Don't Quit Too Soon!

I made a mistake.Not the cute kind you can laugh off and keep moving—the kind that affected a client, required me to take responsibility, and cost me money to make right.In this episode of The Tie Odom Podcast, I’m sharing what happened when I made an error with a client’s EIN and the decision I made once I realized it. Because owning a business, leading an organization, or simply being someone people trust doesn’t mean you’ll never get it wrong.It means what you do after you get it wrong matters.We’re talking about taking accountability without excuses, protecting the people who trust you, and being willing to make something right—even when making it right costs you.Because your reputation isn’t built on never making a mistake. It’s built on how you respond when you do.

I told you at the start of the summer that I could help you start a nonprofit in 40 days, and I can. But somewhere in the middle of the series, it just didn’t feel right for me anymore.Still, I’m a woman of my word. So in this episode, I’m wrapping up the series and walking you through exactly how I would have taught you to start your nonprofit in 40 days—from idea to getting your organization up and running.If starting a nonprofit has been on your mind, grab a notebook. Let’s finish what we started.

I was this close to shutting down the podcast… over two small errors.But the lesson I learned is bigger than the mistake: don’t quit while you’re still in the becoming.If you’re building, growing, healing, or trying something new, I hope this episode reminds you that it’s okay to learn out loud. It’s okay to be imperfect. It’s okay to keep showing up.Here’s to being brave enough to begin again.And yes, the podcast is officially coming back in 2026.

Relaunch Episode: From Social Work to Philanthropy Advisor Today on the relaunch of the podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on my unexpected journey—from believing I’d be a social worker “saving” the world to becoming the trusted philanthropy advisor for some of your favorite professional athletes, social media influencers, and politicians. How did I go from case files to boardrooms? From grassroots efforts to high-impact giving? Tune in as I share the pivotal moments, hard lessons, and game-changing mindset shifts that led me here. If you're ready to rethink what impact looks like, this episode is for you!

What happens when tech, innovation, and purpose collide? In this episode, we sit down with Alvin Singh—a serial entrepreneur whose passion for social impact and tech has built bridges for entrepreneurs and expanded the reach of the Leadbelly Foundation. Alvin shares how blending purpose and family legacy can spark meaningful change and inspire us all to connect through purpose-driven missions. Get ready to discover how vision and impact go hand in hand to transform communities and empower the next generation of changemakers while honoring the ones who came before us. https://www.instagram.com/officialleadbelly/

From the Army to the barbecue pit, Nate Walls knows what it means to serve. In 2020, Nate answered a new call—to fight food insecurity in Northwest Arkansas. Through his nonprofit, Second Helping, Nate is dishing out more than just mouthwatering meals; he's building relationships and partnerships that strengthen the community. For Nate, it’s never a solo mission—it’s a We Thing. Tune in to hear how Nate blends passion, purpose, and smoke to make a real impact. Don’t forget to show him some love online! https://secondhelpingnwa.com/index.php/community-impact/

We Did It! I stepped out of my comfort zone and put myself out there. I loved, it made me nervous, but more importantly I learned. This season has come to an end and my heart is full. You all are watching someone figure it out. There will be mistakes, there will be learning curves, and I hope you are encouraged to keep going on your own journey. Thank you for rocking with me and I can't wait to bring you season 2 and beyond! With a full heart, Tie

Jodi Greve is an author, motivational speaker, and Health Enthusiast. She joins me on the podcast to share how she uses her coaching skills to help clients win. She believes that if we take life stop sign to stop sign, we can better tackle whatever life throws our way. She Climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and even wrote a book about it. Learn how she challenged herself and trained in record time to get to the top. You can purchase a copy of Jodi's book ⁠here⁠ and if you want some every day inspiration you can text "mindset" to 855-686-0940 Take a listen and decide to conquer the mountains in your life with the help of Jodi's perspective.

Lance Reed serves as the Executive Director of The Black Action Collective and works to have an inclusive community that embraces diversity. The Black Action Collective works with local leaders and individuals to combat racism and inequity. Lance, an Arkansas native,  attended the University of Arkansas, where he gained the skills to build communities. Through a career in grassroots organizing with a stint in corporate, he answered the call to lead BAC when NWA needed it most.Key Lessons1.) Serve, and opportunities will come to you.2.) Creating a just world doesn't happen overnight. Fight with confidence and kindness to do good on behalf of people.3.)Willingness: This is the door to opening conversation that leads to change.   

It's Sunday, and this is a good day to share this podcast episode with Lakisha Bradley, Founder/ CEO of MY-T-BY-DESIGN Lakisha was a corporate executive at the world's largest retailer when she received a download from God about pivoting in a new direction. And with the support of her husband, MY-T-BY-DESIGN was born. Lakisha believes that all of us are MIGHTY BY DESIGN and is driven by the mission to help you SEE YOUR VALUE and KNOW YOUR WORTH. Listen and learn how in this moment of my life, with tons of transitions in the past year, I've had beautiful God moments to remind me to embrace that I, too, am mighty by design. I'm grateful to you for your support, and I promise it won't be this long before you hear another episode. With Gratitude, Tie