LVLS

By Kris & Ru

LVLS [lev-uhls] - where culture and business collide. We chop it up and dissect culture viewed through the lens of business, with the intent to identify useful tactics, and practical applications for those looking to level-up.

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20. Journey Through the Matrix with a J.E.D.I Knight ft. Tami Jackson-Part 2

LVLS Oct 22, 2020

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20. Journey Through the Matrix with a J.E.D.I Knight ft. Tami Jackson-Part 2

We continue with part 2 of our conversation, or shall we say the education we received from The University of Tami Jackson. She gives some handy tips on surviving and thriving in the corporate workspace while being authentically you.
You can follow Tami on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/tamijackson5/
IG- @motorcityprettycreative

Oct 22, 202052:26

19. Journey Through The Matrix with a J.E.D.I Knight feat. Tami Jackson-Part 1

It's time to LVL up! Welcome to LVL 2 of the podcast that brings business and culture together. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the mind of a woman who is living out her true self. We promise that this one will not disappoint.

You can follow Tami on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/tamijackson5/
IG- @motorcityprettycreative

Oct 15, 202001:11:19

18. The End of LVL One

Lite reflection on the past year of podcasting.

Oct 15, 202019:38

17. The New Philanthropists feat. Paulina Artieda

In This episode we dive into diversity and inclusion amongst boards. We have a behind the scenes conversation with Paulina Artieda the Executive Director of The New Philanthropists which serves as a "Matchmaker" for boards and board prospects while spreading the importance of diversity in leadership amongst boards.
Find The New Philanthropists at:
Web: www.tnpaustin.org/
Instagram: @thenewphilanthropists
Facebook: @NewPhilanthropistsAustin
Twitter: @Diverse_Leader
LinkedIn: @tnpaustin

Aug 31, 202001:38:34

16. All Black feat. Tio & Kenzel Fallen, Co-founders of Three Keys Coffee

In this episode, we ask the question “Why now?” in response to the outpour of support for BLM from the business community. Also, we touch a bit on The #buyblack movement, and have a conversation with Tio and Kenzel Fallen, co-founders/owners of Three Keys Coffee.

Find Three Keys Coffee at:

Web: www.threekeyscoffee.com

Instagram: @threekeyscoffee

Aug 05, 202001:45:27

15. The Voices of Concerned Black Men

We can't even begin to describe how we are feeling. We are simply, tired.

Jun 07, 202001:52:08

14. Ms. America, Covid-19 and Innovation

We are doing our best to continue business as usual during a time when things aren't exactly "normal". In this episode we discuss our initial thoughts/shock about Covid-19 with America.
Where to find America:
Instagram:
@unitedstatesofgold
@itsdiscolemonade

Apr 22, 202001:55:03

13. Build Your Personal Advisory Board

"Make war with a council of elders." This episode, we talk about cultivating your on a personal advisory board and the good folks you should have on it.

Mar 05, 202001:00:29

12. Twenty-Four

In this episode Kris and Ru were able to dive deep into their thoughts on pursuing greatness from one of the greatest. They discuss Staying Relentless, Being obsessed, and Understanding the why

“We all have 24 hours to make something happen, we have to make the best of it.”

Feb 19, 202001:14:50

11. A Decade Under the Influence Pt.2

Picking back up at the year 2016 with our review of the last decade.

Feb 07, 202001:20:11

10. A Decade Under the Influence Pt.1

The past decade in review starting with the year 2010 and ending with 2015.

Jan 20, 202001:03:51

9. Aerials, Double Layouts and a Pivot with Heather Helms

A few days before Thanksgiving, Kris and Ru were able to speak with multi-talented entrepreneur Heather Helms about her journey and passion for mentoring female entrepreneurs with their businesses. Coming off a whirlwind of life-altering milestones, Heather shares her experiences of coaching gymnastics to moving off the floor into a general manager role, becoming a new mom, and discovering/developing her superpowers along the way to entrepreneurship. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much we did.

