Conversations with I Follow the Leader

In this faith fuel episode of the “I Follow the Leader" podcast, host, Antoinetta Mosley, speaks with special guests Gabby (13 years old) & Amy Ramsey (her friend and mentor.)

This episode was recorded on National Encouragement Day (September 12th) and it is a very special episode. It is the podcast's 1st episode that features a teenage guest and it is the podcast's 1st episode with our new name. Conversations with I Follow the Leader brought to you by I Follow the Leader is now The I Follow the Leader Podcast, brought to you by Courage Candy Co.

We could not have asked for a better courage-fueled conversation on such a special day. Gabby is battling cancer and she is the ultimate encourager. Her faith in God is what helps to keep her motivated. Her friendship with Amy provides opportunities for her to go on weekly dates in which they like to share their joy with others. Listen in to hear Gabby share about some of her journey and what helps to fuel her faith. Amy also provides great insight and commentary into the power of mentorship and what she's learned since she met Gabby a year ago.

Go to ifollowtheleader.com/conversations to view show notes including key highlights and notable quotes.

Connect with Amy Ramsey

Website: https://thefitsoul.com

Podcast: https://thefitsoul.com/podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFitSoulbyAmyRamsey/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyramsey_/

Walk Worthy Mentorship: https://walkworthy.thefitsoul.com/

Learn more about The I Follow the Leader podcast at: ifollowtheleader.com/conversations.

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Are you a leader seeking to create a thriving work environment without succumbing to burnout? Are you interested in transforming your organization's approach to stress and maximizing employee retention? To cultivate a thriving work environment that fuels both productivity and well-being, it is imperative that you plan success without sacrificing your teams' mental and emotional health. The journey toward optimal productivity requires strategic reevaluation of both individual and organizational responsibilities toward burnout. Burnout is not just an individual responsibility, and shifting from the conventional grind mentality to a holistic approach encompassing work-life balance, mental health support, and growth opportunities can catalyze a transformative change. By acknowledging burnout as a real concern, giving yourself permission to think differently, and implementing short-term measures for long-term gains as an organization, you can maximize your outcome. In this episode of "Conversations with I Follow the Leader," your host, Antoinetta Mosley, is joined by Julian Reeve, the founder of Perfect Equilibrium Inc, a California-based consultancy devoted to banishing burnout and optimizing employee retention in small businesses. Julian is a musician turned entrepreneur, known for his work on the groundbreaking Broadway musical Hamilton to a passionate advocate for combating burnout. He suffered a stress-induced heart attack at 43 years old, which became the catalyst for extensive research on achievement and work-related stress, leading him to disrupt society's approach to work and stress. During the conversation, Julian shares his strategies for banishing burnout in organizations while supporting high achievers. He emphasizes the importance of addressing stress and nurturing a healthier work culture to achieve sustainable success. Tune in to learn from Julian Reeve's valuable insights and practical tips as he empowers you to transform your organization's approach to work, well-being, and success.

Connect with Julian

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianreeve/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julian.reeve/

Company website: https://www.perfectequilibrium.co/

In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley reads an excerpt from her book released in January 2023, 6 Months of Courage Candy: Consistently Cultivate Courage to Reach Your Highest Potential. Her techniques for cultivating courage effectively, engaging in meaningful courageous conversations, and creating more equitable and inclusive cultures have inspired thousands, from international audiences to boards of directors. Listen to hear her read chapter 12 on joy.

Learn more and order the book: https://antoinettamosley.com/books

• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday.
• Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com
• Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

In this episode of “Conversations with I Follow the Leader”, our host, Antoinetta Mosley, connects with special guest Trina McCarroll, a seasoned Executive Advisor and founder of Hello Courage. Trina's firm specializes in helping Board of Directors and Executive Teams to courageously connect strategy, culture, and leadership.

During this episode, they discuss why culture building often takes a backseat in strategic planning, and the ramifications of such oversight. Trina shares her unique perspectives on common challenges and present success stories from her work, showcasing wins from aligning strategy and culture.

Additionally, Trina elaborates on the significance of courageous leadership and the need for a holistic, human-centered approach in shaping organizational success. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical takeaways for your leadership journey.

