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Welcome to the Troy Talks Podcast episode #75!
In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Kelani Blackwell, a trailblazing consultant and advocate in the commercial real estate industry.
Kelani has made significant strides from her start in residential real estate to becoming a strong voice for diversity, equity, and inclusion in commercial spaces at CBRE.
Today, she will share her firsthand experiences of the challenges faced by minority brokers and the significant disparity in diversity within commercial real estate.
We'll delve into how she transitioned her career, her motivational journey in establishing the "Women in Real Estate" club on Clubhouse, and how this platform has supported over 70,000 women by fostering a sisterhood of professional growth and empowerment.
Kelani also highlights the potential for bringing commercial real estate opportunities to underserved communities and discusses her long-term vision, including the launch of an investment fund and the upcoming Wirecon conference in 2024.
Join us as Kelani shares invaluable insights and her unique perspective on transforming the landscape of commercial real estate while creating impactful community connections
Topics covered:
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Kelani's background in real estate beginning with her mother's influence as a realtor and loan officer.
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Transition from a corporate job to entering the real estate industry, starting in a small fix-and-flip operation, and evolving into a full-service boutique brokerage.
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Moving to a significant role at CBRE focusing on multifamily investment property sales.
Challenges in Commercial Real Estate
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Discussion on the transition from residential to commercial real estate including the differences in emotional engagement and the complexities of commercial deals.
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The broader scope of commercial real estate, including various asset classes and brokerage types.
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The challenge of diversity in commercial real estate, particularly the lack of minority brokers in producer roles versus support roles.
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The difficulties faced by minorities in building a sustainable income and book of business within commercial real estate.
Creation and Impact of Women in Real Estate Club on Clubhouse
Connect with Kelani Blackwell
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelanib/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelanib?igsh=MWlrdHoyM3FpM3Jvdw==
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Afsha Butt, a woman of color in the male-dominated finance industry, shares her incredible journey on the Troy Talks podcast. From overcoming prejudice to forming partnerships and educating young professionals, Afsha's story will leave you inspired and wanting to learn more. But just when everything seems to be going well, a shocking turn of events leaves Afsha in a difficult situation. What will she do next? Don't miss this gripping episode.
My special guest is Afsha Butt
Afsha Butt is a trailblazing CEO and founder of Wealthverse, a financial technology company. With a distinguished record in the financial services sector, she is an award-winning consultant and wealth strategist. Afsha is passionate about empowering established professionals to unlock their untapped financial potential through intelligent money management and mindset development. As a woman of color in the finance industry, Afsha has overcome numerous challenges and has become a shining example of success. Her expertise and unbiased approach to investing have earned her recognition and respect in the industry. With her wealth of knowledge and experience, Afsha is dedicated to helping women of color navigate the obstacles they may face and thrive in their finance careers.
I realized, I'm not just doing this to learn what they did. I'm also doing this to learn what I don't want to do and what I'm going to do differently. - Afsha Butt
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Gain insights from Afsha Butt's career journey and discover the steps she took to succeed in the finance industry.
- Learn about the specific challenges faced by women in finance and discover strategies to overcome them.
- Understand the importance of financial education for young professionals and learn how it can set you up for success in your career.
- Discover practical strategies for overcoming prejudice in the workplace and creating a more inclusive environment.
- Gain valuable tips and insights on building a successful financial planning company and take your career to the next level.
Challenges Faced by Women in Finance
As a woman and a minority, Afsha Butt had to navigate a largely male-dominated financial industry. Nevertheless, despite the challenges and occasional prejudice she faced, her determination allowed her to overachieve and establish herself as an eminent financial advisor. Butt's story highlights the struggles women in finance face, but also the immense potential and resilience that can lead to success against all odds.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Visit Wealthverse's website at www.wealthverse.ca to learn more about their financial technology solutions and services.
- Explore the range of intelligent money management tools offered by Wealthverse to optimize your financial potential and bridge the gap between your current possessions and desired lifestyle.
- Book a consultation with Afsha Butt to receive personalized guidance and expertise in wealth management, investing, and profile mindset development.
- Connect with Afsha Butt on LinkedIn to expand your professional network and stay connected with her latest updates and industry insights.
- Share this podcast episode and Afsha Butt's work with your friends, family, and colleagues to help spread awareness about the importance of financial literacy and wealth management.
Connect with Afsha Butt:
Website: Wealthverse.ca
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afsha-butt/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afshaaofficial/?hl=en
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If you're feeling the frustration of constantly putting in extra hours, sacrificing your personal life, and still not getting the promotions or recognition you deserve, then you are not alone! Many professionals find themselves stuck in this cycle, wondering why their hard work isn't paying off.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Enhance your career resilience by learning effective strategies to bounce back from setbacks and challenges in the workplace.
- Build a supportive environment at work by discovering practical tips to foster teamwork, collaboration, and positive communication.
- Cultivate a growth mindset to navigate career setbacks and embrace opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Unlock the power of networking and building relationships to expand your professional network and create new opportunities for career advancement.
- Prioritize self-care and well-being in your careers with actionable strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance and enhance overall job satisfaction.
My special guest is Helen Ofosu
Dr. Helen Ofosu is an expert in industrial and organizational psychology with over 20 years of experience in the field. As a career and executive coach, she specializes in assessing and developing leadership skills, as well as navigating workplace challenges such as bullying, harassment, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Dr. Helen Ofosu founded the I O Advisory Services in 2012, offering executive and career coaching, HR consulting, and speaking engagements. Her expertise in psychology and business allows her to provide practical insights and strategies for professionals seeking to enhance their career resilience and navigate workplace challenges.
With her upcoming book, "How to Be Resilient in Your Career: Facing Up to Barriers at Work," Dr. Helen Ofosu continues to empower individuals to overcome obstacles and thrive in their professional lives.
Connect with Dr. Helen here:
Website: https://theresilientcareer.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenofosu/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IOAdvisoryServices/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ioadvisory
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheleno_ca/
Connect with Troy Holt here:
Website: https:///www.troyholt.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydholt
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TroyTalksMoney
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063546310389
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Have you ever heard these myths about Small Business Administration (SBA) loans for established businesses?
Myth 1: SBA loans are only for startups.
Myth 2: SBA loans are too complicated and time-consuming to apply for. Myth 3: SBA loans are only for certain types of businesses.
In this episode, our guest, Deb Curtis, will debunk these myths and share the truth about SBA loans for women and minority small business owners.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Uncover hidden aspects of gender bias in the finance industry.
- Appreciate the triumph of tenacity and hands-on experience over formal education.
- Gain insights into how SBA loans can foster the growth of established businesses.
- Learn the significant role of diversity and inclusion in successful business ownership.
- Discover the power of self-belief and the potential in exploring diverse opportunities.
My special guest is Deb Curtis
Rising from humble beginnings, Deb Curtis is a beacon of inspiration to any budding entrepreneur.
She is the founder of Curtis Small Business Finance Solutions, where she provides specialized consultancy in business ownership bank finance transactions.
As a woman in a male-dominated sector, Deb made a commendable stride, becoming a trailblazer for countless women in corporate settings.
She wears her relentless grit alongside her professional acumen gracefully, indicating that professional success is not solely tied to academic degrees.
Connect with Deb here:
Website: https://www.debcurtis.com
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deb-curtis-190534b/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debjojocurtis/
Connect with Troy Holt here:
Website: https:///www.troyholt.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydholt
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TroyTalksMoney
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Unveiling the Secrets: Tina Houchins on Increasing Homeownership in Underserved Communities
If you're feeling frustrated and helpless because your efforts to increase homeownership rates in underserved communities are falling short, then you are not alone! Despite your best intentions, offering traditional mortgage products and outreach programs may not be enough to bridge the homeownership gap. Instead, potential buyers from marginalized racial and ethnic groups face systemic barriers such as discriminatory lending practices, lack of affordable housing options, and limited access to resources and information.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Uncover the essential role financial literacy plays specifically in the military, and how mastering it can lead to better fiscal decisions.
- Become equipped with practical tips to bolster your credit score and open doors to financial possibilities.
- Embark on a journey of learning how to reclaim homeownership following financial missteps like bankruptcy or foreclosure.
- Confront the disparities in homeownership across different racial and ethnic groups and learn why these barriers exist.
- Demystify the home buying process by comprehending the roles of mortgage loan officers and realtors in finding and financing your dream home.
My special guest is Tina Houchins
Today’s guest is Tina Houchins, an accomplished Air Force veteran who, after her retirement, engaged in nurturing financial literacy. Always being drawn to service, Tina turned her focus on financial education, recognizing it as a critical aspect of individual and community growth.
Tina now heads the Houchin Financial Group where she plays a pivotal role in creating mortgage strategies that synchronize with the specific circumstances of her clientele. Her broad experience and genuine aspiration to help have enabled her to navigate clients through the mortgage process effectively and efficiently.
Key Takeaways
- Understand why financial literacy is a must-have skill set for anyone involved in military life.
- Obtain concrete strategies to improve your credit score and thereby expand your financial horizons.
- Thrive through financial resilience by learning how to regain homeownership post-bankruptcy or foreclosure.
- Delve into the realities of homeownership disparities among racial and ethnic groups, and what can be done to bridge the gap.
- Get behind the scenes of the homebuying process by discerning the roles of mortgage loan officers and realtors, the key players in realizing your homeownership goals.
Connect with Tina here: Website: https://thehomeownerspath.com/registration-path-to-homeownership-5096?fbclid=IwAR2XnVm8xdmxd6Xyjb6srfKtK_pISn1Fo2QZU3KZNKdRMJu9dkaucYs2jgU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinahouchinsofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tina.houchins.3
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In the world of sales, whoever is talking is buying. Discover the power of active listening and emotional engagement with sales expert Joe Pallo. But what will happen when the main character finds themselves in a sales pitch where they can't get a word in? Stay tuned to find out.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Understand the paramount role of emotions in driving sales.
- Equip yourself with the right questions to stir up emotional ties.
