Success Leaves Clues Podcast

Episode 29 Jennifer Staneart After a certain point, in your career, you might feel there are no more advancements to make: there's complacency. And while some people like to retire from their professional lives after this, some others begin their careers anew… venturing into a whole different path of passion. Today's episode features real estate investor and entrepreneur Jennifer Staneart who left her 15-year-long career in corporate America to try real estate investing. The huge leap of faith, as she describes it, came from her desire to show her kids what it takes and how it feels like to follow your passion. Jennifer's interest in the industry comes partly from her parents, who were in the home design and construction sector. Considering them her greatest inspiration, chasing growth and financial joy, Jennifer has created a career anybody would want to get answers from. Listen to this episode of Success Leaves Clues as Jennifer reveals everything that went behind the making of her inspiring career, including the first year that was the toughest to survive. Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode ●       Pursuing your passion – chase what you love doing.●       Inspiration – It helps immensely to have someone to learn from.●       Stepping out on your faith – Believe in yourself and your dreams.  About Jennifer! Jennifer Staneart is an Entrepreneur who owns a Home staging Company and a Real Estate Investing Company. Connect With Jennifer!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aggredesigns Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[01:22] What Aggre Designs does[01:55] How Aggre Designs helps real estate agents and owners[03:39] Things to keep in mind when preparing your home for future buyers[07:02] Understanding the buying flow of different buyers[08:21] The benefits of having a real estate agent and how it helps you face pushovers[12:57] How to recommend the right thing to the right buyers – Things to consider[15:39] Gaining the knowledge and skills to venture out into real estate investing 15 years after leaving corporate America [18:28] The decision to leave corporate America for personal growth[20:32] Why it takes immense hard work to succeed as a real estate investor[21:28] Working for someone vs. working for yourself[25:31] Getting your family to have faith in you to succeed[28:25] About our Sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[29:11] Why buying and selling a home is the stepping stone in most people's lives[30:59] The rewards of success extend beyond money[32:25] Building the inventory to push past the tough times[36:23] Contemplating the future – the personal and professional lives[37:43] Why Jennifer's biggest fear is not being able to be hands-on with the creative side[38:15] Clubbing the Work-From-Office and Work-From-Home models[40:17] Jennifer's passion for investment properties[41:02] Staycations and creating the experience that your customers demand[44:42] Meeting people with similar ambitions and interests as you[46:25] What success means to Jennifer[47:54] Every person's definition of success is different[49:00] Success Clues from today's episode  KW Used: real estate investing, Home Staging, Home Design, Interior DesignAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 28: Carl Gassoway You always hear how important it is to manage your credit, but what is it? And why is your credit score so important? You might be surprised how little most of us know about credit after today's conversation. In this episode, you'll hear me speak with Carl Gassoway, who's a successful investor and owner of the credit repair business House Of Diamond Credit. In a remarkably inspiring career, Carl grew himself from a Red Cross volunteer to a successful entrepreneur with a vision – to educate and help people about their credit and its importance in their lives. We dig into credit scores and management in detail, with Carl also answering some of the most confusing questions around the subject. Learn everything you need to know about utilizing and maintaining your credit card in today's episode. Make sure to check out Carl on his socials for more information about his business offerings! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About Carl! Carl Gassoway is the owner of the House of Diamonds Credit credit repair business. He offers paid and free credit management tips and tools to help people manage their credit by themselves. Connect With Carl!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/house_of_diamonds_creditWebsite: https://www.hodcc.biz/ Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro[00:12] Meet Carl Gassaway, an entrepreneur, investor, and founder and owner of the credit repair business House Of Diamond Credit[01:09] Carl shares about starting his career as a Red Cross volunteer[02:46] How Carl teaches us all the importance of treating every person with respect[05:09] Keeping your energy and focus alive: Karl explains the importance of re-evaluating your goals, building good relationships, and the importance of family.[07:34] Carl talks about going to college for the sake of motivating his kids and showing them the importance of hitting goals [08:40] From employee to entrepreneur: Carl explains his growth journey. He shares about introducing mindset changes, running funnels and network marketing, and working on his finances.[11:59] Carl shares about setting up a transparent credit consulting business[13:41] Mindset tips for solving credit issues: understand that there's no quick fix and be willing to invest in your future.[14:38] What is credit?[16:13] Everything you need to know about credit cards[17:59] Why should you ensure your credit card statement date isn't maxed out?[19:18] The proper way to utilize a credit card[20:59] Why you need to stay under the 30 percent limit on your credit card[25:45] The type of credit card services Carl offers his clients[26:48] Why is credit so important?[29:01] What's the difference between business credit and personal credit? How does it work?[32:51] Carl's association with Airbnb and Toro[36:10] Carl talks about overcoming challenges, finding the discipline to do the work, and researching and learning stuff online[38:39] Carl's efforts to give back to the society[41:41] Carls' passion for serving people through his skills and expertise and the do-it-yourself kit and free resources he shares to people to empower them to manage their credit for themselves[43:20] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: credit repair, Airbnb, Invest, Real Estate InvestingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 27 Dizzy Wunda Are you a musician wanting to make your mark in the world of music? Today's episode of Success Leaves Clues features award-winning musician Dizzy Wunda as he shares his path to a spectacular music career and the lessons he learned from it. Though incredibly successful, talented, and knowledgeable, Dizzy had to take a break from music due to his battle with ulcerative colitis. Navigating the painful phase, Dizzy felt his music become complacent and halted music-making temporarily, pursuing different professions to sustain his family. He came back with a bang, winning the best R&B music at the Hip Hop Magazine Independent Artist Music Awards and releasing his upcoming highly-anticipated album, Wonderland. Hear his story and learn how his passion, habits, and belief system led him to the success he has today. As his story tells us, your roadway to success starts when you realize what you want to do in life. Listen to the episode now! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode●       Let your passion drive you forward.●       Have a strong belief system.●       Read plenty and more if you want to succeed in your field of expertise. Reading not only increases your vocabulary, but it opens your mind up. About Dizzy!Desmond Gholson, AKA Dizzy Wunda, is an award-winning musician with knowledge about different styles of music. Connect With Dizzy!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dizzywunda  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[00:24] Intro[00:49] Dizzy's project Wonderland and how it came to be while he cured himself of ulcerative colitis[03:04] How do you stay humble even after being successful[04:16] Winning the Best R&B artists award[05:23] How long has Dizzy been doing music? What is his motivation to continue in the field?[08:10] How Dizzy's new, dynamic project uses live music and how it would prove to be an uplifting, positive escape for you[11:43] Dizzy's thoughts on traveling and working[13:27] How Dizzy built his belief system learning from his father, who's the now captain of the Chesterfield Sheriff's Department, Virginia[15:12] A little about Dizzy's four children[16:01] Everything you need to know about Dizzy's upcoming tour and where to find him on the internet[17:19] How does Dizzy manage to be there for his kids despite the work schedule and frequent travels?[19:49] Dizzy explains how his break from work had him feel a “void” in his life and how he feels now that he's back on track[22:48] Overcoming personal struggles — disease, complacency with work — to emerge stronger than ever[24:49] What it takes to hold onto your passion and why music is healing[25:56] What Dizzy did during his break from music[26:33] About our sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[27:48] Dizzy talks about encouraging his kids to do whatever they like. He also hints at their interests in music and writing. [33:32] Running your art and craft as a business[34:34] Business 101: It all begins with reading, then mobilizing, executing, springing back despite failures, and showing up at all times.[35:32] Realize what you want out of life and get going on it[40:09] The benefits of reading[42:57] Success Clues from today's episode  KW Used: belief systemAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 26 Netta Dowdell Netta tells how her she started an Amazon Business with $500 and scaled it to over $500K! Passion and talent aren't synonymous. If you've believed so far that you could only chase a profession you're talented in, then know that today's episode features a successful teacher-turned-entrepreneur who left her stable, sustainable job as a high-school English teacher to venture into ecommerce selling full-time and now has a course that trains many others to fearlessly succeed in the business. A while into teaching, Netta realized that high-school teaching wasn't her passion and that she'd gotten into it to prove to others that she could do it. But how do you grow in a role that doesn't connect with your heart? Netta Dowdell sits with us on the Success Leaves Clues podcast today to take us through her inspiring journey of switching careers and following her dreams. She reveals the secrets to ecommerce success, including the importance of growing your business slowly, finding a sustainable product to sell, opting out of dropshipping, deciding to invest or not to invest in a warehouse, and working with your partner successfully in your business. Netta also shares about her training program and why she aims to share her knowledge to benefit others in society. Listen in for more on the podcast today! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●     Your talent needn't always coincide with your passion.●     Your environment matters a lot when it comes to success: the people you surround yourself with matter.●     Building the ability to give back and teach takes your business to another level.  About Netta! Netta Dowdell is an Ecommerce Store owner and the creator of a training program for up-and-coming e-commerce business owners. Connect With Netta!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondecommm  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps[00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[00:35] Intro[01:26] Having the opportunity to try new things and explore new spaces in life[04:15] Life as a high-school English teacher and realizing her heart wasn't in the profession[05:07] The challenges Netta encountered as a teacher[05:41] Being skilled at something vs being passionate about something are two different things. Netta shares following her mother's footsteps in teaching and realizing it wasn't for her.[06:51] Making the transition to your dreams, leaving your stable job[08:14] Turning or not turning your house into a warehouse and life as a warehouse worker and logistics specialist[10:27] Drop-shipping on Amazon: why it's not allowed and how instead to go about it[12:11] Finding the right person to work with[14:04] Using her skills as a teacher to succeed in the e-commerce business[17:33] How long would it take to succeed in e-commerce selling?[19:24] The need to analyze your competition and how Amazon allows you to access that information[20:45] Growing your business slowly, seeing income come back to you[21:51] How to find something sustainable to sell on Amazon[24:17] Why Netta has different products in Canada and the US[25:45] About our sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[27:06] Finding her purpose in impacting students through entrepreneurship [30:02] How it helps to have your life partner help in your business[32:22] Reaching your 'freedom number' (enough money to be moving forward without friction)[34:06] Life as a podcaster and what Netta's podcast talks about[36:40] Success Clues from today's episode  KW Used: ecommerce successAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 25 Arichica Banks  It's one thing to preach something and the other to actually practice it in life. Success happens when the two happen simultaneously, as did for my guest Arichica Banks. Arichica found herself spinning in circles for the longest time. A low credit, tumultuous divorce, bankruptcy, and joblessness weighed her down until she decided to bounce back, do the work, and chase her dream life. Arichica realized that the corporate job she'd been in for 20 years would only continue to suck the time and energy out of her, that to live her life on her terms, true to her values and time limitations, she had to make something of her own – and grow it till it thrives on its own. In a desire to help herself first, Arichica learned about the credit system in extensive detail and realized how her newly gained expertise could come in handy for people looking to leverage their credit. As she reveals her journey founding Anew You Solutions, her credit restoration business that has been up for the past five years, on the Success Leaves Clues podcast today, Arichica also shares the lessons she gathered on mindset, independence, resilience, and commitment that have helped her succeed in her venture. She advocates believing in yourself and has done so throughout her life. Do not miss out on today's conversation! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●       It helps to have someone in your life that can see the potential that you may not necessarily be able to see in yourself.●       Resiliency is key to success. The ability to persevere amid challenging times has been the key to unlocking many success stories.●       Surround yourself with the energy that you'd like to see yourself around in the future.  About Arichica Banks!Arichica Banks is a credit restoration expert and the Founder of Anew You Solutions. Connect With Arichica Banks!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_i_am_the_solution  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[00:28] About our sponsor Morgan and Co Realty[03:20] What is the role of a business strategist?[05:47] Success comes calling when you believe in yourself, and your energy is aligned towards where it needs to[06:41] Why the corporate paycheck system is a scam[08:47] Doing the work to chase your passion despite the challenges [09:57] Understanding your ‘avatar' or ideal customer[11:00] The lowest point in Arichica Banks's life: divorce, joblessness, financial struggles[14:05] Life before corporate America[15:48] What is freedom, essentially?[19:26] Why you must never hold back your successes[20:42] How does it help to be in the right circle?[23:49] Managing personal and professional work as an entrepreneur: Making the time to do the most important things[27:52] Changing your mindset can change your whole life[29:01] Reaching an indisputable level of confidence [31:56] How does it affect you to cut off negative people from your life?[33:09] About The Morning Meetup Community[34:16] Here's how you can stop living your life based on other people's opinions of you[37:17] What does Arichica Banks's ideal client look like?[38:53] How your price point can help you discover the right customers for you[39:57] What is a business credit? Why must you learn about it?[41:45] Business credit, guarantor, payback policies and the process of getting business credit[43:40] What is the next step for your business once you have decided to venture into fully[45:22] How do you build your business credit?[46:43] When and how can you start building business credit?[50:23] Success Clues from today's episode   How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: credit system#BusinessStrategist #BusinessCoach #Credit #CreditSystem #Credit RepairAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 24 Rasheid EdwardsHow does hypnosis work? How does it influence the brain wave pattern? Does it occur in the subconscious state? What does it have to do with priming you for your success? If you're like me, these questions would have gotten into you at one or the other point in your life.Discover answers to all these (and more) in this episode of Success Leaves Clues as I invite professional hypnotherapist and talk therapist Rasheid Edwards.Rasheid also shares valuable tips to help qualified hypnotherapists build trust, interact, and work effectively with their clients. He gets into the science behind hypnosis and hypnotherapy, explaining the different brain waves associated with the process: alpha, beta, delta; the “imprint method”, “light trance”, “hypno dance”, and “homoestasis”, among other things.Listen in to the conversation to learn all about it first-hand!