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Brand Building: Works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, and sharpen their focus.

Brand Building: Works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, and sharpen their focus.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Benjamin Kenyon.

A veteran NBA performance coach and founder of Client Performance Coaching.

🎙️ Interview Summary

Benjamin Kenyon shares his journey from aspiring coach at age 13 to becoming a performance coach in the NBA, including his role with the Philadelphia 76ers. He now works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, sharpen focus, and find clarity. The conversation explores the parallels between elite athletes and business leaders, emphasizing preparation, recovery, and purpose as keys to sustained success.

Background: 11 seasons in the NBA, now coaching executives

2. Kenyon’s Journey

  • Early passion for sports and coaching
  • Transition into NBA coaching
  • Training MVPs and future Hall of Famers

3. Coaching Philosophy

  • Importance of execution and being in the right rooms
  • Purpose-driven mindset over just athletic skill
  • Energy and personality as differentiators

4. Public Life & Athlete Mindsets

  • Impact of public salaries and visibility
  • Three types of athlete responses to fame:
    • Overexposed
    • Balanced
    • Wise and grounded

5. Kobe Bryant’s Work Ethic

  • Comparison of Kobe and Shaq’s training philosophies
  • Translating athletic discipline to executive performance

6. Preparation vs. Burnout

  • Executives often “run into the day” without warming up
  • Importance of morning routines (music, journaling, meditation)
  • Recovery as a critical component of performance

7. Burnout & Support Systems

  • Rushion’s personal burnout story (2003)
  • Kenyon’s advice: build community, seek mentors, and reduce ego
  • Importance of self-awareness and asking for help

8. Confidence After Setbacks

  • Athletes recovering from injury vs. executives recovering from business failure
  • Reconnecting with purpose and values
  • Refreshing support systems and team dynamics

9. Client Performance Coaching Framework

  • CLIMB Framework:
    • Foundation: beliefs, core values, support system, vision, ownership
    • Growth: health, performance, mind-body improvement
    • Achievement: leadership, emotional intelligence, giving back

10. Peak Performance & Motivation

  • Importance of repetition and “getting reps”
  • Luka Dončić’s transformation as a case study in motivation
  • Intrinsic vs. external motivation

11. Resetting for Success

  • Three-step process: Prepare, Perform, Recover
  • Daily habits to build consistency and legacy

🔑 Key Takeaways

  • Preparation and recovery are just as vital as performance.
  • Burnout is common at high levels—support systems and self-awareness are essential.
  • Purpose and values drive long-term success, not just financial goals.
  • Repetition and routine build consistency and peak performance.
  • Motivation must be intrinsic to be sustainable.
  • CLIMB Framework offers a structured path for personal and professional growth.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Brand Building: Works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, and sharpen their focus.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Benjamin Kenyon.

A veteran NBA performance coach and founder of Client Performance Coaching.

🎙️ Interview Summary

Benjamin Kenyon shares his journey from aspiring coach at age 13 to becoming a performance coach in the NBA, including his role with the Philadelphia 76ers. He now works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, sharpen focus, and find clarity. The conversation explores the parallels between elite athletes and business leaders, emphasizing preparation, recovery, and purpose as keys to sustained success.

Background: 11 seasons in the NBA, now coaching executives

2. Kenyon’s Journey

  • Early passion for sports and coaching
  • Transition into NBA coaching
  • Training MVPs and future Hall of Famers

3. Coaching Philosophy

  • Importance of execution and being in the right rooms
  • Purpose-driven mindset over just athletic skill
  • Energy and personality as differentiators

4. Public Life & Athlete Mindsets

  • Impact of public salaries and visibility
  • Three types of athlete responses to fame:
    • Overexposed
    • Balanced
    • Wise and grounded

5. Kobe Bryant’s Work Ethic

  • Comparison of Kobe and Shaq’s training philosophies
  • Translating athletic discipline to executive performance

6. Preparation vs. Burnout

  • Executives often “run into the day” without warming up
  • Importance of morning routines (music, journaling, meditation)
  • Recovery as a critical component of performance

7. Burnout & Support Systems

  • Rushion’s personal burnout story (2003)
  • Kenyon’s advice: build community, seek mentors, and reduce ego
  • Importance of self-awareness and asking for help

8. Confidence After Setbacks

  • Athletes recovering from injury vs. executives recovering from business failure
  • Reconnecting with purpose and values
  • Refreshing support systems and team dynamics

9. Client Performance Coaching Framework

  • CLIMB Framework:
    • Foundation: beliefs, core values, support system, vision, ownership
    • Growth: health, performance, mind-body improvement
    • Achievement: leadership, emotional intelligence, giving back