- Grasp the essence of diagnosing client needs before unveiling your sales pitch.
- Recognize the significance of active listening in turning the sales conversation in your favor.
- Gain the skills to pave the way for the progression of the sales process.
My special guest is Joe Pallo
From financial services to agriculture, Joe Pallo's sales expertise has led him to the discovery of a unique universal truth that's seen him excel across industries. With over a million dollars in sales under his belt, Joe has proven that emotional engagement is as pivotal to sales success as logical reasoning. Yet, his most significant achievement is the coaching and mentoring he provides. His commitment to sharing his knowledge has enabled countless professionals to achieve success and top producer status.
Grab his new book: How To Sell Nothing: The Logical Way To Make The Emotional Sale $0.99 Kindle version https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CC73N5X8
How To Sell Nothing appeared on 11 Amazon best seller lists, coming in at #1 in the categories of Small Business Sales & Selling, Sales Techniques, and Sales & Selling presentations. It also landed in the top 5 in Sales & Selling, Business Marketing & Sales, Business Development & Entrepreneurship, and Communication Skills. Imagine my surprise at seeing MY book be ranked #25 on the bestseller list under the top-level category of Business & Money!!
Connect with Joe here: Website: https://www.sellnothing.co/ Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-pallo-00464989/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoePalloSellNothingLLC Connect with Troy Holt here:
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Tyler Pigott is a people lover, a problem solver, and an ardent digital marketer. His own characterization as a 'closet introvert', someone who draws inspiration both from his own solitude and from invigorating group interactions, makes him quite a unique personality. This multifaceted entrepreneur has spent two decades honing his uncanny ability to creatively solve complex problems, all while being motivated by a futuristic vision. This apart, he’s a huge cycling enthusiast and has a soft spot for golden retrievers. Finally, for Pigott, values come before everything else: he cherishes his faith above all.
Experience the transformative journey of Tyler Pigott, a man who thrives on serving and connecting with others. From his introverted nature to his energizing presence, Tyler's story takes an unexpected twist. As his love for biking evolves from a simple escape to a full-blown obsession, his passion intertwines with his innate storytelling abilities. Join us as we delve into Tyler's multi-faceted journey, filled with personal growth, professional success, and the power of embracing the unexpected. Uncover the surprising connection between personal experiences and the profound impact they have on serving and connecting with people.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Understand the powerful impact of empathy and comprehension on successful support and guidance.
- Experience the transformative effect of channeling personal experiences into serving and creating bonds with people.
- Recognize the importance of validating others' lives and experiences, even when divergent from our perspective.
- Learn how to maneuver personal emotions for effective and empathetic communication.
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Brush up on the latest trends in marketing and gain a sneak peek on what the future might hold.
- Connect with Tyler here:
Website: https://www.lonefircreative.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerpigott/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerpigott/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tylerpigott
Connect with Troy Holt here:
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On this episode of Troy Holt, we have a captivating interview with Johnathan K Drayton. Our discussion revolves around the power of God in controlling nature and orchestrating events for a greater purpose. We delve into biblical stories, such as Joseph's time in jail and Gideon's encounters with signs and guidance from God.
Tune in to hear about the importance of trust in the Lord during difficult circumstances and the role of processes in revealing God's involvement in the details.
Our conversation also touches on the concept of God's presence in times of trouble and the permanent security Christians have in their salvation. Join us as we explore the journey of building a relationship with God, the transformative power of following Christ, and the significance of faith.
We also dive into the complexities of understanding and interpreting scripture in the 21st century. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking episode filled with profound insights and perspectives on faith, trust, and the relevance of ancient texts.
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Does this sound familiar? You've been told to post consistently on social media, engage with your audience, and network with potential clients in order to build relationships and drive business success. But despite your efforts, you're not seeing the results you desire. The pain of wasted time and energy, coupled with the frustration of not seeing your business grow, is all too real. It's time to break free from ineffective actions and discover the power of social media done right. Join us as we unveil the secrets of leveraging social proof, podcasting, Instagram, and LinkedIn to forge genuine connections, skyrocket your credibility, and propel your business to new heights.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Unearth the hidden power of social proof in boosting your credibility and building trust within your audience.
- Learn how podcasting can be used as a powerful tool for business growth and content generation.
- Get the lowdown on utilizing Instagram for influential social media marketing practices.
- Demystify the strategy on LinkedIn: how to build authentic rapport without turning people off with spammy messages.
- Absorb the knack of tapping into social media to establish strong connections and spur business progress.
My special guest is Katie Brinkley
Meet Katie Brinkley, the woman at the helm of Next Step Social Communications, a social media agency based in Littleton, Colorado. Rooted in her 17 years of experience, Katie has cultured a unique approach toward social media optimization. Katie's strength lies in teaching entrepreneurs within the home industry about the potential of social media as a catalyst for genuine interactions, increased leads, and heightened sales. Her innovative coaching style combined with a notable passion aids her in breathing life back into the stagnant practices of social media, creating natural, organic growth for her clients.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Follow Katie Brinkley on Instagram and LinkedIn.
- Check out Katie's social media agency, Next Step Social Communications.
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Visit Katie's website, katybrinkley.com, to learn more about her and her services.
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Connect with Katie on Clubhouse and join her discussions.
- Explore the Power of Podcasting course by Katie Brinkley on PodMatch.
- Join Katie's Facebook group, Social Media for Entrepreneurs, for valuable insights and networking opportunities.
- Listen to Katie's podcast, Troy Holt Consulting, hosted by Katie Brinkley, for expert advice on social media and entrepreneurship.
- Purchase Katie's book, Putting Social Back in Social Media, to learn how to effectively build relationships online.
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Attend Katie's upcoming webinar on social media strategies for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
- Connect with Katie here:
Website: https://katiebrinkley.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiebrinkley/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiebrinkley/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamKatieBrinkley/
Connect with Troy Holt here:
- Website: https:///www.troyholt.com - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydholt - Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/TroyTalksMoney - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063546310389 Like, subscribe, download, and give a review of the Troy Talks podcast.
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If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by your employees' inability to deliver exceptional customer experiences, despite your efforts to improve, then you are not alone! Despite investing in customer service training, implementing new procedures, and providing incentives, your team may still be struggling to meet customer expectations. Instead of the desired result of improved customer satisfaction and loyalty, you may be experiencing decreased customer retention, negative online reviews, and missed opportunities for upselling. It's time to address this pain and find effective strategies to empower your employees for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Explore why customer satisfaction is the keystone to successful business.
- Learn how empowering your team can create exceptional customer experiences.
- Discover the pivotal role HR plays in fostering employee engagement and customer satisfaction.
- Grasp the delicate balance between supporting employees and maintaining standardized company rules.
- Understand the profound impact of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging on your organization’s health.
My special guest is Beverly Hathorn
We introduce Beverly Hathorn, a passionate customer satisfaction advocate with an impressive 25-year career trajectory in the corporate world. Starting out as a bank teller and later transitioning to more complex roles such as leading labour relations for an organization of 60,000 employees, Beverly's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Currently at the helm of Strategic HR Consultants, her unwavering commitment to creating high-functioning teams and facilitating outstanding customer experiences has remained core to her philosophy. As she continues to enhance productivity and collaboration, Beverly stays true to her vision — a customer-first culture.
- Check out Troy Holt Consulting podcast: Make sure to listen to more episodes of the Troy Holt Consulting podcast to gain valuable insights and advice from industry experts like Beverly Hathorn.
- Download and subscribe: Don't miss out on future episodes by downloading and subscribing to the Troy Holt Consulting podcast on your favorite podcast platform.
- Share with others: If you found this episode informative and helpful, share it with your colleagues, friends, and anyone else who may benefit from the knowledge and expertise shared by Troy Holt and his guests.
- Connect with Beverly Hathorn: If you're in need of customer satisfaction consulting or HR services, reach out to Beverly Hathorn at Strategic HR Consultants. Visit her website or connect with her on LinkedIn to learn more about her expertise and how she can help your business.
- Explore the Small Business Administration (SBA): If you're a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, take advantage of the resources and support offered by the SBA. Visit their website to access mentors, training courses, funding opportunities, certifications, and more.
- Consider hiring for customer service excellence: When hiring customer service or customer-facing employees, prioritize qualities such as empathy, professionalism, and effective communication skills. Ensure that your team represents
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #65 The Role of Building Authentic Relationships in Podcasting w/Vinnie Potestivo
If you're feeling frustrated with your lack of success in podcasting despite putting in a lot of effort and following all the advice you can find online, then you are not alone! Many aspiring podcasters struggle to gain traction and build a loyal audience. The problem often lies in a lack of authenticity and genuine connection with listeners. If you're more focused on chasing downloads and sponsorships than on building meaningful relationships with your audience, you'll likely struggle to stand out in an already saturated market. It's time to prioritize authenticity and relationship-building as key components of your podcasting strategy.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Gain valuable insights from industry professionals to elevate your media endeavors.
- Discover the significance of genuine connections and how they contribute to your podcast's success.
- Learn to identify opportunities and harness the courage to take calculated risks.
- Explore the power of narrative in driving social transformation.
- Uncover methods to enhance your content's visibility and shareability.
