The Adventure to Evolve
Cha'Lea Stafford
You're leading the most incredible adventure of your lifetime, your story.
Embark on an adventure of personal expansion that doesnt sugar coat the human experience. As an ex-corporate sales leadership executive turned podcast host, Cha'Lea's dropping the corporate jargon, facades, and filler motivation and entering a sanctuary where leadership strategies meet soulful introspection.
In this space, light and shadow are invited to dance, illuminating the path through life's Pinterest versus reality moments. Whether you're finding bravery in stillness or exploring the world, this is your conscious playground where you can vent, celebrate, and refuel.
Join us on the journey to make your 80-year-old self proud!
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08: The Psychology of Leadership
The Adventure to Evolve
12/18/19 • 36 min
Like you, most leaders are out there, climbing mountains and being busy every day. We can find ourselves continually focused on an ever-expanding list of things to do, which creates stress and a lack of clarity.
These moments can question your beliefs in yourself as a leader and make you feel like you aren’t growing, using the wrong strategies, or even perhaps, climbing the wrong mountain.
How can we begin to take steps to audit our leadership?
Meet Tony Brooks, psychologist and leadership specialist with over 20 years’ experience as a leader; highlights include managing a 7m+ direct marketing account and growing his own successful company since 2007.
Throughout Tony’s continued work on himself, his Psychological studies, and his work with 1000s of leaders, he has come to one critical conclusion: Your mindset is the key to your future growth, success, and fulfillment. Not only as a leader but in your life as a whole!
We’ll Explore:
- How the way we process life impacts our leadership style.
- The power of understanding your leadership strategy and the impact it creates.
- Why saying “I will try” is a lack of assertive language and the simple tweak to practicing certain communication.
You’ll Discover:
- How to integrate your leadership development plan from work to life.
- How to audit your leadership using the wheel of life and psychometric testing.
- How to harness your leadership assessment results for growth
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Interview Links:
- Connect with Tony Brooks on Linkedin
- Visit Tony's Website
- Listen to Tony's Leadership Mindset Podcast
- Take Tony's Leadership Diagnostic Test
- Order Tony's Book: PI Leadership
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22: The Reality of Paying Off $34,000 of Student Loans in One Year
The Adventure to Evolve
09/29/21 • 51 min
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are- these are the words of Theodore Roosevelt.
Today we're applying it to the evolving journey of becoming financially literate to create experiences, wisdom, and strategies for the next generation to DIY their generational wealth and become financially independent.
We've all heard the advice- go to school, get good grades, go to college, get a degree and hold a job to retire at 65.
Our guest expert Kofi began this journey with the intention of having his piece of the American dream. Little did he know this dream came with a cost that would leave him ignoring the reality of the hefty bill and piling on interest and stress over several years.
Once he faced his reality, he optimized his finances and began to see a clear path forward.
Is there another way, and are we missing strategies that could help us optimize our work, investments and reduce our cost of living to retire (financially) early?
I'm excited to explore this topic with our guest expert, Kofi!
Kofi Gyebi is the founder of 400LB Elephant, a personal finance company that helps young professionals achieve financial independence. His coaching empowers people to get out of debt, save money, and build generational wealth. Kofi's debt-free journey is a testament to what is possible with a bit of focus and discipline: he paid off $34,000 of student loans in one year. In addition, he is a community leader, recognized as a Champion of Justice and Equality by the Urban League of Greater Atlanta, and a graduate of LEAD Atlanta.
24: We're back with Season 2! The Evolving Conscious Professional
The Adventure to Evolve
10/04/21 • 5 min
Hello everyone, it's Cha'Lea here!
We took a bit of a hiatus as we explored how season 2 would evolve for Flipping the Script Podcast (and it's back!) and launching on October 21!
The journey continues, and we can't wait to explore season 2, but before we do, we have a few episodes that have been in the queue to be shared around the topic of financial independence and the art of listening.
We're incredibly thankful for our audience worldwide and our guest experts who shared a piece of their authentic journey to help shape yours.