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.comSuccess Clues From Today's Episode● Psychological resilience is an essential key to success.● It's important to learn to be in the moment and know yourself well to succeed in life and work.● Mirroring and being likeable help you build healthy personal and professional relationships.● Deep breathing and mindfulness are necessary to keep your mind tuned with your actions.About Rasheid!Rasheid Edwards is a hypnotherapist, talk therapist, author and mental health advocate. His most recent book, Mental Health Matters, provides a basic understanding of mental health for people. Connect With Rasheid!Coach Rasheid's book, “Mental health Matters” - https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Health-Matters-Rasheid-Edwards/dp/B086G8GYX8/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1649268038&refinements=p_27%3ARasheid+Edwards&s=books&sr=1-2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasheidedwardsConnect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. KTime Stamps[00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[01:13] Meet Rasheid [02:56] Hypnosis as the 'cheat codes' for a good life[04:23] The delineation between talk therapy and hypnotherapy[05:28] Accessing the trance state through hypnosis[06:03] Waking brain wave frequency; alpha, beta, and delta wave frequencies; and why we spend a lot of our time in the beta frequency [08:19] The imprint period: The duration, brain wave frequency of that period of our lives, and why it is that way[10:33] Does hypnotherapy work for everyone?[11:39] Do you know you're in "light trance" right now?[14:31] Where does the term "multi-tasking" come from? Why is multi-tasking a myth?[15:44] Getting people to trust you for the hypnosis process[16:22] Building rapport and dispelling myths around hypnosis[19:35] Pain therapy using hypnosis[22:18] How it helps to hit reset and get to experience the openness, creativity, and unfiltered thoughts as a child using hypnotherapy[25:09] Is there a skill you can learn from your hypnotherapy session to deal with the problems that might surface in your life later on?[25:39] The benefits of regular talk therapy in stress management[27:43] How Rasheid got into hypnotherapy [30:10] How celebrities teach you to manage your resources and prioritize self-development[31:30] "Hypno dance" and the changes in clients pre and post a hypnosis session[33:03] How depression reduces your mental state to the lowest level imaginable[34:21] "Everything that you see was created twice. First in someone's mind, and then it's a physical reality." – Bob Proctor[34:52] About Rasheid's personal development and transformation coaching[35:55] About Rasheid's book "Mental health Matters" and how it addresses the importance of mental health [39:22] Why logic alone doesn't solve emotional issues[31:46] How you can help people with mental health issues by just being there for them[41:52] Why mental health is taboo within the black community and how the condition is being lifted now[42:23] Learning to prioritize mental health and why a majority of those doing the internal work are women[45:03] Paying attention to how people feel about things and why it's important[47:25] "Your mind is the only part of you that never rests."[49:17] "When you're stressed, you're living in the future. And when you're depressed, you're living in the past."[52:07] What is homeostasis?[54:22] How your subconscious works in helping you develop a good or bad feeling about people (Learn to leverage it to build healthy relationships)[59:48] Success Clues from today's episodeHow about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcastKW Used: hypnosis and hypnotherapyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 23 Jason White It's not every day you learn about work as unique and rewarding as government contracting. And when it comes from someone who's built a successful business through it (and continues to grow it using updated industry knowledge), you know you can't just let the knowledge slip through your hands. As a government contractor (someone producing goods/services for the government), you work with a vast array of departments, agencies and individuals that are often unfamiliar with the full range of your offerings. To navigate this, you must learn all the systems, processes, rules, and charts, so you're not only clear on how to do the job but also how to thrive in it. In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, learn all about government contracting and the secrets to succeeding in it with my guest, Jason White. Leaving his job at a gas station, it took Jason three years of consistently showing up and hard work to learn the nuances of his trade: which he now teaches others through his courses at The Federal Code. Listen in to today's episode to learn all about Jason's path into the profession and how he learned, administered, and applied his learning to start his own government contracting business and coaching program (wherein he teaches others all about the trade so they can thrive in it too)! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode ●     Authenticity – Choose to be yourself always – be it your personal life or business.●     Be driven for excellence.●     Care for something beyond just the monetary gain.  About Jason! Jason White aka “J-White First Name Last Name!” is a Coach, Mentor and Owner of The Federal Code, where he teaches people how to make money by government contracting. Connect With Jason!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasonwhite_Website: https://www.thefederalcode.com  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak-peak into the episode[00:33] About our Sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[01:44] About the federal government and federal government contracts[03:05] Examples of departments that make up the federal government[04:07] Jason attributes his success to this one person and moment[05:25] "Entrepreneurship legit just fell in my lap." Jason explains how his competitive nature and a moment of good fortune led him to amazing success[07:24] What requirements does Jason look for in a company before partnering with them?[08:00] How does Jason make sure companies are doing the work he pays them to? (Trusting your gut feeling)[08:53] Jason as a mentor: How he helps his students learn the job through learning and experience[09:35] Jason's thoughts on the ideal student for a government contractor job and the skills needed to succeed in the profession[10:24] The three years between Jason White, the gas station employee to Jason White, the government contract winner: Overcoming self-doubt and other mental battles to succeed in life[11:25] How to overcome your mental battles (and what helped Jason succeed in that)[12:33] What does a government contract look like? What are the things it includes and doesn't include?[15:03] What are the issues that come with government contracting?[16:29] How government contracting looked like when Jason had just started working on it[17:45] Communication and consistency are keys to the the job of a government contractor[18:36] Jason's most successful student and how she made her way to success[20:36] The Federal Code's success since 2008![21:28] Does Jason also lose contracts? If yes, what does he make from it? How does he see it?[21:45] About The Morning Meetup[23:18] What does "winning a contract" mean to Jason[26:25] Using social media to share tried, tested, and currently in-practice information to help others succeed in the same too[28:15] Teaching kids the skills they need to succeed in life (and how to approach school-based education)[29:51] "I do not have the best way to do federal government contracting. I just have an effective way." Why consistency and hard work are keys to Jason's success and why he advises anyone to inject their own personality into their work or business too[31:46] Success Clues from today's episode How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: government contracts#governmentcontracting #governmentcontractsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 22 Judith Maynard Not having a plan could seem like the most challenging thing to face. But that's until you realize you could choose to go forward despite it – as my guest for this episode did. Judith Maynard had no idea how she would go forward in her career or even finance herself when she bought a one-way ticket to LA. But the decision, however bizarre, proved to be the best thing she ever did for herself in life. As a theatrical performer turned writer, Judith pursued a dash of creativity fearlessly, taking risks, avoiding distractions, and giving in to her dreams despite the challenging circumstances. In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Judith sits with me to speak about her love for writing and how she materialized it with several poems and, most recently, her book – Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom. She explains how she kept herself going while dealing with her mother's death and providing for her son, who's dealing with a mental illness, her experience living alone for the first time in 30 years, and how she cultivates a positive outlook towards even the harshest of times. Listen in!  Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●     Have faith to move forward in life: Believe that you can create something greater than your own ability.●     Do not be afraid to say you don't know something; acknowledge your weaknesses.●     Be coachable.●     Keep away distractions.  About Judith! Judith Maynard is a theatrical artist turned poet and author. Her first book, Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom, quickly became Amazon's #1 book among new releases. She is currently working on her second book. Connect With Judith! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Book – Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom by Judith Maynard: https://www.amazon.com/Revealing-Healing-Poetic-Journey-Wounds-ebook/dp/B09VXBKQH4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2I9R4FIPW0E11&keywords=judith+maynard+revealing+to+healing&qid=1647813683&sprefix=judith+maynard+revealing+to+healing%2Caps%2C61&sr=8-1  Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro[00:15] About Judith Maynard[00:42] Judith's love for poetry and short stories[01:50] Judith's first play and comfortability with the spotlight[02:51] From plays to writing: How Judith started a business in Detroit called the Shine Queen and how her life transcended for the best after that[04:51] Starting a business with police officers – the whole police department[07:03] How a creative mind + risk-taking attitude opened for Judith the doors to her second business and how the transition was like[08:57] Buying a one-way ticket to LA and holding onto her faith to see the path unfold itself to her[10:11] Taking care of her son while he battles mental illness and keeping on moving despite not having a plan in life[12:35] Living by herself for the first time in 30 years and what the experience feels like. Judith shares how she started with writing poetry and how she got the number 1 place on new releases on Amazon by simply not giving up on her goals[15:12] Receiving a contract of 23 pages from the first publishing company that accepted her manuscript and why she suggests you consult a lawyer for such lengthy contracts[16:16] Staying focused no matter what happens, no matter what others say[18:10] How to rid yourself of distractions, overcome the fear of being alone, and how the creative spirit takes over once you do that[20:11] Learning to use the computer as someone who had no idea about it[21:51] Dealing with her mom's death and keeping herself going with a winning attitude[23:02]Judith's process of writing the book[24:25] What Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom talks about: healing from trauma, achieving success and building confidence while throwing light on the state of the underprivileged in society[26:04] Judith reads out her poem to us[28:48] Judith explains why writing her book was therapeutic[29:47] Facing your fear to win in life, being honest with yourself, talking about your pain[32:01] You can be scared but still choose to keep moving[33:07] Success Clues from today's episode  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast KW Used: risk takingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 21: Storm Leroy Entrepreneurship is at an all-time peak today… We want to be our own bosses, live our lives on our own terms, and not let ourselves through another person's vision. We want complete control over our time and don't want to be ‘led' by anyone else. But as remarkable as it sounds, it isn't also the end of the road if you choose an employee life to provide your skills to another person instead. In fact, my guest today will tell you why that's an intelligent and easy way to save yourself from taxes while you continue to work towards financial independence! Join me on today's episode of Success Leaves Clues as I invite the Employed Millionaire Storm Leroy on the show! Storm is an entrepreneur, teacher, investor and has proved his mettle in each of his chosen fields. He talks to me about his employee-to-entrepreneur journey, the lessons he learned being in it, the benefits of out of state investing, and how to keep going even if there's strong opposition to your chosen path by the people around. You'll also take away valuable lessons on doing real estate investing the right way! Tune in to the episode to learn to soar in the out of state real estate industry even if you're working on a day job right now! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com About Storm! Storm Leroy is an Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, Mentor and Teacher. He's the Founder of Ask The Movement, direct response for bringing financial independence to those who seek it. He started working in real estate while working on a full-time job and acquired 30 properties in 6 states during the period. His portfolio is worth millions of dollars today! Connect with Storm! Website: https://www.employedmillionaire.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamstormleroy Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington Time Stamps [00:00] Intro[00:13] Meet a very special guest on today's episode, Storm Leroy[00:29] Storm's introduction[01:32] Why Storm Leroy recommends Out Of State investing and calls it an easy entry point to the market[07:00] The first time Storm tried out of state investing and how it went, including how it taught him the importance of asking the right questions[09:08] Why one failure is all you need to get on track to success[11:28] An essential takeaway: “A CEO doesn't engage in activity that's going to cause his company to lose money. A CEO doesn't buy a company that starts to lose money on the hope that it's going to start making money in the future.”[13:12] How Storm stood strong amid opposition and proved his mettle as a CEO and the importance of mindset during such times[16:59] Realizing your time has a price and knowing your worth to set yourself on the path to your financial freedom[18:35] How Storm set himself on the path to financial freedom[20:04] The immeasurable power of mindset in helping you achieve even the impossible goals[27:16] The right way to manage your assets (especially if you're a real estate investor)[34:16] The difference between a mentor and a teacher and why Storm believes you can't teach someone who isn't willing to put in the effort – “There's a difference between being someone's teacher and someone's mentor. Teacher takes you from nothing to something, I can't do that. I got to take you from something to greatness fast.”[36:49] Why partnering is the most strategic thing to do in real estate[39:24] Why housing and jobs are the two most beneficial things the government has put in place to benefit you[43:34] Why Storm's authenticity and giving mindset makes him a brotherly figure to look up toHow about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup-- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast KW Used: financial independenceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 20 Gia Entrepreneurship is a thrilling ride; however, it involves various business decisions. As a business owner, you might encounter many businesses and individuals who offer you lucrative deals -- however, you should never be too hasty to jump on the bandwagon. Why? To gain clarity on what you're diving into. You should always make sure that you factor in the true cost of a business opportunity before signing up the dotted lines.  In today's episode of Success Leaves Clues, I interview mentor, coach and the host of the Kaizen Mind podcast Gia about her inspiring journey to success as an entrepreneur, what success really means to her, and what she learned about assessing what every business opportunity demands of you. You cannot sustain your business healthily if you let yourself work according to what others expect from you. You have to evaluate how an opportunity would benefit and cost you, whether it's the best for your skills, expertise, or passion, and whether it aligns with your long-term purpose and happiness.  Gia Jordan talks about how successful businesspersons let a lucrative opportunity slip and why you must do it too when it doesn't align with who you are or how much time and energy you can set aside for the opportunity. Of the many other important things we discuss in the conversation is the importance of honesty, transparency, and why success looks different for everyone – it isn't always about the money alone. Listen in now!  Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●      Honesty and transparency are important values to cultivate as an entrepreneur.●      Be aligned with your purpose as an entrepreneur. Don't get swayed away by situations. ●      Be rooted in who you want to be. It gives you the strength to move forward in life and business.  About Gia! Gia is a mentor, coach, Kaizen investor, and the host of the Kaizen Mind podcast, where she helps entrepreneurs advance in their entrepreneurial journey. Connect With Gia!