S.T.A.R.V.E. TALK: Recent Episodes
J Haleem
S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk (Stand Tall And Reclaim Victory Everyday) This podcast shares tips, thoughts, and ideas on how to build and successful platform by overcoming challenges and going from Surviving to thriving. Featured guests have overcome struggles and built a career or business by Standing Tall A Reclaiming Victory Everyday.
To learn more: visit, www.jhaleem.com. Follow J Haleem & I Won't Starve on all social media outlets, @iamjhaleem @iwontstarve. Subscribe to the YouTube channel, S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk
What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger is the motto of Five-time Author, Book Coach, and Publishing Strategist, Tamika L. Sims. Through years of opposition, domestic violence, and life's challenges Tamika has a story to tell. As a book coach, Tamika's mission is to empower others to share their story with the world equipped with accountability, self-awareness, and guided instruction. Over the last eight years, Tamika has helped more than 200 men, women, and children, tell their stories, producing bestselling and award-winning books worldwide. For over five years, Tamika served as a lecturer at the University of South Carolina - Columbia where her debut novel, The Plus Factor was used as a required text in the Department of Women and Gender Studies. She has served as an expert in the areas of domestic and sexual violence for numerous NBC, FOX, and CBS affiliates. A native of Columbia, SC, Tamika now resides in Las Vegas, NV where she continues to work with aspiring individuals who want to share their stories with the world.
Neicee J, was born Tahneisha Plowden in Lorain which is in North East Ohio. She is the daughter of the (late) Gary and Carolyn Plowden.
Neicee J currently resides in Greensboro, NC where she is employed as an After school teacher. She is the author of three books including Behind Closed Doors, The Behind Closed Doors Journal and her Children’s book The Good Touch and The Bad Touch and a fourth book called In Too Deep coming soon. Neicee J is also an actress with Delinda Kay productions. She was in her first film Sheltered (not yet released) and am upcoming film called Forever Loved. You can find her credits on IMDb. She has been married for 10 years and is a mother to her two children a bonus mom to four children and a grandmother of two. Neicee J prides herself in helping others n being the best she can need as a person
Terrance Tucker is the founder of the T.U.C.K. Project, a mentoring
program aimed at promoting male achievement throughout the
Columbia, SC and Augusta, GA regions. The T.U.C.K. Project was
founded in 2016 with just five mentees, and has successfully grown to
approximately 170 mentees and 15 committed volunteers. An extremely
gifted and engaging motivational speaker, Terrance has spoken at over
200 middle schools, high schools, and colleges; as well as five federal
prisons and juvenile detention centers around the South Carolina,
Georgia and North Carolina region. Mr. Tucker has also delivered over
60 keynote addresses. In addition to motivational speaking, Terrance
teaches life skills courses at two South Carolina federal prisons.
Terrance has devoted countless hours to ensuring that these young men
have the tools to recognize and achieve their maximum potential. In
addition to a focus on youth, the T.U.C.K. Project hosts a monthly
outreach program where clothing and food are donated to the homeless
community in downtown Columbia, SC. In doing so, he is
demonstrating the importance of reaching back while reaching ahead.
Amber Jones, Ceo of CoachAmberJ Enterprises LLC, is a Certified Transitional Life Coach through Integrative Academy empowers her clients both men/women to successfully balance their personal and professional lives so that they can have more fulfillment without burnout to live in Purpose.
Amber also, is an Image consultant, and Author of "The Key You are the Master Key"
Amber is a mother of 3 boys (her perfect 3). Amber Launched her Coaching business in 2016 to help people birth their vision and walk in their purpose focusing on three key areas: Personal Growth, Spiritual Growth and Purpose.
Prior to coaching and being a Mother. Amber spent over 10 years in property management and an experienced consultant since 2012. She has mentored through her management career, and teaches many life skill courses through inmate reentry programs as well as at risk youth programs through solution to change non profit. Today
Amber offers a wide range of coaching programs and services from individual coaching to workshops with groups and other Coaches
To contact Amber please visit her at www.CoachAmberJ.com
Derrick Washington is an Oscar-nominated, Emmy-award-winning Master Barber/Stylist with Tyler Perry Studios. He has worked on the following productions: Madea's Homecoming, The Oval, Sisters, House of Payne, Wakanda Forever, and The Banker. Derrick is a native of Columbia, SC, but currently resides in Atlanta, GA.
Shawn McCray is a lifelong Newark resident, currently serving as an Attendance Counselor for Newark Public Schools, specifically, Central High School. Shawn also serves as the head Basketball Coach at Central. He has been coaching since 2002, becoming the Head Coach in 2006. Since his tenure as a coach, Central has won numerous Championships, including the 2011 State Championship.
Shawn is the founder of the Zoo Crew Basketball Program, which was started in 1996 to give inner city youth the recreational outlet needed in Newark around that time. Since its inception, the program has serviced thousands of youth in and around the Newark area, implementing summer leagues, camps, all-star games, and providing a safe environment for youth ages 5-21. He is also the owner of Zoo Crew Apparel, a brick and mortar that has been in operation since 2017.
Shawn has also tried his hand at politics running for Central Ward Councilman in 2014, 2018, and 2022, nearly winning in 2018 and 2022. He has been inducted into three Hall of Fames:
- 2016 Keystone College Athletic Hall of Fame
- 2018 Caldwell University Athletic Hall of fame
- 2021 Newark Athletic Hall of Fame
Shawn received in BA in Sociology with a Minor in Criminal Justince from Caldwell College.
Allan Purnell was born and raised in Orange County, CA. He played at Kennedy High School (La Palma) and Savanna High School (Anaheim). After graduating high school, Allan chose to play basketball at Fullerton College where he was a team captain and scholar-athlete for 3years. His work ethic on and off the court resulted in being ranked one of the top junior college shooting guards on the west coast and earned a full scholarship to the Div 1, University of the Pacific (UOP). At UOP, he was part of a team that won back-to-back Big West Championship (2004 & 2005) with 2 NCAA Tournament appearances and ranked 15th nationally in 2005.
After graduating from UOP with a business degree, Allan extended his basketball career by playing in several semi pro leagues (ABA, IBL, WCBL, Drew) throughout the states from 2005 – 2013. He was selected to represent the IBL and WCBL in 2 tours to China. In between seasons Allan would give private lessons and coach at his alma mater, Savanna. This experience inspired Allan to start the Advanced Player Basketball League (APBL), a youth basketball league in the city of La Palma. The APBL and private training lessons eventually evolved into the founding of Baller 4 Life Sports Training.
