What's Your Story?

May 5 · 55m

In this conversation, Russell L. Edmond shares his journey from a small desert town in California to becoming a prominent figure in the hospitality industry. He discusses the influence of his upbringing, the lessons learned from sports, and the twists and turns of his career, including his experiences as a general manager and his transition to entrepreneurship. Russell also highlights the importance of consistency and authenticity in personal branding, culminating in the creation of his successful podcast, Russell of Hotels. Top Takeaways: - A bad experience in a job didn't stop Russell but instead encouraged him to pursue entrepreneurship.- Russell's podcast was born from a desire to share industry knowledge.- Consistency and authenticity are key to success in any field.Follow the pod:IG - https://www.instagram.com/podwhatsyourstory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@podwhatsyourstoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/PodWhatsYourStoFollow my story:Main site - https://www.mattestory.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattestory/IG - https://www.instagram.com/mattestory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mattestoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/mattestory

Apr 6 · 49m

In this conversation, Dane C. Hawkins shares his journey from a challenging childhood in Washington, D.C. to becoming a successful engineer and author. He discusses the impact of his upbringing, the importance of community, and how his experiences shaped his identity and aspirations. Dane reflects on his education at an HBCU, the challenges of balancing a career with his passion for writing, and the motivation behind his book, 'Path to Manhood.' He emphasizes the significance of pursuing one's dreams and the role of supportive relationships in achieving success.Top Takeaways:- Dane's childhood experiences shaped his resilience and independence.- Success is a multifaceted concept that evolves over time.- Dane encourages others to overcome self-imposed limitations.Follow the pod:IG - https://www.instagram.com/podwhatsyourstory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@podwhatsyourstoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/PodWhatsYourStoFollow my story:Main site - https://www.mattestory.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattestory/IG - https://www.instagram.com/mattestory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mattestoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/mattestory

Mar 23 · 39m

Jourdan Brunson, founder of kinkofa, shares his journey as a genealogist and entrepreneur. He discusses his childhood curiosity and love for storytelling, his early career aspirations, and the pivotal moments that led him to start his own company. Jourdan emphasizes the importance of following your passion, finding the intersection between work and personal interests, and seeking out opportunities for growth and learning throughout each stop of your path. He also highlights the significance of preserving family history and offers advice on how to ensure that these important stories are not lost when we lose our elders. Jourdan reflects on the challenges and fears he has faced as a founder and the importance of remaining in integrity with oneself. He concludes by encouraging listeners to explore new things, embrace trial and error, and not be afraid to pursue their passions.Key Takeaways: Follow your curiosity and embrace your love for storytelling.Find the intersection between your work and personal interests.Embrace trial and error and don't be afraid to pursue your passions.Follow the pod:IG - https://www.instagram.com/podwhatsyourstory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@podwhatsyourstoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/PodWhatsYourStoFollow my story:Main site - https://www.mattestory.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattestory/IG - https://www.instagram.com/mattestory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mattestoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/mattestory

Mar 9 · 54m

Craig Robinson, a former C-suite executive, shares his journey from growing up in Atlanta to living life on his terms as a board director and advisor. He emphasizes the importance of embracing one's inner child and being curious. Growing up in Atlanta, surrounded by Black Excellence, fostered his ability to dream and remain optimistic. He attended MIT and later Harvard Business School where he realized his passion was in leadership and building organizations. He made the pivot to a "Portfolio Life", where he is able to diversify his work by finding opportunities that bring him joy and fulfillment. He is also an advocate for racial equity and uses his expertise in real estate development and urban renewal to make an impact. Craig discusses the importance of using political capital to create economic opportunities for marginalized communities. He emphasizes the need for leaders to model this behavior and create opportunities for others coming up behind them. He shares his unlock of finding the power of curiosity over conviction and the importance of adaptability in personal growth.Key Takeaways: - Leaders have a responsibility to model behavior and create opportunities for others.- Approaching life with curiosity rather than conviction allows for adaptability and personal growth.- Creating space for self-reflection and self-discovery is essential for reclaiming happiness and staying true to oneself.Follow the pod:IG - https://www.instagram.com/podwhatsyourstory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@podwhatsyourstoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/PodWhatsYourStoFollow my story:Main site - https://www.mattestory.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattestory/IG - https://www.instagram.com/mattestory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mattestoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/mattestory

Sep 8 · 36m

Dilan Gomih, a well-being founder, shares her journey of prioritizing health and fitness in her life and how it led her to start her own company, Dilagence. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating movement into daily life and finding joy in fitness to reach all of your goals. Dilan also discusses the influence of her parents and community on her outlook on what could be possible in life. She ends by highlighting the need for individuals and organizations to prioritize well-being in order to be successful in business.You will learn:The power family has in influencing what feels possible (or impossible).Fitness has the potential to unlock your capacity and time.Eat well, move well, sleep well and your future self will be happy with you.You can follow Dilan's story at:Dilagence Website / LinkedInFollow the pod:IG - https://www.instagram.com/podwhatsyourstory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@podwhatsyourstoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/PodWhatsYourStoFollow my story:Main site - https://www.mattestory.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattestory/IG - https://www.instagram.com/mattestory/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mattestoryTwitter - https://twitter.com/mattestory