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  • Social Entrepreneurship: Defining Legacy, Impact, And Social Good

    Social Entrepreneurship: Defining Legacy, Impact, And Social Good
    2026/07/14

    Can your business change the world and still turn a profit? On this episode of DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis dive deep into social good, breaking down four powerful questions every founder should ask before scaling further. From community flourishing to environmental responsibility, they explore how a social good footprint rooted in impact and principles can guide purpose-driven business decisions every single day. With real stories from Homeboy Industries, Patagonia, and Goodr, this episode is a must-listen for anyone building a lasting legacy that outlasts the bottom line and inspires future generations.

    What You Will Learn in this Episode:

    ✅ Discover how social entrepreneurship identifies positive impact by exploring which communities truly flourish because your business exists.

    ✅ Learn the four pillars of social good, including harm reduction and restorative business, so your work targets real injustice at its roots.

    ✅ Understand how a social good footprint blends impact and principles to guide purpose-driven business decisions from day one.

    Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 A conversation on the state of social good and why this topic matters

    04:29 Stephen asks the bottom-line questions

    07:12 Defining the four pillars of social good: flourishing, harm reduction, thriving communities, and restorative work

    15:42 Introducing the social good footprint: impact and principles shaping purpose-driven business.

    20:50 Real-world examples of social good in action, including Homeboy Industries, Patagonia, and Goodr.

    25:58 Reflection on questions on legacy and the principles guiding your purpose-driven business.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    💎 Legacy isn't built at the finish line; it's shaped by every decision inside your purpose-driven business from day one.

    💎 True social impact requires targeting injustice at its roots, not just improving conditions for those already stable.

    💎 A social good footprint works like a carbon footprint for your values, tracking the principles that shape your supply chain and staffing.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED:

    DO GOOD X - Website

    DO GOOD X - LinkedIn

    Measuring Impact with Amelia Conrad: Seeing Beyond the Numbers

    Mastermind Retreat | DO GOOD X

    Connect with Hosts:

    Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn

    Stephen Lewis LinkedIn

    SEO KEYWORDS:

    DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Good, Social Impact, Flourishing Community, Faith Driven Entrepreneurship, Social Good Footprint, Legacy Building, Restorative Business, Environmental Responsibility, Thriving Communities, Positive Impact
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    28 分
  • You Are Your Greatest Asset: A Guide for Founders

    You Are Your Greatest Asset: A Guide for Founders
    2026/06/30

    Entrepreneur burnout is real, and for purpose-driven founders, losing yourself in the grind can quietly disconnect you from your why. On this week's DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis open the season with a powerful reminder: you are your greatest asset. Through honest reflection and a deeply grounding guided meditation for business owners, they invite social entrepreneurs to slow down, reconnect with their gifts, and reclaim their sense of calling. This episode is your reset.

    What You Will Learn in this Episode:

    ✅ Why entrepreneur burnout happens even to the most purpose-driven founders, and how losing yourself in the daily grind quietly erodes your decision-making, creativity, and connection to your mission.

    ✅ How a guided mindfulness practice can serve as more than a luxury; it is a genuine lifeline that helps social entrepreneurs recenter, recover their sense of call, and lead from a grounded, intentional place.

    ✅ How to identify the personal practices, supportive people, and inner gifts that keep you tethered to your entrepreneurial mindset so you are equipped before the next challenge arrives, not just after burnout hits.

    Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Stephen opens on how founders lose themselves and why entrepreneur burnout threatens purpose and sustainability

    04:14 Stephen shares personal experiences on when a founder's well-being suffers

    07:18 Kimberly leads a guided meditation for purpose-driven business owners to reconnect with gifts, mindset, and identity

    22:42 Kimberly concludes a mindful meditation of grounding practices for intentionally taking care of yourself

    27:40 Closing inspiration and details on the DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat for mission-driven entrepreneurs in Atlanta this fall

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    💎 Entrepreneur burnout does not just drain your energy; it quietly separates you from the very vision and calling that started your business. Protecting your inner life is one of the most strategic business decisions you can make.

