Nona Jones - Tech Executive, Author & Speaker | Harness Your Pain to Propel Your Purpose

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➡️ About The Guest

Nona Jones stands as a formidable force at the intersection of faith, technology, and leadership, transforming lives through her multifaceted career as an author, speaker, and executive leader. Rising above childhood adversity, she made history as Meta's Head of Global Faith-Based Partnerships, where she revolutionized how religious organizations engage with digital platforms. Her bestselling books, including "Success from the Inside Out," have cemented her reputation as a thought leader, while her compelling keynotes at venues like the United Nations and Fortune 500 companies have earned her recognition as one of John Maxwell's "World's Top 30 Emerging Leaders."

A licensed minister with advanced degrees in leadership and business, Jones combines her spiritual calling with strategic acumen, serving on influential boards and garnering acclaim from publications like Forbes and Essence. Through her work in mental and spiritual wellness advocacy, she continues to demonstrate how faith and innovation can harmoniously drive positive change, making her one of today's most influential voices in both the digital and spiritual realms.

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https://www.instagram.com/nonanotnora/  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nona-c-jones-mba-b30a948/           

https://www.nonajones.com/  

➡️ Books

https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Rejection-Harness-Propel-Purpose/dp/B0CNHBVN1F/  

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

03:02 - The Gift of Rejection

07:02 - Finding the Gift Beyond Rejection

17:45 - Sponsor: Business Made Simple

18:16 - Manipulation vs. True Change

21:53 - Embracing Taboo Emotions

28:05 - Healing Trauma in Relationships

33:21 - Sponsor: Range Rover Sport

34:56 - Rewriting Your Inner Script

38:04 - Facing Rejection Without Faith

43:44 - Nona’s Open Framework

48:36 - Myths About Rejection

49:48 - Friends Matter in Rejection

50:47 - Advice for My 20-Year-Old Self

Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.