Ron McMillon is a gospel smooth jazz saxophonist and recording artist. Charting on the Top 30 Billboard in the music industry, his music is played on the Music Choice TV Channel and on radio worldwide, including Sirius XM Radio where he is known as Mr. Jazz Watercolors. He has also had the privilege to play alongside very high profile artists in the Gospel/Smooth Jazz genre.

A Colorado native who studied music at the collegiate level, Ron’s sincere passion for music ministry and his love for God are the foundation for ALL of his successes in the music industry. Listen today to hear five of his songs and to apply his words of wisdom from God about the role of patience, diligence, and hard work as you “Press Toward the Mark” of God’s high calling.

Purchase CDs and book Ron for music ministry events at RonMcMillon.com

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Fathers affect how their sons and daughters show up at work and also how they relate to their own children. Giji Mischel Dennard, the CEO of Well Fed Resources articulates a definition of the Father’s role that builds on the strengths and gifts men already use in their corporate jobs. She expands the definition of “Provider” to include more than financial provision.

Giji debuted as a voice in the fatherlessness movement in 2012 after publishing the first edition of “Hungry for Wholeness: A Call to Pursue Healing & Restoration in Your Father-Child Relationship.”  She was also the opening keynote speaker for the inaugural Father-Shift Conference.

In today’s episode she shares her insights into Father-Child relationships from personal experience, her research, and her consulting work with sons and daughters. She invites fathers to conduct a “Benefit Analysis” and to experience the ROI from stepping up to Biblical Fatherhood. Giji speaks with Dr. Karen about the role of fathers in identity development, unconditional acceptance, achievement, honor, and mentoring their children.

Contact Giji Dennard at www.wellfedresources.com

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Howard Behar, Founding International President and former Board member of Starbucks says the Starbucks “secret sauce” of success is people first at every level of the organization. Howard adds, “You grow the people, they grow the organization, and the organization grows the business.” Howard’s leadership took Starbucks from 28 stores to more than 15,000 on five continents.

His career accomplishments span 50 years in consumer-oriented businesses, to include 21 years serving at Starbucks. Today in his conversation with Dr. Karen, Howard reveals the importance of shared values, diverse abilities, and the Monday night dinners of H2O, the top three leaders. He also gives powerful examples of how backing the innovative ideas of team members paid off with meteoric success.

Get Howard Behar’s books “It’s Not About the Coffee” and “The Magic Cup”

Contact Howard Behar at hb@howardbehar.com; 206-972-7776

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Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.

Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech companies, including Google and Meta. A proven leader and entrepreneur, she now advises and coaches executives and founders on how to improve their leadership.

Loree is the author of a new book, “Soar Into Joy: A Combat Pilot’s Wisdom on Living a Fulfilling Life” and star of the sold out and award winning one woman Off Broadway show “I Feel the Need.” Listen today as Loree speaks with Dr. Karen about how to soar joyfully into new professional and personal pursuits.

Reach Loree at loreedraude.com

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Dennis Welch is the author of 500 songs, many of which listeners hear on the radio. He recently released his latest album, “What Love Makes Us Do.” Nashville veteran producer, record company owner, and manager Tony Mantor recorded Dennis’ song, “Why Not Me?” and named his 2020 album after the song.

Mantor’s “Why Not Me?” was on the Top 10 List for 15 weeks. Dennis is now finishing a children’s book, “Why Not Me?” with his granddaughter who is the illustrator. On today’s show, Dennis sings and Dr. Karen speaks with Dennis about his life as a songwriter and how he prayed to God and got unexpected results.

Tune in to this inspiring episode with Dennis Welch.

Reach Dennis at denniswelchmusic.com; www.bearticulate.com

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What do you do when you, the CEO, are the one who is depressed? What are the dangers of admitting you are depressed? How do you get help? Dr. Clarence Shuler, President and CEO of Building Lasting Relationships is also an award winning speaker and the author of 10 books. Today he shares his personal journey with depression. In this transparent and vulnerable conversation, Dr. Shuler talks about his struggles with self-worth and validation and how God met and healed him in the dark place.

His latest book written with his counselor and co-author, Dr. Monique S. Gadson, is “Finding Hope in a Dark Place: Facing Loneliness, Depression, and Anxiety with the Power of Grace.” Join Dr. Karen as she and Dr. Shuler explore the depths of depression and how to get out.

Contact Dr. Shuler at ClarenceShuler.com

Get his latest book, “Finding Hope in a Dark Place: Facing Loneliness, Depression, and Anxiety with the Power of Grace.”

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For the last few years, we have lived through the COVID-19 pandemic with illnesses and deaths; social isolation due to virtual work, school, and spiritual services; racial unrest; mass shootings; lethal weather events; and now growing inflation.

Today, Dr. Karen speaks with her colleagues, psychologists, Dr. Tonya Armstrong, Dr. Len Wysocki, and Dr. JC Wright, about the mental health challenges they see in coaching, consulting, and clinical clients. They also talk about the practical steps companies can take to be most effective in supporting workplace mental health.

Contact: Dr. Tonya: On LinkedIn; TArmstrong@ArmstrongCFH.com
Get Dr. Armstrong’s book and music CD, “Blossoming Hope” on Amazon

Dr. Len Wysocki: Wysock@comcast.net; leonardwysockiphd.com

Dr. JC Wright: JC Wright PhD or Julianne C. Wright on LinkedIn Messenger

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Dr. Karen, the President and CEO of TRANSLEADERSHIP®, INC. celebrated the 29^th birthday of her company in 2024 with a new painting by Cheltenham, UK based artist, Louis Parsons. They take you behind the scenes to experience the collaborative process to co-create a commissioned art piece through Parsons’ unique SoulScaping approach.

Through his talks, workshops, and art, Parsons unlocks the emerging art movement he terms “The Soul Renaissance and our ability to see the unique symphony of light that resides inside all of us. He brings simplicity and clarity to empower his audience to find greater energy in their lives.

Louis’ art commissions reside all over the world including with celebrities, world class surfing athletes, and leading edge philosophers such as Karren Brady, Tom Curren, and Ken Wilber, and now also with TRANSLEADERSHIP®, INC. For the last nine years he has been the Guest Artist for The Four Seasons, Kuda Huraa, Maldives and Four Seasons Serengeti. One of his favorite achievements is having one of his artwork pieces auctioned for charity, raising £120,000.

Louis seeks inspiration from all the color and vibrancy in the waves when he surfs and scuba dives. Join Louis and Dr. Karen as they talk about how a corporate painting can clarify and reinforce corporate values and culture. Prior to the 30^th company birthday in 2025, Dr. Karen named the painting “Heavenly Sunlight.”

Reach Louis at Louis@LouisParsons.com

Reach Dr. Karen at: Dr.Karen@transleadership.com

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