The best lessons are learned through failure. Each week we interview successful entrepreneurs on the worst deal they've ever participated in.
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A show about life-changing business acquisitions and founders who don't follow the Silicon Valley narrative. These stories will inspire you to think differently about how you build your business. And if an exit is in your future, you'll learn practical tips about how to get there. Hosted by Alexis Grant, founder & CEO of They Got Acquired, and produced by Laura Boach.
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The Minority Trailblazer is a weekly podcast posted every Thursday hosted by Greg E. Hill (www.GregEHill.com). This podcast is dedicated to minorities who are blazing a trail in a variety of industries such as education, business, comedy, entrepreneurship, etc. My goal is to share their stories in hopes to inspire, educate, and ultimately encourage others to live with purpose and passion.
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How much do companies like yours sell for? How to find out (bonus)
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We’re launching something new at They Got Acquired — and we’re back with a short bonus episode to tell you about it. We usually focus on stories of other entrepreneurs and how they're building their businesses. But today, we explain what we're working on. To see the reports we reference in this episode, visit: http://TheyGotAcquired.com/reports For…
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Donald Spann's goal was time freedom. He got it by building a virtual call center
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From a young age, Donald Spann wanted to become an entrepreneur because he wanted two simple things: time freedom and financial stability. Thanks to an over seven-figure exit from Vicky Virtual Receptionists, he achieved this goal. But getting there was full of twists and turns. Listen to learn how a random Reddit thread, a cleaning business and a …
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Can you sell a business based on a personal brand? Lauren Gaggioli did
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Like so many founders, Lauren Gaggioli had been heads down in her Higher Scores Test Prep business for so long, she didn’t realize how valuable it was. She wanted to know: was this course business sellable? In this episode, you’ll learn how Lauren leveraged her podcast, consistent passive income, SEO traffic, list size, and course offerings to exit…
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How a 7-hour workweek led to Anna Maste’s 7-figure sale
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How far can seven hours a week take your business? For Anna Maste and Marianne Edwards, it led to a seven-figure deal that funded Marianne’s retirement. Learn how this mother-daughter duo bootstrapped a membership site for RVers called Boondockers Welcome — and along the way, redefined what entrepreneurship can look like. For more stories like this…
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From hot dog stand to 8-figure exit: How Sam Parr built and sold The Hustle
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Sam Parr catapulted to celebrity status within the startup world when he sold a daily newsletter called The Hustle for a reported 8 figures. But how did this down-to-earth guy with no previous media experience build such a valuable company? This episode breaks down that story. You’ll hear exactly how Sam Parr went from being a scrappy college kid w…
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When’s the right time to exit? Jon Hainstock on selling ZoomShift
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Is there a right time to sell your business? This was what Jon Hainstock and his co-founder, Ben Bartling, had to figure out when they were planning their exit from ZoomShift. Learn how they chose the right moment to agree to a 7-figure deal — and how they approached building one of the top small business scheduling softwares on the market. For mor…
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Lexi Grant on the acquihire and 6-figure asset sale that led to They Got Acquired
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Lexi Grant didn’t start her first or second business with the goal of selling them one day. She was just doing what she does best: bootstrapping content companies from the ground up. But thanks to an acquihire that thrust her career forward, and a six-figure exit from a side project called The Write Life, Lexi knows just how meaningful an acquisiti…
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From failed startup to 6-figure exit: Manuel Frigerio’s ReferralHero journey
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The marketing software ReferralHero wouldn’t exist if Manuel Frigerio hadn’t built his previous startup — one that ultimately failed. But thanks to Manuel’s ability to listen to customers’ needs and pivot at the right moment, he built ReferralHero and sold it for 6 figures. Learn how Manuel used each business he built to springboard to his next big…
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The gutsy cold pitch that landed Laura Roeder a 7-figure deal
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Laura Roeder didn’t use a broker, M&A advisor, or marketplace to sell the social media scheduling tool, MeetEdgar. She found her buyer the same way she’d found success throughout her career: with a gutsy cold pitch. Learn how she and her husband, Chris Williams, built and sold the platform for seven figures — and how they did it without sacrificing…
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Take a sneak peek at our They Got Acquired podcast with this Season 1 trailer. Host Lexi Grant takes you behind the scenes of companies that sell for 6, 7 or low-8 figures — the kinds of exits that don’t usually get splashy headlines but can be life-changing for founders. For more stories like this one, sign up for newsletter: https://TheyGotAcquir…
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Ep 137: Watch The Throne:The Art of Branding in Entertainment w/ Next Level Founder Herc
