October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and I had the pleasure of speaking with Georgé A. Cole, survivor and founder of Act Now Services, a nonprofit that helps to renew, restore, and rebuild the lives of those in need.

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Dismissive attitudes may have helped us survive in the past, but now it's time to THRIVE.We have to be able to unlearn old behaviors and learn new ones as we attain more wisdom. #BaxtersBuzz #MentalHealth#TradingPlaces#EddieMurphyNew Book, "You Get What You Give: Cultivating Your Ideal Network" is available now at baxterehall.com

Nakisha Hicks is an HR Leader, Executive Coach, and Founder of The Elevate Her. As we celebrate Women's History Month, we discuss the contributions of Dr. Cindy Trimm.We talk about experiencing trauma without processing it and its impact on your present and future. We talk about Dr. Trimm's book "Commanding Your Morning," which helped to change Kisha's life and give her the inspiration to create her "Morning Mindset" series."If you don't like what's around you, think about what you said." What are you being intentional about telling yourself?#BaxtersBuzz #WomensHistoryMonth #CindyTrimmAngelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Dr. Neferiatiti (Holt) Lewis and I finally get a chance to talk music! During #BlackHistoryMonth 2025, we talk about Prince, Nina Simone, and Michael Jackson and their contributions to Black culture and music in general. We also talk about the mentors in all walks of life who are sharing their knowledge with others. Such a fun episode! Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Valda Evans is a wife, mother, and the Director of Premium Audit for AF Group. On this #BlackHistoryMonth episode, we talk about the late, great, Maya Angelou. As we discuss her first book, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," it leads us to a fascinating discussion about inclusion and ways leaders can ensure employees feel a sense of belonging. When diversity of thought is encouraged, organizations are building confidence in its future leaders. Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz #MayaAngelouAngelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Mivida Burrus is an expert Fund Developer, Lead Advisor with Mondo Unlimited, and Sr. Director at Avalon Healing Center. During our conversation we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth by acknowledging numerous contributors to the history of our wonderful country. Mivida emphasizes not only the importance of African American contributions, but our responsibility to tell our own story. Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz#BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Latreece Taylor is a Human Resources Practioner, Wife, and Mother. On this #BlackHistoryMonth podcast, we discuss the life of Elizabeth "Bessie" Coleman. She was the first African-American woman and first Native American to hold a pilot license, and is the earliest known Black person to earn an international pilot's license. Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Lorrena Black is a 25-year Army veteran and Founder of She Served LLC, where she focuses on leadership development and training inviduals to advance in their careers.On this episode we discuss overcoming fears and the importance of the company that you keep. #BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Lorrena Black is a 25-year Army veteran and Founder of She Served LLC, where she focuses on leadership development and training inviduals to advance in their careers.Lorrena is also a huge propoent of networking like myself and in this episode we discuss the idea of Adam Grant's book, "Give and Take." We talk about "givers, takers, and matchers" and share some of our own experiences in building connections.#BaxtersBuzz #Networking #AdamGrant Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Kristy "Kristy Love" Stanford is a Mindset Coach and Founder of Thoughts Become Things, a non-profit helping to provide mindset coaching to limited income communities. If you can think it in your mind, you can hold it in your hand. During this podcast we discuss aligning to your purpose, having a project fail, and how to regroup and bounce back. Kristy believes we're all meant to live a life of abundance, regardless of our past. The proper mindset is the key!

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Chris Allen is the lead attorney and founder of AMS Global Immigration where they assist companies and individuals with all aspects of the U.S. immigration. We talk about the unique and underrated world of immigration law, some differences between large and small law firms, and Chris' involvement in the HR community.  #BaxtersBuzz #ImmigrationLaw #HR Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Dr. Darla Bishop is an Insurance Executive, Professor, and the author of "How to Afford Everything," the perfect guide to help you navigate your budget with ease. Darla shares stories of her upbringing and the college experience that was the catalyst for improving her relationship with money. Darla had read close to 100 books on how to improve your finances when she realized that it was time for her to write her own! We talk about exposure, ambition, and how changing your mindset slightly can take you to incredible heights! Buy Dr. Bishop's book today: https://darlabishop.com/the-book/ #BaxtersBuzz #FinancialFreedom #FinancialLiteracyMonth

Feedback is important, but don't let others kill your dream! On another note, I'd estimate that we kill our own dreams 96% of the time. Do NOT be the killer of your own dreams. The world is hard enough without your negative thoughts and self doubt. Dream big, devise a plan, and go after it! Value your network as well as YOURSELF. #BaxtersBuzz #Dreams #Goals #Network Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" is available: ⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Jennifer Sutherland is a Training and Development Executive, an Adjunct Professor, and all around amazing human being. As we close out #WomensHistoryMonth Jennifer wanted to highlight the legend, Dolly Parton. Some people's impact can feel underrated because it is everywhere! We buzz about Dolly, Jennifer's teaching career, and about our history together as colleagues. Enjoy! #WomensHistoryMonth #BaxtersBuzz #DollyParton #Mentorship Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" is available: ⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Crystal Gunn is a Financial Strategist, Small Business Advisor, and Community Activist. And that's only half of the story. During this conversation we talk about her personal journey and storms that led her to work with women to repair their finances. Crystal explains how we all have a financial relationship that isn't defined by us. Much of her approach begins with financial therapy to help people find the root of their problem and form better habits. Crystal is contributing to #WomensHistoryMonth every single day. #BaxtersBuzz #SmallBusiness #FinancialFreedom #Community #Faith Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" is available: ⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Nakisha Hicks is the dynamic Founder of The ElevateHer, where she helps to elevate and transform organizations and individuals. We talk about women checking all of the boxes, but lacking the access many times to ascend in their careers. We discuss the power of who you know, how to build a business case to quantify your value to your employer, and having your "mirror moments" when you take an honest, objective look at your strengths and weaknesses. Nakisha also provides some keys to building unshakeable confidence. Such a wonderful conversation as we celebrate Women's History Month! #BaxtersBuzz #ElevateHer #Coaching #HR #Faith Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" is available: ⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Lorrena Black is a 25 year Army veteran and the Vice President of Learning and Development at Inforum, a non-profit organization focused on accelerating the careers of women. We talk about the organization's mission, some of its programming, including Inforum's 62nd Annual Luncheon on June 20th. We also take time to celebrate a particular woman who made Lorrena who she is today: Her mom. Wonderful things happening as we celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth #BaxtersBuzz #Careers Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" is available: ⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Brad Voorhees is the Owner and Founder of Scale TX, where he specializes in employee value propositions, talent experience strategies, and HR leadership. Brad "The Bundler" and I discuss his choice to leave corporate America, creating HR departments, and how being an entrepreneur includes sales in addition to his consulting work! #BaxtersBuzz 

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Dr. Neferiatiti (Holt) Lewis is a frequent collaborator of mine and we were able to spend time during #BlackHistoryMonth to reflect on Maya Angelou as well as Neffie's wonderful mother. Our intent was to discuss Dr. Angelou's story and contributions, but we ended with Dr. Lewis paying respect to her mother who recently passed.
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Erika is the Founder of The Erika Monae Group, where she works as a Executive Coach and Social Capital Strategist. In this episode, we talk about something that is near and dear to both of us: Networking. We talk about strategy, knowing the value you bring to the table, and taking genuine interest in the people you are talking to. There's no "one size fits all" approach to networking and you're probably doing more of it than you think. But probably not as well as you could be..

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