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Outlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongFrom Busy To Aligned Living | Shermain Melton | Ep 891Join our Free Skool Community and let's practise this together: https://outliersedge.com/now-pod “What energizes you? That’s the unlock."Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Shermain Melton for a deep jam on what it means to design life and business for impact, not just hustle. We challenge each other on playing big, building true community, and why the right energy will scale your movement more than spreadsheets ever will. If you’re done playing the minor leagues and ready to change the world, listen up.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiama...
2026-02-0337 minOutlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongTurning Pain Into Power Moves | Shermain Melton | Ep 888Join our Free Skool Community and let's practise this together: https://outliersedge.com/now-pod “I no longer had room to try and perfect… I just got to get the minutes!”Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Shermain Melton as we smash perfection and get real about the moment you truly decide to play your big game. This one is all about stepping out of thought loops and into radical accountability for your mission—especially when your whole soul says yes, but the world hasn’t caught up yet. If you’ve ever felt called to more, or wondered how...
2026-01-2727 min
The Black Belt in LeadershipThe Courage to Be Seen with Shermain Melton: Authentic Leadership and the Power of TruthWhat does it take to live your truth and lead with authenticity?In this inspiring episode of The Black Belt in Leadership, Aslak de Silva speaks with Shermain Melton, executive coach, international speaker, and host of Courage to Impact. Born with only a 10 percent chance to live, Shermain rose from poverty to become a self-made millionaire before 30. Later, he walked away from a successful technology career to help others lead with courage and confidence.Together they explore:- How to stop hiding and show up as your full self- The truth...
2025-11-1136 min
Courage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP09: The Cost of Saying Yes | Sajjad NajafiShare the impact of this episode with usWhat if your biggest strength is actually your greatest weakness?In this raw coaching conversation, Sajjad Najafi thought he was coming to discuss time management. Instead, he discovered that his inability to say no was quietly destroying his marriage, draining his energy, and keeping him from owning the very gifts that could transform others.Listen as cultural conditioning around service gets exposed as a prison, and witness the moment someone realizes that hiding their light serves absolutely no one.Meet...
2025-08-1052 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP08: From Overthinking to Oval Office Dreams | Marcus McKibbenShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain coaches Marcus McKibben, a brilliant technology leader who escaped poverty yet finds himself paralyzed by his biggest dream: becoming President of the United States. Marcus is worried about not just the journey to his goal, but the overwhelming responsibilities that will come after achieving it.Here's how Marcus describes himself:I come from a place where nothing was promised—but everything was possible. Raised in poverty, I learned early that survival requires more than hope—it demands grit, vision, and relentless cour...
2025-06-2333 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP07: Courageous Coaching Conversation with MashShare the impact of this episode with usIn this Courageous Coaching Conversation, Mash brings a challenge to Shermain connected to strategy and Shermain guides him into uncovering his identity and what that matters. Mash realizes that he's already in action and needs to in his words de-choppify...Take a listen and enjoy!Here's his bio:Mash (which is short for “Matthew Schwab”) is a Startup Advisor, and an Executive Coach. He has two primary areas of expertise: (1) building, scaling and honing commercial processes, including sales, marketing and customer success; and (2) Leadership development, with...
2025-04-2434 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP06: Playing Bigger: A Guide to Mastering Uncomfortable Conversations | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIntroducing "Playing Bigger" – Shermain Melton's bold new series designed to transform how you lead. In this inaugural episode, Shermain breaks from polished perfection to deliver raw, authentic guidance on the conversations most leaders avoid. Shermain delivers a blueprint any leader can use to master the art of addressing difficult behaviors with courage and humanity.
2025-04-1613 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP05: Creating Safety in Chaos | Danny McAteeShare the impact of this episode with usToday's episode is really special. I'm doing something that is a first for me. Firsts always require the most courage, and I'm glad you're here to experience it with me, and my guest Danny. For over 4 years, I've been mortified to introduce live coaching to the podcast because I didn't want to get it wrong or fail, and guess what? I've finally done it! ... and it feels so good! Today you'll meet Danny. Danny is an amazing human with an interesting story you guys. He's gone...
2025-04-0756 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP04: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Encouragement Ecosystem | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain discusses creating an Encouragement Ecosystem. He outlines what it is, why it's important, and how to create it in 5 simple and effective steps.
2024-11-1110 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP03: Three Ways to Be at Your Most Courageous | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain defines Moments of Courage and shares an example from his life. He also delivers three ways to be at your most courageous.
2024-10-0708 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP02: Courage is the Conduit | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain shares a poem he wrote called Courage is the Conduit. He also shares 3 ways to play bigger in your personal and professional life.
2024-10-0311 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS3 EP01: Five ways to shift your energy | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain shares five ways to shift your energy so that you be in action more. He discusses what he's been up to the last two years as well as how to create an ecosystem that can encourage and inspire you on-demand.
