UnNatural Born Leader

In this episode, I speak about the importance of being a high-level observer. We can learn so much if we observe and listen when conversations are being had or events taking place. There is so much to be gained from being in the right places at the right time. Learn how I use this personal growth hack to increase my performance.

In this episode, I make the connection between self-awareness and achieving success in what we do.

In this episode, hear as I speak about the importance of transferrable life skills. I learned about the power of teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving in the previous phase of my life that I am now taking into a new industry and finding success. The same mindset that makes us successful in the past can be evolved to create success in our journeys' next level.

In this episode, hear as I speak about speaking up for what you want. There are three things to consider when finding the courage to ask for what you want in life. Are you clear about what you say you want? How will that decision impact others directly or indirectly? Are what you're asking for realistic and supported by a previous body of work? I go into detail about each of these three questions in this solo episode.

In this episode, Dr. Sylvia Kalicinski and I explore the complexities of unlearning old beliefs and welcoming new ones. Guest Speaker: Dr. Sylvia Kalicinski Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

In this episode, I continue the focus on self-awareness. This week we speak about trial and error. We must discover what works for us and what doesn't. Trial & error require patience. We must be ok with losing a little to gain a lot.

In this episode, I introduce the Self-awareness mental framework. As leaders, we need to be comfortable with evaluating our patterns of behavior and what it means. Only with clarity, we can decide the best steps moving forward.

In this episode, I announce my first book's official release, "The Greatest Fight Within' available on Amazon.com. Additionally, I dive into the Law of Attraction and how profound energy flow can be in your life. We must all manifest our visions long before we achieve them.

In this episode, I speak about the 2021 transition. 2020 was the year of massive exposure. We all were exposed internally and externally. To overcome that exposure, we all set new standards to live by. In this new year, we must practice the new habits and behaviors that we have developed to have our best year yet!

In this episode, I talk about why we all should root for our friends more. I emphasize the importance of healthy competition, mutual respect, and relationship building.  

In this episode, I speak about the importance of reestablishing silence and solitude in our daily routines. Our days have become jammed packed with information overload and media consumption. Finding time to process our thoughts and the information we consumed feels impossible. Hear as I speak about a few ways to become more intentional about your silence and which times of the day you can achieve it.

In this episode, hear as I speak about a necessary mindset to take into new environments. I explain why it is critical to think this way and how you will benefit as a leader.

In this short episode, I share my recent experiences with getting off social media and focusing more on sleep and productivity. We all have that internal clock that tells us when it's time to LOCK IN and get focused on our goals. The key is to know the signs and act accordingly.

In today's episode, I interview 3rd-year Ph.D student and author of 2 books, Nicole Telfer. Listen as we discuss the importance of self-awareness, education for women, and her experiences as a black scholar.

In this episode, I speak about the 3 essential ways to remain consistent. Consistency can be overwhelming, the goal is to make it simple.

In this episode, I speak about one of the most relevant concepts that have impacted us all. Hear as I break down the Imposter Syndrome and its relevance in our daily lives. How can we use this concept in our benefit rather than allowing it to limit our growth? We all struggle to get our "own" way and it may be due to the Imposter Syndrome.

In this episode, I talk about the importance of adjusting to changing circumstances. A lot of times we find ourselves needing to adapt to changing occurrences and while we all are capable, we still struggle. Here as I speak about some helpful ways to ensure that we can adjust to change effectively. 

In this episode, I speak about DECISION MAKING. There are always so many variables involved when we are faced with critical decisions. Hear about how we can find clarity to make the best choices for ourselves and those who we impact the most.

In this episode, I continue my series on You vs You. I discuss the notion of not knowing everything. Its important that we can put our ego aside and admit what we dont know. The goal is to learn what is needed and to conitnuisly learn as we go. Here as I break down how we can put ourselves in the best positions to learn rather than act like we already know. Leaders are learners!

In this episode, I talk about the importance of disconnecting from our normal consumption and reconnecting with ourselves. Too often, we are mindlessly connected to everyone and everything else that we begin neglecting ourselves. While staying connected has many proven benefits, a steady balance of being disconnected can have a big impact on our wellbeing.

In this episode I speak about the importance of individual development and how we can use what we know to better our communities. 

Communities and organization require leadership. When we enter new environments like these, learning and embracing our roles is the undeniable purpose. Effective leadership will always be need, your leadership will be needed. Listen as I speak about finding out what type of leader we are and how we can apply those skill when entering new communities and organizations. 