Connect with Trina

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trinamccarroll/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageous.leadership.co

Company website: https://www.hello-courage.com/

In this episode of “Conversations with I Follow the Leader”, host, Antoinetta Mosley, welcomes back special guest Kristin Carver Smith, a dynamic publicity expert and CEO/Founder of The New Fashioned Co. Kristin’s company is dedicated to creating a more just and joyful world by amplifying bold ideas and brave voices in the media, on stages and in partnerships.

During this episode, Antoinetta interviews Kristin about her courageous leadership journey. Kristin shares a story she never has before, about applying to The VOICE and what the process taught her. She also participates in a courageous activity by answering a series of questions that are not shared with our guest in advance.

If you haven't listened to Ep 56: Receive the Ease with Kristin Carver Smith yet, we recommend tuning in to hear more from Kristin!

Connect with Kristin

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristincarversmith/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristincarversmith/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristin.k.carver/

Connect with The New Fashioned Co.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70972591/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewfashionedco/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenewfashionedco/

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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In this episode of “Conversations with I Follow the Leader”, host, Antoinetta Mosley, welcomes special guest Kristin Carver Smith, a dynamic publicity expert and CEO/Founder of The New Fashioned Co. Kristin’s company is dedicated to creating a more just and joyful world by amplifying bold ideas and brave voices in the media, on stages and in partnerships.

During this episode, they delve into 'The New Fashioned' - and why it is a more sustainable way forward. Kristin shares her unique perspectives on relationship building, handling rejection, and understanding the distinction between chronos (sequential) and kairos (opportune) time.

Additionally, Kristin highlights the role of courageous leadership in building a sustainable exposure strategy. Listen for valuable insights and practical advice for your visibility journey.

Connect with Kristin

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristincarversmith/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristincarversmith/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristin.k.carver/

Connect with The New Fashioned Co.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/70972591/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewfashionedco/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenewfashionedco/

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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In this very special episode of Conversations with I Follow the Leader our guests were the three Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Leads that championed Conservation Trust for North Carolina's DEI work during partnership with I Follow the Leader from 2021-2023. Podcast Host Antoinetta Mosley (Chief Encouragement Officer & Principal Leader at I Follow the Leader) and Senior Partnership Leader, Rorri Geller-Mohamed asked the DEI Leads questions about their DEI Journey.

Thank you Chris Canfield, Amy Smith (CFRE), and Kathy Hamilton Gore for each of your commitment and sharing your experience with us! Thank you to the co-lead on the project Rorri Geller-Mohamed, LCSW for serving as co-lead and having the great idea to highlight our partnership.

• Follow the links above to connect with the podcast guests and to learn more about CTNC!

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• If you'd like to watch the conversation visit, https://www.linkedin.com/events/ep54-ctncxifldeipartnershipcase7076974571546898432/theater/.

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• LinkedIn 
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday.
• Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com.

• View the Courage Continuum Chart & courage frameworks: https://antoinettamosley.com/courage-framework.

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For their Leadership Triangle Regional 2023 graduation program project, five cohort members decided they wanted to shine a light on a topic not often discussed: black women's health. To learn more about the issue, a combination of team members attended ⁠A Better Wake⁠ Town Halls: Health Equity Town Hall at Apex Senior Center on April 11, 2023, had a conversation with ⁠Aya Birth & Community Wellness⁠ team members on April 17, 2023, via Zoom, and visited ⁠HIstoric Stagville⁠ on April 21, 2023, for a guided tour.

In Episode 51, ⁠Chrissy Sailstad⁠ and ⁠Titilayo Somorin⁠ share their insights on the history of health disparities and team member's experience visiting Historic Stagville, "a state historic site that includes the the remnants of the one of the largest plantations in North Carolina." You also have the opportunity to hear from all team members in the introduction about who they are and why this topic is important to them.

In Episode 52, ⁠Penny Carroll⁠ and ⁠Kim Glenn⁠ share their insights on present-day health disparities and team member's experience attending A Better Wake Town Hall on Health Equity hosted by the Triangle DEI Alliance x Raleigh Chamber and having a virtual meeting with staff of Aya Birth & Community Wellness, which is an organization that focuses on, "creating a culture of community-centered maternal and reproductive health care for people of color." You also have the opportunity to hear all team members share a stat you should know during the introduction.

The host of Conversations with I Follow the Leader, Antoinetta Mosley moderates both episodes.

Resources: In addition to the links above and below, you will be able to view additional resources about A Better Wake Town Halls, Aya Birth & Community Wellness, and Stagville including additional stats, show notes, and videos at ⁠ifollowtheleader.com/mysisterskeeper⁠.