2024-09-2416 minOutlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongHow to Stop Playing Small and Embrace Your True Potential | Shermain Melton | 481"Sometimes you have to go through the murky in order to see the clear path. Is my opinion, my perspective. Sometimes the murky is, is the is the journey, is part of the journey." Shermain MeltonJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for a powerful discussion with executive leadership coach Shermain Melton @shermainmelton about overcoming fear and self-doubt. Learn how connecting with your heart can transform your life and business.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing...
2024-06-2757 min
Culture Coach with Nikki LernerBlack, Gay, and ChristianToday I am interviewing my friend, Shermain Melton. Shermain describes himself as black, gay, and Christian. He gives us a generous look into what it's like to be him and how multicultural leaders can better serve people in these culture groups at work. Connect with me at nikkilerner.com
2023-03-0828 min
Enough, the PodcastI hid my true self to fit in, because I didn't feel enough. Shermain Melton #52Black. Gay. Christian. Shermain Melton spent much of his life hiding his sexual orientation and not feeling good enough. In this powerful 26-minute episode, you'll learn how Shermain spent years trying to push down his truth so that he'd fit in. One day he returned home to find his room upside down, bed flipped, drawers turned out, and he knew his truth was out. Shermain faced his biggest fear (tune in to hear how it went!) Learn how he took the powerful lessons of owning who he was, including his fears and vulnerabilities, and how he leads...
2023-02-1626 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2 EP09: The Courage to Commit | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain shares a story from his own life and tips on how to fully commit.
2022-06-0610 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2 EP08: Nine ways to become more disciplined | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain teaches 9 ways to become more disciplined so that you can win more.
2022-05-1310 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2 EP07: Courage to start...again | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain discusses the courage to start..again. He discusses starting versus finishing, simple versus easy, and gives tips on how to start..again.
2022-04-2209 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2 EP06 : Two distinctions of courage | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain discusses two distinctions of courage and he shares a story from his own life of hiding a part of himself for over 25 years. He found it easier to be accepted for being someone he wasn’t versus risking being rejected for being himself. Maybe you can relate?
2022-03-2908 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2 EP05 : The courage to stop hiding | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I get really vulnerable and discuss the courage to stop hiding. I hid certain parts of myself for a long time because I was scared. When you expose the fear, there's freedom, joy, and expansion on the other side. One part of the work that I do as a coach is helping people to stop hiding, to be themselves, and to live their truth. When you are yourself, great things happen.
2022-02-1908 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2EP04 : Bringing you back to your true self | Ashley ReedShare the impact of this episode with usMy guest in this episode is Ashley Reed. Ashley is a transformational teacher and guide. Ashley discusses her most courageous moment which involves having the courage to go inward and trust that soft voice instead of her ego. She discusses the impact she's making in the world, which relates to having the courage to go inward and the courage to trust that soft voice. Be sure to listen to how Ashley responds when we talk about failure. She shares her truth, and it's powerful. Enjoy this episode, and remember...
2021-12-1323 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2EP03: Courage to be authentically you I Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usI this episode, Shermain shares a story, some fears, doubts, and insecurities about being authentic. He also shares one way to be more authentic in your own life. Be courageous.
2021-11-1706 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2EP02: I was fed up and could no longer ignore it | Je'Von IknerShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a conversation with Je'Von. Je' Von the is Founder of The Rooted Man; a men's coaching program designed to help men connect to their soul and live more in alignment with their purpose and mission. Je'Von discusses being fed up, leaving a career on Wall Street, and stepping into the unknown. He knew that he needed a change and could no longer ignore his calling. He also discusses connecting to your purpose and your why.Here's more about Je'Von:After turning...
2021-11-1328 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS2EP01: I had to allow myself to break | Jared HardingShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a conversation with Jared Harding. Jared shares one of his most courageous moments: Battling grief and depression after his wife had multiple miscarriages. He discusses not wanting to look weak, not knowing how to communicate, and getting to a point where he realized he had to get help. He had to allow himself to break. He realized that he was not living life the way he wanted to, wasn't making the connections he wanted to, was being distant, and what was once natu...
2021-11-0856 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1EP10: Failed it-Season 1 | Charlotte Fowles, Daniel Allen, Eloise Eaton, Alex Dumas, Ashley Newberg, Forest MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usSome people see failure as a negative or as a deficit. The truth is, failure is the fastest way to learn, expand, and grow. It’s a really simple concept that's really hard to do. “Failed it” is a series of episodes dedicated to celebrating one thing. Failure. I believe the highest levels of growth, expansion, and freedom come as a result of failure. They’re all waiting on the other side of fear. I created failed it, from conversations with all of my guests this season. ...
