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.
When was the last time you looked yourself in the mirror and got to know yourself, if ever? The next episode of the Beyond The Business Suit podcast offers us all a special treat to do just that. Co-host, Kailei Carr, is joined by Breathwork and Resilience Expert, Zee Clarke, for some deep breathing and soul searching. Not only does Zee share her personal journey to self-liberation through her own “Eat, Pray, Love” experience, but she also teaches a few practical breathing practices that can help us better manage daily life. Kailei and Zee also dive deep into Zee's book, Black People Breathe, as she advocates for meditation while debunking myths concerning meditation for people of color.
ABOUT ZEE CLARKE:
Zee Clarke is a breathwork and resilience expert and the author of the groundbreaking book, Black People Breathe. Trained in India, she is a Harvard MBA that went from leading teams at Fortune 500 companies to teaching powerful tools to improve our mental health and well-being in the workplace.
Her Breathwork@WorkTM program helps companies support their entire workforce in reducing stress, boosting productivity and prioritizing self-care. Her Black@WorkTM program focuses on helping people of color manage the chronic stress and professional development challenges resulting from microaggressions and systemic racism.
Companies like Google, Visa, and AMC Networks are supporting the wellbeing of their teams with these programs.
To purchase the book, Black People Breathe, visit here.
Episode 302: Soul to Soul Session with Ria Aiken
Jun 21, 2024
A trailblazer. A leader. An embodiment of resilience. These are all words used to describe a true change-maker, Ria Aiken, a renown Technology and Security Director and D&I Advocate as she works to drive digital transformation. Together, Ria and co-host, Myra Herring, peel back the layers of Ria's personal journey from her childhood abroad to soaring into an unknown career of technology and security. Ria's story is one of self-discovery, getting comfortable with pivoting and ultimately how to become at peace with ourselves. Driving from the inspiration of her Great Aunt Pauli Murray, a notable Civil Rights activist, Ria forges her own legacy as being many “firsts” within her company while dedicating her life to fight for equity and diversity, specifically with women. Ria's journey ignites hope in all of us who need just a little push to embrace life to the fullest and be okay with stepping into our true selves no matter what.
ABOUT RIA AIKEN
A career shifter, Ria Aiken leverages 20+years of strategic planning, profit and loss (P&L) management, and change management in the global crisis and resilience space to partner with technology, security, and innovation teams in driving digital transformation while mitigating risk. She joined Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (FRBA) in June 2019.
An advocate for diversity and inclusion initiatives, women’s leadership, and passionate about mentoring the next generation of business and technology leaders. She has served as a Mentor for Women-In-Technology (WIT) Single Mother’s Program and Executive Women’s Forum (EWF), and has served on multiple advisory boards, most recently as a member of the Georgia State University Andrew Young School Public Policy, Evidenced-Based Cybersecurity Research Institute and Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice. Ria has also been a Guest Lecturer for Carnegie Mellon – Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy. She is an Executive Member of Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) and was the recipient of the Technology Leader on the Rise Award in 2023.
A wanderlust at heart, Ria is constantly planning her next international trip with her husband, Brian.
QUOTABLES:
“I realized I could fit in anywhere as long as I recognized who I was as an individual.”
Episode 301: “Indivisible” Leadership with Denise Hamilton
May 23, 2024
Are you truly operating at your highest level to make the most significant impact for all? This is what diversity and inclusion leader, author and speaker, Denise Hamilton, is calling us toward in her groundbreaking debut book, Indivisible. In our latest episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, Denise dives deep into her work of building more inclusive communities and workplaces, and offers her insights on how leaders can make significant change and create conditions that allow people to thrive. She even highlights some of the biggest challenges she and other DEI leaders have been facing given the current landscape and how DEI has been perceived. Not only does Denise's fortitude highlight the effort and patience required to see forward momentum, but her infectious optimism serves as a guiding light for us all toward a brighter future.
ABOUT DENISE HAMILTON
Denise Hamilton is a nationally recognized Diversity & Inclusion leader, specializing in Ally training. Denise is Founder and CEO of WatchHerWork, a digital learning platform for professional women. She is a highly requested speaker and trainer as well as media personality whose platform has reached and served people all over the world. Denise leverages her 25 years of executive experience with Fortune 500 organizations like AOL and CBRE to provide solutions that support the employees and the bottom line.
Clients have said Denise’s superpower is the ability to have the most challenging discussions and come out the other side with solutions and a positive direction. She uses this gift to lead workshops, design education programs, and coach senior leaders. The goal is to empower individuals and teams to mine and close the gender gap, understand differences, resolve conflict, and become better allies. Her clients include household names, like Meta, Apple, ExxonMobil, Hines, Amazon, Shell, the United Nations, and the WNBA.
