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Professional QuotientInclusion Beyond Compliance: What It Really Takes to Build Workplace Cultures Where People Feel Seen, Supported, and Free to BelongInclusion is often reduced to policies and checklists, but its true measure shows up in everyday experiences — in whether people feel seen, supported, and able to contribute without hiding parts of who they are. When organizations move beyond compliance and toward genuine understanding, they open the door to talent, perspective, and potential that too often go unnoticed. Creating spaces where difference is valued requires curiosity, intention, and a willingness to rethink what accessibility and belonging really mean.In this episode of Professional Quotient, we meet with Becky Jackson Curran — a motivational speaker and disability inclusion advocate who has...
2025-12-1652 minProfessional QuotientHow an Underdog Mindset, Creative Discipline, and People-First Leadership Helped Cecil Cross Build Lasting Professional EquityMore and more, the creative journey looks less like a straight line and more like a series of pivots, setbacks, and surprising new opportunities. As layoffs, industry shifts, and unpredictable career turns reshape what a “typical” creative path looks like, many professionals are being pushed to turn uncertainty into momentum. Many are asking how to transform their lived experiences into something durable—real professional equity they can build on, no matter where their path leads next.Welcome to Professional Quotient. In the latest episode, host Jason Winningham talks with Cecil Cross, founder and creative director of Kindred Gent D...
2025-12-0931 minProfessional QuotientPeople-Centric HR in Practice: How Jen Schomer Turns Organizational Chaos into a Culture of Trust and PerformanceIn today’s whiplash workplace—where startups scale fast, funding dries up faster, and employee expectations keep evolving—HR isn’t a back-office function anymore. The rise of fractional leadership, remote teams, and constant regulatory change has forced companies to rethink how they support people while still hitting business goals. Leaders are realizing that “culture issues” often trace back to basics like security, clarity, and trust—and the cost of getting that wrong shows up in turnover, productivity, and brand reputation.What happens when HR stops being just paperwork and policies, and starts becoming a true business partner for pe...
2025-12-0238 minProfessional QuotientWhy Empathy Matters in Today’s Workplace and How It Builds Better TeamsEmpathy has become a business competency, not a soft nice-to-have. With hybrid teams, rapid AI adoption, and a workforce increasingly vocal about identity and inclusion, companies are being pushed to rethink what effective leadership looks like right now. Research and workplace trend reports consistently show that employees who feel seen and supported are more engaged and more likely to stay—raising the stakes for leaders who are hiring, managing, and shaping culture in real time.What does empathetic marketing really look like in practice—not just as a buzzword, but as a way of working and leading?
2025-11-2544 minProfessional QuotientAllowing Inspiration to Grow from Intuition: How Inner Guidance Drives Real Career GrowthIn a workplace culture increasingly shaped by rapid change, rising expectations, and new definitions of leadership, professionals are redefining success beyond titles and output. Empathy, intuition, and inner alignment — once seen as intangible “nice-to-haves” — are now emerging as competitive advantages. As recent workforce studies show that human-centered leaders drive higher engagement and retention, the question becomes clear: how do we cultivate these qualities in real time, in real workplaces, and in real moments of pressure?In this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down with Jay Berrien, an operations leader in the construction industry whose career h...
2025-11-2141 minProfessional QuotientElevate Your Career Journey by Choosing Purpose, Practicing Intentionality, and Building a Culture of BelongingPurpose doesn’t just shape what we do—it shapes how we grow. When we choose to move through our careers with intention, we start noticing the moments that build trust, the conversations that deepen understanding, and the relationships that elevate our impact. This episode of Professional Quotient digs into what it really means to show up thoughtfully: embracing differences, balancing empathy with accountability, and creating environments where people feel heard and connected. It’s a reminder that intentional action, even in small forms, can transform both our professional paths and the cultures we help create.What happen...
2025-11-1946 minProfessional QuotientAllowing Purpose to Lead: Adrienne Mageors on Building a Career Grounded in Inclusion and Community ImpactSometimes, purpose finds you when you least expect it. For Adrienne Mageors, it came in the form of a question she couldn’t ignore—one that pulled her out of corporate marketing and into a life of service and inclusion. What began as a career pivot became something bigger: a mission to build spaces where every child, regardless of ability, can belong.What does it take to pivot from corporate marketing to nonprofit leadership—and then build a community-centered movement from scratch?Welcome to Professional Quotient: Conversations That Build Equity. In the latest episode, Adrienne Mageor...