In this episode I talk about developing mental cues and habits that help us complete difficult task. Reconnecting with your purpose, becoming the person you need in times of adversity and acceptance of the outcome are a few important steps. Here how I use connecting with alter ego to show up and get through life challenges. 

Interview with Wellness Coach Leyanne Oliveira on Instagram Live.

During this time many of us find ourselves in physical, emotional and/or spiritual isolation. We have been stripped of some of the external support that helped is thrive. Human beings are built for survival first, we must survive the best way we can so that when the time comes we can thrive again. Here as I talk about the power of being alone and some key factors that can help all of us increase our chances of emotional survival.

In this episode, I speak about the importance of being mindful. The ability to engage your senses of touch, smell, hearing, taste, and sight during activities will increase how well you are engaged in them. Ultimately, we want to find activities that require mindfulness for participation and completion. Mindfulness is not be done, but to be practiced daily without exception. Listen now to learn how.

In this episode I talk about the value of thriving during uncomfortable and uncertainty. Discomfort is essential for growth and building a tolerance for it will help you thrive. Hear as I talk about the three ways to ensure that you are able to become for comfortable during discomfort and how exactly you can thrive.

In this episode, my brother and I talk about the current state of the world and how it's affecting us all. We offer our perspective on topics like social distancing, community reaction to the virus, and spreading positivity. As leaders, we must be prepared to lead when our community needs us. With all of our backs against the wall, what do we do when adversity arises? How will we handle our fight or flight response? There is so much about COVID19 what we cannot control and that is completely understandable. Going forward I think it's imperative to control what you can control. 

We all either have, searching or searching again for clarity and perspective. We need clarity to be at peace with our decision making. Clarity creates stillness, patience and understanding. Listen as a I speak about the importance of stillness and being able to silence the external noise. We are the sum of decisions made for us, to us and by us. Therefore, it is even more important that we make them from a place of clarity and stillness.

One of the most important aspects of becoming an effective leader is having the capacity to still follow. Leadership is not perfect and you will not know it all, but a commitment to making the necessary sacrifices will make the transition rewarding. What kind of leader do you want to be? Is your ego standing in the way of that person? Listen as I speak about the sacrifices of leadership and becoming an effective follower.

In this episode, I speak about the importance of accountability and what three factors may help you bring awareness to it.

With so much going on in today's society it is important that we understand where we are mentally, emotionally & physically. Self awareness is the key to being able to set the pace. When we discover ourselves we can then begin discovering the direction we want to go in. Listen as I interview a fellow personal trainer as well as an occupational therapist about her experiences with self awareness and finding her own truths.  Guest: Mallory Reilly IG: musclesbymal 

As we enter a new year and new decade its critical that we reflect and understand our truths. As I turn the page, I have learned to identify and address my dishonesty and compressed thoughts and emotions. Seeking honesty and clarity will allow us make the best decisions for your life. You will inspire others with your truth and raise your frequency as you find clarity. This episode is about admitting your truth and how to find clarity in the new year.

The process of decision making can be complicated and tiring. Establishing core values and living up to a certain level of standards helps us make decisions faster. We align our decision making with what we believe about ourselves to be true. This fundamental belief system begins to become our core values. We then decide what's acceptable within these values by implementing standards. Learn how these two components can lead to self-mastery and effective leadership.

Energy is the world's most prized resource, we need energy externally. Internally energy is as important as it affects our day to day lives. How we show up has a direct correlation with our energy level. We must learn to address our energy to improve our communication and leadership abilities.

As we learn to become effective leaders its important that we become an asset to the teams we are apart of. Leaders understand that everyone has a role and everyone's role is a need for the success of the team. Embrace your role and become a star in your role because it will lead to opportunities to be a great teacher and an effective leader. Guest Host: Ifetoya Hall.

We have a unique opportunity as human beings to create and consume throughout our lives. As developing leaders it is important that we are grateful for what we have and learning the way to displays this gratitude in our everyday lives through our words and actions.

This week's episode we talk about the WHY? Why do we make decisions and what do we expect in return. Hear a personal testimony as to how I worked to find my WHY and what steps you can take finding your WHY? Finding your purpose is critical to building your foundation as a leader as well will likely find yourself helping others do the same.

When taking the first steps to building a foundation as a strong leader, leader must begin with self evaluation. Leaders must face their own issues with identity and direction. We must learn to understand ourselves more  and face our own limitations to become unnatural born leaders. Listen as Co-Host Shawn Antoine and I discuss our journeys into self evaluation.

In this episode I will give a background as to why I am creating this podcast and who I think it can benefit the most.