The BE Series: Untold Stories of Leadership Transformation

BE a Coach — Mary Burlingame Interview

Mary Burlingame was Tina's very first coach, and she taught her lots of bedrock lessons in leadership! From leading through passion, to responding vs. reacting, to how precious time really is — Mary's intentional lifestyle with touch you and challenge you. What is T's Takeaway? "You can have anything you want... if you really want it."

BE a Visionary — Nate Meador Interview

From the hair industry to the health industry, Nate Meador's story of internal and external transformation will inspire you. As a senior in high school Nate put together a business plan to buy a radio station, and from there his career skyrocketed because he valued education (even when it meant working for free!). Learn how he lost 70 lbs in six months, how to develop courage, what it means to do the right thing for the right reason, and how to be ok with rejection. What is T's Takeaway? "When you start paying attention to yourself, others will pay attention to you."

BE Supportive — Lance Courtney Interivew

From comedian to VP of EasiHair Pro, Lance Courtney talks about several transformational moments you don't want to miss. In this episode we cover customer service, emotional intelligence, conflict confrontation, and every human being's greatest superpower — the power of choice. What is T's Takeaway? "You can complain or you can contribute."

BE Tenacious ⁠— Trevor Muir Interview

Trevor Muir discovered the power of his story when as a high school teacher his students found his mug shot online. From failing his speech class to giving speeches to a living, he shares about going fully after life no matter how old you are. What is T's Takeaway? "Soft skills are actually the essential skills."

BE a Connector — Aaron Hulett Interview

Aaron Hulett is a dynamic triplet and the founder of ArcorFit.com. As a natural leader and "people person," he teaches us lessons about how to control your habits, spiritual fitness, loving others, and how to get honest with yourself to initiate change. What is T's Takeaway? "To be a connector you have to first connect with yourself."

BE Magical — Sarah Kobeski Interview

There's no one more fit to talk about being magical than Sarah Kobeski, a Learning Leader, National Educator, and Advanced Educator at Paul Mitchell Schools! Tune in as we discuss the power of words and thoughts, the ongoing process of transformation, and the wild force of gratitude. What is T's Takeaway? "You're never stuck."

BE 100% — Steven Birkenhaur Interview

Steven Birkenhaur was asked in the beginning of his career with Tina, “how much should you be paid?” and he answered, “pay me whatever you normally pay. I’ll earn my raises.”  Steven talks about where that work ethic comes from, what drove him to walk into Alcoholics Anonymous for the first time, and how to give life your all. What is T's Takeaway? “Walking through asking for forgiveness helped me forgive myself.”

BE Useful — Laurie Wilson Interview

Tina talks with Laurie Wilson, the Executive Director of Youth For Christ (East Michigan), in this episode. As a former teacher, athletic director, and principal Laurie gives wisdom on how to find your purpose when you feel stuck in your job! Laurie shares three secrets to retaining volunteers and staff, tips for building up youth, and more. What is T's Takeaway? "What you expect, inspect.”

BE a Leader — Lift Your Leadership Lid

Reality check! You probably have a "Leadership Lid," and this episode is all about getting rid of it. Remember, growth comes first from knowing yourself, and second from growing yourself. BUT the key here is this: you have to know yourself to grow yourself. Tina talks about the moment when her staff all brought her in a room and told her what a horrible boss she was. She learned the reality of her leadership, and from there she was able to grow. 

BE Conscious — Cheryl Burton Interview

We all function based on what is in our unconscious, but few of us take the time to unpack our inner worlds. Cheryl Burton is the CEO of her own psychotherapy business, where she helps people get out of their own way so that they can understand why they’re not achieving what they want to achieve. What is T’s Takeaway? Depression is often anger turned inward.