Listen Then Speak

Listen Then Speak

By: Jahmaal Marshall

Language: en

Categories: Education, Self Improvement, Health, Fitness, Mental, Business, Careers

Our desire is to sit and chop it up with anyone from best selling authors to successful entrepreneurs and get a sense of the highs and lows of their journey. We want to delve past the surface to see how their culture, faith, career choices, and mental health have brought them to their current destination and broach topics that will provoke both thought and action in listeners.

Episodes

Redefining Resilience and Servant Leadership w/ Michael Stephenson
Jan 08, 2026

Our personal lives and professional lives. Two areas typically kept completely separate, never to see one another.

In reality, who we are, what we’ve been through and what we “do” for a living are all inextricably linked. 

Failure informs what we do in the future. Adversity helps build us stronger. Mistakes are what make us.. well, human.

These aren’t things to be ignored, but experiences to be embraced for the true growth potential they provide.

Today’s guest and episode focuses on this very fact. 

Michael Stephenson is a communi...

Duration: 00:38:04
Closing Out 2025: The Real Cost of Burnout & What Comes Next
Dec 31, 2025

As we close out 2025, Jahmaal Marshall reflects on a powerful year of growth, leadership, and transformation within the Listen Then Speak community.

In this episode, Jahmaal explores the often-overlooked reality of high-functioning burnout, especially among senior leaders, high performers, and business owners who appear successful on the outside but are silently carrying exhaustion, emotional overload, and unspoken resentment.

You’ll hear insights drawn from client experiences (shared with full confidentiality) that reveal the financial, emotional, and relational cost of high-functioning codependency - and why managing symptoms is no longer enough.

This episode also se...

Duration: 00:12:02
Wisdom for the Next Generation w/ Tee Smith
Dec 18, 2025

In a sea of hot-takes and fast “advice”, it can be difficult to understand what is really important when it comes to success in business but also in life.

…and that’s before we even get to the “how”.

This week’s guest has not only distilled what is really important, but also how you get there when it comes to leveling up your life, your career and really, everything in-between.

Tee Smith is a leadership trainer, wisdom teacher, and entrepreneur whose mission is to raise Kingdom leaders who build wealth, impact, and influence with...

Duration: 00:44:48
Successful on Paper, Exhausted in Private: Why High-Performing Leaders Are Burning Out, and What Actually Works with Jahmaal Marshall
Dec 13, 2025

Senior leaders, C-suite executives, and business owners are succeeding at unprecedented levels—yet many are silently battling stress, burnout, anxiety, and disordered boundaries.

In this powerful episode, Jahmaal Marshall speaks directly to high-performing leaders who feel exhausted behind the scenes and have normalized overwhelm as “the cost of success.”

This is not a conversation about productivity hacks or time management. It’s an invitation to uncover the subconscious beliefs driving overfunctioning, chronic stress, and emotional depletion, and to introduce a sustainable, measurable path forward.

If you’ve ever thought:

“I can’t slow down-to...

Duration: 00:16:18
When Your Heart for Others Costs You Your Health: Breaking the Cycle of Burnout and People Pleasing
Nov 28, 2025

 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

1. The “Always-Available Executive” Pattern

Why leaders feel compelled to stay on call 24/7 and the subconscious fear that drives it.

2. The High-Achiever Who Can’t Say No

How guilt-based decision-making leads to overcommitment and delayed growth.

3. The Hidden Burnout of Emotionally Compassionate Leaders

Why “carrying everyone’s pain” becomes a silent tax on mental health.

4. The Real Cause of Burnout: Subconscious Beliefs

How identity-level scripts — not poor time management — create chronic overwhelm.

5. The Internal Shifts Required to Lead fr...

Duration: 00:12:51

The Weight Behind the Scrubs: Healing Stress and Burnout in Nursing - Jahmaal Marshall
Nov 08, 2025

In this episode, we cover:

Why nurse burnout is rising nationwide

The emotional weight behind compassion fatigue

Why stress in nursing is often ignored or minimized

The danger of “I’m fine” culture

How to create emotional and professional boundaries without guilt

Tools nurses can use to reconnect to purpose and protect their mental health

How the Listen Then Speak method restores communication and healing in healthcare teams

We want to get to know you: 
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Duration: 00:10:28
Coming off Code is THE CHEAT Code, from Trauma to Triumph with Precious L. Williams
Oct 15, 2025

With 28 years as an international professional speaker and corporate trainer, Precious L. Williams has methods to empower her clients to secure millions in pitch competition winnings, secure lucrative speaking engagements, and have helped countless Fortune 500 companies outperform their competition. From the poverty-stricken streets of St. Louis, Missouri, to the global stage of influence, Precious’ story of transformation is nothing less than iconic.

Precious doesn’t just talk confidence, she embodies it. She’s a 13-time pitch competition champion, Shark Tank alum, bestselling author, and “Killer Pitch Master” and here, we explore what it really takes to build a brand, a...

