Leadership Requested

I was honored to have the opportunity to have Lori Bush as a guest this week. I made an intentional goal for myself in 2020 to connect with as many inspiring and passionate leaders out there and Lori fits that bill perfectly! She is a long time veteran of the beauty and wellness industry. Lori has been an innovator with brands like Johnson & Johnson, Nu Skin, Rodan & Field, and now Solvasa. Listen in this week as she talks about her breast cancer diagnosis leading her to the doctor that changed her life and career plans. Lori has spent her career finding ways to get products in the hands of consumers and help entrepreneurs build the lives they desire. Her passion for her business is more than just moving up a corporate ladder. Her passion comes from newfound mindfulness of the importance of both wellness and beauty in your life. 

This episode was extremely personal to me. Dr. Asha bonded over so many things, the biggest one being the struggles we've experienced with our health. From the first moment we spoke I was touched by Asha's empathy and impressed by her knowledge. Her extensive education and life experiences have only made her more curious for answers and eager to help others which have improved her leadership skills and inspired her to do more. That inspiration led her away from big pharma and into the business of wellness. Join us as she tells her story and shares the steps it takes to bring H.A.R.M.O.N.Y into your life. If you would like to know more about Dr. Asha or are interested in her book you can visit www.ashapaibohannon.com

Once again the power of LinkedIn has allowed me to connect with an incredible leader! Punita and I connected a few months ago online and I have enjoyed seeing how she pours her heart into the content that she creates. You can tell by the way she communicates with each person she interacts with that she is trying to make an impact on the world with the work she does in content marketing. I really enjoyed peppering her with questions about her storytelling approach to branding and her background with CNBC. Enjoy the episode and if you would like to work with her please connect on LinkedIn or send her an email at [email protected]! 

This week's episode is with Marcylle Combs! This amazing mother of 5 is a wonder woman! She keeps reinventing herself and does it with heart, class, and a dash of sass! Our conversation covers her nursing career, buying and selling businesses, being a lifelong learner, and women in leadership. If you are a leader or aspire to be, this is a can't miss conversation! 

This episode hits close to home for me. 1 in 4 women will be assaulted in their lifetime in the US. Our guest, Chris Denton works with NOT ME! this amazing company that is providing assault prevention and safety classes for all ages. Chris shares her story of why this cause resonates with her and why NOT ME! was the company she wanted to work with. She offers amazing insight into finding the right company and culture fit for you! I love having conversations with people who are so excited to be a resource to others! It really makes this fun! 

For more information on NOT ME! you can reach out to Chris directly at [email protected] 

Check out their site: www.notmetraining.com 

I was introduced to Daniela through a mutual friend who was really looking out for us! (Thanks Gary!) We connected at the perfect time. I had just started this podcast and she was launching her company, PodBooking. We connected and instantly began thinking of all the creative ways we would conquer the world. This year Daniela wrote a book, started a company, and you know... that was in her spare time!! You will be blown away at the ambition and drive that Daniela has shown since high school. She has been extremely focused on her goals and this year she is making them come true! After this episode, you will want to buy her book ;) You can find it at https://akindofabigdeal.com 

Founder and Development Director of Smile Project Louisville, Michael Ray has a mission to make people smile. He spreads love and influences attitudes and behaviors thru random acts of kindness and smiles. Smile Project evolved from the relationship he has with his non-verbal daughter Maddie who has Down Syndrome. He has taken hundreds of photos with strangers and delivered countless smiles thru random acts of kindness. He has also been featured in multiple news stories on Louisville news affiliates. His motto is "I smile and bring smiles to others because life can be hard - not easy." Listen to this episode for some major inspiration and a smile or two. 

Everyone wants to connect and build relationships in their lives. Dusty DeGroff is out there doing it! As a father, husband, friend, and professional Dusty walks the talk. Our conversation ranges from LinkedIn networking, content creation, and financial planning to mental health and PTSD. Dusty speaks from the heart, and his passion for his career, volunteer work, and family shines through! 

Kevin Patterson is an incredible and courageous HR professional that builds positive culture throughout organizations with his thoughtful leadership style. He is an intuitive and strategic thinker he is known for overcoming his own personal hardships while still being a positive influence on those around him.  This episode is full of heartfelt advice to anyone looking to include empathy and compassion in their leadership journey. 

Stephen Kohler has a passion for people and a passion for music. This episode is about how he has built his business, helping teams collaborate and communicate by integrating the two. Get inspired to find your mission in life and what kind of impact you want to make personally and professionally by listening to his story.