Allan curently lives in Las Vegas and is the program Director of our Las Vegas chapter. He is also the CEO of HOOPr, a new social media platform for basketball training
A former entertainment executive and currently a Global Life & Success Strategist, Angela Carr Patterson has over 40 years of experience as a successful businesswoman. She’s the CEO of Oasis Promotions, LLC, a Personal and Professional Development company dedicated to building New Awakened Female Leaders & Entrepreneurs for the reshaping and transformation of the world through Entertainment, Empowerment, and Enrichment. She's an Innovator, Media Personality, Film Producer, and the author of 10 books, all written in her heart warming signature style. Angela is the host of two popular TV shows, Awakened Love TV on Win Win Women's Network and Awaken Your Life w/ Angela on JD3TV Streaming Network.
Angela is also the Founder of The Fatherless Daughters Network, an online global platform dedicated to elevating the awareness of the negative impact that fatherlessness has on a female's life. Through her groundbreaking frame work, The Journey to Being Process™, Angela is helping women/girls in over 7 different countries redefine who they are and begin to flourish beyond fatherlessness.
With over 4 decades as a successful entrepreneur, speaker, and advisor, Angela has the uncanny ability to help individuals transform their lives onto new levels. Noted for her trademark message, "Awaken Your Life", and recognized as "One of the Most Powerful Voices of the 21st Century," this modern day spiritual thought leader continues to allow her entrepreneurial calling to be the driving force behind her true mission to “Ignite Conversations, Spark Awareness, Awaken Souls and Drive Change” in the world.
Meet Sabrena Ford, founder of Images You Can Hold Photography, Hidden Images Podcast & Magazine, and the founder of Women With Purpose Tour. I love all things cultured. My mom is American, and my father is from Nigeria. I have a passion for the Spanish language, and have been studying the language for over a decade. I have my Spanish Certification, but my ultimate goal is to get my bachelor's degree in Spanish. Hable conmigo en español si puede, por favor. Outside of work and studying, I run my brands which I'm very passionate towards. My first love is food, Chinese being my favorite, and I love margaritas. I enjoy being around people and look forward to making great connections as I continue to grow in business.
Episode Description - Soda City Pharmacy & Compounding is one of very few Black-owned pharmacies in Columbia, SC. Dr. Tremain Cooper is one of those that is leading the way and providing opportunities for the local community. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, J Haleem sits down with Dr. Cooper as they discuss his journey to becoming a pharmacist, how the Pandemic pushed him into entrepreneurship, and why he believes you have to become an entrepreneur before you become an entrepreneur. Show Notes - 1:27 - J Haleem welcomes Dr. Tremain Cooper to S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk
2:44 - Dr. Cooper shares his journey to being a Pharmacist
4:31 - Dr. Cooper describes growing up and sharing with his friends that he wanted to be a pharmacist
7:32 - Transitioning to college and his level of dedication to his studies
9:00 - Misconceptions about being a Pharmacist
10:31 - What it means spending 15 years working for someone else and using that to prepare yourself for entrepreneurship
12:28 - Becoming an entrepreneur - before becoming an entrepreneur
15:00 - Dr. Cooper describes what it’s like starting up a pharmacy
18:56 - Dr. Cooper speaks on the problem he solves as a pharmacist
21:16 - Is information being withheld from the Black community or are we not seeking it?
22:18 - Feedback from the community
24:35 - Did the Pandemic push him into entrepreneurship?
26:50 - Opportunities for entrepreneurship
32:04 - Making the success of your company, your focal point
34:23 - Community partnerships
37:01 - Dr. Cooper speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to him
42:21 - J Haleem thanks Dr. Cooper for creating a business the community needs
Connect with Dr. Cooper -
Soda City Pharmacy & Compounding 380 St. Andrews Road Ph: 803-766-2015
Facebook: Soda City Pharmacy & Compounding
EPISODE DESCRIPTION - The party cannot start without the DJ. This week’s guest on S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk is none other than FLASH - The Party General. In his conversation with host J Haleem, they discuss his music & entertainment roots, lessons learned from being a DJ, and which song he would choose as his theme song. This week’s episode should leave you singing, “Hey Mr. DJ…”
SHOW NOTES -
1:20 - J Haleem welcomes Flash to the show
2:57 - Flash shares a quote that has guided his hustle. “Keep grinding until you don’t have to introduce yourself.” Jay-Z
4:33 - NY State of Mind
7:47 - Flash speaks on the importance of being a giver
11:07 - Where the name “Flash” came from?
16:20 - Flash speaks on entertainment and entertaining and it being in his family. Belizean roots
19:00 - The beginnings of being a DJ and emceeing for Busta Rhymes and other artists
22:30 - Choosing the name “The Party General”
23:22 - Biggest misconception of being a DJ
27:46 - Flash speaks on lessons learned from being a DJ
32:09 - The importance of loving what you do
33:42 - Best era of music: 80s/90s
36:03 - Flash speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to him
40:47 - Flash speaks on what his personal theme song would be
44:00 - Flash gives J Haleem his flowers
47:00 - J Haleem speaks on his creative direction for S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk
50:30 - J Haleem thanks Flash for being on the show
CONNECT WITH FLASH THE PARTY GENERAL -
Website: https://djthepartygeneral.com (https://djthepartygeneral.com)
IG: @thepartygeneral
Twitter: @thepartygeneral
Episode Description - It’s a family affair. This week J Haleem sits down with a woman he considers a sister - Deitra Stover Matthews. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, J Haleem & Deitra talk about the importance of education, collaboration, and community.
Show Notes -
00:40 - J Haleem welcomes Deitra Stover Matthews to the show
1:41 - Deitra speaks on embracing the “honest answer” to the question of how are you doing?
2:30 - LIVING a legacy, verses TALKING about legacy
3:50 - Deitra speaks on the beginning of the R.A.M. Foundation
5:00 - “If the neighbors aren’t doing well, then neither are you.” Deitra explains the psychology behind this quote
7:14 - J Haleem asks, “What is the role education plays in the future of our community?”
8:45 - Deitra explains that education is an economic issue
9:57 - To improve the quality of life for children, you have to improve the quality of life for the parents
10:21 - J Haleem asks when the light will be shed on miseducation
18:19 - The goal of the R.A.M. Foundation is to provide services all-year round
20:10 - Difference between economy & employment
23:23 - J Haleem shares that economics is a lifestyle
31:00 - J asks how do we effectively protect our children going forward?
32:56 - Deitra speaks we have to redefine what protection looks like
35:29 - J Haleem asks how do we prevent our children from experiencing some of the issues with our past?
43:40 - Making a different decision as parents
48:08 - Deitra speaks on elected officials preventing real American history from being told
50:07 - Competition and jealousy are crippling the Black community
53:57 - When people aren’t receptive to information
55:35 - Why we have to rewrite our DNA
58:40 - Everybody can’t go
59:21 - Deitra speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to her?
