Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us

By RNCN

Welcome to 'Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us', hosted by author and national news contributor Valerie Sokolosky.
On the show, you'll hear fascinating stories from successful leaders who hav... more

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January 06, 2025DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE
Dare Rosebery is a leadership performance coach who emphasizes the importance of having a clear purpose. She believes that understanding your purpose helps you envision the future, drive meaningful impact, and make better decisions. With a well-defined purpose, you can create a vision that inspires your team, boosts productivity and morale, and serves as a guiding roadmap, especially during uncertain times.
Tune in to learn how Dare's emphasis on purpose can lead YOU to successful business outcomes.
Top Takeaways:
HOW YOU DO SOMETHING IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN WHAT YOU DO
BETTER PEOPLE PERFORM BETTER
IF YOU WANT TO GO FAST, GO ALONE. IF YOU WANT TO GO FAR, GO WITH OTHERS
OUR LIVES FOLLOW OUR THINKING
THINK IN OUTCOMES. DON’T BE ATTACHED TO HOW YOU GET THERE
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Call Valerie to learn how to level up your professional image – 1- 214-502-3334
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#Leadership Development #PurposeDriven #Empowerment
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37min
December 23, 2024 FELIX ESTRIDGE’S STORIES AS SANTA
#Christmas #SantaClaus #HolidayTraditions
For over a decade, Felix Estridge has donned the iconic red suit at the Neiman Marcus downtown Dallas store. In his role of Santa Claus, he has brought joy and magic to countless children and families. I should know!!!! My grandchildren and I have made wondrous memories over these years with this very man….OUR SANTA.
His most memorable moments AND most challenging moments highlight the Man in the Red Suit!
Top Takeaways:
⦁ EVERY CONTACT IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO SPREAD KINDNESS
⦁ SMILING IS OUR GIFT TO OTHERS
⦁ RIDE THE ESCALATOR AND LOOK AROUND
⦁ CHILDREN COME IN ALL AGES
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
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Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
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33min
December 02, 2024 ESPN SPORTSCASTER KNOWS THE SCORE
Lisa Burkhardt Worley did it long before it was common for women to walk the NFL sidelines! She shares her phenomenal experiences as one of the first women sportscasters for ESPN and a Madison Square Garden Network anchor.
Our conversation was shaped by Lisa’s passion and divine guidance with a career that has broken barriers in sports broadcasting. Join us as we explore the challenges she’s overcome that led her to founding Pearls of Promise ministries. Get ready to be inspired!
Top Takeaways:
⦁ Embrace risks when you feel inspired
⦁ Just because it hasn’t been done doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it
⦁ Your experiences contribute to your life’s true calling
⦁ Working for God instead of man makes work more enjoyable
⦁ Age doesn’t matter. God will use you if you’re willing
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
#PearlsOfPromiseMinistries, #LisaBurkhardtWorley, #ValerieSokoloskyPodcast
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37min
November 18, 2024 DO YOU HAVE AN APTITUDE FOR LEADERSHIP? SIMON LAWRIE DOES!
#SimonLawrie-VulcanIndustries #SimonLawrie-President #ValerieSokoloskyPodcast #DoingItRightValerieSokolosky #ValerieSokolosky

“I’ve always had an aptitude for leading,” says Simon Lawrie, President of Vulcan Industries – a manufacturer of oil and gas products for the oil field market. We talked about what sales skills have to do with leadership, how and when to leave a toxic environment, and the impact of hiring the right people.
Take notes – don’t miss his thoughts on the power of having an “executive presence.”
Top Takeaways:
⦁ HIRE RIGHT ------PATIENCE
⦁ BE A COACH
⦁ HAVE A CAREER STRATEGY
⦁ FAIL FORWARD
⦁ LEAVE TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS & COMPANIES BEHIND

