Purpose

In today's episode, I had a great conversation with Barry Johnson-Smith, the founder of BJS Consulting, a DEI-focused consultancy dedicated to helping businesses and organizations achieve their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. He launched BJS Consulting after recognizing that many organizations genuinely want to cultivate diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments, but often struggle with effective implementation. Additionally, organizations are sometimes hesitant to fully invest in DEI efforts due to fears of making mistakes.   Barry's mission is to guide organizations in identifying and overcoming the obstacles that hinder their DEI progress, helping them gain confidence in knowing how to address these challenges. By the end of his engagements, Barry aims to shift organizations' approach to DEI work from one rooted in fear and guilt to one driven by joy and hope. BJS Consulting offers a variety of services, including DEI trainings, strategy assessments, and content creation, such as blogs and articles.   To learn more about Barry Johnson-Smith:   LinkedIn: Barry Johnson-Smith [https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryjohnsonsmith/]   Website: Barry Johnson-Smith [https://bjsdeiconsulting.com/]   Email: Barry Johnson-Smith [ barry@bjsdeiconsulting.com]   Follow us on YouTube for the full episode: https://bit.ly/30g3EyR [https://bit.ly/30g3EyR]   You can also find the podcast on most popular podcast platforms.

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Nicole Codling, a mother and insurance agent focused on helping people protect their family from catastrophic health events. During our call, I had the opportunity to learn about Nicole’s journey as a single mom working as a teacher to transitioning into construction sales and health insurance. What I appreciate about our time together is learning about the mantras that have kept Nicole going through tough times.  To learn more about Nicole Codling:   LinkedIn: Nicole Codling [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-codling-9052643a/]   Instagram: Nicole Codling [https://www.instagram.com/codlingconsultations/]   Facebook: Nicole Codling [https://www.facebook.com/nicolealexandracook]   Website: Nicole Codling [https://nicolecodling.com/]   Email: Nicole Codling [ nicole@nicolecodling.com]   Follow us on YouTube for the full episode: https://bit.ly/30g3EyR [https://bit.ly/30g3EyR]   You can also find the podcast on most popular podcast platforms.

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to have a discussion with Imran Haider about The Purpose Guide, a resource developed to help individuals clarify their purpose. During the call, Imran and I share stories about our life experiences, while also diving deeper into each of the questions that underpin The Purpose Guide. What I appreciate about our time together is getting an opportunity to share a resource that helps others, a mission and purpose that I have found is extremely important to each of us.   Download the workbook to start your journey in pursuing your purpose:   The Purpose Guide: https://keithsconiers.com/the-purpose-guide-workbook/ [https://keithsconiers.com/the-purpose-guide-workbook/]   Follow us on YouTube for the full episode: https://bit.ly/30g3EyR [https://bit.ly/30g3EyR]   You can also find the podcast on most popular podcast platforms.

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Gina Guillaume. Born to Haitian parents and raised in the Bahamas, Dr. Gina Guillaume’s journey to medicine is one of perseverance, faith, and a deep commitment to serving others. As a first-generation college graduate, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Barry University in Miami, Florida, and later completed her Master of Health Science at Drexel University in Philadelphia. She then pursued her medical degree at the prestigious Howard University College of Medicine, a place that solidified her passion for addressing health disparities and uplifting marginalized communities. Today, Dr. Guillaume fosters work-life balance while continuing her mission in Family Medicine roles at local clinics across Oregon. She also dedicates her time to inspiring future generations by speaking to high school and college students about her journey to medicine, encouraging the enrollment of more Black doctors. What I appreciate about our time together is Dr. Gina Guillaume’s courage, transparency, and generosity in sharing her story, pain, and purpose.   To learn more about Dr. Gina Guillaume:   LinkedIn: Dr. Gina Guillaume [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-guillaume-62305a2a3/]   Instagram: Dr. Gina Guillaume [https://www.instagram.com/gina_g_holy/]   Facebook: Dr. Gina Guillaume [https://www.facebook.com/callmeDr.Gi]   Website: Dr. Gina Guillaume [https://www.ginaguillaume.com/]   Follow us on YouTube for the full episode: https://bit.ly/30g3EyR [https://bit.ly/30g3EyR]   You can also find the podcast on most popular podcast platforms.

In today’s episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Van Battle. Leadership, growth, and impact are the pillars of Van’s mission. Shaped by personal experiences, Van has developed a unique perspective on building strong, resilient teams that thrive. With a passion for helping organizations turn customer feedback into actionable insights, Van is dedicated to fostering success through connection and strategy. What I appreciate about our time together is hearing Van’s origin story, the wisdom he shares about leading and developing others, and how his passion for baseball has shaped his philosophy on life. To learn more about Van Battle:   LinkedIn: Van Battle [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vancbattlejr/]   Email: Van Battle [ vanbattle32@gmail.com]   Follow us on YouTube for the full episode: https://bit.ly/30g3EyR [https://bit.ly/30g3EyR]   You can also find the podcast on most popular podcast platforms.