Meet Vinnie Potestivo, an Emmy Award-winning media advisor with an incredible track record of helping clients leverage their media exposure to find fame and make an impact. As the editor-in-chief of I Have A Podcast, Vinnie is dedicated to discovering and amplifying the voices of independent podcasters worldwide. With a rich history of working with big names like Beyonce, Mandy Moore, and Ashton Kutcher, Vinnie's experience and insights into the importance of authenticity and building relationships in podcasting are unmatched.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Check out Vinnie Potestivo's website to learn more about his media advising services and how he can help you leverage your media exposure: https://www.vinniepotestivo.com/
- Subscribe to I Have A Podcast to discover and amplify the voices of independent podcasters worldwide: https://ihaveapodcast.com/
- Follow Vinnie on LinkedIn to stay updated on his latest projects and insights: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivo/
- Listen to Vinnie's live show with Judy Fox on LinkedIn Live and access it as a podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/video/live/urn:li:ugcPost:6835823584740510208/
- Connect with Vinnie on PodMatch to potentially collaborate with him on future podcast projects: https://podmatch.com/
Connect with Vinnie here:
Website: https://ihaveapodcast.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivo/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinniepotestivo/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VPEtalent
Connect with Troy Holt here:
+ Website: https:///www.troyholt.com
+ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydholt
+ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/https://www.twitter.com/https://twitter.com/TroyTalksMoney
+ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063546310389
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #64 Entrepreneurial Mindset: Lessons & Wisdom from my special guest Khalil Stultz
Meet Khalil Stultz, a savvy investor and growth consultant with a passion for helping businesses achieve their full potential. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, Khalil utilizes his unique skill set to create strategic growth plans for entrepreneurs looking to elevate their businesses. In his spare time, Khalil loves to explore his creative side as a professional saxophonist, which has taught him firsthand the importance of preparation, improvisation, and flexibility - three key qualities that he brings to his work in the business world. Tune in as Khalil shares his top insights on entrepreneurship and business success.
From College Saxophone Player to Successful Entrepreneur: The Unlikely Journey of Khalil Stultz. This inspiring story takes unexpected twists and turns, highlighting the power of resilience and adaptability. Khalil's journey from music to business growth consulting is a testament to the fact that success can come from unexpected places. Along the way, he discovered the importance of being prepared for the unknown and constantly seeking knowledge. But that's not all. Want to know the surprising secret to Khalil's success? Tune in to find out.
If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed with the lack of growth in your business, despite putting in countless hours and effort, then you are not alone! Many entrepreneurs find themselves stuck in a cycle of trying different strategies and tactics, only to see minimal results. It can be disheartening to see your competitors thriving while you struggle to make progress. But in this podcast episode, Khalil Stoltz shares practical tips and strategies that can help you break out of this cycle and achieve the growth and success you desire.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover crucial insights on entrepreneurship and business success for personal growth.
- Uncover effective learning techniques to stay ahead in your industry.
- Recognize the power of feedback and data for exponential growth in business.
- Explore the impact of investing in employee morale and development for a robust team.
- Learn the significance of the 80/20 principle and the role of prioritizing leadership in attaining business growth.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Connect with Khalil Stokes for investment opportunities or growth consulting services.
- Research and study your niche, craft, and market to effectively speak their language for higher sales and marketing success.
- Read books, listen to podcasts from entrepreneurs, and seek mentorships or consultants to stay ahead of the curve in your business endeavors.
- Make discomfort the norm and be willing to improvise by learning how you learn and exposing yourself to higher levels of your craft or skill set.
- Develop flexibility and fluidity in execution by being nimble in response and preparation for effective problem-solving and execution.
"Being prepared isn't just about making yourself ready for known scenarios or known challenges. Being prepared is also about, again, being ready to effectively tackle the unknowns as well." Khalil Stultz
Connect with Khalil here:
Website: https://directkonnection.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/growthlevers/
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Website: https:///www.troyholt.com
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydholt
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- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063546310389
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #63 Mastering the Seven Deadly Sins of Leadership with Jennifer Thornton
Do you want to create a healthy and productive work environment where your team can thrive? Are you tired of the negative impact that poor leadership can have on your team's morale and productivity? Look no further, because I have the solution to help you achieve a workplace culture that fosters growth and success. As a leadership expert, I will share with you the secrets to avoiding the seven deadly sins of leadership that can hinder your progress. By implementing these strategies, you will see improved leadership skills and a positive workplace culture that will benefit both you and your team. Together, let's create a workplace environment that inspires success!
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Delve into the secrets behind the marriage of strong leadership & learning culture.
- Decipher the hidden traps within The Seven Deadly Sins of Leadership.
- Master the art of fostering a growth mindset for organizational success.
- Learn to dodge the talent cliff with a well-crafted talent strategy.
- Understand the keys to inspiring & empowering millennials at work.
My special guest is Jennifer Thornton
Get to know Jennifer Thornton who, with over two decades of experience in HR, has dedicated her career to honing her expertise in leadership development coaching. Jennifer's unique approach combines her vast knowledge of brain science with the more traditional components of effective leadership, providing invaluable insights on the topic of The Seven Deadly Sins of Leadership. By looking beyond conventional wisdom, Jennifer guides leaders to recognize their own pitfalls and create a positive work environment, where personal and team development can flourish. Jennifer's innovative practices are regularly helping leaders to transform their skills for success.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Visit Jennifer Thornton's website, 304coaching.com, to learn more about her leadership development coaching services.
- Check out Jennifer Thornton's podcast appearances to hear her insights on leadership and HR.
- Consider booking Jennifer Thornton as a speaker for your next event to inspire and educate your team on effective leadership.
The Seven Deadly Sins of Leadership
Leaders who wish to improve their skills and create a positive workplace culture should be aware of the Seven Deadly Sins of Leadership. These sins include a lack of self-awareness, lack of empathy, being addicted to being right, fear of feedback, failing to develop others, lacking a learning mindset, and neglecting relationships. By avoiding these pitfalls, leaders can foster an environment of growth and collaboration, ultimately leading to a more successful organization. In the episode, Jennifer Thornton identified these common leadership pitfalls and discussed how they can negatively impact an organization. She urged leaders to prioritize the greater good of the company over individual departmental needs and stressed the importance of fostering a learning culture to keep employees engaged and encourage constant growth. By being aware of these sins, leaders can work to develop their self-awareness and empathy and create an environment of open communication and professional development.
Connect with Jennifer here:
Website: https://304coaching.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferrthornton/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgMj1eVGsseqo9znNlPriXA
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #62 Sophia Lovasz Shares Her Waymo Adventures and Social Media Success
My special guest is Sophia Lovasz
Say hello to Sophia Lovasz, Sophia is the Founder and CEO of Simply Visibility, where she helps students, employees, and entrepreneurs use social media to attract opportunities so they don’t have to chase them. She believes that finding your voice is the key to unlocking your value and building credibility in your community and industry. She is a seasoned retail leader with over 20 years of experience running brick-and-mortar operations and e-commerce for Follett Higher Education on college campuses. She spent her last year at Follett heading up social media strategy for Follett’s 1200 college campus stores.
She is an Arizona-based content creator who's made quite a splash with her experiences in Waymo, Google's autonomous car project. As a passenger in one of these self-driving vehicles, Sophia has captured the attention of the media, including CNN and Mashable, as well as the co-CEO of Waymo, who even joined her for a ride! But Sophia doesn't just share her rides with the world; she also creates content on various topics such as gardening, uplifting videos, and entrepreneurial insights. With her conversational and friendly approach, she's a fantastic person to learn from about the future of transportation and online content creation.
This is Sophia Lovasz's story:
It was an ordinary day for Sophia Lovasz when she stumbled upon Waymo's cutting-edge autonomous taxi service. With the app in hand and curiosity in her heart, Sophia embarked on her first solo ride, documenting the experience to share with the world. Unexpectedly, her video went viral on TikTok, and she found herself even more motivated to promote this groundbreaking technology. By continuously sharing her rides on various social media platforms, Sophia's videos not only educated the public about the potential of autonomous vehicles but also garnered attention from Waymo itself. Her dedication led to an incredible opportunity to meet the co-CEO of Waymo, further solidifying her belief in the advantages of the technology
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover the perks of traveling in a Waymo autonomous car and how it can change your daily commute.
- Unlock social media secrets to create engaging content and establish a strong personal brand.
- Conquer imposter syndrome and gain the confidence to shine on camera.
- Grasp the significance of authenticity and relatability in crafting compelling content.
- Learn how to turn your smartphone into a powerful tool for content creation and monetization.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Check out Sophia Lovasz's LinkedIn profile for her unique and entertaining content.
- Download the episode and share it with your network.
- Join niche Facebook groups related to your content to increase engagement and followers.
- Experiment with trending sounds and music on Instagram and Facebook Reels to increase engagement.
- Connect with Sophia on TikTok for autonomous vehicle content and a fast-growing following.
- Download the Cap Cut app to extract sound from Instagram and use it on Facebook Reels.
- Consider trying Waymo's fully autonomous taxi service in the Tempe Chandler Mesa area of Phoenix if it's available to you.
Connect with Sophia here:
Website: https://www.simplyvisibility.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophialovasz/
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Meet Steve Buzogany, the Referral Guy and Appreciation Advocate. He reveals the secret to building a successful career without working too hard. But just as he's about to share his ultimate gifting strategy, the interview abruptly ends, leaving the audience wondering what could happen next.
Start loving on your people.
My special guest is Steve Buzogany
Meet Steve Buzogany, the creative mind behind Appreciation Advocate. Having successfully sold nearly $100 million worth of real estate, Steve knows a thing or two about building genuine relationships with clients. By focusing on meaningful connections, he was able to achieve success while working just three to four days a week. Now, Steve is dedicated to helping other small business owners stand out, foster deep relationships, and increase their income – all while having fun and avoiding burnout.
This is Steve Buzogany 's story:
Once a real estate agent, Steve Buzogany discovered the power of focusing on the relationship rather than the transaction. Mentored by Brian Buffini, Steve quickly became known as the "referral guy" around his office. He found that by using personalized gifting strategies, he could build lasting connections with his clients and receive more referrals. However, he realized that many agents didn't want to put in the extra effort for these customized gifts, leading him to create Appreciation Advocate.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Nurture your clientele by implementing bespoke gifting strategies.
- Shape a positive image and unambiguous values using the power of considered gifting.
- Enhance your gifting approach to create exceptional experiences for clients.
- Showcase conscious gratitude through acts of impactful generosity towards others.
- Drive business growth by prioritizing lasting connections over financial ambitions.