2025-11-1249 minProfessional QuotientFrom Caregiver to Changemaker: How Purpose and Community Create Lasting ImpactResilience isn’t just about enduring challenges — it’s about leading with compassion, patience, and faith, even when the path feels uncertain. It’s a quality embodied by every caregiver, whose daily acts of care and commitment reflect the essence of true leadership — helping others grow stronger through empathy, service, and understanding.In this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down with Veronica Shanklin, Founder and CEO of Dementia Care Warriors, a nonprofit providing support, education, and community for caregivers.Veronica shares how her journey — from caregiver to changemaker — has been guided by patience, fait...
2025-11-0527 minProfessional QuotientCoaching Away the Imposter Voice: Transforming Self-Doubt into Self-AcceptanceAuthenticity isn’t about perfection — it’s about having the courage to show up as your true self, even when self-doubt creeps in. Many of us wrestle with imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, and the fear of being seen, but real growth happens when we embrace vulnerability and learn to trust our own voice. By letting go of the masks we wear and reconnecting with our humanity, we create the space for confidence, compassion, and genuine connection to thrive.In this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham spends time with Scott Kratchmer, founder of Scott Kratchmer Coaching, for an hon...
2025-10-2836 minProfessional QuotientBuild As You Grow: Lessons in Career, Connection, and ConfidenceGrowth isn’t just about climbing the career ladder — it’s about becoming the kind of person who can lead with empathy, curiosity, and authenticity. In a world that often celebrates titles and achievements, the real work lies in learning to communicate clearly, connect genuinely, and turn moments of uncertainty into opportunities for growth.In this episode of Professional Quotient, engineering leader James Hanley shares how his journey from early career layoffs to leading global teams shaped his view of authentic leadership. Through stories of overcoming imposter syndrome, finding confidence through communication, and building genuine connections, Hanley remind...
2025-10-2122 minProfessional QuotientOwning Your Development by Building Networks, Finding Mentors, and Embracing Servant LeadershipAt the heart of every career journey is the question of how we grow—not just in skills, but in purpose, relationships, and impact. That kind of growth takes shape through everyday choices, the mentors who guide us, and the communities that stretch us to become more. Each step forward becomes part of a larger story of leadership, professional development, and ultimately, servant leadership.In this episode of Professional Quotient, Jason Winningham sits down with Tim Winningham, department leader at Edward Jones, for a powerful conversation about how to intentionally grow your career, build meaningful connections, and le...
2025-10-1430 minProfessional QuotientChild Advocacy in Action: How CASA Sustains Impact Through Volunteerism and VisionAcross the United States, roughly 390,000 children are living in foster care, each facing the challenges of navigating the child welfare and court systems. Nonprofits working in this space carry the dual responsibility of supporting children’s emotional needs while also sustaining the funding and partnerships that make child advocacy possible.This raises a pressing question: how can organizations like CASA provide consistent, child-centered advocacy while building the resilience and resources to keep that work going?In this episode of the Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down with Abi Muehlbrad, Development Director at Golden Crescent CA...
2025-10-0729 minProfessional QuotientSlice of Service, Glimpse of Soul: Turning Purpose Into Outcomes With Service LeadershipService is often measured in numbers, but numbers rarely tell the whole story. True service leadership demands outcomes that reflect transformation, not just tallies. As nonprofits face mounting pressure to prove lasting nonprofit impact, leaders are rethinking how to balance data with lived experience. Funders want results beyond attendance counts, and communities demand change that goes deeper than surface metrics. According to the National Foster Youth Institute, just 3–4% of former foster youth earn a four-year college degree, and only 2–6% receive a two-year degree. Those outcomes show why measurement must move beyond surface counts, because how we define impact ultimately shap...
2025-09-3042 minProfessional QuotientSimplifying the Complex: Actionable Systems Lead to Clarity, Confidence, and SuccessSimplifying the complex has become a defining advantage in today’s professional world—whether you’re navigating Medicare, building a business, or pursuing professional growth. According to a 2024 PwC study, more than half of employees feel there is too much change happening at work all at once, and 44% don’t understand the reasons for the changes. The study suggests that factors like increased workloads, job insecurity, and financial stress can diminish morale and erode performance. Simplifying the hard stuff into actionable strategies has become a professional advantage, separating those who stall from those who scale. What if your sup...
