Bridge To U: https://clearcommunicationsolutions.com en-us © 2023 Bridge To U: Bridge to U focuses on diversity, inclusion and understanding for black cultures. It is a place where Monique Russell hosts transformative discussions focused on enhancing communication skills, nurturing emotional intelligence, and navigating the intricate tapestry of intercultural dynamics and diversity within Black cultures. The vastness of the African diaspora requires us all to do our own D&I work. This work is necessary in order to build up unity through conversations and insights required for an awakened and aligned way of living as Black people. Monique Russell serves as your guide through a world where communication is an art. Through insightful conversations and engaging storytelling, listeners explore the nuances of effective communication. From speech to body language, Monique equips her audience with tools to foster understanding and empathy. At the heart of "Bridge to U" lies emotional intelligence – a vital skill in today's interconnected world. By interviewing thought leaders and individuals with compelling stories, Monique delves into the intricacies of emotional intelligence. Listeners uncover layers of self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal finesse, pivotal in forging authentic connections. It doesn't stop there. She delves into the vibrant landscape of intercultural communication. Monique's podcast sheds light on diverse viewpoints and offers actionable insights to navigate communication barriers. Diversity and inclusion take center stage as Monique Russell amplifies voices within Black cultures. The podcast becomes a safe haven for thought-provoking conversations about identity, representation, and the urgent need to highlight positive Black perspectives. "Bridge to U" is a catalyst for personal transformation and societal change. Each episode is an opportunity to bridge gaps, forge connections, and cultivate appreciation for the fusion of communication skills, emotional intelligence, and intercultural dynamics within Black cultures. Subscribe now to unlock insights that reshape your approach to communication, elevate emotional intelligence, and deepen understanding of the cultural mosaic around us. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/1d431f90-bdb6-11ed-ae20-b79d9ae3d17b/image/5cfec01b44f3e29fae1fb88ade93fc4aecd05b192fbfbc2c2f1daa412b7c1921.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Bridge To U: https://clearcommunicationsolutions.com no episodic Monique Russell Bridge to U focuses on diversity, inclusion and understanding for black cultures. It is a place where Monique Russell hosts transformative discussions focused on enhancing communication skills, nurturing emotional intelligence, and navigating the intricate tapestry of intercultural dynamics and diversity within Black cultures. The vastness of the African diaspora requires us all to do our own D&I work. This work is necessary in order to build up unity through conversations and insights required for an awakened and aligned way of living as Black people. Monique Russell serves as your guide through a world where communication is an art. Through insightful conversations and engaging storytelling, listeners explore the nuances of effective communication. From speech to body language, Monique equips her audience with tools to foster understanding and empathy. At the heart of "Bridge to U" lies emotional intelligence – a vital skill in today's interconnected world. By interviewing thought leaders and individuals with compelling stories, Monique delves into the intricacies of emotional intelligence. Listeners uncover layers of self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal finesse, pivotal in forging authentic connections. It doesn't stop there. She delves into the vibrant landscape of intercultural communication. Monique's podcast sheds light on diverse viewpoints and offers actionable insights to navigate communication barriers. Diversity and inclusion take center stage as Monique Russell amplifies voices within Black cultures. The podcast becomes a safe haven for thought-provoking conversations about identity, representation, and the urgent need to highlight positive Black perspectives. "Bridge to U" is a catalyst for personal transformation and societal change. Each episode is an opportunity to bridge gaps, forge connections, and cultivate appreciation for the fusion of communication skills, emotional intelligence, and intercultural dynamics within Black cultures. Subscribe now to unlock insights that reshape your approach to communication, elevate emotional intelligence, and deepen understanding of the cultural mosaic around us. Bridge to U focuses on diversity, inclusion and understanding for black cultures.

It is a place where Monique Russell hosts transformative discussions focused on enhancing communication skills, nurturing emotional intelligence, and navigating the intricate tapestry of intercultural dynamics and diversity within Black cultures. The vastness of the African diaspora requires us all to do our own D&I work. This work is necessary in order to build up unity through conversations and insights required for an awakened and aligned way of living as Black people.

Monique Russell serves as your guide through a world where communication is an art. Through insightful conversations and engaging storytelling, listeners explore the nuances of effective communication. From speech to body language, Monique equips her audience with tools to foster understanding and empathy.

At the heart of "Bridge to U" lies emotional intelligence – a vital skill in today's interconnected world. By interviewing thought leaders and individuals with compelling stories, Monique delves into the intricacies of emotional intelligence. Listeners uncover layers of self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal finesse, pivotal in forging authentic connections.

It doesn't stop there. She delves into the vibrant landscape of intercultural communication. Monique's podcast sheds light on diverse viewpoints and offers actionable insights to navigate communication barriers.

Diversity and inclusion take center stage as Monique Russell amplifies voices within Black cultures. The podcast becomes a safe haven for thought-provoking conversations about identity, representation, and the urgent need to highlight positive Black perspectives.

"Bridge to U" is a catalyst for personal transformation and societal change. Each episode is an opportunity to bridge gaps, forge connections, and cultivate appreciation for the fusion of communication skills, emotional intelligence, and intercultural dynamics within Black cultures.

Subscribe now to unlock insights that reshape your approach to communication, elevate emotional intelligence, and deepen understanding of the cultural mosaic around us.

]]> Monique Russell Monique@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Finding the Funny & Redefining Black Masculinity In this episode of The Bridge to U Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Kiara “Kiki” Walker — a powerhouse producer, storyteller, and podcast host. Kiara is the co-host of the wildly popular CockTales: Dirty Discussions, a sex-positive comedy show turned national tour, and the host and producer of XO Man, a groundbreaking podcast exploring Black masculinity through the voices of celebrity Black men. We talk about how humor became her healing tool, what it takes to create authentic conversations in podcasting, and how she uses curiosity to go beyond assumptions and make her guests feel truly seen. From her stories about CockTales to the behind-the-scenes of XO Man, Kiara shows us what it looks like to hold space for vulnerability, laughter, and cultural truth. You’ll walk away with insights on: How finding the funny helps us heal and grow. Why too many voices can lead to “manufactured authenticity.” The gap XO Man is filling for Black men and their stories. What performance vs. message means when interviewing high-profile guests. The reality of building, scaling, and touring a podcast from scratch. About My Guest: Kiara “Kiki” Walker Host & Producer of XO Man Co-host of CockTales: Dirty Discussions Digital strategist and storyteller with 6+ years of experience Graduate of Howard University, background in media and journalism Cookbook author (Klassy-Baste), book club founder, and group travel host   Follow Kiara here: CockTales Podcast Instagram: @kikisaidso XO Man on all podcast platforms If you loved this conversation, please share this episode with your community and on your favorite platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Bridge to U Podcast and leave a review so more people can discover these transformational conversations. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 2025 86 Monique Russell In this episode of The Bridge to U Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Kiara “Kiki” Walker — a powerhouse producer, storyteller, and podcast host. Kiara is the co-host of the wildly popular CockTales: Dirty Discussions, a sex-positive comedy show turned national tour, and the host and producer of XO Man, a groundbreaking podcast exploring Black masculinity through the voices of celebrity Black men. We talk about how humor became her healing tool, what it takes to create authentic conversations in podcasting, and how she uses curiosity to go beyond assumptions and make her guests feel truly seen. From her stories about CockTales to the behind-the-scenes of XO Man, Kiara shows us what it looks like to hold space for vulnerability, laughter, and cultural truth. You’ll walk away with insights on: How finding the funny helps us heal and grow. Why too many voices can lead to “manufactured authenticity.” The gap XO Man is filling for Black men and their stories. What performance vs. message means when interviewing high-profile guests. The reality of building, scaling, and touring a podcast from scratch. About My Guest: Kiara “Kiki” Walker Host & Producer of XO Man Co-host of CockTales: Dirty Discussions Digital strategist and storyteller with 6+ years of experience Graduate of Howard University, background in media and journalism Cookbook author (Klassy-Baste), book club founder, and group travel host   Follow Kiara here: CockTales Podcast Instagram: @kikisaidso XO Man on all podcast platforms If you loved this conversation, please share this episode with your community and on your favorite platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Bridge to U Podcast and leave a review so more people can discover these transformational conversations. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode of The Bridge to U Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Kiara “Kiki” Walker — a powerhouse producer, storyteller, and podcast host. Kiara is the co-host of the wildly popular CockTales: Dirty Discussions, a sex-positive comedy show turned national tour, and the host and producer of XO Man, a groundbreaking podcast exploring Black masculinity through the voices of celebrity Black men.

We talk about how humor became her healing tool, what it takes to create authentic conversations in podcasting, and how she uses curiosity to go beyond assumptions and make her guests feel truly seen. From her stories about CockTales to the behind-the-scenes of XO Man, Kiara shows us what it looks like to hold space for vulnerability, laughter, and cultural truth.

You’ll walk away with insights on:

  • How finding the funny helps us heal and grow.
  • Why too many voices can lead to “manufactured authenticity.”
  • The gap XO Man is filling for Black men and their stories.
  • What performance vs. message means when interviewing high-profile guests.
  • The reality of building, scaling, and touring a podcast from scratch.


About My Guest: Kiara “Kiki” Walker

  • Host & Producer of XO Man
  • Co-host of CockTales: Dirty Discussions
  • Digital strategist and storyteller with 6+ years of experience
  • Graduate of Howard University, background in media and journalism
  • Cookbook author (Klassy-Baste), book club founder, and group travel host

 

Follow Kiara here:

  • CockTales Podcast
  • Instagram: @kikisaidso
  • XO Man on all podcast platforms


If you loved this conversation, please share this episode with your community and on your favorite platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe to The Bridge to U Podcast and leave a review so more people can discover these transformational conversations.


Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


Produced by Breadfruit Media

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 3401 What Black Families Teach Us About Leadership — If We Question the Question What would happen if you stopped building teams and started building connections? In this powerful episode, Nikki Pounds, speaker, Goldman Sachs alum, founder of HR Unequivocally, and author of The Leader Who Cares teaches us that teams that are connected have more fun. And fun is the fruit of trust. When Nikki Pounds told me about her siblings, I was instantly inspired. Six siblings. 60+ years of unity. Never once estranged. Not one falling out. Nikki brings her signature warmth and wisdom as she shares how family, unity, and intentional connection shape her leadership and business philosophy. Together, we explore: Family as Strategy. Her father built a business with $32 and her mother’s support at 2am. That blueprint, persistence + partnership is the same one we need in business. Money is not the foundation. Connection is. Boundaries are Love. In her family, siblings ask permission before giving advice. “Can I share something with you?” That’s a model for psychological safety because boundaries create belonging and when they aren’t supported with accountability, they are rarely enforced. Question the Question. Nikki’s TED Talk reminds us: assumptions show up in the smallest phrases. “When are you getting married?” “When’s the next child?” We do the same in the workplace: “When will you get promoted?” “Why aren’t you leading yet?” These narrow questions push people into boxes. The better question? “What’s exciting for you right now?” Open questions unlock authentic leadership. Black Cultures Are Not a Monolith. Even twins aren’t identical in their experiences. The same is true across African, Afro-Latin, Caribbean, and African American communities. Leaders who flatten us into “sameness” miss the richness of legacy and difference. Here’s the deeper connection: The way you honor your family is the way you build your culture at work. If you celebrate birthdays with intention, celebrate wins at work with intention. If you don’t cross boundaries at home, don’t cross them at work. If you check assumptions at the dinner table, check them in your boardroom. Nikki’s story of her entrepreneurial family, her insights on HR strategy, and her call to laugh more and take ourselves less seriously remind us all that connection is the foundation of care, culture, and transformation. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full 2025 85 Monique Russell What would happen if you stopped building teams and started building connections? In this powerful episode, Nikki Pounds, speaker, Goldman Sachs alum, founder of HR Unequivocally, and author of The Leader Who Cares teaches us that teams that are connected have more fun. And fun is the fruit of trust. When Nikki Pounds told me about her siblings, I was instantly inspired. Six siblings. 60+ years of unity. Never once estranged. Not one falling out. Nikki brings her signature warmth and wisdom as she shares how family, unity, and intentional connection shape her leadership and business philosophy. Together, we explore: Family as Strategy. Her father built a business with $32 and her mother’s support at 2am. That blueprint, persistence + partnership is the same one we need in business. Money is not the foundation. Connection is. Boundaries are Love. In her family, siblings ask permission before giving advice. “Can I share something with you?” That’s a model for psychological safety because boundaries create belonging and when they aren’t supported with accountability, they are rarely enforced. Question the Question. Nikki’s TED Talk reminds us: assumptions show up in the smallest phrases. “When are you getting married?” “When’s the next child?” We do the same in the workplace: “When will you get promoted?” “Why aren’t you leading yet?” These narrow questions push people into boxes. The better question? “What’s exciting for you right now?” Open questions unlock authentic leadership. Black Cultures Are Not a Monolith. Even twins aren’t identical in their experiences. The same is true across African, Afro-Latin, Caribbean, and African American communities. Leaders who flatten us into “sameness” miss the richness of legacy and difference. Here’s the deeper connection: The way you honor your family is the way you build your culture at work. If you celebrate birthdays with intention, celebrate wins at work with intention. If you don’t cross boundaries at home, don’t cross them at work. If you check assumptions at the dinner table, check them in your boardroom. Nikki’s story of her entrepreneurial family, her insights on HR strategy, and her call to laugh more and take ourselves less seriously remind us all that connection is the foundation of care, culture, and transformation. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What would happen if you stopped building teams and started building connections?

In this powerful episode, Nikki Pounds, speaker, Goldman Sachs alum, founder of HR Unequivocally, and author of The Leader Who Cares teaches us that teams that are connected have more fun. And fun is the fruit of trust. When Nikki Pounds told me about her siblings, I was instantly inspired. Six siblings. 60+ years of unity. Never once estranged. Not one falling out.

Nikki brings her signature warmth and wisdom as she shares how family, unity, and intentional connection shape her leadership and business philosophy.


Together, we explore:

  • Family as Strategy. Her father built a business with $32 and her mother’s support at 2am. That blueprint, persistence + partnership is the same one we need in business. Money is not the foundation. Connection is.

  • Boundaries are Love. In her family, siblings ask permission before giving advice. “Can I share something with you?” That’s a model for psychological safety because boundaries create belonging and when they aren’t supported with accountability, they are rarely enforced.

  • Question the Question. Nikki’s TED Talk reminds us: assumptions show up in the smallest phrases. “When are you getting married?” “When’s the next child?” We do the same in the workplace: “When will you get promoted?” “Why aren’t you leading yet?” These narrow questions push people into boxes. The better question? “What’s exciting for you right now?” Open questions unlock authentic leadership.

  • Black Cultures Are Not a Monolith. Even twins aren’t identical in their experiences. The same is true across African, Afro-Latin, Caribbean, and African American communities. Leaders who flatten us into “sameness” miss the richness of legacy and difference.

Here’s the deeper connection: The way you honor your family is the way you build your culture at work.

  • If you celebrate birthdays with intention, celebrate wins at work with intention.

  • If you don’t cross boundaries at home, don’t cross them at work.

  • If you check assumptions at the dinner table, check them in your boardroom.

Nikki’s story of her entrepreneurial family, her insights on HR strategy, and her call to laugh more and take ourselves less seriously remind us all that connection is the foundation of care, culture, and transformation.


Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


Produced by Breadfruit Media

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 2666 The Right to Be Forgotten: Preserving Black Memory with Dominique Luster In this powerful episode, I interview archival consultant and memory worker Dominique Luster to explore the sacred responsibility of preserving Black stories. From the emotional complexity of storytelling to the importance of naming our grandmothers, this conversation dives into legacy, lineage, and the radical act of remembrance. You’ll walk away with deep insight into how personal history shapes identity—and how to become an active participant in your own story. Key Takeaways: Why “intent doesn’t equal impact” in storytelling The spiritual and emotional power of knowing your ancestors by name How family naming patterns and inherited roles shape our identities The archival process of deciding what is preserved—and what is forgotten What Dominique learned from a 90-year-old WWII veteran about legacy and courage Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dominique Luster: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠| ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠| ⁠⁠Youtube⁠ Or email with feedback or questions: ⁠leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com⁠ Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full 2025 84 Monique Russell In this powerful episode, I interview archival consultant and memory worker Dominique Luster to explore the sacred responsibility of preserving Black stories. From the emotional complexity of storytelling to the importance of naming our grandmothers, this conversation dives into legacy, lineage, and the radical act of remembrance. You’ll walk away with deep insight into how personal history shapes identity—and how to become an active participant in your own story. Key Takeaways: Why “intent doesn’t equal impact” in storytelling The spiritual and emotional power of knowing your ancestors by name How family naming patterns and inherited roles shape our identities The archival process of deciding what is preserved—and what is forgotten What Dominique learned from a 90-year-old WWII veteran about legacy and courage Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dominique Luster: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠| ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠| ⁠⁠Youtube⁠ Or email with feedback or questions: ⁠leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com⁠ Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this powerful episode, I interview archival consultant and memory worker Dominique Luster to explore the sacred responsibility of preserving Black stories. From the emotional complexity of storytelling to the importance of naming our grandmothers, this conversation dives into legacy, lineage, and the radical act of remembrance. You’ll walk away with deep insight into how personal history shapes identity—and how to become an active participant in your own story.


Key Takeaways:

  • Why “intent doesn’t equal impact” in storytelling

  • The spiritual and emotional power of knowing your ancestors by name

  • How family naming patterns and inherited roles shape our identities

  • The archival process of deciding what is preserved—and what is forgotten

  • What Dominique learned from a 90-year-old WWII veteran about legacy and courage

Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


Connect with Dominique Luster: LinkedIn | Instagram


Connect with Monique Russell: ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠| ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠| ⁠⁠Youtube⁠

Or email with feedback or questions: ⁠leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com⁠


Produced by Breadfruit Media


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 2401 no Anger Is Not the Enemy: Healing, Boundaries & Emotional Truth In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we're joined by Karimah Cornelius-Stith, Certified Sex Therapist, Anger Management Specialist, and CEO of New Reflections Therapeutic Services. Hailing from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Karimah brings deep cultural insight, spiritual grounding, and clinical expertise to a topic that’s often misunderstood: anger. We explore the emotional, spiritual, and physical costs of unprocessed anger—especially within Black and Caribbean communities. From her faith-based beginnings in St. Croix to her work with trauma survivors and couples, Karimah breaks down why anger is a signal, not a sin. We talk about the shame and guilt often connected to intimacy and emotion, the difference between venting and healing, and how suppressed feelings can show up in our relationships, bodies, and communities. You’ll also learn: The difference between expressing anger and weaponizing it Why therapy is not the same as talking to friends The right (and wrong) way to apologize What "shake therapy" is and how it helps you release tension How to identify emotions when language feels out of reach If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much,” if you’re navigating a legacy of silence, or if you're ready to feel without judgment—this episode is your invitation to begin. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Karimah Cornelius - Stith: LinkedIn | Website Connect with Monique Russell: ⁠LinkedIn ⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook ⁠| ⁠Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full 2025 83 Monique Russell In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we're joined by Karimah Cornelius-Stith, Certified Sex Therapist, Anger Management Specialist, and CEO of New Reflections Therapeutic Services. Hailing from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Karimah brings deep cultural insight, spiritual grounding, and clinical expertise to a topic that’s often misunderstood: anger. We explore the emotional, spiritual, and physical costs of unprocessed anger—especially within Black and Caribbean communities. From her faith-based beginnings in St. Croix to her work with trauma survivors and couples, Karimah breaks down why anger is a signal, not a sin. We talk about the shame and guilt often connected to intimacy and emotion, the difference between venting and healing, and how suppressed feelings can show up in our relationships, bodies, and communities. You’ll also learn: The difference between expressing anger and weaponizing it Why therapy is not the same as talking to friends The right (and wrong) way to apologize What "shake therapy" is and how it helps you release tension How to identify emotions when language feels out of reach If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much,” if you’re navigating a legacy of silence, or if you're ready to feel without judgment—this episode is your invitation to begin. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Karimah Cornelius - Stith: LinkedIn | Website Connect with Monique Russell: ⁠LinkedIn ⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook ⁠| ⁠Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we're joined by Karimah Cornelius-Stith, Certified Sex Therapist, Anger Management Specialist, and CEO of New Reflections Therapeutic Services. Hailing from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Karimah brings deep cultural insight, spiritual grounding, and clinical expertise to a topic that’s often misunderstood: anger.

We explore the emotional, spiritual, and physical costs of unprocessed anger—especially within Black and Caribbean communities. From her faith-based beginnings in St. Croix to her work with trauma survivors and couples, Karimah breaks down why anger is a signal, not a sin. We talk about the shame and guilt often connected to intimacy and emotion, the difference between venting and healing, and how suppressed feelings can show up in our relationships, bodies, and communities.

You’ll also learn:

  • The difference between expressing anger and weaponizing it

  • Why therapy is not the same as talking to friends

  • The right (and wrong) way to apologize

  • What "shake therapy" is and how it helps you release tension

  • How to identify emotions when language feels out of reach

If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much,” if you’re navigating a legacy of silence, or if you're ready to feel without judgment—this episode is your invitation to begin.


Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

Connect with Karimah Cornelius - Stith: LinkedIn | Website


Connect with Monique Russell: ⁠LinkedIn ⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook ⁠| ⁠Youtube

Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


Produced by Breadfruit Media


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 2388 no Coaching Without the Fluff: What It’s Really Like to Work With Me If you’ve ever wondered what coaching with me is actually like, this episode is for you. I break down my process, my frameworks, and why the transformations my clients experience aren’t surface-level hype, but deep, embodied shifts. From emotional intelligence to cultural healing, from executive presence to releasing shame, you’ll hear how we do the real work, and why it lasts. Whether you're a high-achieving leader, a mother in transition, or someone tired of performative change, this episode invites you to cross the bridge from overwhelm to integration. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by ⁠Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full 2025 82 Monique Russell If you’ve ever wondered what coaching with me is actually like, this episode is for you. I break down my process, my frameworks, and why the transformations my clients experience aren’t surface-level hype, but deep, embodied shifts. From emotional intelligence to cultural healing, from executive presence to releasing shame, you’ll hear how we do the real work, and why it lasts. Whether you're a high-achieving leader, a mother in transition, or someone tired of performative change, this episode invites you to cross the bridge from overwhelm to integration. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by ⁠Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • If you’ve ever wondered what coaching with me is actually like, this episode is for you. I break down my process, my frameworks, and why the transformations my clients experience aren’t surface-level hype, but deep, embodied shifts. From emotional intelligence to cultural healing, from executive presence to releasing shame, you’ll hear how we do the real work, and why it lasts.

  • Whether you're a high-achieving leader, a mother in transition, or someone tired of performative change, this episode invites you to cross the bridge from overwhelm to integration.

    • Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by ⁠Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     1400 no     Redefining What’s Possible for Black Women in Work and Life I sat down with powerhouse strategist, scholar-practitioner, and cultural architect Dr. Kerry Mitchell Brown to explore what it truly takes to lead with equity, dismantle harmful leadership models, and redefine what’s possible for Black women at work and in life. Dr. Kerry pulls back the curtain on the quiet (and not-so-quiet) systems that block progress—and how Black executive women can lead, not just by climbing the ladder, but by redesigning it. She shares her personal story of navigating a finance-driven career path, the moment she realized there was no clear lane for someone like her, and how that discovery sparked a lifelong mission to challenge systems from the inside out. Key Takeaways: Organizations are perfectly designed to get the results they get, but they can be redesigned for justice and inclusion. Black women in America face systemic erasure masked as opportunity. Many were hired during the post-2020 equity surge, and are now disproportionately being let go. Quiet disruptors exist. You don’t need to shout to make change; you need strategy, timing, and courage. Privilege exists even in struggle. Recognizing our relative privilege is key to building braver spaces rooted in trust and equity. Financial literacy = personal power.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Kerry Mitchell-Brown: LinkedIn | IG: @DrKerryMBrown Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full 2025 84 Monique Russell I sat down with powerhouse strategist, scholar-practitioner, and cultural architect Dr. Kerry Mitchell Brown to explore what it truly takes to lead with equity, dismantle harmful leadership models, and redefine what’s possible for Black women at work and in life. Dr. Kerry pulls back the curtain on the quiet (and not-so-quiet) systems that block progress—and how Black executive women can lead, not just by climbing the ladder, but by redesigning it. She shares her personal story of navigating a finance-driven career path, the moment she realized there was no clear lane for someone like her, and how that discovery sparked a lifelong mission to challenge systems from the inside out. Key Takeaways: Organizations are perfectly designed to get the results they get, but they can be redesigned for justice and inclusion. Black women in America face systemic erasure masked as opportunity. Many were hired during the post-2020 equity surge, and are now disproportionately being let go. Quiet disruptors exist. You don’t need to shout to make change; you need strategy, timing, and courage. Privilege exists even in struggle. Recognizing our relative privilege is key to building braver spaces rooted in trust and equity. Financial literacy = personal power.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Kerry Mitchell-Brown: LinkedIn | IG: @DrKerryMBrown Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices I sat down with powerhouse strategist, scholar-practitioner, and cultural architect Dr. Kerry Mitchell Brown to explore what it truly takes to lead with equity, dismantle harmful leadership models, and redefine what’s possible for Black women at work and in life.

    Dr. Kerry pulls back the curtain on the quiet (and not-so-quiet) systems that block progress—and how Black executive women can lead, not just by climbing the ladder, but by redesigning it. She shares her personal story of navigating a finance-driven career path, the moment she realized there was no clear lane for someone like her, and how that discovery sparked a lifelong mission to challenge systems from the inside out.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Organizations are perfectly designed to get the results they get, but they can be redesigned for justice and inclusion.

    • Black women in America face systemic erasure masked as opportunity. Many were hired during the post-2020 equity surge, and are now disproportionately being let go.

    • Quiet disruptors exist. You don’t need to shout to make change; you need strategy, timing, and courage.

    • Privilege exists even in struggle. Recognizing our relative privilege is key to building braver spaces rooted in trust and equity.

    • Financial literacy = personal power. 

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Dr. Kerry Mitchell-Brown: LinkedIn | IG: @DrKerryMBrown

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2416 no     Core Values: How to Align Your Life, Build Trust, and Lead with Integrity Knowing your values is the key to building trust, creating meaningful connections, and maintaining integrity in everything you do. In this episode, I explore: How to identify your core values using simple reflection questions. Why living in alignment with your values builds confidence and peace of mind. How values strengthen trust and collaboration in teams, families, and communities. Practical strategies to help your team, organization, or family clarify and live by shared values. Challenge for the Week: Take time to reflect on your core values. Ask yourself: What do I want to be known for? When have I felt most proud or out of alignment? How can I live my values more consistently in my daily actions? Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 2025 80 Monique Russell Knowing your values is the key to building trust, creating meaningful connections, and maintaining integrity in everything you do. In this episode, I explore: How to identify your core values using simple reflection questions. Why living in alignment with your values builds confidence and peace of mind. How values strengthen trust and collaboration in teams, families, and communities. Practical strategies to help your team, organization, or family clarify and live by shared values. Challenge for the Week: Take time to reflect on your core values. Ask yourself: What do I want to be known for? When have I felt most proud or out of alignment? How can I live my values more consistently in my daily actions? Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Knowing your values is the key to building trust, creating meaningful connections, and maintaining integrity in everything you do.


    In this episode, I explore:

    • How to identify your core values using simple reflection questions.
    • Why living in alignment with your values builds confidence and peace of mind.
    • How values strengthen trust and collaboration in teams, families, and communities.
    • Practical strategies to help your team, organization, or family clarify and live by shared values.


    Challenge for the Week:

    Take time to reflect on your core values. Ask yourself:

    • What do I want to be known for?
    • When have I felt most proud or out of alignment?
    • How can I live my values more consistently in my daily actions?