67:38 - What is a real win?
68:33 - Deitra speaks on what collaboration means to her and the part it plays in our future
Episode Description - We are back for Part II of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk with J Haleem and De’Etra Pickett. In this episode continuation, J Haleem and De’Etra take a deeper dive into her entrepreneurial journey, why she chose not to put her children’s father on child support, and the greatest lesson she’s learned as a single mom.
Show Notes -
00:50 - J Haleem welcomes De’Etra back to the show
1:17 - De’Etra shares a recent experience with Lala Anthony
3:00 - De’Etra & J Haleem discuss women & surgery
8:23 - Her daughter as an independent
10:47 - Choosing not to put her kids father on child support
13:05 - J Haleem shares on Black men & women being at odds
14:04 - De’Etra shares wisdom, “Be careful of what you say.”
21:22 - The greatest lesson learned as a single mom
30:34 - De’Etra further explains her reasoning of not putting her children’s father on child support
34:30 - J Haleem shares that Black men need to do a better job of protecting Black women
38:44 - De’Etra shares how she manages multiple businesses
39:36 - Being “The Business Psychic”
41:16 - Knowing when to walk away from ideas
47:26 - Being a mom is her first job
51:37 - Self-care as an entrepreneur 54:21 - De’Etra shares what the next five years looks like for her
58:00 - J Haleem thanks De’Etra for being on the show
Episode Description: This week’s guest on S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk is De’Etra Pickett with Community & Connections Chat Podcast. In this episode, she talks about not succumbing to inner-city life growing up in Newark, NJ, why she honors & respects the Black man, and her journey to entrepreneurship. It was so nice, we had to do it twice! Stay tuned for part two.
Show Notes:
3:34 - J Haleem Welcomes De’Etra to the Show
5:00 - De’Etra shares her experience growing up as a fan in the WuTang era
8:16 - Growing up in Newark, NJ and not falling victim to the inner-city life, but choosing a path that led to college
10:36 - Talking to her children and sharing her experiences in school
14:39 - Graduating from college (political science & criminal justice)
16:57 - Finding a job after college & wanting to be an FBI agent, but pursuing social Work
20:43 - De’Etra shares the process to becoming a foster parent
25:09 - De’Etra advises that interested foster parents check with their state requirements
26:04 - At what point did she decide to become an entrepreneur
32:54 - De’Etra speaks on the inspiration for her podcast coming from a Black man
37:17 - J Haleem speaks on the need of us breaking the stereotype about Black men not wanting to help Black women
38:53 - Behind every good man is a good woman
40:00 - It’s okay to have a feminine side
45:19 - The dangers of micromanagement
47:54 - Why is having a job important?
50:34 - The importance of on-the-job training
52:06 - Have something to fall back on
55:25 - Starting a courier service as a side hustle
56:29 - De’Etra shares one of her favorite testimonial
59:48 - Sacrifices of business
STAY TUNED FOR PART II
Connect with De’Etra:
IG: @sheba_baby_diamondee
Episode Description: Vanessa Vizard is President and CEO of Vizard Marketing and PR, specializing in creating campaigns in the healthcare and nonprofit industry. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Vanessa sits down with host J Haleem and speaks on her experiences as a woman in business, pivoting through the pandemic, and her mantra, “With God all things are possible.” Show Notes:
00:51- J Haleem welcomes Vanessa to the show
2:26 - Vanessa speaks on her experience as a woman in business
5:32 - Vanessa shares the tools she learned from past experience
7:28 - What has been her best past on the job training?
9:31 - Transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship
12:06 - As someone who took the leap, would she encourage a friend to do the same
14:04 - What has been her children’s growth as an entrepreneur mom?
16:20 - Our children are more resilient than we think
19:06 - People will use any excuse to get out of doing something
19:36 - Vanessa speaks on the biggest misconception in the PR industry
23:14 - Which area of PR does she enjoy the most
25:01 - As a nonprofit PR firm, Vanessa speaks on how their budget constraints can impact their visibility
27:50 - The importance of mastery
30:40 - Pivoting into Pandemic
32:48 - Selling fences through COVID. Bouncing back from 2020
35:00 - It’s important to tell the “story” of entrepreneurship. It is not easy.
37:04 - Vanessa speaks to her mantra, “Through God all things are possible.”
38:15 - What S.T.A.R.V.E. Means to her?
41:58 - Deciphering what’s for you
44:53 - Get out of your own way
Connect with Vanessa
Website: https://vizardpr.com (https://vizardpr.com)
IG: @vizardmarketingandpr
Ph: 1-951-533-6180
Episode Description: Danielle Rowley, is no stranger to conducting business nationally and internationally. She has lived in South Korea, and other countries making a living and a name for herself in the world of business communications. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Danielle sits down with host, J Haleem and they discuss her career as an entrepreneur, her experience as a woman in tech, and English as the language of international business.
Show Notes:
00:51 - J Haleem welcomes Danielle to the show
1:55 - Danielle speaks on the point when she decided to be an entrepreneur
3:30 - Danielle shares her experience of working internationally
4:44 - Danielle describes coming back to the US and what that transition was like for her
6:16 - Getting direct and to the point
9:43 - Danielle speaks on the moment she decided to have children
13:53 - Sacrificing her vision for her husband
18:13 - Danielle speaks on whether she believes her children are proud of her
22:30 - “Being successful by helping other people succeed.”
25:18 - Why training should be aligned to your goals
26:41 - Why are people putting their passion over their skillset? The importance of focusing on your customer’s needs
29:23 - Discipline makes you do what you’re supposed to do
31:04 - Danielle introduces her software app, bizPROFI
31:55 - When she decided to add the D.I.S.C. assessment to her app 34:08 - The importance of focusing on the situation and the goal of the person in that situation. Taking a more situation-based approach.
35:13 - Danielle answers the question of whether or not she believes there is still a communication gap in international business
39:12 - Danielle speaks on testing her product in the development stage
41:00 - Has she experienced bias as a woman in tech
42:08 - The power of femininity
43:28 - Doing business with men
45:21 - Dolly Parton as the ephemeral woman
48:06 - Product development is redevelopment
51:17 - Danielle speaks on what STARVE means to her
54:27 - What’s next for bizPROFI?
