Against All Odds

Don't you just love laundry? Neither did LaShaunda but she used her loath of laundry to create Laundry Limo, a mobile laundry service that took off to become a 6-Figure business that now supplements her full-time income. Learn how she did it, and everything she's learned along the way! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

COVID has definitely impacted us all but there is opportunity in the chaos to make the times work for your business. Tammy Marshall decided to take a chance and open her own clinic with the help of her husband. Through hard work, sweat and tears, she was able to leaver her job full-time and her business is on track to hit 7-figures. Hear the steps she took, the doubts she had, and the pivotal moments that contributed to her success. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

How do you take a minute to rest in the world of entrepreneurship? Margaret Humphrey owner of Live Freely and Journal Freely tells what it's like after a year leaving her job to pursue her business full-time. She shares, the struggles, doubts, victories and lessons learned after a year on her own. Follow her start-up journey or purchase her journals on her website --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

What's it really like to start a business? You've seen Instagram. You've read the articles and blogs, the success stories and the fails but what's it really like to jump in? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Well this one's a little misleading. Motivation is a tricky thing. It isn't always there. Explore the idea of motivation with me. How does one get past mental blocks, stopping points, low points, and obstacles. Sometimes the best way to move forward is to stand in place and embrace the moment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Most of us struggle to stay tenacious and diligent when things don't go as planned. Listen in on the inspiring story of a Darmetreis Kilgore, former pro basketball athlete who rose to the top playing ball at the NBA level only to find himself homeless, divorced, and looking for purposeful work. This seemingly hopeless moment in life was the beginning of a fulfilling non-profit, Finding Me Academy Global . Learn about the ups, downs and resilience that Darmetreis developed to get to a place of peace, success, and impact in his community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Nailah Queen is a full-time government employee who turned her hair loss journey into a profit-producing hair growth product. But after seeing success, she branched out to create more hair and skin products for her company Regally Insane. Listen and get tips on how she markets her business, things she learned along the way and things she would do differently.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Being a entrepreneur of a single business is hard enough, but what about when you have multiple businesses? Felicia Fencil tells how she used systems and discipline to build her businesses over time. Creating one that runs itself with little assistance and another that creates income. Listen in to learn how she made it to multiprenuer status while somehow managing to find time to sleep! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Cold Press Juices make up an $8.1 million industry. When Angie Clewis figured out the health benefits of juicing, she decided to go into business for herself. That's how Renewed Fresh Juices was born. Learn how her startup has taken off, how she sells her refreshing fruity beverages at pop up shops and how she even sells in a yoga studio! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

The average DJ is going to be playing at a wedding and maybe the occasional birthday party. But there are other options for those who love to hear people dance and sing along to great music. With over 30 years of experience, DJ Lucky Calhoun has  been an official DJ for some of the biggest names in RnB. As the official DJ of the Grammy Award winning group 112, Lucky has toured all over the world. In this episode he details, the life of a touring DJ, how to get started and what separates your average DJ from your famous DJs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Do niche businesses really work? We asked Chris Ross, owner and founder of Eight Digit Media who started his company with a couple thousand dollars. He developed a guaranteed formula to help financial advisors get clients and now brings in 7-figures. In this episode, he tells how he did it, what he used to learn the ropes, and gives tips to show how you too can make money in digital marketing.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Non-profits are businesses too! Listen to Dominique's steps and tips to creating and running a non-profit like a successful business as she details how she grew Transform Us into a local staple in her community.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Learn how to start a career as a rap artist with Brock Jones formally known as ASAINT as he gives the spill on how he broke into the Christian Rap industry. He provides details on everything from writing music to social media and self promotion. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Life will give you lemons but that doesn't mean it's the end. Brandi Anderson gives inside details on her experience as the victim of assault. Years after being stabbed over 20+ times, Brandi tells her story of how she built her cosmetic line of bold red lipstick designed to bring beauty and empowerment to women. Listen in on the steps she took from her life-altering experience to the business she runs today as a makeup artist and owner of  Beauty Experience with Brandi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Behind every good business is a strong business network. Get  tips and tricks on what it takes to build the support your business needs from entrepreneur and owner of The Business Lounge, a coworking and event space for business owners. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Ever thought you could put your passion for clean eating to use for the good of others and your wallet? Learn how to do just that as you listen to the owner of Restore Wellness tell how she started her side hustle as a virtual nutritionist helping her clients learn healthy eating habits while building her side hustle. For more info on how she built her business or tips on foods that can help you stay healthy visit her website. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Did you know that people will pay you to talk!? Brandi Anderson tells how she is building her career as a public speaker outside of her 9 to 5. Listen to how she got started, get tips on managing time for social media, marketing, client-building and other things that come along with building your brand. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Whether you think business coaching might be the business for you or you want to gain some wisdom in terms of starting and maintaining your business, Leticia Francis tells it like it is, holding nothing back when it comes to business coaching. Listen to her story of breaking free from her 9 to 5 and even get resources, tips and one-on-one consultations at Blaque Rose Coaching --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Learn how you can train dogs in-person and virtually to replace your income or make money on the side. You can leave that "great" job and work full-time doing what you truly love. Dog training expert and owner of Down 4 Paws, Pam Brown left Harvard to follow her passion and became a professional dog trainer shows how you can do the same. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Building a business impacts more than just you and your world. Listen in to see how you can build a business bigger than you to positively affect your customers, yourself and the world around you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