The Six Criteria for Great Gifts
To maximize the impact of client gifts, it's crucial to adhere to specific criteria that ensure a gift resonates with recipients on an emotional level. The six criteria include quality, personalization, emotional impact, staying power, building connection, and focusing on the recipient rather than the giver. As discussed by Steve Buzogany, traditional corporate gifts like food baskets, gift cards, and branded swag bags often fall short of creating lasting impressions. By focusing on the six criteria presented during the interview, businesses can enhance their gifting approach and create memorable experiences that foster strong relationships with clients.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Sign up as a client of Appreciation Advocate to receive personalized and high-quality gift recommendations for your top 10-25 clients.
- Use the six criteria provided by Appreciation Advocate to determine which gifts are eligible for sending.
- Consider gifting options beyond traditional items like chocolates or gift cards, and opt for personalized and practical items like custom-engraved Cutco knives or watercolor paintings of a client's new home.
- Consider using Appreciation Advocate's services for your small business to quickly stand out and increase referrals while building meaningful relationships.
Connect with Steve here:
Website: https://appreciationadvocate.com/strategicappreciation
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-buzogany/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #60 The Importance of Analyzing Gross Margins for Business Owners w/Terrell Turner, CPA.
Terrell Turner, CPA is the co-founder and fractional CFO of the TLTurner Group. He is the guy who’s concerned about how businesses are going to survive and grow in this new business world. He hosts a show, called Business Talk Library, which examines a wide range of problems and solutions affecting business today. He uses his experience from Fortune 500 companies to consult with start-up businesses and mid-size companies. It’s his job to start the conversation on what their goals are. Together, they design a course of action to achieve them.
On this episode of Troy Talks, the importance of understanding a business's financial situation is discussed, including analyzing gross margins to identify high and low-margin products. By conducting a gross margin analysis, businesses can identify ways to reduce costs and improve profitability.
The podcast also encourages business owners to view their financials like a movie and to recognize that running a business is more than just doing what they love. In addition, the podcast offers an interview series where founders and entrepreneurs from other businesses share their journeys, accomplishments, and mistakes.
Listeners can learn from these interviews and either avoid making similar mistakes or implement successful strategies. The podcast editor also shares insights from their experiences in finance and accounting while working with other companies, recognizing the importance of outsourcing tasks like hiring a virtual assistant. Tune in for more tips on how to take your business to the next level.
Terrell covered Conducting a Gross Margin Analysis with the following:
- Identifying ways to reduce costs and improve profitability
- Viewing financials like a movie
- Expenses must contribute to serving or finding customers or improving the product
Connect with Terrell here:
Website: https://www.tlturnergroup.com/
Linked: www.linkedin.com/in/terrellturner/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #59 Women and Financial Protections: Advice for Moms and Caregivers w/Margaret Loperena
On this episode of Troy Talks, you will hear about the importance of inheritance planning for special needs children and the creation of an emergency fund.
We are joined by Margaret Laparena, a licensed independent insurance professional, who will discuss how protection and proper planning are vital to financial security. Margaret will offer a free book that provides education and knowledge on building wealth and generating cash flow. The episode will also feature tips from Margaret on working with special needs provisions and the importance of self-education and mentorship. Tune in to hear about how planning and preparation can make all the difference in securing a positive financial future.
Margaret Laparena is a licensed independent insurance professional with over 30 years of experience in the financial service industry. She has worked as an admission coordinator for a private health facility for six years. She is currently working with Virtual Financial Group, providing financial literacy.
Topics covered:
- The importance of discussing protection, especially for women who have children, is highlighted.
- Creating an emergency fund is emphasized, advising to save more than just 3-6 months due to unforeseen circumstances like the COVID-19 pandemic. Margaret is offering a free book to listeners who reach out to her.
- Having good mentors and constant education is advised to be taken seriously in the field.
- When dealing with special needs provisions, it is important to work with financial professionals and lawyers.
Connect with Margaret here:
Website: https://howmoneyworks.com/margaretloperena
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-h-loperena-8a77b5aa/
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- Website: https:///www.troyholt.com
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #58 Transforming Trauma into Strength: Insights from Therapist Elizabeth Louis
If you're feeling hopeless and defeated because you've tried numerous therapies that haven't been effective in healing your trauma, then you are not alone!
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Appreciate the critical role a suitable therapist or coach can play in your personal development.
- Gain insights into facing and overcoming trauma for improved mental health.
- Realize the indelible impact of mindset on mental health and how to make it work for you.
- Understand the link between positive psychology, neuroscience, and their contributions to therapeutic practices.
- Take charge of your experiences and thoughts, transforming them into a force for good in your life.
My special guest is Elizabeth Louis
Introducing Elizabeth Louis, a therapist who has made it her life's mission to assist others in overcoming trauma and achieving personal growth. Elizabeth's own experiences with hardships have shaped her into the driven and compassionate professional she is today. As a neuro psychotherapy specialist, she understands the importance of studying the brain and its role in creating lasting change. Her approach to therapy focuses on building genuine connections, fostering empathy, and providing a warm and supportive environment for her clients. Elizabeth's dedication to understanding and overcoming trauma is evident in her work, making her a great resource for this topic
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Find a therapist who has a passion for learning and growing, who understands the neurology of psychology, and who can create a genuine, warm, and highly empathetic connection with their client.
- Practice the techniques learned in therapy outside of therapy to see progress.
- Consider neuro psychotherapy for rewiring the brain.
- Forgive to overcome trauma.
- Change the narration of trauma to see it as a growth opportunity.
- Make peace with past offenders to move forward.
- Recognize that trauma is hard and making the choice to deal with it is important.
- Have empathy for others' experiences and perspectives.
- Realize that becoming a therapist is not a uniform process and finding the right therapist for you is essential.
- Trust the process of therapy and be patient with progress.
Connect with Elizabeth Louis here:
Website: https://elizabethlouis.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louiselizabeth/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #57 Isabella Sanchez Castañeda: Building Intimacy & Loyalty in Podcasting.
If you're feeling overwhelmed and discouraged by the lack of progress despite trying to build audience loyalty through authenticity, intimacy, and experimentation, then you are not alone!
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Embrace changes and redefine yourself in both business and marketing environments.
- Develop a true sense of curiosity and enhance listening skills crucial for podcast interviews.
- Overcome the fear of judgment that hinders successful content creation.
- Utilize the power of podcasts to create a strong connection and loyalty with your audience.
- Recognize the significance of experimentation and adaptability in your marketing strategies.
My special guest is Isabella Sanchez Castañeda
Meet Isabella Sanchez Castañeda, a gifted marketer and podcast expert who assists entrepreneurs in sharing their impact through innovative marketing techniques and podcast production. Isabella Sanchez Castañeda is the CEO and founder of Isa Media Inc a digital marketing agency focused on the production and strategy of high-converting podcasts for entrepreneurs. She graduated in 2020 from Villanova University with a degree in communication specializing in journalism.
Her journalism background has provided her with valuable skills that have translated seamlessly into her marketing and podcasting expertise. As a millennial making a difference in the business world, Isabella is driven to help others share their stories and build loyal audiences through her unique approach to podcasting and marketing.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Connect with Isabella Sanchez Castañeda on social media to learn more about her marketing and podcast production services.
- Consider hiring Isabella's company, Isa Media Incorporated, for your marketing, marketing strategy, and podcast production needs.
- Reflect on your interviewing skills and strive to be more interested in your guests to create better conversations and connections.
- Experiment with your marketing and content creation, overcoming perfectionism and focusing on putting out content consistently.
- Read the book Oversubscribed to learn about the importance of touch points and how to create a loyal audience.
- Practice your interviewing and curiosity skills to improve your ability to connect with others and create engaging content.
- Evaluate your current marketing strategies and consider incorporating podcasting as a way to share your impact and increase visibility.
Connect with Isabella Sanchez Castañeda here:
Website: https://www.isamediainc.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabella-sanchez-casta%C3%B1eda-818b38120/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isamediainc/?hl=en
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After helping his clients transition from employer-based plans to individually owned ones, Sarry Ibrahim stumbled upon a revolutionary way to help them build wealth and achieve financial freedom - a way no one saw coming. Discovering the power of "The Bank on Yourself Revolution" by Pamela Yellen, Sarry committed to debunking the myths and guiding his clients towards a tax-free retirement. But what could this unexpected twist be?
Become your own source of financing, for you to grow tax-free retirement and other benefits.
My special guest is Sarry Ibrahim
Introducing Sarry Ibrahim, a financial expert specializing in cash value growth and tax-free retirement strategies. Sarry, the founder of Financial Asset Protection, is dedicated to helping high-net-worth individuals secure their retirement accounts, real estate properties, and businesses from market failures and other risks. With an MBA from Keller and experience at renowned companies like Blue Cross, Allstate Insurance, and Cigna, Sarry brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. His unique approach emphasizes both safety and accessibility for clients' money, making him a valuable resource for those looking to optimize their financial strategies.
This is Sarry Ibrahim's story:
Sarry Ibrahim was working with clients, helping them transition from employer-based plans to individually owned ones when one of them asked for help with a life insurance policy that builds cash value. Intrigued by the concept, Sarry set out on a quest for knowledge and stumbled upon the book "The Bank on Yourself Revolution" by Pamela Yellen. As he delved into the concept of infinite banking and learned how it could benefit people in various financial situations, Sarry realized the potential it held for his clients. With a newfound passion, Sarry became a Bank on Yourself professional, focusing on helping small business owners, real estate investors, and full-time employees use this strategy to become their own banker.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover the potential of infinite banking with whole life insurance policies.
- Uncover effective cash value growth and tax-free retirement strategies.
- Develop personal finance management skills through a banking mindset.
- Understand the differences between term life insurance and whole life insurance.
- Recognize the importance of collaborating with knowledgeable financial advisors.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
- Read the book The Bank on Yourself Revolution by Pamela Yellen to learn more about the infinite banking concept and how to utilize cash value whole life insurance for self-banking purposes.
- Consult with a trusted and competent financial advisor who specializes in cash value whole life insurance for self-banking purposes to ensure proper policy structuring and to fully understand the benefits of incorporating this strategy into your financial planning.