2021-10-2026 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E9: Couraging-Season 1 | Charlotte Fowles, Daniel Allen, Eloise Eaton, Alex Dumas, Ashley Newberg, Forest MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usBrene Brown talks about “Couraging” in one of her talks. “Couraging” is how to grow your own courage. It’s a habit of repeatedly being courageous. It’s a way of dealing with uncertainty and risk head-on. By not shying away from the uncomfortable situations, and instead, using your voice and standing up especially when you’re not sure what will happen as a result.This episode is titled “Couraging.”This episode is focused on the answer to one question. That question is, “What advice would you give anyone who...
2021-10-1313 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E8: The courage to play bigger | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain discusses playing bigger along with some of the thinking that keeps people playing small. He gives 4 steps for how people can play bigger in their lives.Shermain's mission is to inspire people to be more courageous. Shermain Melton runs a leadership consultancy for leaders who want to make a bigger impact and want more courage, confidence, and support to make it a reality.
2021-09-2808 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E7: The courage to expand | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain talks about the courage to expand. He discusses some of the fears that can get in the way of making a bigger impact, what's on the other side of expansion and how you can expand if you choose to.
2021-09-1309 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E6: I was in shock and disbelief | Forest MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I interview my baby brother Forest - You'll hear me refer to him as Junior because that's what our family calls him. He is the founder of a non-profit and his mission is to change the lives of other people by putting good into this world. He discusses his story including the struggle of a breakup and a courageous conversation he had with our Dad. He shares the thoughts and beliefs he was holding onto, the weight that was lifted, and the bigness he fe...
2021-09-0736 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E5: Hope gave me the courage to be vulnerable | Ashley NewbergShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a courage conversation with Ashley Newberg. Her passion is for childhood and for parents. Ashley is on a mission to help parents to be able to enjoy parenthood while their kids are enjoying childhood. Ashley talks about one of her most courageous moments of going through intensive therapy, where she learns that there's nothing wrong with her. This moment was the foundation for her transformation into the Mom, leader, and the impact she is making today. She discusses growing up being afraid o...
2021-09-0630 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E4: I chose to shoot my shot | Alex DumasShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a courage conversation with Alex Dumas. Alex felt a sense of disconnection growing up and now helps people connect to their real identity and reconnect to their brilliance. His mission is to inspire, empower, and educate people and create space for people to be themselves and create endless possibilities. He shares about the confusion he felt growing up trying to find his identity, fit in, and be loved. He also shares how he bounced back from a failed business, the death of...
2021-09-0640 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E3: Look at me, just not in me | Eloise EatonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a courage conversation with Eloise. Eloise spent her childhood hiding her voice. She was afraid of being found out and feeling less than. Now, part of her mission and impact is about advocating for women. To help them not only become aware of the voices they're listening to but she empowers them to stop hiding and use it. She discusses her story including how she uses superhero moments to step into fear and be courageous as well as how life-changing one small a...
2021-09-0638 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E2: I was at a place of no return | Daniel AllenShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a courage conversation with Daniel Allen - DA. DA is on a mission to love and inspire people to live into more possibilities. His impact is about giving people hope and helping them not only see possibilities but take action towards them.I draw out one of DA's most courageous moments related to a decision he made to step away from a faith he grew up in and even led. He discusses why he made this decision and how it allowed him to...
2021-09-0627 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E1: The things we're hiding from are where the most growth is | Charlotte FowlesShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, I have a courageous conversation with Charlotte Fowles.Hiking alone and unsupported for days in the U.S. while on chemotherapy; freediving to 90ft on just one breath; crossing the Australian outback in an ancient 4 wheel drive...Charlotte is also known as ‘The Executive Adventurer’ and is an expert in silencing the inner critic and practicing resilience, confidence, and happiness. These moments sound courageous in themselves, and in this episode, Charlotte talks about the much deeper instances of courage that have...
2021-09-0651 minCourage to Impact with Shermain MeltonS1E0: I know what it's like | Shermain MeltonShare the impact of this episode with usIn this episode, Shermain gets vulnerable and connects with many struggles that people who want to be more courageous are facing.
2021-09-0606 min
The Virtual Campfire with Tony MartignettiLeading Others Without The Title Of Coach With Shermain MeltonYou don't have to be a coach to be a leader. You need to be someone you can trust with confidence. Meet Shermain Melton, a Creation Coach and Chief Courage Officer, who started as a boss in a Pizza Hut. He is now an up-and-coming entrepreneur who is changing lives as a coach. Join Tony Martignetti and Shermain in this episode, where Shermain shares how he was already a coach before he earned the title. He discusses his work experience in managing groups of people who trusted him to do the right thing all the time and why he sa...
2020-11-1822 min
Signs Of High Paid, High Performing, Happy EngineersHow to stop hiding and be yourself - an interview with problem-solver, coach and consultant Shermain MeltonBuild trust with your team by asking, "how are you and your family doing?" instead of superficially asking, "how are you doing?" To learn more growth tips, listen to this podcast from a leader who helps other leaders create their biggest dreams and tackle their biggest challenges. To learn more about Shermain Melton, visit the website below.
https://shermainmelton.com/
2020-07-2527 min