This week, I’m joined by psychotherapeutic counselor, Grace Quantock. Grace is an amazing coach and writer who specializes in helping people live well in tough times, and manage complex trauma and chronic illness without burnout or blame.  

In this episode, Grace joins me for an insightful conversation about what it means to live well in trying times, the importance of reclaiming your self-agency, and how to navigate burnout while you fight for social change.

My guest today, Dr. Nika White, says, “Diversity, equity, and inclusion is not just a checkmark for good business; it’s a way to transform the world.” As an award-winning management and leadership consultant, keynote speaker, published author, and executive practitioner for DEI efforts across the business, government, nonprofit, and education, Nika helps organizations break barriers and integrate diversity into their businesses.  

The heart of Nika’s work, which you’ll hear all about in this episode, addresses the ability to create transformative environments with intentionality around inclusion. During our conversation, Nika breaks down what it means to be an inclusionist and shares how you can become a true ally, no matter where you are on your DEI journey.

If you’ve been running a business in the online space for any length of time, you’ll know that a lot of people use outdated marketing methods when promoting things like summits—methods that, quite frankly, feel manipulative rather than relational. In today’s episode of the Movement Makers podcast, I invite Dawn Serra, CEO of Radical Summits, onto the show to talk about how entrepreneurs can create successful, ethical, and inclusive online events and summits that prioritize relationship-building over getting butts in seats. 

When Dawn speaks, everything she says is gold. We also talk about manipulative marketing practices, anti-capitalist pricing, accessibility, and why list building shouldn’t be our only focus.

What happens when your career, or your business, becomes your entire identity? Boundaries get blurred, you feel guilty saying no, you avoid conflict, and your happiness becomes defined BY your work, and how successful you are—or are not. Joining me for a conversation about how to uphold your boundaries and level up your influence, is executive presence coach and founder of Copper + Rise, Joanna Lovering. 

In this episode, Joanna opens up about her childhood and her relationship with her mother, her relationships at work, in her career, and as a business owner, and dissects the enmeshment that connects them all. We also talk about how we can choose to show up differently, develop a sense of agency, and determine our true priorities. 

Brand Scientist and digital diplomacy advisor N. Chloé Nwangwu joins me on the podcast this week. Chloé is the founder of NobiWorks, a brand awareness consultancy, and a writer and researcher who has advised everyone from small island nations and the first refugee delegation to the UN to small, black-owned mom-and-pop shops. She’s passionate about helping people overcome systemic barriers to visibility, influence, and success and bridge the gap to where they’re meant to be. In this conversation, we talk about Chloé’s experience as a mediator during the Yemen Civil War, the reality of invisibility taxes for underrepresented BIPOC and women-led businesses, her issues with “niching”, and a different way to think about generating influence.

I have a special episode for you this week! Brooke Monaghan is the host of the podcast Transcend Your Dichotomy. She recently invited me to be a guest on her show to talk about owning your message and making a bigger impact in your work and in the world. Brooke was gracious enough to allow me to share our conversation on this week’s episode of the Movement Makers podcast. During our conversation, you’ll hear us discuss some of the challenges folks experience around visibility and how it’s important that we encourage them to step into their full potential without the fear of making mistakes.

Tune into this episode to discover how neuroscience helps us better understand why people behave the way they do - especially when it comes to motivation and reward - and how we can use those insights to engage audiences. Kendall earned her Ph.D. from Columbia University, where she researched the cognitive neuroscience of learning, memory, and decision-making. She went on to launch FathomCo to support companies that are working to make meaningful progress on the world’s biggest issues—including education, health care, climate change, and DEI. Listen in to learn more about how you can make a bigger impact by using human behavior, science, and creativity to inform your next steps as a business leader.

Have you ever wanted to write a book? In this episode, Bryna Haynes joins me to talk about book publishing for world changers like you. Bryna is the Founder and CEO of WorldChangers Media. As a nationally known book strategist, speaker, ghostwriter, and editor with over 15 years of experience in the field of transformational nonfiction, Bryna has helped hundreds of thought leaders, teachers, and enlightened entrepreneurs to deliver their messages through bestselling, impact-driven books. Tune in to hear how great books can not only change lives, but also topple outdated paradigms and build movements—and why you shouldn’t wait for the perfect time to start writing. 

Heather R Younger is the Founder and CEO of Employee Fanatix, a leading employee engagement and consulting firm. She is also a highly sought-after keynote speaker, a diversity, equity, and inclusion strategist, and one of the world's leading experts on listening at work. 

In this episode, Heather joins me for a conversation about mastering the art of active listening to ensure the people we interact with feel heard and valued. And we discuss why it’s the choices we make that help us develop the fortitude we need to persevere—even in uncertain times. Plus, Heather offers advice for listeners who want to get their foot in the door as successful speakers and consultants. Do not miss this episode!

Brooke Monaghan is a business coach, consultant, and podcaster who helps entrepreneurs and leaders bring their greatest gifts to the world, align with their values, and honor the lifestyle they want. She loves working with business owners who see and do things differently, because she believes that quality alone makes folks uniquely equipped to challenge the status quo and add incredible value.

In this episode, Brooke joins me to talk about what it means to unlearn the conditioning that encourages entrepreneurs to ditch their instincts, intuition, and integrity in favor of seeking a “savior” who will teach them how to do business the “right way”. And she shares the importance of trusting in yourself, so you can take strategic action toward your larger vision.