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High Voltage Business Builders PodcastPodcasting Unveiled: Must-Listen Pre-launch Insights with Karl Sona & Neil TwaTakeaways:Podcasting has become a popular medium for businesses and individuals to connect with their target audience.Consumer behaviors with podcasts have significantly changed, with more Americans consuming podcasts than ever before.To be successful in podcasting, it is important to understand your target audience and deliver unique value that sets you apart from competitors.A mindset shift is necessary to be more bold and willing to lead with what makes you unique.Modern media training can help executives and founders improve their communication skills and deliver clear and concise messages.Regular practice and reviewing recordings are essential...2024-05-1537 min
Gridiron and Growth PodcastEmbracing Authenticity: Reframing Challenges with Karl SonaIn this episode of the Gridiron and Growth, our guest Karl Sona is an entrepreneur through and through, working with NGC Capital investment group, the Kas Company and a co-founder of Streamlined Media. Karl Sona, a 32-year-old who has lived most of his life for others, experienced a lot of trial and error along the way. Realizing that he had not been tuned in to his own internal voice, Karl embarked on a journey to discover his true identity. He ventured off the radar and engaged in various challenges, using them as vehicles to connect with himself. 2023-10-2344 min
What's Your 1 More?Ep. 14 - How to Start a Podcast and Win Engagement with Karl SonaStarting a podcast can feel like one of the most daunting tasks you can do. Did you know that over 90% quit after just 7 episodes? It’s no wonder. Podcasting can sometimes feel like a shout-in-the-dark. That’s why people like Karl Sona rise to the occasion to get people discovered. In this episode, Karl, CRO, and Co-Founder of Streamlined Media, gives the best advice on starting and running a successful podcast and the opportunities it can come with. By the end, you’ll be fired up and fully aware of all the resources necessary to produce your own show.
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Real Estate ExcellenceKarl Sona of Streamlined MediaMaking your content explode in social media isn’t always a matter of luck but a matter of being consistent and understanding your audiences. This is what the entrepreneur Karl Sona helps businesses and independent creators achieve at Streamlined Media. Karl grew up south of Washington, D.C., as the son of Moroccan immigrant parents. His parents’ hard work and determination made him quickly learn that these were the values needed to succeed at the land of opportunity. Having started his career as a medical equipment salesman, Karl grew into a successful business developer who saw t...2022-11-2935 minReal Estate ExcellenceKarl Sona of Streamlined MediaMaking your content explode in social media isn’t always a matter of luck but a matter of being consistent and understanding your audiences. This is what the entrepreneur Karl Sona helps businesses and independent creators achieve at Streamlined Media. Karl grew up south of Washington, D.C., as the son of Moroccan immigrant parents. His parents’ hard work and determination made him quickly learn that these were the values needed to succeed at the land of opportunity. Having started his career as a medical equipment salesman, Karl grew into a successful business developer who saw t...2022-11-2935 min
RISE Urban NationKarl Sona - Driving Profitable Partnerships for Minority-Owned Businesses!About Karl: I am a man on a mission to create more profitable partnerships between black-owned businesses and large corporate brands. As a first-generation immigrant from Cameroon, I grew up having to always be different versions of myself. Whether it was under my parent's roof where I had to adhere to cultural standards, or out in the world having to connect with my white and black peers. Initially, it was a struggle to connect with my true personal identity, as I didn't fall into any particular group stereotype. However, as time went on, I came to realize t...2022-11-2849 min
The Company ShowWill AI Replace Writers with Karl SonaImagine the possibilities if we could produce podcasts on demand with AI. There’s no doubt that human creativity will always play an important role when it comes to crafting engaging content, but new tools are helping podcasters overcome one major bottleneck: show notes and social copy from episodes themselves! This week's guest, Karl Sona, has been working hard creating AI tools for podcasters - his company Streamlined Podcasts creates professional quality audio programs using AI. Karl is also the creator of the PodNotes service and hosts the Dear BLK CEO podcast which highlights underrepresented business owners who are scaling th...2022-09-0900 min
Think Unbroken with Michael Unbroken | Childhood Trauma, CPTSD, and Mental Health RecoveryKarl Sona - Think Like Kings & Queens | Trauma Healing PodcastIn this episode, I am very excited about today's episode with one of my great friends Karl Sona. This conversation is one that I enjoyed having because Karl and I have a very similar mindset, we met through a mutual friend, and we became great pals. I want you to think about here as you listen to today's episode, are you surrounding yourself with the right people? Are you putting yourselves in the right rooms? And most importantly, are you moving toward big dreams?
