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It's the end of March madness, but we are still talking basketball! Dr. Maq speaks with author Tim Allston about his new book "Where Jump Shots Meet Jesus." Is it Jordan or Pippen?  Who are the true leaders of some of the most winning teams in professional basketball history? Mr. Allston's book explores the ideas of servant leadership on the basketball court as evidenced by dynasties in the NBA.  Get your copy of his book at Timallston.com#leadership #authenticleadership #basketball #leaders #servantleader #NBA #bulls, #celtics #lakers #goat #MVP #christianleaders #jordan #pippen #jordanvspippenGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq has been privileged to interview some great women leaders across multiple industries. In this bonus episode she shares historical facts about Women's History Month and highlights of her previous interviews.  Take note of some episodes you may want to re-listen to or listen to for the first time. Listen to your favorite episodes https://leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.com Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or listen now  https://linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potential https://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com#leadership #leaders #leadershipcoach #womenleaders #medicine #ministry #STEM #womeninstem #representationmatters #conflictresolution #personalgrowth #poetry #spokenword #art #artist #blackart #buzzsprout #podcast #podcaster #podcastingGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq's guest is Commissioner of Madison County Alabama’s 6th District Mrs. Violet Edwards and they discuss special firsts, community engagement, advocating for all constituents’ voices and controversies over Juneteenth and confederate statues.  Mrs. Edwards is a businesswoman and former journalist that was elected to the Madison County Commission  in 2020. Upon her election, Edwards made history as the first Black woman to serve on the commission - shattering a ceiling that held for 212 years. She is the architect of resolutions that have impacted Madison County's diversity in recruitment, redistricting, and veterans' support.  This year she announced a $65K initiative to fight homelessness and launched a $1.2M project to add sidewalks and upgrade handicap-accessible ramps in her district.Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or listen now  https://linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com#leadership #leaders #leadershipcoach #politics #womeninpolitics #women #community #communityleader #changemaker #confederatemonuments #vote #voters #buzzsprout #podcast #podcaster #podcastingGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq's  guest,  the multi-talented Theresa tha Songbird, talks about her love of art and how she is using it to promote positivity and self-love. The video of Songbird's appearance on the 2019 Trumpet Awards, which aired on Bounce TV, reciting the poem You So Black  went  viral.  The  poem which  speaks to the beauty, joy, pain and triumphs associated with ‘Blackness' was also featured by  Facebook during Black  History Month in  2021.  She has shared the stage with acclaimed artists including Jill Scott, MC Lyte, Jasmine Sullivan, Robert Glasper and Bobby Brown.  Theresa’s gifting led her to write a book of poetry entitled Mass Matter Magic and a children’s book, You So Black.   Connect with Songbird: https://linktr.ee/thasongbirdFollow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or listen now  https://linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potential  https://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leaderShop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com#leadership #leaders #leadershipcoach #poetry #spokenword #art #artist #blackart #selflove  #empowerment #pride #buzzsprout #podcast #podcaster #podcastingGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq's guest is Mrs. Helen Cole is a trailblazer in municipal politics and is committed to helping more women enter into political leadership and other roles of social and community influence.  She  founded The Jean Collective, which is committed to training women for political leadership.  In this interview Helen shares her tips for women considering running for office.  To learn more about Helen's work visit  www.thejeancollective.caFollow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or listen now  https://linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potential https://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com#leadership #leaders #leadershiplessons #womenleaders #womenshistorymonth  #power #politics #womeninpolitics #smartwomen #strongwomen #podcaster #podcast #podcasting #buzzsproutGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq's  guest this week is doctor of Complementary and Integrative Health, Michelle Greenwell. Dr. Greenwell has spent years in study of movement in the areas of; dance, therapeutic touch, and Tai Chi. She is passionate about teaching entrepreneurs the benefit of using movement to heal the body and bioenergetic wellness.  Connect with with Dr. Greenwell: https://linktr.ee/dancedebutFollow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or listen now  https://linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potential https://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com#leadership #leaders #leadershipcoach #movement #taichi #dance #choreography #healing #health #buzzsprout #podcast #podcaster #podcastingGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Listen to Dr. Maq's  can't miss conversation with award-winning journalist Ms. Eden Strachan, the author of Black Girls Don't Get Love and the founder of Black Girls WILL Get Love, Inc.  Ms. Strachan's work and upcoming feature film centers  around affirming the beauty of Black girls to combat the feelings of insecurity produced through the intake of Eurocentric beauty standards.#podcast #leadership #leaders #buzzsprout #media #blackinmedia #womeninmedia #nonprofit #blackbeauty #beauty #smallbusiness  #blackbusiness #empowerment #bhm #blackhistorymonthGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq talks with Jonathan L. Mullins, EA owner of JLM Tax & Accounting Solutions, LLC about what small business owners should know about changes in the tax code, and things to remember when completing your W-4 for a new job. Contact Mr. Mullins via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mullins-ea-1b8aa2165#podcast #leadership #leaders #buzzsprout #taxes #taxseason # tax solutions #accounting #taxday #irs #smallbusiness  #blackbusiness #newhire #bhm #blackhistorymonthFollow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or at leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.comTo contact Dr. Maq or to subscribe and support Lead. Speak. Grow. visit linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq’s guest is Dr. Frank I. Mullins, Associate Professor of Management at The University of Alabama in Huntsville. He shares three keys for picking the perfect PhD program and his experience as an African American academician in business. For coaching or guest speaking engagements