Denise has been featured on NPR, Forbes, FOX, Huffington Post, CBS, NBC and on many other outlets.
She received her Master’s in Communication and her BSW in Social Work from Abilene Christian University. She currently resides in Houston, Texas.
QUOTABLES:
“Do this work from the scar, not from the wound.”
“If we don’t heal, we’re not in the position to help other people heal.”
“We’ve got to resist the temptation to reject truth.”
You can watch the full video of this conversation here:
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 — the Imiloa Institute in Costa Rica! From the rejuvenating retreat experience to the eco-luxury accommodations, Kailei and Pascale take you on a journey to unveil just what this year's Beyonding Retreat is all about. Not only do they reflect on the evolution of the retreat from 2019 until now, they also highlight some of the best elements to expect from this first ever international iteration including the nourishing gourmet food, the connection to nature and the inner transformation that's in store for all who are open to the transformative energy waiting in the Costa Rican jungle!
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.
QUOTABLES:
“Our retreat experiences are designed for women like us.” – Kailei Carr
“This is purpose-driven work.” – Pascale Bourne
“I could just feel the energy of this place.” – Kailei Carr
“There’s deep meaning and purpose in each [retreat] experience.” – Pascale Bourne
You can watch the video of our conversation here and see some of the retreat location yourself:
Stay connected to our social channels and our retreat website for updates regarding registration, retreat vision and more:
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 the Ultimate World Cruise with Royal Caribbean to visit over 60+ countries over a span of nine months. She shares her experience with host, Myra Herring, on what she's found to be the most rewarding adventure of her life. From racial prejudices to unlimited family time, Brandee has found that her next chapter as a travel influencer includes less focus on documenting herself and more storytelling of those who are often unseen in the cruise world. Join us as we explore Brandee's journey of following her heart and honoring herself enough to go beyond limits!
ABOUT BRANDEE LAKE
Brandee Lake is a vibrant woman who's all about exploring the world and soaking up its diverse cultures. With over 80 countries under her belt and currently living on the ultimate world cruise, she's on a constant quest for adventure and new experiences.
After waving goodbye to her corporate gig, Brandee now spends her days traveling and capturing her adventures on social media. From lending a helping hand to immersing herself in local communities, she's all about giving back while on the go.
Her journey includes stints living abroad in the United Arab Emirates and Puerto Rico, and as an exchange student in Costa Rica, Spain, and Greece. These experiences not only broadened her horizons but also fueled her passion for understanding different ways of life.
Brandee's story is a testament to the magic of travel—how it opens our hearts, expands our minds, and connects us all. As she dives into her unexpected new role as a content creator, she's excited to share her adventures with the world and inspire others to embark on their own journeys of discovery.
QUOTABLES:
“I have no obligations. It took some time to adjust to that. There is nothing we HAVE to do.”
“I’m starting to lean into what’s important to me.”
“Part of my genius is connecting with the people and just being real.”
Episode 298: Soul to Soul with Ryane LeCesne
Apr 04, 2024
Did you know that energy shows up in many different forms? There's no better person to guide us through a discussion surrounding mindset and energy other than Mindset Advancement Coach, Ryane LeCesne. During this episode of Beyond the Business Suit podcast, Ryane shares with host, Myra Herring, what energy is in its many forms and how it contributes to a mindset of success. Not only does Ryane share her own personal journey through her identity crisis and how she pulled herself out of it, but also how she helps her clients shift and adapt themselves in order to live within their true authentic selves. She even walks through her eight-step process that shifts us out of the quicksand of imposter syndrome and into our true greatness.
ABOUT RYANE LECESNE:
Ryane LeCesne is the Mindset Advancement Coach. Since 2012, Ryane has coached nearly 1,000 high-achieving women – specializing in the unique needs of high-achieving Black women – to advance their professional dreams by overcoming and healing from the self-limiting mindsets of Impostor Syndrome, Perfectionism, and Distractionism. Ryane understands how frustrating it is to have followed the “blueprint to success” only to feel like you secretly lack the 3Cs – clarity, confidence, and courage – to advance your career or build your dream business. She knows what it feels like to have done “everything right” and still feel stuck and trapped second-guessing yourself and your dreams. She also knows the mindset required to take big, bold action in the face of your fears. Her coaching process is evidence-based, holistic, and proven to be instrumental in helping high-achieving women advance. Whether your professional dream is to quantum leap the corporate ladder or build and scale a passion-based business, Ryane's coaching programs and energy management techniques will support you in overcoming your self-limiting beliefs and advance. Get started now; take Ryane's free What's Killing Your Confidence? Quiz and schedule your complimentary Discovery Call with her to help you gain clarity on the source of what's killing your confidence.