57:59 - J Haleem thanks Danielle for being on the show
Episode Description: Have you ever thought about living abroad? If so, in which country would you reside? This week’s guest on S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk made his home in South Korea and has never looked back. Meet Phil, “The Blerd Explorer.” Blerd, (Black nerd), is not only embracing living abroad, but is now on a personal mission to help others live an Ex-Pat lifestyle. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, The Blerd Explorer, shares with host J Haleem, his background in travel, the hardships he’s experienced since moving to South Korea, and why more minorities need to travel and leave their city and state. Show Notes: 1:37 - J Haleem welcomes Phil, “The Blerd Explorer,” to S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk
2:03 - The Blerd Explorer shares his back story of getting into traveling and being inspired by a show on The Cartoon Network
4:22 - Recounting his 1st trip to S. Korea
5:12 - After visiting S. Korea, The Blerd Explorer shared what made him want to travel to other countries
5:54 - The Blerd Explorer shares more on why he chose to write a book for Black people to travel
7:27 - The Blerd Explorer shares the benefit of encouraging Black people not only to visit, but live in S. Korea
8:07 -Seoul is an “underrated” city according to The Blerd Explorer, but it has many benefits and features
9:36 - J Haleem shares an idea with The Blerd Explorer about interacting more with the American military
10:18 - The Blerd Explorer shares the top three hardships he endured by moving to Seoul
11:45 - Success as a first-time author
13:54 - The Blerd Explorer answers an important question, is Korean fried chicken the same as American?
14:58 - The Blerd Explorer shares the approach to his second book, which was to include stories of other Black people living in S. Korea
17:42 - Launching a business in South Korea
19:35 - Why most Americans will never leave their city or state
20:45 - Navigating coming back to the States
22:43 - Having a stronger peace of mind living abroad
24:27 - Encouraging others to take the risk & explore the world
26:07 - Opportunities African-Americans can take advantage of in their jobs & careers
27:30 - Managing COVID in S. Korea
30:07 - Where did the name “The Blerd Explorer,” came from?
30:49 - Is it now cool to be a “nerd?”
32:18 - The Blerd Explorer speaks on the content he’s creating
33:18 - Where did The Blerd Explorer’s name come from?
34:30 - What S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk means to him?
35:36 - The process of book publishing internationally
Connect with The Blerd Explorer
IG - @theblerdexplorer TikTok - @theblerdexplorer
Episode Description - Did you know that there is a medicine that can erase portions of your memory? Neither did we until this week’s guest, Author Shawnise Chantell, shared it during her interview with host J Haleem. What should have been the most joyous occasion of her life, became the most traumatic, eventually leading her to flatline. After a bout with depression and anxiety, Author Shawnise Chantell, found a psychiatrist, who not only would work to restore her mental health, but encourage her to write her story. One thing is for sure, healing comes in many forms - and Author Shawnise Chantell is the picture of it.
Show Notes -
1:47 - J Haleem welcomes Shawnise Chantell to the show
2:33 - Author Shawnise shares her background in the medical field
5:03 - Author Shawnise speaks on the importance of knowing your purpose
5:58 - J Haleem speaks on passion being an uncontrollable emotion
7:45 - You have to have a why
9:38 - Author Shawnise speaks on having her daughter @ 15 & the subsequent life events that took place thereafter
12:24 - J Haleem speaks on telling your whole story
14:21 - Author Shawnise speaks on her support system
17:49 - Experiencing the “tough love,” that comes with having a baby at 15
19:56 - Having her second child, two years later, and getting her tubes tied, which not only lasted for six days, but lead to multiple surgeries, and an intense medical scare
27:04 - Author Shawnise Chantell introduces her debut novel, God Within a Lily
28:57 - Dealing with depression & anxiety
30:08 - Taking a medicine that causes you to wipe out the most traumatic moments of your memory
33:03 - Author Shawnise speaks on being encouraged to write a book from her Psychiatrist
34:32 - The moment she received her breakthrough
35:31 - Getting out what she needed from publishing her book 37:14 - J Haleem speaks on the freedom he obtained once he wrote his book
38:20 - Becoming more aware of who she is
39:20 - “Because of your courage,” I did not give up. Author Shawnise speaks on what she wants readers to get out of reading her book and hearing her story
42:26 - Author Shawnise speaks on her children’s take on her accomplishments
43:42 - Author Shawnise speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to her
46:05 - The importance of knowing & taking charge of your health
47:54 - God Within a Lily releases Summer 2022
50:00 - J Haleem thanks Author Shawnise for being a guest on the show
Connect with Author Shawnise -
Web: https://www.shawnisechantell.com (https://www.shawnisechantell.com)
Social Media: Author Shawnise Chantell across all platforms
Ph: 612-PURPOSE (787-7073)
Episode Description - Meet Sparkle, the beauty behind the brains of GoUrbanLasVegas. What started off as a three-day vacation to Las Vegas became a 14-day trip. Shortly thereafter, Sparkle continued to make her way from time-to-time to Vegas until one day she had a Divine encounter with God - who told her it was time to go and make Vegas her home. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Sparkle shares with J Haleem, the biggest misconception people have about Vegas, why it's important for us to untrain to retrain, and the importance of being honest with yourself.
Show Notes -
1:48 - J Haleem welcomes Sparkle to the show
4:43 - Sparkle shares the biggest misconception she has heard about Las Vegas
7:01 - Sparkle shares the dynamic of what caused her to move from California to Vegas
9:17 - “Success is understanding you’re going to try and fail.” Be mindful of your intent.
11:33 - Sparkle speaks on coming to Vegas for vacation for only 3 days & here she is six years later.
14:34 - Overcoming hurdles
17:03 - J Haleem gives Sparkle her flowers
19:45 - That moment when Sparkle realized hustling & hard work was the winning formula
20:40 - “Untrain to retrain”
22:32 - Sparkle describes her history of GoUrbanLasVegas
24:23 - The formula for results = commitment + consistency
25:26 - Collaboration and why its key
31:37 - Be honest with yourself
34:36 - Why is vulnerability hard to achieve in Black community?
38:21 - Sparkle speaks on Creating the Poppin’ Marketplace Family Festival
44:42 - J Haleem shares, “The fastest way to get something, is to give something.”
45:10 - Celebrate as we climb up the ladder
47:02 - Sparkle speaks on what Stand Tall & Reclaim Victory Means to Her
51:02 - The importance of knowing that somebody cares
53:43 - “MyShineMyGrind,” - the mantra
57:13 - The importance of Black companies controlling the media
Connect with Sparkle:
Instagram - @gourbanlasvegas @myshinemygrind @gourbancity
Episode Description - This week’s episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk is a family affair. J Haleem sits down with Founder of Passionate Rebel, Warith Jumuah, his personal family member. In this episode, they discuss the fashion & apparel industry, HBCUs and how they shape the Black experience, and why he chose to focus on children.
