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If it takes a village to raise a child, then it takes a village to nurture and develop adults. Building The Village is a podcast that focuses on how different villagers are making an impact in the villages where they serve. Each episode features insights and practical strategies that can be used to motivate teams, mentor individuals, and maximize time and talent. For more information, follow me on Instagram and Twitter @bjonesspeaks and access my website at www.bjonesspeaks.com

Dr. Brandon W. Jones


    • May 13, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 25m AVG DURATION
    • 46 EPISODES


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    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 46 | "Wisdom for the Next Chapter: 3 Life-Changing Truths..."

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 11:58


    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 45 | "Hit, But Not Held Back..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 17:29


    Disappointment is a part of life—but it doesn't have to hold you back. In this episode of Building the Village, we're talking about how to handle setbacks, keep moving forward, and turn disappointment into growth. Whether it's life throwing unexpected challenges your way or things not going as planned, we'll walk through three key steps: Accept it. Assess it. Apply it.Join us as we unpack how to navigate tough moments, build resilience, and be the kind of villager who models perseverance.If this episode speaks to you, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Share your thoughts in the comments—how do you deal with disappointment? Let's keep building the village together!

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 44 | "The Blueprint For Belonging"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 18:03


    What does it really mean to belong? How do we create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and truly connected? In this episode of Building the Village, we're diving into "The Blueprint for Belonging: Building A Village That Cares."We'll explore:✅ How to foster a culture of belonging in any community✅ Why connection is key to growth and success✅ Practical steps to make people feel cared for and includedWhether you're a leader, educator, or just someone who wants to build stronger relationships, this episode is for you!

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 43 | "The People Pleasers Recovery Plan"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 18:54


    Are you tired of putting everyone else's needs before your own? In this episode of Building the Village, I share The People Pleaser's Recovery Plan: 5 Steps to Take Back Control. If you find yourself constantly saying yes, apologizing unnecessarily, or struggling to set boundaries, this episode is for you. Learn how to:✅ Recognize and admit your people-pleasing tendencies✅ Discover your true self-worth✅ Set healthy boundaries without guilt✅ Confidently say “no” when needed✅ Reclaim control of your time, energy, and life It's time to stop living for others and start prioritizing yourself. Tune in now and take the first step toward freedom!

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 42 | "Choosing Goals Over Resolutions"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 16:38


    Kickstart your new year with purpose and clarity! In this episode of Building the Village, I break down the key differences between resolutions and goals and shares how SMART goals can transform your ambitions into actionable steps.

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 41 | "How To Make Friends"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 18:41


    In this episode of Building the Village, we're tackling a question that's more important than ever: how do we make meaningful connections and build lasting friendships, especially in challenging times? Whether you're starting fresh in a new environment or looking to strengthen your existing relationships, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you: - Be intentional about the friendships you cultivate. - Show up as the kind of friend you'd want to have. - Create meaningful moments of connection in everyday life. Join us as we explore simple, actionable steps to build and nurture friendships that add value to your life and strengthen your village. Tune in and discover how building better friendships can start today! ========== Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel Stay in the know by subscribing to my Linktree at: https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 40 | "The Blueprint For Gratitude"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 18:11


    Gratitude isn't just about Thanksgiving—it's a way of life that can transform how we see the world and strengthen the communities we build. In this episode of Building the Village, we explore how choosing joy, creating intentional moments of reflection, and finding meaning in life's messier moments can reshape our perspective and deepen our connections. ✨ Here's what you'll learn:

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 39 | "Breaking Up With Fear"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 19:51


    In this episode of Building the Village, we're talking about breaking up with fear. Fear can hold us back from reaching our full potential, but it's time to let go and grow!

