Welcome to The Leader I Needed with James (Trig) Rosseau, Sr.

Episodes

June 12, 2023

84. Juneteenth: A Testimony of Faith and Freedom with Rasool Berry

In this episode, Rasool Berry, a teaching pastor at The Bridge Church in Brooklyn, New York, and director of partnerships and content development with Our Daily Bread Ministries, discusses the history and significance of Juneteenth. He shares personal stories and insights related to the topic, as well as his background and how he ended up pastoring at The Bridge Church and working with Our Daily Bread Ministries. The conversation also touches on the creation of the Juneteenth documentary, the ...
June 5, 2023

83. Redemption vs. Recovery: A story of addiction, faith and perspective with Brother Wolf

In a world where addiction is prevalent, it's important to hear stories of hope and redemption. Brother Wolf's journey of overcoming addiction and finding purpose in helping others is inspiring. He shares how he had multiple arrests for addiction-related crimes and was misdiagnosed with bipolar and manic-depressive disorder. However, a spiritual awakening and seeking help led him to break the cycle of addiction and become a pastor of an organization that helps the broken and battered in their co...
May 29, 2023

82. How Can Faith Empower Public Service? Senator Pastor Raphael Warnock and Army Staff Sergeant Lamar Riddick share their stories.

This episode of The Corelink Solution features a discussion on faith in public service with guest Lamar Riddick, a musician and rapper who recently joined the US Army, and Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock, a pastor of the church that Reverend Martin Luther King used to pastor in Atlanta. Listen as we discuss the importance of taking one's faith inside the workplace. For more episodes like this, please visit www.thecorelinksolution.com, and if you found this episode helpful, please leave a comme...
May 15, 2023

81. The Power of Perseverance: Lessons from Orion Brown's Entrepreneurial Journey

Orion Brown, Founder, and CEO of Black Travel Box, a premium clean beauty brand targeting women of color joins. We discuss Orion's journey from corporate America to founding her own company, the challenges she faced, and the importance of perseverance and adaptability in entrepreneurship. Orion also shares advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of defining success on your own terms and taking advantage of the opportunities available in today's digital age. We also jump int...
April 24, 2023

80. Equity, Politics, and the Art of Compromise with Virginia Senator Mark Warner

Nextel co-founder and legislator Mark Warner joins The Corelink Solution to discuss the state of equity in America and the importance of compromise in politics. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the episode. Follow us on Twitter at @jamesrosseausr and @TheCLSolution and join the conversation. To hear full episodes of the podcast, locate business and career resources, or get started with our Success On Your Own Terms program, visit www.thecorelinksolution.com. Until next time, be informed, be e...
April 17, 2023

79. The power of media with Pure Flix CEO Michael Scott

Pure Flix CEO Michael Scott joins us for an in-depth discussion on the power of media and the journey it took to become a pioneer in faith-based media. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the episode. Follow us on Twitter at @jamesrosseausr and @TheCLSolution and join the conversation. To hear full episodes of the podcast, locate business and career resources, or get started with our Success On Your Own Terms program, visit www.thecorelinksolution.com. Until next time, be informed, be empowered,...
April 13, 2023

78. Living a purpose-driven life with Adam Farmer, Chief Operating Officer of Larry’s Barber College

Chief Operating Officer of Larry’s Barber College, Larry’s Barber Maximus, and host of Clipper Talk TV, Adam Farmer is living his purpose-driven life and transforming lives.
April 10, 2023

77. Atlanta’s Habitat for Humanity is building communities and helping families thrive.

Atlanta Habitat for Humanity has worked with more than 5,000 family members to achieve the dream of affordable homeownership since 1983. Their mission is to transform communities by acting as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization through education, innovative development, partnerships, and long-term relationships with families. CEO Alan Ferguson is sharing startling homeownership statistics and the importance of their work in and on the metro Atlanta community. Equity matters. Be sure to ...
April 4, 2023

76. Finding Your Tribe

This episode is all about Finding Your Tribe. It can be hard to find a stable support system that's in alignment with not only your purpose but your journey. Trig gives some wisdom on how to be intentional when searching for community. Be sure to share your thoughts with us, we would love to hear from you.
March 28, 2023

75. The Journey of Othneil Chambers Sr.

With producing for the likes of French Montana and the late Nipsey Hussle, Othneil has always had a love for music. He has not only been a major instrument in the journey of other artists but in his own journey to artistry. Listen as Trig takes us on a journey of faith and resiliency with Othneil Chambers, Sr.
March 10, 2023

74. Mental Health Check In

This episode talks about the barriers that are based on mental health. The fear of asking for help or receiving help. Are you someone who struggles with this concept? On this episode, Trig goes into an explicit conversation on how to analyze those barriers and move forward in the matter faith. He also touches on a new term called "FAVE" that brings a new meaning to community, art, and education. This conversation is all about inspiring listeners to be their authentic selves and working towards t...
March 8, 2023

73. The inspiring legacy of Vic Padilla founder of Holy Culture Radio

In celebration of our 20th Anniversary, we invited Holy Culture Radio founder Vic Padilla to share the inspiration behind our revolutionary Christian hip-hop station. For more podcasts like these, www.thecorelinksolution.com. Thank you so much for linking up and I will see you next episode. And until then, remember to be informed, be empowered, and be accountable.
March 1, 2023