    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     802 no     The Power of Consistency: Sustaining Growth in 2025 Welcome to the first episode of Bridge to U in 2025!  In this episode, I explore: Why Consistency Matters The Role of Habits Systems That Reinforce Habits The Power of Community Key Takeaways: “The connections you have are part of the solution.” Showing up for others creates a ripple effect of trust, healing, and progress. Habits are quiet yet powerful, compounding over time into extraordinary outcomes. Systems reduce pressure, making it easier to maintain consistency and avoid burnout. Community is the ultimate catalyst for transformation—don’t try to thrive in isolation. Your Challenge for 2025: Identify one person in your life who might need support. Reach out to them—not with advice or solutions, but with presence. Say, “Take your time,” or “I’m here if you need me.” Let them know they’re not alone. This episode will inspire you to: Recommit to small habits that drive lasting change. Build systems that make success inevitable. Lean into community as a source of strength and accountability. Let’s make 2025 the year we show up fully—for ourselves, for others, and for the communities we’re building. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 2046 79 Monique Russell Welcome to the first episode of Bridge to U in 2025!  In this episode, I explore: Why Consistency Matters The Role of Habits Systems That Reinforce Habits The Power of Community Key Takeaways: “The connections you have are part of the solution.” Showing up for others creates a ripple effect of trust, healing, and progress. Habits are quiet yet powerful, compounding over time into extraordinary outcomes. Systems reduce pressure, making it easier to maintain consistency and avoid burnout. Community is the ultimate catalyst for transformation—don’t try to thrive in isolation. Your Challenge for 2025: Identify one person in your life who might need support. Reach out to them—not with advice or solutions, but with presence. Say, “Take your time,” or “I’m here if you need me.” Let them know they’re not alone. This episode will inspire you to: Recommit to small habits that drive lasting change. Build systems that make success inevitable. Lean into community as a source of strength and accountability. Let’s make 2025 the year we show up fully—for ourselves, for others, and for the communities we’re building. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome to the first episode of Bridge to U in 2025! 


    In this episode, I explore:

    • Why Consistency Matters
    • The Role of Habits
    • Systems That Reinforce Habits
    • The Power of Community


    Key Takeaways:

    • “The connections you have are part of the solution.” Showing up for others creates a ripple effect of trust, healing, and progress.
    • Habits are quiet yet powerful, compounding over time into extraordinary outcomes.
    • Systems reduce pressure, making it easier to maintain consistency and avoid burnout.
    • Community is the ultimate catalyst for transformation—don’t try to thrive in isolation.


    Your Challenge for 2025:

    Identify one person in your life who might need support. Reach out to them—not with advice or solutions, but with presence. Say, “Take your time,” or “I’m here if you need me.” Let them know they’re not alone.

    This episode will inspire you to:

    • Recommit to small habits that drive lasting change.
    • Build systems that make success inevitable.
    • Lean into community as a source of strength and accountability.


    Let’s make 2025 the year we show up fully—for ourselves, for others, and for the communities we’re building.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     1553 no     The Misconception of Emotions and Vulnerability What does “home” truly mean when you've lived across cultures and continents, never quite fitting in? DEI and Emotional Intelligence expert Sunnee Samuel explores this question with Monique Russell, sharing her journey of discovering identity and belonging while growing up between Nigeria, India, and beyond. Sunnee reveals how reconciling her inner “home” taught her that true belonging starts within—by embracing the unique qualities that make us “different.” In this episode, we explore: The complexities of cultural identity Strength in embracing one’s unique qualities The essential role of Cultural Emotional Intelligence in bridging personal and professional worlds. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Sunee Samuel: LinkedIn | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 2024 54 Monique Russell What does “home” truly mean when you've lived across cultures and continents, never quite fitting in? DEI and Emotional Intelligence expert Sunnee Samuel explores this question with Monique Russell, sharing her journey of discovering identity and belonging while growing up between Nigeria, India, and beyond. Sunnee reveals how reconciling her inner “home” taught her that true belonging starts within—by embracing the unique qualities that make us “different.” In this episode, we explore: The complexities of cultural identity Strength in embracing one’s unique qualities The essential role of Cultural Emotional Intelligence in bridging personal and professional worlds. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Sunee Samuel: LinkedIn | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What does “home” truly mean when you've lived across cultures and continents, never quite fitting in? DEI and Emotional Intelligence expert Sunnee Samuel explores this question with Monique Russell, sharing her journey of discovering identity and belonging while growing up between Nigeria, India, and beyond. Sunnee reveals how reconciling her inner “home” taught her that true belonging starts within—by embracing the unique qualities that make us “different.”


    In this episode, we explore:


    1. The complexities of cultural identity
    2. Strength in embracing one’s unique qualities
    3. The essential role of Cultural Emotional Intelligence in bridging personal and professional worlds.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Sunee Samuel: LinkedIn | Website

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2523     Grounded in Nature: How Earth, Wind, Fire, Water and Space Shape Self-Love Jeanne Aguet, the founder, and owner of Loving Is Key, is a remarkable individual hailing from the beautiful country of Belize in Central America. Born with a passion for spreading love and making a positive impact, Jeanne's journey has been shaped by her deep-rooted belief in the power of love to change lives.   Growing up in Belize, Jeanne was exposed to the diverse cultures and vibrant communities that make the country so unique. This upbringing instilled in her a strong sense of compassion, empathy, and a desire to connect with others on a deep level. Inspired by the warmth and hospitality of her fellow Belizeans, Jeanne set out on a mission to share that love with the world.   Driven by her vision, Jeanne founded Loving Is Key, a platform dedicated to promoting love, kindness, and positivity not only to others, but first and foremost to self. Through various initiatives and projects, Jeanne and her team strive to create a world where love is at the forefront of every interaction. From organizing community events, wellness retreats, self-improvement workshops, Mindfulness Meditations, to collaborating with local organizations, Loving Is Key aims to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities.   Jeanne's leadership and passion have brought the mission of Loving Is Key to life. She leads by example, inspiring others to embrace self-love as a guiding principle in their own lives. Her dedication to promoting love and kindness has touched the hearts of many, making her a beloved figure in her community and beyond.   Beyond her role as the founder and owner of Loving Is Key, Jeanne is also a devoted advocate for social justice and equality. She actively supports causes that aim to uplift marginalized communities and works tirelessly to create a more inclusive society.   As Jeanne continues to spread love and kindness through her work, she remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for those who believe in the transformative power of self-love. Her journey from Belize to becoming the founder and owner of Loving Is Key is a testament to her unwavering commitment to making the world a better place, one act of love at a time. In this episode, we discuss: What it means to truly have Self-Love - knowing and accepting yourself, including all your imperfections How to engage in a continuous journey using the elements of earth, wind, fire, water and space The importance of cultural and spiritual influences and the connection of Self-love to Global Care Connect with Jeanne Aguet: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 2024 77 Monique Russell Jeanne Aguet, the founder, and owner of Loving Is Key, is a remarkable individual hailing from the beautiful country of Belize in Central America. Born with a passion for spreading love and making a positive impact, Jeanne's journey has been shaped by her deep-rooted belief in the power of love to change lives.   Growing up in Belize, Jeanne was exposed to the diverse cultures and vibrant communities that make the country so unique. This upbringing instilled in her a strong sense of compassion, empathy, and a desire to connect with others on a deep level. Inspired by the warmth and hospitality of her fellow Belizeans, Jeanne set out on a mission to share that love with the world.   Driven by her vision, Jeanne founded Loving Is Key, a platform dedicated to promoting love, kindness, and positivity not only to others, but first and foremost to self. Through various initiatives and projects, Jeanne and her team strive to create a world where love is at the forefront of every interaction. From organizing community events, wellness retreats, self-improvement workshops, Mindfulness Meditations, to collaborating with local organizations, Loving Is Key aims to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities.   Jeanne's leadership and passion have brought the mission of Loving Is Key to life. She leads by example, inspiring others to embrace self-love as a guiding principle in their own lives. Her dedication to promoting love and kindness has touched the hearts of many, making her a beloved figure in her community and beyond.   Beyond her role as the founder and owner of Loving Is Key, Jeanne is also a devoted advocate for social justice and equality. She actively supports causes that aim to uplift marginalized communities and works tirelessly to create a more inclusive society.   As Jeanne continues to spread love and kindness through her work, she remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for those who believe in the transformative power of self-love. Her journey from Belize to becoming the founder and owner of Loving Is Key is a testament to her unwavering commitment to making the world a better place, one act of love at a time. In this episode, we discuss: What it means to truly have Self-Love - knowing and accepting yourself, including all your imperfections How to engage in a continuous journey using the elements of earth, wind, fire, water and space The importance of cultural and spiritual influences and the connection of Self-love to Global Care Connect with Jeanne Aguet: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Jeanne Aguet, the founder, and owner of Loving Is Key, is a remarkable individual hailing from the beautiful country of Belize in Central America. Born with a passion for spreading love and making a positive impact, Jeanne's journey has been shaped by her deep-rooted belief in the power of love to change lives.

     

    Growing up in Belize, Jeanne was exposed to the diverse cultures and vibrant communities that make the country so unique. This upbringing instilled in her a strong sense of compassion, empathy, and a desire to connect with others on a deep level. Inspired by the warmth and hospitality of her fellow Belizeans, Jeanne set out on a mission to share that love with the world.

     

    Driven by her vision, Jeanne founded Loving Is Key, a platform dedicated to promoting love, kindness, and positivity not only to others, but first and foremost to self. Through various initiatives and projects, Jeanne and her team strive to create a world where love is at the forefront of every interaction. From organizing community events, wellness retreats, self-improvement workshops, Mindfulness Meditations, to collaborating with local organizations, Loving Is Key aims to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

     

    Jeanne's leadership and passion have brought the mission of Loving Is Key to life. She leads by example, inspiring others to embrace self-love as a guiding principle in their own lives. Her dedication to promoting love and kindness has touched the hearts of many, making her a beloved figure in her community and beyond.

     

    Beyond her role as the founder and owner of Loving Is Key, Jeanne is also a devoted advocate for social justice and equality. She actively supports causes that aim to uplift marginalized communities and works tirelessly to create a more inclusive society.

     

    As Jeanne continues to spread love and kindness through her work, she remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for those who believe in the transformative power of self-love. Her journey from Belize to becoming the founder and owner of Loving Is Key is a testament to her unwavering commitment to making the world a better place, one act of love at a time.


    In this episode, we discuss:

    • What it means to truly have Self-Love - knowing and accepting yourself, including all your imperfections
    • How to engage in a continuous journey using the elements of earth, wind, fire, water and space
    • The importance of cultural and spiritual influences and the connection of
    • Self-love to Global Care


    Connect with Jeanne Aguet: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2986     How to Develop A Continental Brand Trust, Cultural Diversity, Market differences, logistics and infrastructure are just a few challenges anyone will face when doing business across the continent of Africa. The complexity and diversity of the continent requires those seeking success to have a strong vision, and resilient foundation.  This is where Abiola Laseinde, CEO of Edniesal Consulting, the CIO Club and the CIO awards comes in. In this episode, we discuss: How her early experiences influenced her leadership style and approach The importance of nurturing and investing in relationships How her vision to honor IT professionals responsible for maintaining life and business during Covid, turned out to bring continental exposure, expansion and partner success How sharing the spotlight on others brings a greater reward Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Abiola Laseinde: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2024 76 Monique Russell Trust, Cultural Diversity, Market differences, logistics and infrastructure are just a few challenges anyone will face when doing business across the continent of Africa. The complexity and diversity of the continent requires those seeking success to have a strong vision, and resilient foundation.  This is where Abiola Laseinde, CEO of Edniesal Consulting, the CIO Club and the CIO awards comes in. In this episode, we discuss: How her early experiences influenced her leadership style and approach The importance of nurturing and investing in relationships How her vision to honor IT professionals responsible for maintaining life and business during Covid, turned out to bring continental exposure, expansion and partner success How sharing the spotlight on others brings a greater reward Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Abiola Laseinde: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Trust, Cultural Diversity, Market differences, logistics and infrastructure are just a few challenges anyone will face when doing business across the continent of Africa. The complexity and diversity of the continent requires those seeking success to have a strong vision, and resilient foundation. 


    This is where Abiola Laseinde, CEO of Edniesal Consulting, the CIO Club and the CIO awards comes in. In this episode, we discuss:


    1. How her early experiences influenced her leadership style and approach
    2. The importance of nurturing and investing in relationships
    3. How her vision to honor IT professionals responsible for maintaining life and business during Covid, turned out to bring continental exposure, expansion and partner success
    4. How sharing the spotlight on others brings a greater reward


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Abiola Laseinde: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     1712     Preparing for Change: Strategies for a Successful Transition in Any Aspect of Life Change, change, change! So many of us don’t like it, resist it, or are afraid of it. You could be: Starting a new job Starting or ending a relationship Moving to a new location Adopting new technology Getting older Becoming an empty nester Starting a new habit It’s all change, and it’s the one thing that is constant in all of our lives. Whether you're facing a personal crossroads or seeking to build resilience for future changes, this episode is packed with insights and tools to help you embrace transformation with confidence and grace.  In this episode: We'll explore how to reframe our perception of change by focusing on the benefits and outcomes it can bring. I'll share practical strategies like setting aside time for reflection, listening to our intuition, and leveraging the power of community to navigate change more smoothly.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2042 75 Monique Russell Change, change, change! So many of us don’t like it, resist it, or are afraid of it. You could be: Starting a new job Starting or ending a relationship Moving to a new location Adopting new technology Getting older Becoming an empty nester Starting a new habit It’s all change, and it’s the one thing that is constant in all of our lives. Whether you're facing a personal crossroads or seeking to build resilience for future changes, this episode is packed with insights and tools to help you embrace transformation with confidence and grace.  In this episode: We'll explore how to reframe our perception of change by focusing on the benefits and outcomes it can bring. I'll share practical strategies like setting aside time for reflection, listening to our intuition, and leveraging the power of community to navigate change more smoothly.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Change, change, change! So many of us don’t like it, resist it, or are afraid of it. You could be:

    • Starting a new job
    • Starting or ending a relationship
    • Moving to a new location
    • Adopting new technology
    • Getting older
    • Becoming an empty nester
    • Starting a new habit


    It’s all change, and it’s the one thing that is constant in all of our lives. Whether you're facing a personal crossroads or seeking to build resilience for future changes, this episode is packed with insights and tools to help you embrace transformation with confidence and grace. 


    In this episode:


    1. We'll explore how to reframe our perception of change by focusing on the benefits and outcomes it can bring.
    2. I'll share practical strategies like setting aside time for reflection, listening to our intuition, and leveraging the power of community to navigate change more smoothly. 



    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     1284     Becoming an Opportunity Maker: Character Traits of those who Succeed in Business and Corporate Many people wonder how to successfully blend corporate life and entrepreneurship, often believing they must choose one or the other to make a significant impact. What if there was a way to be impactful and successful regardless of your professional status or location? What if there was a way to navigate systemic barriers and still achieve success? In this episode, Paul shares essential transferable skills such as research, negotiation, empathy, and the importance of understanding others' perspectives as keys to success. Key takeaways include: Small Business Owners: Learn systems and structure. Ask yourself, "How can I help the company, and how can I help you personally?" Supplier Diversity Corporations: Be helpful and relevant, understanding that a small business may not be able to service the entire East Coast. Be realistic and avoid thinking too big just to check a box. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Follow the instructions in the episode to connect with Paul Adamson. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2024 58 Monique Russell Many people wonder how to successfully blend corporate life and entrepreneurship, often believing they must choose one or the other to make a significant impact. What if there was a way to be impactful and successful regardless of your professional status or location? What if there was a way to navigate systemic barriers and still achieve success? In this episode, Paul shares essential transferable skills such as research, negotiation, empathy, and the importance of understanding others' perspectives as keys to success. Key takeaways include: Small Business Owners: Learn systems and structure. Ask yourself, "How can I help the company, and how can I help you personally?" Supplier Diversity Corporations: Be helpful and relevant, understanding that a small business may not be able to service the entire East Coast. Be realistic and avoid thinking too big just to check a box. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Follow the instructions in the episode to connect with Paul Adamson. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Many people wonder how to successfully blend corporate life and entrepreneurship, often believing they must choose one or the other to make a significant impact. What if there was a way to be impactful and successful regardless of your professional status or location? What if there was a way to navigate systemic barriers and still achieve success?

    In this episode, Paul shares essential transferable skills such as research, negotiation, empathy, and the importance of understanding others' perspectives as keys to success.


    Key takeaways include:

    • Small Business Owners: Learn systems and structure. Ask yourself, "How can I help the company, and how can I help you personally?"
    • Supplier Diversity Corporations: Be helpful and relevant, understanding that a small business may not be able to service the entire East Coast. Be realistic and avoid thinking too big just to check a box.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Follow the instructions in the episode to connect with Paul Adamson.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2620     AI and Emotional Intelligence for Leadership Development In this episode, I discuss: The importance of self-advocacy and awareness in business collaboration How entrepreneurship supports belonging and inclusion at work How to use AI and Emotional Intelligence to increase your leadership and efficiency How to leverage professional development to avoid self-sabotage Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Emotional Intelligence for the Practical Leader Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Original Edition Understanding the Brain The Power of the Subconscious Mind The Principle of Sex Transmutation The Mastermind Principle Persistence Decisions Auto-Suggestion and Specialized Knowledge Faith Desire Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2024 73 Monique Russell In this episode, I discuss: The importance of self-advocacy and awareness in business collaboration How entrepreneurship supports belonging and inclusion at work How to use AI and Emotional Intelligence to increase your leadership and efficiency How to leverage professional development to avoid self-sabotage Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Emotional Intelligence for the Practical Leader Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Original Edition Understanding the Brain The Power of the Subconscious Mind The Principle of Sex Transmutation The Mastermind Principle Persistence Decisions Auto-Suggestion and Specialized Knowledge Faith Desire Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, I discuss:

    1. The importance of self-advocacy and awareness in business collaboration
    2. How entrepreneurship supports belonging and inclusion at work
    3. How to use AI and Emotional Intelligence to increase your leadership and efficiency
    4. How to leverage professional development to avoid self-sabotage


    Resources Mentioned in the Episode:



    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


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    ]]>     2387     Systematic Patience: Lifestyle Design for Financial and Time Freedom Maurice Philogene is a man who looks at the rules differently. He understands systems and structures in order to navigate them effectively and ethically in his pursuit of freedom. Whether it's travel hacking, working 3 jobs simultaneously, or becoming location independent, Maurice is a man who embraces the patience, consistency and discipline required to follow a vision, step outside the status quo and invest in what truly matters. He is a Real Estate Investor & Entrepreneur, Restaurant Owner, Explorer of 100 Countries, Public Servant (Federal Agent & Police Officer), Philanthropist and Lifestyle Design/Wealth Coach. A Founding Managing Partner of Quattro Capital with a passion for living life leveraging freedom principles - financial freedom, time freedom, geographic freedom, freedom of purpose and freedom of relationships. Maurice used real estate and professional careers to generate passive income and build legacy all while empowering communities and helping others live their best life now through lifestyle design. After a 17-year solo entrepreneurial journey, while simultaneously holding multiple careers, Maurice found success by breaking free from societal expectations and pursuit of traditional paths.  He highlights the significance of challenging the status quo and reshaping reality through consistent thoughts and actions. By believing that life is a practice, not a destination, Maurice encourages individuals to pursue the lifestyle they desire by consistently practicing it. His philosophy is to Try Life On. Maurice's deep-rooted philosophy of discipline, contentment with one's current situation, and doing life differently provides valuable insights for anyone wanting to live life on their own terms. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Maurice Philogene: LinkedIn | Website | Quattro Capital Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 72 Monique Russell Maurice Philogene is a man who looks at the rules differently. He understands systems and structures in order to navigate them effectively and ethically in his pursuit of freedom. Whether it's travel hacking, working 3 jobs simultaneously, or becoming location independent, Maurice is a man who embraces the patience, consistency and discipline required to follow a vision, step outside the status quo and invest in what truly matters. He is a Real Estate Investor & Entrepreneur, Restaurant Owner, Explorer of 100 Countries, Public Servant (Federal Agent & Police Officer), Philanthropist and Lifestyle Design/Wealth Coach. A Founding Managing Partner of Quattro Capital with a passion for living life leveraging freedom principles - financial freedom, time freedom, geographic freedom, freedom of purpose and freedom of relationships. Maurice used real estate and professional careers to generate passive income and build legacy all while empowering communities and helping others live their best life now through lifestyle design. After a 17-year solo entrepreneurial journey, while simultaneously holding multiple careers, Maurice found success by breaking free from societal expectations and pursuit of traditional paths.  He highlights the significance of challenging the status quo and reshaping reality through consistent thoughts and actions. By believing that life is a practice, not a destination, Maurice encourages individuals to pursue the lifestyle they desire by consistently practicing it. His philosophy is to Try Life On. Maurice's deep-rooted philosophy of discipline, contentment with one's current situation, and doing life differently provides valuable insights for anyone wanting to live life on their own terms. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Maurice Philogene: LinkedIn | Website | Quattro Capital Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Maurice Philogene is a man who looks at the rules differently. He understands systems and structures in order to navigate them effectively and ethically in his pursuit of freedom. Whether it's travel hacking, working 3 jobs simultaneously, or becoming location independent, Maurice is a man who embraces the patience, consistency and discipline required to follow a vision, step outside the status quo and invest in what truly matters.

    He is a Real Estate Investor & Entrepreneur, Restaurant Owner, Explorer of 100 Countries, Public Servant (Federal Agent & Police Officer), Philanthropist and Lifestyle Design/Wealth Coach. A Founding Managing Partner of Quattro Capital with a passion for living life leveraging freedom principles - financial freedom, time freedom, geographic freedom, freedom of purpose and freedom of relationships. Maurice used real estate and professional careers to generate passive income and build legacy all while empowering communities and helping others live their best life now through lifestyle design.

    After a 17-year solo entrepreneurial journey, while simultaneously holding multiple careers, Maurice found success by breaking free from societal expectations and pursuit of traditional paths.  He highlights the significance of challenging the status quo and reshaping reality through consistent thoughts and actions. By believing that life is a practice, not a destination, Maurice encourages individuals to pursue the lifestyle they desire by consistently practicing it. His philosophy is to Try Life On. Maurice's deep-rooted philosophy of discipline, contentment with one's current situation, and doing life differently provides valuable insights for anyone wanting to live life on their own terms.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Maurice Philogene: LinkedIn | Website | Quattro Capital

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     2056     Finding the Pace of Peace: Reframing Rejection and Building Resilience Dr. Kamilah Majied is a mental health therapist, clinical educator, researcher, and consultant on advancing equity and inclusion using meditative practices. Drawing from her decades of contemplative practice and leadership, Dr. Majied engages people in experiencing wonder, humor, and insight through transforming oppressive patterns and deepening relationships toward ever-improving individual, familial, organizational, and communal wellness. In our latest episode, Dr. Kamilah Majied and Monique Russell delve deep into the vital topic of unity and diversity within black cultures. The enlightening conversation touched on strategies to overcome internalized racism, the impact of colonialism, and the importance of rejecting a mindset of false competition and scarcity. Dr. Majied shared valuable insights on navigating relationships with individuals who may not be on a path of awareness and insight, emphasizing the significance of creating space from harmful and negatively competitive influences.  She also explores the power of gratitude in fostering resilience and navigating life's challenges. Dr. Kamilah Majied's discussion on the neurobiological impact of gratitude and the concept of not letting life become a complaint department but instead turning it into a gratitude department provided profound food for thought. The conversation culminated in a rich exploration of reframing rejection as an opportunity for growth and instilling resilience and positivity, as well as the value of slowing down and experiencing life at the "pace of peace." Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr.Kamilah Majied : Facebook| Instagram  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 May 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2024 71 Monique Russell Dr. Kamilah Majied is a mental health therapist, clinical educator, researcher, and consultant on advancing equity and inclusion using meditative practices. Drawing from her decades of contemplative practice and leadership, Dr. Majied engages people in experiencing wonder, humor, and insight through transforming oppressive patterns and deepening relationships toward ever-improving individual, familial, organizational, and communal wellness. In our latest episode, Dr. Kamilah Majied and Monique Russell delve deep into the vital topic of unity and diversity within black cultures. The enlightening conversation touched on strategies to overcome internalized racism, the impact of colonialism, and the importance of rejecting a mindset of false competition and scarcity. Dr. Majied shared valuable insights on navigating relationships with individuals who may not be on a path of awareness and insight, emphasizing the significance of creating space from harmful and negatively competitive influences.  She also explores the power of gratitude in fostering resilience and navigating life's challenges. Dr. Kamilah Majied's discussion on the neurobiological impact of gratitude and the concept of not letting life become a complaint department but instead turning it into a gratitude department provided profound food for thought. The conversation culminated in a rich exploration of reframing rejection as an opportunity for growth and instilling resilience and positivity, as well as the value of slowing down and experiencing life at the "pace of peace." Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr.Kamilah Majied : Facebook| Instagram  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Kamilah Majied is a mental health therapist, clinical educator, researcher, and consultant on advancing equity and inclusion using meditative practices. Drawing from her decades of contemplative practice and leadership, Dr. Majied engages people in experiencing wonder, humor, and insight through transforming oppressive patterns and deepening relationships toward ever-improving individual, familial, organizational, and communal wellness.


    In our latest episode, Dr. Kamilah Majied and Monique Russell delve deep into the vital topic of unity and diversity within black cultures. The enlightening conversation touched on strategies to overcome internalized racism, the impact of colonialism, and the importance of rejecting a mindset of false competition and scarcity.

    Dr. Majied shared valuable insights on navigating relationships with individuals who may not be on a path of awareness and insight, emphasizing the significance of creating space from harmful and negatively competitive influences. 

    She also explores the power of gratitude in fostering resilience and navigating life's challenges. Dr. Kamilah Majied's discussion on the neurobiological impact of gratitude and the concept of not letting life become a complaint department but instead turning it into a gratitude department provided profound food for thought.

    The conversation culminated in a rich exploration of reframing rejection as an opportunity for growth and instilling resilience and positivity, as well as the value of slowing down and experiencing life at the "pace of peace."


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Dr.Kamilah Majied : Facebook| Instagram 

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     2097     The Inclusive Supply Chain: Supplier Diversity, Technology and Relationship Management A global business professional and avid traveler, Dyci completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia and received her graduate degree from Kennesaw State University. As a fluent Spanish and Italian speaker, she leverages her liberal arts background, multilingual skills and technical education to lead project teams across geographical regions, drive user adoption of digital business tools, and uncover new ways of working to improve organizational productivity and efficiency. Her expertise lies in business process improvement as it relates to manufacturing and industrialized construction operations, sales and operations planning, change leadership and management, and cross-functional collaboration across the value chain.  As a digital operations consultant, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing to guide executives and business owners through supply chain operations process improvement to ensure profitable and sustainable growth. She is committed to helping businesses improve their ways of working, productivity, quality and profit margins by adopting digital technologies – and upskilling and reskilling their workforce along the way, creating fulfilling career paths in the digital supply chain and advanced manufacturing for underrepresented employee groups. As a construction consultant and advisor, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing, supply chain and manufacturing operations, and software technology to guide real estate investors and developers on execution of construction projects leveraging digital tools, off-site building systems, and AI. She is committed to connecting innovative developers and investors with the economic development teams, industrialized construction partners, technology vendors and the supply chain and logistics providers required to build faster, more sustainably, and with better quality. In this episode, we discuss: How Dyci Sfregola's background in public policy and public affairs influences her role in supply chain, the importance of people skills and relationship-building How technology plays a role in increasing diversity in a company's supplier base Ways AI can be utilized to reduce bias in the procurement process and promote supplier diversity Strategies to empower employees to take ownership of digital initiatives and build a digital acceptance culture  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dyci Sfregolal: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2024 70 Monique Russell A global business professional and avid traveler, Dyci completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia and received her graduate degree from Kennesaw State University. As a fluent Spanish and Italian speaker, she leverages her liberal arts background, multilingual skills and technical education to lead project teams across geographical regions, drive user adoption of digital business tools, and uncover new ways of working to improve organizational productivity and efficiency. Her expertise lies in business process improvement as it relates to manufacturing and industrialized construction operations, sales and operations planning, change leadership and management, and cross-functional collaboration across the value chain.  As a digital operations consultant, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing to guide executives and business owners through supply chain operations process improvement to ensure profitable and sustainable growth. She is committed to helping businesses improve their ways of working, productivity, quality and profit margins by adopting digital technologies – and upskilling and reskilling their workforce along the way, creating fulfilling career paths in the digital supply chain and advanced manufacturing for underrepresented employee groups. As a construction consultant and advisor, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing, supply chain and manufacturing operations, and software technology to guide real estate investors and developers on execution of construction projects leveraging digital tools, off-site building systems, and AI. She is committed to connecting innovative developers and investors with the economic development teams, industrialized construction partners, technology vendors and the supply chain and logistics providers required to build faster, more sustainably, and with better quality. In this episode, we discuss: How Dyci Sfregola's background in public policy and public affairs influences her role in supply chain, the importance of people skills and relationship-building How technology plays a role in increasing diversity in a company's supplier base Ways AI can be utilized to reduce bias in the procurement process and promote supplier diversity Strategies to empower employees to take ownership of digital initiatives and build a digital acceptance culture  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dyci Sfregolal: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A global business professional and avid traveler, Dyci completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia and received her graduate degree from Kennesaw State University. As a fluent Spanish and Italian speaker, she leverages her liberal arts background, multilingual skills and technical education to lead project teams across geographical regions, drive user adoption of digital business tools, and uncover new ways of working to improve organizational productivity and efficiency. Her expertise lies in business process improvement as it relates to manufacturing and industrialized construction operations, sales and operations planning, change leadership and management, and cross-functional collaboration across the value chain. 

