Episode 313: Building Trust with Minda Harts
Jun 19, 2025
In this powerful episode of Beyond the Business Suit, host Kailei Carr is joined by workplace equity consultant and bestselling author, Minda Harts, to explore the critical role of trust in the workplace. As a preview of her forthcoming book, Talk to Me Nice: Seven Trust Languages for a Better Workplace (coming July 2025), Minda introduces a transformative framework designed to help leaders and teams view trust not just as a value, but as a strategic asset.
During the conversation, Minda breaks down the seven trust languages and shares how each can be used to foster healthier, more productive work environments. Together, Kailei and Minda also discuss why trust is essential to combating burnout, improving retention, and enhancing team culture, especially when we spend over 90,000 hours of our lives at work.
Whether you’re a leader, team member, or change agent, this episode will leave you reflecting on how to build (and rebuild) trust with intention and impact.
ABOUT MINDA HARTS:
Minda Harts is a bestselling author, workplace consultant, and sought-after keynote speaker, helping organizations turn trust into their most significant competitive advantage. Through her groundbreaking Seven Trust Languages® framework, she equips leaders, teams, and professionals with actionable strategies to build high-trust, high-impact workplaces.
Minda has shaped conversations on workplace equity, self-advocacy, and leadership as the author of The Memo, Right Within, and You Are More Than Magic. Her impact spans boardrooms and conference stages worldwide, with companies like Nike, Google, Best Buy, and JPMorgan Chase calling on her to redefine leadership and workplace culture. LinkedIn has recognized her as the #1 Top Voice in the Workplace and by Business Insider as one of the top 100 People Transforming Business.
Minda’s next book, Talk to Me Nice: The Seven Trust Languages for a Better Workplace (July 22, 2025), is set to revolutionize how leaders and teams harness trust as their most valuable asset.
In addition to her work as a speaker and consultant, Minda is an assistant professor at NYU and the founder of The Memo LLC, where she is shaping the next generation of leaders.
QUOTABLES:
“How are we cultivating trust each and every day?”
“I want us to remember that the human element of the workplace…people are not robots.”
“People forget that trust is earned.”
“Sometimes we need to get under the hood and find out what we need more of in the workplace.”
“What does trust look like for you in the workplace?”
THE FINAL FIVE
When you were a child what did you want to be when you grew up? As a child, I wanted to work at the airport. I thought, they were around all these planes and they get to travel. At first it was a flight attendant but if you’ve ever met me in person I wasn’t going to be able to put anyone’s bags up top. I didn’t hit the height requirement. I felt it was a stable career at the airport and to have flight privileges.
What are some of the things that you do to keep your skills sharp? I am a been proponent in investing in yourself. I’m always taking courses, writing classes, or going to conferences because I always want to be learning. I feel like we can’t be creative if we’re not putting ourselves in the spaces to create and hear from others as well.
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? The best advice I’ve received is don’t be ambivalent about your career. I think it’s important and it’s always served me well because we’ve worked so hard to get to where we are and we shouldn’t want to lean out.
What is something that you love to do that some people may be surprised by? This is an exclusive that many people do not know at all…when I have the time I like to rent out a studio and I like to go rap. I like to spit bars in the booth. It’s a way for me to be creative again and I love music. I love rap lyrics and grits.
What is one book that has impacted your life? There’s so many. I know it sounds cliche but I would say the Bible. I grew up going to church but I didn’t start to dig in and find out what the truth meant for me until later in life. It really helps me figure out my advocacy. Jesus was an advocate for the folks in the streets and once I figured out my role and my purpose I realized my mission was to use my mouth and microphone as a truth teller for those who may not feel comfortable telling the truth in the workplace. It really helped give me agency in a way that I hadn’t looked at it before.
You can watch the full video of this conversation here:
Preorder Talk To Me Nice: The Seven Trust Languages For A Better Workplacehere.
Episode 312: The Power of Leading with Love with Nicki Anderson
Jun 06, 2025
Does leadership that is love-led have a place in the workplace?
On the next episode of Beyond The Business Suit podcast, Founder and CEO of The Asbury Group, Kailei Carr, is joined by Nicki Anderson, a visionary leader and founder of L3 Consulting. Nicki, with 30 years of leadership experience, emphasizes the importance of leading with heart and compassion. She shares her personal journey, inspired by a meditation session, and highlights the need for self-care and self-acceptance. Nicki stresses the significance of listening, staying curious, and having difficult conversations with kindness as a leader which create ripple effects of positive actions, both in personal and professional settings. Nicki also shares a few practical tips including starting the day with intention and taking midday pauses for self-assessment. This is your guide to start laying the foundation for leadership that is love-led!
ABOUT NICKI ANDERSON:
With over three decades of distinguished leadership, strategic growth, and team management experience, Nicki Anderson is a visionary leader known for consistently driving exceptional outcomes and surpassing organizational goals. Notable achievements include creating and spearheading a groundbreaking leadership program at Benedictine University and serving as the first female CEO of the Naperville Chamber of Commerce in its 112-year history. Nicki also owned and operated her own wellness company from 1993 to 2013 when it was sold. Most recently, Nicki launched her passion project, L3 Consulting. L3 = Love-led Leadership, and focuses on helping individuals develop a more compassionate, heart-centered relational approach to leadership professionally and personally.
When Nicki isn’t writing or speaking about Love-led Leadership, she is the Director of Strategic Partnerships for DuPage Foundation. Nicki is also committed to community service, serving on the Board of Directors for Loaves and Fishes and the Advisory Board for The Alive Center and volunteering for other community events. If you want anything personal, Nicki and her husband Bill live in Naperville, IL. They have four grown children and two grandchildren.
QUOTABLES:
“I believe we are all born to love and to be loved.”
“Showing up every day with love is not only extremely courageous, but vital for a business of collaboration, of trust, of connection and all the things that are lacking because we don’t bring that love.”
“Don’t confuse grace with boundaries.”
“Love isn’t a soft skill, it’s a life skill.”
“It’s amazing what happens when you come out on the other side of discomfort.”
Episode 311: The States of Consciousness
May 08, 2025
The Beyond the Business Suit podcast is back with another powerful episode led by Kailei Carr who reflects on what it truly means to lead in this new era of change, uncertainty and a collective yearning for something deeper. In this episode, Kailei invites us to explore a more conscious, human-centered approach to leadership that begins not with what we do, but with who we are being.
Kailei introduces the Asbury Group’s four states of consciousness—Existing, Thinking, Knowing, and Being—not as a hierarchy, but as a mirror for self-awareness and a path out of survival mode and into a more trusting flow within your leadership and beyond. Through reflections on her own personal leadership journey, Kailei equips leaders with the essential tools needed to evolve in this new era with presence, intentionality, and curiosity.
QUOTABLES:
“We are in a time where we need to deepen who we need to be and lead from a new place.”
“It’s more than just a framework: it’s a lens, a language and a mirror to help us see not just how we lead but who we are being while we lead.”
“Recognizing where you are can help you relate to yourself and others.”
“The goal is to be aware of where you are.”
“Presence is a key tool that we all have to expand our capacity and shifts us from a thinking state to a knowing or flow state.”
Episode 310: Examining Our Stories with Denitra Letrice
Mar 28, 2025
In this next episode, we’re exploring recovery — not just from addiction, but also from the internalized domestication that keeps us small, disconnected, and playing by someone else’s rules. As a coach, mentor, and disruptor, Denitra Letrice joins host Kailei Carr who invites you to question what truly lights you up and what it takes to get closer to the person and leader you’re meant to be. Together, they’ll dive into the common roadblocks that show up on professional leadership journeys, the challenges of breaking free from where you come from, and the radical investments that create generational impact. Denitra is all about modeling what it means to show up in all spaces as your whole self — not just for you, but for your children and everyone watching — because the legacy we leave starts with the risks we’re willing to take now.
