Baxter's Buzz

I recently had lunch with my friend and first ever client(!) and I wanted to tell them, "thank you" for trusting me and Kapnick. For most of us, we have to depend on people for many different things. Take a moment to tell clients, coworkers, and friends thank you for what they bring to your life and the opportunities that they have provided you. It goes a long way! #BaxtersBuzz #Gratitude #Network...

As leaders, part of our role is to invest and cultivate new leaders to eventually replace us. It's time to give your employees more responsibility if they're asking for it. Build a team that owns its work and feel like they are truly part of your company's future. #BaxtersBuzz #Leadership #Culture The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https://...

As Instagram changes how they want to display content, it made me think about the importance of flexibility in all areas of our lives. We don't make the rules (at least most of us don't), so we must show a willingness to be fluid and adjust when necessary. #BaxtersBuzz #Instagram #Flexibility   The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https:...

Zara and I have a new project: Working on a family photo album. Time flies and it may take a photo to slow you down for a moment to reflect on your journey. Pull up some old pictures and pat yourself on the back! #BaxtersBuzz The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https://amzn.to/37BIX44

What we see or hear does not create the emotion. It's the stories that we tell ourselves. Be mindful of the stories that we tell ourselves in order to avoid accountability. #BaxtersBuzz  #Accountability  #CrucialConversations  #SelfImprovement The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https://amzn.to/37BIX44

There are a number of ways to incorporate more organization in your life. I need plenty of help in this area, but I'm getting better! #BaxtersBuzz  #ProfessionalDevelopment #Discipline The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https://amzn.to/37BIX44

On your journey you may not have access to the elevator. But taking the stairs will build muscles that will come in handy time and time again! Let us not worry about perceived advantages that others may have. Remember: There are few things more important than our ability to buckle down and execute. #BaxtersBuzz #ProfessionalDevelopment #Discipline The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara"...

The grass is greener where you water it! We must accept some responsibility regarding our career path(s). It's important to lead from whatever position we hold inside of our organization and set the expectations for our leaders about what we'd like in our development track. #BaxtersBuzz  #ProfessionalDevelopment   The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now. &n...

There are times when we're so focused on the next door opening for us, we stop preparing ourselves for it. We may appear to be ready, but we need more seasoning. Maybe another season? Take this time to sharpen your skills so that you have even more to bring to the table #BaxtersBuzz #GodsTiming   The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - http...

Why do we leave some conversations feeling drained and run down, while other conversations leave us ready to conquer the world? Why does it feel like we spend too much time with those who empty our cup and not enough with those who pour back into it? Self care is about making better decisions with our time and putting the right things inside our mind, body, and soul that leave us fulfilled. #Baxte...

James Reid is an Employment Attorney and Partner at Dinsmore and Shohl and President of Society for Human Resource Management Michigan Chapter. Whether taking care of clients, working closely with his team, or supporting the 17 SHRM chapters in Michigan, James does his best to be in the moment. He takes that same energy and focus while at home with his family as well. We talk about balancing caree...

Another great conversation with my guys Troy and Trevor from the Troy and Hendrix Podcast! We talk about our experiences around fatherhood from 3 unique perspectives. We're all still trying to figure things out and this was a transparent, vulnerable, and important dialogue. More conversations like this are needed! #BaxtersBuzz The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now....

As we approach Father's day, I wanted to make sure that I highlight some of the great fathers that I know and ask about their journey up to this point. Bernard and I talked about the importance of communication with children today and some of the areas that were missing when we grew up. An important conversation for sure! #BaxtersBuzz    The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara"...

Most of us fall victim to the curse of comparison occasionally, but focusing on the things that we can control is most important. Through constantly pushing ourselves, little by little, we can make great strides over time. #BaxtersBuzz    My new book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Many times we are frantically trying to take care of everything and everyone but ourselves. Not sustainable. And not the best idea on many levels! My new book is called "Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available now.  Link to book - https://amzn.to/37BIX44

If you're not inspired after listening to THIS conversation, I'm not sure what to tell you! Cynthia Wells is the Vice President of Global Human Resources for Destaco, a Dover Company.  Cynthia talks about her journey so far and how she is empowered by her leaders to empower others.  HR isn't adjacent to the rest of leadership, but an integral component that impacts each part of the busin...

Many times we are blessed with talents and that will get us by on occasion. That can end up doing more hard than good though. In order to separate ourselves from the pack, we must be committed to doing the work each day! #BaxtersBuzz I've written my first book and I can't wait for you to read it. It is a letter to my wonderful daughter and I think you're going to love it!  The book is called...

Chief Connector and Executive Director of the Southfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Jasmine Patton, joins #BaxtersBuzz. Jasmine is a dot connector, doing her best to put others in position to be successful. We discuss the chapter in my book called "Your Network = Your Net Worth". Our life can change after one encounter with the right person, and Jasmine wants to be the one to make that connection f...

Stephanie Prechowski is the Chief Operating Officer at Surgeons Choice Medical Center in Southfield, Michigan. It is the only 100% physician owned hospital in the state. We talk about Stephanie's background, how she arrived at her current role, and Surgeon Choice's mission. She tells me the measures that she is taking to ensure employees have a safe space to be heard as mental health concerns incr...

On this episode I have Army veteran, emerging theologian, and author, Deon Carson. We talk about how your past does not predict your future and we share some personal stories of ourselves from childhood.#BaxtersBuzz I've written my first book and I can't wait for you to read it. It is a letter to my wonderful daughter and I think you're going to love it!  The book is called "Angelic 8s: A Let...

I have very exciting news! I've written my first book and I can't wait for you to read it. It is a letter to my wonderful daughter and I think you're going to love it!  On this episode I have Pastor Ezra Tillman of First Trinity Baptist Church in Flint, Michigan and we talk about the importance of gratitude. Ezra looks at gratitude from a biblical perspective and unpacks what it means to him....

I have very exciting news! I've written my first book and I can't wait for you to read it. It is a letter to my wonderful daughter and I think you're going to love it!  On this episode I have a Global Human Resources executive, Bernard Morgan on the podcast. One of the chapters of the book is "Plant Good Seeds" and Bernard talks about how this approach is what he lives by. He also shares an a...

I have very exciting news! I've written my first book and I can't wait for you to read it. It is a letter to my wonderful daughter and I think you're going to love it!  On this episode I have PhD candidate, Neferiatiti Holt, to talk about this somewhat lonely journey and how her goals aren't as important to her loved ones as they are to her...and they shouldn't be! The book is called "Angelic...

Celebrated another trip around the sun last weekend (April 16th) and did some reflecting on my journey thus far. The only time I've ever truly failed is when refused to try. Period. We don't always think about our resiliency, but just know, you are more resilient that you realize. Keep going! #BaxtersBuzz

We are always told to stay in our lane and perfect our role. And although I agree with that premise, we also need to find a lane that WE feel great about and not just one that has been assigned to us. #BaxtersBuzz