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Aaron Womack Jr.
Welcome to "An Hour Early" podcast for a spiritual journey of motivational practices that will change you from a dreamer to a doer and maximize your ability to reach your hopes and dreams. It's good to dream, but, it's better to dream and hustle
Nothing worthwhile comes easy, this week Aaron shares some motivational clips to keep you focused on acheiving your goals.
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Metaphors for life and success are all around us, even in tragedy. This week, Aaron shares some shorter motivational clips from An Hour Early Instagram and Facebook pages.
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This week, Aaron shares some motivational clips from the An Hour Early Instagram page.
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Overcoming adversity is a skill we develop throughout our lifetime. Just like with any skill, you get better the more times you do it. This week, Aaron shares some excerpts around overcoming and explains why having to overcome something is actually good for you. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com Check out An Hour Early on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/anhourearly_/ https://www.facebook.com/anhourearly
This week Aaron implores us to try something. We all get stuck from time to time. The best way to get unstuck is through action, big or small. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Reach out at anhourearlyllc.com https://www.instagram.com/anhourearly_/ https://www.facebook.com/anhourearly
This week, Aaron answers some student questions from his recent visit to the Black Male Summit.
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When push comes to shove or something major hits you, our standards are tested. This week, Aaron discusses the importance of having standards and how to use them to push through to achieve your goals when the inevitable challenge pops up.
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Part of the entrepreneur's journey involves sacrifice. Knowing what you should sacrifice and what should take top priority can be hard. This week, Aaron gives some insights on this issue and reminds us that it's always important to remember to put the first thing first. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com
What happens when things don't go according to plan? What we do in those moments can define who we are to our customers or clients. This week, Aaron gives some insight on what to do when things go wrong and how we can make it right. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, retired Army Sergeant First Class, Wanda Womack joins the podcast to talk about leadership. Wanda shares a unique perspective on leadership gleaned from her 29 years serving in the military. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com. You can check out the latest from An Hour Early on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/anhourearly https://www.instagram.com/anhourearly_/
In life, we get farther when we know what we need to do or what our assignment is. Join Aaron this week for a special re-aired episode digging into the idea of assignments and how you know what your assignment is.
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On our entrepreneurial journey, it can be easy to overlook small opportunities that shape us into the person we want to become. This week, Aaron reminds us to treat even the smallest of opportunities as the big ones. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com. You can check out the latest from An Hour Early on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/anhourearly https://www.instagram.com/anhourearly_/
The first step in doing anything great is to get started. When it comes to opening a business, forming an llc is a great place to start. On this week's re-released episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron walks us through the process of opening an llc and gives practical advice to help turn the dreamer into a doer.
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This week Aaron implores us to try something. We all get stuck from time to time. The best way to get unstuck is through action, big or small. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Reach out at anhourearlyllc.com https://www.instagram.com/anhourearly_/ https://www.facebook.com/anhourearly
Sometimes an episode is so nice you have to play it twice. This week An Hour Early presents an encore presentation of last weeks episode featuring education resource expert Doris Trice.
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Doris Trice from Trice Educational Educational Resources, Inc joins the podcast this week to share her entrepreneurial journey. Doris saw a need in the marketplace and persevered through challenges to build a successful educational support business. Interested in booking Aaron to speak at your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, retired Army Sergeant First Class, Wanda Womack joins the podcast to talk about leadership. Wanda shares a unique perspective on leadership gleaned from her 29 years serving in the military. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, Aaron talks about the one percenters, those of us that are willing to do things others won't do in order to have the things others won't have. Are you interested in booking Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
On a special re-aried episode, recent Howard University graduate Tamia Powell joins Aaron to discuss the obstacles she faced and how she handled adversity on her journey from high school student to cyber security specialist for a fortune 500 company. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
Even the most disciplined individuals need motivation. An easy way to stay motivated is to go back to things that motivate us on a personal level. This week, Aaron shares some clips he uses regularly to stay motivated and to keep grinding. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
It's easy to get discouraged when our entrepreneurial journey hits a roadblock. This week, Aaron motivates us to push through the hard times and keep our long term goals in the forefront. What to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearly.com.
As we wind down 2023 and look forward to 2024, deciding what to say yes or no to in the coming weeks is going to be a challenge. This week we look back at an earlier episode with our resident mental health expert Tanzanique Cage. Tanzanique shares four questions we should ask ourselves before saying yes, so you can feel confident when presented with new opportunities.
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It's that time of year where we look forward to what's coming up, but we can't take our eyes off of what is in front of us. This week Aaron talks about how knowing what personal success is to us, can give us motivation to keep grinding into the new year. Want to book Aaron to speak to your school or organization? Reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, Aaron tackles questions sent in by An Hour Early Podcast listeners. As you start to think about your 2024 goals, Aaron's insights will help you take the proper next steps to go from dreamer to doer. Have a question you would like answered on the podcast? Be sure to submit them at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, Aaron talks with Denny Kuiper, a sports communication consultant with over 30 years of coaching experience. Denny is the author of the book, Know Yourself As A Coach, and currently works with the Marquette men's basketball program. Denny and Aaron give great insight about how a coach can benefit you both inside and outside the world of sports. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Whatever we aspire to achieve or do, there is a first step, but after the first step is the second. This week Aaron discusses the challenges that come with figuring out what the second step should be and gives practical advice on how to move forward in the process of going from dreamer to doer. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, Aaron continues the conversation around the battles we face to humble ourselves in pursuit of what we want to achieve. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
Oftentimes on our road to personal success, we find ourselves in positions where we need to humble ourselves to achieve something greater. This week Aaron discusses the battle of humbling yourself and how you can stay motivated in the process.
