Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins is the Co-Founder & CEO of Promise, a company that offers non-punitive payment plans for customers making payments to governments and utilities. She has been acknowledged for her exceptional leadership skills and innovative approach to business by Ebony, The Grio, and Black Enterprise.
In this episode, Phaedra discusses her time working with Jay Z and Prince. A defining moment in her childhood that shaped her future. Gives insight into building authentic relationships for long term success and the secret behind her business success
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:02 - Learning from Jay-Z's Business Model
00:06:07 - Embracing Femininity and Creating a Magical Workplace
00:09:13 - Defining moments and finding one's greatest purpose
00:12:16 - The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Motivation and Resonating with Disdain
00:15:31 - My People: The Working Class and Immigrants
00:18:33 - Remembering Where You Came From
00:22:00 - The Dignity of Work and Comfort in Life; 00:24:55 - Helping Government Move Money to the People That Need it Most
00:25:18 - Making it Easier for Those Struggling and Aiding Progress with Integrity
00:28:21 - Incentives and Alignment in the Workplace
00:31:38 - Building Long-Term Authentic Relationships
00:34:57 - The Importance of Deep Friendships and Collective Support for Success and Risk-Taking
00:38:32 - Building a Foundation for Your Kids
00:41:45 - The Importance of a Father Figure in Childhood Development
00:44:50 - The Impact of Privilege and Shifting Priorities Over Time.
00:48:07 - The Evolution of Parenting Goals and the Hero's Journey
00:51:26 - Finding Satisfaction in Success, Advice for Building a Successful Career
00:54:41 - Finding Joy in the Journey
00:57:58 - The Pleasure of Taking a Leap of Faith and Growing Older
01:01:03 - Looking Ahead to the Future
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Host: https://twitter.com/calum_johnson9
Guest: https://twitter.com/phaedrael