Connect with Penny Carroll:

• ⁠LinkedIn⁠

Connect with Kim Glenn:

• ⁠LinkedIn ⁠

Connect with Antoinetta Mosley:

• ⁠LinkedIn ⁠
• Website: ⁠https://www.antoinettamosley.com⁠⁠.
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Learn more at ⁠antoinettamosley.com/courage-candy⁠.

Connect with Chrissy Sailstad:

• ⁠LinkedIn ⁠

Connect with Titilayo Somorin:

• ⁠LinkedIn ⁠

Learn more about Leadership Triangle at:⁠ leadershiptriangle.com⁠

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ⁠ifollowtheleader.com⁠.

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For their Leadership Triangle Regional 2023 graduation program project, five cohort members decided they wanted to shine a light on a topic not often discussed: black women's health. To learn more about the issue, a combination of team members attended A Better Wake Town Halls: Health Equity Town Hall at Apex Senior Center on April 11, 2023, had a conversation with Aya Birth & Community Wellness team members on April 17, 2023, via Zoom, and visited HIstoric Stagville on April 21, 2023, for a guided tour.

In Episode 51, Chrissy Sailstad and Titilayo Somorin share their insights on the history of health disparities and team member's experience visiting Historic Stagville, "a state historic site that includes the the remnants of the one of the largest plantations in North Carolina." You also have the opportunity to hear from all team members in the introduction about who they are and why this topic is important to them.

In Episode 52, Penny Carroll and Kim Glenn share their insights on present-day health disparities and team member's experience attending A Better Wake Town Hall on Health Equity hosted by the Triangle DEI Alliance x Raleigh Chamber and having a virtual meeting with staff of Aya Birth & Community Wellness, which is an organization that focuses on, "creating a culture of community-centered maternal and reproductive health care for people of color." You also have the opportunity to hear all team members share a stat you should know during the introduction.

The host of Conversations with I Follow the Leader, Antoinetta Mosley moderates both episodes.

Resources: In addition to the links above and below, you will be able to view additional resources about A Better Wake Town Halls, Aya Birth & Community Wellness, and Stagville including additional stats, show notes, and videos at ifollowtheleader.com/mysisterskeeper.

Connect with Penny Carroll:

• LinkedIn

Connect with Kim Glenn:

• LinkedIn

Connect with Antoinetta Mosley:

• LinkedIn 
• Website: https://www.antoinettamosley.com⁠.
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Learn more at antoinettamosley.com/courage-candy.

Connect with Chrissy Sailstad:

• LinkedIn

Connect with Titilayo Somorin:

• LinkedIn

Learn more about Leadership Triangle at: leadershiptriangle.com

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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• https://www.instagram.com/thepamperedwoman/

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LinkedIn 

Connect with Antoinetta:

• LinkedIn 
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com.

• View the P.A.C.E. Progress Framework: ifollowtheleader.com/framework 
• View the Courage Continuum Chart & courage frameworks: https://antoinettamosley.com/courage-framework.

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

Together, we can make a positive impact and push the pace of progress; the world needs us. We hope you join us! Subscribe today!

• View the Courage Continuum Chart & courage frameworks: https://antoinettamosley.com/courage-framework.
• Learn more about the new release, 6 Months of Courage Candy: Consistently Cultivate Courage to Reach Your Highest Potential: https://antoinettamosley.com/book
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com.
• Episode art description: Antoinetta in a purple blazer and flower blouse. Thank you to HR.com for the photo which was taken during her keynote.

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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In this episode, host, and Chief Encouragement Officer Antoinetta Mosley shares some key takeaways from the opening keynote she did at HR.com's conference, InspireHR West for human resource practitioners on March 6, 2023. The title of her talk was, "Cultivate Courage: How Courageous Conversations Build Culture People Celebrate, Not Tolerate." She also shares a new framework she developed, the Courageous Consciousness Chart. 

Antoinetta believes that courage is often the missing link in conversations about leadership and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her goal is to help change agents across the globe consistently cultivate courage to reach their highest potential. This episode is for every change agent and leader who wants to increase their courage competency and consciousness, and is willing to do something about it!

