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How I Discovered My Gift with David D. Simons

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How I Discovered My Gift is not just a podcast its part of a bigger movement to help 1 billion people discover, develop and distribute their gifts.This show is for anyone that feels lost and doesn’t know what their gifts are. This is also for people who don't feel they have a clear purpose in life and they don’t know their full potential. Most people don’t have an obvious talent like singing or athleticism or musical gifts this show is for people that need a little more help identifying their gifts. On this show you will find inspiration from our amazing guests who have discovered their gifts and talents and show you exactly how they did it.
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Episodes

Episode 75: Failure Doesn’t Define You. It Refines You

Join me in this thought-provoking episode as I explore the powerful concept that failure doesn't define us, but rather refines us. As I speak directly to you, I share personal insights and reflections on how embracing failure can lead to personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery. Tune in as we challenge societal norms and uncover the transformative journey that lies beyond the fear of failure. Get ready to shift your perspective and harness the true potential that lies within every setback...

May 23, 202318 minEp. 75

Episode 74: How Samuel IcanWin Transitioned from Classroom to Cash Flow through Real Estate Investing

Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Samuel IcanWin, a former educator who transitioned from the classroom to building a thriving real estate investment empire. Discover how Samuel overcame challenges and leveraged his teaching skills to generate cash flow through real estate. Gain valuable insights into his principles, practical steps, and mindset for success in this transformative episode. To get in touch with Samuel, visit his linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-ikh...

May 18, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 74

Episode 73: Being a Sports Fan Can Be One of The Biggest Distractions To Your Success

Are you a die-hard sports fan who has ever questioned the impact of your fandom on your own success? In this eye-opening episode, host [Your Name] dives into the unexplored aspects of being a sports fan that often go unnoticed. Join us as we uncover the hidden truth behind sports fandom and its potential to distract us from our personal growth and achievements. We challenge the notion of fan loyalty and explore the surprising dynamics between players' multimillion-dollar contracts and the dedica...

May 16, 202320 minEp. 73

"Episode 72: Part 2 of How Ken Brown Went From Multiple Evictions To Multi-Millionaire With The Gift Of Service "

In part 2 of our interview with Ken Brown, we dive deeper into the lessons he learned on his journey to success. Ken discusses the importance of self-awareness and taking responsibility for your own life, sharing his own experiences with personal development and growth. He also talks about the power of perseverance, sharing stories of how he bounced back from setbacks and failures to achieve even greater success. In addition, Ken offers insights into building a strong team and cultivating a cult...

May 11, 202357 minEp. 72

Episode 71: All Effort is Not Equal

In this episode, we talk about the fact that not all effort is equal. Sometimes, we can be putting in effort towards the wrong goal or direction, which leads to wasted time and energy. It's important to periodically check if we are going in the right direction and make necessary adjustments. I share some personal examples of times when we realized we were putting effort in the wrong direction and how we can course-correct this. Tune in to learn how to focus your effort in the right direction and...

May 08, 202315 minEp. 71

Episode 70: How Ken Brown Went From Multiple Evictions To Multi-Millionaire With The Gift Of Service

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Ken Brown, a self-made millionaire who went from being evicted multiple times to building a successful business empire through the gift of service. Ken shares his incredible journey, including the challenges he faced along the way and how he overcame them with his unwavering determination and commitment to serving others. He also offers practical tips and advice for anyone looking to achieve success in their own lives, emphasizing the importance of hav...

May 04, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 70

Episode 69: Generational Curses are Sneaky

In this episode, "Generational Curses are Sneaky," I discussed the ways in which generational curses can sneak back into our lives and the importance of being aware of our past to prevent them from doing so. Through biblical examples and personal insights, I encourage everyone listening to my podcast to confront your past traumas and become better stewards of your future.

May 01, 202324 minEp. 69

Episode 68: How Former Executive Chef, Jose Gonzalez Pivoted to Building a 6 Figure Coaching Business in Just 90 Days

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jose Gonzalez, a former executive chef who pivoted to building a successful coaching business in just 90 days. We delved into the mindset shift that Jose had to make in order to transition from being a chef to a coach, and the strategies he used to build his business from scratch. Jose also shared some valuable insights regarding discipline and how to stay focused and motivated during challenging times. If you're looking for inspiration and pr...

Apr 27, 20231 hr 8 minEp. 68

"Episode 67: How to Go From College, to Your Dream Job, to Your Dream "

In this episode, I share my personal journey of transitioning from my corporate job to pursuing my dream. I offer three important rules for anyone looking to transition from a job to their dream career. First, don't settle - never remain in a job that doesn't fulfill you. Second, be a rule breaker - don't be afraid to think outside the box and take risks. Finally, time block your grind - set aside dedicated time to work on your goals and make progress. If you're ready to take the leap and pursue...

Apr 24, 202320 minEp. 67

Episode 66: How Raoul Davis Built A Global Firm Branding the World's Top CEO's

Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Raoul Davis, the founder and CEO of Ascendant Group, a global brand strategy firm that has worked with some of the world's top CEOs and executives. Raoul shares his journey of how he built his company from scratch and turned it into a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profits worldwide. In this episode, Raoul talks about the importance of building a strong personal brand, and how he has helped his clients develop ...