In season 2, we're diving deeper into the stories that shape us, the journies that await us, and the strategies that will propel us centered around hard truths.
We create a (non-biased) space for conscious professionals to explore their leadership stories beyond the title to create generational wealth + health using leadership strategies.
Join the conversation!
23: How Music Can Help You Become a Better Listener and Find the Beat of Your Tune
The Adventure to Evolve
09/30/21 • 35 min
What are you listening to?
No, I'm not talking about Chris Stapleton's song; I'm talking about the noise that comes with change.
As Jim Hendrix's a famous musician, said, "knowledge speaks, and wisdom listens."
Globally, we share a common theme of change, and naturally, this can make us feel out of tune with our usual beat as we get extra noise from every direction.
Just like in music, we have to find the tune of our beat, but first, we must understand what are we listening for among the noise?
Leadership and music have many similarities, including the ability to tune into ourselves and others- through listening.
Something so simple yet often misunderstood and underutilized.
How can we become better listeners and refresh our understanding of this skill in life and work?
Our guest expert, Stephen Kolher, is here today as our conductor to help us dive deeper into the art of listening by sharing his leadership journey beyond the title.
Stephen, Audira's Founder & CEO, brings a passion for people along with 25 years of extensive corporate experience within organizations ranging from startup to Fortune 100 across multiple industries.
His credentials include an MBA from the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business, a BA in Philosophy from Northwestern University, and a Certified Professional Coach (PCC. CPCC) and Balanced Scorecard Professional (BSP).
33: The Reality When Work, Overwhelm, and Stress Meets Conscious Parenting
The Adventure to Evolve
09/02/22 • 19 min
41: Navigating Post-Pandemic Uncertainty: Building Resilient Teams and Leaders in Today's World
The Adventure to Evolve
09/20/23 • 55 min
In this episode, Cha'Lea is joined by returning guest expert Andre W. Thornton, Founder & CEO of Whitman Consulting, a leadership development firm. In this insightful episode recorded in the first quarter of this year, Andre shares his incredible journey from engineering to becoming a people engineer, emphasizing the intricate simplicity of understanding human systems. Andre sheds light on the evolving roles of employees, managers, and CEOs in a post-pandemic landscape and the critical need to support middle management. He also delves into the challenges and opportunities in integrating business success with employee well-being and societal impact. Tune in for a captivating conversation that remains relevant as we move forward from this unprecedented global event. Join the conversation as we explore:
- Peeling Back the Onion: Why understanding the human system is both complicated and fundamental.
- Embracing Challenges: How to stay optimistic in the face of global challenges and media negativity.
- The Journey of Leadership: Different experiences as an employee, manager, and CEO in a post-pandemic world.
- Nurturing Managers: Providing support and inspiration to purpose-driven leaders in adversity.
- Balancing Goals and Experience: Managing tangible goals and intangible team experiences.
- The Importance of Values: How values are shared in organizations.
- Facing the Worst-Case Scenarios: Coping with threats like layoffs and supporting the workforce.
- The Power of Reflection: Creating space for pause and reflection to combat burnout.
So, grab your coffee and click to listen. Don't miss this engaging and informative discussion with Andre Thornton, a leader with a passion for helping others reach their full potential.! ☕🌟
42: Overcoming The Imposter
The Adventure to Evolve
10/12/23 • 48 min
In this riveting episode, we're joined by Chris, a certified leadership coach, two-time entrepreneur, and the author of "Overcoming the Imposter." We dive deep into the labyrinth of self-doubt known as imposter syndrome—a struggle all too familiar yet seldom discussed. But what if we told you that this psychological hurdle might actually be the secret sauce to your authenticity?
Chris brings his years of expertise to shed light on how imposter syndrome is not just a cliche term but an intricate psychological barrier that hits 70-80% of us at some point in our lives. Especially high-achievers. From understanding the deceptive tricks your mind plays to keep you in 'productive procrastination,' to the more nuanced ways it manifests, we go beyond the surface to explore how it feels to be human in this arena.
