Vision Matters Podcast

Sometimes in life you have to stay the course. And other times you have to pivot for your success. On this episode of the Vision Matters Podcast, E talks to Eboni Zamani about the power of pivoting and always staying open on your path of success. We touch on the importance of staying open (6:32), prioritizing your time (9:32), not burning out (11:45), comparisons (13:54), knowing when to say no (16:43), and being grateful (21:09)

We all have struggles in life. But we cannot let those struggles define us. Johannes Atlas is an entrepreneur and speaker, but he also had a abnormality called Poland Syndrome that caused his hand to be unusually small and be deformed. This of course caused Johannes huge insecurities that he had to overcome in order to find success and live in his purpose. This episode touches on the soulwork and work within yourself that you need to be aware of in order to help you achieve your goals.

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This episode is all about success. Dom Brighton, who's a certified leadership expert with the John Maxwell Team and author of Going North: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself”, "Stay The Course: The Elite Performers 7 Secret Keys to Sustainable Success" and a contributing author for the bestselling book, “Crappy to Happy: Sacred Stories of Transformational Joy. 

We talk about tips and tricks he's used to create success in his life mentally, in relationships, in his work and etc. Success leaves clues and his tips give great ways to implement success in your own life. 

For this special Mother’s Day episode, I’m talking to my Mom. Yolanda Ward is an artist, former corporate executive, and most importantly my Mom. She’s the one that taught me manifestation, journaling, positivity, and everything this show is about. I have a very wisdom filled interview with my Mom as she tells me her perspective on success as she has aged.

If someone offered you $1M to invest in your business, would you take it? That’s exactly what Jabar CEO/Founder of Colors Worldwide and the R&B only live event had to deal with. He was offered this in exchange for equity in his company. What would you do? We talk about this and more on this episode of the Vision Matters Podcast.

• Humble beginning working with Nicki Minaj (7:49)
• Learning to cultivate relationships (18:51)
• Making a differentiating factor in your business (22:13)
• Using Digital Marketing to scale your business (26:44)
• Scaling your business (29:48)
• Turning down $1M in funding (35:36)
• Investing in private companies and how fans can buy equity in RnB Only (39:54)

We always hear the importance of a team. But in this episode, E is talking about how to work on a team. On this episode she touches on three points:

• Giving and receiving feedback
• Communicating
• The importance of having a process.

What if I told you that your career doesn’t define who you are.  You are much more than that.  That’s one of the things Krista Hayes had to learn on her career journey.  Krista Hayes is the executive producer of the Ed Lover Morning show and also Ed Lover’s podcast, C’mon Son.  She also has her own podcast where she is ⅓ hosts, called the Guilty Pleasures and Growing Pains Podcast.  With everything she has going on, you would think Krista has it all figured out.  But she’s still learning and figuring it out day by day just like you.  

On this episode we touch on:

How she landed her first big gig on the Michael Baisden show (4:01)

What she had to learn about herself to sustain success (14:30)

Balancing work and play (15:11)

How she figured out she was in her purpose (17:50)

What’s Your Creative Super Power? On this Episode, E discusses how to find your creative superpower.  She discusses:

💫 How to find your creative super power by creating (1:02)

💫Importance of paying attention to how you’re feeling when creating (1:12)

💫Finding your creative super power by asking those around you (2:51)

💫Quizzes you can take to help find your strengths (3:11)

What’s your story?  Everyone has a unique story and journey and believe it or not, being able to tell your authentic story is really the key to making what you’re doing a success. That’s why, E had to bring Sierra Mckie, the creator of the  Youtube series, MyCrynicles, on the show to discuss how she was able to do that so effortlessly with her series.