QUOTABLES:
“Free yourself up to feel the beliefs you’re looking to put on so you can do the things aligned with your goals.”
“I learned to be adaptable.”
“I don’t look outside of myself anymore…I look inward.”
Episode 297: Soul to Soul Session with Dana Wright
Mar 22, 2024
What happens when we push past the expectations put on us by others and follow our own path? This exclusive session with Dana Wright, Corporate Security professional, coach, and podcaster, is an embodiment of what it means to truly live for yourself. Dana shares with host, Myra Herring, her journey of rejecting the traditional path her parents set forth for her and how she adjusted her focus to come into her own. From becoming a mother as a young adult, to making history as the first Black woman Deputy Chief, Dana proves what can happen after breaking away from the intense need to do what is expected and instead live her life for herself. It is clear that Dana's servitude, walk of faith and continued passion for advocating for women in law enforcement has enabled her to serve her community in big ways!
ABOUT DANA WRIGHT:
Dana Wright is an innovative and results-orientated Corporate Security Professional, Coach, and Podcaster. Additionally, she has 20+ years of previous Law Enforcement and Executive Leadership experience with one of the largest Law Enforcement organizations in the nation, where she rose through the ranks and retired as the Chief Executive Officer.
Dana currently ensures there is security program compliance within approximately 40 properties and teams across 18 states in the eastern U.S. for one of the world’s largest real estate managers. She also serves as a conduit between multiple contract vendors, the surrounding communities, and her corporate partners, such as marketing, legal, property management, IT, and PR. Dana’s goal is to build a “women in security” network within her partner security teams to encourage increased female representation and support in the profession.
Dana has channeled her passion for coaching and collaborating with women by highlighting them on her podcast Fearless, Inspired, and Free. She is especially interested in lifting and supporting women; encouraging them to share their stories as a way to help others and to build a community of sharing, learning, resilience, and kindness.
Dana has a Bachelor of Arts in Management and a Master of Science in Leadership. She is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy and is a Certified Professional and Executive Coach. Dana is an empty-nester who lives with her husband and dog. She is the mother of two adult daughters and has one adorable grandson.
QUOTABLES:
“God has never ever let me fail.”
“I’ve been carried my whole life.”
“When you're a woman in a male dominated space, you always feel like you are performing a little bit better.”
“I found out in my journey that I love hearing women’s stories.”
“I had a heart for service that was placed in me early.”
Listen to the Fearless, Inspired and Free Podcast with Dana Wrighton Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Episode 296: Climate Change, Sustainability, and Communities of Color
Feb 28, 2024
Have you ever thought about how much climate change impacts our communities and particularly communities of color? This next episode of Beyond The Business Suit, host Kailei Carr is joined by Michael Littlejohn, Founder and Managing Director of Sustainability Services Group, and Kahlilah Guyah, CEO of EHS Compliance Services Inc. Together, they have an in-depth discussion on climate change, sustainability and how organizations can aid in the advancement of these important issues. Not only do Michael and Kahlilah explain their career journeys and what ignited their interest in these areas, but they also discuss what they are doing individually and within their families to make more conscious decisions. While Michael reveals his six characteristics of climate driven impact, Kahlilah tells us the three E's she uses to teach others of the measures they can take in their own lives to combat these issues. From greenwashing, to supply chain, to the racial wealth gap and more, you will be sure to learn a lot from this conversation.
You can watch the video of our LinkedIn Live conversation here:
ABOUT MICHAEL LITTLEJOHN:
Michael is a diverse leader, seasoned senior executive, entrepreneur, consultant, and driver of transformation with more than 35 years of experience with 3 global professional services and technology firms (PwC, IBM, and Ernst and Young). Over that time, Michael held numerous leadership roles with positions in General Management, Delivery/Practice Management, Strategic Growth, and Large Account Management. He has led services businesses with as many as 1,200 staff, and he has managed professional services P&Ls in the $100-$300m (US) range. He has had responsibility for designing portfolios of strategic growth services; and he has served as the lead client relationship executive for multiple large accounts generating up to $60m in annual fees. Michael has also been part of the integration team for multiple mergers/acquisitions, has overseen the divestiture of a services business, and has built and led the internal transformation unit of a Fortune 50 Technology company.