    As a digital operations consultant, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing to guide executives and business owners through supply chain operations process improvement to ensure profitable and sustainable growth. She is committed to helping businesses improve their ways of working, productivity, quality and profit margins by adopting digital technologies – and upskilling and reskilling their workforce along the way, creating fulfilling career paths in the digital supply chain and advanced manufacturing for underrepresented employee groups.

    As a construction consultant and advisor, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing, supply chain and manufacturing operations, and software technology to guide real estate investors and developers on execution of construction projects leveraging digital tools, off-site building systems, and AI. She is committed to connecting innovative developers and investors with the economic development teams, industrialized construction partners, technology vendors and the supply chain and logistics providers required to build faster, more sustainably, and with better quality.


    In this episode, we discuss:

    1. How Dyci Sfregola's background in public policy and public affairs influences her role in supply chain, the importance of people skills and relationship-building
    2. How technology plays a role in increasing diversity in a company's supplier base
    3. Ways AI can be utilized to reduce bias in the procurement process and promote supplier diversity
    4. Strategies to empower employees to take ownership of digital initiatives and build a digital acceptance culture 


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Dyci Sfregolal: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2640     Social Influence: Why Vocal Ability and Vocal Flexibility Matters Have you ever given much thought to your vocal identity? The way you feel you sound, or the way you think you sound to others influences the level of confidence you show when you communicate. It all starts with your inner ear. In this episode, my guest dives deep into vocal health, why we should not use accent reduction but instead accent related communication, and why verbal agility is a tool for communication success. Shulunda Gibson, MA, CCC-SLP is the Founder and Chief Voice Whisperer of  The Speech & Voice Care Center, a private voice therapy and speaking voice coaching practice for professional voice users based in Houston. In her career spanning two decades, Gibson has successfully helped thousands of communicators globally to heal, love, and unleash their voices and share their messages with confidence to those who need it most.  Through her Voice Print methodology, Shulunda equips and empowers world-class speakers and leaders to elevate their authentic voices, safeguard their vocal health, find harmony, and get grounded as they increase their income and impact. She is expanding her footprint as a newbie in the tech space, as the developer of an up and coming vocal health and voice coaching  app for professional speakers.  With a culturally responsive approach to service delivery, Gibson fosters confidence, collaboration, connection, and authentic communication In this episode we discuss: Accent Related Communication and Communication Styles: Respect diverse communication styles and accents. Vocal Coaching and its Career Impact: Vocal coaching enhances career leadership potential. Comprehensive Vocal Health: Hydration, stress management, and vocal technique. Vocal Identity and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding communication from an emotional intelligence perspective. Voice as Currency: Viewing the voice as energy for effective communication. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Shulunda Gibson: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 2024 69 Monique Russell Have you ever given much thought to your vocal identity? The way you feel you sound, or the way you think you sound to others influences the level of confidence you show when you communicate. It all starts with your inner ear. In this episode, my guest dives deep into vocal health, why we should not use accent reduction but instead accent related communication, and why verbal agility is a tool for communication success. Shulunda Gibson, MA, CCC-SLP is the Founder and Chief Voice Whisperer of  The Speech & Voice Care Center, a private voice therapy and speaking voice coaching practice for professional voice users based in Houston. In her career spanning two decades, Gibson has successfully helped thousands of communicators globally to heal, love, and unleash their voices and share their messages with confidence to those who need it most.  Through her Voice Print methodology, Shulunda equips and empowers world-class speakers and leaders to elevate their authentic voices, safeguard their vocal health, find harmony, and get grounded as they increase their income and impact. She is expanding her footprint as a newbie in the tech space, as the developer of an up and coming vocal health and voice coaching  app for professional speakers.  With a culturally responsive approach to service delivery, Gibson fosters confidence, collaboration, connection, and authentic communication In this episode we discuss: Accent Related Communication and Communication Styles: Respect diverse communication styles and accents. Vocal Coaching and its Career Impact: Vocal coaching enhances career leadership potential. Comprehensive Vocal Health: Hydration, stress management, and vocal technique. Vocal Identity and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding communication from an emotional intelligence perspective. Voice as Currency: Viewing the voice as energy for effective communication. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Shulunda Gibson: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever given much thought to your vocal identity? The way you feel you sound, or the way you think you sound to others influences the level of confidence you show when you communicate. It all starts with your inner ear. In this episode, my guest dives deep into vocal health, why we should not use accent reduction but instead accent related communication, and why verbal agility is a tool for communication success.

    Shulunda Gibson, MA, CCC-SLP is the Founder and Chief Voice Whisperer of  The Speech & Voice Care Center, a private voice therapy and speaking voice coaching practice for professional voice users based in Houston. In her career spanning two decades, Gibson has successfully helped thousands of communicators globally to heal, love, and unleash their voices and share their messages with confidence to those who need it most. 

    Through her Voice Print methodology, Shulunda equips and empowers world-class speakers and leaders to elevate their authentic voices, safeguard their vocal health, find harmony, and get grounded as they increase their income and impact. She is expanding her footprint as a newbie in the tech space, as the developer of an up and coming vocal health and voice coaching  app for professional speakers. 

    With a culturally responsive approach to service delivery, Gibson fosters confidence, collaboration, connection, and authentic communication


    In this episode we discuss:

    1. Accent Related Communication and Communication Styles: Respect diverse communication styles and accents.
    2. Vocal Coaching and its Career Impact: Vocal coaching enhances career leadership potential.
    3. Comprehensive Vocal Health: Hydration, stress management, and vocal technique.
    4. Vocal Identity and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding communication from an emotional intelligence perspective.
    5. Voice as Currency: Viewing the voice as energy for effective communication.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Shulunda Gibson: LinkedIn | Instagram

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2660     Fatigue and Communication: Your Biggest Threat to Communication Effectiveness In this episode, I discuss the importance of Cultural Agility, why we need to focus on it, and why fatigue is the biggest threat to your effective communication success. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 2024 68 Monique Russell In this episode, I discuss the importance of Cultural Agility, why we need to focus on it, and why fatigue is the biggest threat to your effective communication success. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, I discuss the importance of Cultural Agility, why we need to focus on it, and why fatigue is the biggest threat to your effective communication success.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     908     Managing a Virtual and Distributed Workforce Marcus Haynes is an entrepreneur based in Brooklyn. He is the President and Founder of RH1 Consulting, LLC a Human Resources consulting firm. RH1 helps companies improve their people strategies and processes so that they can scale more effectively. He was raised by West Indian parents in several African countries, including Zambia, Kenya and South Africa where he graduated from high school. He then returned to the US to attend college. Marcus is a former professional Volleyball player who is still very much into fitness and sports. He loves to travel especially to Europe and the Caribbean and does so as often as possible. He plans to return to Africa soon to allow his family to experience his very special upbringing.  We talk about how: Diversity goes beyond the surface. It requires us to be truly open to learning about each other and genuine. Managers who struggle to lead diverse teams may not be ready, and are often promoted too fast. It is a slow process to develop and prepare someone to lead people.  Our childhood experiences influence our professional development perspectives, and outlook.  Nurturing family traditions such as fishing trips create lasting memories while appreciating the beauty found in nature. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Marcus Haynes: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 2024 67 Monique Russell Marcus Haynes is an entrepreneur based in Brooklyn. He is the President and Founder of RH1 Consulting, LLC a Human Resources consulting firm. RH1 helps companies improve their people strategies and processes so that they can scale more effectively. He was raised by West Indian parents in several African countries, including Zambia, Kenya and South Africa where he graduated from high school. He then returned to the US to attend college. Marcus is a former professional Volleyball player who is still very much into fitness and sports. He loves to travel especially to Europe and the Caribbean and does so as often as possible. He plans to return to Africa soon to allow his family to experience his very special upbringing.  We talk about how: Diversity goes beyond the surface. It requires us to be truly open to learning about each other and genuine. Managers who struggle to lead diverse teams may not be ready, and are often promoted too fast. It is a slow process to develop and prepare someone to lead people.  Our childhood experiences influence our professional development perspectives, and outlook.  Nurturing family traditions such as fishing trips create lasting memories while appreciating the beauty found in nature. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Marcus Haynes: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Marcus Haynes is an entrepreneur based in Brooklyn. He is the President and Founder of RH1 Consulting, LLC a Human Resources consulting firm. RH1 helps companies improve their people strategies and processes so that they can scale more effectively.

    He was raised by West Indian parents in several African countries, including Zambia, Kenya and South Africa where he graduated from high school. He then returned to the US to attend college.

    Marcus is a former professional Volleyball player who is still very much into fitness and sports. He loves to travel especially to Europe and the Caribbean and does so as often as possible. He plans to return to Africa soon to allow his family to experience his very special upbringing. 


    We talk about how:

    • Diversity goes beyond the surface. It requires us to be truly open to learning about each other and genuine.
    • Managers who struggle to lead diverse teams may not be ready, and are often promoted too fast. It is a slow process to develop and prepare someone to lead people. 
    • Our childhood experiences influence our professional development perspectives, and outlook. 
    • Nurturing family traditions such as fishing trips create lasting memories while appreciating the beauty found in nature.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Marcus Haynes: LinkedIn

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     1846     Powering Progress: Leapfrogging Technology in Healthcare for Developing Nations and Africa Peta-Gaye Philpot is a seasoned healthcare leader with a proven track record in driving digital transformation and optimizing health systems. Recognized for strategic thinking, exceptional program management, and the ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams. Committed to revolutionizing healthcare by leveraging technology and operational expertise.  For more than 15 years, Peta-Gaye has provided sound guidance to such renowned health organizations such as the CDC, Mount Sinai, Kaiser Permanente and many others. Peta-Gaye is currently the principal of Transformational IQ Partners specializing in transformation and program management. Hailing originally from Jamaica, Peta-Gaye has long been committed to helping marginalized communities’ champion modern technology to revolutionize medical care and create healthier, happier populations. Peta-Gaye approaches each transformation initiative like a puzzle—applying Lean, Agile and Waterfall methodologies to form faster, stronger, life-saving operations powered by confident, skilled workforces. In this episode, we discuss how digital and cultural transformation start at the foundational level of change. Before you can begin to implement new technologies, systems or processes, you must start with a deeper dive into culture. Ask questions that allow you to extract more data so you can create a truly sustainable impact. While some developing countries may be behind in technologies, the opportunity exists to leapfrog. Leapfrogging is the notion that nations can bypass traditional stages of development to jump directly to the latest technology. For this to be possible, educating policy-makers on the opportunities is a must. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Peta-Gaye Philpot: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 2023 66 Monique Russell Peta-Gaye Philpot is a seasoned healthcare leader with a proven track record in driving digital transformation and optimizing health systems. Recognized for strategic thinking, exceptional program management, and the ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams. Committed to revolutionizing healthcare by leveraging technology and operational expertise.  For more than 15 years, Peta-Gaye has provided sound guidance to such renowned health organizations such as the CDC, Mount Sinai, Kaiser Permanente and many others. Peta-Gaye is currently the principal of Transformational IQ Partners specializing in transformation and program management. Hailing originally from Jamaica, Peta-Gaye has long been committed to helping marginalized communities’ champion modern technology to revolutionize medical care and create healthier, happier populations. Peta-Gaye approaches each transformation initiative like a puzzle—applying Lean, Agile and Waterfall methodologies to form faster, stronger, life-saving operations powered by confident, skilled workforces. In this episode, we discuss how digital and cultural transformation start at the foundational level of change. Before you can begin to implement new technologies, systems or processes, you must start with a deeper dive into culture. Ask questions that allow you to extract more data so you can create a truly sustainable impact. While some developing countries may be behind in technologies, the opportunity exists to leapfrog. Leapfrogging is the notion that nations can bypass traditional stages of development to jump directly to the latest technology. For this to be possible, educating policy-makers on the opportunities is a must. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Peta-Gaye Philpot: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Peta-Gaye Philpot is a seasoned healthcare leader with a proven track record in driving digital transformation and optimizing health systems. Recognized for strategic thinking, exceptional program management, and the ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams. Committed to revolutionizing healthcare by leveraging technology and operational expertise. 

    For more than 15 years, Peta-Gaye has provided sound guidance to such renowned health organizations such as the CDC, Mount Sinai, Kaiser Permanente and many others. Peta-Gaye is currently the principal of Transformational IQ Partners specializing in transformation and program management. Hailing originally from Jamaica, Peta-Gaye has long been committed to helping marginalized communities’ champion modern technology to revolutionize medical care and create healthier, happier populations. Peta-Gaye approaches each transformation initiative like a puzzle—applying Lean, Agile and Waterfall methodologies to form faster, stronger, life-saving operations powered by confident, skilled workforces.

    In this episode, we discuss how digital and cultural transformation start at the foundational level of change. Before you can begin to implement new technologies, systems or processes, you must start with a deeper dive into culture. Ask questions that allow you to extract more data so you can create a truly sustainable impact. While some developing countries may be behind in technologies, the opportunity exists to leapfrog. Leapfrogging is the notion that nations can bypass traditional stages of development to jump directly to the latest technology. For this to be possible, educating policy-makers on the opportunities is a must.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Peta-Gaye Philpot: LinkedIn

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

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    ]]>     2449     The Right Way to Leverage Employee Resource Groups/ Engage Corporate and Community Partnerships with Employee Resource Groups This episode's guest is Tennille Cooley. She is the founder of The C.L. Collective is a leading project management and program management consulting firm, dedicated to guiding organizations towards unparalleled success. Tennille is also a proud board member of the Black Employee Network, one of Coca-Cola's Inclusion networks, where she serves as the Ambassador and Community Liaison. Sorority groups on college campuses can provide a foundation for belonging and community partnerships. It’s where Tennille Cooley’s love for corporate/ community partnerships began. From raising funds for community causes, hosting food drives and walks to leading and advising the Black Employee Network Employee Resource Group at Coca-Cola, breaking down internal silos, and hosting local business owners at the company headquarters, she does it all. Tennille’s prowess is a blueprint on how ERGs fill multiple needs of belonging, creativity and innovation and collaboration. She says the skills she leverages to manage and lead high complexity projects like these are: Passion and Perseverance Sales to be able to sell the vision Project Management and Organization Problem-Solving and  Collaboration Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Tennille Cooley: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Monique Russell This episode's guest is Tennille Cooley. She is the founder of The C.L. Collective is a leading project management and program management consulting firm, dedicated to guiding organizations towards unparalleled success. Tennille is also a proud board member of the Black Employee Network, one of Coca-Cola's Inclusion networks, where she serves as the Ambassador and Community Liaison. Sorority groups on college campuses can provide a foundation for belonging and community partnerships. It’s where Tennille Cooley’s love for corporate/ community partnerships began. From raising funds for community causes, hosting food drives and walks to leading and advising the Black Employee Network Employee Resource Group at Coca-Cola, breaking down internal silos, and hosting local business owners at the company headquarters, she does it all. Tennille’s prowess is a blueprint on how ERGs fill multiple needs of belonging, creativity and innovation and collaboration. She says the skills she leverages to manage and lead high complexity projects like these are: Passion and Perseverance Sales to be able to sell the vision Project Management and Organization Problem-Solving and  Collaboration Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Tennille Cooley: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This episode's guest is Tennille Cooley. She is the founder of The C.L. Collective is a leading project management and program management consulting firm, dedicated to guiding organizations towards unparalleled success. Tennille is also a proud board member of the Black Employee Network, one of Coca-Cola's Inclusion networks, where she serves as the Ambassador and Community Liaison.

    Sorority groups on college campuses can provide a foundation for belonging and community partnerships. It’s where Tennille Cooley’s love for corporate/ community partnerships began. From raising funds for community causes, hosting food drives and walks to leading and advising the Black Employee Network Employee Resource Group at Coca-Cola, breaking down internal silos, and hosting local business owners at the company headquarters, she does it all. Tennille’s prowess is a blueprint on how ERGs fill multiple needs of belonging, creativity and innovation and collaboration. She says the skills she leverages to manage and lead high complexity projects like these are:

    • Passion and Perseverance
    • Sales to be able to sell the vision
    • Project Management and Organization
    • Problem-Solving and 
    • Collaboration


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Tennille Cooley: LinkedIn

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     2341     Sales, EQ and IQ: The Upskilling Playbook for Gen Z workers What does reverse mentorship, sales bootcamps, pitch decks presentations and Carpentry have to do with upskilling employees entering the workforce in their first or second jobs? According to my interview with Marlon Addison, everything. These learning experiences provided with the necessary skills that allowed him to advocate for himself at work, and strengthen soft skills. Wisdom from Marlon Addison on how to facilitate multi-generational communication and collaboration: Know who you are Meet weekly on purpose Don’t get caught off guard Be sincere and Have gratitude. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Marlon Addison: LinkedIn | X - @MarlonMentors Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 64 Monique Russell What does reverse mentorship, sales bootcamps, pitch decks presentations and Carpentry have to do with upskilling employees entering the workforce in their first or second jobs? According to my interview with Marlon Addison, everything. These learning experiences provided with the necessary skills that allowed him to advocate for himself at work, and strengthen soft skills. Wisdom from Marlon Addison on how to facilitate multi-generational communication and collaboration: Know who you are Meet weekly on purpose Don’t get caught off guard Be sincere and Have gratitude. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Marlon Addison: LinkedIn | X - @MarlonMentors Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What does reverse mentorship, sales bootcamps, pitch decks presentations and Carpentry have to do with upskilling employees entering the workforce in their first or second jobs? According to my interview with Marlon Addison, everything. These learning experiences provided with the necessary skills that allowed him to advocate for himself at work, and strengthen soft skills.


    Wisdom from Marlon Addison on how to facilitate multi-generational communication and collaboration:

    1. Know who you are
    2. Meet weekly on purpose
    3. Don’t get caught off guard
    4. Be sincere and
    5. Have gratitude.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Marlon Addison: LinkedIn | X - @MarlonMentors

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     2448     Balancing Corporate Jobs and Entrepreneurship In this episode, I discuss: take you on a journey through the conferences I attended this year, all centered around women's leadership and entrepreneurship. Key takeaways from this event and others: the power of body language.  Pull back the curtain on my personal coaching experience that provided me with invaluable insights and coaching to enhance my leadership and business skills Finally, I delve into the trends and shifts I've observed in the marketplace, particularly for black women. I emphasize the importance of promoting and retaining this demographic in the workplace and dispel any notion of division. We're all in this together, striving for inclusivity and success. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 63 Monique Russell In this episode, I discuss: take you on a journey through the conferences I attended this year, all centered around women's leadership and entrepreneurship. Key takeaways from this event and others: the power of body language.  Pull back the curtain on my personal coaching experience that provided me with invaluable insights and coaching to enhance my leadership and business skills Finally, I delve into the trends and shifts I've observed in the marketplace, particularly for black women. I emphasize the importance of promoting and retaining this demographic in the workplace and dispel any notion of division. We're all in this together, striving for inclusivity and success. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, I discuss:

    1. take you on a journey through the conferences I attended this year, all centered around women's leadership and entrepreneurship.
    2. Key takeaways from this event and others: the power of body language.
    3.  Pull back the curtain on my personal coaching experience that provided me with invaluable insights and coaching to enhance my leadership and business skills
    4. Finally, I delve into the trends and shifts I've observed in the marketplace, particularly for black women. I emphasize the importance of promoting and retaining this demographic in the workplace and dispel any notion of division. We're all in this together, striving for inclusivity and success.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     1330     Leading in Crisis: Innovation| Entrepreneurship & Resilience Can we customize wellness programs in the organizational workplace? Dr. Shenè says we should. It’s important to encourage employees to invest in their well-being and this can only be done through having 1:1 conversations. Everyone is different and what one needs, another may not. There is a connection to wellness, and being in a safe environment to work in. About Dr. Shenè Dr. Beckford is an Industrial and Organizational Practitioner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy and a Master of Science degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Capella University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Psychology from the University of Miami. Her research and practice interests span a wide range of topics, including Learning and Organizational Development, Talent Management, Coaching, Leadership Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, Systems Orientation, Data Analytics, and Adult Education. Connect with Dr. Shenè Marsh-Beckford: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Twitter Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 62 Monique Russell Can we customize wellness programs in the organizational workplace? Dr. Shenè says we should. It’s important to encourage employees to invest in their well-being and this can only be done through having 1:1 conversations. Everyone is different and what one needs, another may not. There is a connection to wellness, and being in a safe environment to work in. About Dr. Shenè Dr. Beckford is an Industrial and Organizational Practitioner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy and a Master of Science degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Capella University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Psychology from the University of Miami. Her research and practice interests span a wide range of topics, including Learning and Organizational Development, Talent Management, Coaching, Leadership Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, Systems Orientation, Data Analytics, and Adult Education. Connect with Dr. Shenè Marsh-Beckford: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Twitter Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Can we customize wellness programs in the organizational workplace? Dr. Shenè says we should. It’s important to encourage employees to invest in their well-being and this can only be done through having 1:1 conversations. Everyone is different and what one needs, another may not. There is a connection to wellness, and being in a safe environment to work in.


    About Dr. Shenè

    Dr. Beckford is an Industrial and Organizational Practitioner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy and a Master of Science degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Capella University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Psychology from the University of Miami. Her research and practice interests span a wide range of topics, including Learning and Organizational Development, Talent Management, Coaching, Leadership Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, Systems Orientation, Data Analytics, and Adult Education.


    Connect with Dr. Shenè Marsh-Beckford: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Twitter

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    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

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    ]]>     2146     Disruptors in the Consulting Industry Mike Chapman is a Senior Partner at Kearney, a global management consulting firm, and is based out of its Washington, D.C. office. Mike serves as the Media practice lead for the Americas region as part of Kearney’s Communications, Media & Technology (CMT) global industry practice. He also serves as the Partner lead for the CMT Americas marketing and is accountable for thought leadership and marketing events for the practice. In this episode, we discuss: How Mike’s non-traditional background propelled him to strategy consulting success How client expectations are driving industry changes for women in consulting How setting boundaries, asking for upward mobility, and being a problem-solving partner internally will keep you fulfilled. How to develop a vision that aligns with the marketplace to direct your growth or pivot Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Mike Chapman: LinkedIn  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 61 Monique Russell Mike Chapman is a Senior Partner at Kearney, a global management consulting firm, and is based out of its Washington, D.C. office. Mike serves as the Media practice lead for the Americas region as part of Kearney’s Communications, Media & Technology (CMT) global industry practice. He also serves as the Partner lead for the CMT Americas marketing and is accountable for thought leadership and marketing events for the practice. In this episode, we discuss: How Mike’s non-traditional background propelled him to strategy consulting success How client expectations are driving industry changes for women in consulting How setting boundaries, asking for upward mobility, and being a problem-solving partner internally will keep you fulfilled. How to develop a vision that aligns with the marketplace to direct your growth or pivot Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Mike Chapman: LinkedIn  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mike Chapman is a Senior Partner at Kearney, a global management consulting firm, and is based out of its Washington, D.C. office. Mike serves as the Media practice lead for the Americas region as part of Kearney’s Communications, Media & Technology (CMT) global industry practice. He also serves as the Partner lead for the CMT Americas marketing and is accountable for thought leadership and marketing events for the practice.


    In this episode, we discuss:

    1. How Mike’s non-traditional background propelled him to strategy consulting success
    2. How client expectations are driving industry changes for women in consulting
    3. How setting boundaries, asking for upward mobility, and being a problem-solving partner internally will keep you fulfilled.
    4. How to develop a vision that aligns with the marketplace to direct your growth or pivot


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Mike Chapman: LinkedIn 

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ]]>     2116     Active Listening Strategies from a Kenyan Safari Expert The brain drain in a company or country often comes when people want a better life, they find it, and rarely do they return to their country of origin. Not Reshma Aziz Khan. Her mission and desire to create impact was too strong to not return from Canada. She also didn’t want to leave her mom alone. This Safari (journey) led her to create her own Consulting firm where she integrates nature in personal development to help leaders become better listeners, and hold space for others.  Reshma is a Catalytic Leadership Coach and Global Facilitator with experience in Communications for Development, Change Management, Strategy alignment , Cultural Connection, Social Inclusion, Diversity and Power Dynamics facilitation work, and Future Visioning. She supports individuals and teams to reach their highest potential, whatever that may mean for them, and to be a force of good in the world! To become a more effective listener right now, practice giving distraction-free, generative attention and noticeable respect to the party.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Reshma Aziz Khan: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 60 Monique Russell The brain drain in a company or country often comes when people want a better life, they find it, and rarely do they return to their country of origin. Not Reshma Aziz Khan. Her mission and desire to create impact was too strong to not return from Canada. She also didn’t want to leave her mom alone. This Safari (journey) led her to create her own Consulting firm where she integrates nature in personal development to help leaders become better listeners, and hold space for others.  Reshma is a Catalytic Leadership Coach and Global Facilitator with experience in Communications for Development, Change Management, Strategy alignment , Cultural Connection, Social Inclusion, Diversity and Power Dynamics facilitation work, and Future Visioning. She supports individuals and teams to reach their highest potential, whatever that may mean for them, and to be a force of good in the world! To become a more effective listener right now, practice giving distraction-free, generative attention and noticeable respect to the party.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Reshma Aziz Khan: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The brain drain in a company or country often comes when people want a better life, they find it, and rarely do they return to their country of origin. Not Reshma Aziz Khan. Her mission and desire to create impact was too strong to not return from Canada. She also didn’t want to leave her mom alone. This Safari (journey) led her to create her own Consulting firm where she integrates nature in personal development to help leaders become better listeners, and hold space for others. 

    Reshma is a Catalytic Leadership Coach and Global Facilitator with experience in Communications for Development, Change Management, Strategy alignment , Cultural Connection, Social Inclusion, Diversity and Power Dynamics facilitation work, and Future Visioning. She supports individuals and teams to reach their highest potential, whatever that may mean for them, and to be a force of good in the world!


    To become a more effective listener right now, practice giving distraction-free, generative attention and noticeable respect to the party. 


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Reshma Aziz Khan: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     1907     Global Trust and Gaining Market Access In this episode, I discuss four critical approaches to Gaining Market Access with Trust. Use words only if necessary. Take the lead, you go first. Address and confront the bias to get to the core objective. Leave the place better than you found it. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full 2023 59 Monique Russell In this episode, I discuss four critical approaches to Gaining Market Access with Trust. Use words only if necessary. Take the lead, you go first. Address and confront the bias to get to the core objective. Leave the place better than you found it. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, I discuss four critical approaches to Gaining Market Access with Trust.