Apr 20, 202353 minEp. 66

Episode 65: The Power of Paying for Relationships

In this episode, I discuss the power of paying for relationships. While there are some mentors who offer their guidance for free, I believe that investing financially in a mentor or coach yields greater results. There's a special transfer of knowledge and connection that happens when you make an investment in someone who is pouring into you. I truly believe in the power of seed, time, and harvest - that when you sow a seed through investment, and give it time, there will be a harvest. And the be...

Apr 17, 202315 minEp. 65

Episode 64: How Florence Torson-Hart is Empowering Women to Think Global Not Just Local

Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Florence Torson-Hart, President of the US Ghana Chamber of Commerce, and learn how she's empowering women to break barriers and think globally. With her own journey of perseverance and hard work, Florence shares valuable insights and advice to help you achieve success in your own life. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation with a trailblazing leader who's making a difference for women and businesses alike. Tune in now and be inspired to...

Apr 13, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 64

Episode 63: The Impact of Not Distributing Your Gift

Join me as I share my journey towards discovering my gift and the value of sharing it with the world. Growing up, my parents wanted me to be an engineer, but I knew deep down that it wasn't my calling. I rebelled and even got into trouble in my teenage years, but it was through the guidance of Delatorro McNeal that I discovered my true passion. Now, as the owner of Kingdom Social Media, a digital marketing company, I'm passionate about helping others find and share their gifts with the world. Tu...

Apr 11, 202313 minEp. 63

Episode 62: How Brian Adamson Turned a College Refund Check into a Multi Million Dollar Real Estate Empire

In this episode, our guest Brian Adamson shares his inspiring story of leveraging mentorship and money to achieve financial freedom. Through determination and grit, Brian was able to overcome a felony charge, flunking out of college, the 2008 financial crisis and other setbacks to reach his goals. Despite facing setbacks, Brian refused to give up on his dreams and used other people's money to buy properties for 20 years, ultimately achieving financial freedom. He has since gone on to do over 100...

Apr 06, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 62

Episode 61: The Power of Not Quitting

In this episode, David D. Simons talks about the importance of not giving up, even when things get tough. He shares his personal failures and struggles, and emphasizes the importance of pushing through and persevering. So, if you're feeling discouraged or overwhelmed, take a listen to "The Power of Not Quitting" and be inspired to keep pushing forward towards your dreams.

Apr 03, 202327 minEp. 61

Episode 60: How Anna Papalia's SHIFT profile is disrupting the traditional interview process

In this episode of "How I Discovered My Gift", we sit down with Anna Papalia, founder of SHIFT creator of the SHIFT profile, a revolutionary tool for job seekers and hiring managers to identify their interview style. Anna shares her journey of becoming a leading expert in the HR industry and how she disrupted the traditional interview process with her groundbreaking SHIFT profile. Through her years of coaching and interviewing people, Anna realized the lack of a tool to teach people how to inter...

Mar 30, 202351 minEp. 60

Episode 59: How Cynthia Dieyi Transitioned From Hollywood Producer and A 7 Figure Agency, to the Queen of Content

Join us in this episode as we chat with Cynthia Dieyi, a former rising star in the entertainment industry who courageously pursued a new dream. Cynthia shares her inspiring story of discovering and pursuing her passion, overcoming challenges during the transition, and finding fulfillment. Learn about the importance of following your dreams, even if it means letting go of traditional success. Visit http://cydieyi.com/ to find out more about Cynthia's journey and how she helps entrepreneurs create...

Mar 23, 202352 minEp. 59

"Episode 58: "From Rock Bottom to Royalty: LaVon Lewis' Journey to Building a Marketing Empire with Connect Branding and Marketing"

In today's episode, David had the opportunity to interview one of the nation's most sought-after branding and marketing professionals. LaVon Lewis is the Co-Founder, President, and Creative Director of Connect Branding, an award-winning branding and marketing firm based in Atlanta. He is one of the nation's most respected authorities on branding, design, and marketing. LaVon turns conceptual ideas into iconic brands for businesses all over the world. According to Black Enterprise Magazine, LaVon...

Mar 16, 20231 hrEp. 58

"Episode 57: "How Derrick Green Went From Victim to Victor, from Surviving to Thriving"

Join us on a journey of inspiration and resilience as we explore the life of Derrick Green. As a sexual assault victim who witnessed crimes at a young age, Derrick faced incredible challenges that could have easily derailed his life. However, he found hope and direction through the guidance of a mentor who saw his potential and helped him embark on a path of self-discovery and transformation. From surviving to thriving, Derrick's story is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and our capa...