In 2022, Michael founded the Sustainability Services Group (SSG) a consulting firm focused on delivering advisory services in support of sustainability and climate change. Prior to founding SSG, Michael served as the Sustainability leader within EY’s public sector business where he was responsible for developing the strategy, and executing plays, for ESG and climate-related opportunities. He was also a member of the EY Public Sector Leadership Team. Prior to that role, Michael served 5 years as a Coordinating Partner overseeing EY’s Government business within NY State, and as an advisor to EY’s global Smart & Sustainable Cities initiative.
ABOUT KAHLILAH GUYAH:
Kahlilah is an entrepreneurial leader who has risen in the ranks of her profession during her nearly 25 year career. Kahlilah is the CEO at EHS Compliance Services Inc., a consulting firm that helps organizations create and implement strategies to protect workers, the environment, and corporate reputation. Kahlilah is a highly sought speaker who has been featured at national and organizational conferences across the US. She is the author of the article, “EHS Professionals: Elevate Your Impact Through Integrating Psychosocial Hazards” featured in the Winter 2022 edition of Leader. When not working with clients, you can find Kahlilah mentoring emerging EHS professionals, and participating in her hobbies: yoga and spending time with her family.
QUOTABLES:
“We are in the midst of this evolution.” – Kahlilah Guyah
“The topic of sustainability and climate change is the most important topic I have consulted on throughout my entire career. It’s an existential issue.” – Michael Littlejohn
“We tend to be a more vulnerable population.” – Kahlilah Guyah
“It’s no secret that the most traditionally underserved, the most underfunded communities are vulnerable to climate change.” – Michael Littlejohn
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
Every Monday Morning in the Beyonding Community, we come together to set the tone for the week with a motivational word, meditation or other inspiration. This past Monday, Kailei shared a message to set the tone for the year, aligned with the theme of BEYOND...
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...
Episode 290: Soul to Soul Session with Dr. Kameron Sheats
Dec 05, 2023
It's time to tap into our inner selves! Co-host, Myra Herring, guides an incredibly insightful discussion with Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Kameron Sheats, affectionally called “Dr. Kam” throughout this interview. Not only does Dr. Kam relay the importance of introspective work, but she also shares...
Episode 289: “Leap Fearlessly” with Dionne Vernon
Nov 09, 2023
When was the last time you took a calculated risk in your life? You never know what's on the other side of fear until you take a leap into the unknown. In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, Beyonding Community Member and corporate executive,...
Episode 288: Soul to Soul Session with Kahlilah Guyah
Oct 27, 2023
We're breaking barriers in this next episode of Beyond the Business Suit! Host, Myra Herring sits down with Certified Environmental, Health & Safety Consultant, Kahlilah Guyah. Together, they unpack Kahlilah's powerful journey from former track star to relentless business owner. Her resilience shines through her...
Episode 287: Soul to Soul + Beyonding Book Chat with Lakysha Laing
Oct 20, 2023
We all have a story. When we find truly inspirational people that have the courage and initiative to tell theirs, we must celebrate them. That's what this next episode of Beyond the Business Suit is all about! Author, positivity expert and Beyonding Community Ambassador and...
Episode 286: What’s Ahead for the Beyond The Business Suit Podcast
Oct 13, 2023
As The Beyond The Business Suit podcast celebrates nine years of inspiring and engaging conversations, we're happy to share with you how we're growing, evolving and “leveling up” in the future. We've reached remarkable milestones; from over 285 published episodes distributed across 100+ countries, and...
Episode 285: Hormones & Longevity: How Your Hormones Impact Your Healthspan
Oct 05, 2023
Your path to aging backwards begins here! Have you ever wondered just how much your hormones impact your overall health and well-being? Dr. Nicole Peoples, a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, has just the answers to your burning questions about hormones and health. Originally recorded...
Episode 284: Finding Your Dharma with Suneel Gupta
Sep 27, 2023
What happens when you lose your dharma, otherwise known as your inner calling? If there's one person who knows what it takes to lose your dharma and find it again, it's Suneel Gupta, author of his new book, Everyday Dharma. With storytelling at his core,...
Episode 283: Soul to Soul Session with Stacie Newton
Aug 02, 2023
How has your career journey evolved over time? On this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, joining host, Myra Herring, is Stacie Newton, an accomplished Public Relations and Marketing strategist, who is baring her soul about just how much she's evolved both personally and professionally....
Episode 282: Soul to Soul Session with Mary Grate-Pyos
Jul 13, 2023
Life has a funny way of surprising you! No one knows this better than Financial Advisor long-time friend of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, Mary Grate-Pyos. This episode, originally recorded as a Beyonding Community Soul to Soul session, drops SO many gems on the...
Episode 280: Soul to Soul Session with Dr. Amber Wright
Jun 14, 2023
It's time to get REAL about our communication! The next guest on the Beyond the Business Suit podcast is the esteemed Dr. Amber Wright, Relationship Communication Expert, Founder of Words Well Said and one of our . Through her conversation with resident Soul to Soul...
