Category Archives: Dr. Karen’s Podcast Guests

November 17, 2020

Interview with Daphne Maxwell Reid from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air TV Show

Actor Daphne Maxwell Reid is best known for her role as Aunt Vivian on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air TV show starring Will Smith. Some of her other credits include starring roles on WKRP in Cincinnati, Hill Street Blues, Simon and Simon, and Frank’s Place, opposite her husband Tim Reid. Dr. Karen talks to Daphne about her experiences as a model, beauty queen, photographic artist, clothing designer, author, entrepreneur, and actor. Join Dr. Karen as she explores the beautiful tapestry of Daphne’s life experiences and extracts relevant business lessons for executive leaders.

Look for The Fresh Prince of Bel Air Reunion Show on HBO Max and The Business of Christmas on BET Plus

To learn more about Daphne Maxwell Reid’s Artistic offerings, go to DaphneMaxwellReid.com

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October 29, 2020

Ron McMillon, Jazz Saxophonist and Top 30 Billboard Artist Shares His Leadership Journey

Jazz Saxophonist, Ron McMillon, also known as “Mr. Sirius XM Watercolors”, is today’s guest. His debut single, “It Is Me” went to smooth jazz radio in 2015. Ron’s chart topping single, “Consuming Fire”, produced by format veteran Darren Rahn, from McMillon’s “Talkin’ About Jesus” album took the world by storm on smooth jazz, Sirius XM Watercolors, and gospel stations. His second hit single, “In the Flow” reigned on the Top 30 Billboard Chart for eight consecutive weeks. Dr. Karen interviews Ron McMillon and extracts his inspiring leadership story. Tune in to also hear Mr. Ron McMillon play live on the show.

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September 29, 2020

Interview with Anna Scheller: Black Belt Sales Strategies for Executives

Sales and influence expert, Anna Scheller joins Dr. Karen in a conversation about the role of sales skills in executive leadership. Anna is the host of two podcasts, Black Belt Selling and Sales Mastery and author of the best-selling book, Black Belt Selling: Closing with Confidence. Today she shares leadership insights from her entrepreneurial business ventures, her years as an Air Force officer, and her journey as a Taekwondo Black belt master.

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August 27, 2020

Always Brand Ready: Strategies from Marcella Scherer, Image and Presence Consultant

Special Guest Marcella Scherer grew her own business to multiple seven figures using the image and presence strategies she shares today. Dr. Karen speaks with Marcella about how executive image and presence impact opportunities and bottom line results. After up-leveling her executive presence, Marcella’s recent client landed a 10 million dollar contract.

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July 30, 2020

Interview with Award Winning Designer Connie Wittich: How Elevated Spaces Increase Productivity and Profitability

The built environment is important for both employee and customer engagement. Creativity, innovation, and productivity are increased when people work in environments designed to inspire. Listen to Dr. Karen and her guest Connie Wittich unpack the value of including natural light, color, and the beauty of the outdoors into the custom designed workspace. To see Connie’s work, go to met-studio.com

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July 7, 2020

“With Liberty and Justice for All”: Interview with Dr. Marvin A. McMickle Part 2

With nearly a half century of experience as a Pastor, educator, community leader, and author, Dr. Karen’s guest, Dr. Marvin A. McMickle, has served in many significant and influential roles to include senior pastor to several churches, college president, faculty member, and President of both the Cleveland NAACP and Urban League. Join Dr. Karen for these thought provoking interviews to hear timely recommendations for churches, corporations, and other influencers.

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July 2, 2020

“With Liberty and Justice for All”: Interview with Dr. Marvin A. McMickle Part 1

With nearly a half century of experience as a Pastor, educator, community leader, and author, Dr. Karen’s guest, Dr. Marvin A. McMickle, has served in many significant and influential roles to include senior pastor to several churches, college president, faculty member, and President of both the Cleveland NAACP and Urban League. Join Dr. Karen for these thought provoking interviews to hear timely recommendations for churches, corporations, and other influencers.

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June 30, 2020

From Millionaire to Mountaineer: Reflections on Life Balance from Jeff Rasley

What do you do when you achieve the American dream of success in business, millions in the bank, a wonderful spouse, great children, and early retirement possible, though something is still missing and you are not fulfilled or happy? Listen to today’s podcast as Dr. Karen interviews guest Jeff Rasley to hear how he found his way to peace and fulfillment in the Himalayas and what he learned from the Basa people of Nepal.

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May 28, 2020

Juana Bordas: International Thought Leader Shares Her Multicultural Wisdom

Juana Bordas was selected by the National Diversity Council as one of the most influential and powerful Latinos in America. She is the founding President of the National Hispana Leadership Institute and founder of Mi Casa Resource Center, the largest Latino serving organization in Colorado. Juana is also a NY Times best-selling author, holder of an honorary doctorate from Union University, and recipient of the Life-Time Achievement Award from the International Leadership Association. Juana joins Dr. Karen on The Voice of Leadership podcast today to share her expertise on Multicultural Leadership.

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May 19, 2020

Interview with Michael Williams: How to Build Teams that Get Stellar Results

Michael Williams, Principal of Williams and Associates, a financial services company, shares how he used the online course, Teams Empowered for Dynamic Organizational Results to produce nine months of revenue in three months. He further shares how he used the lessons to create a “culture of coachable people producing results.” Listen as Dr. Karen uncovers Michael’s secret leadership sauce.

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