Best Block To The Boardroom Podcasts (2025)

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S6 Ep70: How Social Media Addiction is Harming Our Youth – A Conversation With Julie Scelfo Former NY Times Journalist and Founder of WeAreMama.org 47:16

4d ago47:16

47:16

In this urgent and deeply concerning conversation, host Theresa E. Gonzales sits down with former NY Times journalist, author, and activist Julie Scelfo. She is now the founder and executive director of Mothers Against Media Addiction (MAMA). Together, Julie and Theresa's combined knowledge of these social media platforms begin to pull back the cur…

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#12 | Why Status-Driven Communication Is Blocking Strategic Innovation In Your C-Suite 6:22

7d ago6:22

6:22

Is status anxiety quietly destroying strategic innovation in your C-Suite? If your leadership meetings feel “safe” on the surface but lack bold, disruptive ideas, you may be dealing with a hidden innovation killer: status-driven communication. In this episode, we break down how power dynamics silence your most valuable insights — and exactly how to…

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#14 | Why You Need Handwriting Analysis To Predict Board Decision Making Styles Before Conflict Erupts 7:36

10h ago7:36

7:36

What if you could predict how a new board member will make decisions, handle conflict, and integrate with your team—before they ever speak in a meeting? Most CEOs wait months to see how new board members mesh with existing personalities and decision-making rhythms. But forward-thinking leaders are using handwriting analysis to decode the true behav…

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#13 | Why CEOs With Strong Executive Leadership Skills Still Make Boardroom Mistakes 6:40

4d ago6:40

6:40

What if your leadership strengths are actually limiting your growth? Even the most experienced CEOs fall into strategic traps—without realizing it. In this episode, we unpack why even elite executive leadership skills can lead to repeated boardroom mistakes, and how unconscious patterns drive decision making failures that stall innovation and adapt…

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Building a Franchise: Ivan Ramen’s Recipe for Scalable Growth & Consistency 32:07

6d ago32:07

32:07

What does it really take to grow a hospitality brand without watering down what made it special in the first place? In this episode of Science of Service, Rachel sits down with Ivan Orkin—chef, ramen pioneer, and star of Chef’s Table—and Chad Combs, the operational force behind Ivan Ramen’s growing franchise business. Together, they unpack the real…

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#11 | Three CEO Traits Making You Unapproachable In The Boardroom 6:33

11d ago6:33

6:33

Is your leadership presence unconsciously shutting down your team’s best ideas? Even confident executives often feel intimidated by their CEO. In this episode, we explore the hidden communication habits and leadership behaviors that silently stifle innovation—even when your intent is to empower. You’ll learn how the absence of psychological safety …

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🔥Our Season Finale: You Think You’ve Heard It All? Think Again.🔥 11:23

13d ago11:23

11:23

Text For Some Good Game Sadly, This Is Our Season Finale. This week’s episode is not for the faint of heart. Just when you thought the stories couldn’t get wilder… they did. When 2/3s of the questions come straight from the voicemail section of letmepullyourcoat.com, you know it’s about to get real. From family betrayal to street-level confessions,…

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#10 | Why Performance Theater Is Costing Your Executive Leadership Team Real Accountability 6:59

14d ago6:59

6:59

Is your executive leadership team solving real problems — or just performing well-rehearsed theater? In this eye-opening episode, we break down how performance theater infiltrates boardrooms, wastes 40% of leadership capacity, and erodes authentic accountability. If your leadership team looks aligned but struggles to execute, you’re likely trapped …

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🔥 TRAILER: You Think You’ve Heard It All? Think Again. 🔥 2:06

18d ago2:06

2:06

Text For Some Good Game (LOW LIT BLUES LICENSE CODE: YRTWXMAPPI6QY8BW) 🔥SEASON FINALE🔥 This week, 2/3s of the wildest questions came straight from the voicemail box at LetMePullYourCoat.com. And the heat? Unmatched. 🎤 A man just found out his ex-girlfriend was abusing his mother — and now he's on the edge of doing something that could cost him his …

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#9 | Are Your Executive Leadership Blind Spots Sabotaging Boardroom Decisions? 6:43

18d ago6:43

6:43

Are hidden patterns in your thinking quietly sabotaging your leadership decisions? You may be making strategic choices based on unconscious habits that no one — not even you — can see clearly. These invisible leadership blind spots don’t just affect you… they ripple through your entire team and performance outcomes. In this episode, we unpack the p…