In this interview Sierra talks about:

💫 How she got started creating her YouTube show (1:33)

💫 How she keeps her writing authentic (7:10)

💫 How to make your content stand out on social media (12:02)

💫 Independence vs signing a deal (21:05)

💫 How being yourself is the key to everything (23:25)

You can find out more about Sierra:

IG/TW: @babyfaceMckie

Website: https://www.juvenilestudio.com/

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Do you know your creative superpower? Are you struggling to figure out what’s next in your career?  Well this episode is definitely for you.  On this episode, E, interviews Michell Clark and they talk about:

💫 How he transitioned from a military career to a creative career (3:00min)

💫 His journey to discovering himself and his creative super power (7:00min-13:00min)

💫 Sustaining through Covid (20:29)

💫 Lessons of 2020 (23:23)

💫 Battling Imposter Syndrome (26:32)

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TW/IG: @MichellCClark

Sometimes you need to pause and take a reset to be successful.  That’s exactly what had to happen for, host E to restart the podcast. On this episode, she discusses:

💫   Her Background (3:47)

💫  Why she took a break from the pod (9:10)

💫 The purpose of this podcast (9:55)

💫 What to expect from the podcast moving forward (12:56)

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On this episode of Vision Matters, we have Yusuf Muhammad also known as the Veteran Freshmen. He’s a master event curator, manager/marketing consultant, and all around renaissance man. He started off his career in videography/photography and by just working in the right rooms and figuring out how he can make himself valuable, Yusuf made a career for himself behind the scenes in the music industry.

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It’s a pandemic and now we’re facing the harsh realities of racism and police brutality. It’s a lot going on so I brought the host  from the Agape Files Podcast, Ayannah, and we discuss it all. From the pandemic, grieving the recent black lives lost, dealing with protests, talking about spiritual gifts and more.

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Imagine that you’re out living your dream and suddenly you have to go back to your hometown and take care of your grandmother and mother because they have been diagnosed with dementia. That’s what happened to this episode's guest, Jacquelyn  Joyce Revere (@jacquelynjoyce).  But she didn’t let her hardships stop her from continuing her dream of writing and producing.  Listen to her journey.

Do you struggle with insecurity and self-doubt? If you’re a creative, I know we all do.  On this episode, E talks about how you can overcome self doubt and insecurity  about putting out your creative project and trying to accomplish your goals. She talks about how identity can play a part in your insecurity and self confidence, and ways to overcome that obstacle.

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Julian Stephen is a multi-faceted creative that created his own web series called Appropriate Culture.  In this episode he talks about what inspired him to create his own sitcom, the importance of knowing your intention when creating, how he stays creative and more! Julian is all about staying aligned with the divine and having that help him a long his creative journey.

It’s one thing to have a vision. But if your vision is not co-created by God, then you will never feel fulfilled. You have got to let God co-create your vision with you for true fulfillment or life is going to feel like you’re on a treadmill, running fast, but going nowhere.

E explains her journey in letting God co-create with her on this episode.

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Marcus Gram went viral after tweeting he made 10k off of vending machines.  Who would’ve thought vending machines would be such a lucrative business?

Marcus invested in the vending machine business by taking a leap of faith and trying something new out.  Marcus figured, he has already been poor so trying something could either keep him poor or help him acquire wealth. Listen to Marcus’s story and his tips and strategies for success.

Social Media: IG: @IamBrother_gram, TW:@brothergram

Learn to create with intention on this episode. E will go through how intention directs your creative vision and how to create your intention statement.

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We have Justin Richburg talking his experience working with Childish Gambino, Google, and going viral with his art. Justin made a vow to himself that if he could make it a whole year off of his artwork then he could make a living at it.  And it’s been two years and he hasn’t looked back since.

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In this episode, E gives tips on how being still and getting back in touch with your spirit can help you execute and clearly see your vision and accomplish your goals. Since we’re all in quarantine there’s pressure to be overly productive. But this may not be the season for that for yoy

Point 1: Kill your expectations (2:55)-Learn how having expectations ruins hearing from God and getting inspiration for what you want to create.

Point 2: Ask and receive in prayer (5:20)-Learn some tips on how to pray effectively with the acronym P.  R.  A.  Y. (praise, repent, ask, yield).

Point 3: Listen (7:22)-When we pray, we talk.  But when we meditate, it’s God talking to us.  Get tips on meditating that’ll help you see your vision.

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You can’t let what’s happening in the moment deter you from your dreams and goals. In this episode of Vision Matters Podcast, Cornell Jones (@cornelljones), a former correspondent and content producer for ESPN, and current content producer for the Charlotte Hornets digital media team,  explains how even though he has had obstacles to his dreams.   He has not let them deter him from his goals.

