The Management Minute with Dr. Donita Brown

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Nov 2025

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Dr. Donita Brown sits down with business leaders to discuss how to navigate the world of management. Whether you are a seasoned manager or just starting out, this podcast is for you. After more than 20 years of corporate management experience leading teams of 2 to 102, Dr. Donita Brown now serves as a professor of management at Lipscomb University's College of Business in Nashville, TN. She is also an author, speaker, and habit coach.

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November 19, 2025Episode 613 min

Love, Mercy, & Compassion - Interview with Rob Massie

This episode's interview is with Rob Massie, Vice President of Information Technology at Dollar General. He shares stories and advice based on his management experiences, including the importance of: Looking beyond the technical skills of your employees and putting them in opportunities to grow and succeed Not compromising quality but addressing problems with compassion and from a place of understanding Using positive, future-based language instead of fear-based language Being courageous and speaking out He answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

November 5, 2025Episode 512 min

Trust & Vulnerability - Interview with Rebecca Whitehead

This episode's interview is with Rebecca Whitehead, owner of Kidokinetics Nashville, Nashville Market Leader for The Gunter Group, and an award-winning author. Rebecca shares stories and advice based on her management experiences, including the importance of: Connecting with people as a human first and understanding what drives them Asking for feedback in addition to giving feedback Helping your team understand the why Building trust and being vulnerable She answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

October 22, 2025Episode 416 min

Proud to Care - Interview with Sarah Bellenger

This episode's interview is with Sarah Bellenger, the CEO and Founder of Manage You. She also served for over two decades as an Army nurse and spent three years at the White House providing medical support to the nation’s top leaders. Sarah shares stories and advice based on her management experiences, including the importance of: Actively listening and checking in with employees to foster trust and support Noticing when something is off with one of your employees and responding with care and compassion Using structure and consistency, such as checklists, to enhance communication and team performance She answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

October 8, 2025Episode 311 min

Empathy & Connection - Interview with Jason Elkins

This episode's interview is with Jason Elkins, a marketing coach, digital media specialist, and founder of 100 Cups Consulting. Jason shares stories and advice based on his management experiences, including the importance of: Leading with empathy to build stronger connections with employees and clients Creating a culture where people feel valued, supported, and cared for Adapting your management style to meet each team member’s unique needs He answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

September 24, 2025Episode 215 min

Responsiveness & Communication - Interview with Marshall Crawford

This episode's interview is with Marshall Crawford, President and CEO of The Housing Fund. Marshall shares stories and advice based on his management experiences, including the importance of: Providing both employees and clients with the resources and support they need to thrive Responding well in high-pressure situations Maintaining open and ongoing communication Adapting your approach to management as you grow He answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

September 10, 2025Episode 112 min

Individualization & Authenticity - Interview with Dr. Allison Duke

This episode's interview is with Dr. Allison Duke, Dean of the College of Business at Lipscomb University. Dr. Duke shares stories and advice based on her management experiences, including the importance of: Recognizing and leveraging each person’s unique strengths Helping employees discover what they love and aligning roles to fit those strengths Building trust through consistent, meaningful one-on-one conversations Learning from a variety of leadership styles rather than following a single model Staying authentic and leading in a way that aligns with your own personality and values She answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you? Learn more about The Management Minute.

March 19, 2025Episode 514 min

Problems & Strengths - Interview with Jon Puncochar

This episode's interview is with Jon Puncochar, the Assistant Vice President of Enterprise Transformation at Lifepoint Health. Jon shares stories and advice based on his management experiences, including the importance of: Taking a holistic approach to problem-solving and defining problems well Having alignment with key stakeholders across the organization Learning from others and the awareness that others are learning from you and the impression you leave on people Leaning into your strengths and pointing your team in the direction that uses their strengths best He answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

March 5, 2025Episode 412 min

Embracing the Uncomfortable Learning - Interview with Chip Higgins

This episode's interview is with Chip Higgins, a best-selling author, speaker, business coach, and mentor with more than 15 years of leadership experience in the banking industry. He is also the founder of Bizzics, which provides business advisory, consulting, and coaching services. Chip shares stories and advice based on his management experiences, including the importance of: Focusing on the big things Adding value in all you do Remembering that business is about people He answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

February 19, 2025Episode 313 min

Kindness Matters - Interview with Heather Legg

This episode's interview is with Heather Legg, a Realtor with Benchmark Realty. In this episode, she discusses how: Faith and ethics form the foundation of successful business practices - these core values should guide all professional decisions and interactions True influence comes through demonstrating genuine kindness and compassion - focusing on meaningful connections rather than just transactions or sales metrics The real estate industry, like any service-oriented business, thrives on putting people first - success stems from authentically helping others achieve their goals She answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?

February 5, 2025Episode 212 min

Being a Good Human - Interview with Mari Garner

This episode's interview is with Mari Garner, Associate Director at The Refuge Center for Counseling. She shares stories and advice based on her management experiences, including the importance of: Developing synergy and getting everyone moving in the same direction Building trust and treating others how you would want to be treated Remembering your journey and your why Learning from previous managers to develop your unique vision of what a good leader looks like She answers the same questions as each podcast guest: How do your values impact your management philosophy? Who or what has had the most impact on your management style? What book has made the biggest impact on you?