• View the Courageous Consciousness Chart and 7 Attributes of Courage frameworks: https://antoinettamosley.com/courage-framework. 
• Learn more about the new release, 6 Months of Courage Candy: Consistently Cultivate Courage to Reach Your Highest Potential: https://antoinettamosley.com/book
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com. 
• Episode art description: Antoinetta in a purple blazer and flower blouse. Thank you to HR.com for the photo which was taken during her keynote. 

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley discusses her new book titled 6 Months of Courage Candy: Consistently Cultivate Courage to Reach Your Highest Potential. The book was released on January 3, 2023. Her techniques for cultivating courage effectively, engaging in meaningful courageous conversations, and creating more equitable and inclusive cultures have inspired thousands, from international audiences to boards of directors. Listen to hear why courage is a choice we should all cultivate. Antoinetta also reads part of the book's introduction!

Learn more and order the book: https://antoinettamosley.com/book

• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com
• Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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In this "Courageous" Conversation our host, Antoinetta Mosley spoke with special guest, Tanya Dalton. Tanya Dalton is a speaker, best-selling author, and nationally recognized productivity expert. She helps female executives and entrepreneurs step into purposeful leadership.

Tanya has been featured in some of the world’s leading publications including Forbes, Inc, Fast Company, and Real Simple. She is also a VIP contributor for Entrepreneur.com.

Tanya believes that “burnout isn't caused by overwork — it's caused by not finding meaning in your work.” During this conversation, they will discuss Tanya’s article recently released on Entrepreneur.com, “Want To Avoid the 'Quiet Quitting' Trend in Your Business? Here Are 3 Strategies That Will Make Your Employees Want To Stay.”

Connect with Tanya

https://tanyadalton.com

https://tanyadalton.com/on-purpose/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-intentional-advantage/id1198270543

Tanya's bio

Tanya Dalton is a speaker, best-selling author, and nationally recognized productivity expert. She helps female executives and entrepreneurs step into purposeful leadership.

In addition to having her first book, The Joy of Missing Out, being named one of the Top 10 Business Books of the year by Fortune Magazine, Tanya’s podcast, The Intentional Advantage has received millions of downloads from listeners around the world. She is also a featured expert on several networks including NBC and Fox and is a VIP contributor for Entrepreneur.com. Tanya has been featured in some of the world’s leading publications including Forbes, Inc, Fast Company, and Real Simple. She has been awarded the elite Enterprising Women Award and has been named the Female Entrepreneur to Watch for the state of North Carolina.

Tanya is also the founder of inkWELL Press Productivity Co. a multi-million dollar company providing tools that work as a catalyst in helping women do less while achieving maximum success.

Her highly anticipated second book, On Purpose: The Busy Woman’s Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning and Success, launched last fall through HarperCollins Publishing.

In this 30-minute "Courageous" Conversation our host, Antoinetta Mosley spoke with special guest, Rebecca Regnier. Rebecca Regnier is CEO of True Self Care and a professional global speaker for virtual corporate events, webinars, and workshops specializing in topics on workplace wellness, mindfulness and emotional intelligence in our remote-first world.

During this conversation, they discussed how humans are made to feel good and experience joy in our daily lives. Rebecca shared her personal experience with burnout as a 20-year veteran of media & advertising sales, and the transformation she experienced by integrating mindfulness into her daily activities. By sharing her wisdom with authenticity and humor, Rebecca aims to support everyone in knowing we’re here for more than mundanity – we are here for the experience of joy.  

Guest Links & Social

Websites: rebeccaisspeaking.com | trueselfcare.org 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccaisspeaking/ 

Instagram Handles: @rebeccapracticing @trueselfcare

• Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

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In this 30-minute "Courageous" Conversation our host, Antoinetta Mosley spoke with special guest, Veronica LaFemina. Veronica is the Founder and CEO of LaFemina & Co., an advisory firm supporting nonprofits and social impact businesses at the intersection of strategy, culture, communications, and change management. Her work has been featured by Inc. Magazine, the Today Show, NPR, CNN, Capterra, and news outlets nationwide. Veronica blogs regularly about nonprofit leadership, strategy, and culture at lafemina.co.

During this conversation, they discussed Veronica's blog, "Why Change Fails," in which she shared six of the most common reasons change fails based on her experiences as a consultant and senior executive. As Veronica shares in the blog post, "Knowing why change initiatives fail can help leaders honestly assess how ready their organization is for a given change and avoid common pitfalls to help ensure the change’s success."

This episode is for every leader who wants to improve on their change leadership and change management skills.

