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Giji Dennard: What Corporate Executives Need to Know About Fatherhood (Episode # 463F)

Fathers affect how their sons and daughters show up at work and also how they relate to their own children. Giji Mischel Dennard, the CEO of Well Fed Resources articulates a definition of the Father’s role that builds on the strengths and gifts men already use in their corporate jobs. She expands the definition of … The post Giji Dennard: What Corporate Executives Need to Know About Fatherhood (Episode # 463F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

06-10
01:00:11

Secret Sauce Success: Howard Behar, Founding International President of Starbucks (Episode # 428F)

Howard Behar, Founding International President and former Board member of Starbucks says the Starbucks “secret sauce” of success is people first at every level of the organization. Howard adds, “You grow the people, they grow the organization, and the organization grows the business.” Howard’s leadership took Starbucks from 28 stores to more than 15,000 on … The post Secret Sauce Success: Howard Behar, Founding International President of Starbucks (Episode # 428F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

06-03
57:36

Loree Draude: Soar Into Joy and Reinvent Yourself: (Episode # 447F)

Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location. Loree Draude was one of … The post Loree Draude: Soar Into Joy and Reinvent Yourself: (Episode # 447F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

05-27
53:37

Songwriter Dennis Welch: “What Love Makes Us Do” (Episode # 354F)

Dennis Welch is the author of 500 songs, many of which listeners hear on the radio. He recently released his latest album, “What Love Makes Us Do.” Nashville veteran producer, record company owner, and manager Tony Mantor recorded Dennis’ song, “Why Not Me?” and named his 2020 album after the song. Mantor’s “Why Not Me?” … The post Songwriter Dennis Welch: “What Love Makes Us Do” (Episode # 354F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

05-20
59:39

Who Me? Depressed: A Conversation with Dr. Clarence Shuler About His Depression (Episode # 421F)

What do you do when you, the CEO, are the one who is depressed? What are the dangers of admitting you are depressed? How do you get help? Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships is also an award winning speaker and the author of 10 books. Today he shares his personal … The post Who Me? Depressed: A Conversation with Dr. Clarence Shuler About His Depression (Episode # 421F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

05-13
58:49

Psychologist Colleagues Highlight How Companies Can Address Workplace Mental Health (Episode # 369F)

For the last few years, we have lived through the COVID-19 pandemic with illnesses and deaths; social isolation due to virtual work, school, and spiritual services; racial unrest; mass shootings; lethal weather events; and now growing inflation. Today, Dr. Karen speaks with her colleagues, psychologists, Dr. Tonya Armstrong, Dr. Len Wysocki, and Dr. JC Wright, … The post Psychologist Colleagues Highlight How Companies Can Address Workplace Mental Health (Episode # 369F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

05-06
59:02

Louis Parsons: TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® Corporate Painting Birthday Reveal (Episode # 470F)

Dr. Karen, the President and CEO of TRANSLEADERSHIP®, INC. celebrated the 29th birthday of her company in 2024 with a new painting by Cheltenham, UK based artist, Louis Parsons. They take you behind the scenes to experience the collaborative process to co-create a commissioned art piece through Parsons’ unique SoulScaping approach. Through his talks, workshops, … The post Louis Parsons: TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® Corporate Painting Birthday Reveal (Episode # 470F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

04-29
50:18

Gene and Benedicte Early: How Does Iron Sharpen Iron in Marriage? (Episode # 415F)

Social Entrepreneur Benedicte Early and her husband, Gene, have been a spiritual power couple since God brought them together more than 40 years ago. As the first saleswoman for Jockey men’s wear in Scandinavia, Benedicte subsequently led elsewhere in significant sales, marketing, and leadership development roles. She also served on the Women’s Aglow Ministry Board … The post Gene and Benedicte Early: How Does Iron Sharpen Iron in Marriage? (Episode # 415F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

04-22
58:04

Rebekah Simon-Peter: The Encounter and Call with the Miraculous Jewish Jesus (Episode # 469F)

Rebekah Simon-Peter is passionate about reconnecting spiritual leaders with their God-given powers to co-create miracles with the divine.  Her award-winning group coaching program, “Creating a Culture of Renewal®” has energized church leaders across the country to reclaim their calling and to grow their ministries. Educated in Theology and Environmental studies and previously serving as an ordained United … The post Rebekah Simon-Peter: The Encounter and Call with the Miraculous Jewish Jesus (Episode # 469F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

04-15
59:12

Vera Quinn, CEO of Cydcor: People-Centric Executive Development (Episode # 487F)

Vera Quinn, CEO and President of Cydcor, a face-to-face sales outsourcing firm, is the first woman to become President of Cydcor. She has taken the company to 300% growth through her business savvy and people-centric leadership. Vera creates compelling opportunities and fosters growth and potential in others. She also creates a positive culture of learning, … The post Vera Quinn, CEO of Cydcor: People-Centric Executive Development (Episode # 487F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

04-08
01:00:53

Celebrating 30 Years of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®! (Episode # 506)