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Morgan State graduate and IT professional Tim Tayo joins the podcast this week to discuss the challenges of fighting a battle, even when that battle is a huge blessing.
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Recent Howard University graduate Tamia Powell joins Aaron this week to discuss the obstacles she faced and how she handled adversity on her journey from high school student to cyber security specialist for a fortune 500 company. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
We all face obstacles or times where we need to level up in our careers or personal lives. This week, Aaron shows us practical strategies for moving from a dreamer to a doer in whatever part of your personal or entrepreneurial journey you are on.
Our entrepreneurial journey is going to be filled with battles, things we have to fight through in order to be successful. This week, Aaron gives practical advice on how you can fight your battles and level up your game. Want to book Aaron to speak at your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron continues on the theme of identifying the things that stand in your way to reaching your hopes and dreams and gives you practical advice in how to mentally attack those obstacles. Interested in booking Aaron to work with your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Every entrepreneurial journey has obstacles. This week, Aaron shares part 1 of a 2 part series encouraging you to identify those obstacles and gives the motivation to overcome them. Interested in booking Aaron to work with your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Whether you are an expert or a beginner, naturally talented or not so much, it's important to grow in your craft. This week, Aaron hits on that topic and provides motivation around the principle of constant improvement. Want to book Aaron to speak at your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Hard work is hard and it requires work. This week Aaron talks about what it takes to go from a dreamer to a doer and how a little cockiness along the way can net you big results.
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Nearly every entrepreneur would describe themselves as busy, but that action doesn't always translate to results. This week Aaron covers the topic of discipline and makes an important distinction between being busy and being disciplined in the right things. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com. Attached are the updated numbers as of today.
The inductees to the Success Hall Of Fame keep coming in. This week Aaron walks us through the 5th inductee, discipline. The conversation is sure to motivate you on your entrepreneurial journey and help you develop the discipline needed to succeed. Want to book Aaron to speak at your organization? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week, Aaron tackles the next two inductees to the Success Hall of Fame. If you are looking to up your game on your entrepreneurial journey, you don't want to miss this episode. Want to book Aaron to speak to your organization? Be sure to connect with him at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
There are undoubtedly some hall of fame characteristics that lead to personal success. This week Aaron discusses two of the elements that rise to the top in terms of attributes of successful individuals. Want to book Aaron to speak at your organization? Reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Summer school is back in session this week. Join Aaron for a special edition of An Hour Early podcast where he highlights some of the best moments from recent episodes. Have a topic you would like Aaron to tackle on the podcast? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com
Summer is a great time to reflect on your progress toward your goals and gear up for hitting them hard again in the near future. This week, Aaron takes us to summer school and helps us put our progress into perspective and get us ready for what will come next. Want to book Aaron to speak at your event? Reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron brings us along with him into the classroom as he shares an excerpt from a recent speech where he explains the importance of setting yourself apart in order to achieve your goals. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com
This week class is in session as Aaron hosts a mini master class on how to make progress on your entrepreneurial goals. With a focus on action, Aaron lays out 4 practical principles that will help you get your small business off the ground.
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Sometimes our lack of progress on our goals is because we get mixed up in our own mind with what we need to be doing. This week Aaron discusses the differences between being anointed and your appointment and how understanding the difference can motivate you to hustle in the right way. Have a question or a topic you want to hear discussed on An Hour Early Podcast? Reach out to Aaron at anhourearlyllc.com.
Peace doesn't have to be some elusive goal. If we can accept where we are at without settling or becoming complacent, it's possible to find peace in some of the more stressful moments on any entrepreneurial journey. Aaron discusses this and more on this week's episode of An Hour Early podcast. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it at anhourearlyllc.com.
Our thoughts aren't always a reliable source when it comes to understanding our value. This week Aaron tackles the concept of second guessing your worth and explains the difference between a fact check and a feelings check. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
Sometimes the next steps in your entrepreneurial journey require you to jump in with both feet. Whether that means you need to find a coach or a mentor or take a leap of faith that requires you to get both feet wet, the next steps on your path won't always look like an open door. This week Aaron talks about what to do when it doesn't look like the door is open so you can keep moving forward. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out an anhourearlyllc.com
When building your brand it's important to remember that it is nearly impossible to cultivate your brand if you are sending mixed messages. This week Aaron discusses how to ensure you are sending a consistent message about your personal brand and provides some tips on how to ensure you are communicating effectively what you or your organization values. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it an anhourearlyllc.com
This week, An Hour Early is continuing working through the ways we get in our own way. When we don't take time to reflect, we can neglect to give ourselves the space we need to solve complicated problems. If we can build in regular times of silence, that can go a long way to helping us on our entrepreneurial journey. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it an anhourearlyllc.com
Sometimes the would be entrepreneur's biggest obstacle is moving beyond self rejection. It's easy to convince ourselves out of doing the next step in building a business, but this self rejection only hinders our progress to achieving our goals. This week Aaron discusses avoiding self rejection and how to make sure we aren't our own worst enemy. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it at anhourearlyllc.com.