Where to find Heather Helms:

web: heatherhemlsconsulting.com

Instagram: @heather.hhc

Dec 16, 201901:27:16

8. Do It Anyway with/Rachel Garrison

In this week's episode, Kris and Ru chop it up with LVLS's special guest, she’s a Mom, Teacher, Entrepreneur, Author, and Safe Space creator Rachel Garrison. Where they talk about the challenges that people ages 33-44 face that they don't realize, and she has been able to provide a resource for them. Rachel speaks authentically of making decisions, setting goals, getting things done maneuvering through obstacles, and fulfilling passion, which later, in turn, ignited her purpose.
Show Note:
Money Moves: Alex Wolf /Instagram: @alexwolf / Twitter: @alexwolfco
Where to find Rachel:
Instagram: @rdgchasingunicorns
Web: www.racheldgarrison.com

Dec 06, 201901:58:09

7. Write Into a Renaissance with Darren Griffin

What up tho, peeps! For our first ever LVLS "in-studio" guest, we got the opportunity and pleasure to chop it up with Writer/Investor/Advisory Board Member, Darren Griffin, in candid conversation reminiscent of dialogue almost exclusively exchanged within the safe-haven of the barbershop.
Darren is both inspiringly thoughtful and sincere on topics ranging from cancel culture, Popeye’s Chicken, to the shedding of one's societal beliefs misbestowed upon black men. Darren's candor certainly helped create a moment that we all might agree was refreshingly therapeutic.
Where find Darren Griffin:
Twitter: @dgriff123
Instagram: @dgriff123

Nov 21, 201901:52:57

6. LVLS Accelerated: Hussle & Motivate

We felt it necessary to sprinkle in short 10-20 minute episodes under a new format titled 'LVLS Accelerated.'

Clocking in at 12 mins., EP. 6 was inspired in part by countless conversations with people within our circle and namely the late rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist Nipsey Hussle. The episodes intro music is a snippet of "Hussle & Motivate," from the 2018 Grammy-nominated best rap album 'Victory Lap.'

Where to find out more on the life and legacy of Neighborhood Nip:

http://www.ihussle.com/

https://www.themarathonclothing.com/

https://www.vector90.com/

Nov 13, 201912:05

5. Are you a Producer or a Consumer?

LVLS episode 5 show topic is inspired by Derrick Grace II and a lesson he taught his daughter. Kris & Ru talk about their views on Producing/Consuming and finding a balance between the two.

Where to find Derrick Grace II: IG: https://www.instagram.com/derrickgracetwo/; web: https://derrickgracetwo.com/

Episode Segments:

0:00-Intro

0:23-Who's line is it?

3:05-Catching Up

7:50-Corrections

11:23-Money Move$: Tyler Perry

14:43-Current/Trending: Lebron James with an assist to NCAA Athletes; 20:01-Will Smith- Belair Athletics

22:49-Show Topic: "Are you a Producer or a Consumer?"

1:03:13-Outro

Nov 05, 201901:05:58

4. Motive is the Money with Archidev

In this week's episode, Kris and Ru chop it up with LVLS's first guest, Architect/Vision consultant Archidev, about making moves, maneuvering through obstacles, and her EGG (aka end-game goals(s)). Archidev speaks authentically of her past, present, and self-designed future.

6:00 - Money Moves (Delane Parnell)

Instagram - @delane / Twitter- @delane

11:16 - Current Topics (Data Breach)

14:15 - US Olympic Committee (Tommie Smith, John Carlos)

15:16 - Guest Speaker (Devanne Pena)

1:24:00 - Closing

Where to find Archidev:

Instagram - @archidev Web: www.devannepena.com

Oct 15, 201901:27:15

3. Health is Wealth

What up tho, peeps. This episode, the fellas switch up the usual business convo to talk about health. We find out Ru is a beast in the gym and wants to be a badass like The Rock. Kris thinks he was given a a sizeable pay raise due to his "swagger" LVL. Vaping and Veganism come up in conversation, along with other related topics.

3:05 - What does Kris do?

7:30 - Money Moves (Kanye West)

10:13 - Current Event (Micheal Jordan)

14:03 - Drake, Jay Z Liquor Companies

15:38 - Current Event (E-Cigs)

23:38 - Health is Wealth

49:21 - What Does Health is Wealth Mean to Ru?

1:09:06 - Health is a big thing in business (Parallels)

1:18:50 - Choosing a 10 day (Closing)

Oct 08, 201901:21:50

2. Skims

In Episode 1 you got to know the hosts Kris & Ru - episode 2 the fellas discuss a few different topics, adding their colorful commentary and insights on cultural events viewed through the lens of business. This episode was recorded on 09.14.19 at Kris' home office/studio, affectionately known as "The Trap". Run of Show: 6:30 - Money Moves (Tracy E. Ross/Patterns Beauty) 8:16 - Trademarks 21:00 -Kim K.W. /Skims 52:30 - Closing

Sep 28, 201955:11

1. Greetings From Austin

The hosts Kris and Ru breakdown the definition of LVLS and introduce themselves.

Sep 23, 201951:45