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In episode 137 of the Minority Trailblazer Podcast, Hercules Conway II of Nx Level Entertainment talks his entrepreneurship journey and living life to the fullest. A Jacksonville, NC native, Herc talks about the power of your circle, and the voices of those around you, open-mindedness in business, and tough lessons that he has learned in business. …
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Ep 136: The Niched Down Business: Creating Wealth via Virtual Call Centers w/ Donald T. Spann
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Donald T. Spann joins the Minority Trailblazer Podcast for episode 139! Spann is a minority entrepreneur, who has had four businesses acquisitions at age 35. He recently sold his latest acquisition with Vicky Virtual, a virtual call center for seven figures in 2019. Spann also talks about navigating in business and using entrepreneurship to build h…
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Ep 135: Yesterday you Said Tommorow: Get Your Life w/Lydia Blanco
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Lydia T. Blanco is a San Francisco, California native, and in Episode 134 of the Minority Trailblazer Podcast she tells her journey of overcoming poverty and gang violence to becoming successful in the business entertainment industry and having a successful business podcast. She also gives advice on overcoming self-doubt, owning who you are and hol…
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Ep 134: Moving Your Breaking Point: Learning to Lose to Humbly Win w/Colton Palmer
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Colton Palmer is a Durham, NC native and in Episode 136 of the Minority Trailblazer Podcast, he talks about how he translates his success in wrestling at Riverside High School as a state champion and NC State in college to the professional business world. He talks about pushing yourself, bouncing back after defeat and execution to help build succes…
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Ep 133: Lift as you climb: Black Fathers, Black Community, Black Music w/ Pierce Freelon
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Pierce Freelon is a Durham, NC native, who is focused on leaving an impact in communities against violence and leader of the Black Men's Summit. In episode 133 of the Minority Trailblazer Podcast, Freelon talks about accountability and staying true to your word as a man and a professional, while building and setting goals to achieve as a business l…
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Ep 132: Prospering on the Low & the Con of Authenticity in the Digital Age w/Jakiya Brown-Thiaw
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Jakiya Brown-Thiaw joins the Minority Trailblazer podcast for episode 132. Jakiya talks about her brand, The Traveling Fro, which is a brand and marketing strategist company. Jakiya talks about her journey from corporate work to building her own brand, while helping others build their brand.By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 131: Owning Your Journey while Building a Multi Million Dollar cleaning Business/Ciara Lilly
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Greensboro,NC native Ciara Lilly joins the Minority Trailblazer podcast for episode 129! In this episode, Ciara talks about her company, A Lilly Pad and a Pen. A Lilly Pad and a Pen is a growing small business helping career transitioning professionals. Ciara also talks about how she is navigating growth and moving forward in her career while build…
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Episode 130: No Degree, No Problem: How to Live a Life that Outlives You w/Will Power
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Will Shelton joins the Minority Trailblazer podcast, discussing Will Power, his up and coming Integrated Marketing business for episode 130. Will also discusses the mindset needed to overcome adversity, beating the odds to become successful and the power of believing in yourself.By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 129: First One Out: Owning Your Brand in the Digital Age w/ Attorney Bobby Robinson
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Bobby Robinson joins the Minority Trailblazer podcast for episode 130! Bobby discusses his career as a Business and Intellectual Property Attorney. Bobby also speaks on his background and his work ethic growing up en route to building an empire. Enjoy!By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 128: The Art of Living: Building a Multimillion Dollar Education Agency w/EJ Carrion
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EJ Carrion returns to the podcast as he discusses how he built a multi-million dollar business while being one of the top student success speakers in the world. This is a can't miss podcast where we talk about life, business, and all that in between.Web: https://ejcarrion.com/Company: https://studentsuccess.co/Instagram:h ttps://www.instagram.com/E…
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Ep 127: Vulnerability, Manhood & Health w/ Visual Artist Derrick Beasley
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Sitdown conversation with Bull Cities own Derrick Beasley. This is a deep, calming/triggering, journey amongst two brothers. Listen with intent. Web: http://derrickbeasley.art/derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brobeas/By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 126:Raising 1.2 million+ at 21 to change Healthcare w/Robbie Felton & Evan Jackson of Intus Care
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A legendary episode with 2 young brothers doing their thing in the healthcare space. Raising millions, before 22 and changing the healthcare industry at the same time.Find Intuscare Here:Web: https://www.intuscare.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbie.felton/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/ejackson.1/?hl=en…
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Ep 125: Identify, Adapt, Conquer: Building a Videography Business from Scratch/Khaleel Loyd
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Lloyd visual is one of the hottest video production companies in America led by Khaleel Loyd and his brothers. His story, passion, and strategy have allowed him to work with some of the words biggest brands.Find Khaleel Here:Web: https://loydvisuals.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khaleel.loyd/?hl=en…