Guest Bio

Veronica LaFemina is the Founder and CEO of LaFemina & Co., an advisory firm supporting nonprofits and social impact businesses at the intersection of strategy, culture, communications, and change management. Veronica partners with organizations and their leaders to go beyond what "looks good on paper" to focus on what works well in real life. She is a leader, strategist, facilitator, trusted advisor, and certified change management professional with nearly two decades of experience as a senior executive at national U.S. nonprofit organizations and a high-impact consultant. Her work has been featured by Inc. Magazine, the Today Show, NPR, CNN, Capterra, and in news outlets nationwide. Veronica blogs regularly about nonprofit leadership, strategy, and culture at lafemina.co.

Guest Links & Social

Website: lafemina.co

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vlafemina/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vlafemina

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vlafemina/

• Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

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In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley issues a call to action. Are you willing to try to connect with people first before you follow them? In today's social media age, we are often encouraged to follow people over genuinely connecting with you. Listen to hear Antoinetta's thoughts on why we need to disrupt that mindset. 

This is the last episode in our 7-part summer series and be sure to catch up on any episodes you missed. We have so amazing guests that you will hear from September-November 2022. 

• Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

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In this episode, host Antoinetta Mosley shares her thoughts on discrimination and the tendency of those who do not experience discrimination often to call instances of discrimination isolated events and discredit the victim. 

Listen to the episode to hear Antoinetta's thoughts after hearing about Rachel Richardson's claims of discrimination and the use of racial slurs at the Duke University vs. Brigham Young University volleyball (BYU) game in Provo, Utah. Rachel is currently a sophomore at Duke and was a 2021 ACC Academic Honor Roll awardee. Since that volleyball game on August 26th, 2022, there have been a lot of stories published about Rachel's story of hearing a racial slur used. Most recently outlets are reporting that a BYU investigation found no evidence to support Rachel's allegations. 

This story serves as a great example of what often happens in workplaces and communities. Antoinetta desires to share her experiences with being called a racial slur starting at 9 years old; she most recently heard people who were not black using the n-word in August 2022. A few years ago, she had to approach someone at a wedding who sang the n-word in a song and discuss that it was inappropriate. This podcast episode is not about choosing sides; it's about shining a light on the experience that many black women in the United States have and helping you realize that many systems are not set up to support or believe black women or those in historically underrepresented groups.  

Podcast Correction: 

• Dawn Staley was referred to as the University of South Carolina volleyball coach; she is the basketball coach there.

Resources: 

• To view BYU's Race, Equity, and Belonging Report from 2021: https://brightspotcdn.byu.edu/12/58/d61b3164487da5946d13471e7567/byu-race-equity-belonging-report-feb21.pdf 
• Salt Lake Tribune Article, "BYU released a report saying its students of color feel ‘isolated and unsafe’ due to racism on campus. A committee recommends that school leaders take immediate action to address the concerns." https://www.sltrib.com/news/education/2021/02/27/byus-students-color-feel/
• To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com
• Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com.

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In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley shares about her past week which included an x-ray, no screen time period, and an EKG. She relates those three experiences to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and shares some connection tips and book resources. 

Listen to the episode to hear some interesting stories and to receive some resources to help you personally and professionally. 

To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

Learn more about I Follow the Leader at: ifollowtheleader.com. 

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In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley discusses a keynote she did on the topic of, "Cultivate Courage: How courageous conversations can build a culture people celebrate, not tolerate" for Tri-County Head Start in Michigan. That is one of her featured keynotes in which she shares the 7 Attributes of Courage based on a framework she developed.

• Caring
• Overcoming
• Unapologetic
• Repetition
• Advocate
• Gritty
• Embracing 

Listen to the episode to learn more about the framework. Click here to view and download the framework. 

To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

Together, we can make a positive impact and push the pace of progress; the world needs us. We hope you join us! Subscribe today!

To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

Together, we can make a positive impact and push the pace of progress; the world needs us. We hope you join us! Subscribe today!

To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. For example, one of the texts this week was related to mission statements and said, "Knowing your vision leads to laser focus and precision."   Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

Together, we can make a positive impact and push the pace of progress; the world needs us. We hope you join us! Subscribe today!

To sign up for Antoinetta's "Caring Courageous Change Agents" text community, text courage to 919-647-7450. You will receive courage candy Monday-Friday. For example, one of the texts this week was related to mission statements and said, "Knowing your vision leads to laser focus and precision."   Connect with Antoinetta: https://www.antoinettamosley.com   

Together, we can make a positive impact and push the pace of progress; the world needs us. We hope you join us! Subscribe today!