To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
...more
38min
November 04, 2024 SPICING UP THE SOUTH: A Journey through Hattie B’s Southern Flavors | Ep.188 - Doing it Right!
Executive Chef Brian Morris lives the brand at Hattie B’s!
"Southern Cooking with Love" is the heart and soul of Hattie B's Hot Chicken restaurants. Brian and I had a laughing fun time on this show as he talked about their comfort food served in a vibrant atmosphere, complete with a dedicated wait staff that ensures you have an unforgettable dining experience from the moment you arrive until your last delicious bite.
Join us as we celebrate Southern flavors and the joy of great food!
Top Takeaways:
⦁ Hugs & High 5’s
⦁ Simple is Sticky
⦁ Exist to Give
⦁ Ask Yourself – is it Loving
⦁ Get Under Their Feet
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
#DoingItRightPodcast, #YouTube #DIROnAir, #SuccessStoriesPod, #valerieandcompany, #doingitrightpodcast, #authenticleadership, #leadershipdevelopment, #valeriesokolosky, #dallastx, #hotchicken #nashvillefood #hattiebs #foodie #southernrecipes #southerncooking
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37min
October 14, 2024 RELATIONSHIP BANKING AT BANK OF AMERICA | Ep.187 - Doing it Right!
“The brand that changes lives” is Jennifer Chandler’s vision and day-to-day mission as Managing Director, Bank of America President, and Head of Philanthropic Solutions.
Beyond her impressive career, Jennifer is also a dedicated mother of four and a devoted wife to an executive. She has navigated the challenges of balancing family and career while serving as a passionate advocate for community non-profits, significantly impacting the lives of those around her.
Join us as we explore her journey, discussing the lessons she’s learned along the way, her insights on leadership, and how she manages to juggle her many roles with such poise. Whether you’re a fellow executive, a busy parent, or someone navigating your own path in the professional world, our conversation will inspire and empower you.
Top Takeaways:
 COLLABORATION CREATES INNOVATION
 DON’T GO IT ALONE
 TAKE TIME TO MAKE DECISIONS
 YOUR CLOTHING SHOULD BE APPROPRIATE TO THE SITUATION
 MAKING TIME FOR WHAT’S IMPORTANT BRINGS ENERGY
www.valerieandcompany.com – FREE “VALERIE’S VOICE” MONTHLY TIPS
Call Valerie to learn how to level up your professional image – 1- 214-502-3334
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
#WomenInLeadership #BankingInnovation #Philanthropy #FinancialEmpowerment #JenniferChandlerDallas #DoingItRightPodcast, #DIROnAir, #SuccessStoriesPod, #valerieandcompany, #doingitrightpodcast, #authenticleadership, #leadershipdevelopment, #valeriesokolosky, #dallastx
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37min
October 14, 2024 RELATIONSHIP BANKING AT BANK OF AMERICA | Ep.187 - Doing it Right!
“The brand that changes lives” is Jennifer Chandler’s vision and day-to-day mission as Managing Director, Bank of America President, and Head of Philanthropic Solutions.
Beyond her impressive career, Jennifer is also a dedicated mother of four and a devoted wife to an executive. She has navigated the challenges of balancing family and career while serving as a passionate advocate for community non-profits, significantly impacting the lives of those around her.
Join us as we explore her journey, discussing the lessons she’s learned along the way, her insights on leadership, and how she manages to juggle her many roles with such poise. Whether you’re a fellow executive, a busy parent, or someone navigating your own path in the professional world, our conversation will inspire and empower you.
Top Takeaways:
 COLLABORATION CREATES INNOVATION
 DON’T GO IT ALONE
 TAKE TIME TO MAKE DECISIONS
 YOUR CLOTHING SHOULD BE APPROPRIATE TO THE SITUATION
 MAKING TIME FOR WHAT’S IMPORTANT BRINGS ENERGY
www.valerieandcompany.com – FREE “VALERIE’S VOICE” MONTHLY TIPS
Call Valerie to learn how to level up your professional image – 1- 214-502-3334
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
#WomenInLeadership #BankingInnovation #Philanthropy #FinancialEmpowerment #JenniferChandlerDallas #DoingItRightPodcast, #DIROnAir, #SuccessStoriesPod, #valerieandcompany, #doingitrightpodcast, #authenticleadership, #leadershipdevelopment, #valeriesokolosky, #dallastx
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37min
September 30, 2024 Focus on what you do best. They’ll handle the rest!| Ep.186 - Doing it Right!
“Do what you do best…and we’ll do the rest”
Susan Schoning is CEO of Coach Automator – a digital marketing platform & marketing training company that offers a full creative support service to their clients.
They teach their clients how to promote their business in a chaotic, constantly changing virtual world giving them the automation platform to do exactly that…and support them every step of the way.
Top Takeaways:
⦁ VERSION ONE IS BETTER THAN VERSION NONE
⦁ EXPLORE DOORS THAT ARE OPENING FOR YOU
⦁ WHEN LIFE OFFERS AN OPPORTUNITY – SAY YES
⦁ AS OBSTACLES ARISE, GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION TO THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX
⦁ NOTHING IS EVER WASTED

To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
#DoingItRightPodcast, #DIROnAir, #SuccessStoriesPod, #valerieandcompany, #doingitrightpodcast, #authenticleadership, #leadershipdevelopment, #valeriesokolosky, #dallastx, #coachautomator, #susanschoning, #franzschoning
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40min
September 16, 2024 PUTTING YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD | Ep.185 - Doing it Right!
Having bunions is like having a tiny, unwelcome guest on your foot. Research shows that up to 60% of women may develop bunions at some point in their lives compared to 15% of men.
But there’s good news! Dr. Paul Steinke has achieved ‘elite status’ in bunion correction utilizing the advanced technique known as Lapiplasty. You can be walking in regular shoes just six weeks post-surgery.
Launch date is Monday, 12:30PM Central
Top Takeaways:
⦁ NOT EVERYONE IS GOING TO LIKE YOU
⦁ DO IT - DO IT NOW!
⦁ USE YOUR GOD GIVEN GIFTS, KEEPING FAMILY FIRST
⦁ PICK YOUR PASSION AND STRIVE TOWARD IT
⦁ YOU ARE BLESSED
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
#DoingItRightPodcast, #DIROnAir, #SuccessStoriesPod, #valerieandcompany, #doingitrightpodcast, #authenticleadership, #leadershipdevelopment, #valeriesokolosky, #dallastx, #paulsteinke, #paulsteinke, #lapiplasty, #bunions, #painfulbunion
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36min
September 04, 2024 RICK SALEWSKE, HALF THE MAN, TWICE THE FAITH | Ep.184 - Doing it Right!
At 38 years old, Rick Salewske could barely find a scale to record his 538 pounds. Without drugs, he conquered his weight, fell in love and appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show twice.

A story of faith, family and fortitude – don’t miss and do share his story overcoming obesity.
To watch a full clip of Rick Salewske on Oprah, click this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdNZ8kv0Dpw
Top Takeaways:
Partner with God to solve your problems
Live a healthy lifestyle
Use exercise to handle your stress
Strive to be a better husband, father, brother
Never give up
To receive Valerie's Voice free monthly Leadership Tips and to learn more about her leadership programs and coaching, visit her website: https://valerieandcompany.com/
Listen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us- https://bit.ly/2E483Hx
Subscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmo
Subscribe on Google Podcast- https://bit.ly/2I8i6zn
Follow Valerie Sokolosky Online:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompany
...more
35min

FAQs about Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us:

How many episodes does Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us have?

The podcast currently has 197 episodes available.