Show Notes:
1:17 - J Haleem welcomes Warith Jumuah to the show
2:07 - Warith speaks on his passions growing up/looking at television as a career opportunity
5:17 - Growing up in Newark, NJ and what life was like in the city
7:08 - Transition from high school to attending an HBCU
11:00 - HBCUs and the Black college experience
13:13 - Warith speaks on focusing on the positive and not being influenced by the negative
16:21 - “Between his words and her actions,” Warith speaks on his parents & their influence on his life
19:24 - Warith speaks to the point of setting a bar for yourself
21:18 - J Haleem speaks on school being the only thing you can set a clock to
24:31 - Start where you are
25:00 - The dangers of instant gratification. Your failure creates your success story
28:37 - Warith speaks on how he devoted himself to the power & responsibility of choosing a difficult path
30:29 - Warith speaks on being in education & not getting his degree on time because he couldn’t pass the test to become a certified teacher
32:30 - Warith speaks on launching his business “Passionate Rebel”
36:20 - Finally receiving his degree after being on pause from graduating in 2011
38:37 - J Haleem speaks on your passion killing
40:16 - Warith speaks on when he decided to focus on children
48:02 - Roadblocks to launching Passionate Rebel
53:02 - Warith speaks on creating a mascot
55:50 - Going through multiple designs and early beginnings of an apparel business
58:31 - J Haleem asks Warith his thoughts on the CEO of Zara’s statement, “America is where fashion goes to die.”
1:06:37 - Fashion as an initiative
1:13:50 - Warith speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to him
Connect with Warith:
@passionaterebel
Episode Description:
Derrick JOD Washington is considered family to those of us here at Team #iwontstarve. Over the years, he has grown from a local musician/rapper based in Columbia, SC to now becoming a Master Barber in Atlanta, GA. A journey that led him to Tyler Perry Studios and now CBS. If you are looking for inspiration and motivation to keep going no matter what - look no further than JOD! In this sit down on S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, JOD gets candid with J Haleem as he shares the highs and lows of the journey to Atlanta, being passionate about a thing, but choosing his natural ability, and making a song for the Las Vegas Raiders through Baddguyz Entertainment.
Show Notes:
1:23 - Host J Haleem welcomes Derrick “JOD” Washington to the show
2:32 - JOD shares his background and the dedication of about 20 years of his life to music
4:47 - The importance of not fighting against yourself and your natural abilities
8:10 - How bad do you want it?
9:28 - JOD describes the shift in his stress level and no longer dealing with ulcers
12:32 - That moment when life shifts and some things are no longer a worry
14:03 - Being able to sustain yourself
15:09 - Conversing with his now adult daughter who is on her way to being an EMT
19:55 - Working at Tyler Perry Studios & becoming elite in his craft
21:20 - Joining at the Barbers Union & being able to spread his wings
22:10 - JOD Highlights the movies he’s worked on Black Panther, Black Panther II, Spider-Man & now CBS
23:02 - JOD speaks on work ethic
24:43- JOD shares his three tips for success
26:08 - JOD describes his entrepreneurial journey
27:58 - Training employees on your team
28:43 - Yesterday’s price is not today’s price
30:32 - Dealing with haters & naysayers
32:24 - Why it’s hard for people to celebrate others
36:52 - JOD answers the question of how his mentorship has shifted with success
40:05 - The blessing of being able to give back
41:00 - JOD speaks on making a song for the Las Vegas Raiders
43:47 - J Haleem drops a title for one of his next books, Passion Kills, A S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk exclusive
46:46 - It’s not who you are, it’s who you become
51:05 - What the acronym S.T.A.R.V.E. means to him
52:45 - You can’t skip steps
59:06 - J Haleem thanks JOD for being on the show
Connect with JOD:
IG: @jodtheartist FB: Derrick JOD Washington
Music:
YouTube: @baddguyz
Episode Description: By all accounts, Tosha Dash had a very successful career in Academia. Whether she was advising students on their majors or ensuring their college registration process was smooth, things were looking up. Until one day, the rug was pulled from under her, and she was let go. From there, her entrepreneurship journey began. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Tosha sits down with host J Haleem and shares her new journey of education - educating entrepreneurs on leveraging business credit.
Show Notes
00:58 - J Haleem welcomes Tosha Dash to S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk
2:09 - Tosha speaks on her journey to entrepreneurship
4:30 - As someone who grew up with blue collar parents, Tosha shares her thoughts on blue collar workers/jobs
8:35 - Tosha speaks on her Career choice after graduating college
12:52 - Tosha speaks on why it’s important for high schoolers to know what they want to do before college
16:02 - Having the “college conversation,” with her daughter
17:23 - Moving into entrepreneurship after Corporate America
19:13 - Tosha talks about the process of becoming a life insurance agent
21:30 - What prevents Black families from investing in life insurance
23:34 - Why we have to break generational curses
27:57 - Biggest moment that prepared her for entrepreneurship
29:51 - Obstacles she had to overcome in order to move from employee to entrepreneur
32:12 - J Haleem speaks on entrepreneurship being a hot topic
34:36 - Starting a business in her name
36:14 - Biggest misconception as a financial analyst
39:15 - Education is key!
41:06 - Tosha speaks on her “rough patch” in entrepreneurship
45:12 - Getting it out of the mud and why discipline is important
46:27 - What made her start educating business owners in entrepreneurship
48:30 - Business & Relationships
50:48 - What S.T.A.R.V.E. means to her
54:32 - “ If you didn’t have bad days, then you wouldn’t appreciate the good.”
Connect with Tosha:
Grab your FREE business consultation here: https://www.shedreamsllc.com (https://www.shedreamsllc.com) Instagram: @toshteachesbusinesses Facebook: Tosh Dash
Episode Description - Bianca Fly, host of The Beautiful Butterfly Radio Show, has a career in radio that spans a decade. She launched her show upon discovering that a platform was missing for artists, entrepreneurs, and entertainers that truly gave her a voice. In this week’s episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, she sits down with J Haleem and has a candid conversation on media platforms and what truly makes a radio host, why it’s important to invest in your craft, and one of the biggest interviews she’s had so far, Mildred Muhammad, former wife of the DC Sniper. Show Notes -
1:24 - J Haleem welcomes Bianca Fly to the show
2:24 - How the Beautiful Butterfly Radio Show got Started
4:20 - What did Bianca Fly do before radio?
7:00 - Bianca Fly shares life advice - do something that makes you happy
7:29 - How do you marry your passion and your life/business?