Our dreams are often overshadowed by limiting beliefs about what we've been taught and accessing for...2022-04-2748 min
Dear BLK CEOSeason Finale: Building Bridges Between the Corporate World and Minority-Owned BusinessesIt feels like yesterday that the idea for this podcast came to me. I was still in my corporate job and met with the decision of whether or not to go down the entrepreneurial route. Ultimately, I chose to go solo, and I haven’t looked back. In this season finale, I want to reflect on the journey so far and how minority-owned businesses can build and maintain a competitive edge in the market. I’ll also talk about the show's future and how we’ll be shifting gears to get more focussed on creating bridges to fuel growth. L...2022-03-2622 minDear BLK CEOHow to Overcome Corporate Conditioning and Plan for Success (Solo Episode)Entrepreneurship is about moving; it's about taking that risk. Let’s continue with our topic about leaving the corporate job to get into the ownership space. It can be done when you understand there is a definite learning curve and that you need to plan for it. In this episode, I talk about breaking the corporate thought process so you can strategize your entrepreneurial journey without the mental barriers, all while bringing your learned skills along with you. To those who aspire to be successful, jump in, and let’s talk about how to overcome corporate conditioning. 2022-03-2339 minDear BLK CEO10 Questions Everyone Needs to Answer Before Becoming an EntrepreneurAre you burned out or just generally unhappy with your workplace? It's time to start finding some significance and meaning in your work! We're going to continue talking about leaving your corporate job and how to take the leap of faith in a way that will help you find success. In this episode, I break down 10 specific questions to ask yourself or to think about to determine whether or not you are ready to leave the job. Today is all about digging deep and answering the deeper questions we may have been avoiding. Dive in, and let's...2022-03-1223 minDear BLK CEOLeaving Your Corporate Job: The Process Required to Get the Promise (Solo Episode)Leaving your corporate job can seem like a daunting idea, but it doesn't have to be, not if you know what's at stake. If you're prepared for the challenges and are willing to put in the work, you can build a successful business and achieve the financial freedom you've always wanted. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the importance of taking the time to understand the process and some of the challenges you may face along the way. At the end of the day, you need to be honest with yourself and live a life that is...2022-02-2622 minDear BLK CEOLeaving Your Corporate Job: How to Know When It's Time (Solo Episode)When I stopped caring and stopped being motivated, I knew it was time to leave. If you're not putting your all into your job, it's time to move on. In this episode, I talk about my experience leaving my corporate job to become an entrepreneur. I believe if you're no longer happy in your job, it's probably time to consider moving on and start making decisions like an owner. Let's dive in and look at knowing when it's time to go, the importance of thinking like an owner. Tweetable Quotes: "I th...2022-02-2320 minDear BLK CEOPlay the Long Game; Combining Optimism with Realism (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! We live in a world that is constantly programming us to go fast. The problem entrepreneurs face when they adopt this mindset is that we quit far too soon when we don’t see quick results. In this solo episode, I’m going to challenge that view, explore what it means to play the long game, and unpack going from “6-figures in one month” thinking, to 7-figures in the long term! Are you willing to stay in the game to make...2022-01-2812 minDear BLK CEODeepening Your Value in the Marketplace (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Today I open up with a question I want you to have on your mind as we dive in: why did you get into Business? Whatever your reasons may be, I believe that a strong “why,” the reason for your business’ very existence, is the driving force behind your impact in the market. In this episode, I’ll break down the importance of understanding your value in the marketplace and challenge us to deepen that value to figure out how to create o...2022-01-2130 min