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 38 | "Lifting Others While You're Down"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 18:38


    In this episode of Building the Village, we explore one of the most powerful yet challenging aspects of community: celebrating the successes of others, even when you're in a tough season yourself. How can you authentically cheer others on when your own journey feels stuck? Why does it matter to the health of the village, and what does it do for your own personal growth?Tune in to learn how building better villages starts with celebrating every villager's victory—one win at a time. ============== linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 37 | "Ready for the Moment

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 18:37


    In this episode, I share 5 key strategies to help you (the villagers) be ready for whatever "the moment" is for you. ============= https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 36 | "Making the Halftime Adjustments"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 19:25


    In this episode, I talk about the importance of making those midyear adjustments while in pursuit of your goals. ======== Keep up with all things B. Jones Speaks by subscribing to my Linktree: https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 35 | "Stop Networking. Start Connecting."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 17:37


    In this episode, I talk about the differences between networking and building genuine connections. I also offer strategies for how you to successfully make the shift. ============= In this episode, I quote Dr. Gary Smalley from his book, "The DNA of Relationships." ============= Stay up to date with B. Jones Speaks by going to: https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 34 | "Getting To Know The Village"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 18:55


    In this episode, I talk about the importance of actually taking the time to get to know the village. Reflection questions from the episode: Do you know what's good about your village? Do people know you in the village? Do you know what you bring to the village? What is your skill set? What are your strengths? What are those things that come naturally to you? Subscribe to my Linktree at https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village | Ep. 33 | Men's Health Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 14:46


    In this episode, I discuss what I've been up to and the importance of Men's Health Month. Resources: https://mhanational.org/infographic-mental-health-men https://www.usa.gov/features/improving-mens-health Want to stay in the know with all things B. Jones Speaks? Subscribe to my Linktree at https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 32 | "Overcoming Procrastination"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 17:44


    Let's face it, we all struggle with procrastination from time to time. What do we do when we fall short? How do we overcome it? In this episode, I offer 4 strategies for dealing with procrastination in our daily lives. ======= Want to stay in the know with all things B. Jones Speaks? Subscribe to my Linktree at https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building The Village Podast | Ep. 31 | "It's A Process"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 20:34


    Are you struggling to find your fit in a new city, organization, or group? Are you finding it difficult to make meaningful connections with people? You're not alone! However, it IS a process! In this episode, I offer 3 practical ways that can help you make progress in building your village. Looking for a way to keep up with B. Jones Speaks and the Building the Village Podcast? Check out the Link Tree at linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Building the Village Podcast | Ep. 30 | "The Comeback"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 15:14


    First YouTube episode of the Building the Village podcast. I explain what I've been up to since May 2023, my village observations, and where the podcast will be going in the days ahead. Keep up with B. Jones Speaks: https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe!

    Intention vs. Impact

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 15:26


    Despite our best intentions, our words and actions can impact in ways that we didn't mean. In this episode, Dr. Jones tells us why it's important to know the difference between intention vs. impact.Looking for a way to keep up with B. Jones Speaks and the Building the Village Podcast? Check out the Link Tree at linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

    Making Your Words Count

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 17:40


    The words that we use absolutely matter! In this episode, Dr. Jones talks about different ways that we use our words to authentically show up for the people in our village.

    How to Be a Better Extrovert

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 15:21


    Dr. Jones offers 3 strategies extraverts can use to be better versions of themselves.

    The Power of Local

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 18:39


    It's good to think globally. But it's even better to act LOCALLY! In this episode, Dr. Jones shows listeners the impact they can have by focusing on having a local impact. Let us know what you think about the episode by sending an email to bjones@bjonesspeaks.com

    5 Strategies for Dealing with Rejection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 17:51


    Let's face it, no one likes to be rejected. Unfortunately, it's a part of life. What can we do to overcome the hurt, frustration, disappointment, etc. that often comes with rejections? In this episode, Dr. Jones offers 5 strategies for dealing with rejection based on his personal experience. Let us know what you think about the episode by sending an email to bjones@bjonesspeaks.com

    Episode 24: The Power of Being Nice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 15:03


    It costs absolutely NOTHING to be nice to people. So why is it that we are so afraid to do so? In this episode, Dr. Jones talks about the power of being nice and the impact that it can have in the village.

    Episode 23: How to Finish Strong

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 12:59


    Lots of people make plans and resolutions to start the new year. But how many of us make plans to finish the year on a high note? In this episode, Dr. Jones gives 3 strategies to help us have a strong finish to this year.

    Episode 22: Renovating the Inner You

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 14:40


    Going into each new year, everyone makes goals and resolutions. In this episode, Dr. Jones offers 3 self-renovation strategies that you can utilize now and take into 2023.

    Episode 21: The Impact of Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 14:38


    In this episode, Dr Jones discusses how Gratitude makes an impact on your community.