    1. Use words only if necessary.
    2. Take the lead, you go first.
    3. Address and confront the bias to get to the core objective.
    4. Leave the place better than you found it.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     1595     Intrapreneurship, Employee Engagement and the Corporate Brand There is an undeniable impact on an organization’s culture and brand reputation when their top talent employees are actively engaged. Anthony Cole is the epitome of the intersection of employee engagement, bringing your whole self-to work, and Intrapreneurship. As the President of Black Employee Network at Amazon, Anthony teaches us about the various opportunities to truly hear and respond to the voice of the employee and shares the vast opportunities that exist for employee resource groups to increase organizational culture. But Anthony didn’t always bring his full self to work. Through mentorship, and strategic allyship Anthony gave himself permission to share more of his talents that were not typically related to his job. This was because seeds were planted in him by those around him. As a result, his talents not only allowed for an increased level of personal engagement, but allowed him to inspire and impact others in his organization through his leadership. His continuous development journey allows him to have hard conversations with ease while achieving executive level resolutions.  When asked for words of wisdom to those in similar positions:  Identify a problem for the customers and work on solving that Get effective at networking and using LinkedIn Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Antony Cole: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook|  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000 Intrapreneurship, Employee Engagement and the Corporate Brand full 2023 58 Monique Russell There is an undeniable impact on an organization’s culture and brand reputation when their top talent employees are actively engaged. Anthony Cole is the epitome of the intersection of employee engagement, bringing your whole self-to work, and Intrapreneurship. As the President of Black Employee Network at Amazon, Anthony teaches us about the various opportunities to truly hear and respond to the voice of the employee and shares the vast opportunities that exist for employee resource groups to increase organizational culture. But Anthony didn’t always bring his full self to work. Through mentorship, and strategic allyship Anthony gave himself permission to share more of his talents that were not typically related to his job. This was because seeds were planted in him by those around him. As a result, his talents not only allowed for an increased level of personal engagement, but allowed him to inspire and impact others in his organization through his leadership. His continuous development journey allows him to have hard conversations with ease while achieving executive level resolutions.  When asked for words of wisdom to those in similar positions:  Identify a problem for the customers and work on solving that Get effective at networking and using LinkedIn Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Antony Cole: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook|  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There is an undeniable impact on an organization’s culture and brand reputation when their top talent employees are actively engaged. Anthony Cole is the epitome of the intersection of employee engagement, bringing your whole self-to work, and Intrapreneurship.

    As the President of Black Employee Network at Amazon, Anthony teaches us about the various opportunities to truly hear and respond to the voice of the employee and shares the vast opportunities that exist for employee resource groups to increase organizational culture.

    But Anthony didn’t always bring his full self to work. Through mentorship, and strategic allyship Anthony gave himself permission to share more of his talents that were not typically related to his job. This was because seeds were planted in him by those around him. As a result, his talents not only allowed for an increased level of personal engagement, but allowed him to inspire and impact others in his organization through his leadership.

    His continuous development journey allows him to have hard conversations with ease while achieving executive level resolutions. 

    When asked for words of wisdom to those in similar positions: 

    1. Identify a problem for the customers and work on solving that
    2. Get effective at networking and using LinkedIn


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Antony Cole: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| 

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube

    Email feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com

    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     1846 no     Practical Frameworks to Create Inclusive Cultures Dr. Lorenzo Hughes is a visionary and transformational educational leader with over twenty years of experience maintaining a laser-like focus on achievement for all students with an unwavering commitment to those who have been marginalized. In this episode we discuss: Recognizing your privilege can spark personal advocacy. The challenge in sustaining and maintaining equitable work spaces is people’s resistance and disbelief about the reality of structural inequities. Being able to facilitate awareness and empowerment from Awakened to Ambassador requires skill development to 1). Interrupt the psyche 2). Investigate thinking 3). Activate the “echo” 4). And explore why something is the way it is. In a corporate space, the policy around equity is the first place to start. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Lorenzo Hughes: LinkedIn  Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0000 Practical Frameworks to Create Inclusive Cultures full 2023 57 Monique Russell Dr. Lorenzo Hughes is a visionary and transformational educational leader with over twenty years of experience maintaining a laser-like focus on achievement for all students with an unwavering commitment to those who have been marginalized. In this episode we discuss: Recognizing your privilege can spark personal advocacy. The challenge in sustaining and maintaining equitable work spaces is people’s resistance and disbelief about the reality of structural inequities. Being able to facilitate awareness and empowerment from Awakened to Ambassador requires skill development to 1). Interrupt the psyche 2). Investigate thinking 3). Activate the “echo” 4). And explore why something is the way it is. In a corporate space, the policy around equity is the first place to start. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Lorenzo Hughes: LinkedIn  Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Lorenzo Hughes is a visionary and transformational educational leader with over twenty years of experience maintaining a laser-like focus on achievement for all students with an unwavering commitment to those who have been marginalized.

    In this episode we discuss:

    • Recognizing your privilege can spark personal advocacy.
    • The challenge in sustaining and maintaining equitable work spaces is people’s resistance and disbelief about the reality of structural inequities.
    • Being able to facilitate awareness and empowerment from Awakened to Ambassador requires skill development to 1). Interrupt the psyche 2). Investigate thinking 3). Activate the “echo” 4). And explore why something is the way it is.
    • In a corporate space, the policy around equity is the first place to start.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Dr. Lorenzo Hughes: LinkedIn 

    Support the show

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    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     2255 no     What is Equity? Andrew Adeniyi is the CEO & Founder of AAA Solutions; a consulting firm that provides business strategy, workplace culture, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) consulting and speaking services to small businesses and non-profits.  Andrew obtained his bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Bloomington. He then went on to complete his Master of Science from Michigan State University in Management, Strategy & Leadership. Lastly, Andrew received a certificate in DEI in the Workplace from The Muma College of Business at The University of South Florida. With over 10 years of executive level management experience, Andrew has helped dozens of clients improve their employee engagement and create a sense of belonging within their organizations.  Andrew currently resides just outside of Indianapolis, Indiana with his wife and three kids and published his first book titled The Circle of Leadership in the Summer of 2020. The book serves as an entrepreneurial framework on how to create and leverage culture.  Episode Highlights In an equitable workplace everyone is safe. Avoid becoming numb to injustice through staying continuously exposed to thoughts and perspectives. DEI consultants must include data and metrics to keep the conversation moving in the workplace. Curiosity is the key to blending Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation in the workplace. Connect with Andrew Adeniyi: LinkedIn  Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0000 What is Equity? full 2023 56 Monique Russell Andrew Adeniyi is the CEO & Founder of AAA Solutions; a consulting firm that provides business strategy, workplace culture, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) consulting and speaking services to small businesses and non-profits.  Andrew obtained his bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Bloomington. He then went on to complete his Master of Science from Michigan State University in Management, Strategy & Leadership. Lastly, Andrew received a certificate in DEI in the Workplace from The Muma College of Business at The University of South Florida. With over 10 years of executive level management experience, Andrew has helped dozens of clients improve their employee engagement and create a sense of belonging within their organizations.  Andrew currently resides just outside of Indianapolis, Indiana with his wife and three kids and published his first book titled The Circle of Leadership in the Summer of 2020. The book serves as an entrepreneurial framework on how to create and leverage culture.  Episode Highlights In an equitable workplace everyone is safe. Avoid becoming numb to injustice through staying continuously exposed to thoughts and perspectives. DEI consultants must include data and metrics to keep the conversation moving in the workplace. Curiosity is the key to blending Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation in the workplace. Connect with Andrew Adeniyi: LinkedIn  Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Andrew Adeniyi is the CEO & Founder of AAA Solutions; a consulting firm that provides business strategy, workplace culture, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) consulting and speaking services to small businesses and non-profits. 

    Andrew obtained his bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Bloomington. He then went on to complete his Master of Science from Michigan State University in Management, Strategy & Leadership. Lastly, Andrew received a certificate in DEI in the Workplace from The Muma College of Business at The University of South Florida.

    With over 10 years of executive level management experience, Andrew has helped dozens of clients improve their employee engagement and create a sense of belonging within their organizations. 

    Andrew currently resides just outside of Indianapolis, Indiana with his wife and three kids and published his first book titled The Circle of Leadership in the Summer of 2020. The book serves as an entrepreneurial framework on how to create and leverage culture. 


    Episode Highlights

    • In an equitable workplace everyone is safe.
    • Avoid becoming numb to injustice through staying continuously exposed to thoughts and perspectives.
    • DEI consultants must include data and metrics to keep the conversation moving in the workplace.
    • Curiosity is the key to blending Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation in the workplace.


    Connect with Andrew Adeniyi: LinkedIn 


    Support the show

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    ]]>     1710 no     From Awareness to Practice The conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion should expand from awareness to practice once the foundation has been set. Many remain stuck on assuming that all are starting from ground zero. These are missed opportunities for structural change. The past 2 years have given us an opportunity to lay the foundation for awareness, from examining our belief systems to the experiences that led to the expansion of them. In this episode, I discuss: The importance of moving conversations from Awareness to Practice The benefit of moving from Thought Leadership to Thought Partnership Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.   Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0000 From Awareness to Practice full 2023 55 Monique Russell The conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion should expand from awareness to practice once the foundation has been set. Many remain stuck on assuming that all are starting from ground zero. These are missed opportunities for structural change. The past 2 years have given us an opportunity to lay the foundation for awareness, from examining our belief systems to the experiences that led to the expansion of them. In this episode, I discuss: The importance of moving conversations from Awareness to Practice The benefit of moving from Thought Leadership to Thought Partnership Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.   Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion should expand from awareness to practice once the foundation has been set. Many remain stuck on assuming that all are starting from ground zero. These are missed opportunities for structural change. The past 2 years have given us an opportunity to lay the foundation for awareness, from examining our belief systems to the experiences that led to the expansion of them.

    In this episode, I discuss:

    1. The importance of moving conversations from Awareness to Practice
    2. The benefit of moving from Thought Leadership to Thought Partnership

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

     

    Support the show

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    ]]>     712 no     Share from Your Scars, Not Your Wounds Without reflecting on our experiences, and the lessons they teach us, we’re bound to repeat the same blocks over and over. I share my personal challenges and triumphs during the year, and how the tools that have been developed in self-awareness and Emotional Intelligence kicked in to help me maintain momentum and bounce back faster.  In this episode, I discuss: Why continuous development of Emotional Intelligence tools are necessary when things are going well Why your audience benefits more from your story when you can share lessons vs when you are in the midst of healing How to bounce back from setbacks faster by activating your existing body of knowledge and community My continued appreciation of your support for listening to the show Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Share from Your Scars, Not Your Wounds full 2022 54 Monique Russell Without reflecting on our experiences, and the lessons they teach us, we’re bound to repeat the same blocks over and over. I share my personal challenges and triumphs during the year, and how the tools that have been developed in self-awareness and Emotional Intelligence kicked in to help me maintain momentum and bounce back faster.  In this episode, I discuss: Why continuous development of Emotional Intelligence tools are necessary when things are going well Why your audience benefits more from your story when you can share lessons vs when you are in the midst of healing How to bounce back from setbacks faster by activating your existing body of knowledge and community My continued appreciation of your support for listening to the show Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Without reflecting on our experiences, and the lessons they teach us, we’re bound to repeat the same blocks over and over. I share my personal challenges and triumphs during the year, and how the tools that have been developed in self-awareness and Emotional Intelligence kicked in to help me maintain momentum and bounce back faster. 

    In this episode, I discuss:

    1. Why continuous development of Emotional Intelligence tools are necessary when things are going well
    2. Why your audience benefits more from your story when you can share lessons vs when you are in the midst of healing
    3. How to bounce back from setbacks faster by activating your existing body of knowledge and community
    4. My continued appreciation of your support for listening to the show


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Support the show

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    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     1678 no     Understanding & Transformation Starts with the Brain Omozua Isiramen is a Neuro-Science Transformation and Peak Performance Specialist. She helps leaders understand the brain and how to maximize its functions in a way that helps them become CEOs of their brains and their very best life. In this episode, Omozua explains why the comfort zone is not a comfort zone. It is actually a pain zone. It’s where painful things occur and sustainable motivation is reduced. She also explains why comparison can be used for inspiration. The eyes are the only visible parts of the brain. Pay attention to what you are exposing your brain to.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Omozua Isiramen: LinkedIn  Support the show Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Understanding & Transformation Starts with the Brain full 2022 53 Monique Russell Omozua Isiramen is a Neuro-Science Transformation and Peak Performance Specialist. She helps leaders understand the brain and how to maximize its functions in a way that helps them become CEOs of their brains and their very best life. In this episode, Omozua explains why the comfort zone is not a comfort zone. It is actually a pain zone. It’s where painful things occur and sustainable motivation is reduced. She also explains why comparison can be used for inspiration. The eyes are the only visible parts of the brain. Pay attention to what you are exposing your brain to.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Omozua Isiramen: LinkedIn  Support the show Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Omozua Isiramen is a Neuro-Science Transformation and Peak Performance Specialist. She helps leaders understand the brain and how to maximize its functions in a way that helps them become CEOs of their brains and their very best life.


    In this episode, Omozua explains why the comfort zone is not a comfort zone. It is actually a pain zone. It’s where painful things occur and sustainable motivation is reduced.

    She also explains why comparison can be used for inspiration. The eyes are the only visible parts of the brain. Pay attention to what you are exposing your brain to. 


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    Connect with Omozua Isiramen: LinkedIn 

    Support the show

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    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     1967 no     Strong Emotions, Technology and Cultural Sensitivity Dave Crane is an international speaking and presentation expert, working with directors, c-suite executives, celebrities, and public sectors officials. He is a United Nations ECOSOC representative for Vienna, Geneva, and New York, specializing in leadership.In this episode, Dave explains that adding technology to day to day occurrences and experiences should be normal and embraced. However, simply connecting with others globally through technology doesn’t make you culturally sensitive. Anger has become a focal point where fear has become loud and scary. We need to go back to values, focus on building community and allowing those around us who are skilled to be a part of the solution. Life coaches are one part of the solution to resolving the amount of anger and lack of awareness we witness daily. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dave Crane: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Strong Emotions, Technology and Cultural Sensitivity full 2022 52 Monique Russell Dave Crane is an international speaking and presentation expert, working with directors, c-suite executives, celebrities, and public sectors officials. He is a United Nations ECOSOC representative for Vienna, Geneva, and New York, specializing in leadership.In this episode, Dave explains that adding technology to day to day occurrences and experiences should be normal and embraced. However, simply connecting with others globally through technology doesn’t make you culturally sensitive. Anger has become a focal point where fear has become loud and scary. We need to go back to values, focus on building community and allowing those around us who are skilled to be a part of the solution. Life coaches are one part of the solution to resolving the amount of anger and lack of awareness we witness daily. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dave Crane: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dave Crane is an international speaking and presentation expert, working with directors, c-suite executives, celebrities, and public sectors officials. He is a United Nations ECOSOC representative for Vienna, Geneva, and New York, specializing in leadership.

    In this episode, Dave explains that adding technology to day to day occurrences and experiences should be normal and embraced. However, simply connecting with others globally through technology doesn’t make you culturally sensitive.

    Anger has become a focal point where fear has become loud and scary. We need to go back to values, focus on building community and allowing those around us who are skilled to be a part of the solution.

    Life coaches are one part of the solution to resolving the amount of anger and lack of awareness we witness daily.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Dave Crane: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website
    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


    Produced by Breadfruit Media

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    ]]>     2476 no     Love and the Relationship to Self-Esteem for Black Men Ed Johnson AKA Dr. Love that’s Dr. the Real Deal LoveDr. Love - is a speaker, relationship coach, author of the book, “3 Things Every Woman Needs to Know About a Man”  and founder of Love University. Dr. Love is quickly gaining credibility in the relationship industry and rapidly becoming one of the premier authorities on dating, love, romance, and marriage. In this episode Dr. Love shares that trust is the foundation of all relationships. If trust is broken, one of the most important ways to begin rebuilding is to admit that you were wrong, and you need help. You must also understand the mental paradigm you are living and how it shows up in your life. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Edward Johnson III: LinkedIn| Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Love and the Relationship to Self-Esteem for Black Men full 2022 51 Monique Russell Ed Johnson AKA Dr. Love that’s Dr. the Real Deal LoveDr. Love - is a speaker, relationship coach, author of the book, “3 Things Every Woman Needs to Know About a Man”  and founder of Love University. Dr. Love is quickly gaining credibility in the relationship industry and rapidly becoming one of the premier authorities on dating, love, romance, and marriage. In this episode Dr. Love shares that trust is the foundation of all relationships. If trust is broken, one of the most important ways to begin rebuilding is to admit that you were wrong, and you need help. You must also understand the mental paradigm you are living and how it shows up in your life. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Edward Johnson III: LinkedIn| Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ed Johnson AKA Dr. Love that’s Dr. the Real Deal LoveDr. Love - is a speaker, relationship coach, author of the book, “3 Things Every Woman Needs to Know About a Man”  and founder of Love University. Dr. Love is quickly gaining credibility in the relationship industry and rapidly becoming one of the premier authorities on dating, love, romance, and marriage. 

    In this episode Dr. Love shares that trust is the foundation of all relationships. If trust is broken, one of the most important ways to begin rebuilding is to admit that you were wrong, and you need help. You must also understand the mental paradigm you are living and how it shows up in your life.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


    Connect with Dr. Edward Johnson III: LinkedIn| Website

    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


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    ]]>     2032 no     Live Beyond the Sale: Relationship Marketing for African Entrepreneurs Dr. Sheena Lovia Boateng is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at the University of Ghana Business School. She is a fellow of the Academy of Marketing Science. In order to have a successful business and expand beyond local markets, it is critical that you understand the various ways Marketing can help you. Without it, business success will be fleeting. The challenge is that many Ghanian entrepreneurs are simply living for the sale. They are focused on the transaction and not the relationship, but with this understanding and awareness, they can unlock the keys to sustainable, repeatable, profitable and scalable businesses. I asked Dr. Sheena, where entrepreneurs should spend more time gaining insight to better position themselves. These are a few: Understand the market segments for better targeting Develop more than 1 script as all customers are not the same Differentiate your product in the market to avoid looking like everyone else Build trust with your customers through checking up on them and asking about their experience If you are in an e-commerce business, one way to strengthen trust is by having a physical presence. It not only expands your reach, but it allows customers who are not comfortable doing business online to do business with you in person. Listen to the full episode on ways to build trust through continuing the conversation, dispelling opportunistic behaviors, ensuring each party has mutual benefits and improving the skill of conflict resolution.  Connect with Sheena Boateng:  LinkedIn | Instagram - @dr_lovia.boateng Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Live Beyond the Sale: Relationship Marketing for African Entrepreneurs full 2022 50 Monique Russell Dr. Sheena Lovia Boateng is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at the University of Ghana Business School. She is a fellow of the Academy of Marketing Science. In order to have a successful business and expand beyond local markets, it is critical that you understand the various ways Marketing can help you. Without it, business success will be fleeting. The challenge is that many Ghanian entrepreneurs are simply living for the sale. They are focused on the transaction and not the relationship, but with this understanding and awareness, they can unlock the keys to sustainable, repeatable, profitable and scalable businesses. I asked Dr. Sheena, where entrepreneurs should spend more time gaining insight to better position themselves. These are a few: Understand the market segments for better targeting Develop more than 1 script as all customers are not the same Differentiate your product in the market to avoid looking like everyone else Build trust with your customers through checking up on them and asking about their experience If you are in an e-commerce business, one way to strengthen trust is by having a physical presence. It not only expands your reach, but it allows customers who are not comfortable doing business online to do business with you in person. Listen to the full episode on ways to build trust through continuing the conversation, dispelling opportunistic behaviors, ensuring each party has mutual benefits and improving the skill of conflict resolution.  Connect with Sheena Boateng:  LinkedIn | Instagram - @dr_lovia.boateng Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Sheena Lovia Boateng is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at the University of Ghana Business School. She is a fellow of the Academy of Marketing Science. 

    In order to have a successful business and expand beyond local markets, it is critical that you understand the various ways Marketing can help you. Without it, business success will be fleeting. The challenge is that many Ghanian entrepreneurs are simply living for the sale. They are focused on the transaction and not the relationship, but with this understanding and awareness, they can unlock the keys to sustainable, repeatable, profitable and scalable businesses.

    I asked Dr. Sheena, where entrepreneurs should spend more time gaining insight to better position themselves. These are a few:

    1. Understand the market segments for better targeting
    2. Develop more than 1 script as all customers are not the same
    3. Differentiate your product in the market to avoid looking like everyone else
    4. Build trust with your customers through checking up on them and asking about their experience

    If you are in an e-commerce business, one way to strengthen trust is by having a physical presence. It not only expands your reach, but it allows customers who are not comfortable doing business online to do business with you in person.

    Listen to the full episode on ways to build trust through continuing the conversation, dispelling opportunistic behaviors, ensuring each party has mutual benefits and improving the skill of conflict resolution. 


    Connect with Sheena Boateng:  LinkedIn | Instagram - @dr_lovia.boateng


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


    Produced by Breadfruit Media


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    ]]>     2898 no     Key Communication Habits Ever wondered what are some key habits of successful communicators? This episode of the Bridge To U podcast provides the blueprint that will make you an effective communicator and open you up to more impact.In this week’s episode I take a look at what previous guests had to say and give you the communication success blueprint to experience more fulfillment, joy and impact in black communities.  The first habit is inspired by Okama Brook who appeared in the episode "Connect Without Causing Harm: Understand the Context." Okama shows us that in order to have sustained connection and buy in with people who are different from you, you need to take time upfront. You must be willing to understand the culture and stories of others in order to connect without causing harm. The second habit of successful communicators comes from Michael Fosburg who appeared in the episode "How to Have Meaningful Conversations Around Race & Identity. "Michael tells us that when having conversations, especially about race, it can be messy and uncomfortable since we all have different experiences. With that in mind, there is no one way to communicate about it. Key Points This episode looks at the communication habits of previous guests to provide a communication success blueprint. To communicate effectively, we must connect without causing harm. When it comes to conversations about race, there is no way to communicate about it. Connect with guest: Michael Fosburg: LinkedIn Okama Brook: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Key Communication Habits full 2022 49 Monique Russell Ever wondered what are some key habits of successful communicators? This episode of the Bridge To U podcast provides the blueprint that will make you an effective communicator and open you up to more impact.In this week’s episode I take a look at what previous guests had to say and give you the communication success blueprint to experience more fulfillment, joy and impact in black communities.  The first habit is inspired by Okama Brook who appeared in the episode "Connect Without Causing Harm: Understand the Context." Okama shows us that in order to have sustained connection and buy in with people who are different from you, you need to take time upfront. You must be willing to understand the culture and stories of others in order to connect without causing harm. The second habit of successful communicators comes from Michael Fosburg who appeared in the episode "How to Have Meaningful Conversations Around Race & Identity. "Michael tells us that when having conversations, especially about race, it can be messy and uncomfortable since we all have different experiences. With that in mind, there is no one way to communicate about it. Key Points This episode looks at the communication habits of previous guests to provide a communication success blueprint. To communicate effectively, we must connect without causing harm. When it comes to conversations about race, there is no way to communicate about it. Connect with guest: Michael Fosburg: LinkedIn Okama Brook: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ever wondered what are some key habits of successful communicators? This episode of the Bridge To U podcast provides the blueprint that will make you an effective communicator and open you up to more impact.

    In this week’s episode I take a look at what previous guests had to say and give you the communication success blueprint to experience more fulfillment, joy and impact in black communities. 

    The first habit is inspired by Okama Brook who appeared in the episode "Connect Without Causing Harm: Understand the Context." Okama shows us that in order to have sustained connection and buy in with people who are different from you, you need to take time upfront. You must be willing to understand the culture and stories of others in order to connect without causing harm.

    The second habit of successful communicators comes from Michael Fosburg who appeared in the episode "How to Have Meaningful Conversations Around Race & Identity. "
    Michael tells us that when having conversations, especially about race, it can be messy and uncomfortable since we all have different experiences. With that in mind, there is no one way to communicate about it.

    Key Points

    • This episode looks at the communication habits of previous guests to provide a communication success blueprint.
    • To communicate effectively, we must connect without causing harm.
    • When it comes to conversations about race, there is no way to communicate about it.


    Connect with guest:


    Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube


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    ]]>     550 no     Relocation Starts with You What do you need to be successful in relocating to a new country? How will you manage the complexities and challenges? What will you do to manage the various forms of challenges around your intersectionality? Anything is possible when you are relocating to a new country. The successes and problems you face where you currently are, are the ones that will go with you.  Use your intuition and trust yourself. Understand your biases and perceptions and how they impact your experience. Start small, right where you are. Go to a section of your current community and begin to talk to strangers. Choose what you want to engage with because every relocation journey is different. Mbeke Waseme is a global educator, world traveler, and relocation consultant. She is the founder of Mbeke Waseme International – an international firm helping those over 50 achieve their goals. She says people are often surprised when they learn that relocation is more about them than the place they are going to. It is about being resilient, adaptable, flexible and open. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Relocation Starts with You full 2022 48 Monique Russell What do you need to be successful in relocating to a new country? How will you manage the complexities and challenges? What will you do to manage the various forms of challenges around your intersectionality? Anything is possible when you are relocating to a new country. The successes and problems you face where you currently are, are the ones that will go with you.  Use your intuition and trust yourself. Understand your biases and perceptions and how they impact your experience. Start small, right where you are. Go to a section of your current community and begin to talk to strangers. Choose what you want to engage with because every relocation journey is different. Mbeke Waseme is a global educator, world traveler, and relocation consultant. She is the founder of Mbeke Waseme International – an international firm helping those over 50 achieve their goals. She says people are often surprised when they learn that relocation is more about them than the place they are going to. It is about being resilient, adaptable, flexible and open. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What do you need to be successful in relocating to a new country? How will you manage the complexities and challenges? What will you do to manage the various forms of challenges around your intersectionality?

    Anything is possible when you are relocating to a new country. The successes and problems you face where you currently are, are the ones that will go with you. 

    1. Use your intuition and trust yourself.
    2. Understand your biases and perceptions and how they impact your experience.
    3. Start small, right where you are. Go to a section of your current community and begin to talk to strangers.
    4. Choose what you want to engage with because every relocation journey is different.

    Mbeke Waseme is a global educator, world traveler, and relocation consultant. She is the founder of Mbeke Waseme International – an international firm helping those over 50 achieve their goals. She says people are often surprised when they learn that relocation is more about them than the place they are going to. It is about being resilient, adaptable, flexible and open.