People Helping PeopleKarl Sona of the Kas Company Works to Normalize Minorities in Corporate BusinessSend us a textKarl Sona is the founder of the Kas Company, which connects black-owned businesses to corporate brands, and hosts the Dear BLK CEO podcast. He is a strong advocate of representation that provides a way for people to see themselves in various roles, particularly minorities. Through working together, companies can create a new atmosphere of funding, mentorship, and infrastructure that helps diverse teams thrive. More importantly, Karl works to see a future where these approaches can scale.Read the full transcript and show notesVisit People Helping PeopleVisit the K...2022-01-1740 minDear BLK CEOHow to Remain Optimistic for the Year Ahead (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! With the last couple of years we’ve had, I can imagine so many are skeptical about what’s ahead. That’s why we’re going to flip things around and frame things positively! That said, we can’t just hope and wish our year to be great then sit back and wait. I’m here to tell you that you CAN take control of your future. In this episode, I’ll be breaking down what is required of us to make this year...2022-01-0729 minDear BLK CEOMastering "One Word" (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Happy New Year to everyone listening to this episode! It’s been a wild one, but you made it. Well done! For those of you who are going into the new year wanting to bet on yourself and make the leap, it’s time to define your “One Word.” This is that one word that will define your goal for this year. Today, I’ll break down the impact this technique can have and how your word needs to be simple enough to...2021-12-3113 minDear BLK CEOHaving the Faith to "Make the Jump" (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! On this show, we talk a lot about pivoting away from corporate and into ownership, but what you don’t always hear is how to deal with the fear that sometimes comes with following a purpose bigger than yourself. The more I talk to these successful entrepreneurs the more I realize that there are certain phases that all of them go through before they make the transition, and part of that is having faith! In this episode, I talk about the le...2021-12-2416 minDear BLK CEOWinning a High Ticket Contract by Aiming for the Top: Case Study (Solo)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Any owner dreams of landing that high ticket contract that leads to massive revenue, partnerships, and opportunities. The problem is all too often we cut ourselves at the knees by avoiding the top of the organization and starting from the bottom, or the “safe” position. I want to tell you right now, if you know that you are providing value and hitting major pain points, then you are doing yourself a huge disservice by not starting at the top. In this epis...2021-12-1720 minDear BLK CEOThe Value Behind Your Perspective (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! There’s something that all the CEOs and executives that I’ve interviewed have in common. Something they all share that seems to propel them and drive them to trust themselves even when it’s “not safe” or contrary to the status quo. In this episode, I want to unpack that ability and encourage us that this is something we can all do. It may not be easy, but if you are willing to lean into your own gifting and ideas, I believe...2021-12-1014 minDear BLK CEOFoundations for Success: How to Create an Effective Business Plan (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! 3 out of 4 startups fail. That can be a very daunting statistic for anyone looking to start a business. So what is going to set us apart? What I’ve learned on the path to ownership is that effective planning is what ultimately takes the concept in your head to become something tangible people will pay actual dollars for. So, In this episode, I want to get very practical and break down some actionable steps you can take into your week to be...2021-12-0427 minDear BLK CEOThe Power of Story (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Happy Thanksgiving ya’ll! In the spirit of gratitude, I’d like to say a huge thank you to you for tuning in and helping make this podcast what it is. Let’s keep breaking the barriers of who can be a CEO and achieve ownership with today’s episode. I want to focus in on how important it is to understand the value of stories. Stories of those who have gone before us can open your mind to possibilities you never th...2021-11-2611 minDear BLK CEOYour Dream Needs a Support System (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Picture that big, audacious dream in front of you. Then allow me to add one caveat to that image: a powerful and loving support system surrounding you! Can you see them? In this episode, I want to talk about the importance of allowing the right people to come around you and how it can set you up for success. This journey is an arduous one, but it doesn’t have to be walked alone. And what better place to start than he...2021-11-2014 min
Do It With DanYour Dreams Are Out There For You | Karl SonaHow can we connect more people of color, bring them to the table and awaken them to the reality that abundance is their birthright too?! How can we fill our cups so much, that they overflow and fill up everyone else’s too? Inclusivity is vital to the global uplift that we all want to see.