- Consider incorporating infinite banking into your financial planning if you are a small business owner, real estate investor, or full-time employee looking to become your own source of financing and grow a tax-free retirement.
- Ensure that the whole life insurance policy you choose aligns with your objectives and comes from a mutually owned insurance company, has a paid-up additions rider, is a non-direct recognition company, and is a whole life insurance policy.
Connect with Sarry Ibrahim here:
Website: https://finassetprotection.com/
Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarry-ibrahim-mba-ltcp-bank-on-you/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #55 Breaking Financial Curses with Markia Brown: Tips for Better Credit
After facing a string of hardships, Markia Brown found herself in a financially abusive relationship - or so she thought. Little did she know, this experience would lead her to become an advocate for financial literacy, helping others break free from the chains of debt and build a strong financial future.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Conquer credit misconceptions for a stronger grasp on personal finances.
- Dispel personal finance myths that have emerged during the pandemic.
- Adapt to TikTok as a unique platform for financial education and community nurturing.
- Enhance financial industry representation for a more relatable and trustworthy experience.
- Stay tuned for Marquia Brown's future endeavors in driving financial literacy and empowerment.
My special guest is Markia Brown
Markia Brown, a LA-based influencer and freelance writer, has dedicated her life to breaking generational curses and transforming the way young adults approach personal finance. With a military background and a wealth of experience in various fields, she has amassed over 204,000 followers on TikTok by utilizing her humor, relatability, and expertise. As a retired military veteran and holder of CFEI and RFA designations, Markia understands the challenges many young people face and is committed to helping them overcome these obstacles.
Contact info:
Website: https://www.markiabrown.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/themoneyplug/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themoneyplug.co
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theemoneyplug/
Host's Info:
Connect with me:
Website: TroyHolt.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troy_talks_money
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydholt
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Go grab your headphones or your Bluetooth headset and listen to Troy Talks Episode #54 Unlocking the Infinite Banking Concept with Brandon Neely.
When Brandon Neely opened his coffee shop to make a positive difference, he never expected to find a life-changing solution to his financial woes in the form of an unexpected twist - the infinite banking concept. Little did he know, the concept would unlock unprecedented security, stability, and wealth, completely transforming his path in life.
“Experience is so much more powerful than experimentation when it comes to wealth-building and mitigating the risk of failure.” - Brandon Neely
My special guest is Brandon Neely
Meet Brandon Neely, a dedicated entrepreneur with a passion for helping others build wealth through unique financial strategies.
As a former coffee shop owner, Brandon discovered the power of the Infinite Banking concept and has since dedicated himself to helping others navigate the world of life insurance and annuities.
He strongly believes in the power of experiential knowledge and has firsthand experience in the trials and successes of business ownership.
With his wife and business partner, Amanda, he co-hosts the Wealth Wisdom Financial podcast, where they share their insights and strategies for both personal finance and business profitability.
This is Brandon Neely's story:
Brandon Neely, a passionate entrepreneur, dove headfirst into the world of specialty coffee with the goal of making a positive difference. Overflow, his coffee shop, aimed to provide value to impoverished coffee-growing communities. However, he found himself struggling to pay himself fairly and ensure his own financial security. His mentor introduced him to a documentary called "Banking With Life," which illuminated the infinite banking concept: using life insurance and annuities to create wealth. As a business owner, Brandon saw the value in having safety and stability and began saving $400 a month into life insurance policies. This not only helped him take care of high-interest debt but also enabled him to handle emergencies like a flood at his coffee shop.
In this episode, you will be able to:
1. Tackle entrepreneurship obstacles by building a cooperative team and managing finances effectively.
2. Utilize the Profit First method to improve cash flow management and self-compensation.
3. Grasp the concept of Infinite Banking and the advantages of life insurance and annuities.
4. Explore the Still Method, a custom-made and intentional approach to financial planning.
5. Construct a solid financial base through smart debt repayment and consistent savings efforts.
Brandon's Contact Info:
- Website: https://grandmaswealthwisdom.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/facebook.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/linkedin.com/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/youtube.com
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #53 "Vulnerability & Strength: Dea Irby's Story of Surviving the June From Hell"
"Be inspired by the story of how Dia Irving persevered against the odds and found her true identity and sense of belonging in the midst of the June from hell."
"Put your hands in the hands of the Man that calms the storm and be still, storm - that is how you can deal with the June from hell."
Dea Irby is a realtor from North Carolina who has lived in five southern states, served churches with her pastor/husband, and owned and operated a tea room. She is passionate about building real community and has eight children, born in 15 different homes.
She knows the value of belonging and understands people need to be CLAIMed-Chosen, Loved, Acknowledged, Invested In, and Made for Greatness.
Dea is a published author and TEDx speaker: A Connector, Communicator, and Cultivator.
She is on a mission to help leaders know how to CLAIM their people.
Dea Irby experienced a series of life-altering events when moving from Mississippi to Georgia. One night on a dark four-lane highway, Irby had a car accident that she thought had killed her mother. When she stumbled out of the van, she saw two bodies lying in the grass, having been killed by her in a tragic accident. The incident taught her to trust in something bigger, especially during times of distress and pain. She learned that life is full of unexpected events and to live her life with purpose and resilience.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. How did Dea Irby navigate through a difficult life situation and find solace in her faith?
2. What are the five essential elements of a story-telling that make it effective?
3. What is the power of belonging and how did Dea Irby find her identity in a new place?
Resources:
https://www.deairby.com/free-resources
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Website: https://www.deairby.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #52 Navigating Grief: Kim Hamer's Journey from Resilience to Inspiration with Author Kim Hamer.
After unexpectedly losing her husband, Kim Hamer must rely on her unwavering faith and determined resilience to help her children confront their grief, lean on their community and rebuild their lives.
"I learned that for me, grief in the second year was way challenging. In the first year, I was always focused on getting past the first. I had the notion that at some point I would count the day and I wouldn't burst out in tears that he was gone. That's really what I mean by resilience - having the faith, the idea, the notion that at some point you're going to be at a better place. You just don't know when, and you don't
Kim Hamer is an HR consultant and sought-after public speaker who launched 100 Acts of Love, a consultancy that provides tools to help leaders increase team productivity, trust, and engagement when cancer affects a team member. She is also the author of 100 Acts of Love, a Girlfriend's Guide to Loving Your Friend Through Cancer or Loss.
Kim Hamer experienced the tragic loss of her husband at the young age of 44. She was grateful to have been able to watch him take his last breath, but soon realized that most people don't know what to say or do in the face of death, so they back away. Kim learned that it was only through the support of her community that she was able to keep taking the small steps of resilience and faith needed to get through the days. She also taught her children to be resilient by showing them her own grief and enrolling them in support groups. Kim now hopes to spread her understanding that in times of tragedy, it is important to be witnessed and that even small gestures of love can make a difference.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. How to be resilient in times of grief and loss
2. The reality of grief beyond the three-month mark
3. The importance of support networks in times of grief and trauma.
Kim Resources:
https://www.100actsoflove.com/whatnottosay
Kim Hamer's Contact info:
Website https://www.100actsoflove.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/100ActsofLove/?ref=pages_you_manage
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimthamer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/100actsoflove/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #51 DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) with C-Suite Executive, Speaker, & Author Victoria Pelletier
In this episode Victoria shares with us:
- We are more than our job title and the company we work for.
- Why do some people get triggered by the word “privilege”.
- What are the biggest mistakes that companies make in implementing diversity in the workplace and much more?
🗣 Victoria is a 20+ year Corporate Executive and Board Director – she is currently a Managing Director at Accenture. Nicknamed the “Turn Around Queen” by former colleagues and employers, Victoria inspires and empowers her team and clients to change mindsets and drive growth in business, leadership, and culture.
🗣As someone who does not subscribe to the status quo, she is always ready for new challenges becoming one of the youngest Chief Operating Officers at the age of 24, a president by 35, and a CEO by age 41.
🗣Victoria was recognized as a Top 50 Business Leader in Technology by Insight Magazine in 2021 and a Mentor of the Year by Women in Communications & Technology in 2020. HSBC bank awarded her the Diversity & Inclusion in Innovation award in 2019 and she was IBM’s #1 Global Social Seller ranked by LinkedIn in 2019and 2020 (and soon you will see her named to top Business Leaders in Technology by CIOLook Magazine)
🗣As a prolific motivational and inspirational speaker, Victoria has delivered keynotes discussing the importance of personal branding and its impact on professional growth; being an empathetic leader in empowering employees; the power of DEI on corporate cultures, and building a life of resilience.
Contact info:
Social Platforms
Website: https://victoria-pelletier.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriapelletier/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PelletierV29
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoria_pelletier_unstoppable/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Victoria.Pelletier.Speaker
Medium: https://medium.com/@victoriapelletier
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VictoriaPelletierNoExcuses
YouTube Speaker Reel: https://youtu.be/na8LwVeWsmE
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #50 Growing the Grief with the CEO of the Event Room LaShana Douville
In this episode LaShana shares with us:
- Survivor's Remorse
- Understanding the difference between love and co-dependency
- How it feels to be labeled as “the angry black woman.”
🗣️ Lashana Douville is a Native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and is a local military Gold Star spouse.
🗣️ She has a background in social work and Criminal Justice; however, she has always had a creative passion for hosting and coordinating events such as weddings, showers, and parties for her close friends and relatives.
🗣️ After losing her husband of 14 years in 2011 to the war in Afghanistan, she decided to beat the odds and turn tragedy into triumph. LaShana and her children have been featured on the Steve Harvey Talk Show in 2015, where she was nominated Mom of the Year.
🗣️ It was there that she spoke about the loss and how it changed their world. LaShana stepped out on Faith, followed her heart, and became the sole owner and operator of The Event Room which has allowed her to pour into several families during some of the most rewarding times in their lives.
🗣️ LaShana is truly inspired by her Louisiana upbringing and the culture and diversity of her hometown. LaShana has a passion for hospitality and service and building relationships with her customers keeps her going.
