Let's Thrive Together with Brittany Cole

Hey, Thrivers! In this episode, we’re going to hear from women leaders from the sports industry as they share their stories of authenticity, empowerment, and overcoming gender bias in this empowering panel discussion at the AllianceBernstein Panel Talk.

The panel features an exceptional lineup of women leaders in the sports industry, including Beth DeBauche, the Commissioner of the Ohio Valley Conference; Michelle Kennedy, President of the Nashville Predators; Johari Matthews, Vice President & Executive Director of the Tennessee Titans Foundation & Community Impact; and Shannon Myers, the SVP & Chief Financial Officer of the Tennessee Titans. 

From the importance of community impact to the value of vulnerability and support, these panelists offer valuable insights into thriving as women in leadership roles. Discover how these women are making a difference in their organizations and communities while paving the way for future female leaders. Each guest shares valuable insights on thriving in their roles and overcoming challenges in the sports industry. 

Join us as we explore the inspiring stories and experiences of these remarkable women in sports leadership. Tune in!

 KEY POINTS:
- Showing up as a woman leader in a male-dominated industry
- The importance of community impact in the sports industry
- Speak up: Overcoming gender bias and stereotypes
- On embracing authenticity and vulnerability as a leader
- The pivotal role of supporting and empowering other women in the workplace
- On creating work-life integration for joy and purpose in life
- On addressing gender-based violence through organizational initiatives
- Some lessons learned from experiences of leadership and inclusivity
- The importance of listening to your heart and happiness
- On celebrating achievements and acknowledging personal growth 

QUOTES:  

“As a woman, whatever your style is — embracing what got you this far is going to carry you forward and allow you to succeed with a sense of joy.” – Beth DeBauche

“In a room full of women, we know the women are better than men. I have the advantage of having the tools women inherently have.” – Michelle Kennedy

“You can have it all. You can have joy, you can have happiness, you can have laughter. You can have family [and] love. You name it – you can have it.” – Johari Matthews

“I like to think of thriving when I’ve got work-life integration in everything I'm doing - I'm finding joy in the system.” – Shannon Myers

“Success for women can look any way it wants to if it fits your lifestyle.” – Beth DeBauche

GUEST RESOURCES
Beth DeBauche
LinkedIn | @beth-debauche

Michelle Kennedy
Website | www.nhl.com/predators/news/nashville-predators-name-michelle-kennedy-president

Johari Matthews 
LinkedIn | @johari-matthews 

Shannon Myers
LinkedIn | @shannon-s-myers

RESOURCES
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Join Brittany as she concludes Season 4 with the ultimate highlights on mastering self-leadership and team thriving!

EPISODES

- EP40: Disrupting The Status Quo Of Leadership Development
- EP45: Lead to Win: Own your Power to Lead with Impact, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence with Carla Harris | Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley
- EP47: Cultivating an Inclusive Culture Where Everybody Thrives with Dr. Janice Gassam Asare | DEI Consultant, Author, Writer
- EP49: Creating a Culture of Coaching
- EP50: Casting Vision and Keeping Leaders Accountable with Ebonee Davis Ifeobu
- EP53: Navigating Faith, Leadership, and Spiritual Growth with Rev. Kenneth Johnson
RESOURCES
The Blueprint to Visibility & Influence Guide | Download your FREE The Blueprint to Visibility & Influence Guide. 
Hey Hey Creative | Click here and experience the Magic of Hey Hey Creative today! 
AB Hillsboro Village | Visit here to learn more about AB Hillsboro Village, Nashville's premiere live event and music venue.
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Join Brittany as she shares the BEST OF episode in Season 4, putting the spotlight for cultivating a thriving network and crafting a remarkable personal brand!

EPISODES

- EP46: Rent Your Title, Own Your Brand
- EP41: Building Professional Relationships Despite Differences with Harry Allen | Co-Founder of Studio Bank
- EP51: You Are The Brand. Choose Yourself & Master Your Message with Maya Elious | CEO of Built to Impact
- EP54: Developing Your Exit Strategy to Maintain Relationships with Kimberly Brown | Career & Leadership Expert 
- EP45: Lead to Win: Own your Power to Lead with Impact, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence with Carla Harris | Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley

RESOURCES
The Blueprint to Visibility & Influence Guide | Download your FREE The Blueprint to Visibility & Influence Guide. 
Hey Hey Creative | Click here and experience the Magic of Hey Hey Creative today! 
AB Hillsboro Village | Visit here to learn more about AB Hillsboro Village, Nashville's premiere live event and music venue.
Get the Own Your Power Checklist, the ultimate guide to helping you own your personal power to drive as a leader.

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Hey there, Thrivers! 

Today, I am joined by a special guest Allison Moore, who’s about to share some valuable insights on effectively addressing conflicts in the workplace, navigating career growth, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

As a standup comedian, communications executive, and speaker, Allison brings a unique perspective to the table, emphasizing the importance of having courageous conversations and giving constructive feedback in the workplace and in life. She also highlights the pivotal role of empathy in leadership and the value of diversity in sustaining efforts for diversity, equity, and inclusion. You will learn more about practical strategies for managing conflicts and the importance of building strong relationships outside of conflicts to facilitate open communication and courageous conversations. 

Join us in this engaging discussion to know when to speak up and to effectively manage a conflict.