Duration: 00:34:43
We’re Back + Celebrating 60 Episodes of Listen Then Speak
Oct 02, 2025

As we step into a new season of conversations, insights, and growth, we want to hear from you directly. 

Who are our listeners? What challenges are you facing right now? And how can this podcast best serve you moving forward?

 

👉 To help us shape the future of Listen Then Speak, we’ve created a short, anonymous, and confidential listener survey. HERE

 

It only takes a few minutes, and your input will directly guide what comes next.

Thank you for listening, supporting, and being part of this journey. Here’s t...

Duration: 00:04:11
Going from Mental Panic to Market Progress with Evan Marks
Jul 25, 2025

Evan Marks is a seasoned mental performance coach with over 25 years of Wall Street wisdom, previously serving as a Senior Consultant and Performance Advisor at The ReThink Group. Armed with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania and a background in Division 1 Lacrosse, Evan’s journey is a story of resilience, strategic thinking, and an unyielding pursuit of excellence. From tackling unpredictable markets to coaching a diverse clientele, including NASCAR pit crews, athletes, executives, and Wall Street pros, Evan lives by the belief that “pressure is a privilege.”

In his role as a Senior Performance Coach...

Duration: 00:27:21
Men’s Mental Health and the Need for Community with Ted Phaeton
Jul 11, 2025

Ted Phaeton is a husband, father, and dog dad with a passion for helping men unlock their full potential through productivity, time mastery, and leadership. An Emmy Award-winning Morning Meteorologist at Queen City News in Charlotte, NC, Ted understands the power of structure, discipline, and efficiency—waking up at ungodly hours has made him a master of time optimization and peak performance.

As the host of The Modern Man Podcast (a globally ranked top 2% podcast), Ted is on a mission to connect men in pursuit of their greatest potential. Through his coaching, online mastermind community (The Noble Kn...

Duration: 00:41:24
Leading Through the Shift: Staying Human in an AI-Driven Age - Jahmaal Marshall
Jul 05, 2025

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

Why AI is accelerating disconnection more than innovation

The real leadership gap emerging in today’s orgs

How to lead without losing yourself or your people

A powerful 3-part framework to lead through ambiguity

What to expect in the July 10th webinar with Mita Mallick 

🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned

👥 Register for the Webinar: "Examining Leadership Amid AI-Driven Change"
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 10th, 2025
🕛 Time: 12PM EST 
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📘 Connect wi...

Duration: 00:10:21
Acceleration Through Adversity with Jordan Mendoza
Jun 26, 2025

Jordan Mendoza is a sought-after sales and social media coach, podcast host, and author with a passion for helping individuals and brands elevate their presence and close deals. As the host of the popular podcast Blaze Your Own Trail, Jordan shares valuable insights from top-performing industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives, diving into the stories that shaped their success. His expertise in building authentic, high-impact networks and using social media as a powerful sales tool has transformed countless lives and businesses.

Having faced adversity throughout his own journey, Jordan brings a unique perspective on resilience and grit, sharing...

Duration: 00:46:26
Mental Health, Memorial Day & the Mind Behind the Machine - Jahmaal Marshall
May 27, 2025

- What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why Mental Health Awareness Month still matters in 2025Startling statistics around burnout and anxiety in the tech industryThe unique strengths and struggles of veterans in techHow burnout impacts your identity, not just your energyThe difference between high-functioning and truly being wellHow the Rewire Roadmap One-on One Session can help you realign mentally, emotionally, and spiritually

Special Offer — Rewire & Roadmap One on One Coaching Call 

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Jahmaal is offering the Rewire Roadmap One-on One Session at a discounted rate throughout May until the e...

Duration: 00:10:51
Episode Title: Burnout & Anxiety in Tech – Mental Health Awareness Month - Jahmaal Marshall
May 12, 2025

The true definition of burnout and how it manifests in tech careers

Key stats:

42% of tech workers are at high risk of burnout (Yerbo, 2023) (The stats are worse in 2025) 2 in 5 engineers report poor or very poor mental health

- How anxiety shows up in digital workplaces — from imposter syndrome to fear of obsolescence

- The role of remote work in increasing isolation and stress

- Simple but powerful boundaries and recovery practices to start using today

- A special offer to begin your personal healing journey

Yerbo, 2023: 42% of tec...

Duration: 00:15:01
From Addiction to Acceleration - Adam Larkin
Apr 21, 2025

Adam Larkin is a motivational speaker, recovery advocate, serial entrepreneur, and the CEO of Gitt Apparel. Adam’s brand is on a mission to encourage people to live their best lives through adopting a healthy lifestyle. The Gitt philosophy’s core principle is to get up and do something different. As a New York native, Adam launched Gitt Apparel in NYC. Today, his powerhouse brand has expanded to 38 states and counting. 

