Conversations with Carole is back in action, and this week’s episode is one you will not want to miss.

My guest is Linda Turnbull, a remarkable business leader, human resources professional, entrepreneur, woman of faith, and community advocate.

Together with her husband, Clayton, Linda owns and operates 30 Dunkin locations in Boston, Quincy, and Logan Airport, along with a manufacturing facility in Roxbury. Their organization has grown from one location to a thriving enterprise employing approximately 500 people.

Linda takes us behind the scenes of that extraordinary journey. She shares the grit, commitment, teamwork, and strong people practices required to build and sustain a successful business. She also explains why every entrepreneur and business owner should include a strong human resources strategy in their business plan.

But Linda’s story extends far beyond business success.

She is deeply committed to strengthening the community, developing women, and helping others discover their purpose. During our conversation, Linda introduces two exciting women’s events sponsored by Bethel AME Church in Boston.

The Significant Women’s Weekend takes place September 25 through September 27, 2026. This inspiring experience will celebrate sisterhood, wellness, faith, purpose, and the extraordinary legacy of Rev. Dr. Gloria White Hammond. Activities will include Pearls and Denims, a wellness experience, meditation, a sound bath, meaningful conversations, worship, and opportunities to build new relationships.

The Bethel Women’s Conference will take place October 24, 2026, at Simmons University. The conference will offer women an opportunity to explore healing, personal growth, purpose, networking, and becoming the best version of themselves.

Both events are open to the community. Women of every background are welcome.

As Linda reminds us, women spend so much time caring for their families, careers, churches, businesses, and communities that they do not always make time to care for themselves. These events offer an opportunity to pause, rejuvenate, recalibrate, and move forward with renewed clarity.

Listen to this powerful episode of Conversations with Carole and discover what can happen when business leadership, faith, sisterhood, and community service come together.

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COMPLETE CONFERENCE INFORMATION AT:

www.BethelAME.org/significant

www.BethelAME.org

CONVERSATIONS WITH CAROLE IS BACK!! After pausing in 2025, we're back with exciting new topics and guests!!

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On today's Podcast...

What happens when the business you carefully built suddenly disappears?

That is exactly what happened to entrepreneur, photographer, and branding professional Tiffany Arnold when the COVID pandemic brought the live events industry to a halt.

Before the pandemic, Tiffany had invested in photography equipment, artificial intelligence technology, a custom photo booth, and an innovative business model designed to serve conferences and special events. When the contracts stopped, she was forced to reevaluate everything.

She eventually relocated from California to Amarillo, Texas, rebuilt her photography business, and expanded her services to help entrepreneurs and small business owners improve their branding and marketing.

In this new episode of Conversations with Carole, Tiffany and I discuss the power of professional reinvention, the value of lifelong learning, the realities of running a small business, and the courage required to pivot when circumstances change.

Her story offers an important lesson for every leader and entrepreneur: Reinvention is not a sign that you failed. It is evidence that you were willing to adapt.

Learn more about Tiffany at www.eventstapic.com

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On Instagram: BrandingAmarillotx

In today’s episode of Conversations With Carole, we explore the power of language and the unintended consequences of everyday words and phrases. What you say may seem harmless, but the impact on others can be lasting, offensive, or dismissive.

Carole breaks down eight common words and phrases that can trigger negative reactions, create distance, or reinforce harmful stereotypes. She explains why these expressions are problematic, shares cultural context, and offers better alternatives that promote respect and inclusion.

The eight words/phrases discussed include:

1. “You people” – why this collective phrase often sounds derogatory.
2. “People of color” – how usage depends on context and confidence.
3. “Colored people” – why this outdated term is unacceptable in the U.S. today.
4. “Articulate” – how it can feel condescending when applied selectively.
5. “Poor communities” – the hidden implications behind labeling.
6. “Safe neighborhood” (or its opposite “crime-ridden”) – the coded language of geography.
7. “Idyllic life” – how this phrase privileges some lifestyles while dismissing others.
8. “Broken home” – why this term can be inaccurate and painful, and what to say instead
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Carole draws from history, current events, and personal experience to demonstrate how these words can alienate others—even when not intended. By choosing more accurate and respectful language, we can create conversations that connect rather than divide.

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Discover how Carole can support your organization with keynote speaking, leadership training, and consulting solutions—visit www.carolecopelandthomas.com