Grace & Grind

You’ve mastered the metrics, built the brand, led the team—but still feel a gap between the title and your authentic truth? Grace & Grind is your executive she-shed: a sacred space where you can unpack your internal battles, reclaim your authenticity, and rise from performing to embodying your true leadership power. Hosted by Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion, certified executive leadership coach, international etiquette instructor and trauma-informed coach. This podcast speaks directly to C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving women. Expect transformational conversations on inner healing, emotional intelligence, spiritual leadership, and self-mastery—no fluff, no filter. This is not about gaining more credentials. It’s about deep personal work that redefines how you lead, live, and love—from the inside out. Whether you're a CEO, VP, or visionary leader, this is your invitation to trade the mask for the mirror—and step fully into your authentic power. Because when you walk in, people will take notice. Connect with us! Instagram: @iampamala Facebook: Totally You-nique Educational Consultants, LLC  LinkedIn: Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion TikTok: @TYECLLC Website: Totallyyou-nique – Consulting

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Confidence Is the New Power Suit (Live from WXXI Studio)

    Ep. 34 What if the most powerful thing you could wear isn’t a designer suit—but your confidence? In this powerful replay from the Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-A-Thon, host Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion sits down with motivational speaker Maisha Beard of The Maisha Experience to explore how real confidence begins within. Together, they unpack the mindset shifts that help women move from self-doubt to self-mastery — turning pain into purpose and authenticity into power. Maisha shares her journey from insecurity to self-acceptance, revealing why she calls confidence “the new power suit,” while Dr. Pam introduces the concept of Emotional Etiquette as a tool for healing and self-awareness. 💡 Key Takeaways: Confidence isn’t a look — it’s a lifestyle. Transform your pain into divine purpose. Practice emotional awareness as a path to authentic leadership. 🎧 Listen now to this live episode recorded in front of a live studio audience at WXXI and rediscover what it means to show up as your highest, truest self. Resources: 🔗 The Maisha Experience 🔗 Totally Unique by Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion Lisa Nichols – Transformational Speaking Napoleon Hill – Think and Grow Rich Chapters: 0:00 Confidence and Authenticity as Powerful Tools for Personal Growth 8:03 Transforming Pain Into Purpose and Embracing Emotional Healing 12:58 Harnessing Positive Energy and Confidence for Personal Growth 18:21 Embracing Authenticity Through Self-Acceptance and Vulnerability 22:42 The Journey of Forgiveness, Self-Awareness, and Personal Growth 26:34 Confidence as the New Executive Currency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min
  2. 18 SEPT