ABOUT DENITRA LETRICE:
Denitra Letrice is an accomplished People Leader, Change Agent, and award-winning coach dedicated to helping individuals and organizations turn their ideal vision into reality. Whether working one-on-one or with groups of professionals, Denitra ensures that building the life or company culture you desire becomes more than just talk — it becomes action. With a proven track record in developing top talent, shaping corporate culture, driving operational excellence, and fostering cross-departmental collaboration, Denitra leads with a results-driven, people-centered approach. Known for her motivating and empowering leadership style, she is passionate about mentoring and coaching others to achieve both individual and organizational success.
QUOTABLES:
“Recovery from addiction doesn’t have to be your rock bottom.”
“So much of what the world needs right now is inside of people who are hiding it.”
“My passion is about helping people see themselves so that they can heal what needs to be healed and thrive to who they are called to be.”
“Give yourself permission to declare what you want your life to look like…full stop.”
“Let’s disrupt the shackles that we’ve put on our own beings.”
Episode 309: Fireside Chat – Transforming Leadership with Intention
Mar 17, 2025
In this episode, Myra Capri leads a conversation with two phenomenal women, Radiah Rhodes, Wellbeing Advisor, and CEO of Evók, and Kailei Carr, CEO of the The Asbury Group. These powerhouse women are transforming leaders globally by elevating consciousness and helping them understand the power of intention.
Together, they’ve developed Conscious Leadership development programs that help leaders show up fully aligned with who they truly are. They not only break down the difference between goals and intentions, vulnerability and intimacy, and being versus doing—but also offer a fresh perspective on leadership, embodiment, and personal evolution.
Be prepared to take a deep dive into transformation as not just a process, but a way of being—and how you can start creating the life and leadership you desire right now.
ABOUT RADIAH RHODES:
Radiah Rhodes is an Author, Operations Leader and a Well-being advisor to global, innovative, and conscious executive leaders. Radiah believes there’s a better way to succeed at higher levels and it’s directly tied to both personal and an organization’s well-being.
For more than 25 years, Radiah trained herself to execute and deliver results in tough environments and at high levels. Graduating in engineering, leading teams and organizations for some of the world’s greatest Fortune 500 corporations and building iconic brands.
As a trained engineer, Radiah resolved to break up that pattern and designed her way out of a cycle of stress and sacrifice where so many ambitious high-achieving professionals spiral. Radiah believes well-being is the source of your productivity, creativity, and power and individuals can’t truly be successful without it. Thriving individuals who draw from their well-being are not only successful themselves, but are the keys to a successful, powerful team as well.
ABOUT KAILEI CARR:
Kailei Carr is an award-winning speaker, executive coach, and the CEO & Founder of The Asbury Group, a global transformational development firm known for its “whole person” approach to leadership. Renowned as a trusted advisor and a “safe space” for global leaders and legacy makers, Kailei’s conscious leadership model—grounded in awareness, purpose, and well-being—has inspired leaders to transform themselves and their organizations from the inside out. Kailei earned her MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and holds a BA from Emory University. Outside of coaching and speaking engagements, she hosts the acclaimed podcast, “Beyond the Business Suit,” which reaches listeners in over 100 countries.
Through her work, Kailei has inspired countless leaders to unlock their personal power and reach their highest potential, all while prioritizing wellbeing. Her insights have been featured in major media outlets including Forbes, Fortune, and The Oprah Winfrey Network.
QUOTABLES:
“Your life is a direct match for who you’re being.” – Radiah Rhodes
“Surrender is not about giving up, it’s about letting go.” – Kailei Carr
“People can everyday access to transformation and to who they’re being.” – Radiah Rhodes
“Being [for me] is really being in full alignment and in conscious awareness of this present moment.” – Kailei Carr
Episode 308: Conscious Leadership Series – Optimize Your Health, Elevate Your Leadership
Feb 20, 2025
As season 9 of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast continues to unfold, we’re diving deep into the relationship that chronic stress has with our leadership success with Dr. Kanika Sims, a board-certified internal medicine physician and esteemed practitioner with The Asbury Group. In this kickoff to our Conscious Leadership Series, Dr. Kanika guides us through how we, as leaders, can optimize our health in order to become the best leaders we can be. Dr. Kanika explains the difference between good stress vs. harmful stress and what the impact of stress can to do to the mind and body. By listening to this episode, we hope leaders can gain a higher consciousness of the tools and practices that can support more effective leadership and lessen chronic stress.
ABOUT DR. KANIKA SIMS
Dr. Kanika Sims, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and leadership coach, brings over 20 years of expertise in women’s health, workplace wellness, and leadership development. As a clinician and coach, Dr. Sims brings a unique perspective to fostering growth, resilience, and transformative change in organizations. She empowers women in leadership with tools and support that align well-being with leadership effectiveness. Dr. Sims has coached leaders across sectors such as healthcare, education, and corporate environments, focusing on optimizing performance health—the alignment of mental clarity, emotional resilience, and physical vitality necessary for peak leadership effectiveness. Her approach combines stress management techniques with leadership development strategies to help clients overcome burnout, enhance emotional agility, optimize cognitive performance and lead with confidence and intentionality. Known for her empathetic coaching style, Dr. Sims creates safe, growth-centered spaces where clients can clearly define their goals, develop purposeful strategies, and achieve meaningful outcomes. Her passion for empowering women in leadership is evident in her work, which emphasizes well-being, reflective practices, and science-based strategies to drive sustainable success.
QUOTABLES:
“Sometimes in the pursuit of success, we forget our health.”
“Your body is also a divine gift.”
“When you see an opportunity, it opens up possibility.”
“Being in the present moment is so powerful.”
“We are able to do the work so much better when our bodies are in balance.”
We’re back! Not only are we celebrating the return of Beyond the Business Suit with season 9, but we’re also celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the podcast. This episode is all about our evolution and highlighting what’s in store for this season and beyond. Join us for this exclusive look at what you have to look forward to in season 9, along with a few other BIG announcements as we expand and grow in new directions.
QUOTABLES:
“We’re committed to having you BE well so you can LEAD well.”
“Your growth, development and wellbeing is at the center of it all [for Beyond the Business Suit].”
Stay connected to our social channels for more updates on the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, the Beyonding Retreat and all things Asbury Group:
Register for “Mastering Stress For Leadership Success”, led by Dr. Kanika Sims, here.
Episode 306: BONUS – How to Manage Deep Disappointment with Kailei Carr
Nov 08, 2024
The days after a historic presidential election can leave us all feeling a range of different emotions. In this bonus episode of Beyond the Business Suit, co-host Kailei Carr, felt is necessary to dive into these complex emotions and arise from them—whether personal, professional, or even on a broader scale. In this episode, Kailei shares essential tools for self-awareness and healthy emotional processing, including self-listening practices and ways for us to move past the fear responses we may be experiencing. Not only does Kailei explore the power of reconnection, but how to also learn how to lean on supportive communities to stay grounded. This episode leaves us all with helpful resources to support us all through the journey of these challenging emotions.
QUOTABLES:
“No political candidate determines my destiny.”
“Isolation is trauma response.”
“It’s evident why we need to be together in community.”
Episode 305: BONUS – All About The 2024 Beyonding Retreat
Oct 25, 2024
With the 2024 Beyonding Retreat less than two months away, we are officially in countdown mode! In this BONUS episode of Beyond The Business Suit, we’re talking about all things retreat and giving you a preview of our upcoming podcast, Beyonding! In this episode, retreat co-hosts Kailei Carr and Pascale Bourne sit down with their co-facilitators Myra Herring and Dr. Naeema Olatunji to discuss their insights on what attendees can expect from their retreat experience and what it truly means to embody the theme and go “Beyond Limits.” Not only do the group of ladies share their personal stories of impact from being a former attendee, but they reinforce the importance of being fully present and open to the transformation that is sure to take place. They even share the foundation of the retreat and its evolution over time by going DEEP into the “soulular” level. This episode not only will leave you knowing if this experience is right for you, but it will also inspire you to go beyond limits in your own life!
With fewer than 10 spots left, you’ll want to register today at BeyondingRetreat.com. You deserve it!
