S2 Episode 8: The Ripple Effect: Kelli Park on Building Confidence, Connection and Young Leaders

S2 Episode 8: The Ripple Effect: Kelli Park on Building Confidence, Connection and Young Leaders

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Barn to Boardroom, Cory and Camille sit down with educator and FCCLA adviser and high school teacher Kelli Park to talk about the life-changing influence a great teacher can have on students, families and an entire community. Kelli shares how she creates a classroom where every student feels seen, known and valued—and how FCCLA helps young people develop confidence, leadership skills and the courage to step outside themselves and serve others. From teaching practical life skills to helping shy students become confident public speakers, Kelli shows how consistent encouragement, meaningful connection and simple acts of kindness can create a ripple effect that reaches far beyond the classroom. It’s a heartfelt and humorous conversation about small-town schools, unsung heroes and the teachers who help young people stand a little taller and recognize their own potential.

S2 Episode 7: Conflict Styles: Learning When to Fight, Pause, Mediate, or Walk Away

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Barn to Boardroom, Cory and Camille take a humorous but thoughtful look at conflict and how people naturally respond under pressure. Using Amanda Ripley’s The Conflict Playbook as a jumping-off point, they unpack four conflict styles: the avoider, the mediator, the fighter, and the conflict entrepreneur. Through personal stories, marriage banter, workplace examples, and even a city bus conflict lesson, they explore how recognizing your default response can help you de-escalate tension, listen better, and choose the right approach for the moment.

S2 Episode 6: Relentless Positivity: From College Athletics to Capital Markets with Josh Rebholz

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] Cory and Camille welcome Josh Rebholz, former UCLA athletics executive and current real estate capital markets leader, for a high-energy conversation about leadership, reinvention, and choosing positivity when life and work get hard. Josh shares lessons from more than two decades in college athletics, his transition into real estate, and why attitude, effort, relationships, and relentless follow-through still matter in every arena—from the barn to the boardroom.

S2 Episode 5: The Monkey, The Moment, and the Mindset That Changes Outcomes

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] What do a cruise, a rodeo cowboy, and a monkey have in common?  More than you’d think. In this episode, Cory and Camille of True Grit Edge share one of the most unforgettable moments from their trip—yes, it involves a monkey—and how it perfectly illustrates a principle that can change the way you handle everything in life: E + R = O (Event + Response = Outcome). You can’t control what happens to you.  But you always control how you respond. Through humor, real-life stories, and honest conversation, Cory and Camille break down: *  Why your first reaction isn’t always your best one  *  How to pause and “run your R” instead of reacting  *  The importance of knowing your non-negotiables  *  Why being kind matters more than just being “nice”  *  How your response shapes not just outcomes—but who you become  At True Grit Edge, this concept is at the core of how you lead, live, and show up under pressure. Because whether it’s a tough conversation, a stressful moment, or something completely unexpected…  the outcome is still yours to influence. 🎧 Real, relatable, and packed with perspective you can use immediately—this is one you won’t forget.

S2 E4: What a Cranky Cow Taught Us About Reframing with Leadership and Reframing Expert David Woods

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Barn to Boardroom, Cory and Camille of True Grit Edge sit down with David Woods, founder and chairman of Magellan Executive Partners, to unpack one of the most powerful mindset shifts in leadership: reframing. From being voted the shyest kid in school to becoming a trusted advisor to executives and leaders, David shares how changing the story he told himself transformed his confidence, leadership, and impact. Together, Cory, Camille, and David explore: *  Why 90% of your happiness is shaped by your interpretation—not your circumstances *  How to shift from “I have to” → “I get to” *  The power of listening—and knowing when to pause instead of react  *  How creativity occurs on the backside of “no” *  And how reframing can reduce stress, build stronger teams, and transform your perspective  Because the difference between frustration and growth…  is often just how you choose to see it. 🎧 Insightful, practical, and packed with real leadership wisdom—this episode will challenge the way you think.