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Ep 124: The Energy You Give: Building a Wealth Mindset w/ Rob Boyd
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On this episode Rob & I break down wealth, purpose & investing. Nothing but gems and honesty. I pray you enjoy.Find Rob Here:Web: https://www.empify.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therobboyd/?hl=enBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 123: Knowing Your Worth is NOT Enough: Leveraging Media while Growing Community w/ Chris Colbert
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On this episode Chris & I discuss his career in media, diverse content & growing where your planted.Another Classic Episode!Find Chris Here:Web: https://www.dcpofficial.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriscolbertreport/?By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 122: A Blind Mans Journey w/ Olympian, Lex Gillette
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Classic Interview where Lex walks us through his journey as a blind man, olympian and culture change agent.This podcast changed my perspective on vision forever. Find Lex Here:Web: https://lexgillette.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette/By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 121: Dreams Money CANT buy: Health, Wealth & Advocacy w/Dr.Donte Flanagan
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Classic Episode discussing Nursing, wealth and Life with Dr. Dante Flanagan.More info on Dr.Flanagan -> https://www.drdonteflanagan.com/By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 120: The Year That WAS w/Greg E. Hill , Marcus Bass & Sidney Evans
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Greg is back like he never left.Tackles everything and anything you would want to know as we approach 2022 and ponder the future of the Minority Trailblazer Podcast.Led by Host Marcus Bass & Sidney Evans (https://instagram.com/sevansaudio)Sidenote: I got C-19 during holiday season...Pray for me yall :)…
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A snippet of my story. Excited for the future. Thanks for the love Family.By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 118: From the Kitchen to Target/Walmart & Beyond: The Birth of Scotch Porter w/ Calvin Quallis
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In this show, Calvin Quallis shares how he was able to build one of the top mens skincare and beauty brands in Scotch Porter. He started in his kitchen and now his company has a whole warehouse and distribution in Target and Walmart along with a robust e commerce pipeline. I pray you enjoy the show,Find Scotch Porter & Calvin Quallis Here:Web: www.…
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Ep 117: Legacy Over Resume: Creating A Wealth Team & Mindset w/ George Acheampong
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In this show, George Acheampong shares all his money, wealth, and growth tips in one of the smoothest 75 minutes you will ever listen to. If you are looking to grow financially and as a person then this episode is the 1 for you. #CLASSICFind George Here:Web: https://georgeacheampong.comClothing Web: https://melaninmoney.comInvesting: https://capita…
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Ep 116: Work While You Wait: A Sitdown w/ Famous Los
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In this episode, Greg sits down with Famous Los. We talk passion, Instagram, trolls, and how he went from homeless at 25 to one of the most influential basketball influencers in the world.Find Los Here:Web: https://famouslos32.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/famouslos32Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/famouslos32This show is sponsored by RecDi…
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Ep 115: The Revolution WILL be Televised: Black America in 2020 w/Bree Newsome Bass
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In this episode, Bree Newsome - Bass shares her thoughts on racism, inequality, amongst a host of other topics. She also gives us a sneak peak into her life as a leader, wife and believer. This is a LEGENDARY episode.Find Bree Here:Web: www.breenewsome.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BreeNewsomeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bree.newsome/This…
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Ep11: The Amazon Vulnerability with Kevin Urrutia
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For Episode 11 we sit down with Kevin Urrutia---serial 7 figure entrepreneur and investor. In the 5 or so years I’ve known Kevin, I’ve been consistently impressed by his work ethic, his operational skill and his no-nonsense approach to business and life. When I thought about bringing this show back, Kevin was always on my radar of must interview gu…
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For Episode 10 we sit down with David McHale---the affable redheaded software and cybersecurity expert. After working with the Department of Defense and the Department of the Interior, David takes us through an amazing story of constant pivots, lessons learned, and over 8 figures in revenue. This was an episode three years in the making, as David a…
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Ep: 114 From CHAOS to Clarity: Navigating your way to Corporate Contracts w/Kymberlee Jay
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In this episode Kymberlee Jay returns to the Minority Trailblazer Podcast to share how to win contracts with corporations. We talk fear, pricing, strategy and a whole lot more in this episode.Find Kymberlee Here:Web: https://www.kymberleejay.com/Business: https://landthebrand.com/By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 113: Growing a 6 Figure Design Agency with No Degree, 4 Kids and a wife w/Marshall Fox
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In this episode Marshall shares how he balances a 6 figure graphic design business, 4 kids and a marriage. This episode is authentic, funny and a must listen for all.Find Marshall here:Web:https://120designstudio.comBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 112: The Intersection of Fashion,Tech & Diversity w/Brittany Hicks & Jessica Couch