2025-09-2345 minProfessional QuotientBeyond “How Are You?”: Creating Meaningful Connection That Fuels Professional GrowthWhat happens when we stop asking surface-level questions and start having conversations that actually matter? Everyday greetings like “How are you?” often miss the chance to spark a genuine and meaningful connection. Research suggests that authentic connection boosts employee engagement and retention, with studies showing that employees who feel recognized and genuinely valued are up to seven times more likely to be engaged and far less likely to leave their organizations.How can professionals move beyond routine pleasantries to build trust, strengthen relationships, and expand their professional equity?On this episode of Professional Quotient, Jason Winn...
2025-09-1638 minProfessional QuotientTell Your Story and Build Equity Through Personal NarrativeAI is reshaping workplaces at an unprecedented rate, making communication skills a key differentiator for leaders and teams. The ability to craft and share a compelling story directly influences trust and opportunity in meetings, client pitches, and internal updates. Many professionals still avoid the spotlight, and Chapman University’s 2024 Survey of American Fears found that nearly one in three Americans (29%) fear public speaking. A clear personal narrative is now essential for professionals who want to stand out and connect in ways machines cannot.How can professionals turn nervous energy into a clear story and a durable personal br...
2025-09-0954 minProfessional QuotientThe Key to Career Equity? Boundaries, Balance, and Knowing Your StrengthsCareer paths aren’t always linear. Many professionals find themselves navigating shifts between industries and roles, discovering that success often comes down to setting boundaries, balancing responsibilities, and leaning on core strengths. So, what does it look like to build professional equity not by chasing titles, but by leaning into what you do best? How do you balance boundaries, career pivots, and self-advocacy without losing your professional edge?Welcome to Professional Quotient. In the latest episode, host Jason Winningham sits down with Karen Zucker, an Office Coordinator at a private day school. From high-end retail to commercial re...
2025-09-0235 minProfessional QuotientFrom Law Enforcement to Microsoft: The Unexpected Path to Becoming a Cybersecurity Black BeltFrom ransomware attacks to AI-driven phishing schemes, today’s cyber threats are evolving faster than most organizations can defend against—making cybersecurity expertise one of the most urgent skills of the decade. Global cybercrime costs are expected to climb to $1.2 trillion annually by the end of this year, underscoring the stakes for organizations that must protect sensitive data in an increasingly complex digital world. Against this backdrop, stories of nontraditional paths into the industry reveal not just opportunity, but a blueprint for resilience and reinvention.In the latest episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down with...
2025-08-2637 minProfessional QuotientFrequency of Leadership: Building Integrity and Resonance in a Global WorldLeadership has never been more complex—or more critical—than it is today. As businesses face global shifts in workforce expectations, cultural awareness, and communication styles, leaders must find ways to operate with authenticity and integrity across borders. In Deloitte’s Global Human Capital Trends report, 94 % of surveyed business and HR leaders say that leadership capabilities and effectiveness are important or very important to their organization’s success—the highest importance score across all trends. Yet only 23 % believe their organization’s leaders currently have the capabilities to navigate a disrupted, boundaryless world. The question becomes: how can leaders truly connect acro...
2025-08-2337 minProfessional QuotientCourage, Clarity, and the Power of the Pivot: How Risk, Mentorship, and Self-Advocacy Drive Real Career GrowthWith global systems shifting and the need for adaptable leadership rising, more professionals are reevaluating their career paths nowadays. According to the World Economic Forum, 50% of all employees will need reskilling by 2025—a pressing reality in fields like international development and finance, where change is constant. For leaders navigating complex global issues, the ability to pivot with clarity and purpose isn’t just valuable—it’s essential.So, how do you navigate a dynamic world with clarity and courage, and what does it mean to raise your professional quotient along the way?On this episode of Profe...
2025-08-191h 07Professional QuotientConservation as a Calling: How Corina Solis Transformed Burnout into PurposeAs environmental awareness grows and sustainability becomes a top priority for both companies and consumers, a growing number of professionals, especially among younger generations, are rethinking what meaningful work looks like. With ecological urgency mounting, many are exploring ways to align their careers with causes they care about.But what does it really take to leave corporate comfort behind for a mission-driven path in conservation? And how do you build professional equity in a field where passion often outweighs profit?Welcome to Professional Quotient. In the latest episode, host Jason Winningham welcomes Corina Solis, Land...