ABOUT THE RETREAT:
The Beyonding Retreat is an all-inclusive, immersive women’s retreat designed to awaken your inner power and shatter the barriers that hold you back. Nestled amidst the lush Costa Rican jungle at the Imiloa Institute, this transformative journey will guide you to transcend personal limitations, activate your healing and deeply engage with your inner wisdom to take you to your personal next level.
Our 2024 Beyonding Retreat is taking place Saturday, December 7th – Thursday, December 12, 2024 at the Imiloa Institute (where we will have the entire retreat center to ourselves), immersed in the Costa Rican jungle just north of Dominical, deep in the Savegre Mountains and overlooking the Pacific ocean. Explore more at BeyondingRetreat.com.
Episode 304: Closed Mouths Don’t Get Fed with TianEn Stephenson
Aug 23, 2024
When was the last time you asked yourself: How did I get here? Digital Products and Delivery Consulting Executive, TianEn Stephenson, is no stranger to that question as she has used the reflections of her career as the inspiration behind her newly released book, Closed Mouths, Don’t Get Fed: The Recipe of Asking and Getting What You Want in the Workplace. No matter where “here” is, TianEn believes we all have a story to tell of the life experiences that have brought us up to this very moment. In the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, Kailei Carr, unpacks TianEn’s personal journey to success, from her father’s lessons on speaking up for herself to navigating a significant career change that has landed her the opportunity to help others learn how to “win” within their careers. TianEn teaches us how to live in a state of alignment by not letting our insecurities drive our paths and encourages us to build strong professional relationships that keep us on a path of uncovering our true purpose.
ABOUT TIANEN STEPHENSON:
TianEn Stephenson is an author of Closed Mouths, Don’t Get Fed: the recipe of asking and getting what you want in the workplace, which released on June 4, 2024. Through her book, she provides practical knowledge and guidance on how to be successful through speaking up, being curious, and going after the career she wants. She is also a motivational speaker and career curator, where she helps others see their potential and ambitions in their careers.
TianEn is a Digital Products and Delivery Consulting Executive, bringing over 11 years of delivery excellence, product strategy and execution, and quality assurance experience. She is an associate member of Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) and a board member of ScholarShots, a nonprofit organization. She is married to Dionta and has 4 sons (Maximus-11, Titus-7, Caius-3, and Emrys-4 months) and 2 dogs (Chewy and Layla). TianEn and her husband also serves the community with their nonprofit, youth sports organization for football, basketball and track.
QUOTABLES:
“Get people in your boat.”
“I’m in a state of alignment and courage.”
“Assumptions can change or define our reality or our deception.”
“Through my book journey, it’s been very telling but rewarding.”
“This is what God has given me as my gift and I’m happy to be answering that call.”
THE FINAL FIVE:
What are some of the things you do to recharge your energy? Sleep. I have to tell myself to take a nap some times.
What is something that you put on to feel powerful? Right now, it’s been the blazers. The colorful blazers have been my signature thing right now. It speaks columns because I love color, and showing up and feeling good.
What are some of the things you do, that when you do them, you feel the most like yourself? Writing poetry. That was the beginning of my writing journey. I started writing poetry in middle school. My sister and I have always done creative writing. I’ve found that poetry is one of those free-spirit outlets for me.
When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I thought I could be 4-5 different things. In my head, I wanted to be an actress, model and President of the United States. I had this fearlessness that I wanted to do all of those. The fourth thing was an inventor. I was always very crafty and came up with inventions around the house.
What is something that you can love to do that people may be surprised by? One thing I would love to do more of is surfing. I started surfing 2 years ago when I went to Bali for my sister’s wedding. I wanted to do something I had never done before…Once I figured it out and got the quickness of it, I was able to catch some waves.
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Episode 302: Soul to Soul Session with Ria Aiken
Jun 21, 2024
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Episode 301: “Indivisible” Leadership with Denise Hamilton
May 23, 2024
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Episode 300: Previewing the 2024 Beyonding Retreat
May 10, 2024
There’s no better time for an inner transformation than now! In the 300th episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, retreat co-hosts, Kailei Carr and Pascale Bourne share an exclusive sneak peak into what’s to come directly from the 2024 Beyonding Retreat location —...
Episode 299: Soul to Soul Session with Brandee Lake
May 02, 2024
What would your life look like if you dropped everything and cruised around the world for almost a year? World traveler and travel influencer, Brandee Lake, has done just that. After leaving her corporate career behind, Brandee took her biggest leap of faith and joined...
Episode 298: Soul to Soul with Ryane LeCesne
Apr 04, 2024
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Episode 297: Soul to Soul Session with Dana Wright
Mar 22, 2024
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Episode 296: Climate Change, Sustainability, and Communities of Color
Feb 28, 2024
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Episode 295: Soul to Soul Session with Dianna Moore
Feb 08, 2024
It’s time to live your BEST life! On this episode of Beyond The Business Suit podcast, Co-host Myra Herring, is joined by Professional Speaker and Business, Career and life Coach, Dianna Moore. Together, they dive deep into Dianna’s background of growing up in a multicultural...
Episode 294: Advocating for Adventure with Melinda Spooner
Jan 19, 2024
When was your last adventure? The next episode of Beyond The Business Suit has us exploring the endless possibilities of travel and personal adventure with Melinda Spooner, a former C-level leader who left her successful corporate career to follow her passion for travel and adventure....
Episode 293: Morning Motivation Session – Requirements for Going Beyond Limits
Jan 03, 2024
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Episode 292: Going Beyond Limits in 2024
Dec 28, 2023
As we begin to bring the year 2023 to a close, we have to ask ourselves, who are we being called to be? What the past post-pandemic years have taught us is that we need to operate differently than before in years to come. It’s...
Episode 291: Soul to Soul Session with Leilani Mañulu
Dec 22, 2023
What would it look like if we bring our full selves to our workplaces? The next guest on the Beyond The Business Suit Podcast, Leilani Mañulu, has just the answer! As a queer, mixed-race leadership expert and intuitive executive coach, Leilani speaks on how she’s...
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Dec 05, 2023
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Episode 289: “Leap Fearlessly” with Dionne Vernon
Nov 09, 2023
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Episode 288: Soul to Soul Session with Kahlilah Guyah
Oct 27, 2023
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Oct 20, 2023
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Episode 286: What’s Ahead for the Beyond The Business Suit Podcast
Oct 13, 2023
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Episode 284: Finding Your Dharma with Suneel Gupta
Sep 27, 2023
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Episode 283: Soul to Soul Session with Stacie Newton
Aug 02, 2023
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Episode 282: Soul to Soul Session with Mary Grate-Pyos
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Episode 280: Soul to Soul Session with Dr. Amber Wright
Jun 14, 2023
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Episode 279: Taking Control Over Your Health with Dr. Kanika Sims
May 22, 2023
In this special episode of Beyond The Business Suit, we’re experiencing a first…interviewing a medical doctor! Dr. Kanika Sims, a talented physician, author and founder of Invest Inclusion, joins the podcast for an insightful discussion. Not only does she share her helpful tips on how...
Episode 278: Soul to Soul Session with Jonetta Moyo
Apr 21, 2023
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Episode 276: Soul to Soul Session with Monique Shields
Mar 28, 2023
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Episode 275: Introducing our New BTBS Co-Host, Myra Herring
Mar 15, 2023
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Episode 273: Powered Presence with Kailei Carr
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Jan 13, 2023
The year 2023 is coming at us HARD and it begs for us to ask ourselves the question: “who do you want to be in 2023?” This next episode of Beyond the Business Suit is set to explore — and answer — just that! Take...
Episode 270: Soul to Soul Session with Kailei Carr
Jan 04, 2023
As we are kicking off 2023, the Beyond the Business Suit podcast just finished off 2023 on a high note with a previously recorded Soul to Soul Session with Founder and Chief Curator, Kailei Carr. Facilitated by Myra Herring, the ladies discuss what they are...
