Refusing to Stay Broken with Ericka Kelly

What does it take to create success that lasts?In this episode of Thriving Changes, Winston Pain reflects on the experiences that shaped his journey across business, leadership, community impact, and coaching. Beyond the achievements and milestones, he shares the defining moments, difficult seasons, and mindset shifts that influenced who he became.Our paths are rarely built all at once. They unfold through the choices we make, the challenges we face, and the moments that invite us to see success differently.If you are growing as a leader, building a business, or questioning what success means in your own life, this conversation invites you to reflect on your direction and what is guiding you along the way.

What does it really take to build a life of success, meaning, and lasting impact?In this episode of Thriving Changes, Roddy Galbraith shares powerful insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the journey from achieving success to creating true significance.Through his experiences of navigating challenges, questioning old beliefs, and embracing change, Roddy explores the unseen influences that shape our choices, the stories we carry, and the way we define what is possible for our lives.If you’ve ever wondered why achieving more doesn’t always feel like enough, why change can feel so difficult, or whether there is another way forward, this conversation will challenge you to look deeper.To learn more about Roddy's work, visit his website.

Stepping into a leadership role is one thing. Succeeding in it when the stakes are high is something else entirely.In this episode of Thriving Changes, internationally recognized executive coach and bestselling author Navid Nazemian shares insights from years of guiding C-suite leaders through some of the most critical transitions of their careers. Whether you're stepping into a bigger role, navigating change in your career, or supporting leaders through transition, this episode offers valuable perspectives on what it really takes to lead under pressure.To learn more about Navid's work, visit his website.

What happens after survival?In this episode of Thriving Changes, Reena Suri sits down with veteran advocate, executive coach, and former Air Force Reserve Command leader Ericka Kelly for a powerful conversation about leadership, healing, identity, and purpose.From navigating leadership in high-pressure environments to rebuilding purpose after military service, Ericka shares honest insights about resilience, self-worth, personal growth, and the lessons that transformed the way she leads others and herself.To learn more about Ericka's work, visit her website.

Moving beyond a painful past isn’t just about time, it’s about the choices you make and the direction you take.In this episode of Thriving Changes, Ericka Kelly shares a journey shaped by adversity, resilience, and intentional change. With decades of experience across the military and law enforcement, she offers a perspective on trauma, identity, and personal growth that goes beyond theory and into lived experience.If you’re navigating your own challenges or rethinking your path, this episode offers a grounded look at what it really takes to break patterns, make different choices, and emerge with a renewed sense of self.To learn more about Ericka and her work, visit her website.

What does it really take to lead change… when the strategy looks clear but the people aren’t aligned?In this episode of Thriving Changes, President & Founder of SZH Consulting, Salima Hemani shares powerful insights on leading transformation in complex, real-world environments. From navigating resistance to understanding why strategy alone isn’t enough, this conversation challenges how leaders approach change, culture, and alignment.If you're a leader, executive, or part of an organization going through transformation, this episode will make you rethink what it means to create sustainable change.To learn more about Salima's work, visit her website.

What if the things you loved as a child were pointing you toward something bigger?In this episode of Thriving Changes, two-time Emmy® nominated writer/producer/director Steven Fischer shares a deeply reflective conversation on creativity, identity, and the unseen forces that shape the direction of our lives. From early passions to the tension between authenticity and societal expectations, this episode invites you to question what it really means to stay true to yourself.If you’ve ever felt pulled in different directions or wondered whether you’re on the “right” path, this conversation will challenge how you see your journey.To learn more about Steven and his work, visit his website.

Is staying in one career lane the only path to success?In this episode of Thriving Changes, leadership advisor Ian Ziskin reflects on the decisions, transitions, and unexpected pivots that shaped his professional journey. His client base and corporate work span more than 25 industries and includes Fortune 1000, entrepreneurial, publicly traded, and privately held businesses, Ian brings a thoughtful perspective on growth, leadership and a successful career.If you’ve ever wondered how leaders navigate career transitions, grow through difficult experiences, and find meaning in life’s turning points, this conversation offers thoughtful perspective and practical wisdom.To learn more about Ian's Work, follow him on his socials.

What happens when doing your duty and doing what’s right don’t feel the same?In this episode of Thriving Changes, Capt. David Iglesias, a retired U.S. Navy JAG Captain, former U.S. Attorney, and educator, reflects on leadership in high-pressure environments where decisions carry lasting consequences.If you’ve ever wrestled with expectations, authority, or the cost of standing firm in your values — this conversation is one you’ll want to stay with.To learn more about Capt. Iglesias and his work, follow his socials.

What if the key to your next level of growth isn’t something you need to learn but something you need to uncover?In this episode of Thriving Changes, Tom Rosenak invites us into a conversation about leadership that begins from the inside out. Drawing from his philosophy of “inner diamonds,” Tom talks about the hidden drivers behind growth, performance, and the way we measure success.If you’re navigating uncertainty in leadership, transition or growth, this conversation creates space to pause, reflect, and reconsider what meaningful progress really requires.To learn more about Tom's work, visit his website.