2025-08-1341 minProfessional QuotientYoung, Ambitious, and Authentic: How to Build Genuine Connections that Drive Career GrowthFor many professionals—especially those early in their careers—landing the right opportunity often comes down to more than just qualifications. Research shows that nearly 80% of available positions aren’t advertised publicly, meaning personal connections play a major role in how positions get filled. Still, figuring out how to build those connections in an intentional and authentic way isn’t always straightforward. As career paths become less traditional, networking with purpose has never been more important.So, how do you network when you’re just starting out—and how can being intentional and authentic about it actually shape your c...
2025-08-1217 minProfessional QuotientHuman Creativity in the Frame: Bradley Lanphear on Art, AI, and Staying CreativeAI-generated content is becoming the norm as budgets tighten and deadlines shrink, leaving less room for slow, intentional craftsmanship and true human creativity. In today’s economy, the challenge isn’t just keeping up—it’s standing out. For filmmakers and visual artists, the pressure to prioritize speed over soul is growing.But what does it take to build a creative career that endures, in a world where anyone with a smartphone and editing app can be called a filmmaker?In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with fil...
2025-08-0727 minProfessional QuotientTuning into the Frequency of Wisdom and Wise Leadership with Dr. Gregory StebbinsWhat if leadership isn’t about power—but presence? That’s the question increasingly confronting leaders at a time when emotional intelligence, heart-centered management, and self-awareness are proving essential to long-term impact. As Gen Z and Gen Alpha bring new expectations around authenticity, empathy, and reflection into the workplace, the need to rethink how we define “wise leadership” is more timely than ever. Research shows that emotionally intelligent leaders drive up to 20% better team performance.So, how do we move from reaction to reflection—and what does it really mean to lead with wisdom in a world wired for im...
2025-08-0643 minProfessional QuotientHow Self-Awareness Boosts Leadership, Improves Decision-Making, and Fuels Career GrowthIn a world that increasingly values emotional intelligence, the link between self-awareness and professional success has never been more crucial. As conversations around inclusion broaden to recognize different cognitive styles and lived experiences, professionals who understand their own strengths, motivations, and ways of processing the world are better equipped to adapt, lead, and grow. Research shows that leaders with greater self-awareness — particularly those whose self-perceptions align with how others see them — are more likely to be rated as effective by their supervisors and achieve stronger performance outcomes.So, how exactly does understanding yourself unlock more than just inne...
2025-08-051h 04Professional QuotientFrom Innovation-Driven Teams to Standout Storytelling, Protecting Creatives is a Business StrategyAs AI and digital tools expand the boundaries of production, one thing remains unwavering: human creativity is indispensable. And today, that creativity is under pressure—last year, as many as 70% of professionals working in the media, marketing, and creative industries reported experiencing burnout. In this moment, supporting the people behind the work isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a strategic investment in long-term creative momentum.So, how can companies actively protect and nurture their creative teams—and why does it matter for the bottom line?In this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason...
2025-07-3114 minProfessional QuotientLearning Out Loud with Belief, Courage, and the Power of YesIn a world where workplace disengagement is rising — with global employee engagement falling to just 21% in 2024 — leaders and teams are increasingly searching for meaning, connection, and growth in their work. Amid this shift, professionals are asking deeper questions about purpose and fulfillment, both individually and collectively. That’s exactly where Paul Plamondon’s work lives: at the intersection of belief, courage, and behavior change.So, how do we reframe self-doubt, rediscover our calling, and build meaningful professional lives, even when the road ahead is unclear?In this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down wit...
2025-07-3047 minProfessional QuotientThe Measured Mindset: How Mentorship, Curiosity, and Listening Drive Professional Advancement and GrowthNot every path into analytics starts with code and spreadsheets. For some, it begins with curiosity, adaptability, mentorship, and a willingness to learn something entirely new. That’s the case for Mayank Malviya, whose journey from a humanities education in India to a career in U.S.-based market research reveals how initiative and mentorship can accelerate professional advancement while shaping his data-driven approach through analyticsSo, what happens when someone with a background in humanities pivots into the world of data and business analytics?In this episode of Professional Quotient, Mayank Malviya shares that jo...