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    ]]>     2080 no     Healing & Well-Being Promotes Productivity In this week’s episode of the Bridge To U podcast, we hear from previous guests on the frameworks, systems and mindset that are required to improve intergenerational impact around race. We also look at how our level of well being impacts the work that we do and the opportunities for change.  First Dr. Charmaine Jackman, who appeared in the  episode "Healing is Not a Luxury" - explains how the healthcare system continues to under serve the black community across America. This is as traditional psychology training does not consider people of color and doesn't require any particular attention to diversity, equity, or cross cultural training as part of that ongoing education.She goes further to address our mindset around racism. Dr. Jackman shares that there is nothing wrong with the way we as blacks communicate, interact with each other, or respond to racism. She believes that it is the system of colonialism and white supremacy that has ingrained this way of thinking into us.  Then I looked back at the conversation I had with Michael Fosburg, who appeared in the episode "How to Have Meaningful Conversations Around Race & Identity " - to hear his story and how he embraced his full identity. Michael found out that he was black at the age of 34 and ever since, this information has shifted his perspective of himself and how he shows up in the world. We discuss the importance of leaning into our identity rather than feeling shame around our blackness.With that in mind, I talk about how embracing all parts of my identity has allowed me to begin to receive healing and connect more deeply with others. Through this I share practical steps for improving intergenerational impact, including making healing a daily practice and investigating your own family narrative.  Key Points Dr. Charmaine Jackman explains how the healthcare system continues to under serve the black community across America. Our mindset around race has been influenced by the system of colonialism and white supremacy. Michael Fosburg discusses the importance of leaning into our identity rather than feeling shame around our blackness. Practical steps for improving intergenerational impact, including making healing a daily practice and investigating your own family narrative, are identified.  Connect with guest: Michael Fosburg: LinkedIn Dr. Charmaine Jackman: LinkedIn | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Br Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 May 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Healing & Well-Being Promotes Productivity full 2022 47 Monique Russell In this week’s episode of the Bridge To U podcast, we hear from previous guests on the frameworks, systems and mindset that are required to improve intergenerational impact around race. We also look at how our level of well being impacts the work that we do and the opportunities for change.  First Dr. Charmaine Jackman, who appeared in the  episode "Healing is Not a Luxury" - explains how the healthcare system continues to under serve the black community across America. This is as traditional psychology training does not consider people of color and doesn't require any particular attention to diversity, equity, or cross cultural training as part of that ongoing education.She goes further to address our mindset around racism. Dr. Jackman shares that there is nothing wrong with the way we as blacks communicate, interact with each other, or respond to racism. She believes that it is the system of colonialism and white supremacy that has ingrained this way of thinking into us.  Then I looked back at the conversation I had with Michael Fosburg, who appeared in the episode "How to Have Meaningful Conversations Around Race & Identity " - to hear his story and how he embraced his full identity. Michael found out that he was black at the age of 34 and ever since, this information has shifted his perspective of himself and how he shows up in the world. We discuss the importance of leaning into our identity rather than feeling shame around our blackness.With that in mind, I talk about how embracing all parts of my identity has allowed me to begin to receive healing and connect more deeply with others. Through this I share practical steps for improving intergenerational impact, including making healing a daily practice and investigating your own family narrative.  Key Points Dr. Charmaine Jackman explains how the healthcare system continues to under serve the black community across America. Our mindset around race has been influenced by the system of colonialism and white supremacy. Michael Fosburg discusses the importance of leaning into our identity rather than feeling shame around our blackness. Practical steps for improving intergenerational impact, including making healing a daily practice and investigating your own family narrative, are identified.  Connect with guest: Michael Fosburg: LinkedIn Dr. Charmaine Jackman: LinkedIn | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Br Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this week’s episode of the Bridge To U podcast, we hear from previous guests on the frameworks, systems and mindset that are required to improve intergenerational impact around race. We also look at how our level of well being impacts the work that we do and the opportunities for change. 

    First Dr. Charmaine Jackman, who appeared in the  episode "Healing is Not a Luxury" - explains how the healthcare system continues to under serve the black community across America. This is as traditional psychology training does not consider people of color and doesn't require any particular attention to diversity, equity, or cross cultural training as part of that ongoing education.

    She goes further to address our mindset around racism. Dr. Jackman shares that there is nothing wrong with the way we as blacks communicate, interact with each other, or respond to racism. She believes that it is the system of colonialism and white supremacy that has ingrained this way of thinking into us. 

    Then I looked back at the conversation I had with Michael Fosburg, who appeared in the episode "How to Have Meaningful Conversations Around Race & Identity " - to hear his story and how he embraced his full identity. Michael found out that he was black at the age of 34 and ever since, this information has shifted his perspective of himself and how he shows up in the world. We discuss the importance of leaning into our identity rather than feeling shame around our blackness.

    With that in mind, I talk about how embracing all parts of my identity has allowed me to begin to receive healing and connect more deeply with others. Through this I share practical steps for improving intergenerational impact, including making healing a daily practice and investigating your own family narrative. 


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    • Dr. Charmaine Jackman explains how the healthcare system continues to under serve the black community across America.
    • Our mindset around race has been influenced by the system of colonialism and white supremacy.
    • Michael Fosburg discusses the importance of leaning into our identity rather than feeling shame around our blackness.
    • Practical steps for improving intergenerational impact, including making healing a daily practice and investigating your own family narrative, are identified. 


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    ]]>     1173 no     Updates & Changes In this episode of the Bridge To U Podcast, I share the results from the listener survey and some upcoming changes to the podcast. First, I want to thank everyone who took the time to fill out the survey. The feedback was incredibly helpful and will be instrumental in shaping the future of the podcast. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Updates & Changes full 2022 46 Monique Russell In this episode of the Bridge To U Podcast, I share the results from the listener survey and some upcoming changes to the podcast. First, I want to thank everyone who took the time to fill out the survey. The feedback was incredibly helpful and will be instrumental in shaping the future of the podcast. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode of the Bridge To U Podcast, I share the results from the listener survey and some upcoming changes to the podcast. First, I want to thank everyone who took the time to fill out the survey. The feedback was incredibly helpful and will be instrumental in shaping the future of the podcast.


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    ]]>     796 no     Addressing Trauma, Victimhood and Perpetration When it comes to addressing victimhood and perpetration, narratives are powerful when facing and addressing trauma. Everything needs to be a part of the conversation, not just the good parts of it.Dr. Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod is an academician, researcher, and head of the Ethics, Peace and Human Rights department at American University.  She is a Conflict Resolution consultant and her work has been expressed in several countries in Europe, Africa and North America. She is a survivor of genocide and the author of Narratives of Victimhood and Perpetration. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0000 Addressing Trauma, Victimhood and Perpetration full 2022 45 Monique Russell When it comes to addressing victimhood and perpetration, narratives are powerful when facing and addressing trauma. Everything needs to be a part of the conversation, not just the good parts of it.Dr. Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod is an academician, researcher, and head of the Ethics, Peace and Human Rights department at American University.  She is a Conflict Resolution consultant and her work has been expressed in several countries in Europe, Africa and North America. She is a survivor of genocide and the author of Narratives of Victimhood and Perpetration. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr. Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When it comes to addressing victimhood and perpetration, narratives are powerful when facing and addressing trauma. Everything needs to be a part of the conversation, not just the good parts of it.

    Dr. Claudine Kuradusenge-McLeod is an academician, researcher, and head of the Ethics, Peace and Human Rights department at American University.  She is a Conflict Resolution consultant and her work has been expressed in several countries in Europe, Africa and North America. She is a survivor of genocide and the author of Narratives of Victimhood and Perpetration. 

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    ]]>     1771 no     The Role of Shame in Racism, Equity and Inclusion Do we really understand the impact of internalized shame, and how it affects the way we live our lives as human beings? Sedruola Maruska had the unfortunate experience of losing a baby conceived in an extramarital affair. She felt devastated. She didn’t realize until many years later what the feeling of shame and embarrassment caused her to live her life from a place of default. As a first generation Haitian immigrant, she encountered other Haitian people who felt ashamed of who they were and where they came from, but because of her dad and the way he spoke about the country and people, she did not adopt this feeling of inferiority towards her country of heritage.  Today, she is an advocate for equity and inclusion, and understands how some Black people don’t see racism as a problem in the similar way some white people don’t. Understanding the role plays in racism, and inclusion can help us to begin a true path to equity. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Sedruola Maruska: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website| Patreon Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0000 The Role of Shame in Racism, Equity and Inclusion full 2022 44 Monique Russell Do we really understand the impact of internalized shame, and how it affects the way we live our lives as human beings? Sedruola Maruska had the unfortunate experience of losing a baby conceived in an extramarital affair. She felt devastated. She didn’t realize until many years later what the feeling of shame and embarrassment caused her to live her life from a place of default. As a first generation Haitian immigrant, she encountered other Haitian people who felt ashamed of who they were and where they came from, but because of her dad and the way he spoke about the country and people, she did not adopt this feeling of inferiority towards her country of heritage.  Today, she is an advocate for equity and inclusion, and understands how some Black people don’t see racism as a problem in the similar way some white people don’t. Understanding the role plays in racism, and inclusion can help us to begin a true path to equity. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Sedruola Maruska: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website| Patreon Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Do we really understand the impact of internalized shame, and how it affects the way we live our lives as human beings? Sedruola Maruska had the unfortunate experience of losing a baby conceived in an extramarital affair. She felt devastated. She didn’t realize until many years later what the feeling of shame and embarrassment caused her to live her life from a place of default.

    As a first generation Haitian immigrant, she encountered other Haitian people who felt ashamed of who they were and where they came from, but because of her dad and the way he spoke about the country and people, she did not adopt this feeling of inferiority towards her country of heritage. 

    Today, she is an advocate for equity and inclusion, and understands how some Black people don’t see racism as a problem in the similar way some white people don’t. Understanding the role plays in racism, and inclusion can help us to begin a true path to equity.


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    ]]>     2190 no     How to have Meaningful Conversations around Race & Identity Chicago native Michael Fosberg has spoken at nearly a thousand high schools, colleges, government agencies, corporations, law firms, and not-for-profits since 2005, utilizing his award-winning autobiographical story, told in the form of a one-man play, as an entry point for meaningful dialogues on race and identity. He has collaborated with a number of professional diversity practitioners on programs to foster deeper dialogue in corporate settings and at educational institutions. His work is reshaping the way organizations talk about race, identity, and diversity. Michael has been a frequent guest in the media speaking on these issues, and his latest book, Nobody Wants to Talk About It; Race, Identity and the Difficulties in Forging Meaningful Conversations offers readers seven important tools to engage in authentic dialogue. In 2011 he published his memoir; Incognito: An American Odyssey of Race and Self-Discovery and he has just launched a series of unique virtual e-learning programs utilizing his award-winning play as the entry point for delving into uncomfortable conversations.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE.Connect with Michael Fosberg: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0000 How to have Meaningful Conversations around Race & Identity full 2022 43 Monique Russell Chicago native Michael Fosberg has spoken at nearly a thousand high schools, colleges, government agencies, corporations, law firms, and not-for-profits since 2005, utilizing his award-winning autobiographical story, told in the form of a one-man play, as an entry point for meaningful dialogues on race and identity. He has collaborated with a number of professional diversity practitioners on programs to foster deeper dialogue in corporate settings and at educational institutions. His work is reshaping the way organizations talk about race, identity, and diversity. Michael has been a frequent guest in the media speaking on these issues, and his latest book, Nobody Wants to Talk About It; Race, Identity and the Difficulties in Forging Meaningful Conversations offers readers seven important tools to engage in authentic dialogue. In 2011 he published his memoir; Incognito: An American Odyssey of Race and Self-Discovery and he has just launched a series of unique virtual e-learning programs utilizing his award-winning play as the entry point for delving into uncomfortable conversations.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE.Connect with Michael Fosberg: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Chicago native Michael Fosberg has spoken at nearly a thousand high schools, colleges, government agencies, corporations, law firms, and not-for-profits since 2005, utilizing his award-winning autobiographical story, told in the form of a one-man play, as an entry point for meaningful dialogues on race and identity.

    He has collaborated with a number of professional diversity practitioners on programs to foster deeper dialogue in corporate settings and at educational institutions. His work is reshaping the way organizations talk about race, identity, and diversity. Michael has been a frequent guest in the media speaking on these issues, and his latest book, Nobody Wants to Talk About It; Race, Identity and the Difficulties in Forging Meaningful Conversations offers readers seven important tools to engage in authentic dialogue. In 2011 he published his memoir; Incognito: An American Odyssey of Race and Self-Discovery and he has just launched a series of unique virtual e-learning programs utilizing his award-winning play as the entry point for delving into uncomfortable conversations.

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    ]]>     2009 no     Healing is Not a Luxury Dr. Charmain Jackman is an award winning psychologist who has trained at two of the top Harvard Medical School training hospitals in the country. She uses her 23+ years of mental health experience work towards normalizing mental health and therapy.  Her mission is to increase access mental health resources for people who have historically not had access to quality, culturally-informed care. In this episode, Dr. Jackman states that healing is not a luxury. It is a necessity, and it is essential for us to understand how and why distrust in medicine developed among Black people. Therapy was not designed with the needs of Black people in mind therefore, ensuring that your therapist is aware of these gaps and flaws is critical to avoid experiencing more harm than good.  When you heal yourself, you heal your community and you avoid passing on your trauma to your descendants. We’ve passed down corporal punishment and withholding love and affection. It was a means of coping and survival. Today, embracing indigienous practices of healing will help you to accelerate growth and mental well-being.  Connect with Dr. Charmain Jackman: LinkedIn | Facebook|WebsiteConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Healing is Not a Luxury full 2022 42 Monique Russell Dr. Charmain Jackman is an award winning psychologist who has trained at two of the top Harvard Medical School training hospitals in the country. She uses her 23+ years of mental health experience work towards normalizing mental health and therapy.  Her mission is to increase access mental health resources for people who have historically not had access to quality, culturally-informed care. In this episode, Dr. Jackman states that healing is not a luxury. It is a necessity, and it is essential for us to understand how and why distrust in medicine developed among Black people. Therapy was not designed with the needs of Black people in mind therefore, ensuring that your therapist is aware of these gaps and flaws is critical to avoid experiencing more harm than good.  When you heal yourself, you heal your community and you avoid passing on your trauma to your descendants. We’ve passed down corporal punishment and withholding love and affection. It was a means of coping and survival. Today, embracing indigienous practices of healing will help you to accelerate growth and mental well-being.  Connect with Dr. Charmain Jackman: LinkedIn | Facebook|WebsiteConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Charmain Jackman is an award winning psychologist who has trained at two of the top Harvard Medical School training hospitals in the country. She uses her 23+ years of mental health experience work towards normalizing mental health and therapy.  Her mission is to increase access mental health resources for people who have historically not had access to quality, culturally-informed care.

    In this episode, Dr. Jackman states that healing is not a luxury. It is a necessity, and it is essential for us to understand how and why distrust in medicine developed among Black people. Therapy was not designed with the needs of Black people in mind therefore, ensuring that your therapist is aware of these gaps and flaws is critical to avoid experiencing more harm than good. 

    When you heal yourself, you heal your community and you avoid passing on your trauma to your descendants. We’ve passed down corporal punishment and withholding love and affection. It was a means of coping and survival. Today, embracing indigienous practices of healing will help you to accelerate growth and mental well-being. 



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    ]]>     2134 no     Empowering Global Black Communities with Technology William Adams is a rare combination of engineering sage and empathetic change leader. He’s a pioneer in promoting diversity who believes technology exists to empower people. He's on a mission to help Blacks, women, and other underserved communities get an ownership stake in technology companies.   Equally at home speaking geek to coders or sharing inspirational stories of leadership and personal transformation, William is an engaging, energetic speaker and an even better listener. Humorous and on-point, his authentic, clear-eyed talks leave audiences inspired to take concrete actions to help their companies and communities prosper. Connect with Williams Adams: LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Empowering Global Black Communities with Technology full 2022 41 Monique Russell William Adams is a rare combination of engineering sage and empathetic change leader. He’s a pioneer in promoting diversity who believes technology exists to empower people. He's on a mission to help Blacks, women, and other underserved communities get an ownership stake in technology companies.   Equally at home speaking geek to coders or sharing inspirational stories of leadership and personal transformation, William is an engaging, energetic speaker and an even better listener. Humorous and on-point, his authentic, clear-eyed talks leave audiences inspired to take concrete actions to help their companies and communities prosper. Connect with Williams Adams: LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices William Adams is a rare combination of engineering sage and empathetic change leader. He’s a pioneer in promoting diversity who believes technology exists to empower people. He's on a mission to help Blacks, women, and other underserved communities get an ownership stake in technology companies.  

    Equally at home speaking geek to coders or sharing inspirational stories of leadership and personal transformation, William is an engaging, energetic speaker and an even better listener. Humorous and on-point, his authentic, clear-eyed talks leave audiences inspired to take concrete actions to help their companies and communities prosper.

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    ]]>     2991 no     Growing Your Career through Networking & Exposure At just 25 years old, Korryn Williamson is breaking new ground in the staffing industry.  As the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Insight Global, one of the nation’s largest staffing companies, Korryn is making great strides to change what the future of the workforce looks like in America.  In this episode, Korryn shares that through her work, she is creating new opportunities for job seekers by having tough conversations with employers to change the way companies select job seekers for interviews and hire for positions.  Her advice for job seekers and employees generally is to network and create more opportunities for exposure. Listen to Korryn share her experience and how networking & exposure helped her career. Connect with Korryn Williamson: LinkedIn  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Growing Your Career through Networking & Exposure full 2022 40 Monique Russell At just 25 years old, Korryn Williamson is breaking new ground in the staffing industry.  As the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Insight Global, one of the nation’s largest staffing companies, Korryn is making great strides to change what the future of the workforce looks like in America.  In this episode, Korryn shares that through her work, she is creating new opportunities for job seekers by having tough conversations with employers to change the way companies select job seekers for interviews and hire for positions.  Her advice for job seekers and employees generally is to network and create more opportunities for exposure. Listen to Korryn share her experience and how networking & exposure helped her career. Connect with Korryn Williamson: LinkedIn  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices At just 25 years old, Korryn Williamson is breaking new ground in the staffing industry.  As the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Insight Global, one of the nation’s largest staffing companies, Korryn is making great strides to change what the future of the workforce looks like in America.  

    In this episode, Korryn shares that through her work, she is creating new opportunities for job seekers by having tough conversations with employers to change the way companies select job seekers for interviews and hire for positions.  Her advice for job seekers and employees generally is to network and create more opportunities for exposure. Listen to Korryn share her experience and how networking & exposure helped her career.


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    ]]>     1518 no     Leading in Crisis: Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Resilience Andrena Sawyer is an author, consultant and strategist whose background includes surviving the civil war in Sierra Leone. Her authenticity and innovative business principles inspire audiences to take control of their lives and move toward success. In this episode we discuss resilience and perspective as two skills you need to thrive and bounce back from crises. As a kid, you learn ways of responding to crises from people you observe such as your parents, but as an adult, you have an opportunity to learn new ways of responding to crises.  Even if you have socially conditioned to avoid being vulnerable and you may be someone that has to learn the hard way from hitting rock bottom, give yourself the grace of evolution. You can change. You can unlearn. Don’t waste the lessons and take daily steps to practice vulnerability. Lean on your spiritual component and surround yourself with friends who love you enough to challenge you and tell you when your mindset is not helping, but hurting.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Andrena Sawyer: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Twitter Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Leading in Crisis: Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Resilience full 2022 39 Monique Russell Andrena Sawyer is an author, consultant and strategist whose background includes surviving the civil war in Sierra Leone. Her authenticity and innovative business principles inspire audiences to take control of their lives and move toward success. In this episode we discuss resilience and perspective as two skills you need to thrive and bounce back from crises. As a kid, you learn ways of responding to crises from people you observe such as your parents, but as an adult, you have an opportunity to learn new ways of responding to crises.  Even if you have socially conditioned to avoid being vulnerable and you may be someone that has to learn the hard way from hitting rock bottom, give yourself the grace of evolution. You can change. You can unlearn. Don’t waste the lessons and take daily steps to practice vulnerability. Lean on your spiritual component and surround yourself with friends who love you enough to challenge you and tell you when your mindset is not helping, but hurting.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Andrena Sawyer: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Twitter Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Andrena Sawyer is an author, consultant and strategist whose background includes surviving the civil war in Sierra Leone. Her authenticity and innovative business principles inspire audiences to take control of their lives and move toward success.

    In this episode we discuss resilience and perspective as two skills you need to thrive and bounce back from crises. As a kid, you learn ways of responding to crises from people you observe such as your parents, but as an adult, you have an opportunity to learn new ways of responding to crises. 

    Even if you have socially conditioned to avoid being vulnerable and you may be someone that has to learn the hard way from hitting rock bottom, give yourself the grace of evolution. You can change. You can unlearn. Don’t waste the lessons and take daily steps to practice vulnerability.

    Lean on your spiritual component and surround yourself with friends who love you enough to challenge you and tell you when your mindset is not helping, but hurting. 


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    ]]>     2159 no     Winning in the New Global Economy Have you ever given any thought to what is required to win in the new Global Economy? Living in a borderless world with an increase in remote work opportunities have afforded many the luxury to entertain relocating to new places in international territories. It has afforded many the opportunity to think about doing business in multiple locations, currencies and cultures. But if we are to get serious about sustainable and lasting impact, we must adopt a special curriculum...one that requires more than just knowledge, but deep, experiential learning in order for true transformation to happen. In this episode, I highlight several of my previous guests and their insights required for awakened and aligned way of living as Black people: Foundational Knowledge on Building and Creating Understanding History and Decolonizing Your Curriculum Identifying Systems and Intersectionality Doing the WORK  The impact and reach of business when having done the WORK Business Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Winning in the New Global Economy full 2021 38 Monique Russell Have you ever given any thought to what is required to win in the new Global Economy? Living in a borderless world with an increase in remote work opportunities have afforded many the luxury to entertain relocating to new places in international territories. It has afforded many the opportunity to think about doing business in multiple locations, currencies and cultures. But if we are to get serious about sustainable and lasting impact, we must adopt a special curriculum...one that requires more than just knowledge, but deep, experiential learning in order for true transformation to happen. In this episode, I highlight several of my previous guests and their insights required for awakened and aligned way of living as Black people: Foundational Knowledge on Building and Creating Understanding History and Decolonizing Your Curriculum Identifying Systems and Intersectionality Doing the WORK  The impact and reach of business when having done the WORK Business Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever given any thought to what is required to win in the new Global Economy? Living in a borderless world with an increase in remote work opportunities have afforded many the luxury to entertain relocating to new places in international territories. It has afforded many the opportunity to think about doing business in multiple locations, currencies and cultures. But if we are to get serious about sustainable and lasting impact, we must adopt a special curriculum...one that requires more than just knowledge, but deep, experiential learning in order for true transformation to happen.

    In this episode, I highlight several of my previous guests and their insights required for awakened and aligned way of living as Black people:

    1. Foundational Knowledge on Building and Creating
    2. Understanding History and Decolonizing Your Curriculum
    3. Identifying Systems and Intersectionality
    4. Doing the WORK 
    5. The impact and reach of business when having done the WORK
    6. Business


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    ]]>     1644 no     Business Principles for Success In this episode, I discuss: Reflection and recommendations for business development and success now and in the future Development areas of Mindset > Reputation > Customer Experience and Communication Skills The Ultimate Speaker’s Guide Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0000 Business Principles for Success full 2021 37 Monique Russell In this episode, I discuss: Reflection and recommendations for business development and success now and in the future Development areas of Mindset > Reputation > Customer Experience and Communication Skills The Ultimate Speaker’s Guide Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, I discuss:

    1. Reflection and recommendations for business development and success now and in the future
    2. Development areas of Mindset > Reputation > Customer Experience and Communication Skills
    3. The Ultimate Speaker’s Guide


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    ]]>     986 no     What is Interconnectedness? Nature and Faith Stone Gye immediately takes us on a journey into nature and how it’s lessons have helped him to navigate his life. Stone Gye is an aggregation of Hypnotherapist, Strength Coach, Combat Veteran, Lomi Lomi Masseur, Business Coach, Digital Agency Strategist, Senior Landmark Worldwide Graduate, Business Automation Junkie, Dad and more. From this interview with Stone, we get a clear picture of how nature gives us lessons of how we are interconnected as human beings. We learn how to ward off attacks, how to form community and how to embrace each other. This is only if we understand the role nature plays and see ourselves as one with nature, rather than nature as a transaction.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Stone: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0000 What is Interconnectedness? Nature and Faith bonus 2021 Monique Russell Stone Gye immediately takes us on a journey into nature and how it’s lessons have helped him to navigate his life. Stone Gye is an aggregation of Hypnotherapist, Strength Coach, Combat Veteran, Lomi Lomi Masseur, Business Coach, Digital Agency Strategist, Senior Landmark Worldwide Graduate, Business Automation Junkie, Dad and more. From this interview with Stone, we get a clear picture of how nature gives us lessons of how we are interconnected as human beings. We learn how to ward off attacks, how to form community and how to embrace each other. This is only if we understand the role nature plays and see ourselves as one with nature, rather than nature as a transaction.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Stone: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Stone Gye immediately takes us on a journey into nature and how it’s lessons have helped him to navigate his life. Stone Gye is an aggregation of Hypnotherapist, Strength Coach, Combat Veteran, Lomi Lomi Masseur, Business Coach, Digital Agency Strategist, Senior Landmark Worldwide Graduate, Business Automation Junkie, Dad and more. 

    From this interview with Stone, we get a clear picture of how nature gives us lessons of how we are interconnected as human beings. We learn how to ward off attacks, how to form community and how to embrace each other. This is only if we understand the role nature plays and see ourselves as one with nature, rather than nature as a transaction.

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    ]]>     1674 no     How to Prime Your Mind For the Future Without reflecting on our experiences and movement towards desired goals, we miss the lessons that will help us assess where we could improve and maintain what is already working.  In this episode, I discuss: Reflections and observations on leading a niche podcast focused on Understanding and Black Unity Why we need to be intentional about our connections The importance of challenging the stories from mass media we consume and embracing new media Acknowledging the barriers and difficulties we face and not running away from or avoiding them Using value systems and a similar mindset as a basis to connect with others Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0000 How to Prime Your Mind For the Future full 2021 36 Monique Russell Without reflecting on our experiences and movement towards desired goals, we miss the lessons that will help us assess where we could improve and maintain what is already working.  In this episode, I discuss: Reflections and observations on leading a niche podcast focused on Understanding and Black Unity Why we need to be intentional about our connections The importance of challenging the stories from mass media we consume and embracing new media Acknowledging the barriers and difficulties we face and not running away from or avoiding them Using value systems and a similar mindset as a basis to connect with others Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Without reflecting on our experiences and movement towards desired goals, we miss the lessons that will help us assess where we could improve and maintain what is already working. 

    In this episode, I discuss:

    1. Reflections and observations on leading a niche podcast focused on Understanding and Black Unity
    2. Why we need to be intentional about our connections
    3. The importance of challenging the stories from mass media we consume and embracing new media
    4. Acknowledging the barriers and difficulties we face and not running away from or avoiding them

    Using value systems and a similar mindset as a basis to connect with others



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    ]]>     836 no     Why Re-Connecting to Your Country of Origin is a Gift Have you ever felt disenfranchised from your country of origin? Have you chosen to disconnect and disassociate with where you are from because of pain, and pressure? Many immigrants choose to disconnect from their origin country not realizing that it symbolizes a disconnection of self. When you become aware of your history and understand the impact of re-connecting, you can leverage the greatest gifts you have available. Clara Angelina Diaz, the founder of the ClaraFying Coaching and Consulting Institute, shares her journey to not only reconnect with her country of origin in the Dominican Republic but embrace her origin of Africa. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Clara Angelina Diaz-Angerson: LinkedIn | Instagram  Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Why Re-Connecting to Your Country of Origin is a Gift full 2021 35 Monique Russell Have you ever felt disenfranchised from your country of origin? Have you chosen to disconnect and disassociate with where you are from because of pain, and pressure? Many immigrants choose to disconnect from their origin country not realizing that it symbolizes a disconnection of self. When you become aware of your history and understand the impact of re-connecting, you can leverage the greatest gifts you have available. Clara Angelina Diaz, the founder of the ClaraFying Coaching and Consulting Institute, shares her journey to not only reconnect with her country of origin in the Dominican Republic but embrace her origin of Africa. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Clara Angelina Diaz-Angerson: LinkedIn | Instagram  Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever felt disenfranchised from your country of origin? Have you chosen to disconnect and disassociate with where you are from because of pain, and pressure? Many immigrants choose to disconnect from their origin country not realizing that it symbolizes a disconnection of self. When you become aware of your history and understand the impact of re-connecting, you can leverage the greatest gifts you have available. Clara Angelina Diaz, the founder of the ClaraFying Coaching and Consulting Institute, shares her journey to not only reconnect with her country of origin in the Dominican Republic but embrace her origin of Africa.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     1682 no     Premium Business Branding Strategies Nick Nelson is an award-winning visionary Marketing and Brand Executive. As CEO of BRANDPRENUER Nick helps remarkable people who show up well in person show up just as well online by developing brand strategies, creating assets (photography, videography graphic design, web design), and teaching clients how to GET NOTICED by creating custom content across social media channels.How can I have more impact? This is a question many people ask. Nick Nelson tells us to perform a self-audit. Ask, “who am I today?”. “Is it time to solve a different problem?” Stop competing and start collaborating more and remember that your Blackness is your Superpower. This is the formula for premium business branding success. Expose yourself to other cultures and in my doing so you open up yourself to learn more. When you learn more, you become more valuable.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Nick Nelson: LinkedIn | Instagram | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Premium Business Branding Strategies full 2021 34 Monique Russell Nick Nelson is an award-winning visionary Marketing and Brand Executive. As CEO of BRANDPRENUER Nick helps remarkable people who show up well in person show up just as well online by developing brand strategies, creating assets (photography, videography graphic design, web design), and teaching clients how to GET NOTICED by creating custom content across social media channels.How can I have more impact? This is a question many people ask. Nick Nelson tells us to perform a self-audit. Ask, “who am I today?”. “Is it time to solve a different problem?” Stop competing and start collaborating more and remember that your Blackness is your Superpower. This is the formula for premium business branding success. Expose yourself to other cultures and in my doing so you open up yourself to learn more. When you learn more, you become more valuable.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Nick Nelson: LinkedIn | Instagram | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Nick Nelson is an award-winning visionary Marketing and Brand Executive. As CEO of BRANDPRENUER Nick helps remarkable people who show up well in person show up just as well online by developing brand strategies, creating assets (photography, videography graphic design, web design), and teaching clients how to GET NOTICED by creating custom content across social media channels.