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So we’re all in the house. Listen to this episode to get some inspiration and tips on how to use this time to create through the chaos of corona.  Remember, everything is working for our good.

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If you're struggling with how to incorporate your faith with your creativity, this episode is for you! Shivawn Mitchell is an author, filmmaker, and founder of the creative outsiders, a platform for filmmakers to get the opportunity to tell their stories and she also coaches christian creatives in media and entertainment.  This episode she discusses her journey into media/entertainment as well as how listening and developing her relationship with God helped her with her purpose as well as her creative vision.

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Procrastination is something that is hard to conquer. We like to excuse it by saying, we just like working under pressure or saying that’s how we can get our best work done. But did you know procrastination was a form of fear? You really have fear surrounding  whatever it is you're trying to get done.  On this episode, E gives you practical steps and inspiration to get over that hump of procrastination.

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If you’re having trouble staying consistent this is for you! On this episode listen as E gives tips and tricks on staying consistent and focused on your creative projects. .

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On this episode of Vision Matters, we talk about the importance of creatives defining their own voice and identity with Marquise Davon, host of This American Negro podcast and the Dear RDG podcast.  We also discuss some of our black creative inspirations and the complexities of being a black creative, sharing resources, and holding each other accountable with love.

On this episode of Vision Matters, CEO of Civilian Connections (@civilianconnections), Erica Scott, talks about her experience as an HR professional and how people with small businesses and startups can build an efficient team that drives the company forward.  She also talks about how she had to change her lifelong dream led to an even bigger purpose for her.

On this episode I give you three takeaways to help you create your very own vision statement.  I also give you my story of how I started off working in the music industry and then had to figure out what I wanted to do all over again after being laid off. 

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On this episode of Vision Matters, CEO of her own therapy firm Generate Abundance (@generate_abundance), life coach, purpose ignitor, and holistic healer, Tyrice McCoy (@ty_mack).  We talked about how her natural spiritual gifts led her to her vision and career of being a therapist. She also gives tips as to how people can figure out their vision and purpose in life.  She also has a podcast called  Hmm! Yum! Amen!

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This episode features Delilah Dee CEO of Delilah and Co. (now Shift), and Promotions Director for iHeart Radio's Philadelphia region. She discusses what inspired her to make her platforms based on inspiring people and how creating events for her community got the attention of iHeartRadio. 

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On this episode of Vision Matters, media personality, Jameer Pond, is on to talk about his journey to becoming a media personality. With so many legendary personalities to look up to, Jameer Pond navigated the NYC looking to make an impact as a personality. His journey to seeing his career come to fruition has not been easy and has caused him to tap into a lot of patience and persistence.  But throughout his ups and downs Jameer kept going and never gave up on his dreams.

On this episode of Vision Matters, Justine Haemmarli tells us about her journey from being a teacher to owning her own card company Girls Gone Happy.  Justine talks about how her journey involved finding ways for others to connect and finding ways to connect with herself.  Justine had the same internal struggles others had, like losing parents, raising children, and at the same time trying to still find herself within those things. And it's within trying to find herself within those things that she ended up seeing a need that inspired her to make the Girls Gone Happy Cards. 

Sincerely Jasmine is the guest on this episode. She's an entrepreneur, event curator, and all around dot connector.  Jasmine is all about business and providing a platform for other creatives and entrepreneurs to make meaningful connections.  Her journey involves evolving to the needs of the marketplace. It shows us that we don't have to settle and be or do one thing. 

On this episode, entrepreneur and podcaster Candace Spears gives her tips on finding and owning your value. Whether you work a 9 to 5, a part-time entrepreneur, or full-time entrepreneur, she gives you tips on really making sure you take your value anywhere you go. She also talks about how she balances motherhood, career, and being a wife. 

Value, value value. Have you thought about the value you provide. To be a great leader, one must first be a great servant. Podcaster, entrepreneur and all around Renaissance man Premium is this episodes guest. On this episode we talk about Premium Pete's road to success in providing value wherever he could and that being the catalyst to his success.

On this episode of Vision Matters, author Chantelle Adanna talks about the many internal battles that went into creating and putting out her first memoir, "My Soul Told on Me".  She talks talks about overcoming self doubt, colorism, grief, and more when it came to achieving her goals.