2025-07-2929 minProfessional QuotientFreshman Year Survival Guide: How Overlooked High School Lessons Lead to College SuccessNobody warns you that college success isn’t just about brains — it’s about balance, too.In this refreshingly honest episode of Professional Quotient hosted by Jason Winningham, high school teacher Jacob Mutchler reunites with two of his former students, Lilly Salcedo and Oscar Davila, to reflect on what really mattered in their first year of college. From unexpected appreciation for Delta Math to learning the hard way why community is everything, they share lessons that hit different once you’re out of high school.You’ll hear:Why waking up for 7am chemistry...
2025-07-2445 minProfessional QuotientCPA, SME, and Purpose: Exploring the Power of Multifaceted Professional IdentityWhat happens when sharp accounting meets sun-soaked strategy? In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham welcomes Olivia Barr, Senior Product Manager at CBRE, for a dynamic conversation that explores career pivots, process excellence, people leadership, and the power of community. Olivia brings the full spectrum of professional equity and a multifaceted professional identity that spans high-impact roles in accounting, product management, and immersive travel experiences—from her work as a CPA and product leader to her passion as a certified Caribbean travel concierge.We talk about what it means to lead wit...
2025-07-2334 minProfessional QuotientWhy Learning Matters More Than Grades: Purpose-Driven Teaching That Prioritizes GrowthLearning matters more than grades. In this episode of the Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Jacob Mutchler, a high school calculus teacher whose path to the classroom took a few unexpected turns—from English major to hotel worker to passionate math educator committed to purpose-driven teaching.Jacob shares how his love of learning and heart for underserved communities shaped his career, and why he believes compassion—not just credentials—is what moves the needle in education. With wisdom from the front lines of the classroom, he offers insights into what it rea...
2025-07-2219 minProfessional QuotientWorkplace Visibility Builds Careers and Communities Through Trust, Recognition, and Shared GrowthWhat if the most powerful way to grow your career isn’t by perfecting your pitch, but by telling your story? In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham welcomes Hunter Lopatin, the Director of MarketScale, to explore the real value of visibility and voice in the workplace. The discussion explores Hunter's unexpected journey into media, the power of workplace visibility in building trust and opportunity, and how community fuels long-term personal and organizational success.In today’s professional landscape, building a strong personal brand isn’t just a marketing tactic; it’s a care...
2025-07-1736 minProfessional QuotientSeeing What Others Miss: The Art of Problem Solving in HR ComplianceIn this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down with Andrea Kilburn, the HR EEO and Affirmative Action Compliance Manager at EssilorLuxottica. Andrea has built her career on problem-solving, advocacy, and the power of precise thinking.Andrea shares her unique path from mortgage underwriting to HR compliance, and how being late-diagnosed as autistic reframed her professional journey in empowering ways. She opens up about the challenges neurodivergent professionals face, the value they bring to teams, and how AI, data, and executive functioning tools can help bridge gaps in the workplace.Key Points from...
2025-07-1636 minProfessional QuotientThe Future of the Engineering Community: Equity, AI, and Real ConnectionThe Engineer Who Builds Communities, Not Just Systems!Angelie Vincent has spent more than two decades in aerospace engineering, but her real legacy might be the communities she's built along the way.Now an AI Integration Engineer at Boeing, Angelie joins Professional Quotient host Jason Winningham for a wide-ranging conversation on neurodivergent leadership, workplace inclusion, and how careers aren’t always linear — they’re lived. She shares how being diagnosed as autistic later in life reshaped her understanding of communication, why she uses AI to soften email tone and bridge team dynamics, and how her person...
2025-07-1531 minProfessional QuotientThe Hidden Key to Entrepreneurial Success: Build Momentum Through Personal Branding and Authentic NetworkingWhat if the biggest pivot of your career started with a conversation? In this episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham welcomes Fanny Dunagan, CEO and Content Strategist of PathLynks, LLC. Fanny shares her journey from high-pressure consulting in Singapore to founding her own media and branding company — and why learning to network was the skill that unlocked it all. Her path offers an honest look at what it takes to build entrepreneurial success from the ground up.Highlights from the Episode:How to reframe sales and networking to feel more authentic.Why personal branding is a m...