Episode 269: Soul to Soul Session with Nikki Frechette
Dec 21, 2022
We all could use a little lesson in self-love! On this episode of Beyond The Business Suit podcast, Kailei Carr dives deep into lessons on self-worth and resilience from Boomerang Wellness Director and co-founder of the NamaSlay Network, Nikki Frechette. As a self-proclaimed advocate for...
Episode 268: Soul to Soul Session with Danielle Hawthorne
Dec 07, 2022
Fortunately, the Beyond the Business Suit podcast has the ability to not only pull at your heart strings, but encourage you to light the fire inside of you to push past anything in order to reach the highest version of yourself! Originally recorded as a...
Episode 267: Soul to Soul Session with Dr. Roni Ellington
Nov 03, 2022
Grab a pen and paper, you’ll want to take notes for this one! This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast is full of gems from none other than Dr. Roni Ellington, STEM education scholar, inspirational speaker, mentor and personal development expert. Originally recorded...
Episode 266: The Journey To a Purpose-Driven Career with Adrienne Lofton
Oct 27, 2022
Sometimes being the “only” means that you’re paving the way for the many. The Beyond the Business Suit podcast sits down with Adrienne Lofton, Vice President of Global Brand Marketing at Google, to discuss getting out of your comfort zone in order to move forward...
Back in September, we hosted the 2022 Beyonding Retreat and it was SO POWERFUL! This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast dives deep into the experience, featuring some of the members of the Beyonding Community. In it, they share many of their lessons...
Episode 264: Finding Your Power in Leadership with Carla Harris
Oct 12, 2022
The Beyond The Business Suit podcast is BACK with season 7! After our short hiatus, we are kicking things off with an insightful conversation with the legendary, Carla Harris, a talented singer, mother, author, motivational speaker and powerful board member. This multi hyphenate powerhouse is...
Episode 263: All About the 2022 Beyonding Retreat
Jun 28, 2022
We are finally on our way to the Beyonding Retreat! After a 3-year hiatus, the Beyonding Retreat, formally known as the Beyond the Business Suit Retreat, is back and better than ever. Covid-19 and the global pandemic caused us to put our transformations on hold...
Episode 262: Beyond The Business Suit Live Masterchat with Harvey Coleman
Jun 14, 2022
This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast features a true legend! In this live recording, we had the chance to hear from Founder of Coleman Management Associates, Harvey Coleman, the legendary author of Empowering Yourself and creator of the PIE method. Harvey Coleman’s PIE method...
Episode 261: Soul to Soul Session with Leslie Maxie
May 18, 2022
There is so much power that comes from vulnerability, and this episode demonstrates that so beautifully. In this Beyond the Business Suit, we are joined by Olympian and international speaker, Leslie Maxie, who is sharing her story of resilience, healing, determination and personal progress. Originally...
Episode 260: Rest to Rise Session & Beyonding Community Overview Session
May 09, 2022
This episode of the Beyond The Business Suit, listeners get a two-for-one special! Originally recorded on Easter Sunday as a Beyonding Community preview session, the first portion of the episode explores an in-depth look at our relationship with rest and how we can give ourselves...
Episode 259: Developing Black Leaders in Tech
Apr 25, 2022
Calling all Black leaders in tech! The Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) joins the Beyond The Business Suit podcast in diving deep into the development of Black leaders in technology with a powerful panel that includes Robert D. Scott, Dean of ITSMF’s Global Institute...
Episode 258: Beyond the Business Suit Live with Minda Harts
Apr 15, 2022
We’re going “Right Within” with our next special guest, author and workplace and equity consultant, Minda Harts. On this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, we’re diving deep into how women of color can embrace their healing journeys due to workplace trauma using...
Episode 257: Beyond the Business Suit Conversations – Taking Care of Our Mental Health During This Time with Dr. Reisha Moxley
Mar 30, 2022
For the past few episodes, we’ve jumped back in time to our Beyond the Business Suit Conversations series, previously recorded live on Zoom March 16-20, 2020, a time when the majority of people in the Unites States were working from home due to the COVID-19...
Episode 256: Beyond the Business Suit Conversations – Practices for Staying Well and Building Resiliency with Radiah Rhodes and Marla Teyolia
Mar 25, 2022
As we continue to take a step back to 2020 during our Beyond the Business Suit Conversations series, we’re featuring a powerful discussion with Well Being Activist and Visionary, Radiah Rhodes and Holistic Executive Coach, Marla Teyolia. In this conversation, we dove into how to...
Episode 255: Beyond The Business Suit Conversations – Staying in Alignment with Our Highest Selves with Rod White and Patrice Ford Lyn
Mar 17, 2022
In this episode, we’re continuing to take a step back to March 16-20, 2020 when the pandemic first started and the majority of us were on lockdown at home trying to figure out how to cope. I got inspired to invite a few special guests...
Episode 254: Beyond The Business Suit Conversations – Agatha Achindu and Dr. Naeema Olatunji
Mar 14, 2022
As we continue to take a look back at the Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that took place March of 2020, we dive into a conversation featuring Certified Integrative Nutritionist and Founder of Yummy Spoonfuls, Agatha Achindu and Chiropractor and Owner of Elevate Family Chiropractic, Dr....
Episode 253: International Women’s Day Panel with Leaders in Tech
Mar 10, 2022
How would things be different if Black women were better represented in leadership in technology? For International Women’s Day this year, we collaborated with the Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) and brought together a powerhouse group of women in tech that helped us to...
Episode 251: “Raised As A Lie” – A Soul to Soul Session with Dr. Naeema Olatunji
Feb 21, 2022
Originally recorded as a Soul to Soul session within the Beyonding Community, this episode goes DEEP into the trenches of the childhood and background of Dr. Naeema Olatunji as she discussed her new book, Raised As A Lie. Dr. Naeema tells her harrowing story of...
Episode 250: A Masterchat with Nick F. Nelson
Feb 02, 2022
Make way for the Breandprenuer! The digital and creative strategist, Nick F. Nelson, is taking us through his original tips for creating, maintaining and enhancing your digital presence online. Originally recorded in the summer of 2021, Nick takes us through his methods for authentic storytelling,...
Episode 249: Learn More About the Beyonding Community!
Jan 13, 2022
This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit is a bonus episode featuring an Info Session about the Beyonding Community that was recorded on January 10, 2022. In the episode, we provide an overview of the Beyonding Community, formerly called the Beyond Community, which is...
Episode 248: A Masterchat with Leigh Davenport
Jan 06, 2022
Who runs the world…GIRLS! Writer and Director, Leigh Davenport, takes us through her journey of “beyonding” in creating her scripted series for Starz entitled Run The World in the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast. Recorded in the summer of 2021, not...
Episode 247: Breaking Through Fear – A Fireside Chat with Luvvie Ajayi Jones
Dec 09, 2021
We’re kicking off Season 6 of Beyond the Business Suit podcast with a bang! Host, Kailei Carr is joined by New York Times bestselling Author and Speaker, Luvvie Ajayi Jones for a groundbreaking discussion surrounding breaking through fear upon the release of her new book,...
Episode 246: Going Soul to Soul with Kailei Carr
Oct 12, 2021
In the latest episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, we are featuring another Soul to Soul session from the Beyond Community, but this time the tables are turned! In this episode, Kailei Carr isn’t interviewing a guest but instead is being interviewed by...
Episode 245: Creating a Life You Love with Dr. Krystal Conner
Oct 06, 2021
Did you know that you have the ability to create a life that you love without having to sacrifice? Life Coach, Dr. Krystal Conner, teaches us a few things about how we can live a life that is a 10 out of 10 in all...
Episode 244: Crush Your Career, Find Your Calling & Launch Your Future with Dee Ann Turner
Sep 21, 2021
It’s time for you to crush your career! That’s exactly what we’re discussing in the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast featuring special guest, author, speaker and podcaster, Dee Ann Turner. As a former executive of talent acquisition, Dee Ann Turner enlightens...