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaizenmindpodcastWebsite: https://linktr.ee/the_kaizen_investor_  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:21] About Gia[00:40] About Kaizen[01:28] It isn't access to capital that makes you successful in real estate; it's the mindset, grit, and drive that gets you there.[03:25] Gia's reasons for settling into a Japanese culture[04:37] Change, success, and why the journey is more beautiful than the destination, even in entrepreneurship[06:26] Gia's journey to success: how it's been a period of growth, learning, and advancement[07:57] The failures Gia encountered in the journey to success and what they taught her[11:16] How every failure was a learning lesson for Gia [12:26] Deciphering if an opportunity is good or bad and what they cost you[13:22] Why you mustn't overcommit to anything and why you must always consider what an opportunity would cost you irrespective of how lucrative it is[16:43] What goes on in people's minds when they decide to pass on a lucrative opportunity? (Focus on yourself, how the opportunity would help you, cost you, challenge you, instead of focusing on what the person offering the opportunity wants you to do.)[19:28] One way to assess an opportunity: Would you allow a family member to take on the business opportunity?[20:26] You don't always need to wait for an opportunity to come to you; you can go chase it yourself – "When you create your own opportunities, everything is aligned."[25:12] Transparency and honesty in business and the importance of understanding that 100% perfection doesn't exist[27:10] The more you look into your hero's life, you'll realize why they're only humans – who turned their dreams into reality[30:36]How your limiting beliefs and self-doubt keep you from chasing your dreams and passion[32:05] Why it's shallow to assume that success stories are only those of Herculean efforts and triumphs, those that appear in the news and involve millionaires, billionaires, or people with the most significant wealth[35:52] Success, happiness, wealth, they are all relative – they mean different things to different people[40:38] Success Clues from today's episode  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Link: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: opportunity costAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 19 Marlon Wells It's a common theme running through the lives of successful people: focus. "Focus" is to concentrate on one goal and keep this goal in sight at all times. Naturally, if you run around trying to do too many things all at once, you can't achieve any. In today's episode of Success Leaves Clues, I interview mentor, coach and the co-host of the Money Monopolizers podcast Marlon Wells about his success journey. Starting off attempting to do many things at once, Marlon knew little of what focussing on one thing could do to his career. After trying out different industries, including stocks, rental cars, mobile homes, pest control, and tow trucking, Marlon realized he had to put an end to the din and converge to a purpose. Fast forward to today, and Marlon is as successful as he could ever imagine being, thanks to the wisdom he gained about focus. He teaches others about financial independence and passive income through his podcast to help people pursue their passions, not worrying about money. He says when you have set the passive income streams in a way that gets you to have money without spending your whole day into it, you can focus on learning and building what you really want to. Tune in to the episode to learn more!  Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●      Cultivate the ability to stay focused and dedicated if you want to succeed in any aspect of life. ●      Consistency is key to success. ●      Delayed gratification does you good. Most of us spend our lives based on our resources and not the options. It has to change. Allow a little bit of discomfort into your life so you can see what you're truly capable of achieving.  About Marlon Wells! Marlon Wells is a mentor, coach and the co-host of the Money Monopolizers podcast that provides “financial advice from a fresh and unorthodox perspective” to people. Connect With Marlon Wells!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deucewallsWebsite: https://linktr.ee/deucewalls Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro [00:41] About Marlon Wells's podcast that has over 120 episodes[01:28] Getting into groups, coordinating with people, and the intentions behind starting and expanding his podcast[04:25] Having a community means you have people around you who would push you to chase your dreams and give you ideas when you lack them[05:53] Marlon Wells's desire to venture into investing (real estate) and how it helped him achieve financial independence[07:36] How Marlon Wells's high-achieving attitude kept them succumbing to the environment, choosing the less-traveled way, and garnering success[10:16] Marlon Wells talks about being self-driven[12:06] Marlon Wells's interest in football and how a regular workout practice helped him grow more than others physically[14:40] Why consistency is a major success metric[15:58] Marlon Wells shares how his weakness is paying attention and what he does to ensure it doesn't affect his personal and professional life[18:08] Is it a wise decision in today's times to start a podcast as an entrepreneur?[20:24] Your talents are what would push you to propel in business and entrepreneurship[21:33] “Control what you can control.”[22:58] Why you should take responsibility for your action and not blame others for anything you've done wrong or people have wronged you with[24:35] Financial freedom is a formula based on your current lifestyle. Learn the three levels of financial freedom.[26:44] How things like your rent payment could decide the finances you will have in hand[29:58] Preparing yourself for short-term discomfort[31:35] The three levels to living your dream lifestyle[34:00] Comfortability, profitability, and instant gratification in your professional life[37:57] Marlon Wells talks about his support system[38:17] The different types of business and investments right now[40:32] How 2020 taught Marlon Wells the art of focusing on one thing[44:55] Here's what Marlon Wells has to suggest about the rental car space[47:01] Success Clues from today's episode Connect With Marlon Wells! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deucewallsWebsite: https://linktr.ee/deucewalls Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Link: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: focusAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 18 Johnny Lynum The military teaches many lessons, but one that's fairly less acknowledged is servant leadership. Military officers make excellent entrepreneurs who know well not only to lead but also to serve. In this episode of the Success Leaves Clues podcast, I interview seasoned real estate investor, coach, entrepreneur, and Air Force officer Johnny Lynum. Johnny talks about his experience in the military, his path to entrepreneurship, and the decision to pursue real estate investing. Johnny digs into the importance of investing in oneself, whether seeking mentorship, coaching, or continuous learning. Interestingly, Johnny ventured into real estate with little to no knowledge about financial management. He roped in the skills on the job and did the work to materialize his success. So, if a lack of information is what keeps you from the path, today's episode would teach you why it shouldn't. Tune in to the episode to learn more! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●      The power of faith and connection with the Lord. Faith fuels your soul to chase your purpose and helps strengthen your family.●      Invest in yourself, your learning. ●      Seek mentorship when necessary. And share knowledge with others when they require it.●      Your success is your own. Don't give in to another person's definition of success.  About Johnny Lynum! Johnny Lynum is an active duty Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force. He is also a seasoned real estate investor, entrepreneur, and coach.  Connect With Johnny Lynum!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themilitaryceoWebsite: https://linktr.ee/Johnnylynum.  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro [00:34] Meet Johnny Lynum and learn about his journey from Air Force to Real Estate[02:38] What is meant by servant leadership?[03:58] The benefits of servant leadership in life and business[07:24] “You don't have to be necessarily behind the pulpit to be in ministry.”[10:05] The lesser-known benefits of the real estate industry[11:26] Johnny Lynum's path to real estate investing from a place of zero knowledge about financial management[14:19] The right way to manage your finances, the importance of owning your primary residence, and fix and flips[17:27] Raising money through syndication and accredited investors[19:38] What is meant by a joint venture in real estate? How does it help to diversify your real estate portfolio?[21:54] The importance and benefits of continual learning despite being successful in your career [23:43] Coaching, mentorship, and the power of networking in helping generate sales [24:59] About Johnny Lynum's eight-week coaching program and what you can learn through it[28:06] How Johnny Lynum expands and manages deals outside his state and the importance of a strong team in helping achieve that[29:20] Managing a challenging career in real estate as an ex-military CEO[32:45] Johnny Lynum talks about his children and what they learn from his business[35:05] Johnny Lynum's thoughts on life and success and why he believes one's definition of success should be their own and not be dictated by any other person.[37:30] Johnny Lynum's thoughts of imparting knowledge to others[38:46] Success clues from today's episode  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: servant leadership           Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 17 King Legend Ask any multimillionaire their formula for success, and they would hint at how it all started when they manifested their dreams. It begins with that powerful idea of seeing, believing, and looking your part. Then follows planning and execution, which help you materialize them.  But how do you DISCOVER that dream, passion, or purpose?  Have faith, as my guest for today's episode, Deion Campbell shares. Today on Success Leaves Clues, I interview award-winning podcast host, photographer, published author, and entrepreneur Deion Campbell aka King Legend. He shares his thought-provoking journey towards podcasting, ideas around success and manifestation, learning and growth, faith, and the power of accountability and effective time management skills in life. Deion firmly believes that any inspiring success story has a humble background. He aims to trace back those times from people's lives and spread the world among others in society to help transform them into better individuals (or legends!). Listen in to learn why you need to show up and overcome any challenges to set out on the path to success. Make the best out of your gift of life. Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●      Find your purpose and walk in it.●      Manifest your dreams in faith. Hold your belief system close.●      Believe in the universe and its power in helping you achieve all that you desire and work hard for.●      Take action and keep working till you achieve your goals. Dreaming is one thing and making it happen is another.  About Deion Campbell! Deion Campbell is a professional photographer/videographer, published author, and the award-winning podcast host of King Legend Talks where he brings in success stories from the world's most powerful persons who bagged it despite a humble background. He is famously known on social media as King Legend 757. He has formally been featured on NBC, ABC, FOX, CW and more media outlets. Connect With King Legend!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinglegend757/Website: https://www.kinglegendtalks.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/king-legend-talks/id1525239578  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro [00:34] Meet King Legend, host of the King Legend Talks podcast, as he talks about why he brings in successful people with a humble beginning on his podcast[02:19] What inspires King Legend to chase success and pursue his dreams in life. King Legend also talks about his tilt toward creativity, recovering from nerve damage, and getting his podcast up and running.[05:25] King Legend's experience battling COVID and how he recovered after a tough battle with it[08:38] King Legend's inspiration behind starting his podcast and having life-changing conversations with people to help the others in society[10:24] King Legend's thoughts on helping people grow character-wise, studying patterns and imparting knowledge in society[11:33] Optimizing technology and social media to benefit people instead of wasting their time[13:33] "Once you figure out what your passion is, it will fuel you to heights you don't even think you can reach." King Legend explains the lengths to which your passions have the power to take you.[17:13] A podcast allows you the opportunity to study and learn from people closely[18:48] King Legend talks about learning from the multimillionaire personalities on his show. He shares that the common element he sees in all their success stories is manifesting their dreams.[22:24] We are often our own worst critics; we tell ourselves we cannot do things. King Legend shares how planning, executing, and repeating could help you overcome any inhibiting thoughts and step forward in your success journey. [23:55] King Legend talks about his belief in God and how he believes God picks him up when he falls or strays from his path[28:04] King Legend talks about why he doesn't want his kids to have social media[28:21] Why there is always a way out of a tough situation. Even if it feels like life has shut its door on you, an opportunity will always show up.[31:32] Every situation, every person you come across is a part of your growth journey.[34:48] Any test you face in life teaches you strength; it's challenging you, so you learn something from the uncomfortable, painful space.[37:23] Look the part first to play the part. Put yourself on the road to your dreams already and see it happen. It helps you be clear on what you want.[39:29] You have to hold yourself accountable, treat yourself with respect, and be real with yourself to achieve success in your path.[40:19] King Legend shares how his wife is his accountability partner. He also talks about choosing your accountability partner wisely, the importance of having a supportive group or community, and being around ambitious people.[43:16] Don't wait for the client to come to you. Chase that path already. Show up for the opportunity.[45:17] Why you must remember your milestones, your little achievements in life.[47:31] Respect your and other people's standards. It is key in any relationship.[49:12] The importance of time-management skills, continuous learning, and initiative in the success journey[51:30] What you can expect from King Legend on the King Legend Talks show and about his upcoming book[54:38] Discover your purpose in life by praying, exploring opportunities, and working hard every day[56:17] Success clues from today's episode[59:16] Closing thoughts from King Legend  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup-- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast KW Used: Manifest your dreams           Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 16 TaneshaRunning a business can be outrageously frustrating if we expect it to go a definite way. Changing the world and serving the people are all transformative ideas, but what when people criticize or resist the change themselves? You have to have grace and patience.In today's episode of Success Leaves Clues, I interview serial entrepreneur and ex-military officer Tanesha West-Senclair, who's now the Founder of two businesses, I See Beauties, LLC, and We Do Yoga Too. Tanesha embodies grace, resilience, patience, and humanity and shares the army's role in helping her develop and cherish the values. Tanesha's philosophy of seeing the beauty in every imperfection of every human is remarkable and standalone. She talks about cultivating that mindset, the power of positive affirmations, developing and encouraging healthy conversations as an influencer, and realizing your strengths and weaknesses to effectively partner with people for your business. Fighting tough times, building courage and resilience, and showing up no matter what, are few of the things to learn from Tanesha's life. For more, check out this episode now. You will not want to miss this conversation! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●      Pass on your grace to others. Be patient and treat people with humanity.●      Push past obstacles with resilience. They're only making you stronger.●      Cherish your business relationships. Work as a team and uplift each other.●      Do not react to things. Instead, take time out for yourself and think about it. Process the situation or event first and respond.  About Tanesha! Tanesha is the Founder of I See Beauties, LLC and We Do Yoga Too businesses in Jacksonville. Her business and life principles align with making people feel beautiful however they are and accept their little imperfections. Her unique way of comparing beauty and art, positive aura, and healthy audience engagement make her stand out as an authentic entrepreneur and influencer. Connect With Tanesha! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iseebeauties/Website: iseebeauties.as.mePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bruised-flowers-podcast/id1597427668  Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K  Time Stamps [00:02] Intro [00:28] Meet Tanesha, Founder of I See Beauties[01:14] Tanesha explains how she optimistically sees the beauty in everyone, despite the little imperfections, observing everything from the point of view of art.