2025-07-1036 minProfessional QuotientReclaiming Power During a Career Pivot: Lead with Experience, Community, and AuthenticityWhat if your “non-traditional” resume is actually your greatest professional asset? In this vibrant and deeply honest episode of Professional Quotient, host Jason Winningham sits down with Audrey Malone, CHRM, MSOL, and Strategic Storyteller. Audrey shares what it’s like to build — and rebuild — a career that doesn’t fit into a single box. From radio host to hospitality pro, commercial real estate leader to passionate community connector, Audrey brings her full self into the conversation on what it truly means to raise your PQ and navigate each career pivot with purpose.Key Highlights:How to honor your p...
2025-07-0929 minProfessional QuotientThe Power of Speaking Up: Building Your Voice into Your Professional EquityIf you want to raise your PQ, learn to speak up!In this episode of Professional Quotient (PQ), host Jason Winningham, Founder and Principal Consultant of Professional Quotient, sits down with Lauren Sanchez, Chief Operating Officer at Semper Mind. Lauren reflects on her journey from feeling like a “baby deer” navigating the unpredictable terrain of the startup world to becoming a confident leader rooted in experience and a strong professional network. Together, they delve into the transformative power of communication, confidence, and community in cultivating enduring professional equity. Through candid conversation, they explore personal experiences, mindset shifts, and...
2025-07-0827 minProfessional QuotientNo Permission Needed: Forge Your Own Path Forward Through Bold Moves, Clear Focus, and Continuous GrowthWhat happens when you stop waiting to be chosen—and choose yourself? In this episode of PQ: Conversations that Build Equity, Jason Winningham talks with Amy Chavez, a seasoned marketing professional and graphic designer who boldly forged her career in commercial real estate, even before she had the credentials. Amy shares how a gutsy cover letter set her on her own path, how she tunes out the noise to stay focused, and why AI is her favorite new teammate.Highlights from the Episode:Bold Moves Open Doors – Amy’s marketing career began with a gutsy cover letter...
2025-07-0322 minProfessional QuotientMayor Gerard Hudspeth’s Civic Leadership Journey: What Politics Teaches About PeopleWhat does a mayor learn about human nature? In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Gerard Hudspeth, longtime mayor of Denton, Texas, and a respected figure in civic leadership. Drawing from his years in public service, Hudspeth explores how leading a city reveals the core traits of resilience, empathy, and service.Gerard opens up about balancing two careers, the heartbreak and humility of running for office, and why he still shows up with his “Mayor of Denton” shirt, ready to solve problems—one sidewalk or speeding ticket at a time...
2025-07-0224 minProfessional QuotientCommunity Building Through Marketing—Powered by Showing Up and Staying OpenIn this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Alicia Layfield, founder of Casa Layfield, a boutique marketing agency in Houston, Texas. Alicia shares how she built her business from the ground up—not by following a perfect plan, but by showing up, staying open, and turning connections into community building through marketing.From launching a career inspired by a high school art teacher to navigating unexpected layoffs in commercial real estate, Alicia’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and real-world relationship-building. She opens up about the challenges of netw...
2025-07-0121 minProfessional QuotientPassion, Pause, and Disability Inclusion: Building Equity Through Self-Aware LeadershipBeth Sirull, President and CEO of the National Organization on Disability, joins Jason Winningham on PQ: Conversations that Build Equity to share a powerful career journey shaped by a passion for social enterprise, economic equity, and disability inclusion. From her early work in community finance to leading a national nonprofit, Beth reveals how she’s built her professional equity by empowering historically underestimated communities, especially people with disabilities.In this conversation, Beth opens up about her guiding philosophies, including the wisdom of “seizing the space between stimulus and response,” a Viktor Frankl quote that’s shaped her leadersh...
2025-06-2637 minProfessional QuotientTaming the Inner Critic to Fuel Career Growth: Crush Doubt, Build ConfidenceIn this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham speaks with Mike O’Hora, a former Marine turned learning executive, now the founder of Semper Mind. With a career spanning sales, HR, and talent development, Mike brings a unique blend of resilience, humility, and wisdom to this powerful conversation about career growth and personal leadership.They dive into the noisy, persistent voice of self-doubt—and what it takes to not only quiet it, but repurpose it. Mike shares how he reframed internal criticism through journaling, personal coaching, and trusted relationships, and how he’s buil...