You can't establish a brand with mixed messages. When developing an identity for your business or organization, staying true to your mission and vision will help you establish the brand you are trying to create. This week, Aaron talks about how to build your brand and is joined briefly by Kayla Jones from Marathon 100, an organization that helps individuals develop multiple streams of income, who speaks about an event taking place at the Radison Hotel at 2303 Mayfair Rd. in Wauwatosa May 20, 2023 from noon to 2pm. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com
An Hour Early's resident mental health expert, Tanzanique Cage, joins the show again this week to share some insights on how to have difficult conversations and set appropriate boundaries. Then Aaron answers a student's question regarding how to have a difficult conversation with a teacher regarding grading. You can learn more about Tanzanique and the services she offers at www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com. Have a question for the podcast? Be sure to reach out to Aaron at www.anhourearlyllc.com
If we stay comfortable, we can't expect to make progress on our goals. For the would be entrepreneur, having uncomfortable conversations is an inevitable part of the growth process. This week, Tanzanique Cage, An Hour Early's mental health and wellness expert joins the show to discuss getting uncomfortable in order to reach our hopes and dreams. You can find more about Tanzanique at www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to visit anhourearlyllc.com
This week we celebrate 100 episodes of An Hour Early Podcast. Recurring guest, Kendale Allen returns to the show to give an update on Financial Empowerers (https://www.financialempowererscorp.org/) and the crew talks through some of the highlights of the first 100 episodes. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron is joined by Allstate Insurance agent Carlissa Schmit. Carlissa's story is another example of if you want something bad enough, you can find a way. Through self promotion and sacrifice she has excelled in the insurance area.
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On your entrepreneurial journey, it's easy to get comfortable with your plan B. If we want to push the ceiling of our potential, we need to fight for our dreams. This week Aaron speaks about that and previews something special coming up for An Hour Early listeners. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it at anhourearlyllc.com
When branching out to reach our goals, it's easy to forget that adversity is part of the process. Whether you are striving to be a better student athlete or starting a small business, you are sure to face your share of adversity. This week, Aaron invites LaShuan Bryson, chief merchandising officer and owner of Bryson Reid, a women's apparel and accessories store located in Bayside, Wisconsin. They discuss the unique challenges she faced while running a brick and mortar store during a global pandemic and how she goes out of her way to meet the needs of her customers. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron is honored to sit down with long time Wisconsin State Senator and Milwaukee Municipal Court Branch 2 Judge hopeful, Lena Taylor. Lena's story of hard work and perseverance through adversity is sure to motivate you to take the next step in your endeavors. If you want to know more about Senator Taylor, check out golenataylor.com. For Wisconsin specific voter information, head to myvote.wi.gov. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to visit anhourearlyllc.com.
In life, sometimes you have to be a little cocky to go against the grain. When that cockiness comes out of our belief in ourselves, and is coupled with hard work and dedication, we can accomplish great things. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
One of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs or anyone venturing off into uncharted territory is to move confidently into the unknown. This week, educational leader, Lena Patton, joins the podcast to discuss how confidence and enthusiasm ultimately leads to success. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
There is a fine line between humility and cockiness. This week, for Women's History Month, Aaron is joined by a special guest to discuss the importance of recognizing your value and how a little cockiness can give you the confidence to ask for what you deserve. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to let him know at anhourearlyllc.com.
When you are committed to your plan A, sometimes you have to go all in. This week, Aaron shares with us the concept of burning your boats and how it applies to reaching your hopes and dreams by eliminating your plan B. Have a question or show idea for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com
On the journey to fulfilling your dreams, you might be tempted to have a fallback plan, a plan B. This week, Aaron explains that if you want to increase your chances of success for our plan A, you can't have a plan B.
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This week Aaron reminds us that you can always become great within your individual circumstances because when things don't make sense, it might be time to just go for it. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.
Joining the podcast this week is Odell Ball. Odell is a long time educator, former pro basketball player, and Milwaukee's 9th District Aldermanic hopeful. Along with Tanzanique Cage (www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com), the Hour Early crew talks about the importance of trying to do everything you do with excellence. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it anhourearlyllc.com
There are a lot of parallels between being a successful student athlete and an entrepreneur. This week Aaron is joined by current student athletes, Aniya and Aaron Womack, to discuss what it takes to be mentally prepared to succeed as a student athlete. Aaron is also joined by Kendale Allen from financial empowerers (financialempowererscorp.org). Have a question or suggestion for the show. Contact Aaron at anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron is joined by two of An Hour Early's biggest fans, Yolanda and JoeHellen "Mama" Womack. Mama Womack speaks about the importance of telling it like it is and gives some insight in how you can raise successful student athletes. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit your questions at anhourearlyllc.com
An Hour Early's resident mental health expert Tanzanique Cage, from www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com, joins the podcast to discuss how we can begin to prepare ourselves mentally to go after our hopes and dreams. She offers a simpler approach to the New Year's resolution and explains how having an unbiased person to talk things through with can make all of the difference. Are you looking to start the new year off right? Contact An Hour Early at www.anhourearlyllc.com to connect with Aaron about your upcoming endeavors.
