Dr. LaQuanta M. Nelson

BOSS Moves

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Dr. LaQuanta M. Nelson has served in education as a mentor, motivational speaker, consultant, teacher, assistant principal, principal, and district level New Teacher Academy coordinator over the last 18 years. She currently serves as the CEO of “The BOSS Educator” brand where she continues in empowering scholars and all educators on their journey to become Bold, Optimistic, Spontaneous, and Substantial. Over the years, Dr. Nelson’s background and experience in leadership has yielded her to support not only leadership development in schools, but also in organizations across multiple spectrums o...

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Dr. LaQuanta M. Nelson

Episodes

LET’S TALK SEL AND SPED! | EP. 28 30.03.2026 38:21

Are we allowing LABELS to LIMIT in our homes, schools, organizations, and communities?? Join us as we explore this and more on BOSS MOVES! Our special guest, Dr. Chase McCullum is a guru and geared up to drop some gems!

LEADING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES! | EP. 27 30.03.2026 38:21

Be sure to engage in some soul restoration today and tune into this very relevant topic, LEADING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES!

LET’S TALK FINANCIAL WELLNESS! | EP. 26 30.03.2026 27:15

We have a long-time financial guru joining us this week for BOSS MOVES! Candie Simmons is a legend in the corporate world and ready to share top tips on how to become financially well!

LET ME BE SPIRITUAL! | EP. 25 30.03.2026 47:31

During our first episode of BOSS MOVES for 2025, we explored SEVEN KEY AREAS that we should reflect through to ensure we will THRIVE IN ’25 with special guest, Dr. KinWawana McGrigg!

HELP! I'M POSITIVE BUT MY TEAM IS NOT! | EP. 24 30.03.2026 39:33

On this episode of BOSS MOVES, we discuss strategies to stay positive and encourage the negative "Nicole" in your space to join you on the brighter path!

Let’s THRIVE in ’25! | EP. 23 30.03.2026 39:35

On this next episode of BOSS MOVES, we will explore how to leverage your unique being to THRIVE IN ‘25! We are talking vision, goal setting, and strategies to elevate/ evolve into the best version of YOU!

LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVES: MINDSET MATTERS! | EP. 22 30.03.2026 30:36

Our special guest is Dr. Demetria Funchess, the 2024-2025 Clinton Public School District’s ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR! We will dive into LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVES: MINDSET MATTERS! She is ready to share tips on how to be more effective in supporting shifts in thinking for greater success.

FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY | EP. 21 30.03.2026 31:56

We can’t wait to share a few tips on how to FIND JOY IN YOUR JOURNEY with special guest Dr. Joy!

MOTIVATING THE UNMOTIVATED! | EP. 20 30.03.2026 36:04

For our 20th Episode of BOSS MOVES, we discuss strategies to MOTIVATE THE UNMOTIVATED! Welcome our guest, ROBERT JACKSON, who is an award winning educator, writer, and speaker!

COMMUNICATING THROUGH CHAOS | EP. 19 30.03.2026 32:04

Tune in to Episode 19 of BOSS MOVES, where we will explore how to effectively communicate during challenging times!

FOUR LEADERSHIP MISTAKES TO AVOID! | EP. 18 30.03.2026 29:33

Join us as we discuss 4 mistakes to avoid in leadership! Remember, leadership is not tied to position, but action!!!!

RAISING STRONG YOUNG MEN! | EP. 17 30.03.2026 42:52

Dr. Clayton Barksdale, author of MOMMY, WHERE’S DADDY?, will grace us to engage in a REAL discussion about how we can all better support our males!

PUMPING UP YOUR PERSONAL CULTURE! | EP. 16 30.03.2026 30:09

We are flying solo and talking PERSONAL CULTURE! Let’s explore how we can continue to EVOLVE AND ELEVATE!

MENTOR MAGIC! | EP. 15 30.03.2026 42:19

Special guest EDUROCKSTARS, Ms. Jamera Barnes and Dr. Jalisa Foster, join us to discuss MENTOR MAGIC!

KEEPING IT REAL WITH AI! | EP. 14 30.03.2026 22:06

We have a special guest, AI GURU KYLE MCDILL! Let’s discuss your beliefs about artificial intelligence and share some insight on how people are using it personally and professionally!

NEW SCHOOL YEAR, NEW SUCCESS! | EP. 13 30.03.2026 28:50

School is back in session and so is BOSS MOVES LIVE!!!

The TRANSFORMATIVE POWER of MUSIC! | EP. 11 30.03.2026 52:45

This episode we discuss the power of music with special guests, Teneia and Nicole Brandon!

Imposter Syndrome! Who ME? | EP. 10 30.03.2026 46:03

Episode 10 of BOSS MOVES is sure to be one for the books!!!! AWARD-WINNING special guests, Katie Zazzara and Ja’leasa Bolden, are ready to discuss IMPOSTER SYNDROME!!

STRESS LESS, LIVE (PURPOSE) MORE! | EP. 9 30.03.2026 34:21

On this episode of BOSS Moves, let’s talk about self-care and how to STRESS LESS!

THE FOURTH QUARTER: FINISHING THE SCHOOL YEAR STRONG! | EP. 8 30.03.2026 41:50

Special guest Dr. Sara Harper, who is an EDUROCKSTAR, shares tips for the entire school community on how to FINISH THE YEAR STRONG!

RECLAIMING YOUR TIME! | EP. 7 30.03.2026 30:50

Time is the great equalizer! What we do with it is TBD!!!

Activating a GROWTH MINDSET | EP. 6 30.03.2026 30:32

It’s Spring, of course we are talking about a GROWTH MINDSET!

GOING GREEN: Let’s talk FINANCIAL LITERACY! | EP. 5 30.03.2026 41:09

Mark your palm pilots, meet me and special guest JaMaury Norris, Mr. Health & Wealth, as we discuss FINANCIAL LITERACY. How do you build generational wealth in 10 years, regardless of what you have today? Don’t miss this one!

The LOVE of LITERACY: A Family Affair! | EP. 4 28.03.2026 41:21

Join us, along with special guest Dr. LeKeisha Sutton, and grab your cup of coffee. Don’t miss out on this rich discussion about the transformative power of literacy!

LEAD(HER)SHIP: Lessons for BOSS Ladies! | EP. 3 28.03.2026 34:16

Let’s chat about the barriers and blessings, obstacles and opportunities of being a POW(HER)FUL FORCE!