HOT SEAT with David Shands

In this episode of The Hot Seat, David sits down with entrepreneur Gabby, the passionate creator behind @SprinklesbyGCC . Gabby opens up about her journey from a successful baking business to facing obstacles that nearly brought it all down. Together, they dive deep into tough topics—from dealing with trust issues and late orders to balancing finances and personal struggles. 👉🏾 Join the Morning...

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In this episode of The Hot Seat Dave challenges Edgar, the founder of a faith-based clothing line Next Level Provisions, to stop being lazy and start doing the work. Can Edgar handle the heat? With a whirlwind of bold honesty, David pushes Edgar to confront his patterns of inconsistency, complacency, and the real barriers to his brand's success. From wrestling with faith's role in business...

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In this intense episode of The Hot Seat, Dave challenges Ahmed, the ambitious filmmaker and owner of Magnum Media, to rethink his approach to success. With big dreams of turning his indie films into blockbuster hits, Ahmed shares his vision of creating a show or movie and bringing it to major streaming platforms like Netflix or Peacock. But does he have what it takes to make this happen or is he a...

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In this episode of the Hot Seat, we explore the real challenges of turning a passion for poetry into a sustainable career. Justin Patton has set an ambitious goal of making $120,000 a year as a spoken word artist, but is it realistic? Can a poet truly build a profitable business in today’s world? This candid conversation reveals hard truths and valuable lessons for anyone looking to turn their cre...

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In this episode of The Hot Seat, young entrepreneur Brianna, the owner of BreezyFitCo, faces the fire! With a passion for fitness and a vision for growth, she’s seeking guidance from David to take her business to the next level. But will her current business model stand up to scrutiny? With confusion around her packages and a struggle to target the right clients, David doesn’t hold back. Watch as...

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In this episode of the Hot Seat, Dave sits down with Ian Moore, the bold entrepreneur behind Glacier Italian Ice. Ian’s not just selling frozen treats—he’s running a dual business model that combines a for-profit Italian ice company with a nonprofit dedicated to mentoring at-risk youth. But is this social enterprise scalable, or is Ian’s mission costing him more than he can afford? With six-figure...

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In this episode of The Hot Seat, David challenges Joseph, owner of The Good Service Podcast, to confront some hard truths about his entrepreneurial journey. Joseph shares his experiences in the nonprofit world, corporate America, and his quest for success, but there’s a catch—David isn't convinced he's fully committed. Will Joseph rise to the occasion and take ownership of his business, or...

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In this episode of The Hot Seat, David and guest host Meet Walker have a candid conversation with the founder of Sistahs in Business about the challenges of managing a growing company. They dive into tough topics like financial management, revealing that the guest struggles with tracking where the money is going. As they discuss the future of the business, tough questions are raised about scaling,...

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Get ready for a dynamic episode of the Hot Seat, recorded live at Podcast Summit 2024, where host David sits down with two aspiring entrepreneurs to dive into their journeys. From hustle stories to life-changing moments, this episode is packed with valuable insights, motivation, and practical advice for anyone looking to level up their entrepreneurial game. With a surprise guest appearance, David...