9:55 - How B. Fly focuses on her guest. Invest in people investing in you
11:43 - B. Fly’s thoughts on why people chase larger platforms
15:52 - Bianca Fly shares the biggest interview that she’s had - Mildred Muhammad (Wife of DC Sniper)
19:31 - Bianca Fly answers the question of what gives her reassurance
21:08 - Having a balanced platform
24:02 - Challenges of getting male guests
24:44 - B. Fly describes her prep process
27:55 - Taking it to the next level
32:18 - Moving from free to a paid interview platform
39:23 - Why is it hard for people to invest in themselves?
41:00 - How she came up with the name Beautiful Butterfly Radio Show
43:31 - Invest in what you do
44:10 - What makes a radio host?
47:26 - What the acronym S.T.A.R.V.E. means to her?
50:17 - Bianca Fly shares how you can connect with her
Social Media -
Facebook: @Thebeautifulbutterflyradioshow Instagram: @thebeautifulbutterflyshow Twitter: @butterflyshow
Episode Description- Solitary confinement is not the space most inmates want to find themselves, especially not for six months. For S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk guest, Willie C. Williams, Author of Ballin’ it was right where he needed to be. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Willie sits down with host and creator, J Haleem and discusses the decision that lead to him being sentenced to 45 years, writing two books in prison, and the inspiration for his now reformed life - his daughter.
Show Notes -
1:03 - J Haleem welcomes Willie Williams to the show
1:48 - Mr. Williams speaks on growing up in small-town Mullins, SC
4:28 - Willie explains what happens when you go off to college as a young man with no supervision
5:44 - Willie explains his journey of getting involved in the streets
6:21 - Willie explains the turning point in his life, that lead to him being sentenced to 45 years for attempted murder
7:47 -The “shift” that changed his mindset
9:06 - How a cellphone lead to six months in solitary confinement & the beginning of his writing
11:11 - Willie shares his 5-Year Plan
14:20 - The process of parole
17:00 - Being on a “prison farm,” with no supervision
18:11 - Willie shared the inspiration for his book title
23:22 - Willie shares the game plan to his book release
30:18 - Willie shares the steps he took to learn more about construction
31:14 - The challenges of entrepreneurship and starting his company, Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Preservation, LLC
34:03 - Seek Spiritual Wisdom
35:33 - BALLIN’ - does the phrase mean the same to Willie now?
38:13 - J Haleem speaks on the Black community needing to tell their story more
41:11 - Willie describes what S.T.A.R.V.E. Means to him?
46:00 - Jay thanks Willie for being a guest
Social Media -
@willie_c_williams on all platforms
Daraine Delevante, known as the “Credit Hero,” is also an Army vet. Daraine’s beginnings with credit and understanding consumer law did not occur until he came to the United States, from his native country, Jamaica. After joining the military and losing his job, he began his credit journey that took from a 604 (on Credit Karma) to over an 800, multiple times. Daraine has been where you are, especially if you have struggled with bad credit. In this conversation with J Haleem, Daraine takes a deep dive into the basic credit knowledge we all need to know, why it’s important to leave credit education to your children, and why late payments are illegal. NOTE: This episode is being released in a two-part series. Part Two - Daraine Delevante - “The Credit Hero”
To listen to part one, click here: https://starvetalk.captivate.fm/episode/s-tarve-talk-episode-8-pt-1-credit-hero-daraine-delevante (https://starvetalk.captivate.fm/episode/s-tarve-talk-episode-8-pt-1-credit-hero-daraine-delevante)
1:06:00 - J Haleem and Daraine pick up having a conversation about trap money. Daraine asks the pertinent question of, “what if?”
1:09:00 - “You’re used to moving bricks. What about freight now?”
1:11:00 - J Haleem touches on and reiterates the importance of sharing knowledge through his
podcast.
1:14:00 - You can live the life you want, but it comes with hard work.
1:16:00 - J Haleem and Daraine have a conversation about charge-offs
1:17:00 - J Haleem asked as a person who educates on consumer credit law, when do you advise someone to pay their bills.
1:19:00 - Daraine shares his advice and reasons why you should not pay collection companies
1:21:00 - The homebuying process and debt collection
1:23:00 - The importance of being proactive
1:25:00 - Living paycheck-to-paycheck, will never be enough
1:27:00 - Consumer Law: 15-USC-1681A
1:30:00 - What should not be on your consumer report
1:33:33 - Daraine reiterates what your consumer credit report should NOT contain and why certain factors are strictly for your FICO score.
1:36:36 - Tell your own “credit,” story
1:38:06 - Daraine speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to him
1:41:00 - Grab Daraine’s special eBook bundle EXCLUSIVELY for S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk audience members here: https://dfs.darainedelevante.com/47-ebook-bundle-offer ( https://dfs.darainedelevante.com/47-ebook-bundle-offer)
1:44:00 - J Haleem speaks on the importance of giving yourself a shot 1:46:20 - J Haleem speaks on what lead him to create the #iwontstarve movement
1:53:00 - J Haleem thanked everyone for listening.
Episode Description - Daraine Delevante Daraine Delevante, known as the “Credit Hero,” is also an Army vet. Daraine’s beginnings with credit and understanding consumer law did not occur until he came to the United States, from his native country, Jamaica. After joining the military and losing his job, he began his credit journey that took from a 604 (on Credit Karma) to over an 800, multiple times. Daraine has been where you are, especially if you have struggled with bad credit. In this conversation with J Haleem, Daraine takes a deep dive into the basic credit knowledge we all need to know, why it’s important to leave credit education to your children, and why late payments are illegal. NOTE: This episode is being released in a two-part series.
Show Notes:
1:20 - J Haleem welcomes Daraine to the show
2:06 - Daraine shares how he was first introduced to his credit score via Credit Karma
3:04 - Daraine speaks on his time in the military and why/how service members often struggle in this area
5:12 - Originally from Jamaica, Daraine shares his journey of taking a leap of faith of leaving his home country and coming to the US
6:28 - Why it’s important to be your biggest cheerleader
9:00 - A Word of Advice, “Do not cosign for anyone,”
12:00 - The Paradigm Shift - Daraine’s journey to positive credit.
13:22 - When enough is enough
15:01 - After losing his job, Daraine speaks on finding an alternative source of income and the Grace of God
16:16 - Two books that changed his life/mindset - Rich Dad, Poor Dad & Think & Grow Rich
20:54 - Don’t be dependent on a job
22:25 - While deployed in Kuwait, Daraine read 140 books on personal/self-development
24:31 - Building an 800 credit score
25:34 - Factors that contribute to your credit score Payment history Utilization Mixture of Credit Length of Credit History
27:20 - Steps to improve your credit score
28:55 - Late payments are illegal
33:50 - Utilize other people’s money to get rich
37:08 - To dispel the myth of credit, you have to unlearn & relearn
38:35 - Credit is a tool that can get you in “good debt,”
44:53 - Legacy & the importance of passing on credit knowledge to your children
47:14 - Invest in yourself
48:21 - “If you live in your truth, you can walk down someone else’s path.” ~ J Haleem
52:01 - Rich people know the cost of everything, and the value of nothing
59:11 - You can get paid for having bad credit
1:00:00 - Learn how to leverage credit
STAY TUNED FOR PART TWO!
