Join me for this podcast with Jane Mudgett, one of our partners at the Exceptional Leaders Lab and author of the soon to be released book, 5 Alive. In this episode, we discuss her philosophy around the five critical elements of incremental chan

EP 20 - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Tom Vincent

Feb 11th, 2020 51m 51s

Join me for this podcast with lawyer Tom Vincent, the co-chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee at the GableGotwals Law Firm. We dive deep into the importance of D, E & I and how to weave it into the culture of your company, no

EP 19 - Travel Trailers, Partnership, and No Regrets with Ana Maddox

Jan 29th, 2020 39m 43s

Join me fo this episode with the co-founder and Director of Engagement of Zealot Branding, Ana Maddox. We'll dive into the value of relationship in business and the challenges of growing a small one.

EP 18 - The Value of a Support System with Patty Wilson

Aug 9th, 2019 22m 41s

In this podcast, I am excited to introduce you to Patty Wilson, LPC, who is the Executive Director at Hospice of Green Country. Join us as we discuss some of the misconceptions related to hospice care and the challenges Patty and her team encou

EP 17 - Establishing a Great Culture & Rapport with Your Team with Paula Settoon

Feb 9th, 2019 26m 9s

Join me as I sit down with Paula Settoon! Paula is the Dean of Libraries and Knowledge Management for Tulsa Community College, an HLC Accreditation Liaison Officer, and the Tulsa Area United Way Campaign Coordinator. Hear how she approached her

EP 16 - Developing & Encouraging Leaders with Wendy Thomas

Oct 26th, 2018 17m 24s

Today's guest is Wendy Thomas, Executive Director of Leadership Tulsa, a community organization focused on developing leaders. Hear about Wendy's passion and the important work of this organization engaging leaders in the community through serv

EP 15 - Passionate Nonprofit Leader(ship) with Lori Long

Oct 19th, 2018 30m 46s

In this episode, you'll get to know Lori Long, the Executive Director of the Tulsa based nonprofit, Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges. She shares about her passion, commitment, and the resolve it takes to successfully run a nonpro

EP 14 - Finding Your Joy with Rosemary Harris

Oct 12th, 2018 32m 34s

Join me as I interview Rosemary Harris! From her fear of public speaking to her passion for serving on non-profit boards, this episode delves even deeper still to her love of and willingness for adventure and her decision to live life joyfully.

EP 13 - When a Calling Alters Your Career Path with Chris Brecht

Oct 5th, 2018 21m 1s

My guest for this episode is Chris Brecht. He is a lawyer, currently running for a District Judge position in Tulsa. Hear about his passion for working with children, the calling he feels to run for this position, and much more.

EP 12 - Losing My Religion Part 2 with Debbie McDaniel

Sep 21st, 2018 37m 17s

In this conclusion of our previous episode, you'll hear more from my friend, the author, Debbie McDaniel. She concludes the powerful story of her experience in and leaving the Jehovah's Witness organization,

EP 11 - Losing My Religion Part 1 with Debbie McDaniel

Sep 14th, 2018 32m 1s

In this episode, we take a departure from typical leadership topics as I am joined by my friend and author, Debbie McDaniel. She shares a bit of her story as told in her book, Out with Consequences, of life in and leaving the Jehovah's Witness

EP 10 - How Do Women Get a Seat at the Table with Charlotte Stith

Sep 7th, 2018 26m 5s

In many companies, women have not had a seat at the table, and honestly, it can still be hard to get there. My guest Charlotte Stith shares of her experience of getting a seat at the table.

EP 9 - The Best & Toughest Parts of Entrepreneurship with Terry Buske

Aug 31st, 2018 31m 32s

Entrepreneurship can be one of the most challenging undertakings and, at the same time, one of the best. The personal and professional growth gained from it is just some of what we are talking about with our guest Terry Buske.

BONUS - One Millennials Journey with Alexandra Harris

Aug 30th, 2018 10m 47s

In this micro-episode we talk travel, charity, writing a book and more! What did you do and do you continue to do to find your passions and pursuing them?

EP 8 - Generational Differences In The Workplace - With Nancy Gunter

Aug 11th, 2018 30m 1s

In all facets of our lives, we encounter generational differences with those we interact with. In this episode, we delve into this topic with Nancy Gunter, an expert in this area - she shares her insights to help all of us manage and thrive wit

EP 7 - Learning to Exhale - with Kevin Gassaway

Aug 11th, 2018 36m 46s

A fascinating conversation with my friend and Tulsa attorney, Kevin Gassaway. From hiding from the bank robbers to the disappearance of Possum Holler ...where will the conversation take us? For sure, to the power of community in our lives.

EP 6 - Spirituality, Religion, And Never Wearing Dresses With JoAnn Huber

Aug 3rd, 2018 39m 7s

My friend, JoAnn, and I discuss how religion and spirituality play a role in your community and in creating your tribe. An Interfaith Minister, JoAnn brings her unique perspective to this deeply personal episode.

EP 5 - Seeing Things Through a New Lens with JoAnn Huber

Aug 3rd, 2018 38m 42s

In this episode, we talked about all the things you shouldn't talk about like politics, religion and the #metoo movement. Bringing her unique view, my guest JoAnn Huber, an interfaith minister, licensed social worker, and former nurse and I get

EP 4 - Sometimes Getting Fired Leads to the Beginning of Something Great with Wally Schmader

Aug 3rd, 2018 34m 4s

You can't make this up! Wally Schmader and I discuss getting fired on the same day and how this life-shifting change launched a business wherein we are both living our passion. Sometimes our comfort level in a career or position could be holdin

EP 3 - Developing a Great Business Partnership with Wally Schmader

Aug 3rd, 2018 41m 5s

He's Bernie Taupin to my Elton John! In this episode, you'll meet my partner in the Exceptional Leaders Lab, Wally Schmader. He, an introvert to my extrovert personality, over 20+ years of working together we have learned how to play to each ot

EP 2 - The Struggles Of A First - Time Leader with Melissa Shepherd

Aug 3rd, 2018 39m 42s

Becoming a leader of your peers can be a difficult shift to make. In this episode, we discuss the challenges that arise when being promoted over your peers. Our guest Melissa Shepherd Experienced this firsthand and shares what she learned about

EP 1 - Basketball, Balance, And Beating Cancer with Jeanine Michealsen

Aug 3rd, 2018 34m 55s

Our real-life leader for this episode is Jeanine Michealsen, the Director of Health Engagement for the West Coast at Cigna. Sharing her insights of learning the need for balance and where you want to spend the most of your time, and how her bat

EP 6 - Basketball, Balance & Beating Cancer - With Jeanine Michealsen

Jul 20th, 2018 35m 7s

EP 5 - Spirituality, Religion & Never Wearing Dresses - With Joann Huber

Jul 20th, 2018 33m 15s

My friend, JoAnn, and I discuss how religion and spirituality play a role in your community and in creating your tribe. An interfaith Minister, JoAnne brings her unique perspective to this deeply personal episode.