    💎 Your gifts, your perspective, and your sense of purpose-driven call are not soft extras; they are the irreplaceable core of what you bring to your business. No investor, team member, or idea replaces what only you carry.

    💎 Building a personal toolkit of grounding practices, trusted people, and moments of stillness before challenges arise is what separates founders who sustain their work from those who burn out in silence.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED:

    DO GOOD X - Website

    DO GOOD X Start Up Accelerator

    DO GOOD X - LinkedIn

    Connect with Hosts:

    Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn

    Stephen Lewis LinkedIn

    SEO KEYWORDS:

    DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Entrepreneur Burnout, Mindfulness For Entrepreneurs, Entrepreneurial Journey, Self-Care For Founders, Business Sustainability, Mission-Driven Entrepreneur, Faith-Based Leadership, Recenter, Find Your Why, Business Assets
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    31 分
  • You Are Your Greatest Asset: 4 Entrepreneurial Foundations

    You Are Your Greatest Asset: 4 Entrepreneurial Foundations
    2026/06/16
    An entrepreneurial mindset is the foundation every purpose-driven business needs to thrive. In this Season 3 premiere of DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis introduce a powerful framework built for the social entrepreneur: mindset, gifts, resiliency, and community. This episode challenges you to see yourself as your greatest business asset. Drawing from Kathryn Finney's insights as well as their own advice on self-care for entrepreneurs, Kimberly and Stephen guide listeners through four key business foundations and offer reflective questions to help you take inventory of what you bring and what you need for lasting success on your entrepreneurial journey.What You Will Learn in this Episode:✅ How shifting your entrepreneurial mindset transforms the way you make decisions, speak to yourself under pressure, and show up for your purpose-driven business every single day.✅ How identifying your unique personal gifts and building intentional resiliency practices creates a sustainable inner foundation that carries you through the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial journey.✅ Why community building is not just emotional support but a strategic business asset that gives you access, honest feedback, and the people who will help propel your vision forward.Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro to Season 3 of DO GOOD X: What it will look like and who can benefit05:51 The current landscape facing entrepreneurs and the Kathryn Finney quote on self-care and preparation08:24 Stephen introduces Foundation 1: Mindset, and Foundation 2: Gifts, with Kimberly adding reflections12:16 Foundation 3: Resiliency and faith practices, including Kimberly's personal daily, weekly, and seasonal examples15:46 Foundation 4: Community as strategy, asset, and access18:29 Practical steps to gain clarity - four questions to answerKEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎Your entrepreneurial mindset is not fixed. The beliefs you hold about yourself and your capacity to create directly shape the trajectory of your purpose-driven business, and they can be intentionally developed.💎Resiliency practices built consistently over time, whether daily meditation, weekly connection, or seasonal reflection, act as an anchor that keeps you grounded through every turbulent season of business growth.💎Community building is a non-negotiable business strategy. The right people in your corner provide access, accountability, and the kind of honest perspective that no amount of solo effort can replace for a social entrepreneur.RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - WebsiteDO GOOD X Start Up AcceleratorDO GOOD X - LinkedInEp. 83 Minimum Viable Solution: Start Small, Play Big With Creative InnovationEp. 6 Faith and Fortitude: The Journey of Jay JohnsonKathryn Finney’s WebsiteConnect with Hosts:Kimberly Daniel LinkedInStephen Lewis LinkedInSEO KEYWORDS:DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Social Entrepreneur, Purpose-Driven Business, Faith-Based Entrepreneur, Self-Care For Entrepreneurs, Community Building, Resiliency Practices, Business Foundation, Impactful Entrepreneurship, Under-resourced Entrepreneurs, Mindset, Gifts, Community
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    26 分
  • Devin Baptiste on Funding Secrets for Underrepresented Founders