72. Learning in the highs and lows in your work with Chuck Rosenberry

We like to talk about “winning” often, but we can’t overlook that a significant part of our growth comes from the lessons we embrace when not winning. On this episode, we talk with TransUnion Industry Executive. Chuck Rosenberry. Doing three tours together at Chase, Allstate, and Legal Shield, Rossseau and Rosenberry have weathered some significant challenges and had some great successes. And; learned some life-changing lessons along the way. Those are our thoughts, but as always, we would love...
Feb. 22, 2023

71. Pastor Mike Jr., is winning gospel music with his new hit single "Impossible".

Pastor Mike joins The Corelink Solution for a discussion on music, ministry, and the moments that really matter in life. Dubbed “The New King of Urban Inspiration,” the brand-new EP, WINNING, features 8 stand-out tracks of encouragement with Pastor Mike’s signature sound, trap music cadences, and lyrical mastery. But beyond being a multiple-award-winning and Billboard chart-topping artist; Pastor Mike Jr. stays focused on what’s most important.
Feb. 21, 2023

70. 3 Fundamental Financial Tips in and out of season (with Darrin Wilson)

Vice President. Community Manager JP Morgan Chase Delaware, Darrin Wilson, dropped in on The Corelink Solution to discuss financial freedom, how to budget and save, and learning to manage your credit to become financially fit in any economic climate. Healthy spending practices define financial wellness. After the economic strain of the covid-19 shutdown, inflation is on the rise at a whopping 6.5%! And we are all feeling the pinch, especially at the pump. So how do we save in this post-pandemic...
Feb. 3, 2023

69. Emanuel is the truth; life gets better after 40!

James Rosseau Sr., Trig and Emanuel sat down together for an exclusive listening party of his self-titled album, three years in the making, that was released last Friday. Featuring the lead singles Nights in Atlanta, Set the Bar and Grey Hairs, he is giving his fans his long awaited 13th album. Emanuel says his goal with this self-titled album is to expand the sound of CHH, “As amazing as it is, I think it’s a bit pigeonholed sonically. I think we live in sonic echo chambers. I just like to alw...
Jan. 9, 2023

68. Resolution VS Resolve; Starting 2023 With Passion and Purpose

On this special New Years pop up edition of The Corelink Solution with James Rosseau Sr., we discuss the difference between a resolution and resolve, three things you need to incorporate in your daily life to help you follow your passion, succeed in your purpose along with prioritizing your time and the art of gratitude.
June 22, 2022

67: Setting Priorities At Work and In Life with Brandon Smith

I once heard that if everything is a priority, then nothing is a priority. That is true in business and our personal lives. Over the past few years, managing priorities have been increasingly more challenging given the change in work - - as in many cases, the lines between work and home are even more blurred. Bradon Smith, an expert in leadership communication known as “The Workplace Therapist,” joins me for a conversation around prioritization. During our discussion, we dive into his latest bo...
June 13, 2022

66: Closing The Technology and Wealth Gap

I recently spent some time with Will Adams, an award-winning D&I innovator, engineering trailblazer, and philanthropist. He was named the first Technical Advisor to Microsoft’s CTO, Kevin Scott. Further, he is one of the first Black entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley. So, I was interested in picking his brain on several topics. During our conversation, he shares his insights on the wealth gap for African Americans and how to approach closing it, the substance versus the varnish of Web 3.0, Diversi...
May 27, 2022

65: Six Things You Can Do To Drive Meaningful Change

During my discussion with Dr. Jean Latting, we unpack six key things we can do as individuals, from how we deal with assumptions to how we initiate change in the work environment. Collectively, these steps and shifts can help us move towards a more vibrant and inclusive community.
April 19, 2022

64: Increasing Community Connections with Sarah Friar

How do we increase the sense of community at a time when many say we are more polarized than ever? Joining me to discuss this topic is Sarah Friar, CEO of Nextdoor. Nextdoor touches 1 out of every 3 Americans, with 33 Million people who use their app multiple times each week. That level of connectivity and data has provided keen insights from which we can all learn.
April 7, 2022

63: Using What You Have To Fulfill Your Dreams With DC Glenn

From #1 Billboard chart-topping “Whoomp There It Is” to Geico’s most popular commercial, “Scoop there it is,” DC Glenn of Tag Team has etched a mark for himself in the creative world. However, what is less obvious is what he does behind the scenes to create opportunities for success. During our discussion, he shares some insights into his many business ventures and his techniques to approach them.
Oct. 14, 2021

62: Job Interview Success with Chris Delaney

Chris Delaney has helped thousands improve their interview success leading him to write his book, “What Is Your Interview Identity,” and develop the sixteen interview types. During our conversation, we discuss three key tips that have helped people become more successful in landing the job of their dreams. About Chris Delaney Chris Delaney is an interview coach, author, and hypnotherapist. Being dyslexic Chris struggled in school and left with no qualifications. Passion and a bit of luck helpe...
Sept. 1, 2021

61: Life's Non Conformities with Salman Raza

The line of sight between where you are now and your vision is difficult to create, to begin with. At to that the inevitable barriers that you will face in between. Some of those barriers include people, cultures, and more. How will you properly handle them? This episode will share some techniques that will help. About Salman Raza Salman is a Biomedical Engineer by qualification, an Auditor by profession, and a reformist and visionary at heart. He has lived on four continents and worked in thi...