Hard Wig, Soft Life | Season 2, Episode 2: "Walking in Your Purpose" - A Chat w/ Justin Storey
Digital marketing mogul Justin Storey shares his journey from teen actor to successful entrepreneur, revealing how faith, vulnerability, and community building became the foundation of his purpose-driven business empire and the transformative Creators Escape movement.
What You'll Discover:
- How Justin made $32,000 in high school and chose entrepreneurship over college
- The pivotal moment when his mother's health crisis inspired his business drive
- Transitioning from child actor to behind-the-camera digital storytelling expert
- Building a 60% real estate clientele while staying true to artistic vision
- Creating Creators Escape: a safe haven for entrepreneurs and creatives
- Navigating industry spaces while maintaining integrity and faith
Key Conversations:
- Why he never wanted to be labeled as "Black-owned business"
- The difference between religion and authentic faith in business
- Supporting Black entrepreneurs and giving second chances in our community
- Depression, setbacks, and the $20K project that nearly broke him
- How vulnerability fuels both community and creativity
- The three steps for navigating seasons of uncertainty
Perfect for: Entrepreneurs seeking purpose-driven business advice, faith-based entrepreneurship, Black business owners, creative community building, mental health awareness, digital marketing insights, and personal development journeys.
Hosted by Melissa L. Atkinson | Follow Justin Storey @iamjustinstorey | Learn more about Creators Escape @thecreatorescape
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