In this episode of Kansas City Business Cast, host Michael Risinger interviews Shelia Johnson, the passionate host, producer, and creator of Gangsta Goodies Kitchen, a YouTube show that features local artists, politicians, leaders, and business owners in Kansas City. The show is 8 seasons strong!
Shelia shares her inspiring journey from being a teenage mom to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader. She discusses the importance of education, the challenges she faced, and how her diverse career path has shaped her current role.
The conversation delves into the significance of community impact, the genesis of Gangsta Goodies Kitchen, and the lessons learned in entrepreneurship, including the importance of revenue streams and business growth strategies.
In this engaging conversation, Shelia and Michael discuss the importance of consistency in content creation, the value of celebrating local heroes, and the need for efficient processes in running a successful show. Shelia shares her personal journey with lymphoma, emphasizing the therapeutic nature of cooking and the significance of building a supportive team. They also touch on the importance of pursuing dreams and making a positive impact in the community.
Chapters:
00:00 .Sponsor Message & Introduction
04:42 Sheila's Origin Story and Educational Journey
07:27 Career Path and Professional Experiences
10:44 Transition to Nonprofit and Community Engagement
13:45 Gangsta Goodies Kitchen: Concept and Mission
16:45 The Impact of Education and Community Support
19:51 Challenges and Triumphs in Business
22:44 Future Aspirations and Community Vision
38:48 The Power of Community Conversations
41:36 Lessons Learned in Entrepreneurship
46:10 Revenue Streams and Business Growth
49:41 Monetization and Engagement Strategies
55:10 Local Outreach and Future Goals
01:01:36 Streamlining Processes for Efficiency
01:06:10 The Importance of Guest-Centric Hosting
01:07:36 Building and Engaging Teams
01:10:32 Finding Alignment in Collaboration
01:12:03 Navigating Generational Differences in Work
01:15:27 Continuous Learning and Skill Development
01:20:29 Cooking as Therapy and Personal Healing
01:23:28 Facing Health Challenges with Resilience
01:28:26 Living with Purpose and Joy
01:38:20 Subscribe, Rate, Review!
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• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/gangstagoodieskitchen
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This interview was recorded @kcbctv studio, and the guest’s own studio environment.
Music: “Hackers” by Karl Casey / White Bat Audio @whitebataudio on YouTube and Instagram.
The information and opinions presented by our guests do not reflect the opinions of Kansas City Business Cast (KCBC), Kansas City Business Cast Network (KCBCtv), or its affiliates & sponsors. Sometimes we talk about finance, health, wellness, philosophy, history, the economy, religion, and other topics. This episode, as with all of our episodes, is intended for educational purposes.