 KEY POINTS:
- How to effectively address conflicts 
- On career growth and leadership development 
- The importance of workplace culture and how it influences team dynamics 
- The pivotal role of having courageous conversations 
- On giving constructive feedback 
- The value of diversity in the workplace 
- Ways to sustain DEI efforts 
- The importance of empathy in leadership
- Allison’s definition of ‘thriving’

QUOTES: 
“It’s going to come at some point, you're going to give feedback to your people. And if you are uncomfortable, I appreciate that. That's a good sign that you even care. There's a list of things that you can do — just insert yourself, then if it's okay — ‘I got to deal with this tomorrow. I got to get this constructive feedback tomorrow’.” — Allison Moore

“We miss the opportunities outside of the conflict to build that relationship that allows us to have those conflicts or those courageous conversations.” — Allison Moore

GUEST RESOURCES
Allison Moore
LinkedIn - @allison-moore 

RESOURCES
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Hey Hey Creative | Click here and experience the Magic of Hey Hey Creative today! 
AB Hillsboro Village | Visit here to learn more about AB Hillsboro Village, Nashville's premiere live event and music venue.
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In today’s episode, our special guest Dr. Angela Anderson, US Head of Diversity & Inclusion, Operations & Strategy at Novartis joins us for a candid discussion on navigating leadership amidst overwhelming burnout. 

Dr. Anderson shares valuable insights on overcoming exhaustion and prioritizing self-care, emphasizing the importance of maintaining health and wellness in leadership roles. Through honest conversations and inclusive leadership practices, Dr. Anderson highlights the pivotal role leaders play in creating a positive impact on others and fostering inclusivity within leadership programs. Dr. Anderson also offers practical tips on sustaining energy and creativity in work through rest and reflection, reminding us that rest is not a reward but a requirement for continued success. 

Don’t miss this episode! Join us as we explore strategies for leading others effectively while managing burnout and proactively prioritizing well-being in the journey of leadership growth. 


KEY POINTS:
- Burnout and how to overcome feelings of exhaustion
- The importance of prioritizing self-care, health, and wellness
- The pivotal role of honest conversations and inclusive leadership practices
- How to create a positive impact on others 
- The importance of inclusivity in leadership programs
- Rest & Reflect: Ways to sustain energy and creativity in work

QUOTES: 
“Everybody's journey is not leadership, we still need contributors at every level. And so, if you're experiencing that burnout, where you are figuring out why that is, you need to be proactive around addressing that burnout and then maximize your link.” — Dr. Angela Anderson

“Rest is a requirement, not a reward. Remember that the moment you open your eyes, you've already fought the toughest battle because you beat death again. It's an opportunity for you to do something with that chance.” — Dr. Angela Anderson

GUEST RESOURCES
Dr. Angela Anderson
Website - novartis.com
LinkedIn - drangelaanderson

RESOURCES
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Hey Hey Creative | Click here and experience the Magic of Hey Hey Creative today! 
AB Hillsboro Village | Visit here to learn more about AB Hillsboro Village, Nashville's premiere live event and music venue.
Get the Own Your Power Checklist, the ultimate guide to helping you own your personal power to drive as a leader.

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In this episode of Let’s Thrive Together, I am joined by Joshua Mundy, CEO of Pivot Tech School & Scale Up Business Con, and  Kirbee Miller, Speaker & CEO of Kirbee & Co. Our discussion delves into the transformative power of faith and self-nourishment. 

Drawing from personal experiences, Joshua and Kirbee highlight the journey of overcoming challenges by underscoring the importance of having resilience, adaptability, and self-care. Both also embrace their true potential, emphasizing balancing emotions with facts and sustaining motivation in business endeavors. 

It’s time for you to own your power, narrative, and impact! Join us as we navigate the path to self-discovery, authenticity, and empowerment — leading us to reflect on our strategies and exchange valuable insights that let our journey thrive as a beacon of inspiration to others. 

Tune in, Thrivers! 

KEY POINTS:

- How to balance feelings and facts 
- On overcoming challenges and maintaining motivation in business
- The importance of resilience and self-care
- The pivotal role of being adaptable for entrepreneurial success
- On overcoming adversity through tech education 
- On prioritizing self-care, entrepreneurship, and personal growth
- The value of having confidence, focusing on manifestations, and overcoming opinions
- On personal reflections to reach endeavors 
- Brittany’s growth in 2023: Focus on vision over results 
- How to build an unshakeable faith for 2024 

QUOTES: 

“In 2024, [I aim] to be able to face [and] solve hard things. And to keep pushing is the thing that I want to challenge myself.” — Joshua Mundy 

“I love seeing people step unapologetically into who they were designed to be — like that divine design.” — Brittany Cole

“No one outside of you is going to come save you. You have many resources, people are geographically close to you, and you're in a relationship with people. But, if you're anything like me, there have been points in your life where it just doesn't land. And so that word ‘nourish’ kept coming back to me.” — Kirbee Miller

GUEST RESOURCES
Joshua Mundy 
Website | joshuamundy.com
IG | @iammrmundy
X | @iammrmundy 
YouTube |  @iammrmundy 

Kirbee Miller 
Website | @kirbeeandco 
LinkedIn | @kirbee-miller
IG | @kirbeeandco


RESOURCES
The Blueprint to Visibility & Influence Guide | Download your FREE The Blueprint to Visibility & Influence Guide. 
Hey Hey Creative | Click here and experience the Magic of Hey Hey Creative today! 
AB Hillsboro Village | Visit here to learn more about AB Hillsboro Village, Nashville's premiere live event and music venue.
Get the Own Your Power Checklist, the ultimate guide to helping you own your personal power to drive as a leader.

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