Welcome once again Dreamers, to the Do it with Dan Podcast! The place to truly dream with your eyes open. It's time to expand our experience with some more great discussion on the power of the mind in all things. Whether yo...2021-11-1943 minDear BLK CEOOvercome Discouragement by Setting Intention (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! When push comes to shove in the entrepreneurial space, our knee-jerk reaction tends to be to push back harder. I’ve been learning more and more that not only does this not serve us, but this mindset actually invites more opposition to come our way. So what’s the alternative? In this solo episode, I really want to unpack the value of setting our intentions up BEFORE we hit opposition in order to combat the discouragement that inevitably comes with it. 2021-11-1213 minDear BLK CEOStay in the Fight - Your Freedom is Worth it (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Let’s be honest, it’s not easy to break the handcuffs of the corporate world and set out on your own. You will face disappointment, discouragement, and disillusionment; and it’s when things get tough that those golden handcuffs start looking pretty good again. Maybe you’re grappling with something like this; having freedom for the first time - but I promise that freedom is worth the fight and if you stick it out, you will reap the benefits of resilien...2021-11-0519 minDear BLK CEOMy Exit: How I Got Out of Corporate and Into Ownership (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! I get it, I really do. I walked the path of corporate success, seeing 6-figures put into my hands and the doors opening to a new lifestyle. But I had to ask myself, do I want to keep putting even MORE money into someone else’s pocket or do I want to realize my true worth? If you are in a similar situation, let me tell you, you are worth far more than what you think you are; and if you’re e...2021-10-2919 minDear BLK CEOI Fired the Man (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In this episode I have some exciting news to share with you guys. I’ve always been open about my own journey through the corporate world versus the ownership space and today is no different. It’s the start of some new things and I hope that whoever tunes in is encouraged that when you surrender to the process and step out in faith, you make room for some incredible things to happen. [00:01 – 02:11] Opening Segment I talk abo...2021-10-2208 minDear BLK CEOThe Art of Building Relationships (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! For so long it’s been ingrained in us that we need to hustle the competition in order to get ahead in business. While having a competitive edge is definitely key, I truly believe we miss out on a huge opportunity to scale long term success when we focus on competition rather than collaboration. Times have changed. The ones who make it in their industry today are not the cut throat tycoons, but the ones who employ empathy and build relationships in...2021-10-1516 minDear BLK CEOBuild Your Brand Reputation (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Let’s be honest, companies that haven't partnered with minority owned businesses before often feel that they are a risk to start. It’s time to put an end to that, but to do this the onus is on one thing: how you portray your brand. Your reputation will speak much louder than your pitch and ultimately that will decide your success in the marketplace. In this episode, I want to give you some very actionable steps that will help clients and...2021-10-0816 min
The Subscription Box ShowEpisode 193 - Karl Sona & Kevin Mills, Co-Founders of PodBoxx and Streamlined Podcasts - How Can A Podcast Help Your Subscription Box?Send us a textIn this episode, I have the honor of a two for one, or a two for four…. Something like that, as I host two of the four Founders at Streamlined Podcasts and PodBoxx, none other than Karl Sona and Kevin Mills! Kevin and Karl are here to show you why you might want to consider having a podcast for your subscription box business! Why you’ve probably never considered it, and shouldn’t dismiss the thought before hearing these two out. Why having a podcast is an asset most of your competiti...2021-10-0555 minDear BLK CEOBiggest Supplier Diversity Challenges (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! What is the single biggest challenge you face right now as it relates to getting corporate contracts? As we’ve been touching on in the past weeks, there is a massive opportunity for us to create equitable opportunities for more diverse suppliers to participate in the market. So In this episode, I want to spend some time deconstructing how this show will start bringing in resources and strategies that I believe will help you get your foot in the door, get yo...2021-10-0114 minDear BLK CEOHow to Meet Customers at Their Desks (Solo Episode)Welcome to another solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! How intimate are you with your customer’s experience? I once heard it said that in order to give the customer