Kendale Allen from Financial Empowerers (www.financialempowererscorp.org) and Mr. Figure$ returns to give a recap of what he has been up to through the end of 2022 and talk about the power of having a coach or mentor. If you're looking to go from a dreamer to a doer in 2023 be sure to connect with An Hour Early at anhourearlyllc.com.
Aaron is back for part 2 of A Look Back At 2022, breaking down some of the highlights from previous episodes and diving deeper into what it means to step into your authority. 2022 was a great year for An Hour Early and we want to help you make 2023 an even better year for you. Make sure to head to the website, anhourearlyllc.com, and add your New Year's resolutions to the bottom of the page.
Episodes of An Hour Early Podcast from 2022 were full of great nuggets to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. This week, Aaron breaks down some of the highlights from this past year which will motivate you as you start your 2023 planning. Have a question for Aaron or want to submit your New Year's resolution? Enter your info at the bottom of the front page at anhourearlyllc.com
This week, Katie Salanga, Head Athletic Trainer at Dominican High School in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin joins the show to talk about how she provides Division 1 level care in her interactions with high school student athletes. Do you have a goal for the start of 2023? Submit your New Year's resolutions to anhourearlyllc.com.
It takes a lot to reach your hopes and dreams. Sometimes what stands in the way is consistent hard work and sometimes what is throwing us off is the multitude of voices telling us what work to do. This week Aaron pushes back on the idea that listening to a multitude of voices is a good thing. Instead, if we focus on one voice and one idea, we can simplify our actions and increase the chances of getting the results we are looking for. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to reach out to the show at anhourearlyllc.com
This week Aaron is joined by coach, journalist, and entrepreneur Deysha Smith-Jenkins. Deysha speaks about the importance of hard work, consistency, and how you can use the combination of those two to build and protect your personal brand. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to check out anhourearlyllc.com to submit your questions for the show.
On the journey from dreamer to do-er, each of us has a next step in reaching our goals. Sometimes that next step is to add something into your life and sometimes the next step is to remove something, or possibly someone. This week Aaron gives advice on what to do if you have outgrown the people you spend your time with. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to submit it at www.anhourearly.com.
This week, Aaron continues the theme of authority by talking about the work you can't avoid doing - your assignment. Aaron welcomes back Reverend Kimberly Poe from Bethel C.M.E. and Minister Troy Cotton Jr. from Unity Gospel House of Prayer to discuss work we must do in order to fulfill our mission. Aaron is also joined by Kyle Parker from ClipDart, a business that promotes mental health and wellness through providing free haircuts to university students and those in under resourced communities. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to check out anhourearlyllc.com and enter it at the bottom of the page to possibly be featured on a future episode.
Troy Cotton Jr. of Unity Gospel House of Prayer and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee joins Aaron once again to continue the theme of authority. This week they talk about finding out what your assignment is, so that you can live within your authority. Have a question for Aaron? Be sure to ask him by entering it on his website, www.anhourearlyllc.com.
While authority can be given to us through titles or certificates, true authority, many times, comes from within. This week, Aaron is joined by Shunn Morrise from Restore Life Ministries to talk about where authority comes from and what happens when we neglect to live in our authority. Have a question for An Hour Early? Go to www.anhourearlyllc.com and enter it at the bottom of the page and it may be featured on a future episode.
Now that you have accepted that you are the author of your own story, what's next? This week on An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron continues on the theme of authority by going deeper into the idea of what it means to really understand the authority each of us has to live out our purpose. Do you have a question for Aaron? Be sure to connect with An Hour Early at anhourearlyllc.com
Now that you have accepted that you are the author of your own story, what's next? This week on An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron continues on the theme of authority by going deeper into the idea of what it means to really understand the authority each of us has to live out our purpose. Do you have a question for Aaron? Be sure to connect with An Hour Early at anhourearlyllc.com
This week Aaron and special guests Reverend Kimberly Poe from Bethel C.M.E. church and Pastor Troy (TC) Cotton Jr. from Unity Gospel House of Prayer, both located in the city of Milwaukee, discuss authority and the confidence and assurance we can have when we step into our authority.
This week Aaron and special guests Reverend Kimberly Poe from Bethel C.M.E. church and Pastor Troy (TC) Cotton Jr. from Unity Gospel House of Prayer, both located in the city of Milwaukee, discuss authority and the confidence and assurance we can have when we step into our authority.