10. Peak Performance & Motivation

  • Importance of repetition and “getting reps”
  • Luka Dončić’s transformation as a case study in motivation
  • Intrinsic vs. external motivation

11. Resetting for Success

  • Three-step process: Prepare, Perform, Recover
  • Daily habits to build consistency and legacy

🔑 Key Takeaways

  • Preparation and recovery are just as vital as performance.
  • Burnout is common at high levels—support systems and self-awareness are essential.
  • Purpose and values drive long-term success, not just financial goals.
  • Repetition and routine build consistency and peak performance.
  • Motivation must be intrinsic to be sustainable.
  • CLIMB Framework offers a structured path for personal and professional growth.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Faith and Resilience: Lost a high-level executive job due to injury but still found fulfilment.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kelenda Annette Baird.

  • Title: Miss Corporate America
  • Roles: Chief Revenue Officer of Reed’s Hideaway & Founder of Limitless
  • Location: Based in Chelan, WA; works in Monticello, MS

🏆 Achievements & Recognition

  • Won Miss Corporate America after being recruited for her achievements in business and community impact.
  • Personally mentored and endorsed by legendary speaker Les Brown.
  • Overcame a traumatic car accident just before starting a dream job and still pursued her speaking career.

💼 Professional Journey

  • Reed’s Hideaway: A 250-acre multi-venue estate in Mississippi for weddings, retreats, and events.
  • Limitless: A social purpose corporation focused on helping at-risk youth and survivors of trafficking, inspired by her global humanitarian work.

💪 Themes of Resilience & Faith

  • Survived domestic abuse and a near-fatal car accident.
  • Lost a high-level executive job due to injury but found a more fulfilling opportunity.
  • Emphasizes faith, adaptability, and purpose-driven work.

💡 Motivational Insights

  • Encourages others to pursue meaningful work and not fear change.
  • Believes in combining purpose and profit.
  • Advocates for mentorship and lifelong learning (e.g., Stanford online courses).

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Faith and Resilience: Lost a high-level executive job due to injury but still found fulfilment.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kelenda Annette Baird.

  • Title: Miss Corporate America
  • Roles: Chief Revenue Officer of Reed’s Hideaway & Founder of Limitless
  • Location: Based in Chelan, WA; works in Monticello, MS

🏆 Achievements & Recognition

  • Won Miss Corporate America after being recruited for her achievements in business and community impact.
  • Personally mentored and endorsed by legendary speaker Les Brown.
  • Overcame a traumatic car accident just before starting a dream job and still pursued her speaking career.

💼 Professional Journey

  • Reed’s Hideaway: A 250-acre multi-venue estate in Mississippi for weddings, retreats, and events.
  • Limitless: A social purpose corporation focused on helping at-risk youth and survivors of trafficking, inspired by her global humanitarian work.

💪 Themes of Resilience & Faith

  • Survived domestic abuse and a near-fatal car accident.
  • Lost a high-level executive job due to injury but found a more fulfilling opportunity.
  • Emphasizes faith, adaptability, and purpose-driven work.

💡 Motivational Insights

  • Encourages others to pursue meaningful work and not fear change.
  • Believes in combining purpose and profit.
  • Advocates for mentorship and lifelong learning (e.g., Stanford online courses).

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Faith and Resilience: Lost a high-level executive job due to injury but still found fulfilment.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kelenda Annette Baird.

  • Title: Miss Corporate America
  • Roles: Chief Revenue Officer of Reed’s Hideaway & Founder of Limitless
  • Location: Based in Chelan, WA; works in Monticello, MS

🏆 Achievements & Recognition

  • Won Miss Corporate America after being recruited for her achievements in business and community impact.
  • Personally mentored and endorsed by legendary speaker Les Brown.
  • Overcame a traumatic car accident just before starting a dream job and still pursued her speaking career.

💼 Professional Journey

  • Reed’s Hideaway: A 250-acre multi-venue estate in Mississippi for weddings, retreats, and events.
  • Limitless: A social purpose corporation focused on helping at-risk youth and survivors of trafficking, inspired by her global humanitarian work.

💪 Themes of Resilience & Faith

  • Survived domestic abuse and a near-fatal car accident.
  • Lost a high-level executive job due to injury but found a more fulfilling opportunity.
  • Emphasizes faith, adaptability, and purpose-driven work.

💡 Motivational Insights

  • Encourages others to pursue meaningful work and not fear change.
  • Believes in combining purpose and profit.
  • Advocates for mentorship and lifelong learning (e.g., Stanford online courses).

