ED weighs in on having the ability to sustain the many relationships that we establish and the benefits that come from it. When was the last time you followed up with a someone that you built a relationship with? How do you check in with your personal and professional relationships? Sustain the relationship by any means!!
Kenny Brown is a Native Washingtonian, college/career coordinator and head football coach at Ballou Senior High School. A proud graduate if Winston-Salem State University where he developed many of his leadership skills that he uses daily today serving students East of the River in some of Washington DC’s most underserved communities. Kenny prides himself on being able to adapt to any environment, weather any storm and never forgetting about where he comes from. Keep up with Kenny! | @thekennyb
Nyael Jones, the founder, and CEO of More to Give. She has been an active member of her community for over five years. As Nyael got older, she was able to see the world from a realistic perspective, and soon she developed a concern of why certain things were happening around the world. She began asking herself, “What could I do to make a change?" Even as a young entrepreneur, she knew that she still had the power to make a difference. She would participate in small activities and projects that c...
Ed shares his any means moment of the impact that South Florida has had on his life.
At 6:05 P.M. on Thursday, 4 April 1968, Martin Luther King was shot dead while standing on a balcony outside his second-floor room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. News of King’s assassination prompted major outbreaks of racial violence, resulting in more than 40 deaths nationwide and extensive property damage in over 100 American cities. James Earl Ray, a 40-year-old escaped fugitive, later confessed to the crime and was sentenced to a 99-year prison term. During King’s funeral a ta...
ED discusses how life distractions will happen and how we must address them head on to not let our success be hindered by something or someone that is a distraction in your daily life. What is your biggest distraction?
AYE!plus is a native of Washington, D.C. Born and raised in Southeast, D.C. in the Hill East neighborhood, better known as 17th & Compton to Native Washingtonians. He began rapping at a young age when he was a member at the Eastern Branch Boys & Girls Club that had a music studio he would spend time in with his peers. As one of the early DC rappers he came up alongside Shy Glizzy, Fat Trel, and Lightshow during a time where DC Rap began to become more popular than the original sound of t...
ED talks about how simply doing the right thing in our personal and professional lives can lead to success and longevity compared to taking short cuts, having greed and trying to finesse our way through life.
ED discusses the importance of never giving up on your goals and the desired results no matter how difficult the challenge may be. When was the last time you committed to something where the odds were stacked against you?
In honor of Women’s History Month, ED reflects on his relationship with his mother, Celeta Hunter, who gave birth to him at 17-years-old, graduated at the top of her class and gave up a full tuition scholarship to nurture and care for him. ED also touches on the importance of having a healthy relationship with your parents, specifically your mother. S/O to All the Mothers around the world raising beautiful children! Is your relationship with your mother healthy? If not, is it something that can ...
DikeofDaNorf was born and raised in Washington, D.C. At a young age she understood the importance of adapting to different people and environments, during her time as a student at Alice Deal, an International Baccalaureate Middle School. She received a full scholarship from Howard University, she did not finish, but that has not stopped her from following her dreams by any means necessary. A proud D.C. Native, she spent most of her adolescent years in different communities across Northeast D.C. ...
Kamal was born on July 29, 1962 at Providence Hospital in Washington, DC. He attended Shepherd Elementary School, Georgetown Day School and the University of Pennsylvania. He grew up working at his family’s business, Ben’s Chili Bowl, as a teenager. He has been married 22 years to Sonya Jamil Ali. Keep up with Kamal @kamaliali | @benseverything BEN’S CHILI BOWL EXPANSIONS AND DEVELOPMENTS Ben’s Bakery and Ice Cream 1986 which operated at the Reeves Center at 14th & U Street for 20 years. Ben...
Happy Friday! Happy Black HistoryMonth! ED shares his three pillars for 2023 and why they are important for our personal and professional development. What are your three focus areas for 2023?
Ron Story, Jr., has been a full time entrepreneur for over 20 years and has been instrumental in the creation, development and leadership of over 30 companies. Ron went from a struggling insurance salesman to becoming a self-made entrepreneur, now living in Medellin, Colombia. He is the founder of software company, PitchDB, the world’s largest podcast search engine with nearly 3 million hosts. It saves hours of digging for podcast contact details in just a few clicks. He is also the author of a ...
ED discusses the need and requirements for elevating to the next level in our personal and professional lives. Are you ready for the next level!?
ED discusses how to create and sustain lasting impressions with those who we come across while having pure intentions. Do you think that you are impressionable? Are you easily impressed by others? What impresses you the most about people? Listen Now!
ED reflects on the murder of his childhood best friend, Ryan Harris who was shot and killed on March 16, 2008 at the age of 15 and many other challenges that impacted him and his peers and how he used/uses it to fuel motivation for success. What loss are you using to motivate you to win?
ED reflects on the first two months of 2023. Highlighting wins, areas of improvement, practicing discipline and getting ready to execute in March! How do you feel with your results the first two months of 2023? What is your plan for March? What have you learned so far in 2023 about your goals?
ED arrives in Boston, Massachusetts for the first time to attend The 50th Annual H. Naylor Fitzhugh Conference, featuring the Black Tech Summit and the Black New Venture Competition, hosted by the African American Student Union at Harvard Business School. Ed shares his thoughts on the importance of showing up to things that are not mandatory for us and keeping an open mind with a genuine approach. When was the last time you attended a work/family event that wasn’t planned in advanced?
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ED reflects on practicing self-belief, having a high level of confidence, overcoming adversity, and using pain to fuel your purpose by any means. Do you truly believe in yourself? Are you taking steps daily to be closer to your goals? When was the last time you did the unthinkable? The “impossible”?
Happy Valentine’s Day! Do you love yourself? Self-love is a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological and spiritual growth. Self-love means having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness. Self-love means taking care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others. How will you love yourself today?
ED share his thoughts on practicing consistency to achieve our goals no matter how long it takes. Will you be consistent today tomorrow and beyond?
ED discusses the connection between community and family and its differences among various cultures. What are you doing today to take your community and family to the next level? What do you want to leave behind to your community and family? Take the lead today!
Lewis Mohorn AKA Gangsta Comedian is a native of Pompano Beach, Florida. He’s a host, comedian, actor, barber, community leader, manager and more. Ed and Lew discuss his upbringing in Pompano also referred to as “Pompanoya”, the difference between Broward County and Dade County religion, rap, being a victim of gun violence, the impact of the drug “Flakka” on Pompano, fatherhood, his entertainment career and more. Keep up with Lew: @gangstacomedian954
ED discusses why we all should have mentors and sponsors for our personal and professional lives. Who is your mentor?
ED shares the importance of getting to the big during his commute to the gym. What are you willing to sacrifice to increase your finances? Are you funding your dreams? Let’s get it BY ANY MEANS!
ED discusses proper planning and the connection it has to your goals and success. What is your plan for the month?
ED discusses the the importance of discipline and the benefits we reap from practicing it. What form of self-discipline can you start practicing today today? Do you have any type of daily routine? Can you refrain from things that hinder your health, development and success? Are you committed to anything currently? Discipline yourself today BY ANY MEANS and watch the power that you gain for yourself and those around you!
ED shares his thoughts and experience with being uncomfortable to get comfortable. What’s stopping you from being uncomfortable? What’s preventing you from taking that big risk? Why are you scared to relocate? Apply for that new promotion? Get uncomfortable By Any Means!