This week, Aaron Womack Jr. tackles a question a lot of listeners have had. How important is it that you believe in yourself? While a lot of people might say that is the most important thing for an entrepreneur to have, Aaron's take is a little different. Check out this week's episode to hear what Aaron has to say. Have a question for Aaron? Ask him at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Staying motivated on your entrepreneurial journey can be one of the biggest challenges an entrepreneur can face. Our ability to move forward can sometimes be stifled by confusing goals with dreams. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron breaks down the difference between a goal and a dream and shows us how we can accomplish more by living in our authority. Be sure to connect with us at An Hour Early Podcast at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
When we get no for an answer, we can either quit trying for a yes or we can move forward, but how do we know what we should do? This week on An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron tackles the question and gives some insights on how to turn nos into yeses. Be sure to connect with An Hour Early at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Motivation looks different for each individual. What motivates one person may not work for another. This week An Hour Early's resident mental health expert, Tanzanique Cage from Empowering Transformations Counseling, shares how focusing on social emotional learning can help educators individualize how they motivate their students. Do you have a question you would like answered on the podcast. Reach out to us at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Motivation looks different for each individual. What motivates one person may not work for another. This week An Hour Early's resident mental health expert, Tanzanique Cage from Empowering Transformations Counseling, shares how focusing on social emotional learning can help educators individualize how they motivate their students. Do you have a question you would like answered on the podcast. Reach out to us at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
A lot of entrepreneurs are held back by the things they like to do the least. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron encourages us to push through our discomfort in order to turn our dreams into reality. Have a question for An Hour Early, be sure to connect with us at www.anhourearlyllc.com
A lot of entrepreneurs are held back by the things they like to do the least. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron encourages us to push through our discomfort in order to turn our dreams into reality. Have a question for An Hour Early, be sure to connect with us at www.anhourearlyllc.com
Kendale Allen joins the Hour Early crew once again to give an update about Financial Empowerers and the progress he has made on his small business endeavors. Then the team has a conversation around fundraising and forming strategic partnerships. Do you have a question for An Hour Early? Be sure to reach out to us at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
Kendale Allen joins the Hour Early crew once again to give an update about Financial Empowerers and the progress he has made on his small business endeavors. Then the team has a conversation around fundraising and forming strategic partnerships. Do you have a question for An Hour Early? Be sure to reach out to us at www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron is joined by Meghan Walsh, the dean of the School Of Adult Learning and New Initiatives at Alverno College, to discuss some non-traditional ways people can re-engage with their education to further their entrepreneurial endeavors including Alverno's badging and certificate programs. You can find out more at www.alverno.edu/adult-learning. Then Kendale Allen returns for another session of Coaching With The Coach. Be sure to connect with the podcast by going to www.anhourearlyllc.com.
This week Aaron is joined by Meghan Walsh, the dean of the School Of Adult Learning and New Initiatives at Alverno College, to discuss some non-traditional ways people can re-engage with their education to further their entrepreneurial endeavors including Alverno's badging and certificate programs. You can find out more at www.alverno.edu/adult-learning. Then Kendale Allen returns for another session of Coaching With The Coach. Be sure to connect with the podcast by going to www.anhourearlyllc.com.
One of the best things about being an entrepreneur is the unexpected journey we take on our road to fulfilling our hopes and dreams. This week, Aaron debuts a new segment called Off The Beaten Path where we hear from an entrepreneur who created income by doing something he loves. Then Kendale Allen returns for our series of live coaching sessions, Coaching With The Coach.
When we put ourselves out there, inevitably someone may come at you from left field. How we respond when that happens matters. This week Aaron shares a story about a left field situation and offers some suggestions about how to respond. Later, Kendale Allen returns for another session of Coaching With The Coach to get some feedback on how to simultaneously run a for profit business and nonprofit organization.
This week, Aaron sits down with Milwaukee's chief of police, Jeffrey Norman. The two discuss how the chief stays motivated when challenges arise and how knowing who you are can help you maintain focus during adversity. Then Kendale Allen is back for another live coaching session around goal setting and elevator speeches.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron unveils a new live coaching segment called Coaching With The Coach. Then Aaron discusses how cheating yourself will never lead to the results you are looking for and how you can tell the difference between sacrifice and responsibility.
On the road to entrepreneurship, sometimes it can feel like there are more questions than answers. This week on An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron answers some of his most commonly heard questions by new entrepreneurs including questions about what to charge and when to raise your rates.
This week Kendale Allen from Financial Empowerers joins the podcast to share some insights on how he empowers young people to be more financially literate. Not only is he a wealth of knowledge around personal finance, but he's an inspiring and dedicated entrepreneur who has used an area he is passionate about to make a difference in the lives of Milwaukee area youth.
Whether you are a full time entrepreneur or just getting started on a side hustle you are going to have to put in the work. The work it takes to be successful can sometimes feel like a sacrifice but in reality it is your responsibility to put in the work. This week, Aaron encourages us to see our work as a responsibility rather than a sacrifice so that we do not lose perspective on why we are hustling.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron talks about the difference between hustling for your business and being a hustler. Then he gives advice on growing your business by increasing the value you add to your customers in order to generate referrals.
This week Aaron is joined by US Senate candidate Dr. Darrell Williams (williamsworksforwisconsin.com) who discusses the importance of experience and work ethic when choosing our elected officials. After growing up in rural Mississippi, Dr. Williams has spent over 25 years educating youth in Milwaukee as a classroom teacher, principal, and interim superintendent while simultaneously serving our country in the Wisconsin National Guard serving two tours of duty, one in Iraq and one in Afghanistan.
It's good to dream, but it's better to dream and hustle. Part of hustling is taking stock of your current situation. This week, Aaron talks with college athletics recruitment specialist Brent Hanks from Recruit-Me about the importance of having an appropriate view of your talents and skills and how to maximize your own impact.
On this jam packed episode of An Hour Early Podcast, our resident mental health expert, Tanzanique Cage from Empowering Transformations Counseling LLC joins the show to talk about how we should approach our thought patterns when we feel like we are stuck. Then, the mother daughter entrepreneur duo Patricia and Jordan Martin speak on their businesses. Mom, Patricia owns and operates multiple small businesses including a daycare, Cookies Playhouse Learning Center, and a home care business, Pleasantville Home Care Agency. Daughter, Jordan, started her lip gloss and beauty care business after seeing a need in her own life.