    Episode 20: 4 Ways to Have Difficult Conversations

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 15:07


    TITLE: E20: 4 Ways to Have Difficult Conversations EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode, Dr. Jones offers listeners 4 ways to have difficult conversations.

    Episode 19: Mastering Midterm Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 14:16


    In this episode, Dr. Jones offers listeners 5 ways to master the madness associated with the midterm elections.

    Episode 18: 3 Ways to Improve Your Self-Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 12:19


    In this episode, Dr. Jones provides 3 powerful strategies that will help you transform how you talk to yourself.

    Episode 17: The Power of Being Still

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 29:59


    In this episode, Dr. Jones gives 3 reasons why being still is so powerful.

    Episode 16: Overcoming Adversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 40:58


    In this episode, Dr. Jones speaks with Chief Borders about the importance of the village in overcoming adversity. He also talks about life as a student-athlete, coming from a large family, and his dreams beyond football.

    Episode 15: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 10:26


    In this episode, Dr. Jones discusses ‘Imposter Syndrome'. Plus, he will provide 3 important points he feels on how to overcome the fears or challenges of Imposter Syndrome.

    Episode 14: The Power of Art

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 42:44


    In this episode, Dr. Jones speaks with Alisha Janette Taylor (actress, producer, and director) about the role of art in highlighting the human experience. Alisha also talks about her journey as an artist, the importance of passing on legacies, and her work with the Curtis House Cultural Center in Abilene, TX.

    Episode 13: Face Everything and Rise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 47:43


    In this episode, Dr. Jones talks with Chelsea Evans about how she faced her fears while becoming an author, entrepreneur, body positivity advocate, and speaker.

    Episode 12: The Next Hard Thing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 75:35


    In this episode, Dr. Jones talks with Jess Van Kline (Mother, Philanthropist, and Marketer) about the importance of your village in dealing with difficult circumstances.

    Episode 11: The Power of Play

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 16:11


    In this episode, Dr. Jones talks about the importance of incorporating “playing” into our daily lives.

    Episode 10: Village-Building 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 20:16


    In this episode, Dr. Jones breaks down the village-building process that he uses to help coaches and organizations.

    Episode 9: Intentionally Building Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 48:28


    In this episode, Dr. Jones talks with Deseré Cross Ward and Michael Ward, Jr. about building community, establishing a social media presence, and removing barriers to opportunities.

    Episode 8: Navigating the Vertical and Horizontal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 42:28


    In this episode, Dr. Jones talks with Rev. Dr. Walter Strickland (Professor, Theologian, and Writer) about the role of the Christian faith in relation to justice, the importance of the written tradition, deconstruction, and the work he is doing with the Strickland Institute.

    Episode 7: Being Fully Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 42:20


    Marques Dexter (Ph.D. Candidate, Scholar, and Educator) talks with Dr. Jones about the importance being your true self, why Black Sports Scholars matter, and the therapeutic benefits of cooking (#iCook4me).

    Episode 6: Being A Service To The World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 44:32


    Dr. Emanuel George, III (Pharmacist, Professor, Coach) discusses what it's like being the village Pharmacist during COVID, serving the world, and feeling the burden of having to dispel myths.

    B. Jones Speaks: Understanding the Assignment

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 20:21


    In this episode, Dr. Jones provides three steps for maximizing where you are right now.

    Episode 4: Building the Village Through Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 80:55


    In this episode, Dr. Shauna T. Sobers talks about the importance of transformative experiences, moving away from deficit models in education, Clifton Strengths, and her research on resilience.

    Episode 3: The Importance of Hard Feedback

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 46:34


    Dr. Jones talks with Jen Fry, from Jen Fry Talks, about the importance of giving and receiving hard feedback. Episode Note: Jen Fry recommends the book, "Black Skin, White Masks" by Frantz Fanon.

    Episode 2: Moving From "What If" to "Even If"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 41:25


    In this episode, Brittany Collins, LPCC talks about the importance of having your village around you when trying to move from what if to even if. She also offers strategies for finding a healthy balance, pursuing mental health services (especially for student-athletes), and doing the self-work.

    Episode 1: Help-Seeking Behaviors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 41:38


    In this first episode, Dr. Jones sits down with Melissa Jones, LMSW (his wife) to discuss the importance of developing help-seeking behaviors and the importance of having mental health resources in your village.

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