    How can I have more impact? This is a question many people ask. Nick Nelson tells us to perform a self-audit. Ask, “who am I today?”. “Is it time to solve a different problem?” Stop competing and start collaborating more and remember that your Blackness is your Superpower.

    This is the formula for premium business branding success. Expose yourself to other cultures and in my doing so you open up yourself to learn more. When you learn more, you become more valuable. 


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    ]]>     1963 no     How to Free Yourself from Oppression and Trauma The process of releasing old and current wounds and traumas is not easy., Take it from Rahila Khan who has lived in South Africa under apartheid and the racial and social hierarchy of discrimination and racism. What helped her was learning how to love herself and learning how to re-program her DNA by auditing thoughts, behaviors, feelings, and emotions from herself and her ancestral lineage. Rahila Khan is an internationally accredited Journey Practitioner and a Specialist Facilitator in Emotional and Spiritual Intelligence Programs - Human Values and Professional Ethics (personal and corporate)  in developing human potential. She is an entrepreneur and a community development worker, too.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Rahila Khan: LinkedIn |Facebook| Instagram Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0000 How to Free Yourself from Oppression and Trauma full 2021 33 Monique Russell The process of releasing old and current wounds and traumas is not easy., Take it from Rahila Khan who has lived in South Africa under apartheid and the racial and social hierarchy of discrimination and racism. What helped her was learning how to love herself and learning how to re-program her DNA by auditing thoughts, behaviors, feelings, and emotions from herself and her ancestral lineage. Rahila Khan is an internationally accredited Journey Practitioner and a Specialist Facilitator in Emotional and Spiritual Intelligence Programs - Human Values and Professional Ethics (personal and corporate)  in developing human potential. She is an entrepreneur and a community development worker, too.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Rahila Khan: LinkedIn |Facebook| Instagram Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The process of releasing old and current wounds and traumas is not easy., Take it from Rahila Khan who has lived in South Africa under apartheid and the racial and social hierarchy of discrimination and racism. What helped her was learning how to love herself and learning how to re-program her DNA by auditing thoughts, behaviors, feelings, and emotions from herself and her ancestral lineage.

    Rahila Khan is an internationally accredited Journey Practitioner and a Specialist Facilitator in Emotional and Spiritual Intelligence Programs - Human Values and Professional Ethics (personal and corporate)  in developing human potential. She is an entrepreneur and a community development worker, too.

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    ]]>     2429 no     Cultural Struggles are Standard in Immigrant Life In the guest chair for this episode is Paula Okonneh. Paula Okonneh is a woman in Tech leader and entrepreneur. As a self described Tech lover, this baby boomer sees herself as an encourager to other women especially seasoned immigrant women who struggle to have a voice while at the same time being intimidated by technology. What do you do when you are an immigrant in another country? How do you plan to be successful and embrace the unknown? Cultural struggles are a standard part of immigrant life. Even if you successfully adapt, and remain flexible, understand that differences and misunderstandings are a part of the process. In order to avoid succumbing to negative thoughts about your status as an immigrant, keep an open mind, understand the nuances and differences of the cultures you are leaving and moving into, recognize that struggles are a part of the story, and learn to showcase yourself.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Paula Okonneh: LinkedIn | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Cultural Struggles are Standard in Immigrant Life full 2021 32 Monique Russell In the guest chair for this episode is Paula Okonneh. Paula Okonneh is a woman in Tech leader and entrepreneur. As a self described Tech lover, this baby boomer sees herself as an encourager to other women especially seasoned immigrant women who struggle to have a voice while at the same time being intimidated by technology. What do you do when you are an immigrant in another country? How do you plan to be successful and embrace the unknown? Cultural struggles are a standard part of immigrant life. Even if you successfully adapt, and remain flexible, understand that differences and misunderstandings are a part of the process. In order to avoid succumbing to negative thoughts about your status as an immigrant, keep an open mind, understand the nuances and differences of the cultures you are leaving and moving into, recognize that struggles are a part of the story, and learn to showcase yourself.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Paula Okonneh: LinkedIn | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the guest chair for this episode is Paula Okonneh. Paula Okonneh is a woman in Tech leader and entrepreneur. As a self described Tech lover, this baby boomer sees herself as an encourager to other women especially seasoned immigrant women who struggle to have a voice while at the same time being intimidated by technology.

    What do you do when you are an immigrant in another country? How do you plan to be successful and embrace the unknown? Cultural struggles are a standard part of immigrant life. Even if you successfully adapt, and remain flexible, understand that differences and misunderstandings are a part of the process. In order to avoid succumbing to negative thoughts about your status as an immigrant, keep an open mind, understand the nuances and differences of the cultures you are leaving and moving into, recognize that struggles are a part of the story, and learn to showcase yourself.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     2389 no     Constructive Conflict Perry Rhue is an Executive and Leadership Development Coach, and former internal Leadership Coach at IBM. Perry is also the founder of The Rising Awareness Journey, a social change movement equipping professionals with the skillset to effectively navigate through the “difficult and challenging” conversations about racism and social issues of the past, present, and future. In this episode, Perry and Monique explore questions like: How have you been influenced by white superiority coupled with racism? Do you know? How does this ideological system influence and impact your life? Being able to embrace the difficult, and messy conversations around race starts here. To be an activist in this area, connect with like-spirited and courageous people, understand that coaches are healers by trade so connect with those who are at the forefront of these conversations, and mend the fractured bone of conflict by being curious FOR others.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Perry Rhue: Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Constructive Conflict full 2021 31 Monique Russell Perry Rhue is an Executive and Leadership Development Coach, and former internal Leadership Coach at IBM. Perry is also the founder of The Rising Awareness Journey, a social change movement equipping professionals with the skillset to effectively navigate through the “difficult and challenging” conversations about racism and social issues of the past, present, and future. In this episode, Perry and Monique explore questions like: How have you been influenced by white superiority coupled with racism? Do you know? How does this ideological system influence and impact your life? Being able to embrace the difficult, and messy conversations around race starts here. To be an activist in this area, connect with like-spirited and courageous people, understand that coaches are healers by trade so connect with those who are at the forefront of these conversations, and mend the fractured bone of conflict by being curious FOR others.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Perry Rhue: Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Perry Rhue is an Executive and Leadership Development Coach, and former internal Leadership Coach at IBM. Perry is also the founder of The Rising Awareness Journey, a social change movement equipping professionals with the skillset to effectively navigate through the “difficult and challenging” conversations about racism and social issues of the past, present, and future.

    In this episode, Perry and Monique explore questions like: How have you been influenced by white superiority coupled with racism? Do you know? How does this ideological system influence and impact your life? Being able to embrace the difficult, and messy conversations around race starts here. To be an activist in this area, connect with like-spirited and courageous people, understand that coaches are healers by trade so connect with those who are at the forefront of these conversations, and mend the fractured bone of conflict by being curious FOR others.



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    ]]>     2694 no     Self-Awareness & The Black Family Even if you grew up in a stable, supportive household, you can still find yourself in a position of unhealthy communication. You can find yourself not caring about others, but when family members support you consistently and persistently by telling you the truth about yourself, it can open the door to empathy, love, and lasting relationships. Learning how to agree to disagree takes time, self-awareness, and a recognition that you may be hurting those you love.Marlon Addison is a family 1st oriented Sales and Marketing Leader who thrives on the interdependency between Sales and Data Analytics. Over 20 years of experience in the Healthcare arena but drawn to Sales, Marketing, and Education all while building and steadying relationships. Call him the "Sales Whisperer".Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Marlon Addison: LinkedIn | Twitter Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Self-Awareness & The Black Family full 2021 30 Monique Russell Even if you grew up in a stable, supportive household, you can still find yourself in a position of unhealthy communication. You can find yourself not caring about others, but when family members support you consistently and persistently by telling you the truth about yourself, it can open the door to empathy, love, and lasting relationships. Learning how to agree to disagree takes time, self-awareness, and a recognition that you may be hurting those you love.Marlon Addison is a family 1st oriented Sales and Marketing Leader who thrives on the interdependency between Sales and Data Analytics. Over 20 years of experience in the Healthcare arena but drawn to Sales, Marketing, and Education all while building and steadying relationships. Call him the "Sales Whisperer".Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Marlon Addison: LinkedIn | Twitter Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Even if you grew up in a stable, supportive household, you can still find yourself in a position of unhealthy communication. You can find yourself not caring about others, but when family members support you consistently and persistently by telling you the truth about yourself, it can open the door to empathy, love, and lasting relationships. Learning how to agree to disagree takes time, self-awareness, and a recognition that you may be hurting those you love.

    Marlon Addison is a family 1st oriented Sales and Marketing Leader who thrives on the interdependency between Sales and Data Analytics. Over 20 years of experience in the Healthcare arena but drawn to Sales, Marketing, and Education all while building and steadying relationships. Call him the "Sales Whisperer".

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    ]]>     2073 no     When is Exclusion Appropriate? Unity does not mean uniformity or conformity. There is strength in our diversity. Where do we start when we cannot relate to someone we don’t share similar values with or have not had similar experiences to.  We begin by sharing stories in a communal way. This leads to the aspect of relatability and empathy. For years, oral traditions and practices allowed us to leverage verbalizing wins and challenges as a way to foster mental and emotional wellbeing and healing.  In this episode, I discuss: When exclusion is appropriate The skills of active listening and holding space for other people’s experiences How we can de-center our experience and open our minds to empathy when we cannot relate Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0000 When is Exclusion Appropriate? full 2021 29 Monique Russell Unity does not mean uniformity or conformity. There is strength in our diversity. Where do we start when we cannot relate to someone we don’t share similar values with or have not had similar experiences to.  We begin by sharing stories in a communal way. This leads to the aspect of relatability and empathy. For years, oral traditions and practices allowed us to leverage verbalizing wins and challenges as a way to foster mental and emotional wellbeing and healing.  In this episode, I discuss: When exclusion is appropriate The skills of active listening and holding space for other people’s experiences How we can de-center our experience and open our minds to empathy when we cannot relate Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Unity does not mean uniformity or conformity. There is strength in our diversity. Where do we start when we cannot relate to someone we don’t share similar values with or have not had similar experiences to. 

    We begin by sharing stories in a communal way. This leads to the aspect of relatability and empathy. For years, oral traditions and practices allowed us to leverage verbalizing wins and challenges as a way to foster mental and emotional wellbeing and healing. 

    In this episode, I discuss:

    1. When exclusion is appropriate
    2. The skills of active listening and holding space for other people’s experiences
    3. How we can de-center our experience and open our minds to empathy when we cannot relate


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    ]]>     865 no     Don’t Automate A Broken Process Rob Howze teaches us the process he uses to maximize his individual performance: Self-reflection, self-correction and humility. Reflect daily on your decisions and choices. Correct any choices and decisions that were not good for you and remain humble. This process is a system youth can embrace. Many children struggle with the barrier and distraction of their identity and confidence. Not surprisingly, so do adults. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Rob Howze: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Don’t Automate A Broken Process full 2021 28 Monique Russell Rob Howze teaches us the process he uses to maximize his individual performance: Self-reflection, self-correction and humility. Reflect daily on your decisions and choices. Correct any choices and decisions that were not good for you and remain humble. This process is a system youth can embrace. Many children struggle with the barrier and distraction of their identity and confidence. Not surprisingly, so do adults. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Rob Howze: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Rob Howze teaches us the process he uses to maximize his individual performance: Self-reflection, self-correction and humility. Reflect daily on your decisions and choices. Correct any choices and decisions that were not good for you and remain humble. This process is a system youth can embrace. Many children struggle with the barrier and distraction of their identity and confidence. Not surprisingly, so do adults.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     2006 no     Human Communication: Language Legacy P.S. Perkins is the Founder and Senior Consultant of the Human Communication Institute (www.hci-global.com). In this episode, P.S. Perkins discusses spirituality as a source of connection. Words are powerful and are units of energy. Examine to see whether the words and verbiage you use are uplifting to yourself AND others. Emotional contagion is very real and we need to be mindful of the communication climate we are exhibiting with our energies. If we long to truly be inclusive as Black people, we must examine the root of the language we use. The English language was not created to uplift Black people. When you explore words that are degrading, or limiting, be intentional in removing them from your vocabulary or lexicon. For example, “minority”, “subculture”, “second-class citizen”.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Pamela Perkins: LinkedIn | Facebook | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Human Communication: Language Legacy full 2021 27 Monique Russell P.S. Perkins is the Founder and Senior Consultant of the Human Communication Institute (www.hci-global.com). In this episode, P.S. Perkins discusses spirituality as a source of connection. Words are powerful and are units of energy. Examine to see whether the words and verbiage you use are uplifting to yourself AND others. Emotional contagion is very real and we need to be mindful of the communication climate we are exhibiting with our energies. If we long to truly be inclusive as Black people, we must examine the root of the language we use. The English language was not created to uplift Black people. When you explore words that are degrading, or limiting, be intentional in removing them from your vocabulary or lexicon. For example, “minority”, “subculture”, “second-class citizen”.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Pamela Perkins: LinkedIn | Facebook | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    P.S. Perkins is the Founder and Senior Consultant of the Human Communication Institute (www.hci-global.com). In this episode, P.S. Perkins discusses spirituality as a source of connection. Words are powerful and are units of energy. Examine to see whether the words and verbiage you use are uplifting to yourself AND others. Emotional contagion is very real and we need to be mindful of the communication climate we are exhibiting with our energies.

    If we long to truly be inclusive as Black people, we must examine the root of the language we use. The English language was not created to uplift Black people. When you explore words that are degrading, or limiting, be intentional in removing them from your vocabulary or lexicon. For example, “minority”, “subculture”, “second-class citizen”. 

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     2957 no     Hurt by Words Because of Skin Color: Language is the Differentiator Dr. Terri-Karelle Reid is quite the multi-hyphenate. She is a bilingual Veterinarian-turned-Media Personality, TV Presenter, Event Host, Speaker, and Podcast host of 'Redirection with Terri-Karelle."  “We are more than what we see” are the words Terri’s grandmother imprinted in her psyche from Day 1. This belief and the intentional actions to expose yourself to the world beyond your culture is what set Terri to be curious of people and places off the beaten path. In order to re-define ourselves as Black people, we must study Black historians and read the literature. We must glean wisdom from them to see Black not as skin color, but Black as a powerful identity.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Terri Karelle:  Instagram  Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Hurt by Words Because of Skin Color: Language is the Differentiator full 2021 26 Monique Russell Dr. Terri-Karelle Reid is quite the multi-hyphenate. She is a bilingual Veterinarian-turned-Media Personality, TV Presenter, Event Host, Speaker, and Podcast host of 'Redirection with Terri-Karelle."  “We are more than what we see” are the words Terri’s grandmother imprinted in her psyche from Day 1. This belief and the intentional actions to expose yourself to the world beyond your culture is what set Terri to be curious of people and places off the beaten path. In order to re-define ourselves as Black people, we must study Black historians and read the literature. We must glean wisdom from them to see Black not as skin color, but Black as a powerful identity.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Terri Karelle:  Instagram  Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Terri-Karelle Reid is quite the multi-hyphenate. She is a bilingual Veterinarian-turned-Media Personality, TV Presenter, Event Host, Speaker, and Podcast host of 'Redirection with Terri-Karelle." 


    “We are more than what we see” are the words Terri’s grandmother imprinted in her psyche from Day 1. This belief and the intentional actions to expose yourself to the world beyond your culture is what set Terri to be curious of people and places off the beaten path. In order to re-define ourselves as Black people, we must study Black historians and read the literature. We must glean wisdom from them to see Black not as skin color, but Black as a powerful identity. 

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     2103 no     Black Cultures Intersect: The Power of the Talking Drum Melody Capote is the Executive Director of the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI). In this episode, Melody shared that arts, music, dance, and sacred practices are all forms of cultural expression that unite us as Black people. If we look at the drum, for example, and its many uses, we see the intersectionality of traditions and practices that unite us. Visual and musical forms of storytelling provide understanding and they are the traditional language of Black people. Self-preservation and personal activism is one way we as Black people can strengthen confidence, and extend the olive branch. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Melody Capote: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Black Cultures Intersect: The Power of the Talking Drum full 2021 25 Monique Russell Melody Capote is the Executive Director of the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI). In this episode, Melody shared that arts, music, dance, and sacred practices are all forms of cultural expression that unite us as Black people. If we look at the drum, for example, and its many uses, we see the intersectionality of traditions and practices that unite us. Visual and musical forms of storytelling provide understanding and they are the traditional language of Black people. Self-preservation and personal activism is one way we as Black people can strengthen confidence, and extend the olive branch. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Melody Capote: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Melody Capote is the Executive Director of the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI). In this episode, Melody shared that arts, music, dance, and sacred practices are all forms of cultural expression that unite us as Black people. If we look at the drum, for example, and its many uses, we see the intersectionality of traditions and practices that unite us. Visual and musical forms of storytelling provide understanding and they are the traditional language of Black people. Self-preservation and personal activism is one way we as Black people can strengthen confidence, and extend the olive branch.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     2492 no     New Media Storytelling: The Bridge to Black Ancestral Connection Mayowa Adegoke (formerly Ogundele) is a multi-talented Nigerian journalist and news correspondent, based in Dubai, where she covers news, business, tech, entertainment and news stories from an African perspective. Mayowa has dedicated her life to impacting lives. "As a journalist, as a media personality, I have a brand. I also have a personality and social media presence. Using our personal social media and brand, or whatever we have control over, we need to use those platforms to create the reality we want. We need to use the spaces that we have influence in to amplify stories that need to be told to help the Black community to come together." Someone may hear your story and forget it, but if you impact someone’s life positively, they will never forget your story. You don’t need to influence many people. Focus on one and use the spaces you already have influence and control over to build the bridge with someone else. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Mayowa Adegoke: LinkedIn | Instagram | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 May 2021 04:00:00 -0000 New Media Storytelling: The Bridge to Black Ancestral Connection full 2021 24 Monique Russell Mayowa Adegoke (formerly Ogundele) is a multi-talented Nigerian journalist and news correspondent, based in Dubai, where she covers news, business, tech, entertainment and news stories from an African perspective. Mayowa has dedicated her life to impacting lives. "As a journalist, as a media personality, I have a brand. I also have a personality and social media presence. Using our personal social media and brand, or whatever we have control over, we need to use those platforms to create the reality we want. We need to use the spaces that we have influence in to amplify stories that need to be told to help the Black community to come together." Someone may hear your story and forget it, but if you impact someone’s life positively, they will never forget your story. You don’t need to influence many people. Focus on one and use the spaces you already have influence and control over to build the bridge with someone else. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Mayowa Adegoke: LinkedIn | Instagram | Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mayowa Adegoke (formerly Ogundele) is a multi-talented Nigerian journalist and news correspondent, based in Dubai, where she covers news, business, tech, entertainment and news stories from an African perspective. Mayowa has dedicated her life to impacting lives.

    "As a journalist, as a media personality, I have a brand. I also have a personality and social media presence. Using our personal social media and brand, or whatever we have control over, we need to use those platforms to create the reality we want. We need to use the spaces that we have influence in to amplify stories that need to be told to help the Black community to come together."

    Someone may hear your story and forget it, but if you impact someone’s life positively, they will never forget your story. You don’t need to influence many people. Focus on one and use the spaces you already have influence and control over to build the bridge with someone else.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     1962 no     Respect Your Own Culture: Bite-Sized Advocacy Respecting your culture and becoming an advocate is an immersive learning experience. There is a time and a place for everything. Afro-centric education, and music are gateways to understanding knowledge about who you are as a Black person.  "There are no psychological tricks to takeaway someone’s ability to choose. Modeling, choosing the right timing and advocating in bite size approaches will help you shift perspectives." Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Kelly Blackmon: LinkedIn | Youtube| Website| Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 May 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Respect Your Own Culture: Bite-Sized Advocacy full 2021 23 Monique Russell Respecting your culture and becoming an advocate is an immersive learning experience. There is a time and a place for everything. Afro-centric education, and music are gateways to understanding knowledge about who you are as a Black person.  "There are no psychological tricks to takeaway someone’s ability to choose. Modeling, choosing the right timing and advocating in bite size approaches will help you shift perspectives." Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Kelly Blackmon: LinkedIn | Youtube| Website| Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Respecting your culture and becoming an advocate is an immersive learning experience. There is a time and a place for everything. Afro-centric education, and music are gateways to understanding knowledge about who you are as a Black person. 

    "There are no psychological tricks to takeaway someone’s ability to choose. Modeling, choosing the right timing and advocating in bite size approaches will help you shift perspectives."


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    ]]>     2060 no     Uncage Your Voice Nicky Verd is an International Keynote Speaker and leading thinker on driving innovation and digital transformation through personal disruption. She is Author of the hit book “Disrupt Yourself Or Be Disrupted.” Nicky was recognized by Thinkers360 as one of the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Digital Disruption and Future of Work. She is also the Brand Ambassador for Southern Africa Startup Award. Shame is powerful and it can hold you back from expressing your talent. What do you do when you are ashamed of your own talent? After an emotionally exhausting and crippling divorce, Nicky sought out to become the human disruptor. She needed to heal first before she could go out with her big mission in the world. She took time to do this before bleeding on to other people. Her process involved mentors who had successfully overcome similar obstacles, like Sara Jakes.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Nicky Verd: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Uncage Your Voice full 2021 22 Monique Russell Nicky Verd is an International Keynote Speaker and leading thinker on driving innovation and digital transformation through personal disruption. She is Author of the hit book “Disrupt Yourself Or Be Disrupted.” Nicky was recognized by Thinkers360 as one of the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Digital Disruption and Future of Work. She is also the Brand Ambassador for Southern Africa Startup Award. Shame is powerful and it can hold you back from expressing your talent. What do you do when you are ashamed of your own talent? After an emotionally exhausting and crippling divorce, Nicky sought out to become the human disruptor. She needed to heal first before she could go out with her big mission in the world. She took time to do this before bleeding on to other people. Her process involved mentors who had successfully overcome similar obstacles, like Sara Jakes.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Nicky Verd: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Nicky Verd is an International Keynote Speaker and leading thinker on driving innovation and digital transformation through personal disruption. She is Author of the hit book “Disrupt Yourself Or Be Disrupted.” Nicky was recognized by Thinkers360 as one of the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Digital Disruption and Future of Work. She is also the Brand Ambassador for Southern Africa Startup Award.

    Shame is powerful and it can hold you back from expressing your talent. What do you do when you are ashamed of your own talent? After an emotionally exhausting and crippling divorce, Nicky sought out to become the human disruptor. She needed to heal first before she could go out with her big mission in the world. She took time to do this before bleeding on to other people. Her process involved mentors who had successfully overcome similar obstacles, like Sara Jakes. 


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    ]]>     1673 no     Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow "Don’t be afraid to experiment with video storytelling. Trust your gut and avoid being a perfectionist."Black Leadership influences what we see and hear in the media. When sharing positive Black stories, aligning yourself with leaders who can help you amplify your message is a must. It is not always about money, but a lot of times, it is. Your passion and love for what you do will help you to deliver quality results to those who are watching. Make your message universally accessible and can be understood even without language by using motion pictures, and timely creatives.About Edie ClarkeEdie Clarke has worked for a TV director/producer, on a short film, as a production coordinator for 2 major TV networks, then later as an Art Department Manager at Sony Pictures Imageworks. She is now an independent video producer at Virtually in Sync. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Edie Clarke: LinkedIn | Youtube Email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow full 2021 21 Monique Russell "Don’t be afraid to experiment with video storytelling. Trust your gut and avoid being a perfectionist."Black Leadership influences what we see and hear in the media. When sharing positive Black stories, aligning yourself with leaders who can help you amplify your message is a must. It is not always about money, but a lot of times, it is. Your passion and love for what you do will help you to deliver quality results to those who are watching. Make your message universally accessible and can be understood even without language by using motion pictures, and timely creatives.About Edie ClarkeEdie Clarke has worked for a TV director/producer, on a short film, as a production coordinator for 2 major TV networks, then later as an Art Department Manager at Sony Pictures Imageworks. She is now an independent video producer at Virtually in Sync. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Edie Clarke: LinkedIn | Youtube Email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Don’t be afraid to experiment with video storytelling. Trust your gut and avoid being a perfectionist."


    Black Leadership influences what we see and hear in the media. When sharing positive Black stories, aligning yourself with leaders who can help you amplify your message is a must. It is not always about money, but a lot of times, it is. Your passion and love for what you do will help you to deliver quality results to those who are watching. Make your message universally accessible and can be understood even without language by using motion pictures, and timely creatives.

    About Edie Clarke
    Edie Clarke has worked for a TV director/producer, on a short film, as a production coordinator for 2 major TV networks, then later as an Art Department Manager at Sony Pictures Imageworks. She is now an independent video producer at Virtually in Sync.



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    ]]>     2278 no     Diversity and Inclusion in Black Cultures I just had to bring these ladies back for a joint episode and when you listen to it you will understand why. Jessica Reed is a writer, youth educator, and proud ice cream lover from Detroit, Michigan. She first appeared in episode 4.Jennifer Tomlinson is a college Professor of African American Studies and Interim Dean of Learning Support. She first appeared in episode 6. In this episode we discussed:  The definitions of colorist, elitism, and classism. How colorism, elitism, classism as being a trauma response in Black Cultures. The difference between a generalization and a stereotype and how adding stereotypes to a generalization is where it becomes problematic.  Learning and understanding history in order to move forward.   Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Jennifer Tomlinson: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website| Youtube Connect with Jessica -  Instagram | Website Connect with Monique with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Mar 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Diversity and Inclusion in Black Cultures full 2021 20 Monique Russell I just had to bring these ladies back for a joint episode and when you listen to it you will understand why. Jessica Reed is a writer, youth educator, and proud ice cream lover from Detroit, Michigan. She first appeared in episode 4.Jennifer Tomlinson is a college Professor of African American Studies and Interim Dean of Learning Support. She first appeared in episode 6. In this episode we discussed:  The definitions of colorist, elitism, and classism. How colorism, elitism, classism as being a trauma response in Black Cultures. The difference between a generalization and a stereotype and how adding stereotypes to a generalization is where it becomes problematic.  Learning and understanding history in order to move forward.   Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Jennifer Tomlinson: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website| Youtube Connect with Jessica -  Instagram | Website Connect with Monique with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices I just had to bring these ladies back for a joint episode and when you listen to it you will understand why.

    Jessica Reed is a writer, youth educator, and proud ice cream lover from Detroit, Michigan. She first appeared in episode 4.

