The Type A+ Podcast

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and How to Turn Belief into Action with Brandyn Campbell, DEI Expert

Episode Description: This week, DEI Expert, speaker, educator, consultant, and entrepreneur Brandyn Campbell [https://www.brandyncampbell.com] joins Beth for a critical conversation about her decades-long journey in this industry, her personal experiences, and her tips for beginning, continuing, and sustaining your support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in your homes, communities and workplaces. For Type A people, anti-racism work can feel especially daunting. As perfectionists, we can be even more scared to make a ‘mistake.’ Inherently, Type A people tend to be a little leery of the learning process, especially when ‘success’ cannot be achieved on a scale. As a result, many of us hide behind the idea of perfectionism as a reason to be fearful of trying, learning, and truly turning our beliefs into action. We can’t, however, continue to let that fear or discomfort take over—especially if we wish for a more equitable world. (Beth here): As a Type A perfectionist and maker of many mistakes, I am honored to invite Brandyn Campbell onto the podcast today! This conversation was born of my personal experience in learning anti-racist practices and unlearning many of the concepts that were taught to me thus far. Brandyn’s Bio: Brandyn Campbell is a speaker and consultant who helps leaders and organizations build their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through her DEI consulting firm, Brandyn Campbell Communications. She draws from over 20 years of experience working with clients worldwide to provide actionable solutions that center equity and inclusion throughout their systems and cultures. As a speaker and educator, Brandyn speaks passionately about the work of honoring our collective humanity. Organizations that have benefited from Brandyn’s dedication and expertise include the National Football League, Philadelphia Eagles, B. Corp, and Fortune 500 Companies like Dell.

There is Always a Solution with Kristine Fisher, Procurement and Contracting expert

There are times in life where we all feel stuck. Whether we’re solving a problem at work, coming to the aid of a family member in crisis, or taking on a brand new challenge in our business, there are times when it seems like a fix for the issue at hand is so far away. This week’s guest, Kristine Fisher, takes us through her vast and impressive career, balancing time in both the Private and Public Sectors with her roles as a mom, wife, daughter, adventurer, artist, and community supporter. She shares her advice on finding a support system in every season of your life, and why it’s important to have both mentors and coaches in your network. Kristine’s Bio: Kristine M. Fisher is the Senior Client Solutions Manager at Nava - a Public Benefit Corporation, working to make government services simple, effective, and accessible to all. Kristine has expertise that spans nationally across Federal, State & Local Government, Higher Education, Academic Medical, Health Care, Non-Profits, and Municipalities. Her functional areas of expertise are centered around procurement processes, procedures and compliance, as well as strategic alignment between business and partners. Over the course of 25 years, she has curated deep relationships between government and businesses, bridging gaps and creating success stories. Kristine is a sought-after public speaker and has spoken at numerous conferences and events, including Women in Cloud New York Curtain Raiser and the Annual Ideagen Empowering Women and Girls summit at the United Nations. Kristine lives in Northern California at the base of Mount Shasta and, in her free time, enjoys volunteering in her community and outdoor mountain activities such as snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and hiking.

How to Create Educational Tools People Will Actually Use, for Big Impact & Big Income with Parchelle Tashi

How do you know if your audience is actually learning? Did you know that less than 7% of online courses purchased are completed, and that a successful coach can expect 30% of their students to actually implement the teachings? In this episode of The Type A+ Podcast, host Beth Lawrence learns from Parchelle Tashi, Founder & Executive Producer at The Author’s Leverage, about how to utilize existing content to create exciting, dynamic courses that—and here’s the catch—actually lead to learning and integration into daily life. Parchelle shares the way her background in education and passion for video production merged to create a brand-new path for her and her team at The Author’s Leverage. Whether you're an author, a coach, a creative entrepreneur, or a professional contemplating your next move, Parchelle’s insights will inspire and empower you to turn your thought leadership into dynamic game-changing content for you and your audience. Tune in to learn Parchelle’s top tips for creating content that not only converts - but is a catalyst for your audience to actually do the thing you’re teaching. Parchelle’s Bio: “I'm Parchelle Tashi, and I call the vibrant city of Las Vegas home. I've been on a wild ride in the education, video media and entrepreneurial world for nearly 2 decades, starting with a fun career as a high school math teacher in Virginia. After 8 years, I quit the profession to start my own business in videography with a mission to somehow teach on my own terms and create learning experiences that really stick. I started out as solo videographer and grew to the role of executive producer in my business, behind the scenes of producing hundreds of videos for various businesses, companies, agencies, conferences and organizations both nationally and internationally; even won an award for it 😎 Thanks to the down time of the pandemic, I was inspired to follow my heart’s pull to amplify the voices of authors, experts, and thought leaders who want to make an impact with their wisdom. Today, in a nutshell, that’s what I get to do: I produce the best teachers in the world, amplifying their message in the world for big impact and big income.”

How to Become a Powerful Public Speaker with Kerry Barrett

In this dynamic episode of The Type A+ Podcast, host Beth Lawrence sits down with Kerry Barrett, an Emmy award-winning Broadcast Journalist and Public Speaking coach, to delve into the art (and science) of public speaking. Kerry shares her secrets to conquering stage fright, navigating career transitions fearlessly, and leveraging your unique journey to navigate through the change. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a working mother, or a seasoned professional contemplating a pivot, Kerry's insights will inspire and empower you to embrace the spotlight with confidence and finesse. Tune in to discover how to captivate any audience and unleash your inner orator!

Mastering the Art of Sales: Tips and Tools with Nick Outlaw

In this captivating episode, Nick Outlaw, Area Event Sales Manager for Richard Sandoval Hospitality, shares his expertise in sales and event management, offering valuable advice for aspiring professional. Tune in to gain insights into maintaining a successful sales career while balancing personal passions and mentorship endeavors. Nick also shares his tips for thriving in an environment with non-traditional income streams, like commission or tips. Key Themes and Topics: Nick's journey in the hospitality industry, from server to Area Event Sales Manager. The importance of mentorship and developing future sales managers. Strategies for maintaining a work-life balance in sales. Nick's venture into fashion and his vision for men's intimate wear. The significance of over-communicating and teamwork in sales and event management. Nick’s Bio: With over 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Nick Outlaw is an accomplished Area Sales Manager for the PA and NY region for Richard Sandoval Hospitality. Nick oversees large event booking for Aqimero, located in the Ritz Carlton Philadelphia, where his office is based. Tan, in Midtown NYC and Maya, in the Upper East Side round out the properties in his region. Curating events that will be memorable for a lifetime is his passion and the best part of his day to day. Nick is passionate about mentoring aspiring sales professionals and is also a budding fashion entrepreneur, with a vision for revolutionizing men's intimate wear.