2025-06-2530 minProfessional QuotientSales Career Playbook: Build Trust, Not Just PipelinesIn this episode of Professional Quotient (PQ), host Jason Winningham sits down with Katie Steinberg, Director of Growth at MarketScale, for a candid conversation packed with practical sales career advice, focusing on what really drives success in B2B sales beyond cold calls and quotas.Katie’s approach to sales is refreshingly human. She prioritizes listening over pitching and sees herself as a “cheerleader” helping clients build confidence. From her start in sports broadcasting to leading growth at MarketScale, she shares how adaptability, empathy, and self-trust shaped her path. She speaks openly about navigating imposter syndrome, learning to tru...
2025-06-1814 minProfessional QuotientLiz Atlee on Leadership Confidence and Letting Go of Doubt – Raise Your Hand Anyway, Even When You Feel UnsureIn this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham welcomes legal powerhouse and mentor extraordinaire Liz Atlee for an honest conversation about leadership confidence, imposter syndrome, transparency in leadership, and the importance of simply raising your hand—even when you feel unsure.Liz brings a wealth of experience navigating high-stakes legal and executive roles while raising three children, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and investing in women-led startups through How Women Lead. Today, she serves as Board Chair of a renewable energy startup and teaches future lawyers at USC.Jason an...
2025-06-1831 minProfessional QuotientAsking Questions Works: Career Resilience, Mentorship, and Real Growth in Real Estate and BeyondIn this inspiring episode of PQ: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham sits down with Rosanna Hudson—affectionately known as “RoRo”—to explore how career resilience fuels the development of professional equity through trust, adaptability, and the courage to ask better questions.Rosanna is a seasoned real estate broker licensed in both Texas and California, with a journey that spans industrial, commercial, retail, and residential real estate. But more than that, she’s someone who understands that building a meaningful career isn’t about titles or climbing ladders. It’s about growing through relationships, taking bold chances, and l...
2025-06-1131 minProfessional QuotientReclaiming Your Voice Is a Leadership Move That Grows Professional EquityIn the very first episode of PQ: Conversations That Build Equity, host Jason Winningham shares his inspiring journey applauding the transformative power of 'Professional Quotient' or PQ. This podcast series aims to explore the concept of PQ, defined as a sum of one’s professional equity, encompassing skills, knowledge, experiences, education, and network.In this episode, Jason encourages you to think about your professional equity in similar terms to financial equity, something that not just exists, but can grow and be leveraged over time. Jason further discusses his professional journey and his initial struggles in understanding the pr...
2025-06-0518 min
Palomitas y refrescosEpisodio 4 - T/3- "El visitante", serie de MaxGaliana y JR comentan para el blog galianaycia.com la serie de Max "El visitante" (The Outsider) basada en la novela de tíltulo homónimo de Stephen King.
La serie consta de diez episodios dirigida por Jason Bateman producida por Richard Price.
Sinopsis oficial: La historia parte del cruel asesinato de un niño de solo 11 años en un pueblo en el que, hasta entonces, nunca había sucedido nada similar.Todo apunta (pruebas forenses y testigos) a que el culpable es el querido profesor y entrenador juvenil Terry Maitland, sin embargo hay pruebas contundentes de que estaba a más de c...
2024-09-1324 min
Fabulous Film & FriendsEp. #89: Tombstone v. Wyatt EarpSend us a textThis week on Fabulous Film & Friends it’s the moment all yall cowpokes been watin’ fer. We’re biting the bullet and comparing the two star-studded “Gunfight at the OK Corral” epics, pitting 1993’s Tombstone directed by George Pan Cosmatos starring Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Sam Elliot, Bill Paxton, Powers Boothe, Michael Biehn, Stephen Lang, Dana Delany, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Joanna Pacula Michael Rooker, Thomas Hayden Church, Jason Priestly, Billy Zane, Billy Bob Thornton, Charleton Heston and Robert Mitchum against 1994’s Wyatt Earp directed by Lawrence Kasdan and starring Kevin...
