Conversations with Trellis

Conversations with Trellis

Join Trellis Usher and her guests as they discuss trends and topics related to healthcare, breast cancer awareness, diversity, equity, inclusion, startups, leadership, and personal transformation. As global leadership and DEI strategist, cancer survivor, and founder/CEO of a tech start-up, Trellis will also host conversations with others in the tech start-up ecosystem to share challenges, strategies, and tactics for women and founders of color. Join Trellis for LIVE and recorded broadcasts. You can also subscribe to the show on iTunes/Apple Podcasts and listen to the playback at your convenience.

Episodes

The State of Atlanta's Black Tech Ecosystem

April 18, 2018 • 45 mins
Join host Trellis Usher as she takes you inside the conversation on the black tech ecosystem in Atlanta! Trellis will also discuss her thoughts on the arrest of two African-American men at a Starbucks in Philadelphia last week and what CEO Kevin Johnson and other executives need to do to improve inclusion and the customer experience in their companies.   Join the conversation!
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Spring Cleaning Series - Emotional Detox

April 11, 2018 • 44 mins
During this time of year, many people are focused on spring cleaning their physical homes. We also apply that technique as part of the Blueprint framework. Cleaning up, clearing out, letting go, purging, detoxing are all techniques to take a look at your life and determine what is useful and what is waste. Once you've taken that important step you can be more intentional about how to get rid of the waste so that you can focus on th...
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Spring Cleaning The Home Office - Career & Business

April 4, 2018 • 40 mins
During this time of year, many people are focused on spring cleaning their physical homes. We also apply that technique as part of the Blueprint framework. Cleaning up, clearing out, letting go, purging, detoxing are all techniques to take a look at your life and determine what is useful and what is waste. Once you've taken that important step you can be more intentional about how to get rid of the waste so that you can focus on th...
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Leaving the Security of Traditional Employment for Entrepreneurship

March 28, 2018 • 62 mins
Trellis will chat with entrepreneurs Kari Davis and Kevin Anthony Johnson who transitioned out of successful "corporate" careers to start ventures of their own. They will discuss why they felt this was the right or more authentic choice for them, their rationales regarding the kind of business they would start as well as the timing. The show wouldn't be complete if we also didn't dive into mis-steps, detours and lessons learned. ...
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When Plans Fail: A Little Inspiration

November 29, 2013 • 14 mins
BluePrint host Trellis Usher provides you with a little inspiration to stay encouraged when things don't go according to plan.
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Men's Health Tips w/ Fitness and Nutrition Coach Marquese Martin-Hayes

November 25, 2013 • 62 mins
Join me for my interview with fitness and nutrition coach Marquese Martin-Hayes on how to take control of your health. In honor of Men's Health Awareness Month, Marquese Martin-Hayes, a Raw Nutrition coach and Endurance runner, will share a few of his personal secrets for good health. You'll learn some things that will not only keep you healthy, but restore your body and reignite your youth! If you implement the things he shares, y...
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What's Good(e) in the World of Literary Artist Jon Goode?

July 22, 2013 • 61 mins
Join Trellis Usher, BluePrint host, as she talks to Atlanta’s own Spoken Word and Literary Artist, Jon Goode.  Jon will talk to us about living authentically and on purpose. He will share with us how he’s navigated the various components of his life that have allowed him to pursue his passions and how he's made tough choices to step out of the expectations of others to create a life that fits who he is. Jon will also share what’...
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Sunday Spirit: Words of Inspiration

June 9, 2013 • 11 mins
LISTENER ONLY SHOW:  Listen as BluePrint host Trellis Usher provides you with words of motivation, inspiration and encouragement to help you get your week off to a great start! This weekly podcast will become part of your Sunday routine to reflect, plan and ignite your spirit to live the life of your dreams.     Subscribe to the BluePrint Design Your Dream Life podcast on iTunes for automatic updates to your mobile device! ...
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It Might Cost You Everything: The High Price of Authenticity

May 30, 2013 • 15 mins
Listen as BluePrint creator and host Trellis Usher answers a key question regarding authenticity and relationships.  Based on nearly two decades of study, work and life experiences, Trellis shares her thougths and insights on how to find in yourself what you crave in another person. Throughout Trellis' corporate career, she has studied human behavior, personality, motivation, engagement, leadership, how people learn and the role...
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The Princess Warrior Syndrome

