Blow Your Mind(set)

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop performing and start choosing yourself? In this episode, Nicole sits down with content creator and cultural commentator Shelley Winters to unpack what life really looks like after 50—without filters, without pressure, and without apology. They go deep on: The emotional weight and expectations placed on Black women today Why empathy does not require self-...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Blow Your Mind(set), Nicole sits down with Ginny Priem, keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, bestselling author, and author of Unsubscribe: Why Letting Go Is the Secret to Getting Ahead.  With more than 20 years of corporate leadership experience, Ginny shares powerful insight on burnout, boundaries, hustle culture, and sustainable success. Together, they unpack how...

Send us Fan Mail Is it possible to be wildly productive and completely burnt out at the same time? Absolutely! And that's exactly what Kia Van Wright Ford addresses in this game-changing episode of Blow Your Mindset. As CEO of Van Wright Consulting and a fractional CEO with 20+ years of experience, Kia helps leaders move from survival mode to intentional growth. She shares her journey from co...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you're managing change at work while change is managing you? Connie Woolard—talent development expert, new grandmother ("Meema"), and K-12 survivor—gets real about the messy, magnificent chaos of navigating a multi-generational household, perimenopause hot flashes, and showing up powerfully in rooms where you don't have "the title."...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when leaders prioritize control over connection? Nicole F. Smith and Dr. Shanesia Davis unpack the critical shift modern leaders must make: moving from control reflexes to authentic relationships. Dr. Davis reveals how cultural norms like urgency and perfectionism condition leaders to stay in "doing mode" while neglecting the inner work that creates sustaina...

Send us Fan Mail Stop undervaluing your expertise! In this game-changing episode, host Nicole F. Smith sits down with Kelly Charles Collins, Esq—former trial lawyer, mediator, and arbitrator turned strategic advisor and professional speaker—for a conversation that will challenge everything you believe about pricing your expertise. Kelly doesn't hold back as she addresses the uncomfortable tru...

Send us Fan Mail Your legacy isn't what you leave behind — it's what you're building right now. In this powerful episode, Nicole F. Smith challenges leaders to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start living their legacy intentionally. Drawing from her keynote The Legacy You Lead and her EQ Impact® Framework, Nicole guides you through a transformative reflection process: What d...

Send us Fan Mail You're Not Going BACK, You're Becoming NEW w/ Nicole Bright Divorce doesn't mean going back to who you were before—it means discovering who you're becoming. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Nicole Bright, certified divorce coach, author, and motivational speaker, to talk about healing from divorce with emotional intelligence, authenticity, and int...

Send us Fan Mail Most people see drama. Leaders see strategy. In this episode, I dissect 50 Cent's documentary move on Diddy—not as celebrity gossip, but as an emotional intelligence masterclass. He controlled his emotions, read the cultural moment, understood the emotional climate, and turned years of tension into influence, revenue, and global positioning. Your leadership will face similar...

Send us Fan Mail In this transformative episode, host Nicole F Smith sits down with Malaysia Harrell—psychotherapist, spiritual transformation coach, UN peace ambassador, best-selling author, and military veteran—for a conversation that will challenge everything you thought you knew about success, purpose, and healing. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:  ✅ How to know when you're living in your divine...

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 brought the real work to the surface. Across every episode, leaders opened up about grief, reinvention, parenting almost-adults, navigating faith, surviving adversity, and choosing courage over comfort. You heard raw conversations about DEI, AI, emotional maturity, purpose-driven leadership, and what it means to stop performing and start living your truth. This season rem...

Send us Fan Mail Together, Nicole and Melanie Pratt, radio personality of Charlotte Praise 100.9, dive deep into the intersection of faith and emotional intelligence—challenging the tendency to “put glitter on it” in church and in life, while ignoring the pain beneath. With vulnerability and wisdom, Melanie shares her personal journey from singing in choirs to becoming a trusted voice on gospel ra...

Send us Fan Mail From starting a bookkeeping firm at her kitchen table to becoming a global speaker, Nesha Pai’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and emotional intelligence. She shares how travel, loss, and even a cancer diagnosis shaped her priorities and taught her the power of self-discovery, vulnerability, and courage. This episode is more than a story of success, it’s a masterclass in...

