Adventures In Business

When someone tells you they care, it can feel like a throwaway line. But when Chris Meadors says it, you believe it – because he backs it up with every move he makes.  On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi sit down with Chris Meadors, a lifelong award-winning Marriott sales executive turned real estate executive. He shares how he got into real estate, why it's been a career he...

In this Adventures in Business mini episode, Mandi and Amani are back – this time talking about all things courses, including Amani's new course! They're talking about what exactly courses are, why they matter, and how Amani created one to complement his book and coaching work. If you've ever thought about creating a course (or you're curious to hear about Amani's new course), be sure to tune in t...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Ken Rusk, a ditch digger, entrepreneur, life coach, and bestselling author of Blue Collar Cash. Together, they talk about creating a fulfilling life, designing your future with purpose, why the desire for blue collar jobs has declined (but why there's still so much opportunity there), and how to create a workplace culture that ke...

The streets are talking... and they're saying it's time to prep for some turbulence. In this mini episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi share what they're calling "disaster selling." Whether we're officially in a recession or just in a weird economic moment (who knows what we're calling it these days), the point is: you need to be ready. And this episode is all about how to do that wi...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi welcome back a returning guest Teresa Howes, the founder of Twine. Twine is a community built by women in business, for women in business. It's a space for passion-driven solopreneurs and micro-business owners—women who are juggling countless roles and working tirelessly to bring their expertise to the world.  Tune in to hear how Teresa pl...

We're in an age where, before working with a business, people will go online to check out the business's website and reviews. They expect to see an online presence—and if they don't, that's a problem. In this mini episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi dive into the world of online visibility, why it matters more than ever, and some lesser-known ways of making yourself visible and buil...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi sit down with an absolute powerhouse—Phoenix Porcelli, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Convene. Convene is a global hospitality company that designs and manages premium meeting, event, and flexible workspace locations across the U.S. and the U.K. Convene was intentionally designed with meeting and event planners in mind to create...

You've just wrapped up a networking event. Your business cards are scattered across your bag, your feet are sore, and your brain is buzzing with new ideas and names. Now what? In this mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi get into the real work that happens after an event: post networking. Tune in for post networking strategies that make the most of your time and connections! 🔗C...

In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Portia Smith, founder and CEO of Elev8 Coaching. Portia's story is one of bold pivots, soulful decisions, and a lifelong passion for learning — and she brought all of that and more to the mic. Tune in to hear Portia's journey to coaching, how she grew her coaching business into a team, and how spiritual psychology has shaped her...

In this very important mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi are talking about what resilience looks like in action, how it plays a role in both business and personal growth, and why it's one of the most important traits to cultivate. Tune in for inspiration to stay strong, push through, and come back with a better mindset! 🔗  Click  here to check out the show notes for this epi...

Boxing, business, and a bit of humor – Chad Yarvitz has built a thriving fitness empire by blending all three. A former Golden Gloves boxing champion, Chad is now the president of Xplicit Fitness, a personal training gym that has redefined how people experience boxing workouts. In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi sit down with Chad to hear about his transition from the ring...

In this mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi are sharing their conference plans for 2025. It's shaping up to be a busy year, and they're telling you exactly where they'll be, plus Amani and Mandi's conference strategy – pre-conference, during, and post-conference – to make the most of their time there. 🔗  Click  here to check out the show notes for this episode!

We've got another fun Ask Me Anything episode of Adventures in Business today! Amani and Mandi are answering your questions and telling you what's going on in their business, classrooms, and everything in between. Tune in to hear what Amani's classes are doing right now, what big issues Mandi is seeing in the hotel industry, their "Hit List" of dream podcast guests, and more! 🔗  Click  here  to c...

Big news: Amani Roberts is officially a USA Today Bestselling Author! His book, The Quiet Storm, recently hit the top 50 on the USA Today Bestseller charts, and we couldn't be more excited for him. In this special mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Amani is sharing what it takes to make the list, the strategies behind a successful book launch, and what happens after hitting bestseller status....

When it comes to fitness, many people think of high-impact workouts, heavy weights, and endless cardio. But what if there was a different way to move your body — one that focused on functional movement, longevity, and strengthening muscles you didn't even know you had? That's exactly what Pvolve offers, and Mandi and Amani had the pleasure of chatting with two powerhouse women behind Pvolve San Di...

Coaching is a great tool for growth, whether you're looking to spark creativity, level up your sales, or improve your professional skills. In this mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano share their approaches to coaching, the benefits it brings to their clients, and how they attract new coaching opportunities. Plus, tune in to hear Mandi's top 3 skills every sales...

Have you ever thought about writing a book, but don't know where to start? In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Julie Broad, founder of Book Launchers, to give you everything you need to know. Julie is sharing her journey from real estate investing to becoming a best-selling author and book publishing expert. Plus, she's telling what all new authors need to know abo...

If you're an aspiring professional speaker, this episode is a must-listen for inspiration and practical advice! On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi sit down with Dr. Will Moreland, international speaker, author, and success coach. Dr. Will shares his inspiring story of going from Compton to becoming a globally recognized speaker, his 4 P's for success that got him there, and...

On this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi welcome back Annette Gregg, CEO of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE). With a career spanning meeting planning, incentive travel, and leadership roles across major industry organizations, Annette brings a fresh perspective on fostering collaboration, leadership, the travel industry, and supporting the next generation of eve...

In this special mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi are talking about sales training – and Mandi is sharing all about her innovative Sales Tales Live sessions. These interactive coaching experiences offer a fresh take on sales strategy, focusing on relationship-building rather than transactional selling. Tune in for a new perspective on sales! 🔗Connect with Mandi on her websit...

In this special episode of Adventures in Business, the tables are turned as Mandi interviews Amani about his new book, The Quiet Storm. Amani, a DJ, professor, and entertainment industry expert, takes us on a deep dive into the impact of R&B music, its lasting influence, and the passion that fueled his newest project. 🔗 Preorder The Quiet Storm and connect with Amani on his website 🔗Click here t...

Mandi and Amani share what is in and out for them in 2025. What is in and out for YOU in 2025?

If you've ever thought that you don't need to be on LinkedIn because you're not looking for a job, this episode is for you! LinkedIn is much more than a digital resume: it's become a highly valuable networking tool that can help you find clients, build relationships, and establish thought leadership. In this episode of Adventures in Business, we caught up with Kurt Shaver, a dynamic sales trainer...

Amani and Mandi discuss Amani's latest trip to Nashville for a mastermind and the concept of niching down that continues to surface. Have you thought about niching down your services and specialty?

Are you using LinkedIn to grow your business or build your brand? You might be missing some key ingredients for success (or even sabotaging your efforts) – and today's guest is here to tell all. In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi sit down with LinkedIn expert Richard Bliss, CEO of BlissPoint. According to Richard, LinkedIn is the "upside-down world of social media," where t...