When he’s not hustling to grow Gitt Apparel, Adam also works as a social media consultant. He shares his expertise with other companies to help them gr...

Duration: 00:30:12
How to Be Road Tested and Proven Both Personally and Professionally - Jacob Roig
Apr 14, 2025

As a seasoned business coach with 16 years of experience, Jacob Roig inspires and equips ambitious entrepreneurs to overcome growth barriers, increase their income, and enjoy more time off without compromise. Through his proprietary Pricing for Profit Calculator and proven strategies, Jacob helps business owners confidently expand their teams, increase their impact, and achieve financial freedom.

In this energizing conversation, Jacob tells his story of going from an ambitious, hard-working kid to the transformational business owner he is today. He shares how the power of knowing your worth and believing in yourself allows you to become successful in...

Duration: 00:26:59
Navigating Mental Health as You Climb the Corporate Ladder - Jennifer Brick
Apr 07, 2025

Once an unapologetic corporate climber, Jennifer Brick exited her thriving corporate career to follow her passion: helping pave the path for more people like her to succeed at work. Shortly after starting her YouTube channel, people started turning to her to help them navigate toxic workplaces and toxic job recovery. 

In the years since, Jennifer has helped thousands of people get over their toxic jobs and restore their career confidence and trajectory. Having studied trauma and healing for more than 20 years, both during her university studies and informally as a special interest, her approach is informed by t...

Duration: 00:36:34
Tips on Self-management when you have a crappy week - Jahmaal Marshall
Mar 21, 2025

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Duration: 00:10:58
The Listen Then Speak Community Group Co-Hort - Jahmaal Marshall
Mar 13, 2025

So, what’s this community all about?

Bi-weekly Virtual Meetups: Every two weeks, we host a live, interactive session. Sometimes it's a roundtable discussion, sometimes a guest speaker — always engaging, always insightful. These sessions are a safe space to exchange ideas, ask hard questions, and share strategies.

Resource Hub: We’re building a growing library of resources — templates, guides, and case studies — designed to tackle real-world challenges both tech leaders and HR pros face. We are tackling these matter at the ROOT. 

Peer Support & Networking: Imagine having a circle of like-minded leaders you can turn to...

Duration: 00:07:51
Mastering Stress Responses - Part 1: A Leader’s Guide for Tech & HR - Jahmaal Marshall
Feb 18, 2025

For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission to revolutionize the work culture of 50,000 companies by 2035, ensuring they thrive from the inside out.

Jahmaal Marshall is a corporate wellness advocate and leader who reshapes work cultures to prioritize mental health. With a 12-year track record, he equips executives and HR professionals with strategies to combat burnout and stress, teaching them to increase focus and drive to thrive professionally and personally. Through consulting and coaching programs, Jahmaal addresses deep-seated challenges like constant stress, fe...

Duration: 00:15:09
The First Steps to Taking Imperfect Action - Jahmaal Marshall
Jan 16, 2025

For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission to revolutionize the work culture of 50,000 companies by 2035, ensuring they thrive from the inside out.

Jahmaal Marshall is a corporate wellness advocate and leader who reshapes work cultures to prioritize mental health. With a 12-year track record, he equips executives and HR professionals with strategies to combat burnout and stress, teaching them to increase focus and drive to thrive professionally and personally. Through consulting and coaching programs, Jahmaal addresses deep-seated challenges like constant stress, fe...

Duration: 00:07:10
How Paying It Forward Boosts Your Mental Wellness with Cindy Witteman
Dec 12, 2024

Cindy Witteman is a powerhouse from the heart of San Antonio, Texas. She's not just a business owner, three-time International Best-Selling Author, and proud recipient of the esteemed 2023 Trailblazer Award—she's also your go-to host for the heartwarming "Little Give" TV show and the thought-provoking "Is Manifesting Podcast." But Cindy's story doesn't end there. She's a passionate entrepreneur, life and confidence coach, speaker, and even a beekeeper.

As the founder and CEO of "FORCE" Magazine, Cindy is at the forefront of empowering others through her multimedia platform. Her impact stretches far beyond borders, as she was honored to...

Duration: 00:35:45
The Nonlinear Path to Happiness with Antoni Tzavelas
Nov 07, 2024

After successfully navigating the vibrant fields of fashion design, systems engineering, cloud engineering, cloud training, and team coaching, Antoni Tzavelas found his true vocation: igniting the spark of inspiration in others as a public speaker and leadership coach. 

With a focus on spreading the potent messages of happiness and empowerment, his mission is to illuminate paths of personal and professional fulfillment for others. Global engagements have seen him grace stages at many conferences around the world. Such appearances are complemented by participation in countless community meetups where he has imparted his knowledge and insights, furthering an understanding o...