July 23, 2012 • 61 mins
Join me and Speaker, Author, Trainer and Coach Ernest Phillips as we discuss the Princess Warrior Syndrome.  The Princess Warrior Syndrome Phillips says is seen in "women who have experienced negative and hurtful relationships and have learned to respond in a war-like fashion.  They bring their war skills into choosing men, seeing them as the enemy, even in healthy relationships."   These women often don't realize they are damagin...
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Best Advice for Reaching Your Fitness Goals with Tony Smith

June 25, 2012 • 60 mins
Join me as I talk with business owner, personal trainer and natural bodybuilder Tony Smith.  Tony is the the owner of MaxFit Trainers and is passionate about helping individuals at all levels reach their persoanal fitness best.  Tony will provide you with advice on how to reach your fitness goals no matter what your current fitness level.  Tony and his team conduct bootcamps around the metro-Atlanta area, as well as corporte train...
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21 and Living My Dreams

June 19, 2012 • 45 mins
Join host Trellis Usher as she interviews 21 year old college student and entrepreneur Brittany Turner.  Brittany has recently launched her iCandy Designs brand with it's first line of business - custom, hand-made jewelry.  Brittany will discuss how important it is for young people to identify what they are good at and passionate about and then follow through with hard work and dedication. Brittany is currently pursuing her Bach...
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Tips for Regaining Your Confidence

June 18, 2012 • 46 mins
Join host, Trellis Usher and guest Dee Parker as they explore the role that confidence plays in living your dream life.  Dee is the President and Principal Consultant of Vivid Learning Solutions which works with organizations to help them achieve their learning and development goals.  She has over 15 years of experience designing and implementing solutions for fortune-level corporations, small to mid-size businesses and non-profit...
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Fathers Day Special: The Joys and Challenges of Fatherhood

June 17, 2012 • 64 mins
Join me and some amazing fathers as we discuss the joys and challenges of being a dad! Often society focuses on the absent fathers and the poor job that some of them are doing.  In the past 10 years or so I've met some amazing men that do an excellent job of caring for, providing for, protecting and teaching their children.  They plan a very active role in the lives of their children, From church, to school, to baseball, to karate...
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5 Tips for Loving Your Customers

June 11, 2012 • 61 mins
Who says there's no LOVE in business?  Join BluePrint host Trellis Usher as she talks with Robert McKenzie, Founder and CEO of Fit Business Fit People Inc. and Tattoo Technologies Inc. about how any business can love its customers better.   "We have possibly reached the tipping point of the market and the world’s awareness of the importance of love in business."   As a business executive with more than 20 years of experience, Ro...
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The Value of Emotional Intelligence in Today's Job Market

June 4, 2012 • 61 mins
  Join the conversation each week to help you design, build and live the life of your dreams.     Host Trellis Usher and featured guest, life and executive coach Kevin Anthony Johnson, will explore the value of Emotional Intelligence as an invaluable asset in today's job market from main street to the executive suite. You'll learn secrets to self-awareness, how to activate dormant talents, and a few great tools for keeping in to...
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5 Things That Will Determine Your Future

May 21, 2012 • 61 mins
Join Trellis and her guest Marquese Martin-Hayes, Inspiration Architect and Raw Food Vegan as they discuss the five (5) major components to better health and how they affect your body, your emotions and your ability to succeed. If you have questions regarding diet, nutrition, detoxing or other health-related issues, call in to ask Marquese!  He's been involved in fitness and nutrition for over 20 years and has been involved in t...
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Meet The BluePrint Dream Team!

May 14, 2012 • 61 mins
Join Trellis and The BluePrint Dream Team as they discuss ways to help you design, build and live the life of your dreams. Experts will speak about various topics like fitness, nutrition, relationships, spirituality, career and personal growth to help you achieve your goals and break through areas where you have been stuck.  The guests will also share updates on new projects that they are working on throughout the U.S. Planned gu...
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Education Nation Tour rolls through Atlanta, GA

May 8, 2012 • 29 mins
Join Trellis as she broadcasts following the Jobs One event as part of the Education Nation Tour.  Georgia politicians, educators and business leaders discuss the skill gaps that plague Georgia's graduates and increase the ramp-up time for getting them ready for the world of work. Georgia is one of the states that received a waiver from the No Child Left Behind Act in order to explore more flexible education reform solutions.  T...
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Same mission....NEW name!

April 21, 2012 • 30 mins
Join host, Trellis Usher, as she explains the name change for the radio show and all of the new and exciting things going on with the T.R. Ellis Group.  Trellis is still committed to helping individuals and organizations succeed and has some new offerings designed to help do just that.  If you were a fan or follower of PeopleBuilders, you are going to love The BluePrint.  We'll provide you with tools, tips, resources and skills ...
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