    Jennifer Tomlinson is a college Professor of African American Studies and Interim Dean of Learning Support. She first appeared in episode 6.

    In this episode we discussed: 

    • The definitions of colorist, elitism, and classism.
    • How colorism, elitism, classism as being a trauma response in Black Cultures.
    • The difference between a generalization and a stereotype and how adding stereotypes to a generalization is where it becomes problematic. 
    • Learning and understanding history in order to move forward.  



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    ]]>     2543 no     Faux Emotional Intelligence & the Journey to True Inner Peace “I think what happens is the more you learn about yourself and embrace it, it is not a surprise but people can no longer use it against you as a weapon, when you honor it and decide whether you like it or not. When I say I don't like that trait about myself, it doesn't matter whatever family, friend, spouse, eco-worker, boss points it out, you say, hey, I agree with you and I am working on that. They don’t have power in that anymore. You have taken your power back because you are not judging yourself. You are not attaching shame. You are not attaching guilt or regret to who you are because you are not meant to be perfect anyway…” Many people are not truly happy and feeling fulfilled and they are not being honest with themselves about their feelings. Becoming your own project means you honor your feelings, and give yourself space and time to process them. Hold up a mirror to yourself and be honest about what you see. It is through this healing and processing journey that you connect to deep feelings of sisterhood and love. About Tierra Destiny ReidTierra Destiny Reid has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and plenty of stories to tell; however, like many of us, she did not always know how to take the next step and make her voice heard. After publishing her first book, The Power of Peace in a Pause, Tierra Destiny Reid discovered the power of sharing her voice through self-publishing. She was spirit-driven to help others like her: people with powerful stories who may be intimidated by the idea of publishing their own writing. She founded Legacy Publishing Coordinators (LPC), a boutique publishing company and a division of TDR Brands International that encourages others to share their own voices through self-publication.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Tierra Destiny Reid: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 -0000 Faux Emotional Intelligence & the Journey to True Inner Peace full 2021 19 Monique Russell “I think what happens is the more you learn about yourself and embrace it, it is not a surprise but people can no longer use it against you as a weapon, when you honor it and decide whether you like it or not. When I say I don't like that trait about myself, it doesn't matter whatever family, friend, spouse, eco-worker, boss points it out, you say, hey, I agree with you and I am working on that. They don’t have power in that anymore. You have taken your power back because you are not judging yourself. You are not attaching shame. You are not attaching guilt or regret to who you are because you are not meant to be perfect anyway…” Many people are not truly happy and feeling fulfilled and they are not being honest with themselves about their feelings. Becoming your own project means you honor your feelings, and give yourself space and time to process them. Hold up a mirror to yourself and be honest about what you see. It is through this healing and processing journey that you connect to deep feelings of sisterhood and love. About Tierra Destiny ReidTierra Destiny Reid has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and plenty of stories to tell; however, like many of us, she did not always know how to take the next step and make her voice heard. After publishing her first book, The Power of Peace in a Pause, Tierra Destiny Reid discovered the power of sharing her voice through self-publishing. She was spirit-driven to help others like her: people with powerful stories who may be intimidated by the idea of publishing their own writing. She founded Legacy Publishing Coordinators (LPC), a boutique publishing company and a division of TDR Brands International that encourages others to share their own voices through self-publication.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Tierra Destiny Reid: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “I think what happens is the more you learn about yourself and embrace it, it is not a surprise but people can no longer use it against you as a weapon, when you honor it and decide whether you like it or not. When I say I don't like that trait about myself, it doesn't matter whatever family, friend, spouse, eco-worker, boss points it out, you say, hey, I agree with you and I am working on that. They don’t have power in that anymore. You have taken your power back because you are not judging yourself. You are not attaching shame. You are not attaching guilt or regret to who you are because you are not meant to be perfect anyway…”

    Many people are not truly happy and feeling fulfilled and they are not being honest with themselves about their feelings. Becoming your own project means you honor your feelings, and give yourself space and time to process them. Hold up a mirror to yourself and be honest about what you see. It is through this healing and processing journey that you connect to deep feelings of sisterhood and love.

    About Tierra Destiny Reid
    Tierra Destiny Reid has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and plenty of stories to tell; however, like many of us, she did not always know how to take the next step and make her voice heard. After publishing her first book, The Power of Peace in a Pause, Tierra Destiny Reid discovered the power of sharing her voice through self-publishing. She was spirit-driven to help others like her: people with powerful stories who may be intimidated by the idea of publishing their own writing. She founded Legacy Publishing Coordinators (LPC), a boutique publishing company and a division of TDR Brands International that encourages others to share their own voices through self-publication.

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    ]]>     2742 no     Alternative Education & Self-Identity Alternative environments and exposure at an early age prime individuals to live a life of nonconformity, and challenge the status quo. This early foundation helps to create a pathway to self-discovery. When your environment is predominantly different from people that look like you, it can create feelings of disassociation of self and a disconnect to your Black culture and heritage. However, when you are exposed to other environments that affirm who you are, it can build a bridge to self and others. About Walter Gainer IIWalter Gainer II is a problem-solving creative that helps people and businesses develop their brands, manage projects, and create content that tells stories. He grew up in Charleston SC, traveled to China, got a scholarship to play soccer in college when America still looked at it as a White sport. He was homeschooled while in high school and took dual credit classes to get college credits. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Walter Gainer II: LinkedIn | LinkedIn Walter Gainer II| Twitter Bosslocks| Twitter Walter Gainer II| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Alternative Education & Self-Identity full 2021 18 Monique Russell Alternative environments and exposure at an early age prime individuals to live a life of nonconformity, and challenge the status quo. This early foundation helps to create a pathway to self-discovery. When your environment is predominantly different from people that look like you, it can create feelings of disassociation of self and a disconnect to your Black culture and heritage. However, when you are exposed to other environments that affirm who you are, it can build a bridge to self and others. About Walter Gainer IIWalter Gainer II is a problem-solving creative that helps people and businesses develop their brands, manage projects, and create content that tells stories. He grew up in Charleston SC, traveled to China, got a scholarship to play soccer in college when America still looked at it as a White sport. He was homeschooled while in high school and took dual credit classes to get college credits. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Walter Gainer II: LinkedIn | LinkedIn Walter Gainer II| Twitter Bosslocks| Twitter Walter Gainer II| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alternative environments and exposure at an early age prime individuals to live a life of nonconformity, and challenge the status quo. This early foundation helps to create a pathway to self-discovery. When your environment is predominantly different from people that look like you, it can create feelings of disassociation of self and a disconnect to your Black culture and heritage. However, when you are exposed to other environments that affirm who you are, it can build a bridge to self and others.

    About Walter Gainer II
    Walter Gainer II is a problem-solving creative that helps people and businesses develop their brands, manage projects, and create content that tells stories.

    He grew up in Charleston SC, traveled to China, got a scholarship to play soccer in college when America still looked at it as a White sport. He was homeschooled while in high school and took dual credit classes to get college credits.


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    ]]>     1988 no     Comparing the Black African and American Lived Experience Fatsani Dogani is a nurse, published author, entrepreneur, speaker, healthcare consultant, and also considers herself a global citizen. Born in Malawi and now based in California Fatsani was blessed with the opportunity to live in Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, and the United Kingdom. As a self professed  global citizen Fatsani goes by the adage that our experiences shape our opinions and it is only through opening ourselves up to our biases that we can create the opportunities for discourse that can help us forge ahead as a society. She admits that she held her own biased  opinions about African Americans that were acquired through her own misguided misconceptions.  Watching the Netflix Documentary 13th provided her with a different lens in which to view her fellow black man/woman. Having a black husband and two black sons has also given her a different way of viewing the lived american experience.  Comparing the Black experience of American and African peoples are born out of ignorance. But when you have an eye-opening experience in understanding the history of a people, you can have more empathy, compassion and understanding of their journey. Seek to understand, don’t compare your story to another person’s story, share what you learn with others and stay open to learning. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Fatsani Dogani: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Dogani, PHD Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Comparing the Black African and American Lived Experience full 2021 17 Monique Russell Fatsani Dogani is a nurse, published author, entrepreneur, speaker, healthcare consultant, and also considers herself a global citizen. Born in Malawi and now based in California Fatsani was blessed with the opportunity to live in Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, and the United Kingdom. As a self professed  global citizen Fatsani goes by the adage that our experiences shape our opinions and it is only through opening ourselves up to our biases that we can create the opportunities for discourse that can help us forge ahead as a society. She admits that she held her own biased  opinions about African Americans that were acquired through her own misguided misconceptions.  Watching the Netflix Documentary 13th provided her with a different lens in which to view her fellow black man/woman. Having a black husband and two black sons has also given her a different way of viewing the lived american experience.  Comparing the Black experience of American and African peoples are born out of ignorance. But when you have an eye-opening experience in understanding the history of a people, you can have more empathy, compassion and understanding of their journey. Seek to understand, don’t compare your story to another person’s story, share what you learn with others and stay open to learning. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Fatsani Dogani: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Dogani, PHD Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fatsani Dogani is a nurse, published author, entrepreneur, speaker, healthcare consultant, and also considers herself a global citizen. Born in Malawi and now based in California Fatsani was blessed with the opportunity to live in Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, and the United Kingdom.

    As a self professed  global citizen Fatsani goes by the adage that our experiences shape our opinions and it is only through opening ourselves up to our biases that we can create the opportunities for discourse that can help us forge ahead as a society. She admits that she held her own biased  opinions about African Americans that were acquired through her own misguided misconceptions.  Watching the Netflix Documentary 13th provided her with a different lens in which to view her fellow black man/woman. Having a black husband and two black sons has also given her a different way of viewing the lived american experience. 

    Comparing the Black experience of American and African peoples are born out of ignorance. But when you have an eye-opening experience in understanding the history of a people, you can have more empathy, compassion and understanding of their journey. Seek to understand, don’t compare your story to another person’s story, share what you learn with others and stay open to learning.


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    ]]>     1845 no     Colorism and Hair "Colorism and hair influence who you date and marry..."The power of identity and understanding oneself can lead to connecting and understanding other people. Hair is a powerful part of the way Black people view and see themselves.  Start within to embrace all parts of who you are.  Take an active role in learning your history and others’ history.  Take action and be vocal about standing up for others and fully expressing who you are.  About Judy McCutcheonFor the past 20 years, Judy McCutcheon worked extensively within the Caribbean region, North and Central America, teaching middle managers how to find new revenue streams, lead effectively in their teams, and increase their company’s bottom line. She has  also worked with them to find solutions to their personal financial struggles. She is the Managing Partner of Go Blue Inc a management consulting firm that focuses on middle managers and helps them lead their people effectively so they can impact the bottom line in a positive way. Her background is in Organizational Psychology and Accounting and she has written over 100+ articles on finance. Her clients include the University of the West Indies- Open Campus, Grenada Electricity Corporation, Grenada Airport Authority, Digicel Grenada to name a few. She is an active member and past President of the Rotary Club of Grenada and calls herself the Badass Coach. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Judy McCutcheon: LinkedIn | Website| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Colorism and Hair full 2021 16 Monique Russell "Colorism and hair influence who you date and marry..."The power of identity and understanding oneself can lead to connecting and understanding other people. Hair is a powerful part of the way Black people view and see themselves.  Start within to embrace all parts of who you are.  Take an active role in learning your history and others’ history.  Take action and be vocal about standing up for others and fully expressing who you are.  About Judy McCutcheonFor the past 20 years, Judy McCutcheon worked extensively within the Caribbean region, North and Central America, teaching middle managers how to find new revenue streams, lead effectively in their teams, and increase their company’s bottom line. She has  also worked with them to find solutions to their personal financial struggles. She is the Managing Partner of Go Blue Inc a management consulting firm that focuses on middle managers and helps them lead their people effectively so they can impact the bottom line in a positive way. Her background is in Organizational Psychology and Accounting and she has written over 100+ articles on finance. Her clients include the University of the West Indies- Open Campus, Grenada Electricity Corporation, Grenada Airport Authority, Digicel Grenada to name a few. She is an active member and past President of the Rotary Club of Grenada and calls herself the Badass Coach. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Judy McCutcheon: LinkedIn | Website| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Colorism and hair influence who you date and marry..."

    The power of identity and understanding oneself can lead to connecting and understanding other people. Hair is a powerful part of the way Black people view and see themselves. 

    1. Start within to embrace all parts of who you are. 
    2. Take an active role in learning your history and others’ history. 
    3. Take action and be vocal about standing up for others and fully expressing who you are. 


    About Judy McCutcheon
    For the past 20 years, Judy McCutcheon worked extensively within the Caribbean region, North and Central America, teaching middle managers how to find new revenue streams, lead effectively in their teams, and increase their company’s bottom line. She has  also worked with them to find solutions to their personal financial struggles.

    She is the Managing Partner of Go Blue Inc a management consulting firm that focuses on middle managers and helps them lead their people effectively so they can impact the bottom line in a positive way.

    Her background is in Organizational Psychology and Accounting and she has written over 100+ articles on finance.

    Her clients include the University of the West Indies- Open Campus, Grenada Electricity Corporation, Grenada Airport Authority, Digicel Grenada to name a few.

    She is an active member and past President of the Rotary Club of Grenada and calls herself the Badass Coach.


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    ]]>     2745 no     Activism and Active Listening Have you ever considered yourself to be an activist? You may be one already and aren’t aware of it. There is nothing more challenging than moving through life without intention and that includes activism.  We thrive on creating what Micky Scottbey Jones calls Brave Space.  In this episode, I discuss: The 5 things you need to consider when being an Activist The skills you need to develop and master when connecting with other Black cultures The role and responsibilities I am participating in as a Black cultural unity activist Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Activism and Active Listening bonus 2021 Monique Russell Have you ever considered yourself to be an activist? You may be one already and aren’t aware of it. There is nothing more challenging than moving through life without intention and that includes activism.  We thrive on creating what Micky Scottbey Jones calls Brave Space.  In this episode, I discuss: The 5 things you need to consider when being an Activist The skills you need to develop and master when connecting with other Black cultures The role and responsibilities I am participating in as a Black cultural unity activist Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever considered yourself to be an activist? You may be one already and aren’t aware of it. There is nothing more challenging than moving through life without intention and that includes activism. 

    We thrive on creating what Micky Scottbey Jones calls Brave Space. 

    In this episode, I discuss:

    1. The 5 things you need to consider when being an Activist
    2. The skills you need to develop and master when connecting with other Black cultures
    3. The role and responsibilities I am participating in as a Black cultural unity activist


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     1506 no     Global Chamber of Commerce for The African Diaspora Have you ever wondered why Black people and nations seem to have difficulty doing business with each other? Dr. Melida Harris Barrow dissects the patterns that Black people have been educated to serve instead of create and build. In addition, many black nations, particularly in Africa, tend to do business with the country of the colonizer as opposed to doing business with each other, such as within Latin America and the Caribbean. One must understand the truth in order to identify gifts, talents, collaborate  and successfully do business with each other. About Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow is the President and CEO of the 6th region Global Chamber of Commerce. Born in Panama City, Panama, and headquartered in the United States Miami, Florida,she has over the past twenty-six years, served in various capacities in government, international business and private organizations and is known from her accomplishments in entrepreneurship, humanitarianism, social and political development. Today Dr, Barrow is the universal peace ambassador for Panama, an author, motivational speaker, life coach, international bestseller, talk show host, philanthropist, CEO of love truth and peace, World Trade and investment foundation, and Harris Business Enterprise.  Among her specialties are international economic investment & trade Development, Sustainable Economic Development through Entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment through entrepreneurship. In her capacity as a social and political activist, Dr. Barrow has used expertise to address pressing issues that affect the Caribbean, the Americas, and Africa as well as matters pertaining to human rights and justice for all.  Being an astute communicator, Dr. Harris Barrow is often called upon to speak at various functions, trade organizations, economic development organizations (EDOs), businesses, corporations’ conventions, universities, churches, among others. She is an advocate for personal and professional development and is known for empowering leaders to play their part in advancing the welfare of the human race. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dr. Melida Harris Barrow: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Global Chamber of Commerce for The African Diaspora full 2021 15 Monique Russell Have you ever wondered why Black people and nations seem to have difficulty doing business with each other? Dr. Melida Harris Barrow dissects the patterns that Black people have been educated to serve instead of create and build. In addition, many black nations, particularly in Africa, tend to do business with the country of the colonizer as opposed to doing business with each other, such as within Latin America and the Caribbean. One must understand the truth in order to identify gifts, talents, collaborate  and successfully do business with each other. About Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow is the President and CEO of the 6th region Global Chamber of Commerce. Born in Panama City, Panama, and headquartered in the United States Miami, Florida,she has over the past twenty-six years, served in various capacities in government, international business and private organizations and is known from her accomplishments in entrepreneurship, humanitarianism, social and political development. Today Dr, Barrow is the universal peace ambassador for Panama, an author, motivational speaker, life coach, international bestseller, talk show host, philanthropist, CEO of love truth and peace, World Trade and investment foundation, and Harris Business Enterprise.  Among her specialties are international economic investment & trade Development, Sustainable Economic Development through Entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment through entrepreneurship. In her capacity as a social and political activist, Dr. Barrow has used expertise to address pressing issues that affect the Caribbean, the Americas, and Africa as well as matters pertaining to human rights and justice for all.  Being an astute communicator, Dr. Harris Barrow is often called upon to speak at various functions, trade organizations, economic development organizations (EDOs), businesses, corporations’ conventions, universities, churches, among others. She is an advocate for personal and professional development and is known for empowering leaders to play their part in advancing the welfare of the human race. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dr. Melida Harris Barrow: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever wondered why Black people and nations seem to have difficulty doing business with each other? Dr. Melida Harris Barrow dissects the patterns that Black people have been educated to serve instead of create and build. In addition, many black nations, particularly in Africa, tend to do business with the country of the colonizer as opposed to doing business with each other, such as within Latin America and the Caribbean. One must understand the truth in order to identify gifts, talents, collaborate  and successfully do business with each other.

    About Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow

    Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow is the President and CEO of the 6th region Global Chamber of Commerce. Born in Panama City, Panama, and headquartered in the United States Miami, Florida,she has over the past twenty-six years, served in various capacities in government, international business and private organizations and is known from her accomplishments in entrepreneurship, humanitarianism, social and political development. Today Dr, Barrow is the universal peace ambassador for Panama, an author, motivational speaker, life coach, international bestseller, talk show host, philanthropist, CEO of love truth and peace, World Trade and investment foundation, and Harris Business Enterprise.  Among her specialties are international economic investment & trade Development, Sustainable Economic Development through Entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment through entrepreneurship.

    In her capacity as a social and political activist, Dr. Barrow has used expertise to address pressing issues that affect the Caribbean, the Americas, and Africa as well as matters pertaining to human rights and justice for all.  Being an astute communicator, Dr. Harris Barrow is often called upon to speak at various functions, trade organizations, economic development organizations (EDOs), businesses, corporations’ conventions, universities, churches, among others. She is an advocate for personal and professional development and is known for empowering leaders to play their part in advancing the welfare of the human race.


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    ]]>     2175 no     Decolonize Your Curriculum: The Decade of Introspective Leadership The purpose of education is to build wealth: social, emotional, mental, spiritual, financial and communal. We are more linked and connected to the struggle of Black people than we understand. If we can get the youth to understand more of their history, who they are, why they behave the way they behave, and why the struggles faced are present, we can change society in a positive way. In this decade of self-reflection, leaders need to embody introspective leadership to make sure we are not demonstrating similar types of oppressive behaviors.  “We have had a period of decolonization where we started looking at ourselves not as enslaved people but people who had a past that was rich. It is such a link to what is happening in the US and in the Caribbean. We link into that and see it as a vital part of the reparation movement. We have not had a fair chance to build wealth, and that is education. It is important that leaders reflect, introspectively because as leaders, we have to ensure that we have not played a part in our own way of reinforcing these stereotypes with the people that we lead.” ~ Dr. LongsworthDownload the Episode WorksheetAbout Dr. Luz Longsworth Dr. Luz Longsworth holds a Doctorate in Business Administration in Higher Education Management from the University of Bath in the United Kingdom.  She holds a B.A. in French and Spanish (First Class Hons.) and MBA (Marketing) degrees from the University of the West Indies and also holds a Master of Arts degree in Hispanic Studies from Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada.   Dr. Longsworth has over 25 years of experience in both academia and business in Jamaica, the British Virgin Islands (BVI),  Belize and Barbados.  She has held the posts of General Manager of La Moda Export Limited, a garment manufacturing company in Jamaica and General Manager of Amicorp BVI, a financial services company in the BVI.  Her academic career has included lecturing in Spanish Language and Literature as well as in Management subjects at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels at the University of the West Indies (Mona,  Open Campus and Cave Hill School of Business) and the University of Belize. She has also supervised and examined several student theses at the Masters and Doctoral levels at the UWI and the University of Liverpool. Dr. Longsworth’s research focus is in the fields of Leadership development, Change Management and Organizational Development and Transformation. She is a certified trainer in Leadership courses in 360 degree Leadership, Communication Skills, Accelerating Teamwork and 5 Levels of Leadership for the internationally renowned John Maxwell Company and in Leadership Embodiment (levels 1 and 2). She has participated in various consulting projects in the areas of: •Leadership Development •Strategic Planning •Improving Communication Skills •Teambuilding and Development •Leadership Coaching •Leadership in Higher Education •Managing Change and Organizational Transformation She has facilitated training programmes and workshops across the Caribbean and the United Kingdom including Ernst and Young (Caribbean), LEX (Caribbean), Courts (Belize), NICH (Belize), Belize Telecommunications Limite Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Decolonize Your Curriculum: The Decade of Introspective Leadership bonus 2021 14 Monique Russell The purpose of education is to build wealth: social, emotional, mental, spiritual, financial and communal. We are more linked and connected to the struggle of Black people than we understand. If we can get the youth to understand more of their history, who they are, why they behave the way they behave, and why the struggles faced are present, we can change society in a positive way. In this decade of self-reflection, leaders need to embody introspective leadership to make sure we are not demonstrating similar types of oppressive behaviors.  “We have had a period of decolonization where we started looking at ourselves not as enslaved people but people who had a past that was rich. It is such a link to what is happening in the US and in the Caribbean. We link into that and see it as a vital part of the reparation movement. We have not had a fair chance to build wealth, and that is education. It is important that leaders reflect, introspectively because as leaders, we have to ensure that we have not played a part in our own way of reinforcing these stereotypes with the people that we lead.” ~ Dr. LongsworthDownload the Episode WorksheetAbout Dr. Luz Longsworth Dr. Luz Longsworth holds a Doctorate in Business Administration in Higher Education Management from the University of Bath in the United Kingdom.  She holds a B.A. in French and Spanish (First Class Hons.) and MBA (Marketing) degrees from the University of the West Indies and also holds a Master of Arts degree in Hispanic Studies from Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada.   Dr. Longsworth has over 25 years of experience in both academia and business in Jamaica, the British Virgin Islands (BVI),  Belize and Barbados.  She has held the posts of General Manager of La Moda Export Limited, a garment manufacturing company in Jamaica and General Manager of Amicorp BVI, a financial services company in the BVI.  Her academic career has included lecturing in Spanish Language and Literature as well as in Management subjects at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels at the University of the West Indies (Mona,  Open Campus and Cave Hill School of Business) and the University of Belize. She has also supervised and examined several student theses at the Masters and Doctoral levels at the UWI and the University of Liverpool. Dr. Longsworth’s research focus is in the fields of Leadership development, Change Management and Organizational Development and Transformation. She is a certified trainer in Leadership courses in 360 degree Leadership, Communication Skills, Accelerating Teamwork and 5 Levels of Leadership for the internationally renowned John Maxwell Company and in Leadership Embodiment (levels 1 and 2). She has participated in various consulting projects in the areas of: •Leadership Development •Strategic Planning •Improving Communication Skills •Teambuilding and Development •Leadership Coaching •Leadership in Higher Education •Managing Change and Organizational Transformation She has facilitated training programmes and workshops across the Caribbean and the United Kingdom including Ernst and Young (Caribbean), LEX (Caribbean), Courts (Belize), NICH (Belize), Belize Telecommunications Limite Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The purpose of education is to build wealth: social, emotional, mental, spiritual, financial and communal. We are more linked and connected to the struggle of Black people than we understand. If we can get the youth to understand more of their history, who they are, why they behave the way they behave, and why the struggles faced are present, we can change society in a positive way. In this decade of self-reflection, leaders need to embody introspective leadership to make sure we are not demonstrating similar types of oppressive behaviors. 

    “We have had a period of decolonization where we started looking at ourselves not as enslaved people but people who had a past that was rich. It is such a link to what is happening in the US and in the Caribbean. We link into that and see it as a vital part of the reparation movement. We have not had a fair chance to build wealth, and that is education. It is important that leaders reflect, introspectively because as leaders, we have to ensure that we have not played a part in our own way of reinforcing these stereotypes with the people that we lead.” ~ Dr. Longsworth

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    About Dr. Luz Longsworth

    Dr. Luz Longsworth holds a Doctorate in Business Administration in Higher Education Management from the University of Bath in the United Kingdom.  She holds a B.A. in French and Spanish (First Class Hons.) and MBA (Marketing) degrees from the University of the West Indies and also holds a Master of Arts degree in Hispanic Studies from Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada.   Dr. Longsworth has over 25 years of experience in both academia and business in Jamaica, the British Virgin Islands (BVI),  Belize and Barbados.  She has held the posts of General Manager of La Moda Export Limited, a garment manufacturing company in Jamaica and General Manager of Amicorp BVI, a financial services company in the BVI.  Her academic career has included lecturing in Spanish Language and Literature as well as in Management subjects at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels at the University of the West Indies (Mona,  Open Campus and Cave Hill School of Business) and the University of Belize. She has also supervised and examined several student theses at the Masters and Doctoral levels at the UWI and the University of Liverpool.

    Dr. Longsworth’s research focus is in the fields of Leadership development, Change Management and Organizational Development and Transformation. She is a certified trainer in Leadership courses in 360 degree Leadership, Communication Skills, Accelerating Teamwork and 5 Levels of Leadership for the internationally renowned John Maxwell Company and in Leadership Embodiment (levels 1 and 2). She has participated in various consulting projects in the areas of:


    •Leadership Development

    •Strategic Planning

    •Improving Communication Skills

    •Teambuilding and Development

    •Leadership Coaching

    •Leadership in Higher Education

    •Managing Change and Organizational Transformation


    She has facilitated training programmes and workshops across the Caribbean and the United Kingdom including Ernst and Young (Caribbean), LEX (Caribbean), Courts (Belize), NICH (Belize), Belize Telecommunications Limite

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    ]]>     2267 no     Tribal Division Starts at Home: Confront the Mindset If you have seen humanity at its best, removing divisive thoughts and negative bias is easier. Be able to recognize the moments when you have been helped by strangers that do not have a similar background. Be intentional in imagining yourself in another person’s shoes. Look at the other perspective.  Read the biography and stop over-generalizing. Being highly educated does not mean you are highly informed.About Dr.Olukunle IyandaDr.Olukunle Iyanda, is a management consultant with over 2 decades of experience in corporate strategy, leadership and people development, emerging technology and innovation, and organizational culture. He is the founder of BROOT consulting, Managing Partner of the Design Thinkers Group, Nigeria where he currently resides, and is a firm proponent and advocate that diversity and inclusion are robust tools for innovation and generating ideas. He designs and facilitates high energy and captivating capacity development programs for organizations in the area of Design Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Leadership and People Development, Emerging Technology & Innovation Management, and Organisational Culture. Stay Connected Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dr. Kunle Iyanda: LinkedIn |Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Tribal Division Starts at Home: Confront the Mindset full 2021 13 Monique Russell If you have seen humanity at its best, removing divisive thoughts and negative bias is easier. Be able to recognize the moments when you have been helped by strangers that do not have a similar background. Be intentional in imagining yourself in another person’s shoes. Look at the other perspective.  Read the biography and stop over-generalizing. Being highly educated does not mean you are highly informed.About Dr.Olukunle IyandaDr.Olukunle Iyanda, is a management consultant with over 2 decades of experience in corporate strategy, leadership and people development, emerging technology and innovation, and organizational culture. He is the founder of BROOT consulting, Managing Partner of the Design Thinkers Group, Nigeria where he currently resides, and is a firm proponent and advocate that diversity and inclusion are robust tools for innovation and generating ideas. He designs and facilitates high energy and captivating capacity development programs for organizations in the area of Design Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Leadership and People Development, Emerging Technology & Innovation Management, and Organisational Culture. Stay Connected Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dr. Kunle Iyanda: LinkedIn |Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If you have seen humanity at its best, removing divisive thoughts and negative bias is easier. Be able to recognize the moments when you have been helped by strangers that do not have a similar background. Be intentional in imagining yourself in another person’s shoes. Look at the other perspective.  Read the biography and stop over-generalizing. Being highly educated does not mean you are highly informed.

