Build a Vibrant Culture
Podcast
THE BUILD A VIBRANT CULTURE PODCAST GIVES YOU THE STRATEGIES, SYSTEMS, AND SMARTS YOU NEED TO TURN YOUR DREAMS INTO YOUR DESTINY. EACH WEEK, NICOLE INTERVIEWS LEADERSHIP AND BUSINESS EXPERTS WHO ILLUMINATE PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS TO THE CHALLENGES OF PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
Servant Leadership | Jerry Landry
Leaders can’t expect trust—they need to earn it.But what does it take to earn trust and be a servant leader?Jerry Landry, inaugural director of the Technology Training Institute at Central Piedmont Community College, is here to share what he’s learned about leadership, including:Why communication is keyHow to conduct effective one-on-onesThe 3 things leaders have to … Read more
Leading a Product-Centric Business | Ben Foster
Why is product the most important success driver for tech companies? Ben Foster, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Prodify, is here to share what it means to be product-centric—and break down a discovery process that helps you understand the client’s mind. He’ll also share his leadership wisdom, including: The 5 qualities all leaders need to … Read more
A Workplace Culture That Stands Out | Tara Whiteley
What does it take to create a “family” workplace culture in a 300+ employee company? At Eastwood Homes, a family-owned regional builder in the Southeast, this culture is a reality… In this episode, Tara Whiteley, the digital marketing team leader for Eastwood Homes, shares what makes this culture special—and gives an inside look at her … Read more
A Leader’s First Steps to Embrace DEI | Brenda Clegg
How are leaders embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion? And how can you create an atmosphere of belonging for everyone in your organization? Brenda Clegg is here to break down the meaning of DEI and share the first steps leaders can take to uphold these values. Brenda is a certified Diversity Executive and Certified Human Resource … Read more
How to Build Gen-Z Leaders | Tammy Dowley-Blackman
How can you help Gen-Z and Millennials become the leaders of tomorrow? Tammy Dowley-Blackman founded the Looking Forward Lab to do just that. In this episode, she’ll share how she helps young adults prepare for the future. She’ll also share what leaders need to know about the young generation entering the workforce, including: How to … Read more
Creating a “Happy Place Culture” | Diana May
What is the meaning of “love in action”? My guest Diana May manages a large team of volunteers at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, where she’s created what she calls “happy place culture.” Diana is here to share insights from her 20 years of experience working for local nonprofits—and what she’s learned from her current … Read more
Becoming a Power Coach | Clint Ladine
What makes a power coach? My guest, Dr. Clint Ladine, is on a mission to help leaders utilize coaching techniques to unleash the power of their teams, optimize leadership skills, and drive performance to new heights. In this episode, he’ll show you how to adopt the power coaching mentality and break down his must-have book. … Read more
Leadership Insights for 2023 | Sacha Koffman
What do leaders need to work on in 2023? In this episode, Sacha Koffman, co-founder of Build Labour, is here to talk all things leadership. He’ll share his favorite insights on building a vibrant culture, including: The importance of knowing yourself How leaders can focus on others Thoughts on employee lifecycle Cultivating courage The link … Read more
The Path to Working Less & Earning More | Karl Sakas
Everyone wants to work less and earn more… But what strategies can leaders use to make that a reality? Karl Sakas is here to discuss his new book, “Work Less, Earn More: How to Escape the Daily Grind of Agency Ownership.” Karl will share: 3 questions to figure out your ideal Why & how to … Read more
Becoming a Veteran Champion in the Workforce | Kathy Gallowitz
Are you struggling to hire the right employees? You may not have considered this talent pool: veterans. Less than 3% of veterans are unemployed, while more than 30% are underemployed… Veteran and award-winning businesswoman Kathy Gallowitz is here to share how civilians can champion veterans in the workforce. Kathy believes businesses can leverage veterans’ unique … Read more
How Your Past Informs Your Future | Vena Sterling
How can your past make you a better leader? Vena Sterling, leadership coach and consultant at LRI, is here to share her wisdom on all things leadership. Vena is a real estate investor, attorney, and leadership coach for women entrepreneurs in real estate who want to create wealth, legacy & freedom. She believes that honoring … Read more
The Secret Sauce of Leading Transformational Change | Beth Cohn
What is the secret sauce of leading transformational change? In uncertain times, leaders will face change… But how can you create organizational changes that stick—even if your team fears change? Beth Cohn of ADRA Change Architects is here to share her framework for leading through change. We’ll discuss: How the 3 parts of the mind … Read more
TRUTH TELLING, HONESTY,
AND CANDOR
ARE SOME OF MY CORE PRINCIPLES.
Name the challenge you're facing in your culture, and I will help you solve it.
From culture-shifting keynotes and workshops, executive coaching, or long-term partnerships, my work is to help you develop your next leaders.
I was fortunate to learn this early from an exceptional leader. She took an eager, overconfident new hire and developed me into a capable leader.
I went on to lead marketing and training for 80+ sites across the United States. Later, I achieved almost every credential in leadership development you’ve heard of. (see the list)
Since that time, I’ve joined organizations in almost every industry to BUILD VIBRANT CULTURES where employees take initiative and true ownership in their work.
Let’s build your leadership development strategy together.