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He Couldn’t Handle a Real Woman — So He Tried to Break Her 9:55

20d ago9:55

9:55

Text For Some Good Game NEW WEBSITE:WWW.LETMEPULLYOURCOAT.COM This week, it's all about the ladies and it's WOMEN ONLY. It’s all China Doll — raw, real, and straight with no chaser. She’s breaking down what too many women know too well: the pain of loving a man who can’t handle your power. From toxic relationships to fake “alpha males,” insecure lo…

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Scaling the Slice: Deliveries & Growth Without Compromise from Andy's Pizza Founder Andy Brown 37:52

20d ago37:52

37:52

What happens when your business depends on third parties to deliver your product, but you still want every order to arrive hot, fresh, and worthy of your name? In this episode of Science of Service, we dive into the story of Andy Brown, founder of Andy’s Pizza—a neighborhood staple turned regional favorite known for high standards and a refreshingl…

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#8 | 3 Hidden Factors Sabotaging Your Board Meetings Before They Even Begin 7:22

21d ago7:22

7:22

Are your board meetings filled with sharp agendas but underwhelming outcomes? The real problem might not be what happens in the room—but what isn’t happening beforehand. This episode uncovers the invisible gaps in executive preparation that sabotage strategic thinking before your board meetings even begin. You'll learn how to create alignment, redu…

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Preview For "He Couldn’t Handle a Real Woman — So He Tried to Break Her" 1:30

25d ago1:30

1:30

Text For Some Good Game 🔥 In this episode, China Doll pulls the coat on: * Loving a man who hates your independence * Why insecure men chase powerful women * Friends who envy your growth but wear smiles * Co-parenting with a narcissist * What to do when you’ve outgrown your circle * Being loyal to a man who never deserved you Get ready for laughter…

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#7 | Could Conflict Avoidance Be The Root Cause Of Your Board Misalignment? 7:53

25d ago7:53

7:53

What if your boardroom’s harmony is actually hiding dangerous blind spots? Too many leadership teams mistake agreement for alignment—and it’s costing them their competitive edge. In this episode, we explore how the fear of productive conflict creates a façade of unity that erodes true strategic cohesion. You’ll learn the hidden costs of conflict av…

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Family Will F*k You Up If You Let 'Em 12:14

27d ago12:14

12:14

Text For Some Good Game License Code For 'Low Lit Blues' :FNRKQCFVJMPDTVOE This week on Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Unfiltered World of Master Silk, China Doll dives deep into the dark truth families don’t want exposed. Because sometimes, the most dangerous betrayal comes from the people sitting at your own table. We’re pulling coats on: Mothers who…

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#6 | Why Your Leadership Meetings Aren’t Driving Results—And What You Can Do Today to Change That 7:01

28d ago7:01

7:01

Is your boardroom secretly sabotaging your strategy? If your leadership meetings look polished but still fail to drive results, you’re not alone—and you’re likely missing three invisible yet destructive forces that derail boardroom effectiveness and genuine strategic alignment. In this episode, you’ll discover how to recognize and eliminate these h…

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Emma S Lyons Money Block Breakthrough Expert 13:44

1M ago13:44

13:44

Are you doing all the right things in your business... but still feeling stuck? You might be caught in a silent sabotage loop. 😵‍💫 In this powerful episode of 10 Minutes of Talk, hosted by award-winning entrepreneur and CEO of My Biz Consulting, Jamilah Lawry (aka Nina Capone), we sit down with Emma S. Lyons, renowned Money Block Breakthrough Exper…

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Preview for 'Family Will 'F' You Up, If You Let Them' 1:59

1M ago1:59

1:59

Text For Some Good Game LICENSE CODE FOR 'LOW LIT BLUES': KSU3MCDZNZBXW28K CORRECTION: I SAID "JUNE 9TH" BUT I MEANT JUNE 10TH This week on Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Unfiltered World of Master Silk, China Doll dives deep into the dark truth families don’t want exposed. Because sometimes, the most dangerous betrayal comes from the people sitting at…

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#5 | Is Selective Listening The Silent Killer Of Your Boardroom Meetings? How To Fix It As a CEO 6:25