    About Dr.Olukunle Iyanda
    Dr.Olukunle Iyanda, is a management consultant with over 2 decades of experience in corporate strategy, leadership and people development, emerging technology and innovation, and organizational culture. He is the founder of BROOT consulting, Managing Partner of the Design Thinkers Group, Nigeria where he currently resides, and is a firm proponent and advocate that diversity and inclusion are robust tools for innovation and generating ideas.

    He designs and facilitates high energy and captivating capacity development programs for organizations in the area of Design Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Leadership and People Development, Emerging Technology & Innovation Management, and Organisational Culture.


    Stay Connected


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    ]]>     2710 no     Off to a Great Start! Bridge To U is off to a great start, thanks to you! As the year comes to a close, reflect on the episodes you've heard and share your biggest insight or learning moment from the 2020.  Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Off to a Great Start! full 2020 12 Monique Russell Bridge To U is off to a great start, thanks to you! As the year comes to a close, reflect on the episodes you've heard and share your biggest insight or learning moment from the 2020.  Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Bridge To U is off to a great start, thanks to you! 

    As the year comes to a close, reflect on the episodes you've heard and share your biggest insight or learning moment from the 2020. 

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    ]]>     430 no     Unfailing Courage to Love All Things Africa Despite the Odds His love for the continent of Africa was born out of being in an environment of toxic hate for his homeland. Having to disguise himself as anything but African in order to get a job, to eat, and survive was a way of life while living in China. His desire to educate about the continent of Africa led him to see for himself the beauty in the countries by going on a self-funded pilgrimage and capturing on video the beauty of the continent. By having the courage to be himself, love himself, and connect to his purpose, he has been able to maintain resilience through the obstacles he faces of building a bridge between black people worldwide.About Wode Maya Wode Maya is a popular Ghanaian YouTube personality, vlogger, and aeronautical engineer. Maya began vlogging about life in China where his videos went viral gaining an international audience and attention. He joined YouTube on January 10, 2013. Wode Maya is Berthold Winkler's stage name. Mr. Ghana Baby, as he is also known professionally, visits multiple African countries vlogging about his travel experiences, the country's culture, and social scene garnering him mainstream media attention. He is a fluent Mandarin Chinese speaker. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Wode Maya: Youtube | Instagram | Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Unfailing Courage to Love All Things Africa Despite the Odds full 2020 11 Monique Russell His love for the continent of Africa was born out of being in an environment of toxic hate for his homeland. Having to disguise himself as anything but African in order to get a job, to eat, and survive was a way of life while living in China. His desire to educate about the continent of Africa led him to see for himself the beauty in the countries by going on a self-funded pilgrimage and capturing on video the beauty of the continent. By having the courage to be himself, love himself, and connect to his purpose, he has been able to maintain resilience through the obstacles he faces of building a bridge between black people worldwide.About Wode Maya Wode Maya is a popular Ghanaian YouTube personality, vlogger, and aeronautical engineer. Maya began vlogging about life in China where his videos went viral gaining an international audience and attention. He joined YouTube on January 10, 2013. Wode Maya is Berthold Winkler's stage name. Mr. Ghana Baby, as he is also known professionally, visits multiple African countries vlogging about his travel experiences, the country's culture, and social scene garnering him mainstream media attention. He is a fluent Mandarin Chinese speaker. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Wode Maya: Youtube | Instagram | Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices His love for the continent of Africa was born out of being in an environment of toxic hate for his homeland. Having to disguise himself as anything but African in order to get a job, to eat, and survive was a way of life while living in China. His desire to educate about the continent of Africa led him to see for himself the beauty in the countries by going on a self-funded pilgrimage and capturing on video the beauty of the continent. By having the courage to be himself, love himself, and connect to his purpose, he has been able to maintain resilience through the obstacles he faces of building a bridge between black people worldwide.


    About Wode Maya

    Wode Maya is a popular Ghanaian YouTube personality, vlogger, and aeronautical engineer. Maya began vlogging about life in China where his videos went viral gaining an international audience and attention.

    He joined YouTube on January 10, 2013. Wode Maya is Berthold Winkler's stage name. Mr. Ghana Baby, as he is also known professionally, visits multiple African countries vlogging about his travel experiences, the country's culture, and social scene garnering him mainstream media attention. He is a fluent Mandarin Chinese speaker.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     2464 no     Grow as a People by Learning About People Dethra Giles is a two time TEDx speaker, international keynote, executive coach, and award-winning author that has a track record of taking teams from functioning poorly and top producers.   In this episode Dethra shares that if you are not growing in your knowledge, you are dying. Start small, easy and fun to begin deepening your connection, and understanding about people that are different from you. In addition she states that language and names hold significant weight in our identity. Be intentional about connecting and learning the language of others. Snippet from Dethra: Start small, easy, and fun. Those are my three requirements. Small, easy, and fun. Let me tell you something. International people, not just Jamaicans, international people, when I tell you, we love a good party. There is no easy button for cross-cultural education. It just doesn't exist. But go to a nice party, a nice event, and start to immerse yourself in those cultures. And you'll be amazed at how you're embraced, and how you're given opportunities to create a deeper meaning and a deeper relationship just from that very small surface, party or event, or cultural activity. You will be amazed at how they can lead to a whole new world for you. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dethra Giles: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Grow as a People by Learning About People full 2020 10 Monique Russell Dethra Giles is a two time TEDx speaker, international keynote, executive coach, and award-winning author that has a track record of taking teams from functioning poorly and top producers.   In this episode Dethra shares that if you are not growing in your knowledge, you are dying. Start small, easy and fun to begin deepening your connection, and understanding about people that are different from you. In addition she states that language and names hold significant weight in our identity. Be intentional about connecting and learning the language of others. Snippet from Dethra: Start small, easy, and fun. Those are my three requirements. Small, easy, and fun. Let me tell you something. International people, not just Jamaicans, international people, when I tell you, we love a good party. There is no easy button for cross-cultural education. It just doesn't exist. But go to a nice party, a nice event, and start to immerse yourself in those cultures. And you'll be amazed at how you're embraced, and how you're given opportunities to create a deeper meaning and a deeper relationship just from that very small surface, party or event, or cultural activity. You will be amazed at how they can lead to a whole new world for you. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dethra Giles: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dethra Giles is a two time TEDx speaker, international keynote, executive coach, and award-winning author that has a track record of taking teams from functioning poorly and top producers.  

    In this episode Dethra shares that if you are not growing in your knowledge, you are dying. Start small, easy and fun to begin deepening your connection, and understanding about people that are different from you. In addition she states that language and names hold significant weight in our identity. Be intentional about connecting and learning the language of others.


    Snippet from Dethra:

    Start small, easy, and fun. Those are my three requirements. Small, easy, and fun. Let me tell you something. International people, not just Jamaicans, international people, when I tell you, we love a good party. There is no easy button for cross-cultural education. It just doesn't exist. But go to a nice party, a nice event, and start to immerse yourself in those cultures. And you'll be amazed at how you're embraced, and how you're given opportunities to create a deeper meaning and a deeper relationship just from that very small surface, party or event, or cultural activity. You will be amazed at how they can lead to a whole new world for you.



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    ]]>     1561 no     Choose Your Battles: Stockholm Syndrome "When you are happy in your own skin, and stop looking for external approval, you are able to face rejection and still move forward because something bigger and deeper drives you. Performing arts and roles that allow you to learn how to read people can give you an advantage in identifying smoke screen distractions in life. Choose your battles, only fight battles you can win, and learning how to communicate strategically will give you an edge."A BBC trained journalist and presenter; Dave Crane is an international speaking and presentation expert, working with directors, c-suite executives, celebrities, and public sectors officials. He is a United Nations ECOSOC representative for Vienna, Geneva, and New York, specializing in leadership. A qualified NLP Master Practitioner and Communications Strategist, NFNLP Hypnotherapist, and stress management expert, Dave has more than 20 years of experience delivering bespoke one-on-one executive public speaking coaching and group media training programs. A motivational speaker on leadership, communication, digitalization, and the future of work, Dave has over 30 years of experience delivering engaging keynotes, moderating panels, and hosting large scale events at NASA, Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, World Beauty Championship, Samsung FIFA Intercontinental Beach Soccer, World Club 10’s Rugby, Special Olympics World Games 2019, World’s Ultimate Strongman, Rugby World Cup Sevens, Speedcar Series, Legends Rock Dubai Tennis, Dubai Open Tennis, ATD Middle East, GITEX, MICE India & Luxury Travel Congress, Gulf Trade Finance Summit, ICAP CFO Conference and many more. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dave Crane: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Choose Your Battles: Stockholm Syndrome full 2020 9 Monique Russell "When you are happy in your own skin, and stop looking for external approval, you are able to face rejection and still move forward because something bigger and deeper drives you. Performing arts and roles that allow you to learn how to read people can give you an advantage in identifying smoke screen distractions in life. Choose your battles, only fight battles you can win, and learning how to communicate strategically will give you an edge."A BBC trained journalist and presenter; Dave Crane is an international speaking and presentation expert, working with directors, c-suite executives, celebrities, and public sectors officials. He is a United Nations ECOSOC representative for Vienna, Geneva, and New York, specializing in leadership. A qualified NLP Master Practitioner and Communications Strategist, NFNLP Hypnotherapist, and stress management expert, Dave has more than 20 years of experience delivering bespoke one-on-one executive public speaking coaching and group media training programs. A motivational speaker on leadership, communication, digitalization, and the future of work, Dave has over 30 years of experience delivering engaging keynotes, moderating panels, and hosting large scale events at NASA, Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, World Beauty Championship, Samsung FIFA Intercontinental Beach Soccer, World Club 10’s Rugby, Special Olympics World Games 2019, World’s Ultimate Strongman, Rugby World Cup Sevens, Speedcar Series, Legends Rock Dubai Tennis, Dubai Open Tennis, ATD Middle East, GITEX, MICE India & Luxury Travel Congress, Gulf Trade Finance Summit, ICAP CFO Conference and many more. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Dave Crane: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website| Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "When you are happy in your own skin, and stop looking for external approval, you are able to face rejection and still move forward because something bigger and deeper drives you. Performing arts and roles that allow you to learn how to read people can give you an advantage in identifying smoke screen distractions in life. Choose your battles, only fight battles you can win, and learning how to communicate strategically will give you an edge."

    A BBC trained journalist and presenter; Dave Crane is an international speaking and presentation expert, working with directors, c-suite executives, celebrities, and public sectors officials. He is a United Nations ECOSOC representative for Vienna, Geneva, and New York, specializing in leadership.

    A qualified NLP Master Practitioner and Communications Strategist, NFNLP Hypnotherapist, and stress management expert, Dave has more than 20 years of experience delivering bespoke one-on-one executive public speaking coaching and group media training programs.

    A motivational speaker on leadership, communication, digitalization, and the future of work, Dave has over 30 years of experience delivering engaging keynotes, moderating panels, and hosting large scale events at NASA, Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, World Beauty Championship, Samsung FIFA Intercontinental Beach Soccer, World Club 10’s Rugby, Special Olympics World Games 2019, World’s Ultimate Strongman, Rugby World Cup Sevens, Speedcar Series, Legends Rock Dubai Tennis, Dubai Open Tennis, ATD Middle East, GITEX, MICE India & Luxury Travel Congress, Gulf Trade Finance Summit, ICAP CFO Conference and many more.


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    ]]>     3149 no     Connect Without Causing Harm: Understand the Context Okama Brooks is the Founder and President of ACHA: Africa Caribbean Heritage Alliance. She is a senior advisor to many national, regional and international government organizations in the areas of development. She is a liaison officer with the United Nations and is passionate about building bridges and reconnecting Africa and the Caribbean heritage.  In this episode, Okama states: "When you embed yourself into another person’s physical culture, you take an inside-out approach to providing solutions as opposed to an outside-in approach. This helps to gain buy-in, build trust and reduce harm through assumptions. Understanding through orientation like language immersion, and home-stays foster deeper understanding and appreciation of a person’s culture." We need to provide context about cultural orientation. Learning about history is important and essential, but in the way forward, learning about who you are through stories, cultural heritage creates empowered states and mindsets. We need to be more vocal about who we are as a people. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Okama Brooks: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Oct 2020 04:00:00 -0000 Connect Without Causing Harm: Understand the Context full 2020 8 Monique Russell Okama Brooks is the Founder and President of ACHA: Africa Caribbean Heritage Alliance. She is a senior advisor to many national, regional and international government organizations in the areas of development. She is a liaison officer with the United Nations and is passionate about building bridges and reconnecting Africa and the Caribbean heritage.  In this episode, Okama states: "When you embed yourself into another person’s physical culture, you take an inside-out approach to providing solutions as opposed to an outside-in approach. This helps to gain buy-in, build trust and reduce harm through assumptions. Understanding through orientation like language immersion, and home-stays foster deeper understanding and appreciation of a person’s culture." We need to provide context about cultural orientation. Learning about history is important and essential, but in the way forward, learning about who you are through stories, cultural heritage creates empowered states and mindsets. We need to be more vocal about who we are as a people. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Connect with Okama Brooks: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Okama Brooks is the Founder and President of ACHA: Africa Caribbean Heritage Alliance. She is a senior advisor to many national, regional and international government organizations in the areas of development. She is a liaison officer with the United Nations and is passionate about building bridges and reconnecting Africa and the Caribbean heritage. 


    In this episode, Okama states:

    "When you embed yourself into another person’s physical culture, you take an inside-out approach to providing solutions as opposed to an outside-in approach. This helps to gain buy-in, build trust and reduce harm through assumptions. Understanding through orientation like language immersion, and home-stays foster deeper understanding and appreciation of a person’s culture."

    We need to provide context about cultural orientation. Learning about history is important and essential, but in the way forward, learning about who you are through stories, cultural heritage creates empowered states and mindsets. We need to be more vocal about who we are as a people.


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


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    ]]>     3368 no     How to do "The work" Gaining knowledge is one thing. Applying what we learn is another. Let’s bring together the previous three episodes from Jessica Reed, Veronica Owusu and Jennifer Tomlinson to expand the teaching and emerging theses. In this episode, I discuss: How do we tell our stories? Where do we begin even when it is uncomfortable? How can Black people raise the energy and vibration about how we feel about Black cultures worldwide? Where do we look to truly pursue and discover what we want to self-actualize? Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:00:00 -0000 How to do "The work" full 2020 8 Monique Russell Gaining knowledge is one thing. Applying what we learn is another. Let’s bring together the previous three episodes from Jessica Reed, Veronica Owusu and Jennifer Tomlinson to expand the teaching and emerging theses. In this episode, I discuss: How do we tell our stories? Where do we begin even when it is uncomfortable? How can Black people raise the energy and vibration about how we feel about Black cultures worldwide? Where do we look to truly pursue and discover what we want to self-actualize? Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or questions: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.com Produced by Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Gaining knowledge is one thing. Applying what we learn is another. Let’s bring together the previous three episodes from Jessica Reed, Veronica Owusu and Jennifer Tomlinson to expand the teaching and emerging theses.

    In this episode, I discuss:

    1. How do we tell our stories? Where do we begin even when it is uncomfortable?
    2. How can Black people raise the energy and vibration about how we feel about Black cultures worldwide?
    3. Where do we look to truly pursue and discover what we want to self-actualize?


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    ]]>     1388 no     Intersectionality of Identity Exploring Race, Ethnicity and Nationality Those that have the ability to visualize in their brain who they can be and what that looks like tend to experience greater levels of personal success.  Helping others to see the potential within themselves and create opportunities for people to self-actualize will help them tap into who they can be. Snippet from Jennifer: You have to be able to conceptualize your natural talents. It doesn't matter how much someone else tells you you're wonderful, you have these skill sets, these are your natural talents. You have to self actualize it. And so, although I was receiving really positive feedback from my parents, I never self-actualized who I could have been. And so the pathways I chose were the easy pathways, for example, I went to the schools my brothers went to because that was the pathway that they led for me. I listened to my, you know, my elders about what I should do or couldn't do.  About Jennifer Jennifer Tomlinson is a college Professor of African American Studies and Interim Dean of Learning Support. As a success coach, she helps people find pathways to their aspirations through her strengths of communication and teaching.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Jennifer Tomlinson: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website| Youtube Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Sep 2020 04:00:00 -0000 Intersectionality of Identity Exploring Race, Ethnicity and Nationality full 2020 6 Monique Russell Those that have the ability to visualize in their brain who they can be and what that looks like tend to experience greater levels of personal success.  Helping others to see the potential within themselves and create opportunities for people to self-actualize will help them tap into who they can be. Snippet from Jennifer: You have to be able to conceptualize your natural talents. It doesn't matter how much someone else tells you you're wonderful, you have these skill sets, these are your natural talents. You have to self actualize it. And so, although I was receiving really positive feedback from my parents, I never self-actualized who I could have been. And so the pathways I chose were the easy pathways, for example, I went to the schools my brothers went to because that was the pathway that they led for me. I listened to my, you know, my elders about what I should do or couldn't do.  About Jennifer Jennifer Tomlinson is a college Professor of African American Studies and Interim Dean of Learning Support. As a success coach, she helps people find pathways to their aspirations through her strengths of communication and teaching.  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Jennifer Tomlinson: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website| Youtube Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Those that have the ability to visualize in their brain who they can be and what that looks like tend to experience greater levels of personal success. 

    Helping others to see the potential within themselves and create opportunities for people to self-actualize will help them tap into who they can be.


    Snippet from Jennifer:

    You have to be able to conceptualize your natural talents. It doesn't matter how much someone else tells you you're wonderful, you have these skill sets, these are your natural talents. You have to self actualize it. And so, although I was receiving really positive feedback from my parents, I never self-actualized who I could have been. And so the pathways I chose were the easy pathways, for example, I went to the schools my brothers went to because that was the pathway that they led for me. I listened to my, you know, my elders about what I should do or couldn't do. 


    About Jennifer

    Jennifer Tomlinson is a college Professor of African American Studies and Interim Dean of Learning Support. As a success coach, she helps people find pathways to their aspirations through her strengths of communication and teaching. 


    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.


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    ]]>     1949 no     Start At the Molecule: Your Origin Begins With Matter Personal development takes time. After hitting rock bottom, Veronica immersed herself in the transformative process of self-discovery. While doing that, her natural gifts and talents were being expressed naturally. Through specific, intentional acts and teaching what she learned along the way, she became a Fearless Warrior, helping others to channel the Fearless Warrior within.  Veronica Owusu, also known as VPowerCoach is founder of Vpowercoaching.com and The Women On Fire Warrior Academy. She coaches service-based business owners, entrepreneurs and experts to fearlessly build and lead their tribe of high paying clients and have an impact, by creating and launching their online Power Packed Programme in less than 90 days. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Veronica Owusu: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Facebook Community Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Sep 2020 04:00:00 -0000 Start At the Molecule: Your Origin Begins With Matter full 2020 5 Monique Russell Personal development takes time. After hitting rock bottom, Veronica immersed herself in the transformative process of self-discovery. While doing that, her natural gifts and talents were being expressed naturally. Through specific, intentional acts and teaching what she learned along the way, she became a Fearless Warrior, helping others to channel the Fearless Warrior within.  Veronica Owusu, also known as VPowerCoach is founder of Vpowercoaching.com and The Women On Fire Warrior Academy. She coaches service-based business owners, entrepreneurs and experts to fearlessly build and lead their tribe of high paying clients and have an impact, by creating and launching their online Power Packed Programme in less than 90 days. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Veronica Owusu: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| Facebook Community Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Personal development takes time. After hitting rock bottom, Veronica immersed herself in the transformative process of self-discovery. While doing that, her natural gifts and talents were being expressed naturally. Through specific, intentional acts and teaching what she learned along the way, she became a Fearless Warrior, helping others to channel the Fearless Warrior within. 

    Veronica Owusu, also known as VPowerCoach is founder of Vpowercoaching.com and The Women On Fire Warrior Academy. She coaches service-based business owners, entrepreneurs and experts to fearlessly build and lead their tribe of high paying clients and have an impact, by creating and launching their online Power Packed Programme in less than 90 days.


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    ]]>     2131 no     The Global Context of Being of African Descent Getting out of the habit of pleasing people is a journey, and even more so as a young Black woman. Jessica Reed, sits in the guests chair in this episode to discuss how stereotypes build barriers to connecting with other Black cultures. Breaking stereotypes between Black cultures is not easy. It requires work and intention to share stories, and  frustrations to reach growth. With intentional storytelling, a bridge can be formed. About JessicaJessica Reed (Jess) is a writer, youth educator, and proud ice cream lover from Detroit, Michigan. She is passionate about encouraging others as she encourages herself. Her blog, Roots and Hope, shares soulful reflections on faith, healing, and young adulting. She majored in African and African American Studies at Stanford University.Connect with Jessica -  http://rootsandhope.com/Connect with Monique: Linkedin | Instagram | WebsiteDOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0000 The Global Context of Being of African Descent full 2020 4 Monique Russell Getting out of the habit of pleasing people is a journey, and even more so as a young Black woman. Jessica Reed, sits in the guests chair in this episode to discuss how stereotypes build barriers to connecting with other Black cultures. Breaking stereotypes between Black cultures is not easy. It requires work and intention to share stories, and  frustrations to reach growth. With intentional storytelling, a bridge can be formed. About JessicaJessica Reed (Jess) is a writer, youth educator, and proud ice cream lover from Detroit, Michigan. She is passionate about encouraging others as she encourages herself. Her blog, Roots and Hope, shares soulful reflections on faith, healing, and young adulting. She majored in African and African American Studies at Stanford University.Connect with Jessica -  http://rootsandhope.com/Connect with Monique: Linkedin | Instagram | WebsiteDOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET HERE. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Getting out of the habit of pleasing people is a journey, and even more so as a young Black woman. Jessica Reed, sits in the guests chair in this episode to discuss how stereotypes build barriers to connecting with other Black cultures. Breaking stereotypes between Black cultures is not easy. It requires work and intention to share stories, and  frustrations to reach growth. With intentional storytelling, a bridge can be formed.

    About Jessica
    Jessica Reed (Jess) is a writer, youth educator, and proud ice cream lover from Detroit, Michigan. She is passionate about encouraging others as she encourages herself. Her blog, Roots and Hope, shares soulful reflections on faith, healing, and young adulting. She majored in African and African American Studies at Stanford University.

    Connect with Jessica -  http://rootsandhope.com/

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    ]]>     1435 no     Self-Development and Preparation for the Future What is your future of work strategy? Do you have one, or are you waiting for your employer or someone else to invest in you? We can no longer use the 18th and 19th century models to embrace work, personal and professional development or building connections within the Black community. Learn how the development of skills like emotional intelligence and leveraging your online presence creates opportunities for a sustainable career and positive outlook on life.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.REGISTER for the Confidence Accelerator on Aug. 22nd 10am -1pm. Connect on: Linkedin | Instagram | Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0000 Self-Development and Preparation for the Future full 2020 3 Monique Russell What is your future of work strategy? Do you have one, or are you waiting for your employer or someone else to invest in you? We can no longer use the 18th and 19th century models to embrace work, personal and professional development or building connections within the Black community. Learn how the development of skills like emotional intelligence and leveraging your online presence creates opportunities for a sustainable career and positive outlook on life.Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.REGISTER for the Confidence Accelerator on Aug. 22nd 10am -1pm. Connect on: Linkedin | Instagram | Website Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What is your future of work strategy? Do you have one, or are you waiting for your employer or someone else to invest in you? We can no longer use the 18th and 19th century models to embrace work, personal and professional development or building connections within the Black community. Learn how the development of skills like emotional intelligence and leveraging your online presence creates opportunities for a sustainable career and positive outlook on life.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

    REGISTER for the Confidence Accelerator on Aug. 22nd 10am -1pm.


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    ]]>     736 no     Beliefs: Foundation| Exposures | Impact Culture, beliefs and values are transported through stories, entertainment, media, and experiences. How have yours shaped you? The best way to gain a deeper understanding is to learn about yourself and others' experiences. From there, your conversations become expansive and the door for connection can be opened. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Beliefs: Foundation| Exposures | Impact full 2020 2 Monique Russell Culture, beliefs and values are transported through stories, entertainment, media, and experiences. How have yours shaped you? The best way to gain a deeper understanding is to learn about yourself and others' experiences. From there, your conversations become expansive and the door for connection can be opened. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Culture, beliefs and values are transported through stories, entertainment, media, and experiences. How have yours shaped you?

    The best way to gain a deeper understanding is to learn about yourself and others' experiences. From there, your conversations become expansive and the door for connection can be opened.

    Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment.

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    ]]>     983 no     Bridge To U Trailer Bridge to U - is a new bi-weekly podcast launching August 5th. The podcast features enlightening conversations with guests who have subscribed to Black Unity and solidarity worldwide.Connect on: Linkedin | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or question: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.comProduced by: Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0000 Bridge To U Trailer trailer 2020 Monique Russell Bridge to U - is a new bi-weekly podcast launching August 5th. The podcast features enlightening conversations with guests who have subscribed to Black Unity and solidarity worldwide.Connect on: Linkedin | Instagram | Website Or email with feedback or question: leadership@clearcommunicationsolutions.comProduced by: Breadfruit Media Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Bridge to U - is a new bi-weekly podcast launching August 5th. The podcast features enlightening conversations with guests who have subscribed to Black Unity and solidarity worldwide.

    Connect on: Linkedin | Instagram | Website

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    ]]>     182 no     Introducing Monique Russell Bridge To U podcast hosted by Monique Russell focuses on Connecting through understanding and unity. The podcast will feature enlightening conversations with guests who have subscribed to Black Unity and solidarity worldwide. Their inspiring stories of awakening moments, curiosity, and challenges they have overcome to discover their higher self and calling will facilitate the freedom to embrace the intentionality of identity. Monique Russell is a global communications expert who is committed to teaching individuals, families, and teams to have positive and productive relationships with effective communications. Her multicultural background and diverse experiences provide enriching insights and unique perspectives. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0000 Introducing Monique Russell full 2020 1 Monique Russell Bridge To U podcast hosted by Monique Russell focuses on Connecting through understanding and unity. The podcast will feature enlightening conversations with guests who have subscribed to Black Unity and solidarity worldwide. Their inspiring stories of awakening moments, curiosity, and challenges they have overcome to discover their higher self and calling will facilitate the freedom to embrace the intentionality of identity. Monique Russell is a global communications expert who is committed to teaching individuals, families, and teams to have positive and productive relationships with effective communications. Her multicultural background and diverse experiences provide enriching insights and unique perspectives. Support the showConnect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Bridge To U podcast hosted by Monique Russell focuses on Connecting through understanding and unity. The podcast will feature enlightening conversations with guests who have subscribed to Black Unity and solidarity worldwide. Their inspiring stories of awakening moments, curiosity, and challenges they have overcome to discover their higher self and calling will facilitate the freedom to embrace the intentionality of identity.

    Monique Russell is a global communications expert who is committed to teaching individuals, families, and teams to have positive and productive relationships with effective communications. Her multicultural background and diverse experiences provide enriching insights and unique perspectives.

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