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Overcoming the Odds: She grew up on a cotton farm as one of 17 children and overcame domestic violence, and poverty.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mildred J. Mills.

Topic: Life journey, resilience, and her memoir Daddy’s House: A Daughter’s Memoir of Setbacks, Triumphs, and Rising Above Her Roots

Mildred J. Mills shares her powerful story of growing up on a cotton farm in Alabama as one of 17 children, overcoming domestic violence, poverty, and systemic barriers to become a successful IT executive, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. Her memoir is a testament to resilience, faith, and self-determination.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

  1. Promote her memoir and its message of overcoming adversity.
  2. Inspire entrepreneurs and small business owners with her story of resilience and reinvention.
  3. Highlight the importance of storytelling as a healing and motivational tool.
  4. Encourage faith over fear in personal and professional growth.

🔑 Key Takeaways 🌾 Humble Beginnings

  • Grew up on a 60-acre cotton farm in Whitaker, Alabama.
  • Picking cotton was physically brutal and emotionally taxing.

“You’re bent at a 90-degree angle all day picking cotton… it hurts.”

📚 Writing the Memoir

  • Wrote the book after age 60 to heal and share wisdom.
  • Did not consult her husband before publishing — it was her story to tell.

“I didn’t want anybody telling me… ‘Why didn’t you do it this way?’ It is my story.”

💪 Resilience Defined

  • Resilience means getting up after being knocked down.
  • She credits her mother’s wisdom and her own determination.

“Failure is not an option… I wasn’t going back to that cotton field.”

🧠 Faith Over Fear

  • Her guiding principle is faith over fear — trusting in the journey despite uncertainty.

“Fear sits on your shoulder and says you’re not good enough. Faith says walk through the door.”

🏫 Education & Mentorship

  • A white teacher saw potential in her and helped her escape the cotton fields by recommending a tech school.
  • Her father, despite initial hesitation, paid for her education in cash.

“He paid \$500 in 1969 — a lot of money for a farmer.”

👩‍💻 Career & Independence

  • Became an IT executive, starting in 1969 as a computer programmer.
  • Advocates for women’s financial independence and self-worth.

“God gave me gifts that I must share… I’m not going to depend on somebody else.”

📖 Future Projects

  • Upcoming book: The Hope Club — explores the impact of incarceration on families, especially children.

“I’ve seen what such a life can do to children… it breaks up families.”

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “Do the best you can with what you have.” — Her mother’s mantra.
  • “Don’t expect someone else to pay for your dreams.”
  • “I’m no victim. I’ve never been a victim.”
  • “We’re not dreaming big enough.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Overcoming the Odds: She grew up on a cotton farm as one of 17 children and overcame domestic violence, and poverty.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mildred J. Mills.

Topic: Life journey, resilience, and her memoir Daddy’s House: A Daughter’s Memoir of Setbacks, Triumphs, and Rising Above Her Roots

Mildred J. Mills shares her powerful story of growing up on a cotton farm in Alabama as one of 17 children, overcoming domestic violence, poverty, and systemic barriers to become a successful IT executive, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. Her memoir is a testament to resilience, faith, and self-determination.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

  1. Promote her memoir and its message of overcoming adversity.
  2. Inspire entrepreneurs and small business owners with her story of resilience and reinvention.
  3. Highlight the importance of storytelling as a healing and motivational tool.
  4. Encourage faith over fear in personal and professional growth.

🔑 Key Takeaways 🌾 Humble Beginnings

  • Grew up on a 60-acre cotton farm in Whitaker, Alabama.
  • Picking cotton was physically brutal and emotionally taxing.

“You’re bent at a 90-degree angle all day picking cotton… it hurts.”

📚 Writing the Memoir

  • Wrote the book after age 60 to heal and share wisdom.
  • Did not consult her husband before publishing — it was her story to tell.

“I didn’t want anybody telling me… ‘Why didn’t you do it this way?’ It is my story.”

💪 Resilience Defined

  • Resilience means getting up after being knocked down.
  • She credits her mother’s wisdom and her own determination.

“Failure is not an option… I wasn’t going back to that cotton field.”

🧠 Faith Over Fear

  • Her guiding principle is faith over fear — trusting in the journey despite uncertainty.

“Fear sits on your shoulder and says you’re not good enough. Faith says walk through the door.”

🏫 Education & Mentorship

  • A white teacher saw potential in her and helped her escape the cotton fields by recommending a tech school.
  • Her father, despite initial hesitation, paid for her education in cash.