1M ago6:25

6:25

Is selective listening quietly destroying your executive team's decision-making? Most leaders believe they're hearing everything in the boardroom—but invisible cognitive filters are hijacking strategic conversations. This episode exposes how selective listening cripples executive teams and what you can do about it—starting today. Discover how to sp…

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From 304s to CEOs: How Silk Made Bosses 12:55

1M ago12:55

12:55

Text For Some Good Game While Master Silk handles business overseas, China Doll steps up to host this week’s episode with a special guest: Rochelle — a longtime friend, former dancer and escort, and now a powerhouse entrepreneur. These two women owe their glow-up to Silk's guidance, and now they're giving the game back. From street smarts to boardr…

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#4 | Why Decision Fatigue Is Undermining Your Executive Leadership’s Strategic Thinking 6:44

1M ago6:44

6:44

Are your executives making critical choices with depleted brainpower? Decision fatigue is silently eroding the quality of thinking in your C-suite. And no, it’s not about intelligence—it's about timing, architecture, and recovery. If you’ve ever walked out of a late-day strategy meeting wondering why things felt “off,” this episode explains exactly…

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(PREVIEW) From 304s to CEOs: How Silk Made Bosses 2:01

1M ago2:01

2:01

Text For Some Good Game Podcast Trailer for June 3, 2025 Support the show DON'T FORGET TO FOLLOW MASTER SILK ON ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS. https://letmepullyourcoat.com https://www.youtube.com/@mastersilk7630 https://www.instagram.com/chi_towns_og_mastersilk/ https://www.tiktok.com/@silktaylor https://x.com/abc105060 https://bsky.app/profile/maste…

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Mastering the Media Game with Sarah Strackhouse 21:58

1M ago21:58

21:58

In this insightful episode of 10 Minutes of Talk, host Jamilah Lawry sits down with Sarah Strackhouse, CEO of Strackhouse Media, for a real conversation about the entrepreneurial journey behind the brand. Sarah opens up about the challenges of business ownership, the steep learning curve she’s navigated, and how she continues to grow every day whil…

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For the Love of Hospitality: Workplace Secrets That Actually Work with Mike Lindsey & Kimberly Love-Lindsey 33:39

1M ago33:39

33:39

In this episode of Science of Service, we meet Mike Lindsey & Kimberly Love-Lindsey - the husband-and-wife duo behind the fast-growing Lindsey Food Group. From finding love on the restaurant floor to launching their first concept during the height of the pandemic, their story is one of risk, resilience, and rewriting the rules of hospitality. They …

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#2 | 3 Top Causes of Boardroom Friction (And How to Eliminate Them Fast) 4:37

1M ago4:37

4:37

Why do board meetings keep dragging—and why are decisions still delayed despite expert advice and strategy decks? In this episode of Boardroom Breakthroughs, host Anagha Deshmukh uncovers the three overlooked causes of boardroom friction—and how to solve them not with org charts or consultants, but by addressing core personality traits. You’ll lear…

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#3 | 3 Signs You’re Missing Strategic Alignment With Your C-Suite & How To Fix It 6:26

1M ago6:26

6:26

Is your executive team really aligned—or just pretending to be during meetings? In this powerful episode of Boardroom Breakthroughs, Anagha Deshmukh reveals the three hidden warning signs that your C-Suite lacks true strategic alignment—and the simple frameworks that can transform siloed agendas into collective momentum. You’ll learn: How to use th…

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#1 | Welcome To Boardroom Breakthroughs 2:57

1M ago2:57

2:57

What if your C-Suite could operate as one unstoppable unit instead of a group of talented individuals working in silos? Most leadership development efforts focus on individuals. But what if the key to breakthrough results lies in how leaders interact—not just how they perform solo? In this premiere episode of Boardroom Breakthroughs, host Anagha De…

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Trauma Ain’t Strategy Unlearning the Hustle with Nina Capone & Janella D Dobbs 54:45

1M ago54:45

54:45

In this powerful episode of 10 Minutes of Talk | Let’s Talk Business, host Jamilah Lawry aka Nina Capone goes live for a no-fluff, straight-talk session on what it really takes to build, scale, and survive in business. But the energy takes a dynamic turn with the unexpected drop-in from Licensed Therapist and Author, Janella D. Dobbs, MS, LPC, NCC—…

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Pimps, Paper & Payback: China Doll Ain’t Holding Back: THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN ASKING FOR. 17:22

