Growth & Grace

Leaha Crawford and Julian Rosado discuss the Knicks' recent victory over the Sixers and their potential to win the championship, citing the team's synergy and the players' NCAA championship experience. Leaha shares her personal experience of transitioning her business from a physical office to a virtual setup after a fire, highlighting the challenges and benefits of working from home, such as flexibility and cost savings. She emphasizes the importance of adapting to change, organizing electronic files, and using technology to streamline operations. Despite the fire, Leaha has gained new clients and plans to continue growing her business virtually.

Leaha Crawford discusses her personal and professional journey following a fire in her office, which led to a six-week power outage. She reflects on the importance of resilience, self-discovery, and adapting to change. Crawford transitioned her business, Crawford Management Group, to a virtual model, leveraging online tools for tax, accounting, and client management. She emphasizes the value of rest, positive self-talk, and healthy boundaries. Crawford also highlights the significance of voting, encouraging listeners to participate in elections. She concludes by inviting listeners to engage with her on social media and promising monthly updates on her virtual firm's progress.

The program, hosted by Leaha Crawford and Julian Rosado, features Major Boyd discussing the Salvation Army's 80-year presence in Las Vegas, highlighting their work during National Salvation Army Week. Major Boyd mentions proclamations from local mayors. The show also features Greg, a former participant now managing the ARC program, who shares his journey from addiction to sobriety and his role at the ARC. Brad, currently in the ARC program, recounts his experiences, including living in the forest and his struggles with addiction. The Salvation Army's free rehabilitation services and the importance of donations to support their work are emphasized.

Leaha Crawford and Julian Rosado discuss the concept of pivoting and reinventing oneself without starting over. They emphasize the importance of adapting to changes while honoring one's journey. Julian shares his experience of increasing his cold calling efficiency by hiring others to split commissions. Leaha highlights the value of systems and mentorship, citing a lesson from Miss Hannah Brown about learning from diverse perspectives. They also touch on the challenges of starting a business, the importance of positive influences, and the need for discipline and continuous education to maintain professional licenses. Leaha reflects on the impact of a fire on her office, noting the shift to virtual meetings and potential gains in client flexibility.

Leaha Crawford, CPA and owner of Crawford Management Group, shared her experience of a fire at her office on April 7, a critical time for tax preparation. Despite the setback, her business resumed operations within 48 hours, going virtual. Crawford emphasized the importance of reviewing insurance policies annually, crediting her landlord for requiring renter's insurance. She highlighted the necessity of business interruption insurance and insurance on office equipment. Crawford also discussed the personal growth and resilience gained from the incident, stressing the importance of having proper insurance and planning for business continuity.

Leaha Crawford hosts a discussion with Notaboi DJ and MC Angie T about their experiences in the entertainment industry. They explain the differences between DJs and MCs, emphasizing DJs control the music and MCs engage the audience. The conversation shifts to their book "Bars and Beats," which covers negotiating contracts, dating in the industry, and community involvement. They discuss the importance of discipline, strategic planning, and balancing work with personal life. The book aims to provide insights and lessons learned from their careers. The hosts also touch on their backgrounds, personal goals, and the challenges of working in the entertainment industry.

The discussion on "Growth and Grace" focused on travel experiences and cruise ship amenities. Leaha Crawford and Julian Rosado shared their preferences for dining and activities, such as spa visits and dark dining. Christy Cason, a travel professional, detailed cruise ship cabins, including balcony and suite options, and highlighted the various neighborhoods on the "Icon of the Seas" ship, like Central Park and the Boardwalk. She emphasized the importance of booking early, the need for proper identification, and tips for combating seasickness. The cruise includes four ports of call: CocoCay, Cozumel, Roatan, and Costa Maya, with a seven-night itinerary starting January 9, 2027. Contact information for Case on Travel and Tours was provided.

Leaha Crawford and Julian Rosado discuss the excitement of women's sports, particularly the recent UCLA victory and the growing interest in women's basketball. They also touch on the potential expansion of the NBA to Las Vegas. Christy Cason from Case on Travel and Tours joins to talk about travel tips, emphasizing the importance of planning and packing light. She shares her favorite destination, South Africa, and details an upcoming wine tasting tour in Sedona. Christy also highlights the benefits of travel insurance and the importance of being prepared for potential hiccups like flight delays and lost luggage. The conversation will continue next week with more travel advice.

The discussion on "Growth and Grace" covered the importance of estate planning, including wills and trusts. Pamela Jones, an attorney with 20 years of experience, emphasized the emotional challenges of discussing end-of-life matters and the necessity of planning for one's legacy. She explained the differences between wills and trusts, highlighting that wills require probate, while trusts avoid this by transferring assets to a trustee. Jones also detailed the process of funding a trust, including changing titles and transferring assets. She mentioned upcoming free estate planning classes at the Summerlin Library on May 3 and 5. The conversation also touched on the importance of planning for minor children and the benefits of skip-generation trusts.

Tracy Duran, an organizational development consultant and owner of a construction company, discussed her approach to building dynamic teams through conflict management and human capital assessment. She emphasized the importance of addressing conflict avoidance and fostering healthy work environments. Tracy shared a case study of a healing journey organization facing burnout due to mission passion and conflict avoidance. She highlighted the benefits of the Everything DiSC productive conflict assessment, which will be covered in her upcoming workshop on May 16. The workshop will include breakfast, lunch, and snacks, and aims to help teams transform conflict into clarity.