542: Leading With Grace & Building Courageous Culture with Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross

What if unshakable faith, resilience, and legacy fueled your leadership? Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross’s journey from the legacy of a Mississippi sharecropper to accomplished entrepreneur and cultural strategist is proof that where you start doesn’t determine where you finish. If you’re wrestling with setbacks or feeling the pressure to lead with purpose, this episode reveals why giving up isn’t in her DNA—and why it shouldn’t be in yours.

Dr. Carmen’s story is a masterclass in courage, grit, and intentional leadership. She unpacks lessons learned from generations of women who turned adversity into achievement, and shares battle-tested insights on creating vibrant work cultures, building strong systems, and lifting others as you climb. Her wisdom challenges entrepreneurs to lead authentically, stay humble, and let faith guide both business and life.

Ready to ignite your leadership with heart, resilience, and purpose? Hit play now and let Dr. Carmen’s insights inspire your next bold step. Subscribe for more mastery spotlights—and share this episode with fellow visionaries who believe faith and strategy change everything.

Journey To Mastery Spotlights:

● Uncover how resilience and family legacy fuel entrepreneurial courage

● Learn why authentic culture starts at the top—and how to build it right, from day one

● Get actionable advice on creating systems that free you to lead and grow

● Embrace faith as a foundation for decision-making, connection, and business integrity

● Discover the power of “grace” as a leadership superpower

● Find out why “dreams don’t have deadlines”—and how to apply it in your journey

About the Guest

Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross is founder of SP Grace, transformational executive, leadership coach, and cultural strategist. Her work bridges legacy and innovation, empowering purpose-driven leaders to create impact. Her story underscores why leadership anchored in faith, strategy, and grace is unstoppable.

Connect with Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross

LinkedIn 

Website

Facebook

Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?

If today’s episode spoke to you, don’t just listen—step behind the curtain and join the Journey Feed.

Inside the Journey Feed, you’ll get:

1. Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Straight talk, “Elzisms,” and faith-driven insights to help you align purpose and profit.
2. Backstage Access – Go behind the scenes of the Journey to Mastery movement with raw lessons, unseen stories, and deeper context.
3. Focus Prompts & Reflections – Practical tools to help you lead with intention and master your week.
4. Private Invites – Be first to join Fix Your Focus challenges, workshops, and live experiences.
5. Exclusive Content – Access behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from my journey of building Kingdom-first ventures.

Go Deeper With The Flame Starter Book

Take the next step and grab Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery — your guide to living In