Duration: 00:32:18
The Non-linear Journey to Success with Nausheen Chen
Oct 03, 2024

Nausheen Chen is a nerd turned Fortune 50 manager turned award-winning filmmaker...turned 3-time TEDx speaker and public speaking coach. She was one of those kids who had no idea what she wanted to be when she grew up. She’s been a #1 ranked manager at Procter & Gamble, an award-winning filmmaker, trained and performed improv in NYC and was a director at a PR company. She even acted in and directed a late night comedy TV show.

But in 2021, Nausheen realized she never resonated with any of those roles and titles. At heart, she loved speaking ever since sh...

Duration: 00:34:37
What Does Mental Health and Wellness Look Like for Professionals with James Lawrence
Sep 26, 2024

With more than 25 years of being a CEO and founder, James Lawrence loves to share his insights on leadership, organizational culture and the intersection of technology in the workplace. James believes the cornerstone of every successful organization is its people. His mission is to help people love their work and get connected with their teams because, in his words, "when people work better, we all win, together.”

James is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for cultivating great workplaces and empowering people. At 48, he's the co-founder and CEO of Happy Companies, a startup that uses technology to de...

Duration: 00:39:12
Turning Trauma into Triumph with Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes
Sep 19, 2024

Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes was raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. His curious mind led him to become a jack of all trades as a scientist/engineer, musician, spoken word artist, and entrepreneur.  Holmes relocated to Chicago in 2014 after graduating from Virginia Tech, where he got his degree as a Materials Science Engineer and met his mentor, Dr. Nikki Giovanni.

He began the pursuit of his music career as Dxtr Spits, a witty, impactful, and energized lyricist. Holmes is the Founder and CEO of “Onli Packs”, an apparel and backpack brand that...

Duration: 00:36:24
Mental Health in Front and Behind the Camera with April Hernandez Castillo
Sep 05, 2024

As an actress, April Hernandez Castillo reached critical heights in her portrayal of Eva Benitez in the award-winning movie, Freedom Writers. She has garnered roles in Showtime's Nurse Jackie, Person of Interest, ER, 30 Rock, Elementary, Law & Order SVU, and The Following. April received a SAG Award nomination for best ensemble cast in the hit show Dexter. She also had a recurring role on NBC's New Amsterdam. 

April now travels across the United States, sharing her story of perseverance and survival, using examples of how the power of her voice has made her a courageous leader. She facilitates w...

Duration: 00:40:15
Walking in Truth with Eudania Burrell
Aug 16, 2024

Eudania Burrell is a New York native, mother, sister, Gigi, and an extraordinary trailblazer in real estate investing who has celebrated 25 years of recovery and counting! With 20 years of experience working for the Department of Homeland Security, Eudania has inspired and touched thousands of lives. She has been a source of motivation, hope, and resilience for many, earning her a well-deserved reputation as a dedicated public servant.

Her passion for real estate investing, coupled with her unwavering determination to succeed, has led Eudania to add more feathers to her cap. She is now a successful real estate...

Duration: 00:35:31
Making Waves in Conscious Leadership with Marika Messager
Jul 25, 2024

Marika Messager is making waves in the realm of conscious leadership. She has a 15-year history in the financial industry and was recognized as one of the industry’s most successful equity sales professionals, making it to 7-figure annual compensation at the age of 31. 

Later, she was appointed as one of the youngest female equity sales managers, supervising a team of 40 people across Europe and the Middle East. Her success in this high-flying male dominated world made her realize something essential was missing from her own career and the corporate world.

Marika’s path towards consc...

Duration: 00:29:44
The Power of Believing in Yourself with Nicholas Dillon
Jul 11, 2024

Nicholas Dillon is a certified life and recovery coach and a private practice drug and alcohol counselor. He’s also an accomplished author, leadership consultant, and speaker. As a counselor, it’s Nick’s priority to create a holistic therapeutic atmosphere that promotes growth and positive change. He believes that therapy is a process that can move you toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the life you desire. 

Nick uses a variety of approaches to address his clients’ unique needs. Many of his successful treatment plans utilize a foundation of Christianity and cognitive/cognitive-behavioral therapy...

Duration: 00:33:19
Finding Your Zone of Genius with Peter Schroeder
Jun 20, 2024

Peter Schroeder started his entrepreneurial journey at the age of nine, doing a joint venture beverage business with a classmate. By 12, he was a featured Danish radio host and television reporter, seen on national news and television broadcasts. At 14, Peter created the biggest artist forum in Scandinavia, which he sold three years later to a major corporation. 

By the age of 18, Peter was fully immersed in his music career as an EDM DJ named Pete Fox. He went on to launch a music label that produced several top Scandinavian artists, produced his own music, and eventually earned o...

