MeaningFULL Work Podcast with Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones

Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones
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Join Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones on the MeaningFULL Work Podcast as she uncovers the secrets to transforming your career into a fulfilling journey that aligns with your purpose and ignites a life FULL of meaning. Dive in and discover how to harmonize your work with joy, impact and the abundance God has waiting for you!

  1. The AI Advantage: What Every Leader Needs to Know Now

    11h ago

    The AI Advantage: What Every Leader Needs to Know Now

    AI is transforming the workplace faster than most leaders are prepared for… but what if the real advantage isn’t artificial intelligence alone? In this powerful episode, Dr. Nicole sits down with AI strategist and CEO of ARE Global Solutions, Anisa Rashad, to unpack what it REALLY takes to adopt AI in ways that are innovative, human-centered, and sustainable. This conversation goes far beyond tech tools and trends. It’s about how leaders can embrace AI without losing the human connection, empathy, creativity, and emotional intelligence that make organizations thrive. If you’ve ever wondered:  👉🏽 “How do we use AI without overwhelming our teams?”  👉🏽 “Will AI replace human value?”  👉🏽 “How can leaders stay ahead without burning out?” …this episode is for YOU. Inside this conversation, you’ll discover:  ✨ The critical questions every organization should ask BEFORE adopting AI  ✨ The 4 AI readiness archetypes—and which one you are  ✨ How AI can reduce burnout and create cognitive ease at work  ✨ Real examples of AI success stories (and costly mistakes)  ✨ Why human intelligence will matter MORE than ever in the AI era Whether you’re AI-curious, cautiously experimenting, or already all-in on the latest tools, this episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, innovation, and the future of work. Because the future doesn’t belong to people who resist AI…  It belongs to leaders who learn how to use it with wisdom, intention, and humanity. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how to lead smarter—not harder—in the age of AI.   Want to learn more about Anisa & how ARE Global Solutions can support your teams AI needs?  Learn more on her website at https://areglobalsolutions.com

    33 min
  2. Amplify Your Executive Presence & Thought Leadership on LinkedIn

    Jun 8

    Amplify Your Executive Presence & Thought Leadership on LinkedIn

    You’re accomplished. Experienced. Highly qualified. So why are less-qualified people getting noticed, promoted, and invited into rooms you KNOW you belong in? In this powerful episode, Dr. Nicole sits down with visibility strategist, speaker, and LinkedIn expert Adriane Simpson to unpack one of the most overlooked leadership skills for executive women today: visibility. If you’ve ever felt invisible despite your expertise, struggled to confidently position yourself online, or questioned how to authentically show up as a thought leader without feeling self-promotional, this conversation is your wake-up call. Adriane breaks down how LinkedIn has evolved far beyond a digital resume and why executive presence today requires strategic visibility. Together, she and Dr. Nicole explore how women leaders can stop shrinking, own their expertise unapologetically, and leverage LinkedIn to attract opportunities, influence, and impact. In this episode, you’ll discover:   ✨ The biggest LinkedIn mistakes executives make that quietly cost them opportunities   ✨ Why visibility is a leadership competency, not a personality trait   ✨ How women unknowingly pay the “invisibility tax” in their careers   ✨ The difference between simply having a LinkedIn profile and building thought leadership   ✨ Practical ways to position yourself as the go-to expert in your industry   ✨ How to stop waiting to be recognized and start being remembered This conversation is honest, empowering, and packed with practical wisdom for ambitious women leaders ready to elevate their voice and expand their influence. You’ll laugh, reflect, get challenged a little, and most importantly, walk away with actionable strategies to show up boldly, lead visibly, and own the expertise you’ve worked so hard to build. Because your brilliance deserves to be seen. ********  Need help with your LinkedIn presence?  Reach out to Adriane - https://www.thelinkedinpros.com/

    30 min
  3. Leading With Heart Not Ego: Building Authentic Connections in the Workplace