Website: http://marygracegardner.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-grace-gardner/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marygracegardner

Connect with Antoinetta

Website: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

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In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley explains what she describes as the 'Caring Courageous Campaign'. Others refer to it as 'The Great Resignation' or 'The Great Reshuffle.' Antoinetta believes that turnover caused by corrosive cultures where employees do not feel a sense of belonging and where equitable and inclusive spaces are lacking, is a result of the ‘Caring Courageous Campaign’.

Some organizations are reaping the benefits of cultivating an equitable and inclusive culture via increased profitability, creativity, and innovation. Others are feeling the effects via increased EEOC complaints, resignation letters, and dysfunctional teams. The great news is that you get to decide which type of organization you want to be. Whether you consider yourself a change agent, leader, or both, courage is a choice. By consistently cultivating courage and having courageous conversations, you can help cultivate equitable and inclusive spaces that are celebrated, not tolerated!

Upcoming Event: We would like to invite you to join I Follow the Leader on June 10th, for our second Community Conversation for Caring Courageous Change Agents. All people who want to be change agents are invited. Learn more and register at ifollowtheleader.com/c5.

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Website: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

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In this episode, host, Antoinetta Mosley reflects on the devastating and significant tragedies and mass shootings that occured in the United States in May 2022. Unfortunately, there has was no acknowledgment of the events in multiple external events Antoinetta attended. Each time, she made the courageous choice to speak up.

Listen to this brief 6-minute episode in which our CEO challenges change agents and leaders to have the courage to acknowledge significant tragedies > going about "business as usual."

Message from Antoinetta: "We have never recorded two podcast episodes of Conversations with I Follow the Leader in one day. However, my heart told me this one was necessary, not tomorrow or next week but today. As a courage curator, I am constantly challenging myself to make courageous decisions and have courageous conversations about issues that matter, even when it's uncomfortable, which it often is. I hope you listen to this episode and I would also like to invite you to join me and I Follow the Leader tomorrow, May 27th and on June 10th, for a Community Conversation for Caring Courageous Change Agents. All people who want to be change agents are invited. Learn more at ifollowtheleader.com/c5. 

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Website: https://www.antoinettamosley.com

[Originally released via video streaming. To watch via video go to ifollowtheleader.com/conversations]

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In this episode, host Antoinetta Mosley spoke with special guest, DEI Coordinator, Adriana Peña. Adriana is also a certified yoga and barre instructor.

They discussed how mindfulness practices such as yoga often become westernized, causing more harm than good. This ancient practice of unity is a gateway to collective healing, which is often in conflict with the inequities facing marginalized communities. Adriana shared her experiences with how microaggressions show up in studios and ways we can cultivate self-inquiry without the use of toxic positivity.

(Please note: The conversation started with Antoinetta acknowledging the events of the past two weeks before beginning the conversation.)

Connect with Adriana

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianagab94/ 

[Originally released via video streaming. To watch via video go to ifollowtheleader.com/conversations]

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In this episode, special guest Paula Shepherd, talks to host, Antoinetta Mosley about why you should disrupt the mindset you may have been taught around using your inside voice - it's time to use your outside voice! During this conversation, Paula shared insight into why every voice is important and deserves to be heard and explain how courage factors into the equation. This conversation is for you if you're ready for bold leadership and want to use your voice to be a catalyst for positive change.  

Guest Bio: Paula Shepherd is a certified and credentialed life and business coach, leadership mentor, and host of the highly rated podcast, “The Confidence Sessions.” She helps high achieving visionary business owners develop value-driven businesses that scale their impact with the power of their voice. Paula believes that success is simple when you learn to boldly communicate and prioritize powerful, lasting connections.

After nearly 2 decades in corporate America, she left a six-figure leadership position to pursue her dream of creating the company she always wanted to work for. Paula built a multi six-figure business in her first eighteen months, and has helped more than 60 clients start or reinvigorate their businesses through her The Courage Blueprint® programs and signature system, The 5 Voices Framework.

Paula is a Thriving Women Network television Talk Show Host on E-360 TV and a Brainz Magazine Executive Contributor. She also has been featured in VoyageAustin magazine, is a 2021 Brainz Global Award recipient, and has been a guest on numerous podcasts. Born and raised in Maryland, she and her family have called Austin, Texas home since 2013.