Duration: 00:36:12
Bouncing Back from Burnout with Cait Donovan
May 30, 2024

Caitlin Donovan is one of New York City’s leading burnout experts and acupuncturists, host of “Fried – The Burnout Podcast,” and author of the book "The Bouncebackability Factor: End Burnout, Gain Resilience, and Change the World". Her master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine enables Caitlin to combine Eastern wisdom with her natural practicality. After performing more than 25,000 acupuncture treatments, Caitlin added 1:1 coaching, corporate workshops, and keynotes for companies such as PTC and Lululemon – all with a focus on burnout. 

Cait has been featured on podcasts and online magazines such as "Forbes," “Elephant Journal,” “Thrive Global," and “Addicted 2 Success,"...

Duration: 00:35:39
Taking New Ground with Adrian Koehler
May 15, 2024

Adrian Koehler is a leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. He coaches executives and entrepreneurs in the art and science of leadership for themselves, their teams, and clients to create new, unprecedented results and experience fulfillment in their work.

Adrian is the Founder and Senior Partner at Take New Ground, a leadership coaching, training, and consulting firm based in Los Angeles. TNG partners with select executives and organizations to get the results they want by creating the culture they need. He is also the co-host of two engaging podcasts...

Duration: 00:38:25
The Power of Authentic Leadership with Lan Phan
Apr 30, 2024

Lan Phan is a tour de force in the realm of purpose-driven leadership and personal excellence. An acclaimed writer whose forthcoming book, 'Do This Daily’, promises to chart a transformative course for personal and professional growth, Lan is a beacon of inspiration for top-tier executives across the globe. Her profound insights have illuminated the pages of The Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Money, offering cutting-edge strategies for thriving in today's fast-paced business environment. 

With a commanding presence that has captivated audiences from the United Nations to the hallowed halls of Stanford University and NYU Law, Lan's influence str...

Duration: 00:37:56
The Dropout Multi-Millionaire with Brian Will
Apr 04, 2024

Brian Will is a serial entrepreneur, a two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and a leading consultant in business and sales management. Throughout his dynamic career, Brian had the privilege of founding or co-founding seven highly successful companies across four distinct industries, with valuations soaring over half a billion dollars at their height. His journey has been marked by spearheading turnarounds for diverse companies, from startups to Fortune 500 firms, guiding them to generate billions in sales.

Brian’s diverse experience has equipped him with an in-depth understanding of agile methodologies and principles, allowing him to teach and im...

Duration: 00:27:23
Finance Through Faith with Shane Bauman
Mar 19, 2024

Shane Bauman is the founder of RISE and has been in the financial services industry since 2011. During his 12+ years in financial services, Shane has served in the roles of Advisor, Managing Director and President. He thoroughly enjoys helping professionals actualize their dreams and pursue their passions by utilizing financial services as a platform for success.

Prior to his career in financial services, Shane worked in various leadership and sales roles in the real estate, marketing, and education sectors. His passion is in helping people reach their personal, business, and career goals. He's accomplished much of this by...

Duration: 00:37:23
Unleashing Your Superpower with Dr. Mike Van Thielen
Feb 08, 2024

Dr. Mike Van Thielen is a biohacking expert and the Medical Director at ClariGenZ Health, an innovative medical company with a new pill providing all the benefits of Adderall without any of the harmful side effects. He is also a treating physician for Boston Neuro Pain and Psych Centers, helping tens of thousands of patients with chronic pain and mental health conditions.

As an entrepreneur with a proven track record of establishing and developing successful business operations, Dr. Mike owned several anti-aging clinics in central and northeast Florida. He also spent time as the CEO of an...

Duration: 00:41:20
Becoming an Entrepreneurial Insider with Frederick Cary
Jan 25, 2024


Fred Cary is an internationally known entrepreneur and business thought leader with over three decades of leadership experience and transformational strategies that have resulted in billions of dollars in corporate value. His success stories cross boundaries. He has built high-growth businesses in finance, software, mobile technologies, data, retail, consumer products, strategic services, and e-commerce. 

As the CEO of IdeaPros, Fred has helped hundreds of brilliant entrepreneurs find their purpose and create their legacy. He produces a weekly show for entrepreneurs that has been viewed by over 4 million people, and his advice as a thought leader and b...

Duration: 00:34:39
Coming Home to Yourself with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran
Jan 10, 2024

Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, psychologist, bestselling author, and behavioral researcher, has unveiled a groundbreaking approach in his Amazon new-release bestseller, "You Are Not Depressed. You Are Un-Finished." He has a captivating perspective that challenges the traditional view of mental illness.

In his revolutionary work, Dr. Mehran introduces "The Bill of Emotional Rights," a manifesto for lifelong motivation and fulfillment. By exploring the untapped territory of our unfulfilled emotions and unfinished life paths, he offers a transformative path to conquer depression and anxiety.

Dr. Mehran's compelling insights have attracted the attention of executives, high-achievers, entrepreneurs, and founders...