    Devin Baptiste on Funding Secrets for Underrepresented Founders
    2026/04/28
    Entrepreneurship funding is the focus as DO GOOD X closes season two with a powerful rewind conversation featuring serial entrepreneur Devin Baptiste. Devin co-founded GroupRaise, a company now operating in hundreds of cities, and has become a trusted voice for helping underrepresented founders navigate capital raising. In this episode, he breaks down what investors truly respond to, why your need for money is never a reason to fund your business, and how founder mindset shapes every pitch. Devin also shares his approach to mentoring Black entrepreneurs, offering frameworks that translate across backgrounds while honoring the unique barriers founders of color face in accessing venture capital.What You Will Learn in this Episode:✅ Why entrepreneurship funding is never about need and how reframing your pitch around investor fear and opportunity is the key to unlocking venture capital from even the most skeptical investors.✅ How underrepresented founders can identify the unique translation layer missing from traditional startup advice and use it to navigate rejection, access capital, and build lasting investor relationships.✅ What a strong mentorship relationship actually looks like, including how to bring your hardest problems to a mentor and create a fast, insight-driven feedback loop that accelerates your business growth.Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to the DO GOOD X podcast and the season two finale with serial entrepreneur Devin Baptiste06:05 Devin shares the first principles of entrepreneurship funding and why investors respond to the fear of missing out, not the founder's need12:33 Discussion of the qualities Devin looks for in mentees and how impact entrepreneurship drives his mentorship choices16:16 Devin explains his mentorship philosophy, helping founders find their own path18:09 What should a mentor-mentee relationship look likeKEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Investor relations are built on two core emotions: fear of missing out and the desire for outsized returns. Every slide in your pitch deck should speak to one of those emotions. If it does not, it does not belong in your presentation.💎 The traditional startup advice ecosystem was not built with Black entrepreneurs in mind. Devin Baptiste argues there must be an additional layer of support that accounts for the psychological weight of rejection specifically faced by founders of color seeking access to capital.💎 Great founder support is not prescriptive. The most effective mentors give founders frameworks for thinking, not instructions for acting, so that each founder can show up with their own strengths and solve problems on their own terms.ABOUT THE GUEST: Devin is a serial entrepreneur and investor who is the co-founder/CEO of GroupRaise, a marketplace for large group charitable bookings at restaurants, active in over 500 cities with 10,000+ restaurant clients. He has raised venture capital and investment from investors such as Techstars Ventures, Magma Partners, Kapor Capital and various top-tier angels.As an advisor, Devin has translated the lessons he’s learned to help founders raise just over $50 million for their companies, the vast majority of whom are underrepresented & emerging-market founders getting their 1st & 2nd checks.Devin speaks from his experience of attempting to raise money three times unsuccessfully, and from the lessons he learned from raising money six times successfully. He is passionate about supporting the startup ecosystem and helping underrepresented and emerging-market founders overcome unfair advantages in bringing their impact and visions to life. He lives in San Juan with his wife and four children.RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - WebsiteDO GOOD X Start Up AcceleratorDO GOOD X - LinkedInConnect with Hosts:Kimberly Daniel LinkedInStephen Lewis LinkedInDO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Scaling a Business, Business Growth, Business Acquisition, Personal Brand, Mental Health, Female Entrepreneurship, Business Systems, Word Of Mouth Marketing, Business Exit Strategy, Nurse Practitioner, Online Course Business
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    21 分
  • Sarah Michelle Boes: Scaling a Business to 7 Figures in 7 Months