In a candid exchange, Chris and I share personal anecdotes, offering parallels between the structured corporate world and the free-wheeling life of entrepreneurship, examining how these contrasting ecosystems impact our relationship with imposter syndrome. This is not just an episode but an invitation to dig deeper into the layers of your self-doubt, daring you to look your inner critic in the eye and say, "Not today."
If you've ever second-guessed your abilities or chalked up your accomplishments to mere 'luck,' this episode is a must-listen. By the end of it, you'll have a fresh perspective on how to tackle the internal barriers that have been holding you back.
Tune in and be ready to flip the script on imposter syndrome.
43: Demystifying Chakras 101- Exploring the Energy Within to Challenge Our Comfort Zones
The Adventure to Evolve
07/26/24 • 47 min
Join us on a captivating journey in this week's episode of The Adventure to Evolve, where we step beyond the ordinary and venture into the mystical world of chakras. 🌈
Are you ready to discover how these ancient energy centers can help you challenge your comfort zones and unlock new chapters in your life?
We're thrilled to have Raj, a renowned expert in the field, who will guide us through the enigmatic yet profoundly impactful concept of chakras.
✨ Highlights of this Episode:
- Unveil the true essence of chakras and their role in our well-being.
- Learn how understanding and balancing your chakras can reveal untapped aspects of yourself.
- Hear personal stories and practical advice from [Guest's Name] on navigating life's challenges with chakra wisdom.
- Discover how to integrate chakra work into your daily life to create alignment with your highest self.
🎙️ Whether you're a seasoned spiritual seeker or a curious newbie, this episode offers deep insights and relatable wisdom that can help you elevate your energy and embrace the adventure of evolving.
Grab your favorite happy drink, find your cozy spot, and tune in to explore how the power of chakras can transform your journey to self-discovery and growth.
Connect with Raj: http://Withraj.com
15: Retire at 65 or 30? Side Hustle + Strategy Leads to Financial Independence
The Adventure to Evolve
03/10/20 • 44 min
You've heard me say it before one of the most significant investments of time that we will make is in our life is our career. The average person spends 47 years of their life from the age of 18-65 working to secure their living.
And we want to help you make that time count.
Most people reach retirement at 65 (if we're lucky), but what if we flipped the script on the traditional approach to retirement because retirement isn't about age- it's a financial number.
More and more people are leaving the workforce early as they reach financial independence early by saving and aggressively investing between 50-75 percent of their income.
We are the authors who narrate the ups and downs of our stories to achieve our dreams, and our guest today is the prime example of being the author of her story and flipping the script on her life.
MK Williams is an author and independent publisher who recently left her corporate day job to pursue her dream full time. After finding the Financial Independence community, she was able to save enough to be able to take this leap into her new career. Now she is focused on helping her clients publish their books and learning to let go of her workaholic ways.
We’ll explore:
- The Financial Independence community that propelled MK into financial independence
- What it's like to leave your career after 10 years to begin the journey of entrepreneurship.
- Why work-a-holic habits don't die when you leave your 9-5.
You’ll discover:
- Why recalibrating your self worth is a constant journey.
- How to let go of the ego around "being important at work (it's easier said than done).
- The strategies MK learned, executed, and evolved to lead a successful career, obtain financial independence, and launch into entrepreneurship.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Adventure to Evolve have?
The Adventure to Evolve currently has 45 episodes available.
What topics does The Adventure to Evolve cover?
The podcast is about Success, Skills, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Business, Careers and Life.
What is the most popular episode on The Adventure to Evolve?
The episode title '16: Communication and The Good Life Manifesto' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Adventure to Evolve?
The average episode length on The Adventure to Evolve is 41 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Adventure to Evolve released?
Episodes of The Adventure to Evolve are typically released every 13 days, 20 hours.
When was the first episode of The Adventure to Evolve?
The first episode of The Adventure to Evolve was released on Sep 12, 2019.
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