Duration: 00:32:24
Owning Your Self-Image with Sandy Grigsby
Dec 21, 2023

What’s Inside:

How Sandy makes magic with her high-profile clientsThe connection between mental and physical healthWhy Sandy wrote her children’s book, I Am Who I Am


 

Mentioned In This Episode:
Listen Then Speak Podcast
sandyinfocus.com
Sandy’s TEDx Talk
Prince Stash on TikTok


Short Description:

 

Sandy Grigsby is a self-image coach, personal brand consultant, and personal branding photographer. Here, we talk about the power of Sandy’s photography and brand work and how she helps her clients truly see themselves. We also di...

Duration: 00:41:05
Making an Authentic Impact with Jordan Pendleton
Nov 29, 2023

Speaker, podcast host, and money mindset coach Jordan Pendleton helps passionate entrepreneurs live their purpose and profit so they can make an impact on the world. Jordan founded her company, Mind Body Wallet, in late 2016 after leaving a successful career as a financial advisor. From the outside, it looked like Jordan had it all, but behind closed doors, she was fighting a battle with anxiety and health issues and going into debt. Today, she’s on a mission to help entrepreneurs transform the way they view and use money so they can experience real financial freedom while being their au...

Duration: 00:34:27
The Pain Behind the Purpose with Pjero Mardesic
Oct 23, 2023

Pjero Mardesic is an Australian executive coach, speaker, therapist, facilitator, and poet. He’s also the author of Conquer the Uncomfortable and Unleash Your Potential, as well as the host of The Boy Behind the Man Podcast. Pjero and I discuss his former addiction to instant gratification and pornography and how it helped him create his program, Addicted to Grow. We also talk about the effects adult content has on men and women, addiction and the brain, and how to overcome our challenges in life and business.

What’s Inside:

Why people’s lack of belief in the...

Duration: 00:38:31
Reimagining Inclusion with Mita Mallick
Sep 14, 2023

What’s Inside:

How Mita’s childhood shaped who she is today.How a lack of inclusion impacts mental health.Myths about DEI.
 

Mentioned In This Episode:
Listen Then Speak Podcast
Mita's Book – Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace
 

Short Description:

Mita Mallick is an inclusion champion, crafting brands with purpose. She’s also the author of a new book called Reimagine Inclusion, which debunks 13 myths about DEI and implements effective strategies for transformative inclusivity. Mita shares insights into how exclusion impacts mental health, challenges faced by mothers an...

Duration: 00:38:34
Answering the Call with Sanyika Street
Aug 10, 2023

Sanyika “the Firestarter” Street helps men build profitable service-based businesses. He’s also a keynote speaker and the host of Going All-In, A Podcast for Men. While he was trying to find his voice, Sanyika decided to stop speaking and start listening, and that’s when everything changed. The most powerful thing he began to hear was what was going on beneath the surface, especially the narratives and stories men tell themselves. Many people were trying to build successful businesses on the surface level, but under the surface, there was a great deal of what Sanyika refers to as the thre...

Duration: 00:34:31
Following Your Fascination with Shaahin Cheyene
Jul 06, 2023

Shaahin Cheyene is the CEO and chairman of a brain nutrition startup called Accelerated Intelligence. He’s also the president and founder of Podcast Cola, an award-winning entrepreneur, writer, filmmaker, and public speaker. We kick off our discussion with why Shaahin loves Bob Marley and how music brings people from all walks of life together. We also talk about Shaahin’s journey as a serial entrepreneur, which began at a very young age. He shares insights into how hunger was a main driver of his success and why he believes that kind of hunger can’t be taught. 

Shaah...

Duration: 00:35:46
Owning Our Gifts and Power with JJ Flizanes (Part 2)
Jun 15, 2023

In this follow up conversation with author and empowerment strategist JJ Flizanes, we continue our dialogue around living out our purpose and owning our power. JJ and I start by discussing a quote from author Marianne Williamson that she included in her book. The quote speaks to our deepest fears of being powerful beyond measure. Playing small puts ourselves and others at a disadvantage because when we shine, we give permission for others to do so as well. Being who you are is exactly who you need to be, and JJ touches on how this authenticity is essential for...

Duration: 00:37:59
Owning Our Gifts and Power with JJ Flizanes
May 25, 2023

What’s Inside:

How JJ transitioned from fitness to holistic wellness.How core wounds can shape our life journeys.How we can nurture and use our unique gifts.
 

Mentioned In This Episode:
Listen Then Speak Podcast
JJFlizanes.com
 

Short Description:
JJ Flizanes is the author of multiple books, including Invisible Fitness Formula, Fit to Love, and Absolute Abs. She’s also an empowerment strategist working with spiritual truth seekers looking to remove emotional blocks to success, health, business, and life. JJ shares her wisdom about how not being understood shaped her jo...

Duration: 00:28:34
Meditation and the Journey of Self-Discovery with Katie Krimitsos
May 11, 2023

What’s Inside:

Katie’s career journey from marketing and copywriting to meditation.

The importance of knowing who we want to become.

