For Our Edification

Real stories of transformation. Real insights for navigating change.
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A personal leadership podcast that shares real stories about moments that transform people's careers. Eddie Francis reaches into his bag of strategic communications and leadership expertise, while Dr. Halima Leak Francis comes in with super cool sociological insights to help us be our best selves. forouredification.substack.com

  1. 081 | Be the Pattern with Carrie KC West

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    081 | Be the Pattern with Carrie KC West

    As someone who often speaks her mind, Carrie KC West’s story of career transformation began when a single, unfortunate moment with her boss in Corporate America led to her current career. As she has worked with people as a “hidden story doula,” Carrie has also worked to be the pattern so that her clients could “disrupt the familiar” to tell their hidden stories. About Carrie KC West | carriekcwest.com Carrie KC West is the founder of The Life Rewrite System™ and the award-winning author of Life Rewritten and Money Rewritten. She helps people recognize the hidden narratives shaping their lives and consciously choose new ones. Her approach blends story analysis, emotional awareness, and practical tools. Clients leave strengthened in their own insight, not dependent on hers. Because the point is not to follow her story. It is to reclaim yours. Join Carrie at the Hidden Story Intensive in July! The views expressed on “For Our Edification” do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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  2. 080 | When Perfectionism Becomes the Disability with Michelle Steiner

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    080 | When Perfectionism Becomes the Disability with Michelle Steiner

    Michelle Steiner suffered a setback in her career when she lost her job during the COVID lockdown, but she had already passed a major life test. Michelle had been told that she wouldn't be successful in college because of her learning disability. Instead of retreating within, Michelle leaned on her community and used that setback to earn her bachelor's degree. Now a disability advocate and an educator, Michelle visited For Our Edification to tell her career transformation story. About Michelle Steiner | michellesmission.com Michelle Steiner lives with an invisible disability. From the start, many people have told her she could not go to college, get her bachelor’s degree, get published, or have the job she wanted. But she has been able to do all of that and more. Michelle graduated from Slippery Rock University with a bachelor’s degree in community programming. Even more, she has articles published on The Mighty, Non-Verbal Learning Project, Dyscalculia Blog, The Reluctant Spoonie, Kalopina Collective, Imagine the World as One Magazine, and Word Gathering. Michelle’s photographs were featured in Word Gathering Independent and Work Ready. She works as a paraeducator in a school with students with disabilities. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two cats. You can find her at Michelle’s blog www.michellesmission.com. The views expressed on “For Our Edification” do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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    079 | On My Brain: Patience Matters in the Pivot

    A common question that has come up since my most recent full-time adventure: How did I pivot so quickly? I got to work on reinventing myself quickly, but the truth is that this career pivot—my fifth one—took a bit longer. In this episode, I talk about the steps I took and why patience matters in the pivot. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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    078 | From Surviving to Helping Others Survive the Toxic Workplace with Phillip Holmes

    "Setbacks start with what feel like peaks." That's how ‪Phillip Holmes kicked off his conversation with me about his journey from surviving a toxic workplace to helping others navigate toxic workplaces. A coach and leadership consultant, Phillip visited For Our Edification to talk about the process of rebounding from getting lost in ambition to gaining clarity through self-evaluation. Check out Phillip’s thoughts about how people can navigate toxic situations where they work on my weekly radio show, The Way Forward. About Dave Delaney | highestgood.consulting Phillip Holmes is the founder of Highest Good, a coaching and consulting firm that helps high performers navigate toxic workplaces and build careers on their own terms. After earning three promotions in under five years and delivering record-breaking results, Phillip walked away from a politically toxic environment and turned that experience into a platform reaching over 200 million views and 350,000+ followers across social media. Today, he coaches professionals and consults with executive leaders across more than 10 countries to promote healthier workplaces and fulfilling work. His work spans one-on-one coaching, strategic career plans, leadership development, and team development. Phillip is married to Jasmine, and they have three sons. The views expressed on “For Our Edification” do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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  5. 077 | The PR Crisis That Transformed My Career

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    077 | The PR Crisis That Transformed My Career

    It was 15 years ago that I encountered my first and worst crisis as a public relations professional. It was then, when I was Southern University at New Orleans’ public relations director, that a Louisiana legislator proposed a bill that would merge SUNO with the University of New Orleans as part of their move into the University of Louisiana System. The writing was on the wall that a merger presumably meant SUNO’s closure. The moment that hit me without mercy—causing a combination of rage, frustration, and fear—was a local newspaper column that dragged my then-employer through the mud, igniting weeks of additional harsh media and social media commentaries. In the end, SUNO was removed from the bill and remains a member of the Southern University System. In this Higher Edification segment, I speak candidly about how I found a transformational moment with the help of the SUNO community. I also talk about how I developed my personal leadership while continuing to practice personal growth and development. Read more about how this moment helped my growth. The views expressed on “For Our Edification” do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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  6. ٢٥ فبراير