Just because we are working within our purpose, doesn't mean things are always going to be easy. In fact, many times our entrepreneurial journeys can present us with some of our most challenging obstacles. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast Aaron questions whether or not feeling stuck when living out our purpose should even be viewed as a bad thing since some of our best ideas can come when we feel the most stuck.
Sometimes when things don't go our way during our entrepreneurial journey it's easy to feel like we are stuck. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron pushes back on the idea that when our momentum slows or stalls, it means we are stuck. Instead, he suggests we look at obstacles as a reason to pivot or try something new.
An Hour Early Podcast kicks off its second year of episodes with an interview with the newly elected mayor of Milwaukee, Cavalier Johnson. Mayor Johnson shares how his humble beginnings and his desire early on for something more drove him to a life of service to his community.
An Hour Early Podcast celebrates its one year anniversary by bringing back some former guests to the podcast and we also get an update from Aaron regarding his new book, Faith Without Hustle Is Dead.
This week on An Hour Early Podcast, we celebrate one year of the podcast by getting updates from some of our past guests as well as an update about Aaron's new book, Faith Without Hustle Is Dead.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron reads the prologue from his upcoming book Faith Without Hustle Is Dead. Just like ships were built to sail and planes were made to fly, we were meant to fulfill our purpose. This episode is sure to encourage you to continue making progress on your entrepreneurial endeavors wherever you are on your journey.
The entrepreneurial journey is hard and we want you to be around to see your dreams come to fruition. This week, at the start of Mental Health Awareness Month, An Hour Early Podcast's resident mental health expert Tanzanique Cage joins the podcast to discuss suicide prevention and breaking down stigmas around asking for and receiving mental health care.
A true professional treats every opportunity and interaction as if it is their most important one. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast Tim Van Vooren, Sports Director at Fox6 Milwaukee, joins Aaron to give insights on how he maintains the same level of professionalism reporting on the World Champion Milwaukee Bucks as he does covering local high school sports.
Singer-songwriter Tanya Reed (https://linktr.ee/TanyaReedSings) joins An Hour Early Podcast this week and reminds us that even if you have a gift, you have to put in the work. By being consistently professional and the best leader of yourself you too can go from dreamer to do-er.
The road to fulfilling your hopes and dreams can be full of people who want to criticize your hustle. Whether they don't share your vision or they wish their own journey looked more like yours, once you start making traction the naysayers will start to make their opinions known. On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron gives practical advice for pushing past verbal opposition and remaining focused on achieving your goals.
Someone offering an opposing point of view can often seem like a roadblock for the would be entrepreneur. This week on An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron explains how opposition from a naysayer can sharpen you on your entrepreneurial journey by forcing you to continuously improve your craft.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron discusses the issue of over promising and under delivering when really we should be over producing and under advertising. Whether you are getting started on your entrepreneurial journey or if you have years of experience, this episode will encourage you to continue to focus on adding value to your clients. Be sure to listen to the end for a homework assignment that will help you make sure you don't leave any dreams behind in 2022.
Malcom Frazier from Hit RX Baseball joins the podcast to talk about the value of training. Not only can training help perfect your baseball swing, many times, effective training can be the thing that turns the would be entrepreneur from dreamer into do-er.
When you are first going from dreamer to doer, it's hard to know where to start. A coach can help you lean into what you are good at and help you problem solve and troubleshoot aspects of your entrepreneurial endeavours you might not be naturally skilled in. Brent Halfwassen of Halfwassen and Associates, a small business and entrepreneur coach joins An Hour Early Podcast to give some tips on how to find a coach or a mentor to help get your business off the ground. Be sure to check out this episode for a special offer for An Hour Early podcast listeners.
The entrepreneurial pathway is tough both physically and mentally. This week, An Hour Early's resident mental health expert, Tanzanique Cage from Empowering Transformations Consulting, joins the podcast to give practical tips for helping us keep our minds healthy as we work on our small business goals.
If you haven't already, be sure to pre-order Aaron's latest book Faith Without Hustle Is Dead.
When you know your why, you can do anything. This week Angela Mallett of Honey Bee Sage Wellness and Apothecary joins An Hour Early Podcast and shares her incredible entrepreneurial journey. Because she had a why, and stayed connected to it, she was able to persevere through challenging times and make a career out of helping people live their best lives.
Sabrina Brooks joins the podcast this week to discuss stepping into history. Sabrina is an inventor, an educator, and an artist. She also has had an accomplished career as a basketball player and coach and was recently inducted into the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association Hall Of Fame. Sabrina's ability to persevere through challenges on her way to making history will inspire you wherever you are at on your entrepreneurial journey.
We all want to make history, but getting there is never easy. This week Aaron encourages us to never quit on our hopes and dreams by developing a plan of action.
Behind every history making accomplishment are hundreds or thousands of small steps. Many times we don't see those small steps as part of the history making process. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron encourages us to start making history, but taking the first step in going from dreamer to doer.
Dave Balza, former men's college basketball coach and current owner operator of a Milwaukee area Chick-Fil-A, sits down on location with Aaron to discuss the similarities in coaching basketball and running a successful franchise. Dave gives some insights on how he approaches management, team building, and the general structure of franchise agreements.