contact Dr. Mullins via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-i-mullins-ph-d-8625834?original_referer=To contact Dr. Maq or subscribe and support Lead. Speak. Grow. visit linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowFollow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts or at leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.com#podcast #leadership #leaders #buzzsprout #education #phd #highereducation #phdprogram #phdproject #blackprofessors #bhm #blackhistorymonth #hbcuGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Know your numbers. On Episode 2.3 Dr. Maq and Dr. Scott Whiteford of Talent Plus, Inc., discuss how data analytics support DEI and methods businesses can use to limit the effects of leadership biases. Connect with Scott on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwhiteford/  #leadership #podcast #podcaster #data #analytics #knowyournumbers #Bias #leaders #DEI #diversitySponsored by BuyEmpowered.com code: PODCASTGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq’s guest, Diane Eisenstein is a professional organizer and shares tips for organizing your space to optimize productivity.  Diane is the owner of The Tidy Abode and can be reached at thetidyabode.com  #leadership #authentic #liveauthentically #getorganized  Get your Free Download -  Lead With Gratitudehttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/lead-with-gratitude-guide/?coupon=LEADWGGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Join Dr. Maq for a moment of gratefulness. In this episode she welcomes you to share your thoughts with her and embrace a gratitude mindset in every season.Remember to follow where you get your podcasts.  https://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/lead-with-gratitude-guide/?coupon=LEADWGGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Listen in as Dr. Maq speaks to therapist Mr. Choya Wise.  Wise is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and the owner of Aspire Counseling and Consulting Services.   Mr. Wise brings his nearly 20 years of experience working in mental health to bear, providing insight into how we may need to “pre-plan” special occasions that we find triggering and ways to support those around us that may be feeling lonely, or isolated during the holiday season.  He also discusses his work supporting families, his fellow counselors and therapists and students aspiring to work in the mental health field. Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcast.  leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.comContent of this podcast is not to be used as a diagnosis or treatment. Listeners should contact a licensed counselor/therapist for support.org. 12/22/2021Get your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq is joined by Chaplain and nonprofit founder Renee Moody-Sims for the final episode of the first season.  Moody-Sims shares how planting a garden is growing her as a minister; while simultaneously growing the digital footprint of her nonprofit, Elmer Avenue Fellowship.  To connect with Moody-Sims about speaking or urban gardening email reneedsims@gmail.com.Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.com.  Connect with Lead. Speak. Grow. linktr.ee/leadspeakgrow#leadership #podcast #podcaster #urbangardening #womenpastors #digitalministry #onlineministry #buzzsproutGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq is joined by self-professed “egoholic” Mr. Tim Allston.  Allston is an author, speaker and life coach who shares how working on his “ego problem” helped set him on a course to pen four books.  Download his book at www.timallston.comFollow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.com.  Connect with Lead. Speak. Grow. linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

There is more to the $180 billion video game industry than just playing games. In this conversation with Dr. Maq, Mr. Marcus “Esports” Howard, the CEO of MetArena a company making esports accessible to brands of all sizes and diverse communities.  He shares his insights into the future of gaming and prioritizing the inclusion of Black and Latinx people. His book, INNOVATE Gaming & Esports is a guide to the people, companies, products, and services that are leading the race within the gaming/esports industry’s innovation ecosystem. To order the Ebook visit https://opensea.io/collection/innovate-gaming-esports.  For the hardcopy of the book visit https://innovationsoftheworld.com/ecosystems/gaming-esports/Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.com.  Connect with Lead. Speak. Grow. linktr.ee/leadspeakgrowGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Dr. Maq talks about cultivating safe spaces for Black students on university campuses with Dr. Sydney Freeman, Jr.  Dr. Freeman is a Professor of Adult Organizational Learning and Leadership in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences at the University of Idaho.  He is a Visiting Scholar in the Office of the Provost at the University of Pennsylvania. An esteemed researcher, Dr. Freeman (https://www.drsydneyfreemanjr.com) also serves as director of the University of Idaho's new Black History Research Lab.Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcasts linktr.ee/leadspeakgrow.Get your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Denise Onwere, artist and owner of the award winning Denise Onwere Gallery talks about transitioning from social work to entrepreneurship and how she remains inspired to create. Onwere is passionate about providing kids with a sense of belonging and believes art is the key to opening up a child’s mind, imagination and dialogue about what they are feeling.Follow Lead. Speak. Grow. https://linktr.ee/leadspeakgrow#blackexcellence #leadership #blackart #blackartist #supportblackart  #enterpreneurship #podcast #amplifyblackvoicesGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Join part two of Dr.  Maq's conversation with Franz "Mr. Boom" Mentor as they discuss how his military service influences his work as a certified personal trainer and author.  He also discusses the parallels between his mission in the military and his life's mission.Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcast or at leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.comTo contact or support Lead. Speak. Grow. visit linktr.ee/leadspeakgrow#podcast # leadership #wellness #fitness #health #veteranbusiness #lifestlyeGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com

Join Dr.  Maq's conversation with Franz "Mr. Boom" Mentor as they discuss how his military service influences his work as a certified personal trainer and author.  He also shares how he uses his explosive energy to motivate others to live a healthier lifestyle and how he acquired the "Mr. Boom" persona.Follow the Lead. Speak. Grow. Podcast where you listen to podcast or at leadspeakgrow.buzzsprout.comTo contact or support Lead. Speak. Grow. visit linktr.ee/leadspeakgrow#podcast # leadership #wellness #fitness #health #veteranbusiness #lifestlyeGet your Free Download - You Are A Leader! 3 strategies for maximizing your leadership potentialhttps://leadspeakgrow.thrivecart.com/you-are-a-leader/Shop our sponsor BuyEmpowered.com