Connect with Daraine here: Website: https://darainedelevante.com/ (https://darainedelevante.com/) Instagram: @the_credit_hero Facebook: @dfscredithero Twitter: @darained
To take advantage of the special ebook Bundle deal, click here: https://dfs.darainedelevante.com/47-ebook-bundle-offer (https://dfs.darainedelevante.com/47-ebook-bundle-offer)
Episode Description Whenever J Haleem sits down with Haneef Wynn it’s guaranteed to be a family reunion. Especially with a friendship that has spanned more than 20 years. You will hear Jay say multiple times during the interview that “he knows his story.” In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, we invite you to listen in as Haneef shares his musical journey and background, his journey to entrepreneurship, and the importance of having family support, especially in the trucking industry.
Show Notes
1:35 - Jay welcomes Haneef to the show
2:45 - Haneef shares his thoughts on what it means for him to reflect back on all his talents and career
4:52 - Jay asked Haneef if he is pleased when he thinks about today’s hip-hop, since he grew up in the Wu-Tang era
9:05 -Haneef discusses the music & lyrics that were the soundtrack to his coming of age
12:24 - Haneef speaks on entrepreneurship and wishing his “entrepreneurial ear,” was turned on sooner.
14:24 - What it means to focus on yourself
18:40 - J Haleem speaks on making the change to the name of his podcast
20:03 - Jay asks Haneef what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to him?
21:24 - Making the move to ATL
23:28 - Don’t follow your passion. Take it with you. Click here, to read the article: https://jhaleem.com/blog/f/dont-follow-your-passion-take-your-passion-with-you (https://jhaleem.com/blog/f/dont-follow-your-passion-take-your-passion-with-you)
24:38 - Haneef speaks on why it’s important to qualify the people in your circle
26:53 - Haneef speaks on jumping out into entrepreneurship and the journey he has been on
32:20 - An answered prayer “Stay in it,”
36:00 - Becoming a trucking “authority”
40:13 - Get comfortable being uncomfortable
42:01 - Why “eating what you kill can become an addiction?”
43:12 - Entrepreneurship is providing opportunities for others
45:17 - Why growing too fast is not a good thing
48:11 - The importance of having a stable family life in your business
53:14 - What does S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk mean to him?
57:33 - Haneef gives Jay his flowers
1:04:04 - Haneef thanks Jay for having him on the show
To connect with JW Supreme Express
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JW Supreme Express, LLC Social media: @jwsupremexpress Website: https://www.jwsupremeexpress.com (https://www.jwsupremeexpress.com)
Episode Description Tryphena Rogers, CEO of Legacy Beauty, LLC has learned a lot as a small business owner. Originally from Los Angeles, CA, she made a decision and chose a better life for herself and her children that landed her in Las Vegas. COVID-19 forced her to take a short sabbatical from work. This sabbatical changed her life and put her in position to launch her business. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Tryphena shares with host J Haleem, her struggle with depression, what to do when you want to give up, and how you can truly utilize your job as not only your primary investor, but also as your primary learning ground. Show Notes
2:04 - J Haleem welcomes Tryphena to the show
2:34 - Tryphena shares on what prompted her move from LA to Las Vegas
3:45 - The danger of not knowing that you can have more
5:18 - What’s holding you back?
7:17 - Dealing with depression and coping mechanisms of pulling yourself out of it
10:00 - Hair as therapy? Tryphena knows a thing about it
11:44 - Starting a business in the Pandemic
14:00 - When you invest in yourself, something great is going to happen for you
15:30 - Tryphena speaks on the 1st step to starting her business
19:30 - One of the hardest struggles she has endured
24:02 - Find your people. Mentorship matters.
25:04 - Working full-time, while also running a business
26:54 - J Haleem speaks on the importance of having discipline
35:30 - Tryphena speaks on what to do when “you can’t do this,” - the importance of feeling
37:29 - Social media & the importance of branding
39:40 - Later, a Social Media Scheduling App
43:23 - Learn on the job
44:14 - Grab J Haleem’s book, https://iwontstarve.com/shop/ols/products/u-wont-starve-key-principles-for-entrepreneur-development (U Won’t Starve: Key Principles for Entrepreneur Development )
48:44 - The challenges of getting a job as a convicted felon
51:51 - Tryphena speaks on what S.T.A.R.V.E. means to her
Connect with Tryphena:
Instagram: @legacybeautyllc @ceo_legacybeauty
Episode Description: Annie Godfrey is an experienced entrepreneur/small business owner of Waterworks Laundry in Newark, New Jersey. She and her husband started the business in 2007, while Annie remained in her corporate career in Human Resources at the time. Due to organizational restructuring, she took the plunge into full-time business ownership in 2018. Now, she is on a journey to empower the youth, creating businesses that the community needs, and providing services that separate her from the competition. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Annie sits down with J Haleem and takes a deep dive into the subject of entrepreneurship. Show Notes:
3:07 - J Haleem Welcomes Annie to the Show
4:20 - Annie talks about the beginning of WaterWorks, established 2007
6:34 - Annie speaks on transitional moments in her business
8:08 - J Haleem and Annie discuss the differences in workforce generations and their behavior in the workplace
10:02 - Annie’s thoughts on creating a business people need versus following trends
11:57 - That moment when you would use your services
14:33 - The “Shock” Factor when customers discover WaterWorks is black-owned
16:57 - J Haleem speaks on the importance of being able to articulate your business
22:00 - Annie speaks on the importance of listening to young people
24:33 - J Haleem asks Annie to define “victory,” and what it means to her
29:07 - J Haleem speaks on his HBCU experience with entrepreneurship
30:16 - Annie’s advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
34:42 - Annie speaks on the danger of business being “under” capitalized
38:35 - The importance of partnerships & the limitations on free money
41:26 - Volunteering - the way to serve to learn
48:02 - What S.T.A.R.V.E. means to Annie
52:06 - J Haleem gives Annie her flowers
To connect with Annie:
Websites: https://www.waterworkslaundry.com (https://www.waterworkslaundry.com) https://www.smartsuds.com (https://www.smartsuds.com)
Instagram: @waterworkslaundry Facebook: 970Bergen
Episode Description - Singleton Newman and J Haleem have a long-standing relationship of more than 15 years, initially meeting when she and J Haleem were both in the music & entertainment industry. In this interview, they speak candidly about Singleton’s new career as a social media manager, the creation of her social media management agency, New Hope Digital, and her best advice for creating brand awareness.
