The Work-N-Play Podcast

Damian Burris’ journey to becoming an influential force in the real estate industry has been through the road of what seems like another life! His story of coming from the world of Law Enforcement as an investigator and eventually detective in the Major Crimes Investigative Unit is riveting, inspiring, and one of a kind. Damian has taught hundreds of other students how to maximize their potential...

Gisele Marcelin’s journey to America, climbing the corporate ladder, and establishing Modern Ruth, an online boutique for women, is beyond inspiring! Coming to America from another country, navigating her teenage years, starting a career, navigating relationships, and embracing her entrepreneurial spirit have all been a part of her memorable story! In this episode, we have a candid convo with the...

Charlee Convinton’s journey to becoming a leader, trusted confidant, grounded servant ,and Senior Business Analyst has been marked by resourcefulness, intuition, and a willingness to have deep empathy for others. As a native New Yorker, during her early years she had to navigate difficult surroundings by being true to herself, “reading the room” and leading with a care for others. In this special...

The path to success is filled with the most unconventional decisions that only the protagonist could understand. In this episode, let's talk about how to follow your intuition and take the proper advice from those in your circle of influence. For good faith, share your big vision below. put it out in the world to make it that much more true! ========== Launch your premium product or service wi...

David West & Devin Gentry of Big Play Digital Solutions have been able to transition from College football careers into founding an agency that is a “One Stop Shop” for businesses. Providing Web Development, Social Media Management, and Digital Ads for their clients is their passion and they are here to talk about the journey! We discuss : - Defining what it means to be grounded and sticking t...

Enoch McKie has been able to expand his horizons from the world of Nuclear Engineering, Solar Industry, and Robotics to the world of filmmaking. After coming up with a 5-year plan to transition out of corporate America, he was able to make the leap after being overworked, underappreciated, and stifled in his creativity. He is now the founder of B-REEL Entertainment and host of the Breaking & E...

Sensi Charlery knows what it's like to work and play! During business hours she is a finance professional and after finishing up for the day she takes on the world of a creative entrepreneur. As host of the Secluded Thoughts Podcast, she knows firsthand what it takes to juggle creativity, deadlines, self-development, and a passion for helping others. In this episode we sit down to talk about :...

Lauren Parrott is a corporate professional turned entrepreneur who decided to take her life back into her own hands when faced with the reality that the job with never uphold her personal values more than she would. Her mission is to continue to carry on her family's legacy. Lauren now focuses on building generational wealth as a mompreneur for her son and her loving family. Dive into this epi...

Social Workers are an integral part of our society and help millions of people daily navigate through and prevent problems in their daily lives. As a professional in this industry, it is important to have the proper outlook, resources, and if needed “ exit plan” to help you transition into your desired path of choice. In this episode I’ll unpack : - Your ENTRY STRATEGY: What is it that will help y...

Brandon Ramsey’s journey from working a 9-5 in Virginia to becoming an in demand and successful photographer in Atlanta is full of insight, healing, and bravery. Experiencing a working history of odd jobs, being a lab tech, and educational consultant and eventually picking up photography has led him to a life of purpose and mission. On this episode we’ll discuss : - Joining the “Great Resignation”...

Marcedes Bell has developed into a businesswoman in a sector that isn’t known to have owners who have much in common with who and what she is. Her story is full of an incredible amount of introspection, tough lessons, and a journey to rediscovering her self-worth. As the owner of Say Clean Cleaning Services, her personal and business development is quite an inspiration in this episode we discuss :...

Leida Speller isn't your traditional financial planner , she has the makeup of a modern day freedom-fighter mixed with the business acumen of the most distinguished of business minds. As Director of Financial Planning at Apogee Partners for the past 6 years, she is a Certified Financial Planner and holds multiple professional licenses. In our candid, refreshing, and empowering conversation we...

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Personal Development : Questions To Ask Before Taking The Leap | Episode 65 with Aryelle Young One of the key principles a successful entrepreneur follows is ongoing personal development. Asking yourself tough questions before transitioning will prove to make your journey more clear and intentional. In this episode I will walk you through some key questions to ask yourself that will help you uncov...

Safir Monroe: Actor, Artist , CEO and Founder of UnDelay , the world’s fastest aviation communication data aggregator joins us to talk about how he manages navigating working in corporate and building a business. In our time together we discuss : - How his parents introduced him to science and engineering at a young age and opened his interest to tech. - Making a film and his experience to get it...

Jose Bennett, A.K.A. “ The Digital Course Whisperer” is behind the info products and courses of some of the most influential people in the world. After helping his clients generate more than $4 million in revenue his main goal is to guide and empower others to package their expertise and solutions to impact others. In this episode we discuss : - Growing up in a musical family and how that led to h...

Bianca Hughes, the Perfectionism Therapist helps women to embrace their imperfections & authentically be themselves. After navigating corporate culture rooted in fear and at times suppression of emotive expression; she was ready to make the pivot into independence as a therapist. In this episode we discuss: - Taking the leap from corporate to become a therapist. - Embracing Imperfection and au...

Africa Gadison, a 20 plus year communications and marketing professional joins us today to unpack the power of corporate mentorship in the entrepreneurship journey. In this episode we unpack : -- Sharpening the gift of her communication and embracing it as a transferrable skill. - The overlap between her corporate experience and video production. - Studying data: how it has enabled her to become a...

TK James has been able to curate the life most dreams of! As an owner of a thriving security company and with a background in studying, implementing, and being aware of the latest technology he has been able to leverage business to become a global traveler. As a travel coach, he helps others unlock the power of what traveling means to them while doing so inexpensively and with an introspective app...

Legal Cannabis usage is sweeping across the nation and those who were and are positioned to capitalize off of the demand are innovative, perceptive, and very much aware of future opportunities. Nykia Abbott, founder of Corporate Smokers Inc has been able to tap into the power of what she calls "Executive Presence Cannabis." This episode was incredible as she is providing a real solution to...

Becoming a medical doctor in America according to some statistics leaves very few of the population with a chance to do so. Dr. Martin Campbell beat the odds! Born in Gary, Indiana, raised by a single mother, son to an incarcerated father, and educated in environments without high amounts of representation chose another route. In this episode we uncover his incredible story : - The wonder of the m...

Planning and implementing your corporate exit strategy is one of the best ways to have a more calculated transition into full-time entrepreneurship. Many people say “just take the leap and figure it out later” but at what expense? Many times it comes with unbearable amounts of stress, lack of vision, and unnecessary noise that could have been averted with the right strategy in place. In this episo...

Building a rental car business via Turo can produce consistent revenue and profit margins when done correctly. Marlon Walls has gone from a career in engineering to become a full-time entrepreneur with business ventures in real estate, speaking, and renting vehicles. In this episode we sit down to discuss: - The process of elimination he used to discover his vocation vs. reverse engineering his in...

Jackson Mississippi natives Trai Solo ( Truck, Leezy & Trendy) are making noise in the independent music scene! This trio has a refreshing, innovative, and mature sound that has come as a result of a lifelong relationship as brothers. In this episode, we dive into the people behind the music and the family dynamic that holds it all together as they make their rise! Its their Music Career while...

Jonathan Beatty transitioned from a career in Corporate Finance and Healthcare of nearly a decade to solving the problem of illiteracy. As Chief Bookman and Founder of I Love Books, he is on a mission to help change a generation through the power of Social Entrepreneurship. In this episode we discuss : - His upbringing and growing up in less than ideal circumstances and how that ignited his desire...