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.
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 your past, 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
Rewind – Why Everyone Needs to Think Like a Fieldworker | Sarah Kotva
What does it mean to be a fieldworker? This week, we revisit my conversation with Sarah Kotva, a fieldworker who helps CEOs answer big questions. In this episode, she shares problem-solving strategies for the successful leader—and gives her take on remote work, participatory leadership, and what leaders face in the current state of the world. … Read more
Rewind – Stop Using that Outdated Sales Model | Peter Strohkorb
The commonly used sales funnel is over 120 years old… Yet so many people use this outdated system… Is there a better way to engage contemporary buyers? This week, we’re rewinding to my conversation with Peter Strohkorb. Peter believes it’s time to update the sales process—and his method has helped companies close bigger deals faster, … Read more
Rewind – How to Be a Better DEI Leader | Kelly Beattie
What does it take to be a better DEI leader? This week, we’re rewinding to my conversation with Kelly Beattie. Kelly is an expert in leadership development in the area of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this episode, she shares how leaders can handle challenging social topics in the workplace and be strong and positive … Read more
Rewind – Practical Techniques for High-Stakes Decisions | Everett Harper
Did you love our new episode about payroll transparency with Everett Harper? Everett has more wisdom where that came from… We’re rewinding back to Everett’s first appearance on the podcast for anyone who missed it or wants to revisit the conversation. In this episode, Everett takes a deep dive into his book Move to the … Read more
Does Payroll Transparency Empower Workplaces? | Everett Harper
Ever heard of payroll transparency? Many leaders are reinventing workplace culture by allowing employees to see how much everyone makes… Wondering how this would work (& if it benefits employees)? Everett Harper returns to the podcast to share how his company implemented payroll transparency—and what the results of this change were. Everett also breaks down … Read more
5 Ways Leaders Can Cultivate Relatability | Simon and Marisa Cleveland
We’ve all been told to “think outside of the box”… But when it comes to leadership, there is no box… There is no one way to be a leader—so where do we start? Marisa and Simon Cleveland are here to discuss their book, There is No Box: A Practical Guide for the Relatable Leader. Marisa … Read more
3 Steps to Your Personal Brand | Tanika Vital-Pringle
Do you need a brand rebirth? Maybe your personal brand doesn’t really fit you… Or maybe you don’t have a personal brand and don’t know where to start… My guest Tanika Vital-Pringle is here to help you define your personal brand in 3 easy steps. Tanika will share why creating your brand isn’t complicated—it’s about … Read more
Recruiting Tips for a Rockstar Team | Darrin Jahnel
These days, recruiting can be daunting… You want to build a team of rockstars, but where are they hiding? My guest, Darrin Jahnel, knows a thing or two about recruiting and company culture. His company has won multiple best workplace awards including the Inc. 5000. Darrin is here to share how he scouts top-tier employees… … Read more
Rewind – Business Hacks for Entrepreneurs | Samantha Morris
Every business owner needs to harness the power of technology… But with so many software options, it’s hard to know where to start. For this installment of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, I’m bringing back one of my favorite episodes: my conversation with Samantha Morris. In this episode, Samantha shares her top software recommendations … Read more
Rewind – Rev Up Your Leadership | Mary Foley
Want to be bold? This week, we’re revisiting another favorite episode from the past: my fantastic conversation with self-proclaimed bodacious business coach Mary Foley. In this episode, Mary reveals why success is a decision… And shares how you can tap into your confidence and take ownership over your life. Mary also shares her wisdom on … 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.