the best service possible, you need to meet them at their desk. The key is to find that big stack of paper sitting on their desk that YOU are qualified to clear for them. You may have a compelling offer that people need to solve the problems they face. So how do we do this and what pitfalls should we be...2021-09-2416 minDear BLK CEOLeveling Up Your Relationships in the Private Sector (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Have you ever felt alone within an organization as a minority or even breaking out of one? I want you to know today that you don’t have to go it alone. More minority entrepreneurs and owners are booming into success every day, and my goal is to help you become one of them. There is a massive opportunity for more diverse suppliers to become more active in the value chain. That’s why I’ll be moving in a slight...2021-09-1713 minDear BLK CEOSix Questions You Need to Answer to Achieve Your Dream (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Hopefully those of you who tune into this show have big, audacious dreams you want to achieve. If you see an issue you can solve, or you know you have a talent or ability that could impact the world around you, then you’re in the right place. When you take the next steps closer to your dreams, you need to know that it requires you to live at a higher level; after all, ‘to whom much is given, much is r...2021-09-1024 minDear BLK CEOMinority Inclusion Series Part 6: Presenting Business Justification that Creates Strategic Partnerships (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Here’s the thing: you know you have solutions to problems organizations face, but too often we see ourselves knocking on doors with our hands out rather than creating strategic partnerships. While it’s nice to get a little capital in the pocket, I truly believe it’s time to stop selling ourselves short and think of the long term strategies that will yield long term possibilities. In this episode of the minority inclusion series, I want to focus in on the...2021-09-0333 minDear BLK CEOMinority Inclusion Series Part 5: Relationship Building Further Up Your Value Chain (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! There are major corporations and people at the top looking for us, so it’s about time we start inserting ourselves into the conversation. In the last episode we talked about the value chain and how to participate in it. Today we’re taking it a step further and learning how to actually move up that value chain and get closer to the source. No one can, or even should, build a scalable business on their own, and once you star...2021-08-2724 minDear BLK CEOMinority Inclusion Series Part 4: Minority Participation in Mainstream Value Chains (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! It’s my view that the single most important thing that needs to happen to close the wealth gap and promote economic growth among minorities is our participation in the economy itself. No change comes about by focusing on the problem, so in this episode we are going to dive in on what it means to be part of the value chain, why it’s important, and how to break through and serve an active role within it. Tune...2021-08-2025 minDear BLK CEOMinority Inclusion Series Part 3: 8 Principles for Sustaining Growth (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! No matter how big or small your business is, it’s important to prioritize its health. Today’s solo episode is the third part of our Minority Inclusion series. Last week really honed in on ‘scaling your business,’ and in this episode, we’ll do a deep dive into what it looks like to sustain that growth to stand the test of time. Tune in and grab these 8 principles to sustaining growth in your journey to building a successful...2021-08-1328 minDear BLK CEOMinority Inclusion Series Part 2 (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Today’s solo episode is the second part of our Minority Inclusion series. In this particular episode, I will be talking specifically about how to start with the end in mind, focus on scale, and position ourselves to reach new levels in our business. Let’s listen and dig more about minority inclusion. [00:01 – 04:35] Opening Segment I talk about my passion and mission for this podcast show. Creating ownership The book that I am currently reading Minorit...2021-08-0618 minDear BLK CEOMinority Inclusion Series Part I (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Today’s episode is titled: Minority Inclusion, and this will also be the start of a new series on the topic of economic Inclusion of minorities, especially for the black community in America. In this episode, I will be talking specifically about the concept of minority inclusion, the current situation of economic inclusion for minorities. In addition to that, I will also discuss the influence of minority inclusion on the health of the American economy and its future....2021-07-3019 minDear BLK CEOThe Perspective of Starting Again (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will be talking about