    076 | Resilience in Mindfulness with Dave Delaney

    As was the case for so many, 2020 wasn’t a great year for Dave Delaney. With the COVID-19 lockdown, his speaking business took a big hit, and natural disasters had become too much a part of his life. On top of that, Dave had been diagnosed with ADHD. With his love for communication and the stage, Dave found a renewed energy in improv, but he found new life in mindfulness. In this conversation, Dave shares how finding resilience in mindfulness and community has played a role in both his personal and professional lives. About Dave Delaney | davedelaney.me Dave Delaney is a communication and leadership strategist, ADHD-aware coach, keynote speaker, and published author with 25-plus years of experience helping organizations and professionals communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. He blends communication strategy, digital fluency, human-centered leadership, and creativity to help teams solve real problems: unclear messaging, siloed communication, low engagement, stalled growth, and the everyday friction that slows mission-driven work.Dave has served organizations as a senior communications leader, director of communications, consultant, and fractional support for marketing, culture, and leadership teams. He also coaches professionals, especially ADHD adults, to improve communication, navigate change, and build the clarity and follow-through they need to grow in their work and lives. Dave is the host of the Wise Squirrels Podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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    075 | Discovering His Sovereign Path with Rory Verrett

    Rory Verrett felt "rudderless" after being defeated early in his career—literally. The New Orleans native had returned from Harvard Law School and had a strong start to his career when he decided to run for public office. But he suffered a bitter defeat. It was a moment that Rory describes as feeling "devastated" and "embarrassed." That moment led to a series of career moves that have helped Rory discover a superpower that he didn't realize he had. This discussion is a lesson in coping with what happens when manifesting doesn't work, making room for what may be your real talent, and the power of introspection when you rely on your supporters. About Rory Verrett | mysovereignpath.com The founder of Sovereign Path™ and one of the most trusted executive coaches for purpose-driven leaders across industries and continents, Rory brings a rare combination of experience in executive search, leadership development, and succession strategy. He brings deep insight into what it takes to lead with clarity, conviction, and long-term impact. Rory has coached CEOs, general counsels, professional sports coaches, startup founders, nonprofit executives, finance leaders, and global entrepreneurs. His work draws on over two decades of advising senior leaders at critical inflection points in their careers and organizations. Rory developed Sovereign Path after leading succession planning for global corporations, managing the NFL’s leadership academy for emerging front office executives, and curating learning experiences for club executives at Stanford and Wharton business schools. He has presented talent strategy insights at the White House, testified before Congress, and lectured on leadership and equity in North America, Europe, and Africa. As founder of Protégé Search, Rory has recruited executive leaders for some of the world’s most mission-driven companies, nonprofits, and B Corporations. This unique vantage point—at the intersection of purpose, power, and placement—makes him a uniquely effective coach for those seeking to lead authentically and with legacy in mind. A graduate of Harvard Law School, Rory earned his undergraduate degree from Howard University and was selected as a Truman Scholar. Through Sovereign Path, he helps ambitious, values-driven leaders design the next chapter of their lives and careers—on purpose, with purpose. The views expressed on “For Our Edification” do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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  8. ٢٣ يناير

    074 | Transformation Beyond Corporate Politics with Melinda Van Fleet

    What happens when a self-described workaholic hits a wall with corporate politics? For Melinda Van Fleet it was a sign that something had to change. Melinda visited For Our Edification to share her journey from successful retail buyer at Saks Fifth Avenue to empowerment and business coach. After years of thriving in Corporate America, regularly working 12-hour days because she genuinely loved what she did, Melinda discovered that loving your work wasn’t enough when corporate politics got in the way. Her turning point came in 2009 when both Melinda and her husband Ryan got laid off simultaneously. They moved to the Florida Keys without knowing anyone. But from that rock-bottom moment, they built three successful businesses. Melinda shares how her new reality has been built on her revolutionary view on leadership, uncovering the power of meditation vs. mind loops, radical self-awareness, and more. About Melinda Van Fleet | melindavanfleet.com An intuitive and energetic empowerment business coach/mentor, Melinda is also a business owner with her husband and a bestselling author. She helps people understand how to expand their conscious awareness and use their intuitive gifts so they can achieve their goals and live their best life possible. Melinda and her husband, Capt. Ryan Van Fleet have an inspiring story of how they moved to The Florida Keys in 2009 and created Good Karma Sportfishing and Educational Programs. In 2021, she wrote and self-published two bestselling non-fiction books, Confidence Master for Couples: Roadmap to a More Intimate Relationship and Life & Love Lessons: How to Develop Confidence Through Your Spiritual Journey. Both are available on Amazon, Audible, in paperback, and eBook. Melinda is currently working on her first fiction book series in the Sci-Fi worldview genre. Connect also at: * Instagram: @melinda_vanfleet * Patreon: Conscious Convergence- Your Most Purposeful Life * Facebook: melinda.vanfleet.31 * LinkedIn: melinda-van-fleet * TikTok: @melindavanfleet7 The views expressed on “For Our Edification” do not reflect the views of any entity with which the hosts or guests are affiliated. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit forouredification.substack.com

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A personal leadership podcast that shares real stories about moments that transform people's careers. Eddie Francis reaches into his bag of strategic communications and leadership expertise, while Dr. Halima Leak Francis comes in with super cool sociological insights to help us be our best selves. forouredification.substack.com

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    Real stories of transformation. Real insights for navigating change.
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    For Our Edification