Welcome to a very special episode of “The Voice of Leadership” with your host, Dr. Karen Y. Wilson-Starks—Concierge Executive Leadership Advisor, U.S. Army veteran, and Founder of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.® In this inspiring episode, Dr. Karen uses a Biblical lens to reflect on 30 powerful years of serving business executives and global corporations. From standing terrified … The post Celebrating 30 Years of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®! (Episode # 506) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

04-01
55:46

Sandra Yancey Founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork: The WOW Factor of Customer Experience (Ep. # 366F)

Sandra Yancey is the Founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork, the Premier Success System for women entrepreneurs. Her award-winning, multi-million dollar organization connects over 500,000 women through 118 chapters across the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK.  Sandra is committed to helping a million women to each reach a million in business revenue. Today, she speaks … The post Sandra Yancey Founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork: The WOW Factor of Customer Experience (Ep. # 366F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

03-25
01:01:19

Kate Lanz: How to Leverage Male and Female Brains at Work (Episode # 301F)

Kate Lanz, author of the book, “All the Brains in the Business” explores how to properly value brain gender differences at work. As Founder and CEO of Mindbridge, an executive coaching and business performance consultancy in the UK, she specializes in the power of neuroscience for releasing latent brain potential at work. Dr. Karen and … The post Kate Lanz: How to Leverage Male and Female Brains at Work (Episode # 301F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

03-18
50:27

Alison Cornell, CFO to large Corporations: Her Route to Executive Leadership (Episode # 344F)

Alison Cornell, a certified Treasury Professional, was Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of two major New York Stock Exchange listed corporations, one of which was global. Prior to those roles, she held significant financial positions at AT&T where she learned how to be a corporate executive. Even today, women hold only10 % of major corporate CFO … The post Alison Cornell, CFO to large Corporations: Her Route to Executive Leadership (Episode # 344F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

03-11
56:51

Leveraging Privilege with Guest Stuart Pickles (Episode # 231F)

Guest Stuart Pickles is Managing Director of the UK based leadership consultancy, Aim Higher Leadership (www.aimhigherleadership.com). A former CFO with more than 25 years in Blue Chip companies such as Unilever, Kraft Foods, and Fosters, Stuart accelerates the development of higher level leadership for social justice, climate justice, and to build a regenerative future. Listen … The post Leveraging Privilege with Guest Stuart Pickles (Episode # 231F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

03-04
46:15

Barnaby Wynter: White Allyship For Executive Business Success (Episode # 505)

Barnaby Wynter grew up in the Cotswold region of the UK and didn’t see any Black people until he was 16 years old. Later in 1978, during the Two Tone era of music, he attended a concert of three mixed Black and White member bands who blended SCAR and Punk music. He experienced an amazing … The post Barnaby Wynter: White Allyship For Executive Business Success (Episode # 505) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

02-25
01:00:22

Dr. Clarence Shuler: Threats to Successful Executive Marriage (Episode # 265F)

Dr. Clarence Shuler is the President of Building Lasting Relationships. He and his wife Brenda are the winners of the 2019 Family Life Speaker of the Year Award. Dr. Shuler, a marriage expert for Oprah’s 2020 Love Goals Reality show; speaker with New York Times Best Selling author, Dr. Gary Chapman for The Five Love … The post Dr. Clarence Shuler: Threats to Successful Executive Marriage (Episode # 265F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

02-18
41:29

Rafael and Nikita Ortiz: How Listening to My Wife Saved My Life (Episode # 379F)

When Rafael Ortiz—father, veteran, professional, and husband—began working at the Pentagon, he believed it was the opportunity of a lifetime. That’s why he was shocked when Nikita Ortiz—mother, veteran, professional, and wife to Rafael—flat out refused to join him. Ultimatums were not their style. They were a team in everything, so why was she making … The post Rafael and Nikita Ortiz: How Listening to My Wife Saved My Life (Episode # 379F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

02-11
59:07

The Black Church Past and Present: Pastors Ben and Wanda Anderson (Episode # 328F)

The Black Church has a history of being a place of emotional refuge, leadership training, physical sustenance, the heartbeat of the civil rights movement, and a safe place to worship God with dignity. What relevance does the Black Church have today and into the future? Dr. Karen reviews the history of the official start of … The post The Black Church Past and Present: Pastors Ben and Wanda Anderson (Episode # 328F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

02-04
01:03:13

NASCAR and Other High Speed Brands: Interview with Mike Mooney (Episode # 334F)

Mike Mooney was part of the executive ecosystem behind NASCAR. As an award winning executive, he built and protected the global reputations of such brands as Mercedes-Benz, 3M, NASCAR, Sunoco, Tylenol, and Walmart. Author of the breakthrough book, “Reputation Shift- Lessons from Pit Road to the Boardroom,” Mike speaks with Dr. Karen about the leadership … The post NASCAR and Other High Speed Brands: Interview with Mike Mooney (Episode # 334F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

01-28
59:50

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