Connect with Paula: 

Website: https://www.thecourageblueprint.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/paula.kirbyshepherd/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/be_fearless_with_paula/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/befearlesswithpaula/ 

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In this episode, host Antoinetta Mosley shares information about her newly created Caring Courageous text community and other ways to connect with her. 

Text 919-647-7450 to join the community; you will receive a text a day Monday-Friday to help you cultivate courage and spaces where people are celebrated, not tolerated. 

Host Bio: Antoinetta Mosley is the CEO and Principal Leader at I Follow the Leader LLC, a strategic consulting firm specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy, initiatives, and education. As a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP), Antoinetta has worked on a range of projects for organizations of all sizes, including small to global nonprofits as well as Fortune 500 companies, and travels the country as a sought-after speaker on DEI, courageous conversations, and belonging in the workplace.

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In this episode, special guest Dr. Jasmine Marks, a DEI Leader at I Follow the Leader talks to host, Antoinetta Mosley about how white supremacy culture is often normalized and present even when we may not notice it. Dr. Marks defines white supremacy culture and shares ways your workplace may be operating from this biased lens. White supremacy culture often shows up in decision-making, how people are expected to look/behave, and the leadership traits valued within organizations.

You will also have the opportunity to learn simple disruptive strategies you can employ no matter what phase your organization is in its development and DEI journey.

Guest Bio: Dr. Jasmine Marks also works as the Senior Director of Equity at a community health center. She is an equity and justice practitioner with expertise in aiding organizations and institutions in anti-racist/anti-oppressive transformation. Highlights of her work include prioritizing the support and empowerment of minoritized stakeholders, transforming organizational culture, and cultivating inclusive education, policies, and practices.

[Originally released via video streaming.]

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In this 1-year podcast anniversary episode, host Antoinetta Mosley expounds on the story she shared in Ep 1: I knew I was black when. When she was 9 years old, she was called a racial slur on the bus. She recently found the diary entry of that day in which she said: "Today I think was the worst day of my life!"

Learn about how she turned being called a racial slur into a moment to cultivate courage. Bonus: You will also hear about a tool an Olympic Gold medalist uses.

Host Bio: Antoinetta Mosley is the CEO and Principal Leader at I Follow the Leader LLC, a strategic consulting firm specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy, initiatives, and education. As a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP), Antoinetta has worked on a range of projects for organizations of all sizes, including small to global nonprofits as well as Fortune 500 companies, and travels the country as a sought-after speaker on DEI, courageous conversations, and belonging in the workplace.

[Originally released via video streaming.]

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In this episode, special guest Luckie Daniels talks to host, Antoinetta Mosley about why including inclusion in the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) conversation can be difficult for individuals to actualize. Luckie shares insight about why talking about inclusion requires intentional skill-building, openness, courage, and an abundance of patience. This conversation is for you if you want to know how inclusion can lead to a more equitable path forward for us all.

Guest Bio: Luckie Daniels is a Senior Program Manager with 22 years of experience providing program and project leadership on Software/Product Development, eCommerce, Mobility, Marketing, and Social Media initiatives. Luckie has successfully launched innovative technology campaigns for many industry leaders, including The Coca-Cola Company, United Parcel Service, Intercontinental Hotels Group, Walt Disney, and more! Luckie is also a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP) issued by Cornell University.

[Originally released via video streaming.]

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In this episode, special guest Anees Hasnain, a DEI Leader at I Follow the Leader talks to host, Antoinetta Mosley about how systemic and structural inequities continue to show up in progression practices and promotion policies, workplace norms, and culture. They share stories of what causes organizations to stumble and how they've seen organizations meaningfully combine short-term actions with long-term strategic commitments to redesign their companies. The conversation will invite listeners, and their respective organizations, to move beyond issuing diversity, equity, and inclusion statements to taking action to acknowledge and address whose competence, capability, and contributions are recognized and compensated whose are not.

Guest Bio: Anees partners with community-based organizations as a Community Trainer and Programs Specialist, facilitating workshops, conversations, and capacity building on safety defined by community, rooted in consent, and trauma-informed.

In this episode, special guest Dr. Ceceilia Parnther talks to host, Antoinetta Mosley about the role that equity plays in leadership, what women can do to thrive, and why we need to reimagine what effective leadership looks like. 