    Jun 1

    Leading With Heart Not Ego: Building Authentic Connections in the Workplace

    Are you a leader navigating high-stakes decisions while craving real connection and clarity? In this episode, Dr. Nicole sits down with award-winning leader Essence Lee Souffrant to explore how authenticity, and a values-based approach, creates stronger teams, clearer decisions, and more meaningful careers. 🔥Why executive women should listen: ✔️Learn the real reasons communication breaks down at senior levels and how to fix it fast. ✔️Spot when ego is driving team dynamics and how to shift to authentic influence. ✔️Build a values-first framework that guides decisions, reputation, and presence. ✔️Adopt practical mindset shifts to lead with courage, clarity, and compassion. ✔️Master boundary-setting and the power of saying “no” without sacrificing impact. This episode is for the woman who wants to lead with influence, not intimidation, who wants work that aligns with purpose and relationships that fuel performance. Expect candid stories, actionable strategies, and moments of vulnerability that will leave you energized and ready to lead differently. Tune in if you are ready to reset your leadership; with heart, not ego.

    33 min
  4. DARE to Be Heard: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations for MeaningFULL Leadership

    May 18

    DARE to Be Heard: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations for MeaningFULL Leadership

    Join Dr. Nicole and guest Dethra Giles, executive coach, speaker, and author of “That’s Not What I Said”,  for a candid, practical conversation about how to handle the toughest talks at work and in life. Whether you lead teams, manage people, or just want to survive the next awkward family gathering, this episode gives you a clear framework and immediately usable tools to show up with courage, clarity, and calm. What you’ll learn: Why difficult conversations trigger us — and how to stop reactingThe fight / flight / freeze / fawn responses and how to manage themA step-by-step breakdown of the DARE model for high‑stakes dialogueConcrete strategies leaders can use to shift team culture and reduce triggersSimple practices you can start today to communicate more effectivelyWhy listen?  This episode isn’t just about conflict resolution,  it’s about how you lead, how you listen, and how you grow. Expect honest stories, actionable frameworks, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.   Grab a copy of Dethra’s book by going to - https://www.3gpublishinginc.com/shop-lo16Z/p/thatsnotwhatisaid

    33 min
  5. Essential Leadership Behaviors in Turbulent Times

    May 11

    Essential Leadership Behaviors in Turbulent Times

    If you’re steering a team through uncertainty and need a clear, courageous playbook, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Nicole sits down with HR trailblazer Candace Cunningham to unpack how high-impact leaders lead with conviction and heart when the ground is shifting. Expect practical strategies, real-world empathy, and the kind of candid advice that helps you make decisions with both clarity and courage. Why you’ll want to press play now: ·      Learn how workforce uncertainty and job insecurity are reshaping employee mental health and productivity—and what leaders should prioritize first. ·      Master the behaviors that calm and mobilize teams: visible leadership, radical transparency, humble accountability, and unmistakable clarity. ·      Find the line between honest leadership and oversharing so you can build trust without creating chaos. ·      Hold fast to your core values while deliberately inviting diverse perspectives that sharpen decisions. ·      Normalize failure, cultivate courage before confidence, and accelerate better decision-making across your organization. Tune in to lead with purpose, protect your people, and move your business forward—confidently and compassionately.

    31 min
  6. Breaking Free from Mom Guilt: Insight to Navigating Motherhood, Career & Identity

    May 4

    Breaking Free from Mom Guilt: Insight to Navigating Motherhood, Career & Identity