In many of the programs. and experiences I lead, especially for women of color, I ask them to do two things: remove your masks and and your capes. For many of the women I work with, they feel obligated to mask who they are (which...
Episode 242: Tools for Women of Color and Active Allies To Break Through Non-Inclusive Spaces with Angel Henry – A LinkedIn Live Session
Aug 14, 2021
In the latest episode of Beyond The Business Suit, we are joined by sought-after speaker, trainer and author, Angel Henry. Together we dive deep into a conversation centered around allyship for people of color — and especially Black women — in the workplace: what we...
Episode 241: Growing On Purpose with Amber Smith
Jul 17, 2021
This episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast is a special replay of a Beyond Community Conversation with one of our Founding Beyond Community Members, Amber Smith. Amber is a STEM teacher turned Project Manager turned Farmer who has had such an amazing path...
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we’re sharing a conversation with Melissa Ingram, Esq., Senior Vice President of Multicultural Networks & Strategy for UP Entertainment. This conversation is an excerpt of a Soul to Soul session that was recorded live with the Beyond...
Episode 239: Find Your Fierce + Bankroll Your Brilliance with Nicole Roberts Jones
Jul 01, 2021
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I’m joined by Nicole Roberts Jones, Bankroll Your Brilliance Expert & CEO of NRJ Enterprises. This is one power-packed episode! We talked about how Beyonce allowed her to find her fierce, the importance of getting the help...
Episode 238 | Living and Leading on Purpose with Jovian Zayne
Jun 19, 2021
In this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, we are joined by my friend, colleague, sister on purpose and soror, Jovian Zayne! Jovian talks about motherhood, her work, upcoming International Day of Purpose which is taking place on Sunday, June 20, what is...
Episode 237: Sujatha Alluri | How the Covid Crisis in India Can Teach Us Our Ability to Impact Others
Jun 06, 2021
Over the past couple of months, India has been one of hardest hit places with COVID-19 and though conditions seem to be improving on the right trend, the country is still experiencing over 100,000 new cases per day, as of this post. I recently had...
Episode 236: Ignite and Accelerate Your Career with Jeannine K. Brown
May 17, 2021
From social justice issues to recognizing your own worth in the workplace, Managing Director of diversity and workplace performance consultancy firm, Everyday Lead, Jeannine K. Brown is giving us all the advice we need to step up our career advancement game. In this episode, Jeannine...
Episode 235: The Wealthy Girl – A Soul to Soul Session with Charisse Conanan Johnson
Apr 28, 2021
Let this be your signal to step your wealth game up to its highest level! Chartered Financial Analyst and Author, Charisse Conanan Johnson, is teaching us all about how to become “A Wealthy Girl,” based on her new book. In this episode, which is an...
Episode 234: Self-Advocacy with Selena Rezvani
Apr 15, 2021
How often can you say you qualify yourself and stand up for what you deserve? Selena Rezvani, Speaker and Leadership Consultant, is helping the Beyond the Business Suit family uncover how life-changing self-advocacy can be in your life. In this episode, Selena takes us through...
Episode 233: The Power of Community
Apr 12, 2021
We as human beings have always thrived when in community with others! In this special episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, I felt compelled to share more about how powerful collective experience communities can be and why they are so necessary within our...
Episode 232: Digging Into Who You Really Are with Trina Washington
Apr 02, 2021
Faith, family and a lot of life experience has taught Director of Security at PSEG Nuclear, Trina Washington, a few things about herself and where she truly wants to be in life. By sharing her personal journey, Trina evokes a passion for understanding what her...
Episode 231: Exponential Living: A Soul to Soul Session with Sheri Riley
Mar 16, 2021
“Stop spending 100% of your time on 10% of who you are!” This is not only a subtitle for Author, Sheri Riley’s book, Exponential Living, but doubles as a key perspective in understanding how to obtain overall peace in life. This episode of Beyond the...
Episode 230: Rediscovery of Self – A Beyond Community Conversation with Anika Apple
Mar 09, 2021
Let’s start rediscovering ourselves! This Beyond the Business Suit episode features a portion of a community session with Divine Channel, “Spokesperson for the Light” and Beyond Community member, Anika Apple, that was previously recorded exclusively for the Beyond Community. During her session, which in the Beyond...
Episode 229: Developing Meaningful Professional Relationships
Feb 23, 2021
Previously recorded on LinkedIn Live on my mother’s birthday, February 18th, this episode is dedicated and inspired by her and one of her favorite subjects: building relationships. She was the best relationship builder I knew. She had a knack for connecting with people and making...
Episode 228: It’s Time to Give Yourself Some Love
Feb 13, 2021
It’s Valentine’s Day weekend and a time when so many people are thinking about love. In today’s episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I want to talk about self-love and giving yourself permission to love on yourself. Think about someone you love dearly. What are...
Episode 227: #FreeTheHair: Discussing The Crown Act with Wendy Greene
Feb 08, 2021
As women of color, we should be proud of our crowns! It’s time for the world to be proud too! This is exactly what Law Professor and Civil Rights Advocate, Wendy Greene, dedicates her life to combatting every day throughout her career. As a way...
Episode 226: Are Your Ready For Your Moment?
Jan 22, 2021
“The new dawn blooms as we free it!” Words spoken by this year’s inaugural poet, 22-year old Amanda Gorman. This seems to be the theme for this year and has me thinking, ‘are we really prepared for our new opportunities? Are we really prepared for...
Episode 225: Soul To Soul Session – Change Your Story, Change Your Life with Denitra Ross
Jan 12, 2021
Take a sneak peak into our soulful sisterhood, the Beyond Community! On January 11, 2021 we launched the BEYOND COMMUNITY, an exclusive membership community designed to be an oasis for purpose-driven, high-achieving women to grow, elevate and expand. Each month we have special programming including...
Episode 224: Creating Cultures and Nurturing Spaces Where Black Talent Can Thrive with Tara Jaye Frank
Jan 07, 2021
As we enter into a new year and begin our journey towards a better tomorrow, it’s important we take notes from individuals who can help guide us through the process such as Equity, Culture and Leadership Expert, Tara Jaye Frank. In this episode, Tara shares...
Episode 223: 2020 Hindsight and Ways for You to Go Beyond with Us in 2021
Dec 31, 2020
Hi there and welcome to the last episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast for the year! In this last episode, I wanted to share with you: how this year has redefined two phrases, my reflections on this year and two exciting announcements. This...
Episode 222: Leading Effectively in 2021 With Uneeka Jay
Dec 23, 2020
Let’s get ready for 2021 leadership with President of Rewrite 365, Uneeka Jay! Not only does she help organizations with Training and Diversity and Inclusion initiatives, but she also is highly skilled in being an integral part of the strategic planning for organizations of any...
Episode 221: Real Talk on Women’s Entrepreneurship Day
Dec 17, 2020
Back in November, The Beyond the Business Suit Podcast celebrated Women’s Entrepreneurship Day with three special female entrepreneurs including, Kahlilah Guyah of EHS Compliance Services, Shila Nieves Burney of Zane Venture Fund and Dr. Naeema Olatunji of Elevate Family Chiropractic. In this episode, we all...
Episode 220: Leaders and Speakers: Are You Taking Care Of Your Voice?
Dec 11, 2020
How do you use your voice? This is what Speech Language Pathologist, and my personal friend and sorority sister, Pascale Bourne, teaches us in this episode originally featured as a LinkedIn Live session. Not only does Pascale share ways we can take care of our...
Episode 219: Decluttering Your Life with Pia Thompson
Dec 03, 2020
Have you ever heard of the Marie Kondo effect? Home Organizing Consultant, Pia Thompson, is bringing it directly to you! Not only is she a professional home organizer who bases are approach on Marie Kondo’s KonMari Method™, but she takes decluttering one step further by...
Episode 218: Soul to Soul Session – The Worthy Wardrobe with Morgan Wider
Nov 25, 2020
One new type of episode that we are bringing to the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast this season is what I’m calling “Soul to Soul” sessions. Initially recorded exclusively for the Beyond Community, a virtual community where you learn to become the best version of...
