This week, Jada and Kim sit down with Nola Grant, Executive Vice President of Human Resources at Harvest Hope and former Chief HR Officer at Nephron Pharmaceuticals. Nola’s story is one of resilience, service, and unshakable authenticity. From her early days as a scholar-athlete and Miss South Carolina to her two decades leading HR teams across industries, she shares the pivotal lessons that shaped her leadership philosophy.

Nola opens up about the defining “lead through it” moment of her career, when standing firm in her values put her at odds with a toxic environment. With candor and grace, she reflects on the power of pausing, the importance of self-leadership, and the discipline of pouring out of your overflow rather than an empty cup.

Along the way, Jada and Kim explore practical strategies leaders can use when faced with adversity: connecting to your “why,” practicing self-reflection, and strengthening the muscle of calm under pressure.

Whether you’re an aspiring professional or a seasoned executive, this conversation is packed with wisdom about integrity, growth, and what it truly means to lead through hard seasons.

If today’s conversation resonated, connect with us and be part of the community of leaders who refuse to lead alone.

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In this episode, Jada and Kim get real about what it means to lead in 2025, a year already marked by uncertainty, whiplash, and constant change. From funding cuts and political shifts to burnout and pressure on high-performers, they unpack the realities leaders are facing and why “back to basics” is the key strategy right now.

Jada shares how she grew and sold her HR consulting firm by leaning into crisis moments, like the chaos of COVID, and how solving urgent, immediate problems fueled massive growth. Together, Jada and Kim offer practical tools leaders can apply today: asking the right questions, identifying the one thing that matters most, shrinking the change, and rallying your people instead of going it alone.

Whether you’re a CEO, nonprofit leader, or entrepreneur, this conversation will remind you that progress, not perfection, creates resilience.

If today’s conversation resonated, connect with us and be part of the community of leaders who refuse to lead alone.

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In this episode, leadership experts Kim Andrews and Jada Willis come together to share how a chance meeting over coffee turned into a powerful professional partnership. What began as two competitive voices in the leadership development space quickly evolved into a friendship built on shared values and complementary approaches to guiding leaders.

Listeners will hear a dynamic conversation at the intersection of strategy, culture, and self-leadership. Kim and Jada unpack how balancing vision with practical steps can transform communication, strengthen teams, and drive organizational effectiveness. Their stories and insights provide reassurance to leaders who may feel isolated, offering practical tools, clarity, and confidence to face challenges head-on.

Whether you’re a seasoned executive or just beginning your leadership journey, this episode delivers actionable takeaways on how to lead with impact and build a sustainable path forward.

If today’s conversation resonated, connect with us and be part of the community of leaders who refuse to lead alone.

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