    This week on the MeaningFULL Work Podcast, Dr Nicole sits down with the incredible Lauren Berty, Creative Director, CEO of That Twin Mama Podcast, social media sensation, and proud mom of three, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to move from guilt to grace, pressure to peace, and overwhelm to empowerment. Balancing family, career, leadership, and your own wellbeing can feel impossible at times, but this episode is filled with wisdom, laughter, and real-life moments that remind you that you are not alone. Whether you’re a mom, dad, bonus parent, caregiver, or someone who supports parents, this conversation is for you. 5 Powerful Takeaways from This Episode 🚀 ✨ How to release shame and step into empowerment as a parent  ✨ Why vulnerability and storytelling are powerful tools in motherhood  ✨ How humor and authenticity can help you navigate everyday challenges  ✨ Why connection matters more than perfection with your children  ✨ How to manage social media’s impact on self-image and parenting expectations This conversation will leave you feeling lighter, encouraged, and ready to show up for yourself and your loved ones—messy hair, laughter, and all. 💛 Ready to let go of mom guilt (or simply enjoy a good laugh)? Press play on this inspiring episode now! 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your biggest takeaway in the comments, and send this episode to someone who could use a little encouragement today.

    35 min
  7. Shift or Blend In Part 3: Overcome or Move On

    Apr 27

    Shift or Blend In Part 3: Overcome or Move On

    In this episode we’re diving into one of the most overlooked skills in emotional intelligence (EQ): knowing when to overcome an obstacle and when it’s time to move on. Whether you’re leading a team, navigating workplace relationships, or becoming the highest version of yourself, this conversation will help you recognize the difference between persistence and peace. Too often, we stay stuck trying to force what no longer fits. Other times, we walk away too soon from something that requires growth, courage, and strategy. In this episode, we unpack how emotional intelligence helps you discern the next right move. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: ●      How to recognize when an obstacle is meant to be overcome versus when it’s time to release it ●      Practical strategies for empathy, conflict management, and building healthier relationships ●      Actionable ways to strengthen your EQ in both career and personal life ●      How to respond with wisdom instead of reacting from emotion ●      Steps to become the best version of yourself in every season Why This Episode Matters: Your ability to shift instead of blend in often comes down to discernment. Emotional intelligence isn’t just about understanding feelings, it’s about making empowered decisions that align with your growth, purpose, and peace. Keep the Conversation Going: Did something in this episode resonate with you? I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway, story, or question. Share with me on social or send me a message. Share the Wisdom: If you know someone who’s navigating challenges at work, in relationships, or within themselves, send them this episode. Keep Listening: Be sure to catch Parts 1 and 2 of the Shift or Blend In series for the full roadmap to shifting into purpose and leading with intention. Here’s to shifting, growing, and becoming the highest version of YOU. 💫

    24 min
  8. Shift or Blend In Part 2: The Power of Self-Regulation in Leadership

    Apr 20

    Shift or Blend In Part 2: The Power of Self-Regulation in Leadership

    We’re back with Part 2 of the Shift or Blend In series—and this conversation will stretch you in all the right ways. If you’ve ever felt the pull to settle, stay silent, or simply blend into what’s comfortable, this episode is your invitation to rise higher. Because let’s be clear; average was never your assignment. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to lead yourself well so you can lead others with intention, clarity, and purpose. Through practical strategies and powerful examples, you’ll learn how to move from reactive to intentional, and from blending in to boldly shifting forward. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: ●      Why settling for average quietly limits both your fulfillment and your impact ●      A deeper understanding of “subdue” and why it matters in how you show up at work ●      Powerful lessons on self-regulation through the story of Esther in the bible. ●      How to discern the difference between decision fatigue and true discernment. ●      A simple, practical technique to strengthen your emotional intelligence and leadership presence This episode isn’t just something to listen to, it’s something to apply. So the next time you feel triggered, tested, or tempted to react… pause. Practice the technique Dr Nicole walks you through in this episode. Then come back and tell us what shifted for you. We’d love to hear your takeaways and those “aha” moments that remind you, you were never meant to blend in.

    29 min
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Join Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones on the MeaningFULL Work Podcast as she uncovers the secrets to transforming your career into a fulfilling journey that aligns with your purpose and ignites a life FULL of meaning. Dive in and discover how to harmonize your work with joy, impact and the abundance God has waiting for you!

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