Episode 217: Feminine Leadership with Ekene Onu
Nov 19, 2020
Season 5 of the Beyond The Business Suit podcast is in full swing! Do you know the difference between masculine and feminine leadership? Feminine Leadership Coach and Speaker, Ekene Onu, who also is a long-time guest of the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast, shares some...
Episode 216: Season 5 Premiere!
Nov 12, 2020
Welcome to a new season of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast! In this season premiere, I’m encouraging you to take a look at the past year and embrace the journey of it all. For some, this year forced us to slow down and take...
Episode 215: We Have Three Big Announcements!
Oct 16, 2020
Today we are beyond thrilled to share some exciting news. Three big announcements in one day! The Beyond Leadership Academy Through our parent company, The Asbury Group, we are excited to extend the Beyond brand by launching the Beyond Leadership Academy. The first cohort of...
Episode 214: How Will You Go Beyond? [Beyond Black Women – Day 30]
Sep 30, 2020
Episode Description: We’ve made it! It is the final day of the Beyond Black Women: 30 days of Inspiration Series. In Day 30 of the series, it’s now time to really go ‘beyond.’ As I reflect on the inspiration that led me to create this series to begin...
Episode 213: Be The Light [Beyond Black Women – Day 29]
Sep 28, 2020
We are almost at the end of our Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! As we enter Day 29 of the series, let’s work on being the light in our own lives. This has been a trying year, and we still have more left to go. In...
Episode 212: Could You Be More Present? [Beyond Black Women – Day 28]
Sep 28, 2020
Welcome back to the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! In Day 28 of the series, I am empowering you to be more present in this moment in order to ignite your inner power! In this episode, we will explore how to be...
Episode 211: Less Hustle, More Flow [Beyond Black Women – Day 27]
Sep 27, 2020
In Day 27 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, I am here to share with you that it’s okay for things to come easily to you. I am giving you the permission you may have never known you needed to reevaluate...
Episode 210: There’s Enough For Everybody [Beyond Black Women – Day 26]
Sep 26, 2020
You’ve likely heard of the “crabs in a barrel” mentality. In Day 26 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, I’m challenging you to reimagine the idea that there is only so much abundance, success and room for advancement in this lifetime....
Episode 209: Who Are You At Your Best? [Beyond Black Women – Day 25]
Sep 24, 2020
Welcome to Day 25 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! In today’s topic, we are embracing our inner power to embody the best versions of ourselves that we want to present to the world. I’m challenging you to ask yourself what...
Episode 208: How To Start Your Day Off Right [Beyond Black Women – Day 24]
Sep 24, 2020
How do you start your day? In Day 24 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, I’m sharing the morning routine formula that helps me get in the right mind space for a positive and productive day. There’s so much power in visualizing your intentions each and...
Episode 207: How Are You Showing Up? [Beyond Black Women – Day 23]
Sep 23, 2020
Did you know that what we wear is a reflection of what we think about ourselves? We are talking all things outer appearance on Day 23 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series. In this episode, I’m encouraging you to show up as your...
Episode 206: Are You Celebrating Yourself? [Beyond Black Women: Day 22]
Sep 22, 2020
We have made it to Day 22 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! It also happens to be the 6-year anniversary of the Beyond The Business Suit Podcast! As I reflect on everything this podcast is and has done for me,...
Episode 205: Are You Giving Yourself Grace? [Beyond Black Women – Day 21]
Sep 21, 2020
Have you experienced feelings of anxiety, worry or loneliness lately with the weight of 2020 or feel like you may be dropping many of the balls in your life? In Day 21 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration series, I am helping...
Episode 204: Things Don’t Happen TO You, They Happen FOR You [Beyond Black Women – Day 20]
Sep 20, 2020
Day 20 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, let’s dive deep into turning our negative experiences into new possibilities. In this episode, I’m helping you to realize that you are not a victim in your negative experiences while we remember our...
Episode 203: What Do You Need To Do That You’re Not Doing? [Beyond Black Women – Day 19]
Sep 19, 2020
Welcome to Day 19 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! Today’s topic is all about evaluating what you can do to make healthy changes to ensure that your mind, body and spirit are fed. Today’s affirmation is: I listen to my...
Episode 202: Are You Playing Too Small? [Beyond Black Women – Day 18]
Sep 18, 2020
In Day 18 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, I want to ask you, “are you playing too small?” Often it is fear of success, not fear of failure, that keeps us playing small. In this episode we explore this and...
Episode 201: What Do You Need To SHED? [Beyond Black Women – Day 17]
Sep 17, 2020
In Day 17 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, it’s time to start SHEDding! In this episode, I reveal the acronym that I use for evaluating what you need to release in your life. I’ll tell you how to analyze what’s...
Episode 200: What Are You Consuming? [Beyond Black Women – Day 16]
Sep 15, 2020
What are you consuming that needs to be reevaluated? In Day 16 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, I am addressing how what you eat, drink, eat and think can affect your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual state. Let’s kick the...
Episode 199: Whose Advice Are You Receiving? [Beyond Black Women – Day 15]
Sep 14, 2020
Our Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series is still heating up with Day 15! Today’s topic is inspired by a quote from Bishop T.D. Jakes, “when you are a giraffe and you receive criticism from turtles, they are only reporting the view from...
Episode 198: Finding Your Mentors [Beyond Black Women – Day 14]
Sep 14, 2020
Welcome to Day 14 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! In today’s topic, I’m challenging you to evaluate your “outer” circle and your opportunities for mentorship. What mentors do you have? What mentees do you have? Let’s analyze that as you...
Episode 197: 2020 Is Not Cancelled: Nothing Can Get In The Way Of What Is Meant For You [Beyond Black Women – Day 13]
Sep 12, 2020
As we enter into Day 13 of our Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, let’s stop the negative talk about 2020 and open up our hearts and minds to the possibilities it can bring us. In this episode, I’m encouraging you to look...
Episode 196: Do You Need To Refresh Your Tribe? [Beyond Black Women – Day 12]
Sep 11, 2020
Welcome to Day 12 in the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! Today’s topic was inspired by the Jim Rohn quote, “you are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.” I challenge you to evaluate the people in...
Episode 195: Are You Recharging Your Energy Enough? [Beyond Black Women – Day 11]
Sep 10, 2020
Today is a new day to recharge your personal power! Day 11 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series captures how to pause and recharge in order to thrive in your life. Our affirmation for today is: My energy stays fully charged so that I...
Episode 194: What Legacy Do You Want To Leave? [Beyond Black Women – Day 10]
Sep 10, 2020
Welcome to Day 10 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! In this episode, I’m tapping into your legacy and sparking you to think about the impact you want to have in your lifetime. I challenge you to live in this moment...
Episode 193: What Are You Here To Learn? [Beyond Black Women – Day 9]
Sep 09, 2020
Welcome back to the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! In Day 9 of our series, I dive into the question “What Are You Here To Learn?” I help you explore how to understand what we learn throughout our lifetime in order to...
Episode 192: Every Experience You’ve Had Is A Gift [Beyond Black Women – Day 8]
Sep 08, 2020
In Day 8 of our Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series, we’re talking all about your life experiences. From the toughest times in our lives to how they shape who we are, our experiences are our own with a purpose to mold us...
Episode 191: How Do People See You? [Beyond Black Women – Day 7]
Sep 07, 2020
We’ve made it through our first full week of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series! In this episode, I share more effective ways to uncover your strengths. Our affirmation for today is: I use my strengths to serve others and I am...
Episode 190: Rediscovering Your Strengths: Gifts & Skills [Beyond Black Women – Day 6]
Sep 06, 2020
Are you embodying your personal power? In Day 6 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series I am telling you everything you need to know about rediscovering your strengths which is the first step in helping you develop. Understand more about your innate...
Episode 189: Stop Shrinking: Unapologetically Shine In ALL Your Brilliance [Beyond Black Women – Day 5]
Sep 05, 2020
Have you ever felt imposter syndrome at work? Day 5 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series is all about silencing our inner critics and recognizing our brilliance. This episode is all about reminding you of the divine purpose over your life and...