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On this episode Greg interview Brittany Hicks & Jessica Couch, founders of the Women of Color in Fashion & Tech Brunch. This episode we talk fashion, diversity, technology and all that in between. Download Greg's Album: http://bitly.com/ThriveprintV1Find More info About Jessica & Brittney here;Jessica Web: www.luxorandfinch.comBrittany Web: www.gir…
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Ep 111:Excitement vs Execution:Lessons learned from Startups,Corporate America & Life w/Donald Boone
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On this show we interview Donald Boone, Founder of BoxedUp.io. We discuss his corporate, startup, and personal life as we span a ton of different topics. Including losing 100k on his first startup, staying in mothers basements in his 20's, and life working at Amazon. This is an honest, energetic and humorous episodes that all ages will enjoy.Find D…
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Ep 110: A Culture of Masks: Learning How to Cope & Grow w/Tiana Renae, Host of Cope For The Culture
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A real discussion about mental health, growth and the culture of masks with therapist Tiana Renae.This show marks the debut of the Cope For The Culture Podcast on the Minority Trailblazer Network.Find the Cope For the Culture PodcastSoundcloud: http://bit.ly/CFTCscSpotify: http://bit.ly/CFTCspGoogle Play: http://bit.ly/CFTCgpFind Tiana here:Instagr…
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Ep 109: Protecting our Brothers w/Taylor Culliver, Founder of The Brother Box
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Phenomenal and insightful interview with Taylor Culliver, founder of the Brother Box.Find Brother Box:Website: www.brotherbox.orgBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 108: Practicing Failure or Success? Straight Talk w/Comedian, Drankins of 102 Jamz
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Legendary interview with Demar Rankin aka "Drankin", comedian and co-host of the 3 Live Crew with 102 Jamz. Find Demar Here:Instagram: www.instagram.com/osamabindrankinFacebook: www.facebook.com/osama.bindrankinTwitter: www.twitter.com/osamabindrankinWebsite: www.theffcs.comBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 107: Impact over Influence: From the Hood to Valedictorian and beyond w/Raven Solomon
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One of the best podcast I have ever recorded. This is a funny, honest, tearful and direct podcast that well help anyone who has ever dealt with grief, leadership at work, and life.Find Raven Here:Website: www.ravensolomon.com/Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/raven-solomon-9a862086/Instagram: www.instagram.com/raven_solo/…
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Ep 106: Search for the Wow: From Pro-Sports to Developing App's w/ Alex Okafor
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This is a great sit down with Alex Okafor, creator of the Napturilista emoji. We talk race, perception, business and app development during this 90 minute journey.Tickets for NCAT MTB Live -> http://bit.ly/mtghamazonFind Alex Here:App-> http://napturalistamoji.comBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 105: 8 Years an Intern: Breaking into Radio & Entertainment w/Morgan McKenzie of 102 Jamz
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Legendary episode with Morgan McKenzie, Professor at NCAT, 102 Jamz Radio Personality and all around dynamic woman.We talk radio, race and everything in between.Find Morgan Here:Instagram: www.instagram.com/morganmckenzieradio/Twitter: www.twitter.com/McKenzieRadioBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 104: The Road Less Traveled: Owning Your Career w/Jasmine Farrar
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Great episode on navigating your corporate career, practicing self care, and saying yes with the Jasmine Farrar.Find Jasmine Here:Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jasmine-f-76950333/Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesassyjas/?hl=enBy Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 103: Invisible Growth: The Journey from 0 to $85,000 in a Week in Wholesaling w/Malon Johnson
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This is a legendary podcast with my brother Malon Johnson where he shares how he took he made $85,000 in one week Wholesaling after only making $29,000 his first 3 years.By Minority Trailblazer
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Ep 102: Power Plays Take Time: Keeping it 100 w/Michell C. Clark
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Honest, Direct, Funny, Tactful and Precise interview with the Man, the Myth, the Legend Michell C.Clark author of "Keep it 100". We talk business, social media, happiness, and vulnerability in a 75 minute car ride of a podcast. Find Michell Here:Twitter: www.twitter.com/MichellCClarkInstagram: www.instagram.com/michellcclark/Website: www.michellccl…
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Ep 101: Blessings That Hurt: The Business of Comedy & Life w/Rome of Dormtainment
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In the debut show of Season 6 of the Minority trailblazer Podcast, Greg interview's Rome from the Dormtainment Comedy Group. This is a honest, authentic, transformation interview from one of comedies underground kings.Find Rome Here;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iromealot/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DormtainmentTV…
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Ep 100(Live Edition):Your Mission is Too Great: Discussing Relationships, Business & Holistic Health
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Support Minority Trailblazer Podcast:Web: https://gregehill.com/cifund/ Cash App: $GregEHillApply for Mastermind Group: www.gregehill.com/mastermindFind Guest Here:Vernisha Crawford -> https://www.instagram.com/vernishaceo/ Orlander Thomas -> https://sside.org/ Desmond Scott -> https://www.instagram.com/desmondlscott/ Tiana Renee -> https://www.ins…
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