🗣️ Lashana is a member of several community organizations, and she has a passion to recognize those who may not always have the opportunity to be showcased on other platforms.
🗣️ When she is not planning fabulous events, you can find her spending time with her family, shopping, catching up with a good book or movie or relaxing on the beach, while keeping a committed daily walk in her faith
Contact info:
Website: The Event Room
LinkedIn: LaShana Douville
Facebook: The Event Room
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #49 Don’t Eat the Scraps with Author, Speaker, Business & Relationship Coach Jules Price.
In this episode Jules shares with us:
- ✅ The difference between opera & theatre.
- ✅ How she got the lead role in The Sound of Music on the Broadway National Tour at the age of 23.
- ✅ How to be thoughtful in an easy and less expensive way.
- ✅ When people laugh, they learn and they remember & more.
🗣️Jules is a professional singer, having performed for 15 years nationally and internationally in musical theatre.
🗣️ She's toured all over the world, in all kinds of roles including "Maria" on the National Tour of The Sound of Music, throughout the U.S., Canada, and Korea, and then understudying Marie Osmond in the role throughout Singapore, Bangkok, and Hong Kong.
🗣️ Although she relocated to Sarasota, FL with her husband Jeremy, she still travels with the New York City Ballet as a principal singer in their West Side Story Suites, as well as continuing to record new musicals with various NYC composers.
🗣️ After receiving a birthday card in the mail along with a Starbucks gift card from someone that she'd never met, she was exposed to a business tool utilizing greeting cards and gifts and was blown away!
🗣️ She had always spent a lot of time and energy thinking about how to be a good communicator and friend, and she saw the value of this instantly as a powerful business communication tool, a personal relationship-building system, and an income opportunity all in one.
🗣️ In a short amount of time, she grew her business to include a large network of business owners and individuals, is one of the top income earners in the company, and is passionate about helping others achieve their desired results as well.
🗣️ Jules is now a keynote speaker and trainer to help other people succeed, as well as the author of the best-selling book Secrets from the SOC Drawer.
🗣️ Now, her newest book "Don't Eat the Scraps"is now available on Amazon in paperback and Ebook format.
🗣️ Though in a totally different vein, it addresses the complex world of dating and relationships, and will hopefully touch the masses in a powerful way by exploring a true pattern of human behavior called the "Scraps Theory" that has not yet been identified.
🗣️ In a light-hearted, provocative, and hilarious way, Jules lays out all the things that women need to know and step-by-step navigate the first months of any current relationship, armed with some of the soundest advice they’ll ever receive to overcome future hurdles (and scraps!).
Jules Contact info:
Website: https://www.julesprice.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pricejules/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julesprice/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #48 Paying the Price for Standing on Your Principles Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Thought Leader, & Veteran Jon M.Singletary Sr.
Jon shares with us:
- Standing on your principles and paying the price.
- When you put people first, you have to be willing to face repercussions.
- When standing on your principles, be willing to pay the price.
- African American get more NJP than their white counterparts in the military and much more.
He’s a retired Air Force veteran with 23 years of service as the Senior Enlisted Leader of Air Force / Air National Guard Recruiting and Retention worldwide.
He holds multiple Department of Defense records and is a decorated architect of one of the most successful recruiting programs in history.
His legacy of thoughtful and strategic leadership has left an indelible impression.
In addition to Jon’s servanthood, he has written and published two books; The Journey: From Fear to Abundant Faith in 2017, and his most recent,
Powered by Purpose (now available for purchase).
He’s also the host of The Help Myself Podcast, an inspiring broadcast centered on empowering conversations about personal and professional
development, resiliency, and success.
As a thought leader, mindset, accountability, development coach, and a dynamic organizational and leadership culture consultant, Jon expands his impact as a sought-after keynote speaker who has shared with groups and audiences all over the country.
When he’s not inspiring and helping people step into their purpose, he’s advocating for and pouring love into his pride and joy, his son Jon M. Singletary Jr. aka LJ. LJ is an amazing autism hero who inspires Jon and all who meet him, to live their best life.
Contact info:
703 214 9383
www.TheHelpMyselfPodcast.com
info@TheHelpMyselfPodcast.com
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #47 The Ethical Business Hack with content creator & financial expert LaJuan Hughes
LaJuan shares with us:
- What is the best way to get business credit?
- How to leverage what you already have to pay on your credit card.
- How to use online platforms to get your 20k.
An entrepreneur and content creator who teaches aspiring and current business owners how to "ethically hack" the big banks leveraging their credit to grow and scale their businesses.
He is the owner of the Omi Growth Strategy.
He has been featured in major publications such as Digital Journal & Market Watch.
Contact Info:
Podcast: https://educate.leveragemycred.com/optin-pod
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFpWT6Uk39NeSuylslV3ORw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lajuan-hughes-5b8541229/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen to another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #46 The Black Experience in America with author, writer & Linkedin Top Voice Elizabeth Leiba.
Elizabeth Leiba shares with us:
- Being a black woman in predominately white spaces in corporate America.
- Why do people tend to villainize black folk?
- The immigrant experience is very different than the black American experience and much more
✅ Elizabeth Leiba is a writer, college professor, and advocate for Black businesswomen. She has over 100,000 followers on LinkedIn who range in age, race, background, and location, and are primarily located in the US, Canada, and the UK.
✅ Her passion for Black history changed her life and catapulted her into a fulfilling line of work as a powerful advocate of social justice and equity for Black women, especially Black businesswomen. Elizabeth strives to create resources that support, empower, and amplify Black businesswomen and their businesses.
✅ She was featured in the 2020 New York Times article, “Black LinkedIn Is Thriving. Does LinkedIn Have a Problem With That?,” which highlighted her social justice advocacy work. The response to this article spurred her to launch her online, accessible e-learning platform, Black History & Culture Academy, the stunning educational resource which earned her the recognition of a LinkedIn TOP VOICE in Education in 2020.
✅ She is also the host of Black Power Moves, a podcast on EBONY Media Covering Black America Podcast Network. Her most recent writing includes an Op-Ed piece on racial profiling for CNN, which had more than 2 million views on their news website.
✅ In early 2022, Elizabeth launched her website directory, Black Women Handle Business, which is the premier website for Black women entrepreneurs and professionals to network, collaborate and share resources.
✅ In December 12, 2022- Debut author Elizabeth Leiba penned a thought-provoking guidebook for black women to navigate in the workplace. I’m Not Yelling: A Black Woman’s Guide to Navigating the Workplace is part strategy for savvy black businesswomen navigating a predominantly white corporate America and part vessel empowering black women to find their voices in toxic work environments and be successful businesswomen.
Contact info:
Website: https://lizleiba.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethleiba/
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Go grab your Bluetooth headset or headphones and listen another powerful Troy Talks Podcast interview episode #45 Thinking Outside the Box with my fellow JMT colleage and Coach, Speaker, & Trainer LaQuita Monely.
LaQuita shares with us a few things:
- Linear thinking does not benefit anybody
- 8 tools to develop a growth mindset
- The importance of knowing who you are and much more
La'Quita Monley is An Independent Certified Coach, Teacher, Trainer, and Speaker with The John Maxwell Team.
By using transformation initiatives as empowerment tools, LaQuita Monley passionately equips individuals, organizations, and ministries to unlock their full potential and live out their mission in the most authentic way.
This serial entrepreneur, international speaker, and minister believes the foundation of personal development and business growth rests in possessing the right mindset.
As a sought-out keynote speaker in the United States and abroad and a Transformational coach, LaQuita challenges others to transform their thinking to revolutionize their spheres of influence.
Leaders and entrepreneurs alike tune into her live broadcast, La’Quita’s Toolbox Live as well as her podcast La’Quita’s Toolbox, for inspiration and implementable action steps to realize their full potential.
Her life’s work is proof that LaQuita Monley is impassioned by motivating others to become the best versions of themselves.
Contact info:
Website: https://www.laquitamonley.com/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/laquitamonley
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🎧 Grab your headphones and/or your Bluetooth headset and listen to this podcast interview episode 44 with P.A. Author, Speaker, & Podcast Host Rashadah Jordan.
🎙️Rashadah shares with us her story of resilience turned into success:
- Mental, Physical, & Sexual Abuse
- Forgiveness
- Overcoming Struggle & much more
🥼Rashadah Jordan is a physician assistant practicing in psychiatry in Frisco, Texas.
✅ She obtained her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Francis Marion university as a student in the preliminary cohort.
✅ Prior to obtaining her master, Rashadah obtained her bachelor’s at Coastal Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in health promotion.
✅ Rashadah also has the pleasure of serving as an NCCPA Ambassador for the year 2019-2021. Which stands for the national committee on certification of physician assistants.
✅ Aside from her academic background, Rashadah is also a first-time self-publish, author of Unfold My Ashes available on Amazon.
✅ She is also an entrepreneur with her mentor program, Dreams Inspire Life.
✅ Rashadah is currently a mentor to overall 16 persons alongside Afnan, who is a physician assistant practicing urgent care and psychiatry as well.
✅ Rashadah also uses her spare time recording YouTube videos to inspire others interested in the profession of physician assistant studies and helping her mentees apply to find their PA schools of choice and apply to them.
✅ She is also the host of God, Coffee, and Resilience Podcast.
Her philosophy is “ The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.”
Contact info:
Website: https://www.theresilientpa.com/
Podcast: https://www.theresilientpa.com/podcast
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Go grab your headphones, your airpods and/or your Bluetooth headset and listen to my podcast interview Josh Tapp as we discuss Podcasting Principles, Procedures, & Planning.
Josh shares some insights about podcasting
- 90% of podcasters quit after the 5th episode (find out why in this episode)
- The purpose of a podcast is to create sales opportunties, create networking & partnership opportunites, & to culitvate your audience.
- Ask podcast guests for referral guests
- Josh is on a mission to find 1,000 of the world's best humans to help them elevate and amplify their voices with game-changing thought leadership content.