Dr. Parnther is a co-editor of Voices from Women Leaders on Success in Higher Education, published in February 2022. The book's subtitle: Pipelines, Pathways, and Promotion is the episodes topic. Drawn from research and the lived experiences of women and non-binary people in higher education leadership, the book serves as a guide in understanding the gender disparity in higher education leadership and how women leaders forge pathways to promotion and success through systemic barriers, obstacles, and a lack of representation.

Guest Bio: Dr. Ceceilia Parnther (she/her) is an assistant professor in the Department of Administrative and Instructional Leadership at St. John’s University. In her work, Parnther develops and implements qualitative research designs to explore equity in higher education. Her research agenda centers culture and equity and includes mentorship and student success, academic integrity education, and knowledge acquisition/dissemination in higher education. Dr. Parnther’s career path as a scholar-practitioner includes roles in academic and student affairs; she has served in leadership and teaching positions in higher education administration for 15 years.

[Originally released via video streaming.]

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In this episode, two leaders from I Follow the Leader, CEO, Antoinetta Mosley and DEI Leader, Kevin Lewis discuss what some organizations often feel pressured to do during heritage months, like Black History Month. Organizations often feel the pressure to engage in performative and symbolic DEI practices, events, and marketing. While some organizational leaders may have ‘good’ intentions with their celebrations during these times and even times of racial unrest (i.e., George Floyd uprisings), the performance of DEI can result in more harm than good. Kevin shared recent examples of performative DEI and ways that leaders can be more thoughtful about moving away from performative DEI practices to build a more sustainable and equitable organizational culture.

Kevin is a DEI leader with I Follow the Leader and works as a consultant with a racial and economic equity firm in New Orleans, LA.

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In this episode, two leaders from I Follow the Leader, CEO, Antoinetta Mosley and DEI Leader, Rorri Geller-Mohamed discuss the ways White allies can navigate whiteness in the workplace while avoiding supremacy and racial dynamics. Rorri also explains the role of emotion in anti-racist work and how to push back against oppressive systems.

Rorri is an anti-racism leadership and DEI coach, consultant & speaker, the founder of U Power Change, a licensed therapist, and the host of the Racially Responsible Podcast. She is passionate about supporting professionals through anti-racism work in their personal and professional lives.

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Dr. Bhowmik is the founder of Platform Wellness, a wellness practice dedicated to helping women with burnout. Dr. Bhowmik is a double board-certified physician specializing in Preventive Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences, and completed her Masters in Public Health and Preventive Medicine residency at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She was a design thinking strategist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and served as medical director of digital health for an executive health firm in New York City.

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In this episode guest, Dionne McGee talks with host, Antoinetta Mosley and shares her story of working in the executive suite as one of the only minorities and how she found the courage to speak up. She discusses the challenges many of her clients face in the workplace today and why we need to stop being "comfortable in places that make us uncomfortable!"

Dionne the President & CEO of DG McGee Enterprises. Speaker, and Author, with a ROAR! Dionne and her team help organizations and individuals find their road to leadership and entrepreneurial success. DG McGee Enterprises is a Woman-Owned Project Management firm specializing in customized programming (cohorts, incubators, accelerators, and digital programming). DG McGee Enterprises is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for their clients. Dionne has 25 plus years of corporate experience, with a decade of those years in the executive suite, leading sales teams and generating multi-million dollar wins. She is the author of "Finding Your ROAR"  and Founder of the Coaching Program, R.O.A.R University, which means to be Relentless. Optimistic. Ambitious and Results Driven. She is also an advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

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In this episode, host Antoinetta Mosley and guest Dr. Leena Bakshi discuss the barriers underrepresented children face in the STEM field. Dr. Bakshi shares about similarities between the education system and corporate systems, and how to cultivate an anti-racist school and classroom culture.

Dr. Bakshi is the founder of STEM4Real, a nonprofit professional learning organization committed to combining STEM, standards-based content learning, and leadership with principles of equity and social justice.

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🔓 If you want to unlock success for your Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Group, this episode is for you. Our host, Antoinetta Mosley provides a sneak preview of our upcoming webinar (February 22, 2022) and best practices guide.

Whether your organization is starting a new group or looking to maintain momentum for an already formed group, our team has developed a best practices guide to help your DEI group to take strategic, measurable, sustainable action! We want you to unlock your group's greatest potential and thrive!

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