    Sarah Michelle Boes: Scaling a Business to 7 Figures in 7 Months
    2026/04/21
    What happens when scaling a business collides with a life-altering moment? Sarah Michelle Boes built a seven-figure online course from scratch, fueled by word of mouth marketing and radical authenticity, then sold it while eight and a half months pregnant, days before learning her daughter would need heart surgery. On this episode of DO GOOD X, Sarah joins hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis to unpack what sustainable business growth really looks like, why delegation is the most underrated leadership skill, and how founders can define success on their own terms without sacrificing their well-being.What You Will Learn in this Episode:✅ The real difference between business growth and scaling a business, and why founders who rely on hustle alone will eventually hit a wall that no amount of hard work can break through.✅ How Sarah built a seven-figure business using only word-of-mouth marketing and community, proving that a strong personal brand can absolutely be acquired and still hold enormous value.✅ Why mental health and work-life balance are not soft topics in entrepreneurship but essential infrastructure for any founder who wants to build something that lasts without losing themselves in the process.Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Sarah shares how she began solving a real mental health gap in nurse practitioner exam prep during COVID06:40 The key ingredients behind explosive business growth: problem solving, co-creation with students, radical responsiveness and word of mouth marketing10:06 Early warning signs that your business systems cannot support scale and why hustle is not a business model14:58 What made Sarah’s business attractive for business acquisition and how early founders should start thinking about business exit strategy19:17 Navigating entrepreneurship during a personal crisis, and how Sarah restructured her boundaries, work-life balance, and relationship with the hustle culture25:56 The danger of moving goalposts and why redefining success is essential to sustainable business and founder wellbeing29:40 Resource roundup recommendations for scaling a business and the most important leadership skill founders need during the scaling phase34:44 Sarah reflects on faith, grit, and the invisible thread connecting every hard moment to her mission-driven businessKEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 A personal brand is not an obstacle to scaling a business or a successful exit. Sarah sold a company built entirely around her name and face for a strong acquisition price, proving that trust and community loyalty carry enormous value to strategic buyers.💎 Founders who wait until they are overwhelmed to build business systems and hire a team will always be one crisis away from collapse. Build the infrastructure before you desperately need it, not after you are already running on empty.💎 Redefining success is not a luxury but a necessity. When business growth metrics become the only measure of your worth, the goalposts will never stop moving. True sustainable business success begins with knowing what peace feels like to you personally.ABOUT THE GUEST: Sarah Michelle Boes, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, is the Founder of Sarah Michelle NP Reviews and formerly served as Chief Nursing Officer at Blueprint Test Prep. After earning her Family Nurse Practitioner degree in 2020, she launched SMNP Reviews, which grew into a seven-figure business within seven months before being acquired by Blueprint in 2022, where she led the nursing vertical and scaled programs supporting NP students nationwide.Sarah's entrepreneurial journey is deeply intertwined with her personal life. Her daughter, Meadow, was born with severe congenital heart defects, an experience that reshaped her professional focus and sparked her work as a CHD activist and philanthropist. She serves on the boards of multiple national and regional CHD nonprofits, contributing to family-centered program development, research advocacy, and strategic fundraising. She is also the author of Meadow and Her Four-Leaf Clover Heart, a children's book designed to help families discuss congenital heart disease in an empowering, developmentally appropriate way.Beyond CHD, Sarah advocates for mental health and female entrepreneurship, drawing on her lived experience with anxiety and OCD to promote sustainable success in high-pressure fields. Through her work, she aims to advance pediatric cardiac care, amplify family voice in research and quality improvement, and expand resources for clinicians and caregivers alike.RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - WebsiteDO GOOD X Start Up AcceleratorDO GOOD X - LinkedInConnect with Hosts:Kimberly Daniel LinkedInStephen Lewis LinkedInDO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Scaling a Business, Business Growth, Business Acquisition, Personal Brand, Mental Health, Female ...
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    41 分
  • Second Business Success: Jay Johnson's Blueprint for Smart Growth