    7 Pillars of Emotional Etiquette with Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion

    Ep. 32 What does it really take to rise with grace, confidence, and emotional authority? In this episode of Grace & Grind, Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion shares insights from her upcoming book She Rises, a powerful prequel to Emotional: The Hidden Language of Healed Women. She introduces the 7 Pillars of Emotional Etiquette—a healing-centered framework that transforms how women lead, communicate, and thrive: 1️⃣ Emotional Awareness – You can’t regulate what you don’t recognize 2️⃣ Emotional Atonement – Feel it to free it 3️⃣ Emotional Regulation – Pause is power 4️⃣ Emotional Tact – Say it with softness and strength 5️⃣ Emotional Boundaries – Every healthy yes needs a confident no 6️⃣ Emotional Discipline – Stay grounded when it gets gritty 7️⃣ Emotional Reframing – Change how you see it, change how you heal 💎 Together, these pillars move you from being emotionally reactive to emotionally refined—empowering you to lead with clarity, compassion, and unshakable confidence. 🎧 Tune in now to learn how to embody this framework and step fully into the woman you’re becoming. ✨ Free Emotional Etiquette Masterclass Join Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion for a live, interactive session every 2nd & 4th Thursday from 6–7:30 PM. 👉 Register Here 💎 10-Week Emotional Etiquette Bootcamp Go deeper into the 7 Pillars of Emotional Etiquette with Dr. Brown-Grinion’s transformational 10-week program. Begins Tuesday, September 30th, 6–8 PM. 👉 Sign Up Here 🎙 The Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-a-Thon Be part of our first live studio audience on Saturday, September 27th at WXXI, Rochester, NY. Join Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion and fellow JazzCast Pros hosts for a day of inspiration, strategy, and real talk on business and self-growth. 👉 Get VIP Tickets Promo Code Aligned Chapters: 0:00 – Welcome to Grace & Grind with Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion 1:30 – Introducing Emotional Etiquette: A Framework for Women Leaders 4:19 – Why Traditional Etiquette Isn’t Enough Without Healing 7:31 – From Trauma to Transformation: Dr. Brown-Grinion’s Journey 10:32 – Aligning Inner Healing with Outer Presence 14:13 – What Is Emotional Etiquette? The Hidden Language of Leadership 18:06 – Claiming Your Emotional Authority 21:28 – The 7 Pillars of Emotional Etiquette Explained 22:07 – Pillar 1: Emotional Awareness – You can’t regulate what you don’t recognize 22:48 – Pillar 2: Emotional Atonement – Feel it to free it 23:27 – Pillar 3: Emotional Regulation – Pause is power 24:12 – Pillar 4: Emotional Tact – Say it with softness and strength 24:51 – Pillar 5: Emotional Boundaries – Every healthy yes needs a confident no 26:04 – Pillar 6: Emotional Discipline – Stay grounded when it gets gritty 26:43 – Pillar 7: Emotional Reframing – Change how you see it, change how you heal 28:00 – Reframing Trauma Through Emotional Authority 30:52 – Turning Trauma Into Wisdom and Growth 34:06 – Practices for Releasing and Rewriting Your Story 34:56 – Free Masterclass, Bootcamp, and Pod-a-Thon Invitations 36:28 – Closing Message: You Have the Power Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  3. 4 SEPT

    Black Excellence and the Power of Presence with Lady Trenette Wilson

    Ep. 31 If you think etiquette is just about table manners, you’re missing the bigger picture. In today’s competitive world, soft skills are power skills — the very tools that open doors, command respect, and build lasting legacies. On this week’s episode of Grace & Grind, Dr. Pam sits down with bestselling author and etiquette powerhouse Lady Trenette Wilson for an unforgettable conversation on the art of grace, emotional intelligence, and leadership. Together, they unpack: 💎 Why etiquette is an essential skill for executive women in 2025 💎 How to master “emotional etiquette” and keep your power under pressure 💎 The untold stories of Black excellence fueling Lady T’s new series Hunter’s Point ✨ This isn’t just a talk about refinement — it’s about empowerment, presence, and purpose. About Lady Trenette Wilson Professionally known as Lady T, she is the founder and CEO of the National Association of Urban Etiquette Professionals (NAUEP), the nation’s largest etiquette association serving underserved communities. With over 25 years of experience, more than 50 published etiquette books, and her popular YouTube channel Royal, Black, and Elite (15K+ subscribers, 2M views), Lady T is a nationally recognized voice for excellence and empowerment. 🔗 Resources from this episode: • Royal, Black, and Elite YouTube Channel • National Association of Urban Etiquette Professionals • Lady T’s upcoming book: Respect the Game 🎟️ Want more conversations like this live? Join Dr. Pam and the Grace & Grind family at the Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-a-Thon — where you can be part of the studio audience, connect with powerful women, and meet your favorite podcast hosts in person. Get VIP tix at JazzCast Pros.comUse Promo Code EARLY September 27, 2025 at WXXI Public Media in Rochester, NY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  4. 21 AUG