- Josh Hosts of the Apple Itunes Top 50 Marketing and Entrepreneurship Podcast, The Lucky Titan, Josh has worked with over 1500 of the world’s top entrepreneurs discovering their most coveted business success secrets and sharing them with the world.
- His company, Podcast Multipliers, has helped over 750 entrepreneurs (and counting) to launch, monetize, and scale their own industry-leading podcasts.
Leveraging the Pantheon Method (Josh's proprietary method for scaling industry-leading podcasts) he founded multiple 7 figure businesses and has spoken in front of nearly 500,000 entrepreneurs worldwide.
Josh's contact info:
Website: https://podcastmultipliers.com/get-started
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theluckytitan/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theluckytitan
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theluckytitan/
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Check out my latest episode with my friend and little brother LeRon Barton. LeRon shares with us great tips and insights on Overcoming Through Your Personal Story. He shares with us these tips:
- It's one thing to memorize a speech but it is another thing to be able to deliver it.
- The story reaches more people than the data.
- It's easier to score when you start off from 2nd or 3rd base and so much more.
LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri currently living in San Diego, CA. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look intoAmerican Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.
In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration,
politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, Harvard Business Review, The Good Men Project, Your Tango, Media Diversity, Raconteur, Elephant Journal, Slate, andMoAD.
LeRon is an international speaker who has given multiple talks and appeared on TEDx, Al Jazeera, the University of San Francisco, Navis, Speakers Who Dare, University of Massachusetts-Amhurst, Nas Dubai, Glide Memorial Church, HCA, The City of Cupertino, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, Square, Lockton, United Way of Los Angeles, and Defy Ventures.
In his spare time, LeRon enjoys mentoring African-American youth and backpacking around the world.
Contact Info:
www.leronbarton.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1/
Facebook.com/LeRonLBarton
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This was another great and powerful podcast interview with Prithivi aka The Marketing Nomad or Prith. She is a powerful online marketer from India but shared with us a few insights and information.
- The limbo phase can cause us anxiety and anger.
- Losing her visa status inspired her to expand her mind and business from physical to online.
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Sell without Selling and/or Talk about your business without talking about your business.
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Prithvi Madhukar aka The Marketing Nomad has been a digital entrepreneur and business owner for the past two years.
- She is also a podcaster (Top 100 in Marketing for India), a YouTube vlogger, an Etsy shop owner, a content creator, and a nano-influencer.
- Prithvi is a Marketing Strategy Consultant and the CEO of her own Marketing Consultancy firm, The Marketing Nomad LLC. She has successfully worked with 60+ clients from 8 different countries in the past year of her entrepreneurship journey.
- She started from scratch and built an online business that knows no borders and allows her to be a digital nomad.
- She also enjoys Bollywood dancing in her free time.
Please check out this episode, also listen, subscribe, and give us a review. Thank you
Prithvi Madhukar Contact info:
website: https://www.themarketingnomad.co/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/themarketingnomad/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prithvimadhukar/
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Grab your headphones or your Bluetooth and check out this awesome interview with April HIght and Jessie Howell on the Foster Parenting Process. This interview was alarming, educational, & fascinating. April & Jessie shared with us:
- Being aligned with your purpose
- Aligned with your gifts and talents
- Impostor syndrome comes from comparison and judgment and much more
🎧 April Hight works with FamiliesFirst Network as a Foster Home Recruiter - raising awareness of the need for foster homes in our community.
She was a foster parent for 10 years and adopted 3 children during that time. Her heart is to see her community standing in the gap for vulnerable children and families in her area.
🎧 Jessie Howell For approximately 10 years Jessie Howell has served her community as a foster parent, fostering over 150 children.
She has fostered 7 years in the Pensacola area and 3 years in Georgia. Jessie has also adopted 5 children.
Since fostering, she has helped over 30 children be reunified with their biological families.
She strives to have an open relationship with many of the childbirth families’ that she fosters. She has had the opportunity to mentor and encourage other people looking to foster and adopt.
Jessie currently helps to train NTDC for prospective foster and adoptive parents in Circuit 1. She has also taught the QPi curriculum. Jessie has recently started teaching parenting classes for court-ordered families. The goal of this curriculum is to help teach parents how to live in healthy communities.
In 2020, Jessie started a food drive to provide meals to foster parents who were under extreme stress from losing all support due to Covid.
She served monthly meals to an average of 100 foster families in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Walton, and Okaloosa, since then.
This food drive consisted of a partnership with 12 different restaurants,12 churches, and 6 other organizations. Jessie continues to run Feed Fosters NWF supporting both foster families and local restaurants.
Website:
April Hight www.facebook.com/FamiliesFirstNetwork
Jessie Howell www.feedfosters.org
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Check out my latest podcast interview How to Comeback After a Setback with Melissa Hall of the Hall Insurance Group.
Melissa Hall is an author, entrepreneur, life insurance agent, & podcast host. She is the founder and the owner of the Hall Insurance Group.
She shares with us her story and teaches us:
- How to Comeback after a Setback
- You will have to make a choice to sacrifice sleep, money, or social life while building a business.
- The changes that are good in the life insurance industry are technology and much more.
Her story in the insurance industry began when she was a sophomore in college working at a local cable company.
During that time her mother brought it to her attention that she needed to invest in a life insurance policy to pay off her student loans in case the unthinkable should happen.
Also at the same time, her grandmother had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and suddenly insurance became a hot topic within their family.
Coincidentally, she was offered an agent position at a national insurance company (whom she still partners with today) that could cover her grandmother, she instantly accepted the opportunity and immediately quit her job.
That allowed her to embark on a successful career initially helping only the senior population.
Contact info: https://coveredbymel.com/
Website: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHallInsuranceGroup/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehallinsurancegroup/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvgjEhgwJIfXOhPRUMlEVTw
120 Preston Executive Dr. STE 201
Cary, NC 27513
Contact
Phone: (919) 944-4515
Email: Hello@Coveredbymel.com
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Join me for another powerful interview with Beate Chelette on the Troy Talks Podcast Show.
She gives us some jewels and nuggets.
Please listen, download, subscribe, and give us a review.
Some of her jewels and nuggets are:
I will not drown in a puddle but in the ocean.
The way we can see a crisis as an opportunity is only when we have the spirit of gratitude.
The original way the system's been set up is based on the old man's is all about winning and power.
In a crisis, we need more female-centric leadership attributes such as empathy, compassion, collaboration & community.
Beate Chelette is the Growth Architect and Founder of The Women’s Code and provides visionaries and leaders with proven strategies, blueprints, and growth maps that provide clear steps to improve business systems and strengthen leadership skills and teams so that our clients and audiences can maximize profits and scale their impact.
Beate Chelette is known as a straight shooter and her ability to inspire, empower and overcome adversity. Her super skill is working with unique personalities and big thinkers and building executable systems.
A first-generation immigrant who found herself $135,000 in debt as a single parent Beate bootstrapped her passion for photography into a global business that licensed content into 79 countries. She exited in a multimillion-dollar deal when she sold the company to Bill Gates.
She is the Podcast host of The Business Growth Architect Show and is listed among the “Top 100 Global Thought Leaders” by PeopleHum and “One of 50 Must-Follow Women Entrepreneurs” by HuffPost.
Contact info:
Website
BeateChelette.com
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/GrowthArchitect,
Instagram: https://instagram.com/beatechelette,
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrowthArchitecture/,
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatechelette/, top10 LInkedIn Group for Entrepreneurs:
CreativesWhoShare.com
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Please check out our latest interview with Alex Sanfilippo on the Ins & Outs of podcasting.
Alex shares with us on podcasting:
- Hosting a podcast requires a lot of work
- Figure out your style & personality of podcasting and operate in that area
- Use podcasts to effectively grow your brand and much more.
Alex Sanfilippo is the host of the top-rated podcast called Podcasting Made Simple.
He is also the founder of PodPros.com, a software company focused specifically on the podcasting industry.
Alex and his team have created popular services like PodMatch, a service that matches podcast guests and hosts together for interviews, and PodcastSOP, a project management tool that helps podcasters keep up with their episode releases.
How to contact and connect with Alex:
Website:
https://podpros.com/
Social Media:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJSanfi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexsanfilippo/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajsanfilippo/
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Check out this awesome interview with Aleya Harris on Making Money Doing What You Love. This interview was educational, encouraging, & entertaining. Aleya Harris shared with us:
- Being aligned with your purpose
- Aligned with your gifts and talents
- Impostor syndrome comes from comparison and judgment and much more
Aleya Harris believes that all business owners should make good money doing what they love. Unfortunately, many are great at using their skills to uplift clients with their craft but struggle with financial and emotional hurdles that hold them back from reaching their potential.
As an award-winning marketer with over a decade of experience, Aleya and her team at Flourish Marketing develop highly-converting email, social media, and website copy, empowering education and BioEnergetic Business Coaching solutions, and profit-driving marketing strategies to help passionate empire-builders turn their talent into treasure.
Being Type A and an Enneagram 3, Aleya understands that burnout lurks right around the corner for most go-getters. Creating balance in business and life is critical to enjoying your journey to success. Aleya looks at problems from a holistic perspective and combines her NES Health Practitioner and StoryBrand Guide Certifications to work simultaneously on improving the wellness of her clients’ mindset, energy fields, and business strategy. Always with a keen eye on ROI, Aleya helps clients fast-track their growth through intuition, data-based systems, and business savvy.
A strategist and educator, Aleya spreads actionable “ah-ha” moments as a professional speaker and podcast guest to help audiences leave an enduring, positive legacy.
Most service-based business owners don't know how to make money doing what they love.
At Flourish Marketing, we solve that problem with strategic Marketing and coaching that will take you from being the best-kept secret to a sought-after valuable resource.
We help you turn your talent into treasure.
Website: https://www.flourishmarketing.co/
Social Media
IG https://www.instagram.com/aleyaharris/
IG https://www.instagram.com/flourishmarketing.co/
IG https://www.instagram.com/thesocialmediapantry/
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Eric M. Twiggs is a founding partner and president of The What Now Movement. His mission is to build high-performing entrepreneurs, authors, and career professionals, who are prepared for life’s unexpected curve balls.