[02:42] How Tanesha learned that there's beauty in everything and her intrinsic empathetic and compassionate nature[03:48] About Tanesha's ABC segment on Instagram: Tanesha helps her audience get to know her better. She comes up with a word every day, and everybody else drops their word in the chat. Essentially, she facilitates conversations on beauty, bravery, conquering things.[05:03] Dropping positive affirmations, staying accountable, accepting imperfections, and leaving on a positive note on social media every day[06:16] Tanesha talks about the importance of showing up every day, no matter the obstacles.[06:45] Tanesha shares how she encourages herself to show up for her audience.[08:18] Tanesha shares the lessons she learned from being in the military, the most important one being patience.[10:00] Tanesha talks about offering grace and patience to people in your life, especially military professionals, and how they could help prevent mental breakdowns and suicides.[11:31] Applying the principle of grace and business to your business[12:11] What happens if you're not patient in your business?[14:38] Where Tanesha's business is located[15:06] How Tanesha became an entrepreneur in Jacksonville and her journey from the military to business[17:31] "Entrepreneurship is a spirit." [18:14] Tanesha shares the nature that wants her to be on charge all the time and how it got her to transition out of the military to business[20:04] How it was like living overseas, finding her home ransacked and building her home and finances from scratch[20:39] How Tanesha battled disappointment and a lack of fulfillment to start her life over post-military.[24:00] Tanesha talks about her two businesses: I See Beauties, and We Do Yoga Too, and what prompted her to start them[26:50] Yoga isn't racist, "We Do Yoga Too"[28:55] The origin of yoga and the spiritual nature of Indian culture[29:48] How it's like running a business with her husband and how to cultivate the patience necessary to work together[31:11] Tanesha talks about her second business partner[32:47] The importance of ridding yourself of ego to become successful[33:19] Identifying your strengths and weakness to give up and take responsibilities[34:07] The need to be honest with yourself and accept your flaws[35:00] Success clues from today's episode[36:53] About Tanesha's podcast, Bruised Flowers and where to connect with her  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!Join The Morning Meetup - https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcastKW Used: positive affirmationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 15: Tanya Kelker Ideas are infinite. As long as we're thinking, our brain introduces internal conversations that often spark serious thought. But what separates a good idea from a business idea? How do you know if your idea can grow into “business levels”? Discover your audience. Do you have *people who want your service*? Then your business idea would, for sure, take off, no matter how taboo the conversation around it is! Meet Tanya Kelker, Founder, and Owner of Body Party Studios, a thriving, unique beauty and intimate skincare business at Jackson, Mississippi, as she joins me in this episode of Success Leaves Clues. Tanya narrates her life's journey and the pivots in her career, moving from accounting to turning an entrepreneur in the beauty industry, having conversations considered taboo (but also necessary). You'll take away many valuable nuggets of information, including the power of continuous learning, paid mentorship, and pouring life onto other people. As Tanya shares her process of setting up and growing Body Part Studios and hiring people for it, you'll also get first-hand information about building a business effectively. Check out the episode now! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  About Tanya!Tanya Kelker is the Founder and Owner of Body Party Studios, an intimate skincare services business that offers wax and beauty studios, traditional and non-traditional spas, and related services to help people feel good about their bodies. Tanya has an accounting background, which she left to pursue her dream of becoming a beauty entrepreneur. Connect With Tanya!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeautyaccountant Join Tanya's CEO Playbook Mentorship ProgramText "SUCCESS" to: 678-403-6281 for a discount and $1 trialConnect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro[00:50] Meet Tanya Kelkar, owner of Body Party Studios, an intimate skincare services business[01:51] For most of us, intimate skincare is an awkward conversation to have. But Tanya reveals that many people are secretly on the lookout for people with who they can have these conversations.[02:31] Tanya shares how she discovered her unique business idea by accident. She fell into her purpose when she realized there was so much taboo around a necessary topic.[05:01] Is the beauty and skincare industry still biased towards the white?[06:21] Tanya talks about her training classes, trademark techniques, and offerings for people who want to join her studio or work independently in the beauty industry.[07:35] How do you join Tanya's training and courses?[09:07] Tanya explains her journey from the accounting industry to the beauty industry and how she discovered a passion for the latter after knowing its impact on the customers[10:06] The benefits of intimate waxing[14:07] What skills do you need to thrive in the intimate skincare industry? Tanya explains bedside manners and customer service as essential skills to have.[16:16] What it feels like developing a person into an entrepreneur and Tanya's preferences when hiring people for her business[18:29] Tanya explains why she pays premium salaries to even beginners and her respect for other people's time[19:26] From an accountant's perspective[21:29] Transitioning from accounting to the beauty industry[27:58] On relationships and how to separate work and personal relationships: Tanya talks about respecting your partner and putting personal things aside when working with an ex-partner.[30:59] Why is it hard to see yourself as a business owner?[32:09] The most challenging aspects of delegating responsibilities as a business owner[33:20] How to discover if a person is a right fit for a job and what happens when they're not[34:43] Tanya is an enthusiastic learner; she explains how she strives to be the best version of herself in her life's journey[36:57] Identifying the potential in people and encouraging them when they approach you[38:05] "I don't need you to be me. I want you to be the best you you can be."[39:11] Tanya talks about her mentors[40:33] Tanya shares how she found her best coaches and mentors.[42:04] Free vs. paid mentors and how you benefit from paid mentorship[44:50] Paid mentorship is about access and exposure; you get to know the in-betweens and beyond-the-scenes of their coaching program[48:27] Major milestones and the next steps in Tanya's business[51:51] Success clues from today's episode  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast KW Used: unique business idea, Brazilian wax, self-care, self careAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 14: Carl Gassoway You always hear how important it is to manage your credit, but what is it? And why is your credit score so important? You might be surprised how little most of us know about credit after today's conversation. In this episode, you'll hear me speak with Carl Gassoway, who's a successful investor and owner of the credit repair business House Of Diamond Credit. In a remarkably inspiring career, Carl grew himself from a Red Cross volunteer to a successful entrepreneur with a vision – to educate and help people about their credit and its importance in their lives. We dig into credit scores and management in detail, with Carl also answering some of the most confusing questions around the subject. Learn everything you need to know about utilizing and maintaining your credit card in today's episode. Make sure to check out Carl on his socials for more information about his business offerings! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About Carl! Carl Gassoway is the owner of the House of Diamonds Credit credit repair business. He offers paid and free credit management tips and tools to help people manage their credit by themselves. Connect With Carl!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/house_of_diamonds_creditWebsite: https://www.hodcc.biz/ Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro[00:12] Meet Carl Gassaway, an entrepreneur, investor, and founder and owner of the credit repair business House Of Diamond Credit[01:09] Carl shares about starting his career as a Red Cross volunteer[02:46] How Carl teaches us all the importance of treating every person with respect[05:09] Keeping your energy and focus alive: Karl explains the importance of re-evaluating your goals, building good relationships, and the importance of family.[07:34] Carl talks about going to college for the sake of motivating his kids and showing them the importance of hitting goals [08:40] From employee to entrepreneur: Carl explains his growth journey. He shares about introducing mindset changes, running funnels and network marketing, and working on his finances.[11:59] Carl shares about setting up a transparent credit consulting business[13:41] Mindset tips for solving credit issues: understand that there's no quick fix and be willing to invest in your future.[14:38] What is credit?[16:13] Everything you need to know about credit cards[17:59] Why should you ensure your credit card statement date isn't maxed out?[19:18] The proper way to utilize a credit card[20:59] Why you need to stay under the 30 percent limit on your credit card[25:45] The type of credit card services Carl offers his clients[26:48] Why is credit so important?[29:01] What's the difference between business credit and personal credit? How does it work?[32:51] Carl's association with Airbnb and Toro[36:10] Carl talks about overcoming challenges, finding the discipline to do the work, and researching and learning stuff online [38:39] Carl's efforts to give back to the society[41:41] Carls' passion for serving people through his skills and expertise and the do-it-yourself kit and free resources he shares to people to empower them to manage their credit for themselves[43:20] Success clues from today's episode  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: credit repair, Airbnb, Invest, Real Estate Investing         Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 13: Kammi Holt A key, critical aspect of being an entrepreneur is learning continuously. As an entrepreneur, you will face a wide range of challenges and uncertainties in your business, making continuous learning a necessity. Learn how today's guest immersed herself into growing personally to keep up with the trends and discoveries in her industry of choice. Meet Kammi Holt, Founder of Slay Her Station Salon, as she shares her journey starting her own business in an unfamiliar town and taking it forward to reap considerable profit. What's more? Kammi Holt is a mompreneur who also keeps her personal life balanced. Learn the importance of finding yourself a mentor early on in your career and tips to care for your care by Kammi!  Tune in to the episode now. Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About Kammi! Kammi Holt is the owner of Slay Her Station, a salon for women in Houston, Texas. Connect With Kammi! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_slayherstation.2021 Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost: Dr. K  Time Stamps [00:02] Meet Kammi Holt, owner of Slay Her Station[00:37] Kammi Holt's journey getting to Houston, setting up her business in an unfamiliar place[01:31] Kammi Holt's business and specialization as a licensed cosmetologist and how Slay Her Station is her haven to help women resolve their hair damage issues[02:33] Realizing the God-sent hints to pursue cosmetology full-time[06:38] Kammi Holt shares what made her start her own salon after working at one for three years. She also talks about the experience gained, including offering impeccable customer service.[07:55] Kammi Holt's first mentor[09:32] Kammi Holt's sister is also her business partner: Kammi Holt shares how they got it all together for the business[10:24] Time-management: The need to be punctual and respect time as a business owner[11:19] Maintaining balance in life and business as a mother[12:52] The parts of entrepreneurship Kammi Holt's mentor taught her and Kammi Holt's passion for doing business[14:15] How to continue in an industry that's always changing: experiment, offer new services. Kammi Holt talks about taking classes every year to stay sharp and up-to-date on her work industry.[15:32] The kind of makeup Kammi Holt offers for her clients and how it's inclusive, diverse, and unique[16:36] Life in Houston[17:42] The forms of marketing Kammi Holt uses for her business – being out there on social media, letting your work speak for itself, and handling inbox messages, comments, and activity[18:42] Kammi Holt's life before cosmetology[20:09] How the military taught her the importance of being strong mentally and developing better leadership skills[21:42] How the military taught Kammi Holt that the world was too big to be just hers; how she started to think about people and situations other than herself[23:01] What success really means to Kammi Holt and why often, it's more than the money part[24:30] How to manage the different types of clients and why it indeed is a time and energy investment to get along with them (and how to rid yourself of any negative energy that might come across)[26:39] The details of Kammi Holt's hairstyling and haircare course[28:51] The downsides of using cheaper hair products[29:43] Understanding the three phases of your hair in detail and the right way to wash them[33:07] Kammi Holt's upcoming plans and projects[34:30] How to become a role model for your kids[38:00] Success clues from today's episode  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast KW Used: time management, hair salon, entrepreneur, trucking businessAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 12: Oceana Howard All it takes is an idea to stir the entrepreneurial emotion. But needless to say, one needs unshakable discipline to carry it forward. From working full-time, first as an HR professional and then as a warrant officer, to quietly working on her business on the side, Oceana Howard climbed levels of consistency, discipline, and unsettling hard work to materialize a long-sought idea. Oceana is the Founder of a successful clothing brand for fitness lovers like herself, called Imperial Impression.  Dive into her impressive entrepreneurial story in today's episode of Success Leaves Clues and learn how to write your own. Oceana explains how she infused her love for fashion and fitness to create a brand that isn't just high on quality but incredibly high on comfort. She answers questions on creating a brand for yourself, the lesser-known sides of being a solopreneur, managing time, and showing up consistently even if the results take time to surface.  Heading to the close, you'll want to challenge your resilience and push past any limitations to work towards your passion. Do not forget to tune in! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About Oceana! Oceana Howard is the Founder and CEO of Imperial impression, a clothing brand specially made for athletes. Her brand clubs her passion for fitness, fashion, comfort, and inclusion, instilling her customers with the energy to create their own impression.Connect With Oceana!Website: https://myimperialimpression.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceanakalanda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperial_impression Connect with Me!Instagram: @drkwashingtonHost: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Introduction[00:32] Meet Oceana Howard, Founder of Imperial Impression[02:06] Oceana shares what it was like starting a brand for herself – the creativity, research, content production-marketing, and inspiration that went behind it[03:14] Oceana talks about the people instrumental in her entrepreneurial journey[04:57] How is it like being a solopreneur? Oceana shares the challenges encountered when starting, including designing and developing your website, marketing, and managing everything.[06:10] Oceana explains her background as an HR professional, warrant officer, and lessons from those experiences.[08:45] On starting her business with the seed money from her nine-to-five job, making time to lay the foundation of her business, and continuing to grow it while holding on to her day job.[10:07] Time-management: Oceana explains how life in the military taught her fierce discipline, time management and effective planning.[12:39] Oceana explains that Imperial Impression is her passion project and shares the succession of events that led her to found it: from fashion to basketball, to hitting the gym, her fitness journey brought her closer to the now-exploding business gradually.[14:25] Oceana shares how it's like growing up in Charleston[19:53] Discussion on hitting the gym consistently [20:21] Where do you find the motivation to show up at the gym every day? Oceana talks about exuding your energy onto others so they reciprocate it back. She also shares that once the results start showing up, the motivation levels just continue to increase. “Once those results start coming in, then you start seeing them, that's just extra motivation for them to keep going.”[21:37] How to keep your energy levels up even when your body is far from displaying the results[22:28] Staying disciplined and why the fitness journey is a marathon, not a sprint[23:33] The impeccable power of resilience[24:47] The activities Oceana takes up within her community to keep the athletic or fitness side motivated[26:07] Being around the right people can help you stay consistently motivated toward your goals; you could also choose to have accountability partners[27:40] The next steps for Oceana's business[29:29] Planning and goal-setting advice from Oceana, including keeping vision boards and project planners[30:55] Success clues from today's episode How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup to Friday at 8 am!Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast KW Used: fitness journey Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 11: True Daniels Providing client-friendly services is one of the most important aspects of any service business. Not only does it help with your overall client experience, but it also helps you stand out from the competition and can provide a reason for your clients to return to you instead of the other options out there. What's more, you gain the chances of meeting potential new customers through your existing clients – which is why a little flexibility can go a long way to fostering healthy client relationships. True Daniels, my guest for today's episode, is a living example of how quality combined with hard work and flexibility can take your business up by manifold times. True is a chef and caterer who started her journey as a solopreneur and later expanded to her own business driven by the values of culture and community. True and I dig into many topics, including her humble journey to entrepreneurship, the importance of collaboration and growth mindset in business, and how to pour back into the community. Sometimes, all you need to do is give your dreams a go – who knows, maybe, it's incredibly worth it? Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About True! True Daniels is the owner of the restaurant True's Cultural kitchen and is a personal chef and caterer. She studied culinary science, started her journey selling foods to local business owners, and gradually grew her business. True aspires to hold healthy conversations on food and food interests with the community to raise awareness about it. Connect With True! Instagram: https://instagram.com/trues_cultural_kitchen Connect with Me! Instagram: https://instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak peek[00:59] About our sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[01:47] Meet True Daniels, a restaurant owner, personal chef, and caterer[02:13] True shares how her idea of a restaurant was influenced by her mother[03:48] True talks about her educational background, culinary interest, how she started selling cooked food, and her first customers who've helped her tremendously in her business[05:36] True shares how her restaurant started picking up pace over the years and how the process was gradual – "It was not overnight, I was selling my dinners out of my car for like, probably a year. And then I branched off into like, catering, and people started to get my menu. And then I moved from going to barber shops to corporate buildings I used to service Virginia Dominion Power."[06:37] From solopreneur to business owner: True explains the pivot[08:38] True explains her understanding of the importance and power of the community [11:08] The diverse cuisines offered at True's restaurant and her selection of the recipes[13:44] Why it helps to be flexible with your services to help your clientele and why it's difficult to be successful if you're very rigid in your offerings[14:14] True's mother is her greatest role model[15:09] True talks about their family recipes and how it's influenced her restaurant menu [17:50] The obstacles that True's business dealt with during COVID[18:40] On collaboration, competitiveness, and business expansion[22:08] How Google reviews help a business and how True encourages customers to leave a review if they have the time to[23:22] Life before starting the restaurant and why True in having healthy conversations with people about food and nutrition[26:20] About The Morning Meetup[27:21] True explains how it's the tough times that encourage us to do better in life – "Normally, we're just comfortable in the place that we are until a situation makes us uncomfortable."[30:47] The hardest lesson True had to learn in business, including collaborating and asking for help when necessary[38:35] What you can do to support True in her journey[39:18] Success clues from today's episode!  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast KW Used: importance of collaboration       Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 10: Tashan Duff Learning is an irreplaceable aspect of your living. When you immerse yourself in its depths, you discover a life that gives you all your desired opportunities. Today's guest worked enthusiastically hard to secure the chance to build a life he'd set out for. This episode of the Success Leaves Clues podcast features Tashan Duff, a physical therapy specialist in Gretna, Virginia. As a certified specialist, an achievement limited to less than 10 percent of all physical therapists, Tashan is a renowned medical professional who exudes hard work and determination. In this episode, he sits with me to discuss his extraordinary achievement, the responsibilities that come along with a coveted feat like that, his thoughts on lifelong learning, mentorship, goal-setting, and fighting hardships in life. Tune in to this episode to learn what it takes to hold onto and build the career you've always dreamed of! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About Tashan! Tashan Duff is a Physical Therapy Specialist in Gretna, Virginia. He graduated with Honors in 2016. He describes himself to be a lifelong learner and carries more than five years of diverse experience in Physical Therapy. Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost – Dr. K Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak peek[01:05] About our sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[01:49] Meet Tashan Duff, Physical Therapy Specialist in Gretna, Virginia[02:30] How to change the narrative to recognize that every person, every success is extraordinary[03:18] Tashan's career choice and educational background[14:29] About lifelong learning and how it applies to the medical field[16:47] How many of the top 7 percentage specialists in the medical field are from minority communities, specifically black?[19:47] Tashan shares if he feels like a pioneer because of his race and the kind of responsibilities that come from being in an esteemed position[25:11] Why to not be bothered by other people's opinion of you: "You can't control how other people are going to think and how other people are going to respond… So it's a lot of stress trying to do that."[26:21] About The Morning Meetup Community[27:46] Tashan's role models and mentors in life and their role in shaping his career[29:27] Tashan discusses the hardships of not having a mentor, how you have to constantly learn, unlearn, fail, and unfail to know what's efficient and what's not [31:42] Things to look for when picking your mentor[33:15] What does Tashan demand from his mentors? Why does it matter to have a mentor who can converse with ease and guide with intentionality?[34:09] How is a role model different from a mentor?[38:18] How to keep your cool amid everyday responsibilities?[41:15] The three major goals of Tashan's life[47:57] The importance of goal-setting and fixating on your goals. In Tashan's words, "In order to get somewhere, you have to know where you're going and how it's always going to be different for everybody."[50:55] Resilience: how to keep up with any obstacles that come your way in life[51:55] How Tashan's problem-solving nature led him to find his life's calling[59:48] We're often our harshest critics. Here's why you need to change the narrative to a positive and brag on yourself more.  How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on  The Morning Meetup-- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup - https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcast  KW Used: lifelong learning      Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 09: DJ Lonnie BThere's a certain power that comes with creating an authentic brand – one that dissolves any questions or concerns around your work and adds to your reliability to unimaginable extents. And unsurprisingly, it doesn't happen easily.Today's guest is known mainly for his ability to maintain his brand image – with honesty and conscious effort.For Lonnie Battle, his family and brand come above anything else. He's a popular DJ with an everlasting love for music and has established himself in the field with commendable effort. He sits with me today to discuss his uncompromising principles in life that led him to success, his reasons for a family-first mindset and how their support has helped him in his career, and the need to present yourself authentically anywhere to create your brand image.You'll learn what it takes and why it matters to create a brand (also the role of social media in aiding that) and how to sustain it in the long run. Tune in now!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.comAbout Lonnie!Lonnie Battle is a qualified professional DJ with a demonstrated history of maintaining a lasting brand image. As a family-first and honest professional, Lonnie brings years of personal and professional experience to set you up for lasting success!Connect with DJ Lonnie B!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djlonniebConnect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington Time Stamps[00:00] Sneak peek[00:58] About our sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[00:13] Meet Lonnie Battle and his path to becoming a DJ[08:42] How the fear of failure drives Lonnie to do even better and not get comfortable where he is[10:16] Why Lonnie values his brand more than anyone else and how he continues to keep it intact[12:12] Lonnie's thoughts on schooling and education: "There's too many people who I know that go to college, because that's what we're programmed to do. And they go to school, they get a degree, and they get a job and something that has nothing to do with that degree. And then they spend the rest of their lives paying back college loans, doing something. That's the one thing I want to make sure -- I keep my kids from getting on that hamster wheel."[13:28] Here's why Lonnie says it's okay if you're not able to do what you love full-time; it's okay to work to meet your financial needs[18:29] How to grow yourself to bring value to the table as a professional and what it takes to establish yourself in your field of expertise[22:56] "Keep the passion, lose the emotion." The right way to make business decisions[27:22] Creating engaging, unique content and how Lonnie does it[28:15] About The Morning Meetup Community[29:24] The power of the community and how to harness it[31:28] Lonnie's thoughts on marriage and how it's helped in his professional life[35:17] Lonnie's interest in sports[36:21] Success Clues from today's podcast How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup-- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 08: Storm LeroyYou don't have to quit your job to be a Millionaire! Entrepreneurship is at an all-time peak today… We want to be our own bosses, live our lives on our own terms, and not let ourselves through another person's vision. We want complete control over our time and don't want to be ‘led' by anyone else. But as remarkable as it sounds, it isn't also the end of the road if you choose an employee life to provide your skills to another person instead. In fact, my guest today will tell you why that's an intelligent and easy way to save yourself from taxes while you continue to work towards financial independence!Join me on today's episode of Success Leaves Clues as I invite the Employed Millionaire Storm Leroy on the show! Storm is an entrepreneur, teacher, investor and has proved his mettle in each of his chosen fields. He talks to me about his employee-to-entrepreneur journey, the lessons he learned being in it, the benefits of out of state investing, and how to keep going even if there's strong opposition to your chosen path by the people around. You'll also take away valuable lessons on doing real estate investing the right way!Tune in to the episode to learn to soar in the out of state real estate industry even if you're working on a day job right now!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.comAbout Storm!Storm Leroy is an Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, Mentor and Teacher. He's the Founder of Ask The Movement, direct response for bringing financial independence to those who seek it. He started working in real estate while working on a full-time job and acquired 30 properties in 6 states during the period. His portfolio is worth millions of dollars today!Connect with Storm!Website: https://www.employedmillionaire.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamstormleroyConnect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonTime Stamps[00:00] Intro[00:13] Meet a very special guest on today's episode, Storm Leroy[00:29] Storm's introduction[01:32] Why Storm Leroy recommends Out Of State investing and calls it an easy entry point to the market[07:00] The first time Storm tried out of state investing and how it went, including how it taught him the importance of asking the right questions[09:08] Why one failure is all you need to get on track to success[11:28] An essential takeaway: “A CEO doesn't engage in activity that's going to cause his company to lose money. A CEO doesn't buy a company that starts to lose money on the hope that it's going to start making money in the future.”[13:12] How Storm stood strong amid opposition and proved his mettle as a CEO and the importance of mindset during such times[16:59] Realizing your time has a price and knowing your worth to set yourself on the path to your financial freedom[18:35] How Storm set himself on the path to financial freedom[20:04] The immeasurable power of mindset in helping you achieve even the impossible goals[27:16] The right way to manage your assets (especially if you're a real estate investor)[34:16] The difference between a mentor and a teacher and why Storm believes you can't teach someone who isn't willing to put in the effort[36:49] Why partnering is the most strategic thing to do in real estate[39:24] Why housing and jobs are the two most beneficial things the government has put in place to benefit you[43:34] Why Storm's authenticity and giving mindset makes him a brotherly figure to look up toHow about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup-- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#sAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 07: Anthony MijaresIt might sound obvious, but setting up a rewarding business in a (predominantly) infamous industry is no small feat. But whoever said it said it right that when your purpose serves the community, the results just come by. Anthony Mijares had a strong vision in mind when he founded Old Manchester Hemp Co, his established hemp business – to help people hop the negatives of cannabis (and related drugs) and see how those are an effective treatment for people battling PTSD. His vision was an outcome of his personal experience with the disorder as an army veteran, which when clubbed with his undying entrepreneurial spirit, led to his revolutionary business. In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, he joins me to talk about his life's journey, exploring new ventures, discovering the dosage, benefits, and regulations around ethical usage of CBD, his entrepreneurial spirit, and how to break the unnecessary stigma around essential drugs.Tune in to the episode to learn how to face challenges, break out of the ordinary, fight failures, and unapologetically chase your purpose!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.comAbout Anthony!Anthony Mijares is a US Army Veteran and the Founder of Old Manchester Hemp Co. He's a passionate entrepreneur who believes in exploring new spaces and opportunities to take you to unbelievable places in your career. Connect with Anthony!Website: https://www.oldmanchesterhemp.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonym80 Connect with Me!Host: Dr. Kevin WashingtonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington Time Stamps[00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[01:01] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[02:06] Meet Anthony, and learn about his popular hemp business and on getting licensed by the Department of Agriculture[05:08] Learn about tincture, a liquid form of CBD[06:56] How Anthony brought in experts to train his staff on growing CBD crops[07:38] Growing specialized kemp smokeable flower[08:50] The process of securing a licence to cultivate restricted crops[09:44] Indoor growing, the history of hemp cultivation, and its evolution to cannabis [12:35] Why telling your story is the one secret to being a true pioneer [14:11] Anthony on being a passionate leader in the cannabis industry[18:40] Getting over the scarcity mindset, exploring new opportunities[20:02] About The Morning Meetup[21:23] Anthony recounts his first business[24:47] Rethinking business ideas[25:55] Why Anthony believes military men make excellent entrepreneurs[28:26] Anthony on when he believes to have reached the ‘success' mark with his business[31:52] How Anthony continuously sets goals for himself[33:34] Anthony's family and their influence[37:20] Where Anthony sees himself in the next couple of years[39:22] How Anthony leads his customers[41:47] Success clues from today's conversationHow about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!Join The Morning Meetup: https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 06: Na'Zyia WashingtonI'm sure you know of many powerful female entrepreneurs. I'm also sure you know of young masterminds and business magnates. But how many young (teenage) female entrepreneurs have you known in your life so far? I bet that's not many! Get ready for a light-hearted and inspiring take on entrepreneurship in this episode of Success Leaves Clues. In this episode, I'm proud to introduce to you entrepreneur, student, and athlete, Na'Zyia Washington (also my daughter!). Na'Zyia is the Owner of Flick Factory, Central Virginia's first-ever selfie museum. Today, she talks to me about her tryst with entrepreneurship, her simple and easy take on running a business, life beyond Flick Factory, and the incredible lessons she's learned in her life as an employee (with Dairy Queen) and an entrepreneur. She also shares her interest in styling and beauty and explains how she used Instagram to start her boutique business (her first business). Tune in to the episode to learn about entrepreneurship through the eyes of a powerful businesswoman in the making! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com About Na'Zyia!Na'Zyia Washington is the Founder and Owner of Flick Factory, Central Virginia's first-ever selfie museum. She's a young entrepreneur (still a teenager) who loves athletics, cheering, and modeling as much as she loves her business! Connect with Na'Zyia!Website: https://www.flickfactoryrva.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zyiashakinaaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flickfactoryrva Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington Time Stamps [00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[00:59] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[01:45] Meet Na'Zyia Washington, owner of Flick Factory, the first interactive selfie museum in Richmond, Virginia.[03:20] Na'Zyia talks about her interest in cheering[05:34] Na'Zyia's interest in relay races, 100-meter races, other sports, and freelance modeling[06:23] The places Na'Zyia's been to and her interest in traveling[08:59] The difference in teaching styles between Korea and America, and how Na'Zyia felt about studying in a non-native English school[10:52] Why Na'Zyia loves the competitiveness of the track more than modeling or cheering.[11:53] How sports helped Na'Zyia find her way into business and her coaches' role in the same[12:58] The kind of criticism Na'Zyia has taken in her business and how it's like being a younger woman in business[13:31] How to make your business smooth and easy for yourself[15:30] Na'Zyia's plans for the future[16:33] About Flick Factory[17:55] Na'Zyia on being an entrepreneur at heart[19:04] As someone who's been both an employee (at a boutique shop) and an entrepreneur[19:24] About The Morning Meetup[23:14] Na'Zyia's thoughts on budgeting and investing[23:54] Na'Zyia's experience with Flick Factory in South Korea[27:12] Getting the support[29:04] The lessons Na'Zyia how it feels like being a young female entrepreneur[32:23] What Flick Factory doesHow about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? The Morning Meetup-- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!https://www.themorningmeetup.com/1dollartrial#successleavescluespodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 05: Ryan WilliamsHow does an entrepreneur get from the business idea to the business? Today's guest explains how he just started building on his ideas one by one and reached a point where everything fell into place. In this episode of the Success Leaves Clues podcast, I'm joined by Ryan Williams, Founder of Juice Life RVA, a unique fresh juice business based in Richmond. Ryan explains his story of founding Juice Life and how he left behind his job as a firefighter to pursue his dreams full-time. We also talk about Juice Life's unique cold-press extraction technique, its benefits over centrifugal juicers, the benefits of consuming fruits and vegetables in juice form, the Gerson Therapy, and optimizing your diet for better wellness and nutrition. Tune in to the episode to learn how Ryan chased his business ideas until and even after it materialized! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com About Ryan! Ryan Williams is the Founder of Juice Life RVA, a business that sells fresh juices made using a cold-press extraction technique. Before turning to entrepreneurship, Ryan was a firefighter and had thought of running his fresh juice business as a side hustle. But as fate had it, he gathered together his business ideas for the one-of-a-kind Juice Life RVA and is an incredibly successful entrepreneur today.  Time Stamps[00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[01:00] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[01:47] Meet Ryan Williams, Founder of Juice Life RVA [02:24] What is cold-pressed juice? [02:47] What is a centrifugal juicer? [05:21] Ryan talks about mobile distribution and where the whole idea of his business came from[06:56] Ryan on his decision to be vegan[08:22] Ryan talks about his kids' reaction [10:16] The meaning of Juice Life [13:19] How Ryan comes with different recipes for Juice Life[16:00] Learn about the German-born American physician Dr. Gerson's famous dietary-based cancer therapy called Gerson Therapy[17:31] Ryan explains why he believes you need six juices a day[18:46] From firefighter to business owner[21:30] About The Morning Meetup[22:37] Ryan's inspiring entrepreneurial journey[25:10] Where does the drive to become a better entrepreneur[27:03] Ryan talks about his family members[28:01] How your diet can change your life[31:24] How does Ryan pick his team[33:55] How Ryan gathered his ideas step by step to build a successful business[36:24] Ryan on whether he plans to ship Juice Life juice bottles[42:40] On fitness and training[46:06] Success clues: fasting in your faith, turning your ideas into reality[48:42] Why engulfing yourself in a community helps snowball resources and connections around it Connect with Me! Instagram: @drkwashington Connect with Ryan! Website: www.juiceliferva.comInstagram: @juiceliferva How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 04: Isaiah Taylor A positive mindset and confidence are crucial ingredients in the making of a successful entrepreneur. Whether you're just starting out or have been at it for a while, these will help you stay focused on your goals and keep you going when things get tough. Serial entrepreneur and creator Isaiah Taylor joins me in this episode to break down the lessons he learned in his inspiring journey as an entrepreneur. Isaiah and I talk about several different aspects of his life, including his interest in films and building a full-fledged business (thetayloredminds.com) out of it. He also talks about running a profitable credit business, the secrets behind his impeccable professionalism and how it makes him stand out from the many others in the industry, and the need to have a customer-first approach in your company. If you've ever wished to have an insider look into the life of an incredible businessperson, then this episode is for you! Do not forget to tune in! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! About Isaiah!Isaiah Taylor is the CEO at Taylored Minds Consulting, a firm specialising in providing clients with the proper knowledge to leverage credit. Starting in 2014, he dreamed of becoming an artist, visionary and creator. He turned the idea into reality by founding his film and content creation business, The Taylored Minds. Connect with Isaiah!Website: www.tayloredmindsconsulting.comInstagram: @taylormademillions Connect with Me!Instagram: @drkwashington Time Stamps[00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[00:11] About the Turo car sharing marketplace[01:02] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[01:57] Meet Isaiah Taylor, serial entrepreneur and content creator[03:40] Isaiah shares how he discovered that films were his passion[04:50] Isaiah elaborates on his love to help people from a film perspective[06:48] How to keep your clients coming back to you for your services (and how Isaiah's business does it)[08:23] Isaiah talks about the importance of professionalism and why he nurtures that[10:07] Isaiah's childhood and why his brothers are his greatest inspiration[12:25] Isaiah's interest in sports, including his love for football and basketball[21:00] How to discern good energy[23:00] Why Isaiah believes mindset is everything[24:00] How to set aside your ego and be willing to learn any amount of knowledge from anyone[26:07] Why Isaiah believes knowledge is unending wealth. [26:42] How Isaiah balances his work and family, despite having multiple businesses to manage[28:39] The power of affirmations.[32:55] How to make money and create an impact in people with your work[34:22] What Isaiah teaches his clients with his credit business[39:00] About the Turo car sharing marketplace[42:25] The keys to leading a successful business like IsaiahAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 03: Latoya Washington Today's guest left an incredibly rewarding career as a nurse to prove herself in the real estate industry. Of the many keys to her success are time management and balance. I'm excited to introduce Latoya Washington, who's a real estate mogul, investor, and trainer. She shares her backstory and the life-lessons she learned from that experience. She also shares her love for books, and how it's helped her continuously grow in various aspects of life. If you think a career in real estate is complicated, then this episode will give you the mindset and time management hacks you'll need to change that view. Tune in!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com About Latoya!LaToya Washington is a real estate mogul and investor with Morgan and Co Realty. She assists clients with purchasing and selling homes, and also works with investors looking to expand into real estate. In addition, Latoya does mentoring for startups, teaches first-time homebuyer courses and the pre-license course for getting a real estate license. Connect with Latoya!Website: www.morganandcorealty.comInstagram: @latoyawashington.therealtor Connect with Me!Instagram: @drkwashington Time Stamps[00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[00:38] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[01:23] Meet LaToya Washington, real estate mogul and investor at Morgan and Co.[02:59] LaToya talks about her life before real estate as a nurse and why it was an incredibly rewarding career[03:56] The different ways in which real estate investing can be done[05:48] How Latoya chooses real estate strategies for her clients based on their investment amounts[07:52] Real estate strategies for joint ventures[08:28] How Latoya's nursing career helped her in life[09:37] Why Latoya decided to be a nurse[10:10] Latoya's childhood and her interest in reading, dancing, and coloring[11:29] The books Latoya is reading currently, including Feeding The Soul by Tabitha Brown and Boss Up by Rick Ross, and why she loves reading books.[15:26] About Latoya's company Morgan and Co, the work they do, and how they navigated the pandemic.[17:44] What is meant by an inventory in real estate?[18:38] How is a buyer or a seller affected when a market balances?[21:43] How realtors discover the best offers professionally and authentically[25:33] Latoya on where she sees her business in the next 5 years,[26:58] The Art of Sales and how to be an Effective Realtor[28:34] Why you need to be continuously learning no matter what career path you've chosen[30:28] Latoya's teaching engagements and interests [33:27] Dealing with overwhelm and the importance of underwriting[36:08] Why you should never lie in your mortgage application[38:34] “Everything's negotiable in real estate. If you can think it (through), and both parties agree, then it works.”[39:25] The one thing that has helped Latoya be successful in life and career[40:38] The obstacles Latoya encountered in her career and how she overcame them[49:01] How Latoya balances her time and commitments  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

02: Kerwyn Phillip Success Leaves Clues PodcastToday on the show, we'll listen from Kerwyn Phillip, President and Co-founder of the nonprofit Youth Business Exchange, about his path to building a full-fledged career out of helping children between five and seventeen years, make their way into entrepreneurship. Kerwyn also explains providing financial literacy to high school students, his take on scholarships for children, and how to move forward as a community to encourage conversations on investment with the younger lot.Tune in to get first-hand insights from Kerwyn!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com Connect with Kerwyn Phillip!Instagram: @youthbizxchangeLinkedIn: @Kerwyn Phillip  Connect with Me!nstagram: @drkwashingtonInstagram: @successleavescluespodcast Time Stamps[00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[00:38] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[01:33] Meet Kerwyn Phillip, Author of Malik's First Job: Financial Principles for Teens, and our guest for today's episode[02:17] Kerwyn shares what led him to found the non-profit Youth Business Exchange[02:54] Kerwyn talks about the community-oriented mentorship[04:29] Learn about Kerwyn's non-profit and its operations.[05:16] Kerwyn's experience meeting CJ Walker and their discussion on putting together a business fair.[06:54] How Kerwyn organizes the mailing and operations while working with youth entrepreneurs[08:24] How to get in touch with Kerwyn if you want to be a part of their organization or make donations[09:41] Kerwyn's reasons for writing the book, including creating a resource for young people to use to get better knowledge about money.[11:40] Kerwayn shares his experience being fired from one of his first job interviews because he wasn't dressed properly.[14:49] Why Kerwyn chose Morgan State University and the HBCU for his Undergraduate in Accounting[16:48] Kerwyn on backing off from Stony Brook's football to get into Morgan State University[17:41] Kerwyn on his interest in sports (football and basketball, in particular) and trying to get to Pop Warner[19:42] How sports laid the foundation for Kerwyn's life and business going forward.[21:13] How sports teaches you teamwork[22:25] The next steps in Kerwyn's life, including his upcoming books and podcast.[23:46] Financial literacy in high schools and where we stand concerning the same today[25:07] Kerwyn on his involvement with schools and teaching experience[25:47] About Kerwyn's upcoming podcast called Malik's First Job Podcast.[27:15] Kerwyn's thoughts on Virginia's 529 program from a financial standpoint[29:15] Why you need to take scholarships more seriously. [31:12] Kerwyn's financial advice for investing in your children[33:09] Having investment conversations with children[36:58] Why we need to live as a communityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Brian J. Nichols If you recount on the gazillion memories from your childhood, we're sure at least a quarter of those would involve your favorite teacher. And that's part of the reason why they say a teacher can quite remarkably change your life! Today's guest is Dr. Brian Nichols, a lifelong educator and currently the Superintendent at New Kent County Public Schools, Virginia. He digs into his childhood and experiences growing up, explains how he fell in love with teaching, and how his favorite English teacher at school saved his life as a kid. We also discuss the power of the community, life as a Superintendent, and learn how he coaches teachers and educators to become a superintendent themselves. Give yourself a little more reason to love and respect your teachers even more -- join in to the episode today! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com About Brian! Brian Nichols is the Superintendent at New Kent County Public Schools. He's been an educator all his life and continues to share his knowledge to serve the community and kids in the best way he can -- after all, great work happens in the community! Connect with Brian! Instagram: @brianjnichols Connect with Me! Instagram: @drkwashingtonSuccess Leaves Clues Podcast Instagram: @successleavescluespodcast  Time Stamps [00:00] A Sneak Peek into the episode[00:38] About our Sponsor, Morgan and CO[01:30] Meet Brian Nichols, Superintendent at Team New Kent County Public Schools, and our guest for today's episode[01:51] How Brian was saved by Miss Hoffman, his English teacher at school. In his words, “Change is not this magical thing, it can be a moment, we remember moments. She's my moment. And she's why I behave the way I do, why I have the way I do, I try to, you know, pour into people the way I do.”[05:00] Why great work happens in the community, in conversations, at work[06:41] Brian defines his joy[07:42] How the job of a Superintendent at New Kent looks like and how they make sure that kids achieve and have opportunities.[09:56] How does a teacher positively influence the lives of their students?[11:47] How Brian overcame his life's most challenging times to become who has become today[13:03] How to accept your flaws and become comfortable in your skin[14:15] Brian details his interest in sports and why he believes that athletics are a huge part of why kids come to school and stay connected.[17:14] Brian and his team -- why they believe that ‘smart is something you'd become'[18:47] What is the average tenure of a Superintendent in Virginia?[20:39] Brian on being a ‘people person'[21:22] How does Brian manage over 2000 people?[23:09] Brian talks about his way of having ‘focussed months'[23:44] How can you, as a teacher, learn to become a superintendent?[28:09] What can parents do to support the school system and teachers better?[29:58] Why every kid needs to be in a career that gets them excited[32:15] Why you should not put yourself or any other individual in a strict lane in life[36:49] The challenges of being a superintendent  Thank you for tuning in to Success Leaves Clues PodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Success Leave Clues Podcast fills the gap between the what and the how, it provides the art to the science!Don't continue to be stuck in Business and Entrepreneurship when there are Clues you can follow. Why recreate the wheel when you can follow a blueprint and template that works. The Podcast Host Dr. K, is like a detective on the beat finding clues by digging deep into the success stories of those who have already paved the way."LET'S FIND SOME CLUES!"Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 40 Lindsay SmithThe world today is rightly obsessed with investments of different kinds – real estate, stocks, and whatnot. But most tend to underestimate the one investment that can give us unbelievable benefits: life insurance. That is why I have Lindsay Smith on the show today. She is an insurance broker and investor and the author of "Creating Wealth Through Life Insurance", in which she breaks down the lessons from her experience in the insurance sector. Lindsay has worked in the entertainment industry before adventing into insurance full-time. Owing to the limited options in a 9 to 5 job, she decided to drop the idea of pursuing marketing and advertising altogether and decided to pursue finance and insurance. Now, as a self-employed professional + author, she teaches people how to protect their families and build generational wealth. This conversation will open your eyes to the innumerous benefits of using life insurance as a part of your generational wealth building strategy!Lindsay gets underneath the reason for dearth of information about insurance and why it's a huge underutilization of the available financial gain strategies. She also breaks the myths surrounding insurance of different kinds, explains insurance plans for the specially abled people, and educates us on the points to know before purchasing an insurance package and how it works from the inside out.Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.comSuccess Clues From Today's Episode●       Have the courage to step out of a profession if you no longer want to pursue it.●       Give back knowledge; do your bit to help others succeed in their lives. Let the chain continue. About Lindsay!Lindsay Smith is an Insurance Broker and Investor. She is also the Author of "Creating Wealth Through Life Insurance", in which she talks about the types of Life Insurance policies available that you can use to move a step forward in your journey to financial freedom. Connect With Lindsay!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaysmiththeagentBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8R97H4J/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_4Z4P2FD5P9428R0PXD9G_0_nodl?dplnkId=1b6fbcc7-4535-4163-9fc5-f5c76927e171 Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:25] Meet Lindsay[00:58] About Lindsay's interest and enthusiasm for the insurance sector[02:59] Does Lindsay's insurance policies include anything for the specially abled?[04:29] How the insurance policy for the specially-abled works[07:01] Lindsay's initial choice of career – marketing – and how she eventually turned to insurance[08:46] A different way to do influencer marketing[11:33] Lessons from Lindsay's book “Creating Wealth Through Life Insurance”[13:36] Are we short on information about life insurance?[18:48] Breaking down the life insurance contract[20:23] Important points to know about your life insurance policy[21:40] Scam or not scam in insurance – How do you assess?[24:15] The lesser known benefits of a life insurance plan[26:28] The other side of the insurance industry[29:04] Marketing and selling insurance policies[30:36] Did Lindsay have to almost restart her business? Her experience building the broker portfolio.[33:21] The importance of being a good agent and how that makes the planning and execution easy for clients[38:15] Consistency builds value – even in the case of life insurance policies[39:55] Dispelling an insurance myth (job insurance)[44:57] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: generational wealth, insuranceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 39 Jordan Berry What comes to your mind first when you hear 'laundromat'? Let me tell you that the dark, dirty image of a place that comes to mind first has much more to it than you've ever thought.For starters, the laundromat business could be an excellent stream of passive income, as my guest for today's episode, Jordan Berry, reveals. As a pastor-cum-laundromat entrepreneur, Jordan explains his journey to increase his finances in a way that didn't require him to be fully invested in it. This thought was passed on to him by his wife, who he regards as a strong force in his professional journey.The laundromat (self-service laundry) business is community-centered, so the focus must be on creating a clean and safe space for different people to do laundry. Jordan gets into the different things he did wrong when starting out on his business, how he fixed them, and what his plans with the future of the business are. Tune in to the episode now!  Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode●       It is great to have a partner to support your business venture, like Jordan's wife in his case.●       Entrepreneurship requires a lot of faith. You have to believe that things will turn out well in the end. About Jordan!Jordan Berry is a pastor and an investor in Laundromats. He is the Founder of Laundromat Resources.Connect With Jordan!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laundromatresource/ Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:26] Meet [01:44] How Jordan got into the laundromat business[03:16] Making money without putting all your time into it[05:22] Life as a pastor and working in youth ministry[06:21] The roles, responsibilities, and duties of a pastor[08:05] Are people with a nurturing nature generally drawn to the laundromat business?[09:11] The pitfalls of a laundromat business[12:14] Getting started with the laundromat business[12:51] The risks in doing a laundromat business, including capital intensivity[16:18] The mistakes, competition, and challenges to succeeding in a laundromat business[17:34] How to make sure not to unknowingly cause a split in your customer base among competitors[19:07] Learning from mistakes and finding people who've made similar mistakes, [21:14] How to succeed in the laundromat industry[24:10] Financial freedom with the laundromat business[25:03] Sharing your knowledge with others so they can benefit from it too[27:55] How Jordan's wife stood beside him during the humps in the learning curve[31:16] Success clues from today's episode KW Used: self-service laundry, laundromat, InvestAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 38 StephenDid you know that 95% of people in this country will never be able to retire the way they want to? The reason? Lack of a proper understanding of how money works! It shouldn't come as a surprise then that banks make 400%-1600% returns on the money YOU invest with them!Join my super-intelligent guest and incredibly knowledgeable investor Stephen Nagy on the Success Leaves Podcast today as he discusses money in unbelievable detail and shares the one secret to becoming a financially free individual: becoming your own bank!With his extremely thoughtful analysis of money, he founded a "dating community" for money called The Private Money Club, a community of borrowers and lenders to allow individuals better control over their money. He discusses all that, his decision to start real estate investing, and how the journey garnered the explosive success it has today. From starting his career as a financial advisor and then becoming a car dealer before learning about investing, Stephen's life is full of invaluable lessons to imbibe! Listen in!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.comSuccess Clues From Today's Episode●       Do not be afraid to invest in yourself. ●       Build and maintain healthy professional relationships. Your network is valuable in your real estate career.●       Opt out of a scarcity mindset. Sharing knowledge is more powerful than you know.About Stephen!Stephen Nagy is an Investor and the Founder of BYOB and The Private Money Club.Connect With Stephen!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheRealSNagy/ Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro [00:26] Meet Stephen Nagy[00:55] About Stephen's The Money Club and the idea behind it[03:33] Making private money lending and borrowing easier and more accessible to people[05:54] The reality of the job of a financial advisor[06:40] Why our retirement plans need to change and how to go about it[10:18] Stephen's reasons for venturing into real estate investing[11:55] Lessons from Rich Dad Poor Dad that Stephen implements in his life[14:36] Being your own bank[14:52] Understanding money, wealth killers, and the need for financial education[16:38] What does 401(k) do?[19:07] How to take advantage of the different money options available today: Self-directing retirement funds, tax elimination[21:31] How inflation impacts people[25:03] The infinite banking concept: Be your own bank![28:28] Some EXTREMELY valuable resources Stephen insists you look up for financial education[32:14] Less than 2% of all term policies actually pay out[37:19] Stephen explains his ‘why' behind everything he does in life[34:43] Stephen's systems and processes behind running franchises[38:05] The similarities in all of our entrepreneurial journeys and what to learn from them [38:36] How does becoming your own bank tie up with The Money Club's agenda[44:01] Why relationships are the most important part of a real estate business[45:11] The happenings in Buffalo right now[48:42] Details about Stephen's November seminars[49:31] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: real estate investing, Become Your Own Bank, Life InsuranceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 37 SaenWe're all given 24 hours a day. Whatever happens of our life is dependent entirely on what we decide to make of that time consciously, every passing day, as my guest for today's episode, Saen Higgins, explains.Saen wears many hats – he's an author, speaker, coach, serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and wealth strategist. And he manages all his roles responsibly with uttermost dedication. This is all thanks to his excellent planning and time management skills!Saen believes in planning every day of his week. He even reveals sitting down every Friday to plan his following week. He remarks that going by the flow is never an option if you have things to achieve and dreams to chase in this life!Listen to our conversation on the Success Leaves Podcast today and learn about Saen's inspiring journey to success, including the different challenges he faced in his personal and professional life and how he learned from his mistakes to finally get to his dreams and make the impossible possible! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode●       Cultivating discipline is one of the first things to do if you would like to be successful. ●       Reading is an essential skill to develop if you would like to be successful.  About Saen!Saen Higgins is an author, speaker, coach, serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and wealth strategist. He is the CEO and Founder of the Wealth Formula Academy. Connect With Saen!Website: https://saen360.com Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:25] Meet Saen Higgins and learn about his journey to becoming a highly regarded real estate investor[04:26] The importance of cultivating a good reading habit[10:21] The importance of planning in life[16:33] Making your days count and making time for things that matter[20:25] What “conscious capitalism” is all about[22:05] Why Saen continues to keep his learning curve rising by investing in learning and knowledge acquisition[25:36] The manipulative nature of the media[27:54] How the tricky SEO of the media causes scary mind manipulations[32:21] Saen's kickoff book suggestions [36:50] An assessment of needs and necessities from an investment standpoint[39:11] The importance of learning from your mistakes[46:28] Saen's philanthropic activities and goals for the future[50:21] Being your own boss to change your world and subsequently others'[53:28] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: good reading habit, wealth building, wealth strategistAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 36 KeithOwning both your strengths and weaknesses gives you the power to move forward in life confidently. And it is evident in the life story of Keith, my entrepreneur-boxer guest for this episode of Success Leaves Clues.Coming from a boxer-artist family gave him an edge on those skills, some he had by birth, and some he developed professionally. He was also well-off financially. But despite his upper-middle class background, which in reality, created a “soft existence” for him, he faced multiple challenges in life. The first of them probably being Lyme disease.When most of his pals were getting ready to go to college, working jobs, or having girlfriends, Keith saw his life fall apart because of the disease. He felt like a loser devoid of any self-worth. But in the years that followed, Keith turned the thought around in his mind by slowly building up his self-worth and ultimately his personal brand by becoming a renowned entrepreneur with his own boxing gym, called the Keppner Boxing Gym.Listen to this episode to hear Keith's personal and professional growth and the trajectory it took to get him to where he is today!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode●       Have clarity in life: whether it's your relationships or business. It helps you move forward and see where you're going.●       Learning to forgive can allow you to free up space in your mind.●       It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to achieve real success in life. About Keith!Keith Keppner is a Professional Boxing Coach and the owner of Keppner Boxing Gym.Connect With Keith!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachkeithkeppner Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. KTime Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:25] Meet Keith Keppner, boxing entrepreneur[01:07] How a good coach tunes your mind into seeing what you can and cannot control[02:50] How complexity holds you back from execution[05:33] On boxing and art: Skills he inherited from his parents[07:35] Life before being diagnosed with Lyme disease and the feeling after it came out in the light[10:12] The reason Keith felt liberated after the diagnosis[11:25] On his boxing training and doing it competitively and his father's personal reasons for getting into it[13:34] How the desire to be the world champion in boxing came to Keith[16:30] The importance of a coach or mentor in your life[16:51] How the experience and knowledge of the elderly helps everyone else[17:42] How Keith's mentor transformed his boxing career for good [20:20] The diversity of people Keith is coaching[22:17] Keith on where his business stood at the time of passing away of his father and how he took it from there[23:23] The greatest friend and mentor: What Keith's father was to him and how he has helped him reach where he has today[27:48] Self-reflection, regret, and moving on: How Keith coped with the death of his father[29:49] How the role of a parent changes a person [34:43] Keith's systems and processes behind running franchises[38:05] The similarities in all of our entrepreneurial journeys and what to learn from them[40:16] The car and the bicycle analogy that explain the challenges to running and growing a business[44:59] The secret to continually striving for growth and following your purpose [46:48] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: importance of a coachAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 35 Christina LaelChristina Lael, Founder of Lael Tax, LLC, is one of only 60 people in America certified by the American Institute of Certified Tax Planners. Starting her corporate journey in the Accounting wing of a Fortune 500 company to gradually progressing into a winning entrepreneur-cum-tax expert, Christina's journey is a lesson for anyone willing to succeed in the tax department. Christina sits with me for today's episode of Success Leaves Clues and throws light on reducing your business' tax liability legally using her specialized program, Freedom Tax Plans. She gets into the different plans, offerings, and benefits of the same, giving you a 360-degree experience of it. You'll also learn about the various free course programs she offers + some of the intelligent thinking used in her tax-saving methodologies. Listen in!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.comAbout Christina!Christina Lael is the Founder of Lael Tax, LLC, where she helps attorneys, lawyers, partners, and tax firms legally reduce their tax liability by using expert strategies and principles in the tax code.Connect With Christina!Website: https://freedomtax.io/Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. KTime Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:27] Meet Christina, Founder of Lael Tax, LLC[03:22] Christina's journey in the corporate world, starting with a Fortune 500 company in their accounting department[03:48] How Christina helped individuals and businesses alike save money on taxes with her unique program called ‘Freedom Tax Plans'[05:50] Christina's way of saving money on taxes: increasing your business expenses without spending money, for example[08:10] The different ways to structure your business and the software, methodologies, and tips for the same without changing your business structure[10:22] Christina's path to entrepreneurship and the lessons from her corporate career that helped in the same[12:04] The ways to build a fantastic team for your business[13:13] The hire slow, fire fast principle [15:20] Plans for Christina's future amid The Great Resignation[16:57] How to improve your processes: Learning from mistakes, communicating better, optimizing your time[18:20] How Christina's Freedom Tax Plan works[19:52] Reporting more income and other IRS details[22:34] Freedom Tax Plans' one-on-one tax saving strategy help, tax plans, and more that you can utilize [24:02] How to know how much of deductions you actually want and how losses are carried forward[27:10] Christina shares about her dad's tech background[28:16] How exactly 'Freedom Tax Plans' plans on helping its clients[29:23] Documenting your deductions without the guesswork + Christina's app ‘Lael' tax that helps with the same[32:36] Freedom Tax Plans is for ANY business ownerKW Used: tax liability, tax planning, tax deductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 34 w/Austin JosieContrary to popular opinion, Austin Josie, owner of EVIG Marketing and Rize Academy, does not believe success has to be fast-paced. Success, to him, is about checking the goal posts slowly – one forward step at a time, introspecting and reflecting on the lessons learned in your journey so far.Leaving behind his accounting job to pursue his marketing interest, Austin founded EVIG Marketing. With considerable knowledge in two business domains – accounting and marketing – which most entrepreneurs lack interest and information in, he already set himself for the success he later enjoyed with the business. Thanks to his excellent networking skills, sometime down the line, the owners of the Ritz company approached him for their marketing needs and ended up proposing to him to co-own their company. Today, as an entrepreneur who's tasted a wealth of success, Austin reveals his biggest success clues, including his driving factors other than money and the importance of moving at a pace that doesn't burn you out.Tune in to learn the secrets to exceptional marketing and entrepreneurship and the powerful role of networking in it.  