Show Notes -
1:24 - J Haleem welcomes Singleton to the show
2:54 - Singleton introduces herself & her company, New Hope Digital
6:24 - Singleton speaks on the importance of being approachable from her days in radio
8:37 - Singleton speaks on the transition from being a radio host to working with artists solo
10:42 - J Haleem speaks on the importance of artist’s understanding the business of music
12:30 - The importance of investing in yourself
16:14 - Who’s in your corner?
23:16 - Singleton speaks on doing it afraid and the importance of moving through fear
25:18 - J Haleem shares the why of entrepreneurship, creating opportunities for others
32:05 - Singleton shares her advice for those working in traditional industries, i.e., government contracting and social media
43:49 - Why Clubhouse and other apps such as Twitter Spaces & Facebook Rooms are important
46:09 - Are you New Hope’s Digital Ideal Customer for 2022?
52:53 - Importance of setting boundaries/Rules of Engagement for Clients
55:37 - J Haleem speaks on playing the way you practice
57:18 - J Haleem gives Singleton her flowers & thanks her for being a guest
Follow Singleton:
@newhopedigital - FB/IG/TikTok On the web: https://www.newhopedigital.com
Episode Description: From as early as six years old, Robert “Twixx” Taylor knew he was born to be an entrepreneur. That’s how old he was when he started cutting hair. A career, unbeknownst to him at the time, that would last him 20 years. Being an entrepreneur and small business owner in North Las Vegas and seeing not only the discrepancies, but the disparities are what lead Twixx to run for Mayor of North Las Vegas. In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, Robert Taylor discusses his ideas and thoughts on commerce, his platform as mayor, and how the community of North Las Vegas has changed.
Show Notes:
1:00 - J Haleem Welcomes Twixx to the show
1:54 - Twixx speaks about his first business venture owning a barbershop.
3:14 - J Haleem shares his experience of being a student at an HBCU and being discouraged from pursuing entrepreneurship.
4:20 - Twixx speaks on the importance of individuals having a trade while in the midst of the Pandemic
6:24 - Twixx speaks on the subject of entrepreneurship and his journey to being an entrepreneur, which began at 6 years old. Once he started making some money, his dad took away his lunch money.
8:28 - What is the makeup of North Las Vegas? How many people currently reside in the city and what cities are they coming from?
9:16 - How has the community of NLV changed in the last 10 years?
10:18 - Twixx speaks on what ultimately led to his decision to run for Mayor of North Las Vegas.
12:08 - When asked about commerce, Twixx speaks on the importance of small businesses
14:26 - Where has leadership failed in NLV? Twixx’s answer - visibility
16:34 - Twixx believes in partnerships. One he will work to implement when he becomes mayor is a mental health partnership.
20:02 - Politics as usual? Not for TWIXX. Rather than focusing on the business, his platform is based on the people.
21:36 - J Haleem salutes Twixx for stepping out into politics
22:01 - Twixx shares an encouraging word for people to support his mayoral run.
24:00 - J Haleem encourages his audience to financially support the campaign.
To follow Robert “Twixx” Taylor, visit: https://www.roberttaylorfnlvmayor.com (https://www.roberttaylorfnlvmayor.com) Instagram: @roberttaylor4nlvmayor @vegastwixx
To donate via CashApp: $RT4Mayor
Would you apply to 18 law schools? Attorney Katherine Myers Wilson did. She applied to 18, was accepted by 15, rejected by 3, which included the one she really wanted to attend...the one her friend was accepted to. Attorney Myers has had a long career in the legal industry including working with the South Carolina Supreme Court and is no stranger to fighting for the rights of others in and out of the courtroom. She has transitioned from working with lawyers to launching her own business, Myers Law Firm. In this interview with J Haleem, Attorney Myers gets candid about her entrepreneurship journey, building her own table, and the importance of leaving a living legacy. 02:22 - Introduction of Guest
03:42 - Attorney Myers Shares her Early Beginnings
07:22 - Attorney Myers Discusses How She Applied to 18 Law Schools
09:03 - Is Rejection a Sign to Move Forward with Your Dreams or Abort Them?
10:10 - The Business of Education & The Importance of Having a Plan
13:00 - Parents, Your Children Are Looking to You
15:19 - Attorney Myers recounts her Law Career Including an Appointment with the South Carolina Supreme Court
16:12 - Am I Where I Want to Be?
17:40 - I Am Good Enough
18:56 - Building Her Table
20:05 - The System is Against Entrepreneurs
26:15 - Developing the Entrepreneurial Mindset
28:43 - How to Handle Low Profit Generating Months in Business
29:48 - When Giving is the Answer
32:00 - The Power of Community
34:30 - Legacy & Lineage
37:15 - Definition of Success
Follow Attorney Myers: @katrmyers_law
Follow Myers Law Firm: http://www.myerslf.com (www.myerslf.com)
Follow J Haleem: @iamjhaleem
Connect with J Haleem: http://www.jhaleem.com (www.jhaleem.com)
In this episode of S.T.A.R.V.E. Talk, J Haleem sits down with guest, Gia Neil (Sneed), of The Mahogany Box. During their conversation, Gia speaks about her 30 years of service to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, her entrepreneurial endeavors, and the importance of being a lifelong learner and supporting others. Show Notes: 1:18: - J Haleem welcomes Gia to the show
3:40 - Gia shares the beginnings of her creative journey as an artist and her business venture.
5:20 - J Haleem commends Gia for her 30 years of service to the LA County Sheriff’s Department
6:08 - Gia speaks about her service as an officer of the law
10:00 - Gia speaks on “being human,” even though she wears a police uniform. J Haleem acknowledges how important this is, especially as a Black woman.
15:36 - J Haleem talks about an incident he observed on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. He talks candidly about why it’s important as Black people to speak up, even if it’s crimes committed against ourselves.
17:07 - Gia salutes J Haleem and gives him his flowers for the creation of the I Won’t Starve brand/movement.
24:02 - Gia speaks about empowering and helping those who look like her.
26:02 - Gia gives us a sneak peek into what her life could be as a full-time entrepreneur.
32:12 - Many people speak against having a full-time job while running your business. J Haleem asks Gia her thoughts on this.
37:24 - Gia shares her advice on the importance of holding on to your job.
41:38 - J Haleem speaks on why he started his platform.
49:17 - J Haleem thanks Gia for her service & accepting the invitation for being a guest.
Social Media Contact:
Instagram @themahoganybox Facebook: The Mahogany Box
Website: https://shopthemahoganybox (https://shopthemahogany)box.com