Aligning Passion with Purpose w/ Jennifer Campbell {Founders Intensive}
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Welcome to this special segment of the Rutledge Perspective called the Founders Intensive, where we delve into the stories of remarkable entrepreneurs. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Jennifer Campbell, the visionary force behind Soul Star, who empowers women leaders to change the world through radical self-care. As CEO of Soul Star, she champions women disruptors addressing systemic challenges, with a 100-year vision for humanity and the planet. Join us in this insightful conversation that focuses on aligning passion with purpose and navigating the journey from fear to...
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Empowering Entrepreneurs and Advocating for Change W/ Candice Tolbert {Founders Intensive}
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Welcome to this special segment of the Rutledge Perspective called the Founders Intensive, where we delve into the stories of remarkable entrepreneurs. Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing Candice Tolbert, the Executive Director of Super Seeds as well as the President & Founder of Assist Financial Group. Candice’s dual roles as a businesswoman and advocate exemplify her commitment to empowering individuals and communities through financial education and social change. Highlights ✨ 👉🏽 Candice shares her experience with her son's unjust school...
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Letting Go to Move Forward!
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In this episode of The Rutledge Perspective, let’s dive into the transformative power of letting go and moving forward. With the onset of the second quarter of 2024, it's evident that change is on the horizon. As we navigate through the remainder of this year, let us embrace the opportunity to let go of what holds us back and step into a future filled with new possibilities. 𝑇𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑎𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 📝 🔑 Letting go is an act of moving forward. 🔑 Your purpose is not about you, it’s about the impact it makes on others. 🔑 People, things, and situations come into your...
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What is it Worth to You?
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Today, we’re going to be talking about goals and gardening. I know that may sound crazy but please allow me to explain. Oddly enough, my personal journey of gardening has taught me valuable lessons about determination, perseverance, and the true worth of pursuing your goals. In this episode, I will draw parallels to the challenges entrepreneurs face in building their businesses through anecdotes of failed cucumber harvests and the importance of pollinators aka bees. 𝑇𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑎𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 📝 🔑 Only you can decide what it is you want and how willing you are to do the work...
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The Power of Data in Business Strategy
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Let’s dive deep into the realm of data and its critical role in shaping business strategy. Understand that your data is essential, whether you're an entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader. From gathering insights to driving informed actions, let’s explore how data can be your greatest ally in achieving your business objectives. 𝑇𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑎𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 📝 🔑 It's not personal. It's not emotional data is just data. 🔑 Data is a superpower, and the insight that you can gather from that data is a super superpower. 🔑 Being a numbers person simply means that you know...
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Mission First. People Always.
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Let’s delve into the concept of "Mission first. People always." There’s something significant about prioritizing the mission of a business or organization while valuing the individuals involved in achieving that mission. Today, I will share my own experiences and insights, that emphasize the importance of aligning personal values with the vision of the business and making strategic decisions to build and lead effective teams. Throughout this episode, you’ll gain valuable insights into compassionate leadership, intentional decision-making, and fostering a culture that empowers both...
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The Power of Intentional Collaboration in Leadership
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In this episode of The Rutledge Perspective, the focus is on collaboration in leadership, particularly within the context of women business owners. Collaboration, although a powerful tool, can sometimes be misunderstood, especially for leaders who prioritize input from others. This episode delves into the nuances of collaborative leadership, exploring its strengths and potential pitfalls. 𝑇𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑎𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 📝 🔑 Collaboration extends beyond internal teams and encompasses partnerships with external entities, fostering innovation and growth. 🔑 Effective leaders set the...
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Stop, Start, and Continue!
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Do you feel like it’s time to make a change in your business or revamp some things? Whether you own a business or are building a career, it may be time to instill the “start, stop, continue,” process. This process allows you to objectively evaluate your current situation and focus on the things that matter. Proper prioritization will leave you re-energized and refocused. This will also allow you to see exponential change as it pertains to accomplishing your goals. Please listen as I break down how you can implement this process within your business or organization and maximize your...
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Avoid the Silver Bullet and Just Do the Work!
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Okay…I know that we all want to see a quick turnaround and desire fast solutions but it’s a climb to build a business. We can’t focus on the silver bullet, the quick fix, or the easy bucks. You have to put in the work, there’s no way other way around it. There are some people who seemingly blew up overnight but if you dig a little deeper you will find that they actually blew up over many nights. If you’re going to build a sustainable business or career that you will appreciate, you must let go of your desire for that silver bullet. 𝑇𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑎𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 📝 🔑...
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Managing Expectations for Yourself and Others
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Let’s talk about managing expectations. Whether you are building a business or a career, you need to be very clear about the expectations you set with others. More importantly, you need to have clear expectations for yourself. This clarity and understanding are important because they allow you to focus on the outcome and objectively evaluate detours that will ultimately arise. Managing expectations is about saying, here's what I'm doing, here's how I'm preparing, here's what I've committed to do, here's the history of how I deliver, and I'm going to do that all the time, consistently....
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Whew! This interview is JUICY! Nicole Walker drops some serious wisdom about doing it afraid, the power of ignorance (it’s a thing), connections and relationships, and being willing to shift perspective to what you are really being called to do. Oh yeah, and the big AHA: you can connect your excellence with your genius and deliver something uniquely yours! You gotta catch this conversation!
About the Guest:
Nicole is an Award Winning Podcaster, Global Influencer, International Speaker, Podcast Launch Coach, and Women Empowerment Advocate. Nicole attributes much of her success to starting her podcast, WinHers United, and often talks about how podcasting “literally changed her life”.
Nicole has been named a Top 50 Mom in Podcasting, a 2020 Top Influencer, and was nominated for the 2021 Excellence in Audio Media Award. Nicole speaks on various topics pertaining to business, mindset, and podcasting. She has spoken at events such as Afros & Audio, Podcast Movement, Podfest, and Tampa Bay Startup Week.
Nicole’s podcast has received numerous accolades such as being ranked among the Top 5% of podcasts worldwide, and winning the 2020 Best Black Business Podcast Award. In 2020 Nicole created the first WinHers United Virtual Summit, which was an international success. In 2021 Nicole joined the Afros & Audio team as the Sponsorship Manager to assist with acquiring sponsors for the annual Afros & Audio Virtual Podcast Festival.
Driven by the premise of being and doing better, Nicole uses her experience and knowledge to help others with business and personal development. Nicole is the proud mother of two children, and when she is not working she enjoys traveling, eating, and scrapbooking.
- Follow WinHers United on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/winhersunited
- To stay up to date on WinHers United the podcast and future WinHers United events visit: http://winhersunited.com.
- If you are looking for podcast launch coaching or podcast analytics consultant, schedule a call with Nicole at: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall
About the Host:
Laurel Rutledge’s human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women’s leadership coach.
Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.
After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.
From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to “lead with your heart, act with your head.”
Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com
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