How to use meditation to aid your self-discovery journey.

 

 

 

Mentioned In This Episode:

Listen Then Speak Podcast 

Women’s Meditation Network 

 

 

Short Description:

Katie Krimitsos is the creator of the Women’s Meditation Network Podcast and she’s passionate about giving women the tools, strategies, and inspiration to live lives they truly love. Here...

Duration: 00:41:45
Servant Leadership with Zachary Paul Hoffman
Apr 06, 2023

Zach Hoffman is an award-winning author, transformation coach, and founder of an organization called SWALeadership. My conversation with Zach dives into servant leadership and how his life experiences lead him to make that a focus. As an American football player in Europe, Zach was looked up to by many, especially youth. He realized that sports were his platform to reach people, not his purpose. Zach believes that if you want to earn the respect of others and have them feel you as a person, you have to make it about them, not you. We also talk about emotional intelligence...

Duration: 00:34:45
The Importance of Boundaries - Julie Hruska
Mar 23, 2023

Julie Hruska is a high-performance strategist and a certified performance coach. She also has a master’s degree and is the owner of the company Powerful Leaders. Julie specializes in guiding people into a life they love through the development of high-performance habits in the areas of career, relationships, health, and finances. Julie also works closely with companies and corporations to develop high-performance cultures where employees are motivated and engaged. Julie and I discuss boundaries and why they’re so important in our personal and professional lives and Julie shares how her own journey shaped her path.

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Duration: 00:35:30
A Devine Spark of Defiance - Part 2
Mar 09, 2023

In Part One of this conversation with Joy Donnell, we went deep. Joy’s perspective truly helps people think beyond the surface level, which continues here in Part Two. In her book, “Beyond Brand”, Joy discusses changing narratives with the use of media. Here, she shares the moments that led to her getting to into media. Joy is dedicated to doing things differently while honoring her lineage. Questioning the origins of stories is a big theme within Joy’s book. After hitting a physical wall of burnout from overworking, Joy was forced to take a time out and question her own...

Duration: 00:32:58
A Divine Spark of Defiance with Joy Donnell - Part 1
Feb 23, 2023

Joy Donnell is a producer, writer, and co-founder of CIME, the Center for Intersectional Media and Entertainment. CIME provides research and resources for storytelling, equity, and Hollywood. Her recent book, “Beyond Brand”, dives into how to use media to live and leave our cultural legacy. Joy has spoken heavily on Hollywood production codes, an era which lasted about 30 years where Hollywood chose to inflict morality standards. These codes essentially taught human beings how to be and included things like suppressed sexuality and not showing race mixing. It was bewildering for Joy to discover, and we discussed how it affected her...

Duration: 00:31:12
Die Before They Do - A Conversation with Robb Gilbear
Oct 13, 2022

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is just under 30 minutes you'll learn:

The effects of childhood traumaChoosing and switching vocations Deciding to take risks His career as a musician Involvement in  drugs and addiction Breaking away from the crowd Coming close to Suicide How to handle peer pressureThe unconventional road to success Confidence to take risks and jump in Practical ways to not be shaken by the opinions of others..and SO much more!

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Duration: 00:26:29
Examining Our Own Implicit Bias - Sejal Thakkar (Part 2)
Aug 25, 2022

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 20 minutes you'll learn:

Listening to Understand in spite of culture difference Checking our implicit bias against our experience Tackling controversial matters of bias head-onOwning our prejudice and unconscious bias Tips for professionals in management positions How implicit bias effects workplace cultureUsing your skills and strengths to drive lasting change Ways to train the mind with useful soft skillsConflict resolution at the base level of organizations Practical ways to slow our thinking down in responding to others..and SO much more!

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Duration: 00:23:20
Using Trials to Turn the Tide - Sejal Thakkar - Part 1
Jul 28, 2022

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 17 minutes you'll learn:

About Sejal's early childhoodHer desire to stand against societal norms Creating culture from the ground upAdvocating with PassionThe importance of courage in the midst of being outnumberedThe effects of prejudice on one's mental healthThe effects of colorism on marginalized people Way to rebel against the common tideReasons it's important to talk about YOUR StoryThe benefits  of living  by the convictions you have vs those imposed on you. Practical ways to take risks not knowing the outcome...and SO much more!

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Duration: 00:17:24
Finding Success by Learning What Not to do.
Jun 03, 2022

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 25 minutes you'll learn:

About Matt's cultural influence  The Dichotomy between career and running your own business  Is entrepreneurship for everyoneThe Broken Road to SuccessHow to scale down the workday in a sustainable mannerWhat is our Role in running a business Practical ways to confront mental exhaustion How to delegate tasks and scale What the process looks like for solopreneurs and teamsHow to meditate and sit with tough questions that we ask ourselves and so much more!