Every entrepreneur gets knocked down from time to time. Getting knocked down defines us much less than what we do while getting back up. This week, Aaron talks about getting hit in the gut, and what you can do to pick yourself back up when the roadblocks inevitably happen.
Every entrepreneur gets knocked down from time to time. Getting knocked down defines us much less than what we do while getting back up. This week, Aaron talks about getting hit in the gut, and what you can do to pick yourself back up when the roadblocks inevitably happen.
This week Aaron interviews Shiquita Mann, owner of the Blossom Candle Co. Shiquita has successfully run her business since 2016, expanding beyond candle production by moving into candle making courses and seminars. Her story is a testament to what happens when you don't let self doubt derail your dreams.
We are excited to welcome back Tanzanique Cage, An Hour Early’s mindfulness expert to the podcast. One of the hardest parts about being an entrepreneur is figuring out what to say yes to and when to say no. Tanzanique shares four questions we should ask ourselves before saying yes, so you can feel confident when presented with new opportunities.
To kick off the new year, An Hour Early Podcast does something it has never done before. In this special episode, Aaron reads an excerpt from his upcoming book, Faith Without Hustle Is Dead.
On the final episode of what has been a breakthrough year for An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron sits down with Richard Pieper, the Chairman Emeritus for PPC Partners, the umbrella company for Pieper Power. Richard grew Pieper Power from just a handful of electricians in the early 1960's to more than 1300 employees across multiple states before selling the company back to the employees. His drive for excellence is sure to inspire you on your own journey of moving from dreamer to do-er.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early podcast, Aaron is joined by some of An Hour Early's biggest fans, producers Meg and Alex. For 5 years straight Alex has run three or more miles a day. Aaron interviews Meg and Alex about Alex's current running streak and the group talks about connections between running every day and the dedication it takes to be a successful entrepreneur.
This week Aaron is joined by the hosts of the Both Sides Of The Fence podcast, Jamie DeJesus and Kim Malone. Both Sides Of The Fence's mission is to help each of us understand life on the other side of the fence. Aaron talks with the two about entrepreneurship and the mindset it takes to be successful as an entrepreneur.
In preparation for the release of Aaron's upcoming book, Faith Without Works Is Dead, Aaron spent countless hours researching the needs of the would-be entrepreneur. Some of the top questions and findings from that research are the focus of this special book launch episode.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron interviews another Milwaukee power couple, Chauntel and Wes McKenzie. Chauntel is the CEO and Principal Strategist at the PowHER Network and Wes is an Associate Pastor at Abundant Faith Church Of Integrity in Milwaukee. The PowHER Network is a full in house marketing company focussed on helping women stand in their full power and has been recognized across the state for their contributions to the entrepreneurship community. In addition to all of this, the two host a weekly national radio show. This episode is sure to encourage you on your entrepreneurial journey.
Many times consistency is a precursor to success. Doing the right things predictably over time is one the easiest ways to put hustle into practice. On this episode, Aaron recaps some of the highlights from the first 25 episodes of An Hour Early Podcast including some of his best practical steps and insights for the would-be entrepreneur.
On this special episode of an Hour Early Podcast, Aaron is on location interviewing the former and current owners of the only Black owned gas station in the state of Wisconsin After owning the BP gas station on 8th and Atkinson, on Milwaukee's north side, for over 30 years, Diane Stowers passed the torch on to Kai Trimble-Lea and Torrey Lea in the late summer of 2021. Aaron interviews all three entrepreneurs and we learn what it takes to not only start a business, but keep it running for multiple decades.
On this special bonus episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Milwaukee area activist and radio host, Earl Ingram, shares a compelling story of why he is so committed to service.
Milwaukee area activist, prominent member of the Voices of the Elders, and radio host Earl Ingram joins Aaron to talk about how having a heart of service will put you in places where you will be elevated and blessed. His inspirational story will encourage you on your own journey of transforming from dreamer to do-er.
Aaron is joined this week by "The Waiter", Troy Cotton Jr. A former basketball standout turned youth pastor, Troy reminds us that when we are in love with our mission, we should expect to be uncomfortable and even when we are waiting on God, we should still be working within our purpose.
Not all entrepreneurs are looking to start a for-profit business, some look to be a difference maker through starting a foundation. Aaron is joined this week by Tristaca Patrick-Yarbrough, the founder and CEO of two great organizations, All About Increase and All About You Improve. All About Increase empowers youth ages 16 - 24 to become next generational leaders through mentorship and skill development. Be sure to check out this episode to learn how to find success in serving others.
It's tempting to mistake others not seeing your vision as a reason to think God is saying no to your plans. On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron reminds us that when it comes to vision and accomplishing our goals, we have to see it before we see it, in order to see it. We shouldn't be discouraged if someone else doesn't quite see our vision. Instead we should focus on moving forward and taking the steps needed to bring that vision into reality.
On this week's episode of an Hour Early Podcast, Aaron reminds us that we shouldn't mistake something being difficult for God saying no. While the grind it takes to move from being a dreamer to a do-er can be hard at times, if we focus on our passion for what we want to do rather than what we have to do, we can keep the journey in perspective.
This week Aaron tackles the question: does God say no to your plans or prayers for your dreams to turn into reality. While it might not be easy to recognize in the moment, there's a difference between God saying no and facing the natural adversity that comes with chasing our dreams. Aaron reminds us to push forward through challenges and to persevere through the temptation to procrastinate on the pathway from becoming a dreamer into a doer.