Episode 188: What habits, cultural norms and “brules” aren’t serving you? [Beyond Black Women – Day 4]
Sep 04, 2020
Day 4 of the Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspiration Series is here and I’m diving into the concept of the habits and cultural norms we do that may not serve our greater good. Explore this topic with me and remember our affirmation for...
Episode 187: The Power of Gratitude [Beyond Black Women – Day 3]
Sep 02, 2020
In Day 3 of the Beyond Black Women Series: 30 Days of Inspiration, I take a hard look at gratitude and how it can affect us mentally, physically and emotionally while I extend my challenge of how we can keep the gratitude going from person...
Episode 186: Self-Care and Black Joy as an Act of Political Warfare [Beyond Black Women Series – Day 2]
Sep 02, 2020
Episode: 186: Self-Care and Black Joy as an Act of Political Warfare [Beyond Black Women Series – Day 2] In Day 2 of the Beyond Black Women Series: 30 Days of Inspiration, I explore one of my favorite quotes by Audre Lorde: “Caring for myself...
Episode 185: Excellence Is In Your DNA [Beyond Black Women Series – Day 1]
Sep 01, 2020
Welcome to the first episode of the Beyond Black Women Series: 30 Days of Inspiration! In this first episode, I explore who we are as it relates to our ancestry as I encourage our brilliance, tenacity and resilience. QUOTABLES: “How much did your ancestors have...
Episode 184: Announcing Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspo Series
Aug 31, 2020
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, we’re announcing a new series we’re hosting during the month of September called Beyond Black Women: 30 Days of Inspo. Here’s some background: If you remember back to Episode 177: A Call for Black Women in Leadership...
Episode 183: Staying Grounded In Life and Career with Monique Shields
Aug 29, 2020
Episode 183: Staying Grounded In Life and Career with Monique Shields [A LinkedIn Live Event] While the global pandemic has been a challenge to navigate, we have learned to adjust to a new way of life and mindset. This episode features the talented Monique Shields...
Episode 182: Having a Money Mindset with Mary Grate-Pyos
Aug 15, 2020
Finances is one area that I think we can always use some guidance in and I have the perfect person to guide the conversation. In this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, I’m happy to have Author, Financial Advisor and Certified Family Business...
Episode 181: One Pitfall Preventing Many People of Color from Leadership
Jul 24, 2020
Episode 181: One Pitfall Preventing Many People of Color from Leadership [A LinkedIn Live Event] This is a call to all of my people of color in leadership! Earlier this month, I hosted a LinkedIn Live session for all of my people of color in,...
Episode 180: The Reinvention: Job Searching & Interviewing for Marketers During COVID with Lizette Williams
Jul 10, 2020
Episode 180: The Reinvention: Job Searching & Interviewing for Marketers During COVID [A Fireside Chat with Lizette Williams] I’m excited to share this session that was recorded back in May as a live virtual fireside chat featuring award-winning marketer, powerhouse, and my friend and b-school...
Episode 179: Cultivating Passion and Leadership in Our Kids [A Podcast Panel]
Jul 02, 2020
Episode 179: Fueling Your Family For Global Impact with Toria Frederick, Amanda Miller Littlejohn & Nicole Thompson Nurturing your children’s passions and natural gifting may just result in the family business you never knew you’d have. This is the story for Toria Frederick, Amanda Miller...
Episode 178: Leilani Raglin | Standing Up For What You Believe
Jun 18, 2020
Passionate about empowering women of color leaders, Leilani Raglin is a leadership coach, people strategist, and Founder of the EmpowerWOC Project who believes in advocating for positive change in our community. In this episode, Leilani discusses with me her journey from accounting to teaching leaders...
Episode 177: A Call for Black Women in Leadership
Jun 09, 2020
I felt compelled to record this episode of Beyond the Business Suit to discuss where we are in the world, especially in the United States, given what has been going on with not only the pandemic, but also the awful deaths of George Floyd, Breonna...
Episode 176: Kimberly Cummings | Manifesting a Life and Career You Love
May 22, 2020
If you’re looking to shatter glass ceilings in both your life and career, Kimberly Cummings is a powerhouse that can help you do it! As a Career Leadership Speaker and Coach, Kimberly uses her experience as a career development advisor to empower others to take...
Episode 175: Announcing the Beyond Signature Series
May 15, 2020
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we are thrilled to announce the Beyond Signature Series, a soulful leadership experience designed to equip and restore a global community of women during and beyond this moment. While COVID-19 may have impacted our ability to meet together in...
Episode 174: Taking Care Of Our Mental Health During This Moment with Dr. Reisha Moxley
May 06, 2020
For the past few episodes, I have been sharing some Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that were recorded live on Zoom with some of our Beyond the Business Suit audience March 16-20, 2020, which was the first full week that the majority of the people...
Episode 173: Practices for Staying Well and Building Resiliency with Radiah Rhodes and Marla Teyolia [BTBS Conversations]
Apr 29, 2020
Episode 173: Practices For Staying Well and Building Resiliency with Radiah Rhodes and Marla Teyolia For the next few episodes, I am sharing some Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that were recorded live on Zoom with some of our Beyond the Business Suit audience March...
Episode 172: Staying in Alignment with Our Highest Selves with Rod White and Patrice Ford Lyn
Apr 14, 2020
For the next few episodes, I am sharing some Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that were recorded live on Zoom with some of our Beyond the Business Suit audience March 16-20, 2020, which was the first full week that the majority of the people in...
Episode 171: Taking Care of Your Body During the Pandemic with Agatha Achindu and Dr. Naeema Olatunji [BTBS Conversations]
Apr 07, 2020
For the next few episodes, I am sharing some Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that were recorded live on Zoom with some of our Beyond the Business Suit audience March 16-20, 2020, which was the first full week that the majority of the people in...
Episode 170: BTBS Conversations | Léonce Crump, Sr. Pastor of Renovation Church
Apr 03, 2020
For the next five episodes, I am sharing some Beyond the Business Suit Conversations that were recorded live on Zoom with some of our Beyond the Business Suit audience March 16-20, 2020, which was the first full week that the majority of the people in...
Episode 169: Update & What You Can Do to Be Kind to Yourself in this Moment
Mar 28, 2020
It has been a while since I recorded an episode of Beyond the Business Suit because, like so many of you around the world, the rise of this global pandemic we are experiencing with COVID-19 has taken quite a toll on so many of us....
Episode 168: Shellye Archambeau on Being Unapologetically Ambitious
Mar 11, 2020
Measured. Strategic. Bold. Visionary. Trailblazer. Planner. Shellye Archambeau is all of those things and more. In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we are featuring corporate board member, former CEO and author, Shellye Archambeau. This episode is jam-packed with insights, inspiration and practical advice. Get...
Episode 167: Patrice Ford Lyn Helps Us Get Back into Alignment with Ourselves
Feb 25, 2020
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I’m interviewing Patrice Ford Lyn. She is an Executive Life Coach and leads Catapult Life Coaching and Consulting. She is truly one of the best people I know in terms of lovingly helping people get back into...
Episode 166: Dr. Kym Harris-Lee Helps Gives Us a M.O.R.E. Mindset
Feb 14, 2020
Today on the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast I’m excited to have executive coach and author, Dr Kym Harris-Lee. Dr. Kym is an Emotional Intelligence expert and a coach of leaders who I have had the pleasure of working with through the EMERGE Academy program...
Episode 165: Connecting the Dots of Who You Are with Energy Leadership Coach Carla Ogunrinde
Feb 10, 2020
Today I had the chance to have a conversation with one of my favorite coaches and people in the world — Carla Ogunrinde. Carla is a Certified Professional Coach, a Master Practitioner in Energy Leadership, a former IT executive and a beautiful soul. She is...