Send us Fan Mail She’s back! 🙌 Communications strategist Roshanda E. Pratt returns to Blow Your Mind(set) to share how 12 months of change—including parenting “almost adults,” navigating grief, and prioritizing self-care—reshaped her life and leadership. With honesty and emotional intelligence, she reveals how clarity, confidence, and courage emerge in seasons of transition. Connect with Roshanda...

Send us Fan Mail This episode will blow your mind(set) ++++ PLUS - you get a FREE offer at the end! What if everything you thought you knew about workplace DEI—and the role of AI—was only half the story? In this episode, I sit down with powerhouse attorney, equity strategist, and author Luaskya Nonan, Esq.. to shift perspectives, challenge assumptions, and spark new thinking about the future of wo...

Send us Fan Mail Ever hit a wall at 2pm and feel like you can’t make one more decision—let alone a good one? You’re not broken. You’re experiencing decision fatigue—and it’s one of the biggest (and most silent) leadership blockers out there. In this solo episode, Nicole F. Smith breaks down what decision fatigue really is, how it impacts your emotional intelligence, and how to fight back using her...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when mindset, faith, and emotional intelligence collide? You get this raw, powerful episode featuring Robert Collins—motivational speaker, community leader, and author of Greater Thoughts: The Untrapped Mind . We go deep. Here’s what you’ll hear: Why Robert walked away from his 15-year career with no exit plan—and what happened next How attending a speaker’s conferenc...

Send us Fan Mail In this bold and emotionally charged episode of Blow Your Mindset , we welcome former NFL player turned nonprofit leader Tony Covington , founder of I Am Underdog, Inc. – a mentoring powerhouse transforming the lives of student-athletes through life skills, mental wellness, and emotional intelligence. 💥 Tony shares raw truths about the racial climate, the power of community, and...

Send us Fan Mail If you're always trying to be liked, you're not leading—you're managing perceptions. In this bold episode, Nicole F. Smith pulls back the curtain on people-pleasing, how it's sabotaging your leadership, and what emotional intelligence has to say about breaking free. It’s time to set boundaries, communicate clearly, and lead with impact. You can even SEE us powe...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 4 of Blow Your Mindset !   In this powerful solo episode, the Nicole F. Smith gets personal and pulls no punches. She’s breaking down why emotional intelligence isn’t just a leadership skill— it’s the key to unlocking the life, relationships, and legacy you’re meant for. You’ll hear the hard truths about low EQ, the hidden pain it creates in your life, and the bo...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when two accomplished entrepreneurs named Nikki and Nicole finally meet after their husbands have been friends for over 25 years? Pure magic and deep insights about personal branding, authenticity, and navigating uncertain business waters. In this season finale of Blow Your Mindset, host Nicole F. Smith welcomes personal brand strategist and executive presence coach N...

Send us Fan Mail What if one of the things (b/c there are so many!) that makes people uncomfortable… is exactly what we need to talk about? This episode is not your usual convo — and that’s exactly the point. We’re diving into innovation, impact, and the courage to create something different — something that just might make people blush and think twice. Dr. Devon Binns, a Cosmetic Dentist based in...

Send us Fan Mail 🌟 What if the key to unlocking your next level of success is already in your city—hidden in plain sight? In Charlotte, NC, there's a thriving ecosystem designed to meet you exactly where you are, helping you grow your business, elevate your career, and build lasting connections. But... does your city have resources like this? In this episode of Blow Your Mind(set) , we’re jo...

Send us Fan Mail 𝙁𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙘𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙧? This Episode is for You! Have you ever felt like you were at a low point, unsure of how to move forward? Like your career—or even life—was leading you down an unexpected path, and you weren’t sure if it was the right one? If so, you won’t want to miss this episode dropping Monday! I had the pleasure of speaking with Sarah Bettman—consultant, coach, an...

Send us Fan Mail Part 1: After 26 years of marriage, what has kept our bond strong? Emotional intelligence, strategic partnership, and intentional connection. In this episode of Blow Your Mindset , my husband and I get real about the lessons we've learned, the challenges we've overcome, and the habits that have kept our relationship thriving. We’ll dive into how emotional intelligence ha...