Reframe for Resilience - Episode 36: Beats of Resilience: How Music, Creativity, and Grit Shape Success with Amani Roberts

Reframe for Resilience

“From spinning beats to shaping minds, Professor Amani Roberts shows how resilience and creativity fuel success. Discover his powerful C.O.P.P.E.R.S. Framework and learn how music teaches us to keep moving forward — no matter the challenge.

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Episode Summary:

In this lively and inspiring episode of Reframe for Resilience, Dr. Frank L. Douglas welcomes Professor Amani Roberts — a professor, author, DJ, and professional speaker — to explore how creativity and resilience intertwine.

From nearly two decades at Marriott to a bold leap into full-time DJing, Professor Roberts shares the challenges, lessons, and mindset shifts that helped him reframe his journey. Through his C.O.P.P.E.R.S. Framework, he demonstrates how creative risk, persistence, and reinvention can turn setbacks into success stories.

With a DJ set woven through his storytelling, Amani reminds us that resilience is rhythmic — it’s about staying curious, taking risks, and never stopping the music of progress.

Key Topics

• Professor Amani Roberts’ journey from corporate life to creativity
• How DJ school taught humility and the art of persistence
• The C.O.P.P.E.R.S. Framework for resilience:
• C – Creative Risk
• O – Collaborate with Others
• P – Be Persistent
• P – Practice Resilience
• E – Embrace Failure
• R – Reinvention
• S – Stay Curious
• Lessons from music legends like Earth, Wind & Fire, The Supremes, and The Whispers
• The power of storytelling, sound, and soul in building resilience
• The importance of grace and gratitude in personal growth

Timeline Summary

[00:04] – Dr. Douglas introduces Professor Amani Roberts and his multifaceted career.

[00:59] – Amani shares his journey from Marriott executive to DJ and professor.

[02:32] – Taking a creative risk: leaving corporate life to follow passion.

[03:39] – Failing DJ school finals and finding strength in humility.

[04:56] – Introducing the C.O.P.P.E.R.S. Framework for resilience and creativity.

[05:27] – The story of Earth, Wind & Fire and creative risk with David Copperfield.

[07:30] – The Supremes and the lesson of persistence through failure.

[08:52] – The Whispers’ 23-year journey to the Billboard Top 10 — resilience in action.

[10:08] – Blending storytelling, music, and motivation in professional speaking.

[10:57] – Amani’s go-to songs for motivation: Keep On Moving, Get Down On It, and Outstanding.

[12:29] – Final message: Be creative, move forward, and give yourself grace.

Links & Resources

• Professor Amani Roberts Official Website
• DJ’s Mean Business by Amani Roberts
• The Quiet Storm by Amani Roberts
• Connect with Dr. Frank L. Douglas at Safe Haven Dialogues LLC
• Listen to more episodes at Reframe for Resilience Podcast

Closing Remark

Amani Roberts reminds us that resilience is not about never falling — it’s about finding rhythm in the rise. Whether you’re remixing your career or reimagining your next move, creativity and persistence will keep your music playing.