Episode 164: Michelle Glover Talks about Fulfilling Your Purpose at Work
Jan 18, 2020
In the latest episode of Beyond the Business Suit, we are talking how you can fulfill your purpose at work with coach Michelle Glover. We had such a great conversation and dispelled the myth that you have to live out your purpose by becoming an...
Episode 163: Questions to Ask Yourself to Know if You Should Attend a Conference or Event
Jan 11, 2020
In this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, I am sharing with you details about the Beyond the Business Suit Retreat 2020 as well as sharing with you some of the questions to ask yourself to determine whether you should attend a conference...
Episode 162: How to Start the 2020s with Intention
Dec 31, 2019
Welcome to the last episode of Beyond the Business Suit for 2019! In this episode, we are covering three things you can do to bring in 2020 and the 2020s with intention. This is an episode you will want to take notes with, so get...
Episode 161: The Paradox of Success
Dec 19, 2019
Do you think that the harder you work in your job, the more successful you will be? Then this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast is for you! In this episode, I unpack what I’m calling the “paradox of success” and revealing some...
Episode 160: Welcome to Season 4!
Dec 16, 2019
Welcome back to Season 4 of the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast! After a five month hiatus we are back! And in this episode I am sharing with you five things that I have been up to in the past five months as well as...
Episode 159: Fear, the BTBS Retreat & Introducing the BMA
Jul 16, 2019
This episode of Beyond the Business Suit is the last episode of the season! And during the episode, I am covering three main things: A recap of the Beyond the Business Suit Retreat How I’ve been somewhat paralyzed by the success of the Beyond the...
Episode 158: Ekene Onu | Slay from the Soul
Jun 12, 2019
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I’m delighted to have Ekene Onu back on the show! You may remember Ekene from episodes 22, 91 or 153. If you haven’t heard her backstory, make sure to listen to episode 22 to hear her story...
Episode 157: Venivia Arnold Talks Rebellion, Skincare and Following Her Soul’s Desire
May 31, 2019
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we have Venivia Arnold, the mastermind behind Flawless Skin and Beauty, who was also a presenting sponsor at the Beyond the Business Suit Retreat. In this episode, Venivia shares her path to discovering her passion for skincare...
Episode 156: Agatha Achindu on Paying Attention to What We Feed Our Children and Ourselves
Apr 23, 2019
I’m back! It has been a few weeks since I’ve posted an episode. The past few weeks have been busy and amazing. Between the Beyond the Business Suit Retreat that I’ve been talking about for the whole season (which was absolutely incredible) and other speaking...
Episode 155: Morgan Wider on the Business of Looking Good
Mar 02, 2019
In the latest episode of Beyond the Business Suit, we interviewed Morgan Wider, Personal Style Expert for professional women. We had such a great conversation about why wardrobe and image is more than and has more impact than the clothes you wear. During the interview,...
Episode 154: Marla Teyolia | Mindfulness & Resiliency Practices for Success
Feb 15, 2019
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I am interviewing Marla Teyolia. You heard from Marla in episode 153 on How to Live Your Best Life in 2019. In today’s episode, this coach — who prides herself as being “part woo-woo and part get...
Episode 153: How to Live Your Best Life in 2019 | Beyond the Business Suit Live Atlanta
Feb 01, 2019
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I’m sharing the recording of the Beyond the Business Suit Live event we held in Atlanta at The Gathering Spot on January 10th (and big thanks to The Gathering Spot for hosting us!). The topic of the...
Episode 152: Minda Harts | Unapologetically Helping Us Secure Our Seat
Jan 26, 2019
In this episode Beyond the Business Suit I’m joined by Minda Harts. Minda is an adjunct assistant Professor of Public Service of NYU’s Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and the founder of The Memo LLC, a career development company for women of color. In...
Episode 151: Monica Bey | The Healer in Heels (Part 2)
Jan 17, 2019
This episode of Beyond the Business Suit is part 2 of my conversation with Purpose Alignment Coach & Energy Healer, Monica Bey. If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, be sure to do so. In that episode we had a DEEP energy healing session...
Episode 150: Energy Healing Session with Monica Bey (Part 1)
Jan 10, 2019
This episode of Beyond the Business Suit is like no other I have done before. In this episode, I am sharing an energy healing session with Monica Bey, who is a Purpose Alignment Coach and Energy Healer. When I met Monica, I knew I had...
Episode 149: The 2nd Morning Routine That Changed My Life
Dec 31, 2018
About four years ago I came across the book The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod that really changed my life. At the time, I knew I wanted to accomplish a lot in the upcoming year and I knew I needed some help to get there...
Episode 148: Why It’s Time for You to Pause, Recharge and Level Up
Dec 16, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I am digging in deeper into the theme of this season: Pause, Recharge, Level Up . In case you were wondering, this theme was created before I heard Ciara’s song, “Level Up,” but I am pretty sure...
Episode 147: Beyond the Business Suit Live with Leaders Esi Eggleston Bracey, Michelle Gadsden-Williams and Keisha Smith-Jeremie
Nov 29, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we are celebrating our first episode of season 3 with the Beyond the Business Suit Live podcast that was taped on October 13 in NYC. The event featured Michelle Gadsden- Willliams, Managing Director and head of Inclusion and...
Episode 146: Denise Hamilton on Getting Uncomfortable: “You’re Not Gonna Die”
Nov 21, 2018
For my folks in the US who are reading/listening to this when it goes live, Happy Thanksgiving! before I get into today’s interview I wanted to share something special with you. First of all, this is our season finale! As we are technically in season...
Episode 145: Robin Young on How to Behave Wealthy
Nov 13, 2018
In my latest episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I have a conversation with Robin Young. If you’ve been listening to Beyond the Business Suit at least since the beginning of this year you may have heard my interviews with two women who are focused...
Episode 144: Melodie Nakhle | Taking Risks, Building Your Network and Leading Globally
Oct 08, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I interviewed Melodie Nakhle, global business leader and Chief Sales Officer for Amway Japan. Melodie has such an interesting background both personally and professionally and, as you will hear, has had a truly impressive career. Heard in...
Episode 143: Celebrating 4 Years and Announcing Beyond the Business Suit LIVE!
Oct 01, 2018
Just a few days ago, we hit the four year anniversary of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast and I couldn’t be more excited, proud and thankful for the past four years, as well as what is to come! When I started this podcast four...
Episode 142: Why It’s Time to Show Your LinkedIn Profile Some Love
Sep 03, 2018
This episode of Beyond the Business Suit is going to be a rather short but important one. Lately I have been receiving a lot of questions and requests from clients about their digital presence, which for many of my clients, starts with LinkedIn (since LinkedIn,...
Episode 141: Lara Dalch on Nutrition, Health and Listening to Your Body
Aug 11, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I interviewed Lara Dalch, health and lifestyle coach and host of the popular podcast, Women on the Rise. Lara is a former entertainment marketing executive turned entrepreneur who truly understands the challenges of balancing good health with a busy...
Episode 140: Trudy Bourgeois on Having More Courageous Conversations
Jul 30, 2018
In my latest episode of Beyond the Business Suit I interviewed Trudy Bourgeois. Trudy is one of America’s leading experts on transformational leadership and a highly regarded leader in the field of workforce performance and diversity and inclusion. When I learned about Trudy and her background, I couldn’t wait...
Episode 139: Are You Showing Up as a Leader?
Jul 12, 2018
This episode of Beyond the Business Suit was sparked by a class I am teaching later this month on my signature executive presence program called Power Presence. What I found is that many people do not understand what executive presence is, how to get it,...
Episode 138: Two Things to Help You Overcome Feeling Overwhelmed
Jun 27, 2018
In today’s episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I want to share something with you that has continued to come up over the past several weeks that I felt like I had to share. When I see someone who is frazzled, anxiety-ridden, overwhelmed or in...
Episode 137: Joan Wilmer | Authenticity & Excellence in Leadership
Jun 17, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I’m sharing an interview I did a few months ago with Joan Wilmer. Joan is a seasoned Human Resources Executive with an amazing background and story. This is an episode you will want to have something to...
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