    Second Business Success: Jay Johnson's Blueprint for Smart Growth
    2026/04/14
    What happens when your own team votes down your next big idea? Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis of the DO GOOD X Podcast revisit their conversation with Jay Johnson, founder of College Prep U and co-founder of Prep Intel, to share the raw truth about launching a second business. Jay’s staff rejected his pitch to use company funds, and instead of overriding them, he listened. He invested a year in leadership development, empowering his team around sustainable growth. The result? College Prep U had its highest-grossing year without him, and Prep Intel launched debt-free through Techstars Investment and bootstrapping.What You Will Learn in this Episode:✅ How to know if your business foundation is truly ready before launching a second business, and why skipping this step can put your first company and your team building at serious risk.✅ Why letting go of control is one of the most powerful moves a founder can make, and how investing in leadership development within your existing company can lead to your highest-grossing year ever.✅ How to pursue business funding for a new venture without draining your first company, including how bootstrapping and applying to a business accelerator like Techstars can keep both businesses financially healthy.Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Jay Johnson on second business growth, sustainable growth, and what expansion really requires for founders04:03 Jay shares his biggest challenge: deciding whether to fund his second venture using money from College Prep U05:52 Jay's team votes down his pitch, revealing a powerful stakeholder culture and the importance of letting go of control08:37 Jay commits to a year of leadership development, teaching his team to run the business independently before stepping away09:59 College Prep U hits its highest revenue year without Jay, and Prep Intel launches through Techstars and bootstrapping success12:53 Jay gives parting advice of having a firm foundationKEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 True business growth means building a team that can thrive without you. Jay's story proves that investing in your people before launching a second business is what separates sustainable founders from overwhelmed ones.💎 Rejection from your own team can be a gift. Jay's stakeholder culture created an environment where honest feedback protected both the company and the community it serves, ultimately leading to a stronger business strategy.💎 Business funding for a new venture should never compromise your first. Pursuing outside capital through a business accelerator like Techstars allowed Jay to launch Prep Intel without putting College Prep U or its team at financial risk.ABOUT THE GUEST: Jay Johnson is the CEO and Co-founder of Prep Intel, an AI- and ML-powered platform that helps educational institutions and military recruiters efficiently identify and engage prospective students. He is also the founder of College Prep U, guiding parents and students through the college-preparation process from high school through beyond.A Morehouse alumnus and certified Collegiate Independent Counselor, Jay is a former Fortune 100 executive who has served as a Senior Admission Counselor and chaired numerous committees. He currently sits on advisory boards for the University of Alabama, the Naval Academy, Clark Atlanta University, and the University of Pennsylvania. He serves as President of the Birmingham Chapter of the 100 Black Men of America.Jay is an Entrepreneur in Residence at Techstars and has been recognized through multiple prestigious cohorts, including Birmingham Business Journal's CEO of the Year finalist, Birmingham Business Alliance's Supply Scalers, and TechMGM's Tech Accelerator. He is also a proud member of NACAC and SACAC.Jay Johnson - LinkedInRESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - WebsiteDO GOOD X Start Up AcceleratorDO GOOD X - LinkedInConnect with Hosts:Kimberly Daniel LinkedInStephen Lewis LinkedInDO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Second Business, Scaling A Business, Second Venture, Business Growth, Entrepreneurship, Small Business, Business Foundation, Leadership Development, Business Funding, Bootstrapping, Tech Startups
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    15 分
  • Before You Scale Your Business, Ask Yourself These Three Questions

    Before You Scale Your Business, Ask Yourself These Three Questions
    2026/04/07

    Scaling a business is one of the most misunderstood milestones in social entrepreneurship, and this episode unpacks why. Hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis explore what business growth actually demands, using a powerful real-world example of a founder who went from 37 students to 2,500 in a single year. That kind of rapid revenue growth exposes every crack in your systems, your team, and your mission. They walk through the critical questions every mission-driven business owner must ask before scaling, including what will break first, whether impact will get diluted, and how to build a plan before you need one.

    What You Will Learn in this Episode:

    ✅ What scaling a business actually means beyond revenue, including how rapid business growth can expose weak systems, thin margins, and over-reliance on the founder, threatening long-term business sustainability.

    ✅ How social entrepreneurs must evaluate whether scaling activity truly aligns with scaling impact, and why mission-driven business growth requires asking not just "can we scale" but "should we and when?"

    ✅ Practical business planning questions you can run this week to stress-test your readiness, including what breaks first if you double your revenue and how to protect team capacity and your mission.

    Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Scaling a business and what it truly means for social entrepreneurs seeking growth

    02:02 How rapid revenue growth exposed critical weaknesses for a founder scaling from 37 to 2,500 students

    03:05 Scaling a business magnifies thin margins, shaky systems, and dangerous founder burnout risks

    04:48 Breaking down key systems, including cash flow management, supply chain, and risk management

    07:01 Why social entrepreneurship means scaling impact, not just activity or revenue growth

    07:55 Three practical questions every founder should ask before pursuing any business growth strategy

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    💎 Scaling a business without strengthening your systems first is one of the most common and costly mistakes founders make. Doubling revenue without doubling your discipline can turn a promising growth moment into an overwhelming and chaotic experience.

