Ep 04: Purpose-Driven Words with Cordell Jeffers

In this candid conversation, Helen sits down with award-winning entrepreneur, international speaker, and mindset coach Cordell Jeffers to explore the power of purpose-driven words. Cordell shares his personal journey from facing challenges in inner-city Birmingham to the transformative turning point he experienced living in the Caribbean. This episode delves into the impact of words on our lives, the concept of purpose, and the importance of self-awareness and reflection. Join Helen and Cordell as they dive into how purpose-driven words can change lives in profound ways.Here are the highlights:00:01 Cordell, an international speaker and mindset coach from Birmingham, overcame immense adversity in his early life04:20 "Polarity" represents a balanced perspective in life situations.08:57 A Caribbean trip changed my perception and led to personal growth and self-discovery.12:28 Striving for positivity and balance despite life's challenges.14:11 Practicing daily gratitude is key for human consciousness.16:29 Sharing our stories connects and inspires others. 21:25 TEDX talk inspired overcoming trauma and career success.23:25 Purpose is aligning with personal values, not society's.27:13 Values can change, particularly with the addition of children. Aim for mastery instead of trying to do too many things.31:08 So what we are doing is we are not carrying that emotional baggage through life.Connect with Cordell:Cordell is an award-winning entrepreneur, international speaker and mindset coach from Birmingham. He used adversity in his early life to become the unstoppable force he is today. Growing up in inner-city Birmingham Cordell faced vast challenges around crime and drugs, he was expelled from school, moved to the Caribbean and spent a year in this new, raw environment. Since then he has progressed beyond all expectations and is now the founder of multiple successful businesses and an international social enterprise. He has impacted and inspired thousands of lives with his story, which has gained him praise from his peers and notably King Charles III, Idris Elba, Lionel Richie and Sir Richard Branson.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cordell_jeffers/Tedx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/cordell_jeffers_how_to_turn_your_pain_into_purpose?language=enConnect with Helen:Website: helenpackham.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/helenpackhamFacebook: www.facebook.com/helenpackhamcoachLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackhamGet instant, free access to my master series where I explore storytelling in more detail. I share more on how you can develop your core story, and how you can use storytelling in your talks, meetings and presentations to increase their impact. Produced by winteraudio.co.uk