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Duration: 00:27:25
Standing in her Power with Veronica Safoa Owusu
Oct 28, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 40 minutes you'll learn:

About Veronica's early childhood Her love for arts and music The importance of taking responsibility for our beliefs How we can own our mistakes and learn from them How she overcame limiting beliefs The power of words The mental exhaustion of keeping company with narcissist How her career found her How the fire's of a bad relationship formed her into a individual of impact Practical ways to breath life into transformational coarse training...and SO much more!

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Duration: 00:40:39
The Journey to Unleashing the Creative
Aug 12, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 30 minutes you'll hear:

Alex's friction with the normHow the arts inspired him in creativityWhy suppressing who you are will delay your visionWays you can light your own fireWhy the best time to start is NOW How can Trial lead to Triumph Reasons to not allow others around us to influence our decisionOvercoming the fear of failure!Shutting out the noise and running hard after what you made forWhat is the Why behind my WHATCreating the life you want (without proving others wrong)...and SO much more! Duration: 00:34:31
Developing Needs Based Products - a chat with Stephen C. Pope
Jul 23, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 30 minutes you'll hear:

Stephen's love for the arts The benefit of putting in reps Why comparison will only confuse your branding Using your interest to brand yourself Why piloting your career will help you to start Basing your product on the needs of your audience How to get informed on the needs of potential clients Ways to not compare yourself and start your journey...and SO much more!

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Duration: 00:34:16
The Power of Empathy
May 27, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 40 minutes you'll hear:

Kevin's early childhood and observations of his motherHis love for story telling How empathy and cultural roots informed his choice of a careerThe reasons why his WHY is changing (evolving)The need for transparency in Talent Acquisition  The mental strain job searching can place on job seekersHis desire to culture change and making the process people centric Specific ways to communicate that bring a human touch Being deliberate about content creation  to resonate with audiences The benefit of placing yourself in the shoes of you...

Duration: 00:45:17
Know Yourself & Know Your Audience
May 05, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 40 minutes you'll learn:

His early interest in theater and the artsInsights on marketing and sales (from a personal standpoint)How to connect with your audience The benefit of putting in the reps with your talent The importance of going towards YOUR interest Methods of solving problems in a manner that get people resultsThe mental exhaustion of wearing a cultural mask to save faceThe benefits of owning who you fully are in social situationsActionable items to grow in confidence in content creationThe blessing of running the marathon in...

Duration: 00:42:37
The Lasting Impact of Your Story
Apr 15, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 30 minutes you'll learn:

His interest in stories and desire to tell them Insights on marketing and sales (from a personal standpoint)What your story can do for your audience Developing learning tools that lead to actionable items in an affective mannerThe benefit of vulnerability through telling your story The importance of journalling during the journeyHow exposing shaming things can strip them of their power The benefits of mental health  through vulnerability The freedom of not being hampered by the fear of others opinions ...and SO much more!<...

Duration: 00:35:52
Gender Equality (For Who???)
Mar 26, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is about 30 minutes you'll learn:

What it means to be inclusive of others in the workspace Why are women of color not benefitting from the new wave of gender equality The effects of implicit bias What are good processes to drive equality for all women in the workplace Ways to drive diversity without exploiting people of color The Reason why "Disrupters" are so important to workplace culture  Instead of (bandaids) lets budget and be proactive in diversity, inclusion and gender equalityWhy doing and engagement surveys without response is dangerousThe effect of imp...

Duration: 00:31:33
Maximizing the Power of the Brain
Mar 11, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a about 30 minutes you'll learn:

The WHY Behind  Erik's WHATWhat got him involved in studying the brain and the body as they both relate to businessWho were the big influences in his lifeHow can people change their brains to change their lifeWhat do you think is the biggest thing holding other people back from finding success

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Duration: 00:31:45
From Corporate to Entrepreneur (An Honest Journey)
Feb 25, 2021

In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 35 minutes you'll learn:

The importance of core relationships in the career journey (moving forward without regret)How culture and discipline motivates and inspires the career journeyWhy putting in reps  cannot be neglected in development (both personal and professional)Reasons not to obsess over imperfectionsHow to not be a professional victim and ways to learn from failureAdvice for those in career transition (committing to your own style)How to stop "The Bully in the Brain"

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Duration: 00:39:27
Why Listen Then Speak?
Feb 14, 2021

In this episode of Listen Then Speak, you will hear:

The why behind Listen Then SpeakWhat topics we will cover The layout of the  showWhen episodes will be airing The importance of seeing man as a holistic being and the sum of many partsWhat you can expect from meWhat types of episodes will air And how you can be a part of our journey together

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Duration: 00:04:30
It's Time to Get Into It
Jan 25, 2021

In this episode of Listen Then Speak, which is barely 3 minutes you will hear:

The heart behind Listen Then SpeakWhat has inspired this journeyMy convictions pertaining the importance of listening Why building consensus in-spite of differences helps us to grow 

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Duration: 00:02:15