He answers the questions in the interview on what is pivoting? How to pivot. Why do you have to pivot? Who is responsible and who is to blame?
He is the author of The Discipline of Now: 12 Practical Principles to Overcome Procrastination. The Discipline of Now has been recognized as a Global Top Ten Finalist for the 2020 Author Elite Awards in the category of Best Self-Help Book. This recognition was based on the combination of the following criteria: cover design, content, popularity, and social contribution.
Eric is also the host of a weekly inspirational podcast titled "The 30 Minute Hour."
As a Certified Life & Business Coach, Eric has conducted over 28,000 coaching sessions, helping executive leaders and entrepreneurs who have moved from feeling frustrated to finding fulfillment.
He has also led organizations of 500 or more people in corporate America and shared his message with corporations, associations, and congregations across the country.
By reading The Discipline of Now, you will receive a proven blueprint to beat procrastination, so that you make more money, get more done, and feel more confident.
Check out his upcoming free event www.whatnowmovement.com on Saturday, July 16, 2022, 9am to 12pm eastern.
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Diana Damyanova a Growth & Performance coach with Diana D Coaching shares with us insight on self-discovery for us to grow and change through our personal experiences. She helps unfulfilled overachievers to find a healthier, happier way to live and develop in their careers. She is a former quant, turned strategy and management consultant with experience in a variety of industries, most recently financial services. After 10 years in corporate, she left that world to pursue a career that was truly aligned with her vision.
Diana's contact info https://dianadcoaching.com
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Thank you for listening to another powerful interview with my special guest Jacqueline Wales. Jacqueline in this interview discussed the emotion of fear. She shares with us that fear breeds a lack of confidence and self-esteem, also it breeds self-doubt. She also told us that fear causes us to play small and the biggest myth of fear is that it is imagination-based. Please listen to the interview, share, and give us a review.
Jacqueline Wales is an author, coach, & motivational speaker. She is also the founder of the Fearless Factor @Work organization.
Jacqueline Wales Contact info: 646-241-7115 | info@thefearlessfactoratwork.com | linkedin.com/in/jacquelinewales
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Check out this interview with Steve Wilmer. Steve shares with us some coaching, training, and motivation. Check out this powerful and insightful interview.
🗣 Season 3 of Troy Talks Podcast with my good friend Steve Wilmer.
🗣 Steve is the founder & owner of Steve Speaks. He is the president of the Risk Advisor Institute.
🗣 Steve is also a motivational speaker, sales trainer, and author of 3 books. 10 to Win, Nobody Cares, Work Harder, & Super Charge your Multi-Line Agency.
🗣 Steve is a former marine, former law enforcement officer and is married to the lovely Erin Wilmer has 4 children Judah, Josiah, Joi, & Jayna, and resides in Pensacola, FL
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Please check out this podcast interview with Danielle Clayton of Upperclass Financial Solutions. Danielle is an entrepreneur, realtor, & small businesswoman in Jacksonville, FL. She has a passion for helping others. Check out this interview as we discuss her journey and story from the past to the present.
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Please listen to another great podcast interview with Cheryl Hanson of Cheryl Hanson Speaks. We discuss communicating compassion with others of difference, race, gender, religion, and, etc. She shared diversity is great and we all are one human family with just culture difference.s
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This interview with Ben Sampson Founder of WeHero was all about giving back to the community. WeHero gives companies the solutions to accomplish their social mission through powerful giving and volunteer programs to create a better culture, a better brand, and a greater social impact.
Their team works day in and day out to develop new programs and technologies that make giving and volunteering powerful and effortless for companies. Check out this podcast interview in which Ben shares with us his journey on making an impact by giving back.
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Listen to this interview on the journey of my friend Cliff Long of Orlando Regional Realtors Associations, who went from being a company employee to CEO. We discussed on the following topics about failure & success, ups & downs, & the ins and outs of life, work, & family.
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This was a very powerful interview with Dr. Eurydice Stanley. She is an award-winning author, international motivational speaker, John Maxwell Leadership coach & trainer, a historian, entrepreneur, veteran, and mother. We discuss the current events, the racial climate pass & present. Check out this informative & insightful interview.
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This week on the podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to interview the inspiring Dr. Carl Barnes.
David has been licensed as a life insurance agent since 2011 and is now the owner of the Final Expense Agent Mentor, where he has recruited and trained over 500 agents in the final expense business since 2012.
He also has a successful youtube channel + podcast, which I listen to ALL the time!
On this episode, Dr. Barnes and I discuss:
- His story and journey from going to enlisted to officer
- What has been some of his greatest challenges
- Who has been some of his greatest mentors
I had a fantastic time speaking with Dr. Barnes, I definitely learned a lot and you will too!
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This podcast is an interview with Kevin Touch. Kevin is the host of an award-winning podcast called. United Promotion Podcast. We discover & discuss KT's successes and failures in life and business. He also discusses a pair of sneakers he designed. Check out this amazing interview with KT.
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This particular episode discussion is about life insurance and the difference between traditional and the new life insurance with Living Benefits.
Living Benefits are additional riders on a life insurance policy they may include but not limited to:
Terminal Illness Chronic Illness Critical Illness Critical Injury
Do you have the traditional or the living benefits form of life insurance?
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Many view pleasure as a blessing and pain as a curse. This is all a matter of perspective. But if we keep an attitude of gratitude during times of pain, we will realize that pain is simply a gift to warn & alert us there is potential danger & harm occurring or about to occur.
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What If?
Life is full of ups & downs. Many times we do not take risks because we fear failure. We start questioning our selves with ‘what if’s”
✅ 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕚𝕗? I fail.
✅ 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕚𝕗? I don’t’ succeed.
✅ 𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕚𝕗? I come up short.
“When we tell ourselves that failure is nothing to be afraid of, we open up a Pandora's box of possibilities. Imagine runner running in a hurdle race. If he gave up after falling off the first hurdle, will he ever become a great athlete?”
Will 𝕎𝕚𝕝𝕝 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕘𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕤𝕖𝕝𝕗 𝕡𝕖𝕣𝕞𝕚𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕠𝕟 𝕥𝕠 𝕗𝕒𝕚𝕝 𝕤𝕠 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕔𝕒𝕟 𝕖𝕩𝕔𝕖𝕝?
𝕎𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕚𝕗 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕕𝕠 𝕡𝕒𝕤𝕤, 𝕤𝕦𝕔𝕔𝕖𝕖𝕕, & 𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕣 𝕒𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕧𝕖 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕘𝕠𝕒𝕝?
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Failure affects everyone. No one is exempt. Everyone will enroll in its class. It is one of the greatest tools and resources for learning. I am discussing 3 fortunes you can find in failure.
3 Fortunes in Failure
✅ 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐑- Our character is built through failure. Failure allows up to experience humility so we will not get lifted up in pride. It also causes us to experience gratitude because of the lessons learned.
✅ 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍- Failure helps up to experience growth. It is one of the greatest tools and sources of learning. It teaches us what works and what does not work.
✅ 𝐂𝐈𝐑𝐂𝐔𝐌𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍- Failure helps us to circumvent or detour things or areas that could destroy us. Imagine going on a trip and you had to be at a certain place at a certain time while going you have a flat. The flat was a detour or circumvention to prevent you from having an accident in the thunderstorm which was later down the road.
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✅ There is an old saying of wisdom “can you draw more bees with honey than vinegar” meaning that you can accomplish & gain more with something sweet & positive rather than sour & negative.
✅ A person can inspire, impact & influence someone more with soft words (honey) rather than harsh words (vinegar).
✅ Let’s put this is a sales perspective the bees are your potential prospects. You can either approach them with honey or vinegar. What’s the difference?
Vinegar vs. Honey
𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲
𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀
Instead of offering people vinegar in their inbox as soon as you are connected, why don’t you offering them some honey such as ᴀᴘᴘʀᴇᴄɪᴀᴛɪᴏɴ, ᴄᴇʟᴇʙʀᴀᴛɪᴏɴ, & ᴄᴏɴꜱᴏʟᴀᴛɪᴏɴ?
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- In this episode, I cover the subject of disappointment.
- How disappointment affects all of us.
- How defeat is a spirit, attitude and midset
- And much more.
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This powerful episode is on showing why questions are more powerful than statements.
- INSIGHT
- INTERCHANGE
- INQUISITIVE
- INFORMATION
- INDECISION
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Kindness is the act of being kind. Being kind has a positive mental effect on our health. Seven positive effects of kindness.
- Pain
- Pressure
- Panic
- Plasma
- Pleasure
- Pride
- Partnerships
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This topic was about Brian Tracy's 6 Keys or 6 A's to persuading others.
- Acceptance
- Appreciation
- Admiration
- Approval
- Attention
- Agreement
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Leadership is all about influence nothing more and nothing else. It is done by precept and example. This episode discusses the five levels of
- Position
- Permission
- Production
- People Development
- Pinnacle
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This episode will give our audience 5 key principles to connecting with people.
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5 Reasons or tips that all business owners, salespeople & entrepreneurs should send holiday cards.
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Various simple but no-cost ways to support a person's business on social media.
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8 Tips to help a person build deeper relationships with others
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Which one is more import for a business making an INCOME OR making an IMPACT?
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What separates & makes you stand out from the competition?
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Almost everything we do, whether it is sales, politics or networking it's all about relationships. Relationships are formed when we connect with people on more than a superficial level. Connecting with people is both an art and science. Connecting with people is very simple but most do not take the time to connect and build the relationship.
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The is particular podcast it to show one of the most important tools in a salesperson toolbox is a "Thank You" Card
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This episode discusses why customer or clients leave a business, salesperson or provider and a few tips on how to prevent them from leaving.
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The episode centers around salespeople who offer solutions (pitch) prescribing with first diagnosing (asking questions) and building relationships
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We continue our topic with kindness with going into the side effects of those who perform acts of kindness.
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This podcast talks about performing small acts of kindness to make a big impact.
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