Principles For Success

Chris Howell

In this podcast, you will be given an opportunity to go beyond the surface of the typical "interview style" banter. The attributes you feel you need to reach your next level are explored within every conversation and within every guest.

  1. Jul 16

    Promoting Managers Isn't the Same as Developing Leaders, with Montez Jones

    The workplace has changed. Hybrid teams. AI. Multiple generations working side by side. Higher expectations. Lower trust. Yet many organizations are still trying to lead today's workforce with yesterday's leadership habits. In this episode, Chris Howell sits down with executive leadership coach Montez Jones, Founder and CEO of TEZ JONES Training Solutions, to discuss what effective leadership looks like in today's rapidly changing workplace. Together they explore: Why great communication is still a leader's greatest advantage The costly mistake organizations make when they promote managers without developing leaders How personality differences influence team performance What leaders must understand about today's workforce instead of comparing it to previous generations Why leadership is less about having all the answers and more about helping people succeed together Whether you lead a business, nonprofit, government agency, or team of any size, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how leadership must evolve to meet today's realities. About Montez Jones Montez Jones is the Founder and CEO of TEZ JONES Training Solutions, where he helps organizations strengthen leadership, improve communication, and build healthier workplace cultures through practical leadership development and executive training. Drawing on a 26-year career in the United States Air Force, Montez is a certified Maxwell Leadership Team coach and an authorized DISC, True Colors, and Emotional Intelligence consultant. He has worked with corporations, nonprofits, and government agencies to develop leaders who create lasting impact. Learn more about Montez and TEZ JONES Training Solutions at tjts14.com.

    Promoting Managers Isn't the Same as Developing Leaders, with Montez Jones
  2. 11/05/2025

    Dr. Jordi Bostock | Change Your Hair, Change Your Life

    Entrepreneur and beauty industry leader Dr. Jordi Bostock shares how faith, purpose, and innovation have shaped her journey and why changing your hair can truly change your life.   Today's guest is a true force in beauty and transformation.   Dr. Jordi Bostock is an entrepreneur, author, and industry leader whose message "Change your hair, change your life" has inspired thousands to rediscover confidence from the inside out.   With more than 35 years of experience, she's built a brand that blends artistry, psychology, and technology through her company, Bostock Hair LLC. She's also the founder of Success Sisters Magazine and the author of several empowering books, including Single on Purpose and I Am Married on Purpose.   In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Bostock joins host Chris Howell to discuss: • The story behind her philosophy, "Change your hair, change your life" • How AI and innovation are reshaping the beauty industry • The lessons she's learned about confidence, reinvention, and purpose • How Bostock Hair Medical helps clients restore more than just hair • Turning skill into a six-figure business through Bostock Hair Academy • The powerful role faith plays in leadership and transformation   Dr. Bostock's journey shows what's possible when faith, purpose, and innovation come together.   Listen now and be reminded that transformation starts from within and sometimes, a simple change on the outside can spark something powerful inside.

    Dr. Jordi Bostock | Change Your Hair, Change Your Life
  3. 09/04/2025

    A Conversation with Marvin Washington – From the Gridiron to Greater Purpose

    A Conversation with Marvin Washington – From the Gridiron to Greater Purpose In this powerful episode of Principles for Success, Chris Howell sits down with Super Bowl Champion and former NFL defensive end Marvin Washington for a candid conversation that every man and everyone who loves one needs to hear. From the hits on the field to the hits men often take in silence, Marvin opens up about life after football and why he is using his platform to champion men's health, financial literacy, and spiritual wellness. Whether it is sounding the alarm about the dangers of prostate cancer and CTE or helping young athletes build generational wealth, Marvin speaks with clarity, conviction, and compassion. In this episode: • Why Marvin is urging Black men to get screened for prostate cancer and how he is using personal experience to lead the charge • What you really need to know about CTE, concussions, and the risks facing athletes and youth • How he is blending his past as an NFL star with his present mission as an advocate and financial advisor • Why prayer, meditation, and consistency are at the core of his personal wellness and success • The legacy Marvin hopes to leave for his children and how he is helping others do the same Principle for Success: "Be consistent. If you want to fail, be inconsistent." – Marvin Washington Guest: Marvin Washington Men's Health Advocate | Financial Advisor | Super Bowl Champion with the Denver Broncos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mwash52/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinwash Connect with Chris Howell info@chrishowellonline.com www.chrishowellonline.com

    A Conversation with Marvin Washington – From the Gridiron to Greater Purpose

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In this podcast, you will be given an opportunity to go beyond the surface of the typical "interview style" banter. The attributes you feel you need to reach your next level are explored within every conversation and within every guest.