    💎 For social entrepreneurs, mission integrity is not optional during growth. Expanding your reach while diluting your purpose defeats the very reason your organization exists, making intentional and values-aligned business growth non-negotiable.

    💎 Founder burnout is a real and underestimated risk when one person carries the weight of rapid expansion. Building checks and balances and distributed team capacity before scaling protects both the leader and the organization's long-term health.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED:

    DO GOOD X - Website

    DO GOOD X Start Up Accelerator

    DO GOOD X - LinkedIn

    Connect with Hosts:

    Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn

    Stephen Lewis LinkedIn

    Faith and Fortitude: The Journey of Jay Johnson

    SEO KEYWORDS:

    DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Scaling A Business, Social Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Revenue Growth, Mission-Driven Business, Founder Burnout, Business Systems, Impact Investing, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Small Business Strategy
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    13 分
  • Jermail Shelton: How to Build a Sustainable Business that Stands the Test of Time

    Jermail Shelton: How to Build a Sustainable Business that Stands the Test of Time
    2026/03/31
    Sustainable business growth is at the heart of Jermail Shelton's nearly two-decade journey with Just Add Honey Tea in Atlanta. Co-owner Jermail joins hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis on the DO GOOD X podcast to share how entrepreneurship, resilience, and a willingness to pivot have kept their business thriving. From surviving COVID by moving business operations online to scaling tea-blending classes to over 100 virtual attendees, Jermail's story is one of bold strategy and servant leadership. He also explores the power of mentorship and how open communication and community connection fuel both personal well-being and lasting success.What You Will Learn in this Episode:✅ How sustainable business growth is achieved through a willingness to pivot quickly and fearlessly, even during a crisis like COVID.✅ Why servant leadership and community building are not just values but practical business tools that attract loyal customers, corporate clients, and long-term opportunities for small business owners.✅ How mentorship rooted in honest communication and shared experience can help entrepreneurs break through isolation, overcome self-doubt, and build the resilience needed for lasting success.Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to Jermail Shelton, co-owner of Just Add Honey Tea, a thriving small business in Atlanta04:22 Jermail shares the ingredients behind nearly 20 years of sustainable business growth06:15 How a bold business pivot during COVID transformed in person tea blending classes into an online business09:49 Stephen and Jermail discuss the key ingredients of a successful mentorship relationship13:51 Jermail reflects on servant leadership, faith, grit and what truly drives his purpose in entrepreneurshipKEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Business resilience is built by embracing change rather than resisting it. Jermail Shelton's ability to pivot Just Add Honey Tea during COVID, from a storefront-only model to a thriving online business with nationwide reach, proves that agility is one of the greatest assets a small business owner can have.💎 Servant leadership is not a soft skill but a growth strategy. Jermail's commitment to serving his customers, his community, and his mentees has directly fueled corporate partnerships, brand loyalty, and long-term sustainable business growth that spans nearly two decades.💎 The balance of faith and hard work is non-negotiable. Jermail believes that purpose-driven business success comes not from one or the other, but from the discipline to pray, plan, and then put in the work that most people are unwilling to do.ABOUT THE GUEST: Jermail is co-owner of Just Add Honey Tea Company, based in Atlanta, GA, along with his wife, Brandi. With a retail tea shop, online operations, and a wholesale division, Jermail oversees the company's off-site events and the wholesale department. His approach to life has always been to find ways to serve family, friends, and customers, building relationships one conversation at a time. With his deep love for people and community, he lives by the term Ubuntu, which means “I am because we are.” He has a strong desire to empower people to believe in their wildest dreams and goals, even as they stand up to their internal fears and self-doubts.Jermail Shelton - LinkedInRESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - WebsiteDO GOOD X Start Up AcceleratorDO GOOD X - LinkedInConnect with Hosts:Kimberly Daniel LinkedInStephen Lewis LinkedIn
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    20 分