    Stop Living a Double Life | How to Lead from a Place of Wholeness

    Ep. 30 What does alignment really mean for women in leadership? In this episode of Grace + Grind, Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion gets real about the challenges of living authentically when your public persona doesn’t match your private reality. 🎤 Join a live studio taping of Grace & Grind at the Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-a-thon, happening September 27 at WXXI Studio A. There, she’ll go even deeper into how authenticity and alignment are shaping the future of women in leadership. 👉 Get discounted VIP Tickets with Code ALIGNMENT WXXI Presents the Aligned Entrepreneur Pod-a-Thon | JazzCast Pros In this episode Dr. Pam shares why wholeness—the integration of your inner and outer worlds—is becoming the new standard for women leaders, plus practical steps to build character, protect your energy, and foster genuine trust. Authenticity isn’t optional—it’s the cornerstone of transformational leadership. Contact Dr. Pam and learn more about the Wholeness as the new standard for Women Leaders training program Facebook: Totally You-nique Educational Consultants, LLC LinkedIn: Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion TikTok: @TYECLLC Website: Totallyyou-nique – Consulting 💡 What you’ll learn: Why alignment between your inner values and outer actions creates credibility & trust. How misalignment leads to exhaustion, broken relationships, and lost integrity. Dr. Pam’s RAPID framework (Responsibility, Accountability, Passion, Integrity, Discipline) for building authentic leadership. The role of truth-tellers and accountability circles in sustaining growth. #GraceAndGrind #AlignedEntrepreneur #WomenInLeadership #AuthenticLeadership Chapters: 0:00 Wholeness as the New Standard for Women Leaders 2:36 Authenticity in Leadership and Its Impact on Trust 6:43 The Importance of Authenticity and Alignment in Leadership 12:36 Aligning Personal Values Through Self-Audit and Consistency 15:45 Building Authentic Connections Through Accountability Circles 17:52 Aligning Public and Private Selves for Authentic Living Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
  5. 24 JULY

    R&D Tax Credit – The New Goldrush for Businesses

    Ep. 29 Think R&D tax credits are just for tech giants? Think again. In this episode of Grace & Grind, Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion sits down with Mike Hinsvard, Managing Partner at Dreams Business Resources, to reveal a massive financial opportunity that many small to mid-sized business leaders are missing: the quintupled R&D tax credit. Whether you're in manufacturing, construction, or even the service industry—this credit could mean tens of thousands back in your pocket. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to qualify for the R&D tax credit ✅ Why this isn’t just for Silicon Valley ✅ How to amend past tax returns for a bigger refund ✅ The truth behind payroll tax savings ✅ How you can refer businesses and earn 💬 “Too often small and medium businesses just simply are not taking advantage of R&D and many other incentives.” – Mike Hinsvard 🎧 Don’t miss this episode if you're ready to lead smarter and save bigger. 👉 Join here: 🔗 Apply for your tax credit 🔗 Join the referral program Connect with Dr. Pam Facebook: Totally You-nique Educational Consultants, LLC  LinkedIn: Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion TikTok: @TYECLLC Website: Totallyyou-nique – Consulting 00:00 Topic Teaser 00:54 Introducing Mike Hinsvard 01:57 Quintupled Changes to the Tax Credit 03:29 Dispelling Myths About Eligibility 04:51 Processes and Services That Qualify 06:47 Shift in Claiming R&D Expenses 08:06 Biggest Payroll Tax Refund Opportunity 09:47 Importance of Knowing Tax Credits 11:47 Common Misconceptions 13:55 How the R&D Gold Rush Works 16:32 State Tax Credits and Other Benefits 18:52 Navigating Changes in Tax Laws 20:52 Opportunities for Team Members 23:12 Conclusion and Call to Action #GraceAndGrind #BusinessTaxCredit #WomenInLeadership #FinancialStrategy #ExecutiveWisdom #SmallBusinessWins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min

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You’ve mastered the metrics, built the brand, led the team—but still feel a gap between the title and your authentic truth? Grace & Grind is your executive she-shed: a sacred space where you can unpack your internal battles, reclaim your authenticity, and rise from performing to embodying your true leadership power. Hosted by Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion, certified executive leadership coach, international etiquette instructor and trauma-informed coach. This podcast speaks directly to C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving women. Expect transformational conversations on inner healing, emotional intelligence, spiritual leadership, and self-mastery—no fluff, no filter. This is not about gaining more credentials. It’s about deep personal work that redefines how you lead, live, and love—from the inside out. Whether you're a CEO, VP, or visionary leader, this is your invitation to trade the mask for the mirror—and step fully into your authentic power. Because when you walk in, people will take notice. Connect with us! Instagram: @iampamala Facebook: Totally You-nique Educational Consultants, LLC  LinkedIn: Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion TikTok: @TYECLLC Website: Totallyyou-nique – Consulting

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