Let's Thrive Together

with Brittany Cole
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We're a tribe for people at a crossroads in your career, personal life or business. If you're in the midst of change and looking to connect with real people sharing real stories of how to thrive through transition, you're in the right place! Let's thrive, together!

  1. 4D AGO

    66: How to Build Real Influence in the Boardroom with Dr. Alfred Degrafinreid II

    What does ethical leadership look like when real power is on the line? In this powerful episode of Let’s Thrive Together, Brittany N. Cole sits down with Dr. Alfred Degrafinreid II, President & CEO of Leadership Tennessee, to unpack the mindset, moral responsibility, and strategic discipline required to lead across government, higher education, and community systems. From growing up in North Memphis to serving in high stakes political and boardroom environments, Dr. Degrafinreid shares what it means to be an “accidental leader,” why authenticity is non negotiable, and how power actually moves inside institutions. This conversation goes beyond inspiration. It explores:  • Leadership in politics and public service • Navigating tokenism and representation • Power dynamics in boardrooms • Speaking up in high stakes meetings • Mentorship and intergenerational leadership • Staying in your lane without shrinking your impact • Ethical responsibility in leadership roles • Building strong cities and strong states Dr. Degrafinreid also offers candid insight into leadership mistakes, the importance of follow through, and why reputation is one of a leader’s most valuable assets. If you are an emerging leader, executive, public servant, or entrepreneur navigating influence, visibility, and responsibility, this episode will challenge you to think five moves ahead while staying grounded in your values. Leadership is not about being first.It is about being faithful with the responsibility you carry. KEY POINTS: - The “accidental leader” mindset - Nature versus nurture in leadership development -  Growing up in North Memphis and refusing to be defined by a zip code - Leadership as moral and ethical obligation - Why authenticity cannot be faked - Understanding power dynamics in the boardroom - Listening before speaking in high stakes meetings - When to disagree with the most powerful person in the room - Navigating tokenism without shrinking your value - Stay in your lane and master three things - Reputation is built by doing exactly what you said you would do - The leadership mistake of doing everything yourself - Family, faith, and sustainability in leadership QUOTES:   “You definitely have to be an authentic leader. People can sniff it out if you're not.” — Dr. Alfred Degrafinreid II “There’s a moral and ethical obligation to leadership.” — Dr. Alfred Degrafinreid II   “Don’t speak unless it improves the silence.” — Dr. Alfred Degrafinreid II   GUEST RESOURCES  Dr. Alfred Degrafinreid II Website | leadershiptennessee.org/alfred-degrafinreid-ii  LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alfred-degrafinreid2  RESOURCES  Take the Leadership Brand Score Assessment How strong is your leadership brand? Take this free 3-minute assessment and get an instant score on your impact, your visibility, and the gap between the two. That gap is where your influence and your income are hiding. → scoremyleadershipbrand.com Join Leadership Brand Class Every Tuesday, Brittany teaches a free live class on leadership branding, helping you close the gap between the impact you're making and how visible that impact actually is. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this class will change how you think about your leadership. → leadershipbrandclass.com Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany N. Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany N. Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Let’s Thrive Together is produced by EPYC Media Network

    46 min

  2. SEASON 5 TRAILER

    What It Means to Thrive in This Next Era | Let's Thrive Together Official Trailer

    Season 5 of Let's Thrive Together is not about doing more. It's about building differently.In this new season, Brittany N. Cole takes on the leadership conversations that matter right now, from infrastructure resilience and organizational strategy to leadership branding and the future of work in the age of AI.This season is for the executive or entrepreneur navigating constant disruption. The leader who has built quietly and is ready to be visible. The organization asking what kind of human capital they actually need. And the professional who knows their impact exceeds their influence and income.You'll hear bold conversations about building resilient organizations, developing leaders at every level, clarifying your leadership message, and creating visibility that attracts enterprise partnerships, consulting engagements, and career-defining opportunities.Season 5 is for leaders who are done waiting for permission, done barely surviving, and ready to start boldly thriving.Ready? Let's thrive together. RESOURCES Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany N. Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany N. Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Let’s Thrive Together is produced by EPYC Media Network

    1 min

  3. SEASON 5 TRAILER

    This is Your Leadership Reset | Let's Thrive Together Promo Teaser

    Season 5 of Let's Thrive Together is not about doing more. It's about building differently.In this new season, Brittany N. Cole takes on the leadership conversations that matter right now, from infrastructure resilience and organizational strategy to leadership branding and the future of work in the age of AI.This season is for the executive or entrepreneur navigating constant disruption. The leader who has built quietly and is ready to be visible. The organization asking what kind of human capital they actually need. And the professional who knows their impact exceeds their influence and income.You'll hear bold conversations about building resilient organizations, developing leaders at every level, clarifying your leadership message, and creating visibility that attracts enterprise partnerships, consulting engagements, and career-defining opportunities.Season 5 is for leaders who are done waiting for permission, done barely surviving, and ready to start boldly thriving.Ready? Let's thrive together. RESOURCES Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany N. Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany N. Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Let’s Thrive Together is produced by EPYC Media Network

    1 min

  4. 05/14/2024

    Best of Mindset, Wellness, and Personal Development

    Join Brittany as she wraps up S4 with featuring some of the finest moments in having the BEST mindset empowerment, wellness revelation, and personal development breakthroughs! EPISODES - EP45: Lead to Win: Own your Power to Lead with Impact, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence with Carla Harris  - EP42: Building a Business While Working Your 9-5 with Dr. Felicia Phillips  - EP56: Being Giveful - A Wellness Practice for the Body and Soul with Pat Shea - EP60: Leading Others When You're Overwhelmed & Burnt Out with Dr. Angela Anderson - EP57: Decision Making When You're Unsure What's Next with Kristie King  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. Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Career Thrivers produced by EPYC Media Network

    11 min

  5. 05/07/2024

    EP64: Women Leading in Sports: Stories of Authenticity & Empowerment | AllianceBernstein Panel Talk

    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 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. Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Career Thrivers produced by EPYC Media Network

    44 min

  6. 04/30/2024

    Best of Leading Yourself and a Thriving Team

    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. Get the Own Your Power Checklist, the ultimate guide to helping you own your personal power to drive as a leader. Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Career Thrivers produced by EPYC Media Network

    15 min

  7. 04/23/2024

    Best of Cultivating a Thriving Network & Personal Brand

    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. Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Career Thrivers produced by EPYC Media Network

    11 min

  8. 04/16/2024

    EP61: Speak Up & Manage Conflict with Allison Moore

    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 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. Love what you’re hearing? Follow Brittany Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Career Thrivers produced by EPYC Media Network

    28 min
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  • Creator
    with Brittany Cole
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
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    © 2024 Let's Thrive Together
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