where I am at in my journey, which I think would be very helpful for anyone planning to exit the corporate world or having a career change—the difference between starting again vs. starting over, and also how to develop your personal core competency. Let’s listen and dig more about the perspective of starting again and personal care competency. [00:01 – 05:29] Opening Segment Before we get in...2021-07-2315 minDear BLK CEOWhat Business Really Is? (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will be talking about what business really is in the most simple form, something that I wish I understood when I was starting with my businesses—the definition of innovation and marketing. On top of that, I will also be talking about what we can do to overcome the challenges, especially for black business owners. Let’s listen and dig more about what business really is. [00:01 – 03:05] Opening Segment Befor...2021-07-1612 minDear BLK CEOMitigate The Fear Of Risk with Customer Development (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will be talking about customer development, something that many entrepreneurs rarely talk about but is critical to overcoming the fear of risk especially in vetting out your business ideas. I will also be talking about a book that I recommend in learning about customer development and why that book has changed the game’s name for me. Let’s listen and dig more about how to overcome the fear of risk and what i...2021-07-0916 minDear BLK CEOMy Exit Strategy Out Of The Corporate World (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will be talking about something different. I will be documenting my own exit strategy out of the corporate world and managing the transition to break out of corporate. I will also discuss the corporate world’s golden handcuffs that make most of us stuck and not pivoting our way out. Let’s listen and dig more about my exit strategy out of the corporate world and some of the biggest obstacles in the tra...2021-07-0217 minDear BLK CEOBuild Network Outside of Work (Solo Episode)Welcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I’ve got a short but very sweet and actual one for you; it pertains to how to build your network outside of work. In this podcast, we always keep it real, and we know that a corporate job is just not ‘the one’ relative to creating time freedom and generational wealth, which is exactly what we are trying to create. Let’s listen and dig more about building networks outside of work and make yo...2021-06-2517 minDear BLK CEOStep Out On Faith With A Glimpse of VisionWelcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will be sharing a very timely message that is focused on how we as individuals deal with putting the steps into a divine vision and ideas when we only have a small glimpse or small vision of what that thing is. I'm hoping that today’s message will help you to shift your perspective and empower you to stick with the vision, no matter how small it may feel or how insurmountable it may appe...2021-06-1813 minDear BLK CEOThe Faith To Build Your Divine VisionWelcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, we will break down what it takes to be a black CEO, owner, or somebody that is doing something on their own to create ownership, time freedom, and the divine vision that we got from our Lord. I will also share my takeaways from the previous episode with Erin Person. Let’s listen and dig more about planting and growing the seed of your divine vision. [00:01 – 04:36] Opening Segment Before we get into the ep...2021-06-1111 minDear BLK CEOStep Out On Faith With A Glimpse of VisionWelcome back to the solo episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will be sharing a very timely message that is focused on how we as individuals deal with putting the steps into a divine vision and ideas when we only have a small glimpse or small vision of what that thing is. I'm hoping that today’s message will help you to shift your perspective and empower you to stick with the vision, no matter how small it may feel or how insurmountable it may appe...2021-06-1113 minDear BLK CEOFeeding The Focus To Get To Your Goal FasterWelcome back to the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! In today’s solo episode, I will mainly share my journey towards exiting the corporate job and the sacrifices I had to make to focus on reaching my goals sooner. In addition to that, I will also discuss what to expect of the upcoming episodes and the weekly release schedule of the Dear Black CEO podcast. Let’s listen and dig more about my journey towards exiting the corporate world and staying focused on reaching your goals. [00:01 – 04:20] Opening Segment ...2021-06-0421 min
