Thriving Changes

Beyond Survival: Learning to Lead with Ericka Kelly

What happens after survival? In this episode of Thriving Changes, Reena Suri sits down with veteran advocate, executive coach, and former Air Force Reserve Command leader Ericka Kelly for a powerful conversation about leadership, healing, identity, and purpose. From navigating leadership in high-pressure environments to rebuilding purpose after military service, Ericka shares honest insights about resilience, self-worth, personal growth, and the lessons that transformed the way she leads others and herself. To learn more about Ericka's work, visit her website. [https://erickakellyenterprises.com/]

Refusing to Stay Broken with Ericka Kelly

Moving beyond a painful past isn’t just about time, it’s about the choices you make and the direction you take.In this episode of Thriving Changes, Ericka Kelly shares a journey shaped by adversity, resilience, and intentional change. With decades of experience across the military and law enforcement, she offers a perspective on trauma, identity, and personal growth that goes beyond theory and into lived experience.If you’re navigating your own challenges or rethinking your path, this episode offers a grounded look at what it really takes to break patterns, make different choices, and emerge with a renewed sense of self.To learn more about Ericka and her work, visit her website. [https://erickakellyenterprises.com/]

Why Change Fails and What Leaders Often Miss with Salima Hemani

What does it really take to lead change… when the strategy looks clear but the people aren’t aligned? In this episode of Thriving Changes, President & Founder of SZH Consulting, Salima Hemani shares powerful insights on leading transformation in complex, real-world environments. From navigating resistance to understanding why strategy alone isn’t enough, this conversation challenges how leaders approach change, culture, and alignment. If you're a leader, executive, or part of an organization going through transformation, this episode will make you rethink what it means to create sustainable change. To learn more about Salima's work, visit her website. [https://www.szhconsulting.com/]

How Passion, Identity, and Direction Unfold with Steven Fischer

What if the things you loved as a child were pointing you toward something bigger? In this episode of Thriving Changes, two-time Emmy® nominated writer/producer/director Steven Fischer shares a deeply reflective conversation on creativity, identity, and the unseen forces that shape the direction of our lives. From early passions to the tension between authenticity and societal expectations, this episode invites you to question what it really means to stay true to yourself. If you’ve ever felt pulled in different directions or wondered whether you’re on the “right” path, this conversation will challenge how you see your journey. To learn more about Steven and his work, visit his website. [http://stevenfischer.net/]

When It’s Time to Start Again: Leadership, Loss, and Career Transitions with Ian Ziskin

Is staying in one career lane the only path to success? In this episode of Thriving Changes, leadership advisor Ian Ziskin reflects on the decisions, transitions, and unexpected pivots that shaped his professional journey. His client base and corporate work span more than 25 industries and includes Fortune 1000, entrepreneurial, publicly traded, and privately held businesses, Ian brings a thoughtful perspective on growth, leadership and a successful career. If you’ve ever wondered how leaders navigate career transitions, grow through difficult experiences, and find meaning in life’s turning points, this conversation offers thoughtful perspective and practical wisdom. To learn more about Ian's Work, follow him on his socials. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianziskin/]