Episode 2: How Leaders Can Communicate Better During Seasons of Change
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
Release Date: 08/12/2025
Episode 5: Protecting Your Small Business as AI Rises
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
In this Bright Bite episode of the Bright Ideas Podcast, host Desiree Booker-Sharpe takes a candid look at what it really means to protect your small business in the age of AI. Building on part one of this two-part series, which explored career protection for corporate leaders, Desiree now shifts her focus to entrepreneurs and small business owners who are running lean teams and navigating an uncertain economy. She acknowledges the real struggles—rising costs, constant pivots, and the overwhelming pace of AI adoption—while offering clear strategies to help you stay resilient. You’ll...
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Episode 4: How Setbacks Shape Stronger Leaders: A Conversation with Brad MacAfee
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
In this episode of Bright Ideas, Brad MacAfee, CEO of KAOH Media, shares how his leadership journey has been shaped by both success and setbacks. From building culture and scaling teams to navigating industry headwinds, Brad has learned that the most effective leaders lead with authenticity and empathy. He opens up about a pivotal career moment that reshaped how he views leadership—teaching him that setbacks, while painful, can unlock deeper resilience, courage, and compassion. Today, those lessons guide how he builds trust with teams, empowers communities, and steers organizations through...
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Episode 3: From Intern to VP: Kortni Robinson on Building Careers (and Cultures) That Last
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
In this episode of the Bright Ideas podcast, Desiree Booker-Sharpe interviews Kortni Robinson, Vice President of Operations at the Power Group. Kortni shares her journey from intern to VP, highlighting the importance of company culture, flexibility, and personal connections in leadership. The conversation delves into the impact of AI on the PR and social media landscape, the agency's niche in restaurant grand openings, and the operational challenges of staffing and profitability. Kortni emphasizes the significance of over-communication during times of change as a key leadership lesson. ...
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Bright Bite Part 1: How to Protect your Career as AI Rises
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
AI isn’t coming for your job—but the way you do your job? That’s already shifting. In this Bright Bite episode, Desiree Booker-Sharpe offers a grounded, strategic look at the rise of AI and what it really means for your career. If you’ve been doom-scrolling headlines or feeling overwhelmed by AI hype, this is your invitation to pause, take a breath, and hear a different kind of conversation, one rooted in truth, leadership, and empowerment. Drawing from her own experience returning from maternity leave and building a brand using AI tools like ChatGPT and Notion (without a tech...
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Episode 2: How Leaders Can Communicate Better During Seasons of Change
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
In this episode of the Bright Ideas Podcast, Desiree Booker-Sharpe speaks with Dan Cohen, principal at Full Court Press Communications. They discuss the importance of effective communication in leadership, especially during times of change. Dan shares insights on building trust within teams, the challenges of remote work, and the need for transparency in communication. He emphasizes the significance of understanding your audience and adapting communication strategies to meet their needs. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on the industry, the importance of creating a supportive...
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Episode 1: The Breakdown Leading to My Breakthrough
Bright Ideas with Desiree B. Sharpe
In this episode, Desiree Booker-Sharpe shares her personal journey of transformation through entrepreneurship and motherhood. She reflects on the challenges she faced, including loss, anxiety, and the struggle for identity, while emphasizing the importance of embracing change and finding clarity in chaos. Desiree offers powerful lessons learned from her experiences, highlighting the strategic nature of stillness, the necessity of letting go, and the expanded capacity for leadership that comes with motherhood. This conversation aims to create a space for authentic discussions about the...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Bright Ideas Podcast, Desiree Booker-Sharpe speaks with Dan Cohen, principal at Full Court Press Communications. They discuss the importance of effective communication in leadership, especially during times of change. Dan shares insights on building trust within teams, the challenges of remote work, and the need for transparency in communication. He emphasizes the significance of understanding your audience and adapting communication strategies to meet their needs. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on the industry, the importance of creating a supportive work culture, and the challenges of competing for talent in a competitive market. Dan reflects on his leadership journey, sharing lessons learned from past experiences and the importance of maintaining a healthy perspective on business challenges.
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Website: https://www.fcpcommunications.com/