As I say, "Your network determines your net worth." It transformed Austin's life and could do the same to yours!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.comSuccess Clues From Today's Episode●       Achieving success takes some thinking beyond monetary goals.●       Your health and wellness are more important than anything else in life. ●       Self-reflection and self-awareness are critical to your success. About Austin!Austin Josie is an entrepreneur and marketing professional. He is the owner of EVIG Marketing and Rize Academy. Connect With Austin!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinrjosie Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro [00:52] Meet Austin and learn how he ties together the different roles he plays in life[02:48] The benefits of networking in helping you find a shortcut to success[05:19] Why mentors have to be experienced in what they guide others on[07:15] How the mentor-mentee relationship looks like at Rize[09:23] What roles and responsibilities most entrepreneurs enjoy and don't enjoy taking up[11:55] The cons of not knowing the accounting side of your business[13:30] The mentor who helped Austin transition into entrepreneurship [16:19] Leaving his accounting job to start a marketing firm[17:59] Keeping your job while running your business: Why it's one of the most realistic ways to start out as an entrepreneur today[20:18] Did Austin's accounting background hinder or help him in his entrepreneurial journey?[22:30] How Austin came to realize that a lot more needed to be done for his business[23:49] The kind of life Austin desires and aims to design[26:00] The downsides of becoming a workaholic and gaining clarity on the purpose behind all the hard work you put in[27:15] How to gauge success in marketing[29:54] Measuring online sales and the traction gained on different social media platforms (and why it's important)[31:01] Who does Austin provide his company's services for?[32:25] Why Austin believes his life is in a transition period right now[33:39] The freedom of time that entrepreneurship brings in and how Austin is currently enjoying it[35:11] The future of Rize[37:25] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: benefits of networking; Marketing; Mentorship; Million Dollar MentorshipAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 33 AshleyAshley Wynn-Grimes had always wanted to become a nurse. Everything about her career was therefore fixed right during her high-school years when she'd decided to pursue nursing. And once she became one, she loved every bit of it. But though the desire to help and care for people remained strong even 14 years after she began her career, she started to become bored of it.When Ashley was increasingly growing bored of her job, she rejoined a previous hospital for the third time. The best thing about the hospital was that every time she joined there, she was in a period of transition. The first time, she joined as a nurse technician, the second time she joined there, she was doing her Master's, and the third time, she was transitioning into an entrepreneur. Realizing the medicinal benefits of cannabis, Ashley decided to make a full-time career educating nurses and hospitals about it, leading her to found Cannabis Nursing Solutions as a first-time entrepreneur. Tune in to today's episode of Success Leaves Clues to hear Ashley's novel journey into becoming a successful entrepreneur, helping fellow nurses grow in their careers!Someone said it right that life is short. If you realize some time that you're in the wrong place, quit it and move on!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: www.morganandcorealty.comSuccess Clues From Today's Episode●       Care and compassion are essential values for anyone in the nursing profession and in life in general.●       Self-reflection: You must learn to take a moment every once in a while to assess who you are, where you are mentally, and where you are in your career. I think that really helped, as well. Entrepreneurship requires you to assess every step of your journey.●       A successful person is led forward by the desire to educate people to help them achieve their dreams.About Ashley!Ashley Wynn-Grimes is the owner of Cannabis Nursing Solutions. She is a nurse turned entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience in nursing.Connect With Ashley!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabisnursingsolutionsConnect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. KTime Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:27] Meet Ashley, Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions[01:14] How Ashley got into cannabis research and nursing[02:19] Dealing with cultural bullying[04:50] Facing cyber threat, its impact on her mental health, and the subsequent decision to quit her job[08:20] How compassion led Ashley to pursue nursing as a career [10:02] “Life is short. If you wake up one day and realize that you're in the wrong place, or this isn't for you, I think it's time to go.”[10:20] The journey from nursing to entrepreneurship[13:27] Self-reflection as a means to propel your career[14:45] The financial challenges of getting into entrepreneurship and how Ashley figured it out[15:47] How a cyber fraud and pay cut affected Ashley's family[16:57] Making cannabis a Unique Selling Proposition for personal brands[17:32] The benefits and medicinal properties of cannabis[21:07] Educating nurses and hospitals about the medicinal value of cannabis[23:56] The different steps in Ashley's cannabis training program for nurses [26:28] How does Ashley's training program help nurses?[27:37] Separating the good and bad cannabinoids[28:57] How can nurses benefit from Ashley's cannabis training in their daily practice?[30:49] Ashley on where her business is growing and her next steps with it[32:19] Ashley's on her different magazine features[34:14] Success clues from today's episode  KW Used: medicinal properties of cannabisAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 32: Tanya KelkerHow to Start a Brazilian Wax BusinessIdeas are infinite. As long as we're thinking, our brain introduces internal conversations that often spark serious thought. But what separates a good idea from a business idea? How do you know if your idea can grow into “business levels”? Discover your audience. Do you have *people who want your service*? Then your business idea would, for sure, take off, no matter how taboo the conversation around it is!Meet Tanya Kelker, Founder, and Owner of Body Party Studios, a thriving, unique beauty and intimate skincare business at Jackson, Mississippi, as she joins me in this episode of Success Leaves Clues. Tanya narrates her life's journey and the pivots in her career, moving from accounting to turning an entrepreneur in the beauty industry, having conversations considered taboo (but also necessary). You'll take away many valuable nuggets of information, including the power of continuous learning, paid mentorship, and pouring life onto other people. As Tanya shares her process of setting up and growing Body Part Studios and hiring people for it, you'll also get first-hand information about building a business effectively.Check out the episode now!Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.comAbout Tanya!Tanya Kelker is the Founder and Owner of Body Party Studios, an intimate skincare services business that offers wax and beauty studios, traditional and non-traditional spas, and related services to help people feel good about their bodies. Tanya has an accounting background, which she left to pursue her dream of becoming a beauty entrepreneur.Connect With Tanya!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeautyaccountantConnect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashingtonHost: Dr. KTime Stamps[00:02] Intro [00:50] Meet Tanya Kelkar, owner of Body Party Studios, an intimate skincare services business[01:51] For most of us, intimate skincare is an awkward conversation to have. But Tanya reveals that many people are secretly on the lookout for people with who they can have these conversations.[02:31] Tanya shares how she discovered her unique business idea by accident. She fell into her purpose when she realized there was so much taboo around a necessary topic.[05:01] Is the beauty and skincare industry still biased towards the white?[06:21] Tanya talks about her training classes, trademark techniques, and offerings for people who want to join her studio or work independently in the beauty industry.[07:35] How do you join Tanya's training and courses?[09:07] Tanya explains her journey from the accounting industry to the beauty industry and how she discovered a passion for the latter after knowing its impact on the customers[10:06] The benefits of intimate waxing[14:07] What skills do you need to thrive in the intimate skincare industry? Tanya explains bedside manners and customer service as essential skills to have.[16:16] What it feels like developing a person into an entrepreneur and Tanya's preferences when hiring people for her business[18:29] Tanya explains why she pays premium salaries to even beginners and her respect for other people's time[19:26] From an accountant's perspective[21:29] Transitioning from accounting to the beauty industry[27:58] On relationships and how to separate work and personal relationships: Tanya talks about respecting your partner and putting personal things aside when working with an ex-partner.[30:59] Why is it hard to see yourself as a business owner? [32:09] The most challenging aspects of delegating responsibilities as a business owner[33:20] How to discover if a person is a right fit for a job and what happens when they're not[34:43] Tanya is an enthusiastic learner; she explains how she strives to be the best version of herself in her life's journey[36:57] Identifying the potential in people and encouraging them when they approach you[38:05] "I don't need you to be me. I want you to be the best you you can be."[39:11] Tanya talks about her mentors[40:33] Tanya shares how she found her best coaches and mentors.[42:04] Free vs. paid mentors and how you benefit from paid mentorship[44:50] Paid mentorship is about access and exposure; you get to know the in-betweens and beyond-the-scenes of their coaching program[48:27] Major milestones and the next steps in Tanya's business[51:51] Success clues from today's episodeKW Used: unique business idea, Brazilian wax, self-care, self careAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 31 Sidney LucasDid you know that your success depends a lot on the people you surround yourself with? A successful person always moves forward with a strong vision and mission. Not only do they know where they're going, but they know who they must let into their lives that would help them succeed in their goals.Today's episode of Success Leaves Clues features Sidney Lucas, an entrepreneur, home inspector, and successful podcaster. Lucas shares what steps he took, the choices he made, and the mindset he cultivated to attain the success he has today. Tuning in to the episode, you'll learn to discover your end goal, exit plan, strategy, methodology, and processes that would get you to the success you've always desired.Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode●       A good team and company culture are crucial to the success of your business. Success begins when you start to envision what you want to be seen as your brand.●       You must have proper systems and processes in place.●       Have a strong mission and vision. Know where you're going with all the work that you're doing.About Sidney Lucas!Sidney Lucas is the owner of the Home Inspection Company, 360 Home Inspections and is the host and founder of the podcast, The Unbiased Truth. Connect With Sidney Lucas!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/360inspectionsva Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps[00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[02:27] Who you surround yourself with matters for your success[03:28] What does it take to surround yourself with the right people?[06:07] Why it's a struggle trying to explain yourself to some people and how instead to go about it[07:58] Sidney's journey to becoming a home inspector and how it emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people good for your life and career[12:57] The two main changes brought in by technology into his business[16:21] “If you're the smartest person in the room, then you're in the wrong room.”[17:31] What it takes to implement a change and how to evaluate how a change impacts the people working for you[22:33] The importance of hiring people who understand and are fit for your company's mission[23:00] How do you find the balance between hiring the right people for your company and continuing to grow your company? Would you have to give up on one to get the other?[26:32] How client interaction looks like in the home inspection sector[26:45] Mindset matters – “It's the same for everybody – Are you a home inspector who happens to own a business, or your business person who happens to be a home inspector? And when you apply that mindset to it, your doors are going to open, you know, your growth is going to go through the roof.”[28:25] About our sponsor, Morgan and Co Realty[31:52] Shortfall of a lot of people who start a business – the exit plan[33:38] How to figure out the way to get going with your vision and why it's important[36:11] Success Clues from today's episode  KW Used: systems and processes Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 30 Welby Accely The real estate industry is the best place for dreamers, provided they know what it takes to fulfil their dreams. It's one thing to be attracted to the sheen, but another to dive into the industry with a zest to win + succeed. In a career that saw him fail multiple times, give in to losses, and experience mental and financial crises, Welby Accely saw the real estate industry clearly enough to know what it takes to stand strong. In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, join me as I interview Welby, a passionate real estate investor and mentor. Welby describes his entry into the world, the financial and mental challenges experienced, and the impeccable lessons he learned from his time in it. You'll learn the scary, rewarding, and uncertain sides of real estate and see why there's no shortcut to learning in a profession like it. And when deciding to choose your mentor, know that there's a difference between theory and real-life application. Learn from someone who knows the trade well. Listen to the episode now to learn it all! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com  Success Clues From Today's Episode ●     Resilience – Get back up after every failure. Welby didn't give up, despite falling thrice.●     Get over your fear – it paralyzes you, holds you back. Press forward even if you know you're scared.●     Find a mentor who knows the ins and outs of the game well. It would save you a lot of time and help you find success sooner than if you were to do it alone.  About Welby! Welby Accely is a Real Estate Investor and Mentor who's flipped over a 100 homes in the last 4 years and used the profits to buy rentals for passive income Connect With Welby!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atmybest197  Connect with Me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K  Time Stamps [00:00] Sneak-peek into the episode[00:43] Getting into the real estating industry drawing inspiration from his Godfather[04:23] Financial freedom and the joy that comes with a profession like real estate[05:59] Facing the scary side of real estate everyday and succeeding despite it[06:56] Why Welby calls the subprime mortgage era to be “horrendous”: high interest rates, high closing fees, and just a lot of stress[08:41] Realizing that cash flow is the ultimate goal of rental properties[10:11] Losing his rental property to foreclosure + what he could have done right to prevent it from happening[16:44] Fighting simultaneously for your life and pride as a real estate investor – how the journey looked like for Welby[18:45] Irrespective of the root cause, the effects of the real estate business economy remains the same. Prepare yourself for the avalanche knowing it will come.[22:06] Understanding the real estate game before diving headfirst into it[24:27] What Welby learned by failing thrice in real estate and how he got back up after each fall[25:11] Resiliency and the power of education in real estate – how to have the necessary skills in your arsenal always[29:42] Understanding that there's a difference between theory and application when it comes to any field, even real estate. You must make sure you're learning from someone who knows their game thoroughly[31:37] The slowdown experienced in the real estate business due to the pandemic and how things are building up for Welby now[36:59] Asking for the compensation you're worth in any job or business[40:28] Success Clues from today's episode  KW Used: real estate industry, Fix and Flip, real estate investorAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy