In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea interviews Maranda Adams, co-CEO of Blair Freeman, a women-owned construction firm. Maranda shares her journey from establishing a real estate investment company in 2010 to co-founding Blair Freeman in 2018. She discusses the significance of North Omaha, the challenges and triumphs in the construction industry, and the importance of being solution-driven, innovative, and empathetic. Adams also emphasizes the value of mentorship, shared leadership, and the role of community support in balancing personal and professional life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and community transformation.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:04 Meet Miranda Adams: Visionary Leader

00:57 The Birth of Blair Freeman

02:04 Revitalizing North Omaha

03:12 Miranda's Real Estate Journey

07:38 Shared Leadership at Blair Freeman

10:26 Balancing Leadership and Family

16:18 Integration Over Balance

17:53 Balancing Family and Business

18:25 The Power of Networking

19:43 Navigating Business Challenges

22:37 Team Communication and Problem Solving

23:36 Encouraging Careers in Construction

25:27 Leadership and Mentorship

29:13 Future Goals and Expansion

36:42 The Importance of Service

In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, Andrea emphasizes the importance of mentorship as a strategic advantage for companies. She discusses her Forbes article titled “Mentorship as a Strategic Advantage: A Low-Cost, High-Impact Approach” and introduces her book “Set Up for Success at Work: A Mentorship Guide and Journal for Mentors and Mentees.” Andrea highlights the benefits of mentorship, such as enhancing employee development, boosting engagement and retention, and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration. She also provides actionable insights on establishing a successful mentorship program and details how her guide can facilitate this process.

00:00 Welcome to the Voice of Influence Podcast

01:10 Introduction to Mentorship

01:40 The Importance of Mentorship

06:15 Keys to a Successful Mentorship Program

14:11 Mentorship Guide and Journal Overview

20:26 Special Offers and Conclusion

In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea and Rosanne Moore delve into a deeper discussion about Andrea's interview with Anna LeBaron, who shared her traumatic experiences in a violent polygamist cult led by her father. They explore the concept of spiritual bypass and how Anna used religious practices to suppress emotional pain, before eventually addressing it.

They discuss the challenges of healing from deep trauma in layers, the importance of education and information exposure, and the role of memoirs like 'Educated' by Tara Westover. They also touch on cultural awareness raised by the docuseries 'Shiny Happy People' and the damaging control dynamics in high-control religious environments. The episode concludes with personal reflections on finding one's voice and maintaining curiosity and openness in conversations, especially when discussing contentious or polarizing issues.

Mentioned in this Episode:

352: Escaping & Healing From a Violent Cult with Anna LeBaron & Ruth Wariner
353: Healing from Religious Abuse with Anna LeBaron
Book: The Polygamist’s Daughter by Anna LeBaron
Book: The Sound of Gravel by Ruth Wariner
Hulu Docuseries “Daughters of the Cult”
Book: Educated by Tara Westover
Prime Docuseries “Shiny Happy People”

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:55 Understanding Spiritual Bypass

03:36 The Importance of Lament

07:17 Healing in Layers

12:49 The Role of Education in Healing

15:57 Navigating New Ideas and Beliefs

25:12 The Power of Listening First

26:31 Finding Your Voice: A Journey of Healing

27:35 Navigating the World of Dating After Abuse

31:41 Shiny Happy People: Exposing Spiritual Abuse

39:43 Bill Gothard and the IBLP: A Framework for Control

48:38 The Challenge of Self-Reflection and Growth