Pivotal People Stephanie Nelson

Send us a Text Message.Get to know Ricky Dickson, former president and CEO of Blue Bell Creameries--the best ice cream ever! We discuss his new book "One Scoop at a Time: Stories and Lessons from Fear to Faith," blending professional wisdom with personal faith. Ricky shares how he maintained peace amidst major business challenges, and his story in growing the ice cream brand by focusing on service, kindness and a sense of purpose.Ricky shares the grittier aspects of leadersh...

Send us a Text Message.Have you ever felt disillusioned by the church, grappling with your scars in search of hope? Aimee Byrd, acclaimed author and speaker, joins us to discuss her journey through faith, as detailed in her latest book "The Hope in Our Scars." She addresses church disillusionment, especially prevalent among youth, while confronting the dark shadows of abuse and cover-ups in religious communities. Amy's candid revelations offer encouragement to those on a quest for a gen...

Send us a Text Message.Meet Janis Milham, my favorite former boss and this week's guest on Pivotal People. Janis has had a brilliant 30+ year career as a Senior Vice President with Marriott International. She is known for helping people develop in their careers and lives by taking the time to really understand who they are, and helping them understand themselves. Today, as an Executive Coach with Questage, she continues to help people develop both personally and professionally. In this ...

Send us a Text Message.Definition of "Moxie":Force of character, determination or nerve. "When you've got moxie, you need the clothes to match."Synonyms: energy, pep, determination, courage, know-how, fortitude, savvy, skills, strength of mind, guts, fearlessness, heart, gumption.**We could all use a little more moxie! Karen Brothers' book, "Moxie Matters: True Tales of Rolling Through a Messy, Muddled and Magical Life" is an entertaining, enlightening and inspiring story of growing up ...

Send us a Text Message.Have you ever felt the sting of spiritual hurt or the soothing balm of healing within the walls of a church? Joining us today is Ryan George, whose book "Hurt and Healed by the Church" chronicles a tumultuous yet hopeful journey through faith, pain, and redemption. In this episode Ryan shares how to redefine the essence of a Jesus-centered life in spite of past spiritual hurts. Ryan explains his past within the restrictive confines of the Independent Fundame...

Send us a Text Message.Tim and Kathy Bush join us to share their 42-year marriage odyssey, a poignant testimony to resilience and faith's restorative power. Their candid revelations about early trials—a surprise pregnancy, youthful vows, and a long search for happiness—paint a starkly honest picture of marriage. Listen as they discuss Tim's personal transformation at age 47, offering hope to all who believe in the possibility of change within a relationship.The Bush's aren't just surviv...