2024-08-061h 02
All '80s Movies PodcastSt. Elmo's Fire (1985)"They thought they'd be friends forever, but forever couldn't last." In this week's episode, we discuss the movie that coined the term "Brat Pack", 'St. Elmo's Fire.' The movie stars Demi Moore, Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson and Mare Winningham. Directed by Joel Schumacher. St. Elmo's Fire - IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090060/?ref_=tttg_ov St. Elmo's Fire - Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/st_elmos_fire "Hollywood's Brat Pack" by David Blum, New Yorker Article: https://nymag.com/movies/features/49902/ Brats - IMDB...
2024-03-081h 29
Elevate ConstructionEp.923 - Spirituality, Feat. Brian WinninghamIn this podcast we cover: The meaning of spirituality. How religion and spirtuality are different. Why everyone needs to develop their spiritual selves. How this is needed in construction. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.c...
2023-10-0651 min
Post Credits Podcast349 A - A Haunting In Venice0:15:30 - Box Office and upcoming releases.
0:22:15 *** What's Streaming *** AMAZON
BROTHERS, Dir. Jim Sheridan – Jake Gyllenhaal, Tobey Maguire, Natalie Portman, Sam Shepard, Mare Winningham, Bailee Madison, Taylor Green, Clifton Collins Jr., Carey Mulligan, Ethan Suplee, 2009.
AMADEUS, Dir. Milos Foreman – F. Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce, Elizabeth Berridge, Roy Dotrice, Simon Callow, Jeffrey Jones. 1984.
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS, Dir. John Francis Daley / Jonathan Goldstein – Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Rege-Jean Page, Justice Smith, Sophia Lillis, Hugh Grant, Chloe Coleman, Daisy Head. 2023
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AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM – Jason Mamoa, Ben Affleck, Patrick Wil...
2023-09-261h 20Elevate ConstructionEp.615 - The Mental Health Crisis in Construction, Feat. a blog by Brian M. WinninghamIn this podcast we cover: The current state of mental health in construction. Why the suicide rate is so high in construction. What we can do about it. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · leanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · leanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQ...
2022-08-0325 min
Legend Rewind PodcastLegend Rewind Podcast - Episode 12 - Jason WinninghamRusty Ellis talks with former professional basketball player, and owner of Legacy Athletics Jason Winningham about his time in basketball, training of athletes and much more!
2021-11-0334 min
Hooked on BooksThe Boy in the Black Suit by Jason Reynolds Read by Wendy KovachGenre: Realistic Fiction Soon after his mother's death, Matt takes a job at a funeral home in his tough Brooklyn neighborhood and, while attending and assisting with funerals, begins to accept her death and his responsibilities as a man.
2021-07-0212 min
Hooked on BooksLong Way Down by Jason ReynoldsGenre: Realistic Fiction As Will, fifteen, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know.
2021-06-0811 min
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Book to Screen ClubBook to Screen Club: News of the World by Paulette JilesThis week we are looking at should-have-been-at-a-cinema-but-is-on-streaming release, News of the World. Based off the book by Pualette Jiles (2016), and was released on Netflix on February 10th, 2021. It was directed by Paul Greengrass (Jason Bourne/Bourne Ultimatum/Borne Supremacy, and Captain Phillips), and adapted by him and Luke Davies (Catch-22, Beautiful Boy, Lion, and Life). It stars Tom Hanks (Captain Kidd), Helena Zengel (Johanna), Elizabeth Marvel (Mrs Gannet), Winsome Brown (Anna Leonberger) Neil Sandilands (Wilhelm Leonberger), Micheal Colvino (Almay), Ray Mckinnon (Simon Boudlin), Mare Winningham (Doris Boudlin), Fred Hechinger (John Calley). It was produced by Perfect World Pictures, Playtone...
2021-03-261h 33
Tasteful Tuesday's First ChaptersLook Both Ways: A tale told in ten blocks by Jason ReynoldsA collection of ten short stories that all take place in the same day about kids walking home from school.
2021-02-0221 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 034 – The Cable Guy This week on Total Movie Recall, Steve and Ryan light a candle for all the former child stars doing porn and robbing gas stations and lament the end of trashy 90s television — the genital warts of American society. We watched The Cable Guy and discovered that Americans would rather have their comedic heroes talking out of their rectums than critiquing our dumb media consumption. Put on your Doc Martens and pop in your Mazzy Star mix CD because we go back to a morally murky time — the 1990s. The Cable Guy (1996) d. Ben Stil...
2020-08-1700 min