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
The next episode of Beyond The Business Suit podcast is full of inspiration! We are joined by Jonetta Moyo, Personal Growth Practitioner, Coach & Journal Artist, as she takes us through a journey of journaling. Throughout our time together, Jonetta outlines just how powerful and...
Episode 277: From Surviving to Thriving in Leadership
Apr 14, 2023
We're helping you take ownership of your leadership in the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast. Cheryl Bridges, a phenomenal executive coach and advocate for Black women in leadership, shares her perspective of self-leadership, setting healthy boundaries and the difference between leading...
Episode 276: Soul to Soul Session with Monique Shields
Mar 28, 2023
Monique Shields, Founder of Seven Pines Leadership, is back for this episode of Beyond the Business Suit Podcast! This time, she has something special to share: a new podcast, “Ambition Without Compromise,” dropping March 29th that she dedicated to Women of Color who are daring...
Episode 275: Introducing our New BTBS Co-Host, Myra Herring
Mar 15, 2023
There's no better way to celebrate Women's History Month than by introducing the Beyond the Business Suit Podcast's newest co-host, a powerhouse in her own right, Myra Herring. This Wellness Coach, Speaker, Facilitator, and long-time friend of The Beyond the Business Suit podcast, uses her...
Episode 274: RESONANCE: A Masterclass Session with Amanda Miller Littlejohn
Mar 03, 2023
Are you intentionally visible or invisible? On the next episode of the Beyond The Business Suit podcast, Amanda Miller Littlejohn, personal branding expert, writer and storyteller, is diving deep into the art of sharing your stories, experiences and perspectives in order to elevate your voice....
Episode 273: Powered Presence with Kailei Carr
Feb 11, 2023
It's time to talk about presence! In this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast, Host, Kailei Carr talks through what it means to have strong leadership presence. Not only does she outline what presence is but also the attributes, behaviors and contributors that...
Episode 272: Soul to Soul Session with Marla Teyolia
Jan 28, 2023
When do you know that you've done enough? We explore this question and more in the next episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast. This episode, originally recorded as a Soul to Soul session within the Beyonding Community, dives deep into the aspect of...
Episode 271: Who Do I Want to Be in 2023?
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...
Episode 136: Torian Richardson on Leadership, Purpose and the “Real A.I.”
May 31, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I'm featuring the 3rd episode in my #flyguyfriends series where where I have been featuring some of my guy friends who are not only doing some great things, but are also some great people. Next up is...
Episode 135: Why We Should Lift As We Climb
May 15, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit, I wanted to take a break from my #flyguyfriends series to share something with you that has been on my mind and heart. I want to extend some gratitude to someone who truly deserves it and I...
Episode 134: LeKeith Taylor | Branding, Entrepreneurship and Intention #flyguyfriends
May 02, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit we have the second episode of our #flyguyfriends series where I am interviewing some of my guy friends who are not only doing some pretty cool things in their careers, but also some great people we can learn from. Last...
Episode 133: Jamal Henderson | Charting His Path from Brand Management to Entertainment Exec #flyguyfriends
Apr 21, 2018
If you're a subscriber to Beyond the Business Suit, you know that we've been doing a #blackgirlmagic series which has been a lot of fun. Now, for the first time in Beyond the Business Suit history I'm going to put the spotlight on the men....
Episode 132: Ahyiana Angel Helps Us Make That ‘Switch, Pivot or Quit’
Apr 12, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I interviewed fellow podcaster Ahyiana Angel from the Switch, Pivot or Quit podcast. In this episode we not only hear some great insights and experiences Ahyiana has, we are also joined by Beyond the Business Suit listener...
In today's episode of Beyond the Business Suit, we're finishing our “Black Girl Magic” series where we have been featuring black women who have launched businesses that serve black women and or women of color. In this interview I had the pleasure of chatting with Roshell...
Episode 130: Ways You Can Reclaim Your Time
Mar 23, 2018
In this episode of Beyond the Business Suit I want to have some real talk. Remember several months ago when “Auntie Maxine” Waters infamously repeated the phrase, “reclaiming my time”? That video gave me so much life and every now and then I rewatch the video to...
Episode 129: Jihan Thompson | Reinventing the Stylist Search Experience #BlackGirlMagic
Mar 02, 2018
In today’s episode of Beyond the Business Suit we are continuing with our Black Girl Magic series where we are featuring some black women who have created businesses targeting black and brown women. Today I’m featuring Jihan Thompson, co-founder of Swivel Beauty. If there is...
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