In part two of my conversation with Selena Cuffe, we dive into her transition from running her own business to stepping back into the corporate world—while still managing Heritage Link Brands, her company that distributes black South African wine and products globally. Selena talks about what led her to take on leadership roles at SodexoMagic and now as Chief Growth Officer at Blackstone Consulting.

Curious about balancing both ENTREpreneurship and INTRApreneurship? You’re in the right place!

Resources mentioned:

Bragg, The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It by Peggy Klaus

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital available on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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You don’t have to be an entrepreneur to embody an entrepreneurial mindset within an organization. Today’s guest, Selena Cuffe, exemplifies both. She is the Chief Growth Officer at Blackstone Consulting AND the founder of Heritage Link Brands, a company recognized globally for opening commercial markets for black South African wine producers and their products.

In part one of our conversation, Selena opens up about her unique upbringing and the pivotal moments that inspired her to start her own business.

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital available on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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Today, instead of our usual episode, we’re sharing an episode from Say More with Tulaine Montgomery, a podcast we think you’ll love. I’ve known Tulaine for over 30 years and have deep respect for her and the work she does.

Tulaine is a venture philanthropist and the CEO of New Profit.

On her podcast, she chats with amazing people who are committed to positively impacting the world, all while focusing on self-care and uplifting each other. She also recently released a solo series and today, Tulaine is diving into a really important topic—Black women in leadership.

If you enjoy what you hear, be sure to follow this link to subscribe and explore more of her episodes.

if you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital available on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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Leading a truly successful business isn’t just about making the most money. It’s also about making a positive impact on your employees, your customers, and your community. For his entire career, Jeffrey Hollender, a.k.a “The Grandfather of Green”, has done just that. He is the co-founder of Seventh Generation, one of the first companies to make environmentally-friendly products, and an adjunct professor at NYU’s Stern Business School. If you want to be financially successful while doing good, this is a must-listen!

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital available on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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Have you ever been denied an opportunity? Was it for reasons unrelated to your capabilities? How did you handle it? Well astronaut, retired Air Force pilot, entrepreneur, and sculptor Ed Dwight was denied one of the biggest opportunities and took it in stride. How? He knew how to pivot. In this episode, he tells us about his extraordinary life and shares what he knows about excellence, resilience and change. If you need a jolt of inspiration and wisdom, have a listen.

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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Do you ever feel like people aren’t willing to invest in your future despite your success? Our guests today – Arlan Hamilton and Brittany Davis of Backstage Capital – have also been underestimated. In our conversation, they talk about how they jumped over that hurdle. We also talk about their venture capital firm specifically aimed at investing in other underestimated visionaries.

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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Do you want to grow your wealth? Valerie Mosley, founder of BrightUp, believes that you must start by knowing your worth. Today, she shares how she grew her self-confidence and success and how you can do the same.

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media @ArchieLJonesJr and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

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We all agree that you need ambition to become a successful leader. So why are we often reluctant to show it? On today’s episode, I’m talking to Shellye Archambeau, one of the first black female CEOs in Silicon Valley, a prolific board member and the author of “Unapologetically Ambitious.” Shellye and I talk about how you can harness and show your ambition while dealing with business setbacks and imposter syndrome.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Unapologetically Ambitious: Take Risks, Break Barriers, and Create Success on Your Own Terms by Shellye Archambeau

If you are a leader or aspiring to be one, follow me on social media and visit archieljonesjr.com for tips and resources. There, you can also order my book: The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital on Amazon and other retailers.

If you want to learn more about our work at NxGen COACH Network, visit nxgencoachnetwork.com.

Training Camp For Leaders with Archie L. Jones Jr. is produced by NxGen COACH Network and our Webby-winning partner, Hueman Group Media.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.