“He paid \$500 in 1969 — a lot of money for a farmer.”

👩‍💻 Career & Independence

  • Became an IT executive, starting in 1969 as a computer programmer.
  • Advocates for women’s financial independence and self-worth.

“God gave me gifts that I must share… I’m not going to depend on somebody else.”

📖 Future Projects

  • Upcoming book: The Hope Club — explores the impact of incarceration on families, especially children.

“I’ve seen what such a life can do to children… it breaks up families.”

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “Do the best you can with what you have.” — Her mother’s mantra.
  • “Don’t expect someone else to pay for your dreams.”
  • “I’m no victim. I’ve never been a victim.”
  • “We’re not dreaming big enough.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overcoming the Odds: She grew up on a cotton farm as one of 17 children and overcame domestic violence, and poverty.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mildred J. Mills.

Topic: Life journey, resilience, and her memoir Daddy’s House: A Daughter’s Memoir of Setbacks, Triumphs, and Rising Above Her Roots

Mildred J. Mills shares her powerful story of growing up on a cotton farm in Alabama as one of 17 children, overcoming domestic violence, poverty, and systemic barriers to become a successful IT executive, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. Her memoir is a testament to resilience, faith, and self-determination.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

  1. Promote her memoir and its message of overcoming adversity.
  2. Inspire entrepreneurs and small business owners with her story of resilience and reinvention.
  3. Highlight the importance of storytelling as a healing and motivational tool.
  4. Encourage faith over fear in personal and professional growth.

🔑 Key Takeaways 🌾 Humble Beginnings

  • Grew up on a 60-acre cotton farm in Whitaker, Alabama.
  • Picking cotton was physically brutal and emotionally taxing.

“You’re bent at a 90-degree angle all day picking cotton… it hurts.”

📚 Writing the Memoir

  • Wrote the book after age 60 to heal and share wisdom.
  • Did not consult her husband before publishing — it was her story to tell.

“I didn’t want anybody telling me… ‘Why didn’t you do it this way?’ It is my story.”

💪 Resilience Defined

  • Resilience means getting up after being knocked down.
  • She credits her mother’s wisdom and her own determination.

“Failure is not an option… I wasn’t going back to that cotton field.”

🧠 Faith Over Fear

  • Her guiding principle is faith over fear — trusting in the journey despite uncertainty.

“Fear sits on your shoulder and says you’re not good enough. Faith says walk through the door.”

🏫 Education & Mentorship

  • A white teacher saw potential in her and helped her escape the cotton fields by recommending a tech school.
  • Her father, despite initial hesitation, paid for her education in cash.

“He paid \$500 in 1969 — a lot of money for a farmer.”

👩‍💻 Career & Independence

  • Became an IT executive, starting in 1969 as a computer programmer.
  • Advocates for women’s financial independence and self-worth.

“God gave me gifts that I must share… I’m not going to depend on somebody else.”

📖 Future Projects

  • Upcoming book: The Hope Club — explores the impact of incarceration on families, especially children.

“I’ve seen what such a life can do to children… it breaks up families.”

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “Do the best you can with what you have.” — Her mother’s mantra.
  • “Don’t expect someone else to pay for your dreams.”
  • “I’m no victim. I’ve never been a victim.”
  • “We’re not dreaming big enough.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uplift: While incarcerated, Dominique created a parole program that achieves an 82% success rate.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard.

Founder of Jus' Free, a parole package provider. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Incarceration to Inspiration

  • Dominique Leonard was sentenced to life in prison for a non-aggravated robbery.
  • He discovered that “life” sentences can vary, and his was eligible for parole after 5.5 to 6 years.
  • He was denied parole initially, which led him to take control of his own legal journey.

2. Birth of “Jus' Free”

  • After being denied parole, Dominique created his own parole package with the help of his family.
  • He realized many inmates are unaware of how they are presented to the parole board.
  • This inspired him to found Jus' Free, a service that helps inmates humanize themselves through custom parole packages.

3. Faith, Family, and Redemption

  • Dominique credits his faith and family for his transformation.
  • He emphasizes that making a bad decision doesn’t make someone a bad person.
  • His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

4. Entrepreneurial Journey

  • After release, he started with humble jobs and gradually built Just Free into a business.
  • He took a paralegal course to deepen his legal knowledge.
  • He began by contacting inmates directly and now boasts an 82% success rate in helping clients secure parole.

5. Impact and Legacy

  • Dominique’s work not only helps inmates but also supports their families.
  • His story is a reminder of the importance of empathy, support systems, and believing in redemption.

 

#AMI

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

 

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