Brad Butler II is the CEO and founder of Brad Butler II & Associates, LLC. Brad is an athlete turned student success and retention specialist. A multi award winning motivational speaker, author, and educational consultant. He helps educators and coaches increase the graduation rate for students and athletes, using research-based strategies, components of SEL and life experiences. His purpose in life is to motivate, inspire, and empower people all around the world to live their dreams and put forth their best effort in everything they do. Brad, known to his friends as B-Rad, holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Kean University despite being placed in special education classes as a child for 10 years. He has spent the last 5 years traveling from school to school presenting for students, athletes, educators, and staff across the nation. Providing in person or virtual presentations, professional development workshops, and coaching mentees on public speaking. Brad’s goal is to help others become the best versions of themselves and encourage everyone to take full advantage of their opportunities. living by his motto:

“Make your next day your best day."

Episode 071: Work Ethic (feat. Brad Butler II)

Dr. Cesar Padilla joins us to share his story of growing up in the Bay Area of California in a culturally vibrant community, and having to navigate through gangs and violence.

Dr. Padilla also discusses his academic journey from a 0.67 GPA to Med School, what inspired him to become a physician, why mentoring matters, and what trusting the process means to him.

Episode 080: Much More (feat. Dr. Cesar Padilla)

Coach Corey Fuller joins us to share his story of growing up in Tallahassee, FL, why he chose to attend Florida State University, his transition from Florida State to the NFL, and his transition from the NFL to coaching.

Coach Fuller also discusses the challenges of transitioning away from football, how he got into coaching, advice he would give his younger self, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 081: It Works (feat. Coach Corey Fuller)

Tiffany Greene joins us to share her story of growing up in Tampa, Florida, why she chose to attend Florida A&M University, and her journey from selling cars to ESPN.

Tiffany also shares her experience of becoming the first African-American woman to serve as a play-by-play commentator for college football on ESPN, what it means to be bold, why mentoring matters, and what trusting the process means to her.

Episode 082: Be Bold (feat. Tiffany Greene)

Darius Fulghum joins us to share his story of growing up in Killeen, TX, how he grew a love for boxing, and how he won the USA Olympic trails as an underdog.

Darius also discusses the challenges he experienced pursing a career in boxing while also being in Nursing school, how he navigated becoming a RN, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 083: Prove It (feat. Darius Fulghum)

Virginia State University's 14th President, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah joins us this week to share his story of growing up in Chicago, IL, his early childhood academic aspirations, why he chose to attend Howard University for undergrad and Northwestern University for his PhD.

Dr. Abdullah also shares his experiences overcoming imposter syndrome, what trust the process means to him, and his transitions from student to professor/advisor and from professor/advisor to university administrator/president.

Episode 084: Trust Yourself (feat. President Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D.)

Stephen "Boss" Bostick joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in Miami, Florida, his experience earning a football scholarship to attend Carson Newson University, and what led him to attend Fort Valley State University. Boss shares how at one point in his life he contemplated suicide, as a result, he found his passion and healing in bodybuilding. Boss also shares advice he would give to his younger self and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 086: Worthy (feat: Stephen "Boss" Bostick)

Andrew Riley joins us this week on The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in St. Andrew, Jamaica, how he was introduced to the sport of track, and why he chose to attend the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on a track scholarship.

Andrew also shares his experiences moving from Jamaica to the United States, his transition to college track in the midwest, his experience being the first collegiate athlete to win national titles in both the 100m and 110mH at the same time, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 090: Controllables (feat. Andrew Riley)

Coach Chris Woods, the Head Track and Field Coach of Mississippi State University, joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in Covington, Georgia, how he was introduced to the sport of track, and his experience running collegiate track for Mississippi State University. 

Coach Woods also shares what it was like to transition from student-athlete to coach, the advice he would give his younger self, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 091: Be Intentional (feat. Coach Chris Woods)

This week, Anna-Lisa Myers Riley, Esq., joins us to share her story of how growing up in Portmore, Jamaica and attending Wolmers Trust High School forged her pursuit of excellence, shaped her life goals, and framed her perceptive of strength and leadership.

Anna also shares what it was like moving to the United States to attend Oklahoma City University on a track scholarship, her experiences applying to and graduating from the University of Florida College of Law, her motivation for joining the military, and much more.

Episode 092: Distinguish Yourself (feat. Anna-Lisa Myers Riley, Esq.)

This week, we sit down with Brittany Claybrooks—former East Orange Councilwoman, urban planner, and dedicated public service leader. With experience spanning local government, national advocacy, and political strategy, Brittany has built a career rooted in accountability, purpose, and community impact. Guided by her faith and shaped by her upbringing in Detroit, she shares how each step of her journey has taught her to trust the process and redefine what true public service looks like.

Episode 093: Unconditionally Worthy (feat. Brittany Claybrooks)

On The Process Podcast, we explore through personal narratives the ineffable transformational power of trusting the process. 

During each episode, our guests share stories of how they have overcome difficult situations, how they have transitioned through new phases in their life, and ultimately what lessons they have learned from their life experiences. 

We hope that our listeners gain strength in knowing that they are not alone along their respective journey, and that there is power in their lived experiences. We also hope that our listeners find encouragement in hearing how others have trusted the process to reach their life, career, athletic, and/or academic goals. 

TRUST THE PROCESS.

Episode 071: Work Ethic (feat. Brad Butler II)

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