1M ago17:22

17:22

Text For Some Good Game License Code For Song: Low Lit Blues: NBOZNWQI6JYBOV9Y Pimps, Paper & Payback: China Doll Ain’t Holding Back: THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN ASKING FOR. This Week, the mic belongs to the woman who went from stilettos to stocks. From cashin’ out on corners to cashing checks off corporations—China Doll is telling it all. We’re pulling co…

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Anti 10 Minutes of Talk Interview with CEO | Founder Ethan Boivie 16:27

2M ago16:27

16:27

In this exclusive episode of 10 Minutes of Talk, host Jamilah Lawry—aka the unstoppable Nina Capone—sits down with Ethan Boivie, CEO and Founder of Anti Elixir, the world’s first drink designed to fight hangovers. That’s right—this isn’t just a supplement, pill, or gimmick. It’s a real beverage with real results. Ethan breaks down the science, the …

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(PREVIEW) Pimps, Paper & Payback: China Doll Ain’t Holding Back: THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN ASKING FOR. 1:54

2M ago1:54

1:54

Text For Some Good Game This is a PREVIEW for Pimps, Paper & Payback: China Doll Ain’t Holding Back: THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN ASKING FOR. It drops Tuesday, May 27th. On that day, the mic belongs to the woman who went from stilettos to stocks. From cashin’ out on corners to cashing checks off corporations—China Doll is telling it all. We’re pulling coats…

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She Hustled Healed & Cashed Out — The China Doll Come Up 17:09

2M ago17:09

17:09

Text For Some Good Game This week’s special episode brings double the wisdom. Master Silk is joined by former street hustler turned investor, Vanessa AKA China Doll, to break down real business questions from around the globe. Together they tackle: * Jealous family members and fake loyalty * Building while dating * Real estate hustle from the sneak…

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BusinessPowerTools.com - CEO Burke Franklin 39:30

2M ago39:30

39:30

🔴 LIVE INTERVIEW! Dive into 10 Minutes of Talk with Jamilah Lawry, CEO of My Biz Consulting, as she sits down with the powerhouse behind BusinessPowerTools.com Burke Franklin. 💼✨ In this fast-paced conversation, we unpack tools, tactics, and real talk about what it really takes to build smarter, more efficient businesses in today’s world. Whether y…

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Real Hustle. No Hype. The Business Game They Don’t Teach You 20:01

2M ago20:01

20:01

Text For Some Good Game This week on Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Unfiltered World of Master Silk, we’re going all-in on business. From starting with nothing to building brands, dodging broke partners, scaling smart, and keeping your mental game sharp through it all. From flipping bad decisions into good investments to understanding when to walk away…

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S6 Ep69: Mother's Day Healing Through Cultura: A Conversation with Instituto Familiar de la Raza Dr. Angela Castillo-Gallegos and Program Director Carlos Izaguirre 1:02:44

2M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

The wisdom and the work continues in this powerful episode of Latinas from the Block to the Boardroom, host Theresa E. Gonzales speaks with Dr. Angela Gallegos Castillo and Program Director Carlos Izaguirre from Instituto Familiar de la Raza (IFRSF). Together, they discuss the deep roots of community-based healing, cultural preservation, and collec…

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Love for Words CEO CaTyra Polland on 10 Minutes of Talk 15:50

2M ago15:50

15:50

🎙️ New Episode Alert: 10 Minutes of Talk Podcast Featuring CaTyra Polland – CEO of Love For Words & Founder of National Black Authors Day! Get ready for an electrifying episode as Jamilah Lawry sits down with powerhouse publisher, editor, and literary advocate CaTyra Polland! She's not only the visionary behind Love For Words—an editing boutique fo…

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The Bottom Line of Better Bookkeeping: Restaurant accounting solutions from FIXE CEO Ryan Handel 37:29

2M ago37:29

37:29

In this episode of Science of Service, we’re joined by Ryan Handel - restaurant operator turned co-founder and CEO of FIXE, a bookkeeping solution designed by hospitality folks, for hospitality folks. Ryan’s journey started on the floor of a busy restaurant and led to building a platform that now supports thousands of businesses in getting their fi…

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Loyalty Is Rare — Flexin' Is Cheap — Karma Is Expensive 20:46

2M ago20:46

20:46

Text For Some Good Game This week, Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Unfiltered World of Master Silk goes global and deeper than ever. We’re talkin’: Fake loyalty from people who only show up when you shine Flash over substance: the broke folks wearing $2,000 worth of rented lies Confused relationships, entitlement, and toxic attachments The real conseque…