So you've got a food that everyone loves. People are even willing to pay for it! Now what!? How do you get your culinary creations into the hand (and mouths) of cash carrying customers? Michael Crafter of WingCrafters shares the secrets of his gourmet wings delivery business, covering everything from startup costs and LLCs to packaging and distribution. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Running a business isn't always sunshine and rainbows. It can be a stressful, exhausting, depressing, overwhelming and isolating journey. In this episode, listen to the lessons I learned while running a 5K about the mental toughness it takes to make your business happen day after day. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

You don't need a publisher to start printing and selling your book. Author Toya Thomas tells how you can use print-on-demand services like to quickly get your book onto Amazon, Barnes & Noble and into readers' hands. Check out copies of her latest book If You Ever Ate a Rainbow by visiting Sunray Publishing LLC's website. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Learn what it takes to have the mentality of a true entrepreneur as Chef Eboni Dionne details how she built her vegan friendly restaurant business Rebirth of Food. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Whether you're looking to earn cash on the side or a full-time income, selling candles online could be the answer. Listen as the owner of Positive Space Candles tells how she was able to quit her job with her candle-making business.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Want to know how to Build Business Credit? Or whether to get your LLC first or your trademark? Listen as interior decorator and venue owner La La Mathews tells how she began building her business 416 Interiors. She tells, what it takes and what she learned, and mistakes she made as she followed her entrepreneurial dreams. Learn more about La La and 416 Interiors at 416interiorsvenue.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Meet and learn from Aaron Goffney, personal trainer and owner of Weight Bangers as he shares his secrets to success in building his personal training business. DFW locals can reach out to Aaron on Instagram or by email to get personal training tips! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Get the dirty details on how you can turn turds into income as a professional poop scooper! Learn how The Dookie Doodes built a $1500/week business from a $50 startup. If you're a local to DFW and have a canine pet you don't quite love cleaning up after, be sure to book The Dookie Doodes  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Get up close and personal with the host, Terrilyn Hicks as she tells how and why she started Against All Odds. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

In Pt. 2, Coffeeman spills more secrets on how he built his business out of a 4ft table and $1200 stimulus check. Listen as he tells what it really takes to turn a simple business idea into a moneymaker. Don't miss his dead-honest approach to entrepreneurship. Check out his business or contact him for corporate booking. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Coffeeman spills the beans on how a simple lemonade stand concept with a coffee twist turned into a $1500/week income earner with crazy low overhead. Coffeeman went from having nothing and having very few contacts to selling his coffee all over the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Be sure to reach out to Coffeeman for booking his services, learn more about his business or (if you are near the DFW area) just to enjoy a tasty cup of Joe! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Learn how you can use part-time work to nurture and grow you Side Hustle into a full-time income earner. Chris Preston of C.S. Preston Photography gives details on how he used his part-time photography job to sharpen his skills as a Photographer and grow his business. Book C.S. Preston Photography this month and get the Against All Odds HOOKUP discount! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

From last in her class to making $6k per month, Donya Lewis is killing it with her business private tutoring children and adults in everything from improving SAT scores to building resumes. She built her income in just 6 months in the middle of the pandemic! See how she started and what it takes to build a business like hers. Listen in on this HOOKUP episode to hear how you can get a discount for her services. Learn more about her business Priceless Education on her website and be sure to follow her on Facebook for updates at Priceless Education | Facebook --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support

Learn as Jasmine Hardy tells how she built her hair business to six figures from the ground up. She gives financial tips and advice as she details how she turned her love for locs into an income earner. Book Jazzy Locs at JazzyLocs (@jazzylocs) • Instagram photos and videos --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/againstalloddspodcast/support