The first step in doing anything great is to get started. When it comes to opening a business, forming an llc is a great place to start. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron walks us through the process of opening an llc and gives practical advice to help turn the dreamer into a doer.
This week, Aaron is joined by contributing author Veronica Guyton. In her latest project, Beneath The Surface: Life Under The Mask, Veronica speaks to adversity and the idea that you can overcome anything and it can help someone in the process. She gives insights and practical ways to release what is under your mask and work through hardship.
On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron sits down with DeAngelo Junior and Austiana Jackson, an entrepreneurial couple. Deangelo recently opened Spick And Span Auto Detailing and Austiana Jackson opened and has managed Mindful Mom LLC since the first weeks of the Coronavirus pandemic. The two give insight on what it takes to start a business, navigate adversity, and how they continue to evolve their businesses as they keep the focus on taking things to the next level.
Just like individuals have vital signs that are indicators of good health, businesses have vital signs. On this week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron gives listeners practical advice for checking their business's vital signs to ensure their business remains healthy and strong.
Licensed professional counselor Tanzanique Cage of Empowering Transformations Counseling LLC joins Aaron this week to discuss her transition from a 9 - 5 to starting her own counseling business. Not only is Tanzanique a successful entrepreneur, she is a wealth of knowledge in the arena of mental health and drug and alcohol counseling.
This week, Aaron sits down with Tammy Belton-Davis, the founder of Athena Communication and the chief diversity officer for the Milwaukee Rep. Tammy's journey of stepping out in faith from the comfortable into the unknown will inspire you on your own entrepreneurial pathway.
It's assessment time for An Hour Early Podcast listeners. Aaron Womack Jr. reviews previous episode's homework and challenges us to take those small steps that help turn dreams into goals and goals into action.
Kevin Durham, known to his students as Mr. D, is an educator, step dance instructor, DJ, event coordinator, and an all around entrepreneur. He joins Aaron this week to talk about the mindset it takes to not only figure out what you are worth, but then to go out and get it. Reminding us it's always worse to live with regrets than failures, Kevin's story is a testament to the power of putting in the hard work to turn dreams into reality.
This week Aaron is joined by Diante M. Harris and Nyra Shantae, the owners of Neatly Touched Cleaning Services LLC. Diante and Shantae embody the crockpot mentality as they have successfully grown their business. Their journey to leave a legacy for their families will inspire you on your own path towards making your dreams a reality.
This week's episode of An Hour Early Podcast features Derek Scruggs, a surprise entrepreneur and overnight Tik Tok success story. You may have heard of his blind hitman character or seen his other work on Tik Tok. Derek's story is a testament to the fact that even when the dominoes can start to fall into place quickly, it still takes work to make that happen. Be sure to can follow Derek on Tik Tok @toddjunior2.
A lot of times in life we think we have to wait for others to buy into what we are doing. On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron challenges us to question the idea that we need to wait for others to buy into our dreams before we take action.
You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great. On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron shares wisdom around getting started. No one accomplishes something great without the first step, but sometimes the first step is the hardest one. However, when we own our dreams and think of goals as bite sized dreams the first steps become easier as we begin to put equity into our dreams.
Aaron is joined by Tonya Hill-Anderson who explains how successful entrepreneurs don't just think differently, they actually do things the opposite way many of us approach work. Her story of becoming a successful entrepreneur by intentionally living her truth will inspire you on your entrepreneurial journey. Tonya also shares information on an exciting upcoming event on 7/24/21 from 10am to 1pm featuring Gerald D. Rogers from The Be Your Own Bank Movement.
Look for updates at beyourownbankmovement.com!
On this special bonus episode of An Hour Early podcast, Aaron continues his interview with Tosha Womack, the CEO of Precise Trucking. Tosha gives us insight on how she became a successful entrepreneur and still found time to be the mother of 5 children. Her what's next attitude will inspire you on your journey from dreamer to do-er.
On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron Womack Jr. sits down with Tosha Womack, founder and CEO of Precise Trucking to hear how she made the leap from educator to entrepreneur in a male dominated field. Tosha's experience is evidence that you have to get out of your comfort zone and be willing to work if you want to make miracles happen.
On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron Womack Jr. talks through how you can turn your sacrifices into hustle by making intentional choices to move toward accomplishing a goal. Aaron explains how decisive movement can manufacture luck and help you on your journey from dreamer to do-er.
On this episode of An Hour Early Podcast, Aaron Womack Jr. shares how your gifts will begin to make room for you through your sacrifices. Continuing on the theme of sacrifice, Aaron breaks down how your natural skills and talents begin to move you from dreamer to do-er when paired with intentional sacrifices.
On the first episode of the Hour Early Podcast Aaron Womack Jr breaks down what it means to sacrifice to achieve your goals. Aaron's journey is a testament to the idea that your sacrifices won't always be celebrated, but are essential in achieving your goals. His personal stories of his own sacrifices will inspire you on your own journey to a better life.
Welcome to "An Hour Early" podcast for a spiritual journey of motivational practices that will change you from a dreamer to a doer and maximize your ability to reach your hopes and dreams. It's good to dream, but, it's better to dream and hustle