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Pimps, Partners, and Pretenders: Lessons from Both Sides 25:00

2M ago25:00

25:00

Text For Some Good Game Pimps, Partners, and Pretenders: Lessons from Both Sides From the corners of Kingston to the clubs of Miami, this episode dives deep into the duality of street life and success. Master Silk tackles: Dating someone who used to sell their body How to confront a cheating business partner Kids throwing away second chances Gettin…

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From Street Hustle to CEO Muscle: Master Silk Breaks It Down 14:52

3M ago14:52

14:52

Text For Some Good Game From the gritty corners of the hustle to polished office suites, Master Silk’s seen it all and lived to talk about it — unfiltered, unapologetic, and real as hell. In this week’s deep dive, Silk peels back the velvet curtain on what it really takes to go from street game to CEO. In this weeks episode, questions come in from …

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When to Build vs When to Buy: Henry Borgeson on Leveraging Tech at Roots Natural Kitchen 34:06

3M ago34:06

34:06

In this episode of Science of Service, we’re heading back to school (kind of). We sit down with Henry Borgeson, CEO of Roots Natural Kitchen, to hear how a fast-casual brand born in a college town turned custom bowl complexities into a bold, tech-powered expansion strategy. Henry shares his journey from customer to CEO (yes, really) and talks us th…

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From Love Drama to Street Hustles Master Silk’s Raw Truths 19:44

3M ago19:44

19:44

Text For Some Good Game In this episode of Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Unfiltered World of Master Silk, we're diving deep into life's toughest questions. From Tokyo to Texas, Cape Town to Cleveland we're pulling coats on everything, From love and loyalty to business and self-growth, Master Silk pulls no punches, offering raw, real-life advice that's…

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Global Game & Hard Truths Money, Love, and Loyalty 16:01

3M ago16:01

16:01

Text For Some Good Game This week, we’re taking Let Me Pull Your Coat, GLOBAL ! We got questions coming in from Belgium, France, Canada, South Africa, The UK, Australia and of course, right here in the States. From shady breakups to bad business deals, from cheating partners to money mishaps—you already know I’m pulling coats and telling it like it…

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Blenders to Boardrooms: How South Block Took the Leap into Private Equity 35:20

3M ago35:20

35:20

Ever wonder what it really takes to grow your hospitality business with private equity—without losing the mission, magic, or sense of community? In this episode of Science of Service, host Rachel Stainton Markus sits down with Amir Mostafavi, founder and CEO of South Block—a fast-growing fast-casual brand with purpose at its core. Amir shares how h…

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Beyond the Exit: What Alignment Looks Like in Love, Leadership, and Legacy 13:55

3M ago13:55

13:55

In this riveting finale of the Balance Boldly Podcast's Alignment Exit Strategy series, Naketa Ren Thigpen guides listeners through a transformational journey of relationship realignment, unlocking paths to personal and professional growth. Discover how shedding unproductive connections creates space for vibrant, supportive relationships that ampli…

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Hustlers, Haters & Hard Truths—The Game Ain’t Free 12:17

3M ago12:17

12:17

Text For Some Good Game Welcome to Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Unfiltered World of Master Silk, where we talk real life, real money, and real consequences. Today, I’m pulling coats on everything from: Starting a business Investing like a boss Handling disrespectful kids who don’t respect their parents I’m even dropping some legal game Military Life …

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How to hire the right Employees to Grow Yout Business and Increase profits | 10 Minutes of Talk with Nina Capone 22:28

3M ago22:28

22:28

In Season 4, Episode 4 of 10 Minutes of Talk, host Nina Capone breaks down the key strategies for hiring the right employees to fuel business growth and profitability. In this solo episode, she covers essential steps entrepreneurs and business owners must take to build a team that not only supports operations but actively contributes to revenue. To…

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Why Misaligned Relationships Block Your Next Level 18:05

3M ago18:05

18:05

Continuing the Alignment Exit Series, host Naketa Ren Thigpen explores the impact of loyalty, fear, and obligation on personal growth. This Balance Boldly Podcast episode delves into how attachment styles and non-serving relationships hinder progress. Highlighting the hidden costs of clinging to outdated connections, Naketa emphasizes the value of …

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