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Navigate Vision vs. Reality in Your Journey | Kristen Crockett, Gary Bertwistle, Abiola Akinseli, Michel Gonzalez | Ep 566

“Mistakes are whispers in the right direction.” – Kristen Crockett

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for an inspiring roundtable with Kristen Crockett, Gary Bertwistle, Abiola Akinseli, and Michel Gonzalez as they share their journeys in life, business, and impact. Discover how these leaders navigate multiple passions, overcome challenges, and pursue their edges in personal and professional growth.

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction of guests
0:34 Kristen: Coach and facilitator
1:06 Gary: Podcast host and farmer
2:02 Abiola: Self-development advocate
2:48 Michelle: Empowerment coach and podcaster
4:23 Blending multiple passions and talents
6:49 Navigating vision vs. reality
11:11 Kristen: Swallowing sunshine concept
13:08 Dealing with shiny object syndrome
19:18 Michelle: Journey to coaching
24:00 Kristen: Lessons from wedding cancellation
27:28 Gary: Testing and iterating ideas
35:38 Abiola: Identifying personal categories
38:12 Michelle: Edge of sensuality
41:25 Kristen: Pursuing joy and innovation
43:24 Gary: Empty nesting and firefighting
46:23 Abiola: Reviving abandoned projects
47:45 Closing insights and contact information

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How Outliers Transform Ordinary Traits into Extraordinary Success | Joseph Buttice, Ankita Juneja, Brown Mike-Ebo, Saumitra Dixit | Ep 565

“When no one else roots for you, you got to root for yourself.” – Joseph Buttice

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) as he explores the journey of outliers who turn their ordinary traits into extraordinary success with Joseph Buttice, Ankita Juneja, Brown Mike-Ebo, and Saumitra Dixit. Learn valuable insights on consistency, authenticity, and overcoming challenges in this engaging roundtable discussion.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to Outliers Edge

0:43 – Joseph introduces JB Motivation

1:22 – Ankita introduces Soldiers Podcast

2:18 – Brown introduces his media ventures

3:13 – Saumitra introduces his SEO agency

3:48 – Discussion on leveling up begins

5:10 – Joe on doing less to achieve more

8:56 – Ankita on breaking barriers

13:08 – Joe on navigating family expectations

14:52 – Brown on staying true to yourself

18:47 – Somi on content creation challenges

23:48 – Discussion on handling hate comments

25:39 – Brown on the importance of consistency

28:16 – Strategies for maintaining consistency

32:26 – Somi on gender disparities in content

37:16 – Joe on niche content challenges

39:19 – Wrapping up the conversation

40:09 – Ankita’s closing thoughts

40:36 – Somi’s closing thoughts

42:07 – Joe’s closing thoughts

43:20 – Brown’s closing thoughts and offer

45:21 – Niiamah’s final words

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How Outliers Transform Ordinary Traits into Extraordinary Success | Joseph Buttice, Ankita Juneja, Brown Mike-Ebo, Saumitra Dixit | Ep 565

“When no one else roots for you, you got to root for yourself.” – Joseph Buttice

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) as he explores the journey of outliers who turn their ordinary traits into extraordinary success with Joseph Buttice, Ankita Juneja, Brown Mike-Ebo, and Saumitra Dixit. Learn valuable insights on consistency, authenticity, and overcoming challenges in this engaging roundtable discussion.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to Outliers Edge
0:43 – Joseph introduces JB Motivation
1:22 – Ankita introduces Soldiers Podcast
2:18 – Brown introduces his media ventures
3:13 – Saumitra introduces his SEO agency
3:48 – Discussion on leveling up begins
5:10 – Joe on doing less to achieve more
8:56 – Ankita on breaking barriers
13:08 – Joe on navigating family expectations
14:52 – Brown on staying true to yourself
18:47 – Somi on content creation challenges
23:48 – Discussion on handling hate comments
25:39 – Brown on the importance of consistency
28:16 – Strategies for maintaining consistency
32:26 – Somi on gender disparities in content
37:16 – Joe on niche content challenges
39:19 – Wrapping up the conversation
40:09 – Ankita’s closing thoughts
40:36 – Somi’s closing thoughts
42:07 – Joe’s closing thoughts
43:20 – Brown’s closing thoughts and offer
45:21 – Niiamah’s final words

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How to Navigate the Double-Edged Sword of Success | Robert Aigner, Skyler Fleming, Simone Swanson, Roque Francisco Lagahit, Octavio Gonzalez | Ep 564

“Follow the path of what you enjoy doing. Whatever it is, put yourself in a space to show up and see what happens.” – Simone Swanson

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for a powerful roundtable discussion on the outlier experience with Robert Aigner, Skyler Fleming, Simone Swanson, Roque Francisco Lagahit, and Octavio Gonzalez. Gain wisdom from five successful individuals on overcoming isolation, finding your people, and maintaining energy in pursuit of your dreams.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction of podcast guests

2:44 – Discussing the double-edged sword

5:57 – Exploring feeling like an outsider

11:18 – Finding your tribe and networking

17:45 – Managing energy and productivity

22:05 – Importance of rest and boundaries

29:24 – Conserving energy and choosing battles

35:29 – Dealing with energy leaks

38:53 – Insights from the conversation

45:47 – Closing thoughts and contact info

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Turn Liabilities into Assets | Meg & Alex, Kisha Alire | Ep 563

“You make a difference by showing up every day.” Alex

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for an inspiring conversation about turning challenges into opportunities for growth with Alex & Meg Bruzan, and Kisha Alire. Learn how these outliers are reshaping their communities and lifting others up along the way.

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction to Outliers Edge Roundtable

0:49 Alex introduces himself and background

2:02 Meg shares about inner city reflection

2:45 Keisha introduces Baddie Activation Podcast

4:06 Discussion on personal missions

6:41 Alex and Meg on community impact

9:22 Keisha on managing multiple responsibilities

12:33 Importance of self-care and routines

14:52 Meg on gardening in the community

17:20 Alex on organic community growth

19:02 Keisha on sound therapy

20:44 Discussion on realizing goals

26:16 Meg on beautifying the neighborhood

27:32 Alex on renovating nuisance properties

30:21 Keisha on podcast impact

32:15 Future projects and goals

34:48 Closing thoughts and insights

36:08 How to connect with guests

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Lessons from Thought Leaders on Personal Development | Andrew E. Guy, Laurent Grenier, Mustapha Ibrahim | Ep 562

“Your purpose is what you’re created to do with this time. And the gift that you have, it’s a seed you have to sow it.” – Andrew E. Guy

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for a thought-provoking discussion on finding purpose and meaning in life with Andrew E. Guy, Laurent Grenier, and Mustapha Ibrahim. Discover how to leverage your unique gifts and experiences to create impact and drive positive change.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction of guests

2:22 – Laurent on finding purpose

5:35 – Ibrahim on public speaking

8:33 – Beliefs that have shifted

11:50 – Laurent on quest for meaning

18:42 – Ibrahim on self-belief

21:38 – Worst advice ever taken

24:56 – Suffering and taking action

28:25 – Producer vs Consumer mindset

32:00 – Starting with uncertainty

34:32 – Sowers and Reapers concept

39:38 – Balancing consuming and producing

42:36 – Insights from the conversation

46:33 – How to connect with guests

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