James Earle Dortsch, Jr convicted of capital murder of Avis Terrell Jones
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Actions and Accountability, Choices and Consequences: The Capital Murder of My Cousin, Avis Terrell Jones

August 22, 2021, that was the last time I saw my cousin Avis Terrell Jones. He was showing me around a house he was fixing up for his mother. It was about two months before his life was tragically taken. I had gone to visit his father, my great…
Dr. Justin Lawhead
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The Power of Authentic, Resilient Leadership | Dr. Justin Lawhead

In this inspiring episode of S.O. What! Success Stories, I was moved by Dr. Justin Lawhead openness and vulnerability that I’m sure will move you too. As someone I consider a friend, I call him Justin.  There are people in every organization…
motivational interview on overcoming obstacles- real life inspirational stories of success - Teretta Hall
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Running with Resilience: Overcoming Obstacles and Winning Life’s Races | with Te’Retta Hall

In this episode of S.O. What! Success Stories, I had the pleasure of speaking with my friend, Te'Retta Hall, an inspiring figure who embodies resilience and dedication. As a certified trainer, entrepreneuHER, and ordained Elder, Te'Retta has…
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S.O. What! Success Stories: Crystal Clark-Chatman

Crystal Clark-Chatman is an extraordinary advocate for young women, particularly within the Black community. Moreover, I am incredibly honored to have met her through her tireless work serving youth. Her unwavering passion and immense sacrifice…
Lisa Moore
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S.O. What! Success Stories: Lisa Moore

It’s funny when you meet someone who looks so different from you and who has a completely different background from you, but you end up being so much alike. And even discovering more similarities with life transitions. Lisa Moore, founder…
Jason Harris
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S.O. What! Success Stories: Jason Harris

As a member of the National Speakers Association, I have met some incredible people. One of the people at the top of that list is Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Jason Harris. A distinguished keynote speaker, best-selling author, and expert…
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S.O. What! Success Stories: Cherisse Scott

Don’t you just love someone who is a fighter for others? And for justice. That’s my girl, Cherisse Scott. We met nearly 15 years ago as part of a collaborative to reduce teen pregnancy called Memphis Teen Vision (MemTV). I have admired,…
Kenneth Burnett
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Physically and Mentally Fit: Kenneth Burnett’s S.O. What! Success Story

When I held the 2nd Annual Love Yourself Event, I started to include speakers on wellness and fitness. That’s when I met Kenneth Burnett, who has been supporting the S.O. What! Foundation and the Love Yourself Event ever since. However,…
Kenneth Burnett
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100 Lessons My Centenarians Grandmas Taught Me

How do you deal with grief? Well, when I lost my girls (both of my grandmothers) five days apart last month, I had to demonstrate what I teach and practice what I preach. I had to say, "S.O. What!" and, "so NOW what?" to focus on ways…