Mar 09, 20231 hr 44 minEp. 57

"Episode 56: "How Tricia Daniel Transformed Tragedy Into Triumph: Empowering Women To Have Financial Clarity"

Tricia Daniel shares her personal journey of overcoming financial struggles and hardships, including divorce and being laid off from work without any savings. As a single mother with medical debt, she had to find a way to make ends meet. Through her own experiences and determination, Tricia became a successful financial coach, helping women take control of their finances and eliminate debt in 10 years or less. In this episode, Tricia details her S.W.O.N method and the impact it has had on her cl...

Mar 02, 202358 minEp. 56

"Episode 55: "How To Turn Your Passion into Profit & Turn Your Profit into A Family Investment Fund with Dr. Philip Lewis"

Join us on this week's episode of "How I Discovered My Gift," where host David sits down with the acclaimed expert Dr. Philip Lewis. Dr. Lewis is a successful entrepreneur, speaker and author, known for his expertise in turning passions into profitable careers. In this inspiring conversation, he shares his own journey to finding fulfillment and financial success, and provides valuable insights into the process of monetizing your gifts. But that's not all! Dr. Lewis will also delve into his Famil...

Feb 23, 202355 minEp. 55

Episode 54: “How Shona Bell Balances Entrepreneurship, Parenting, and Financial Success While Navigating Life's Roadblocks”

In todays episode, financial coach Shona Bell shares her journey of balancing parenting, entrepreneurship, and financial success. Shona is a successful entrepreneur and her husband is also an entrepreneur, so she knows all too well the challenges of trying to balance the demands of parenting with the unpredictability of the entrepreneurship life. Shona also shares her experience of having a bad business breakup and how she persevered through it, standing in her purpose and becoming a testimony f...

Feb 16, 202355 minEp. 54

"Episode 53: “How Enoch Leffingwell went from Poor Missionary to Building 6 Figure Family Businesses"

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Enoch Leffingwell. From a young age, Enoch was trained to have the mind of an entrepreneur, thanks to his mother breaking down marketing ads to him as bedtime stories. Throughout this episode, we'll hear about the challenges Enoch faced and the lessons he learned along the way, as well as the pivotal role mentors played in his success. This is a must-listen for anyone looking for inspiration and guidance on their entrepreneu...

Feb 09, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 53

Episode 52: How Tolu Owoyemi Went from Behind Bars to the Digital Marketer Behind Stars

In todays episode of How I Discovered My Gift, we are delighted to be given the chance to speak with Tolu Owoyemi. He is the owner and CEO of Mastermind Your Life, a media agency that specializes in Social Media Marketing. Over the years, Tolu developed business strategies that are proven in delivering successful revenue growth strategies for new businesses. He helps entrepreneurs leverage intelligence, creativity, empathy, and a strong work ethic to unlock their hidden potential, improve value ...

Jan 26, 202355 minEp. 52

Episode 50: How Nathalie Transitioned From Employment To Entrepreneurship

In this episode, we explore Nathalie's journey and the challenges she faced along the way. Nathalie Noisette is a Credit Expert and Financial Strategist on a mission to help shift our approach to money. We hear from Nathalie herself and experts in the field about how to make the transition from corporate life to self-employment, and how to stay inspired and motivated to make it work. From the struggles of navigating the freelance world to the lessons Nathalie learned about building a successful ...

Dec 29, 202227 minEp. 50

Episode 49: How Dr. Jones Risked It All To Gain It All

Today, David had a chance to sit with Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones - The Purpose Producer. Known for her unique gift drawing out whats best in others and helping them take their Brilliance to The Bank. A veteran of the entertainment industry, Nicole worked in Talent Management and Casting before she found her purpose and made the pivot to use her gifts & talents to help others and become the Founder & CEO of NRJ Enterprises. To learn more about Dr. Jones, please visit her website: https://ww...

Dec 08, 202249 minEp. 49

Episode 48: How Fox Wade Makes Millions Through Government Contracting

David chats with Fox Wade of Blackfox, a highly successful entrepreneur who has made a significant impact within the government contracting space. Despite encountering many challenges along the way, Fox's story is ultimately one of enduring strength and determination. https://www.blackfoxgroup.com/

Nov 10, 202255 minEp. 48

Episode 47: How Joel Sandoval Quit A 6-Figure Job To Start A 7-Figure Business

Joel Sandoval, CPA is a successful entrepreneur and tax mastermind, having helped business owners save $37 million in taxes. The story of his start in the tax industry goes back to the peak of the real estate market crash in 2007. He was new to the job force with one foot in the real estate industry. However, with so many people losing their homes, he was afraid he had hit a brick wall in real estate. Fortunately, the CPA at the escrow company he was employed with, shared her experience as an ac...

Nov 03, 202249 minEp. 47

Episode 46: How Travis Leverages The Principle of Increase to Live An Abundant Life

Travis Peters is a successful entrepreneur and devoted Christian who is passionate about helping others take control of their finances. At the age of 33, he has already built several successful online businesses, and he started Faith Life Money as a platform to inspire and educate other Christians on the importance of financial success. Through his blog posts, videos, and online courses, Travis encourages his readers to be bold in their pursuit of financial freedom. He believes that with careful...

Oct 28, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 46
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