Contrarian CashflowTurning Your Hobby Into A Business – Karl SonaOne thing that many people dream of is making money out of their hobby or passion. Some have already done it, others in the process, and then some people don't know where or how to start - if you're one of those that doesn't have any idea how then listen in as Karl Sona joins us to talk about how he was able to turn his hobby into a business.Karl is the host of The Free Time Podcast and Dear BLK CEO. He is a medical device sales professional, entrepreneur, and free time optimization expert.2021-05-3153 minDear BLK CEOWhat Success Really Means to You? - Part 2Welcome to the second episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Here we are committed to one thing: helping you redefine yourself by your gift instead of your job title so that you can create YOUR ownership and YOUR time freedom on YOUR terms. Listen in on our conversations with black executives, entrepreneurs, and founders every single week as we deconstruct their best strategies for successfully breaking the handcuffs of corporate jobs and transitioning into running the business of your dreams. Let’s listen as I will discuss what to expect and my...2021-05-2518 minDear BLK CEOWhat Success Really Means to You?Welcome to the first-ever episode of the Dear Black CEO podcast with your host, Karl Sona! Here we are committed to one thing: helping you redefine yourself by your gift instead of your job title so that you can create YOUR ownership and YOUR time freedom on YOUR terms. Listen in on our conversations with black executives, entrepreneurs, and founders every single week as we deconstruct their best strategies for successfully breaking the handcuffs of corporate jobs and transitioning into running the business of your dreams. Get ready to ditch the pressure of trying to fit into...2021-05-2122 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast32. Disrupt the Status Quo with Karl SonaWe welcome back Karl Sona to talk about disruptive mindsets and actions that he thinks can “level up” the way people are interacting with one another. He lays out a few interesting ideas, among which are about friction, convergence, and active learning. He believes that friction is our friend and that convergence can bring a lot of positive difference to the world soon.Karl also believes that active learning is already a form of action, veering us away from the usual shouting and screaming that we’ve probably gotten accustomed to due to the media we consume. K...2021-04-1452 min
Getting Your Real Estate Life TogetherEPISODE TWENTY-TWO : Getting Your Real Estate Life Together with Karl Sona and Kevin MillsI say this all the time, if you’re in real estate, you NEED to have a podcast. So today I have the pleasure of sitting down with Karl Sona and Kevin Mills, Co-Founders of Streamlined Podcasts! Both gentlemen have a background in sales, entrepreneurship, and podcasting. In this episode, we’ll dig deep into their stories, expertise, and even talk about their partnership and what they are offering for busy people who are wanting to branch out and start their own podcasts. Let’s jump right in and learn how these two are helping people scale their r...2021-03-121h 05
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast19. Breaking Down Barriers and Crushing Stereotypes with Karl SonaOur thought leader for today is Karl Sona, a barrier-breaker who inspires minority individuals to make a life they want to live. Currently, he as an entrepreneur helps minorities create generational wealth and leverages the power of podcasting to share their inspirational stories. He also builds communities based on black excellence to create long-lasting changes in this world. When he was young, he left his home country with his parents in search of the American Dream, but later on, realized that his own dreams matter more. Listen to Karl’s story and learn how he’s fulfilling his...2021-01-1346 min
Insightful PrinciplesEP 31: Free Time W/Karl SonaKarl Sona, investor, CEO, and an advocate for black excellence are some of the words to describe this guest. This episode detailed the importance of auditing your time and building generational wealth for yourself and your family. More importantly Karl explained how he has been able to balance working in the medical sales field and create streams of income for himself outside of work. We also discuss the stereotypes regarding men of color and how to overcome those obstacles. This episode is all about stepping out on faith and doing what you have been called to...2020-12-231h 03
There's a Hack For ThatLife Hack: Breaking Behavior Patterns with Karl SonaOn today’s episode we chat with Karl Sona, coach and host of The Freetime podcast. Karl has found his purpose in empowering Black men through mindful practices and finding their purpose. But wait... his story is so much more than that and really applies to anyone who has ever achieved a point of success only to find that it didn’t bring the happiness they expected. In this week’s episode he shares his three “A’s” to breaking behavior patterns that are keeping you from finding your purpose as well as a powerful bonus hack at the end of the e...2020-10-1446 min
Firing The ManInterview with Karl Sona: Expert in Time Management and Personal DevelopmentEpisode 37In this episode, we interview personal development expert Karl Sona. Karl is passionate about the hustle with the time management skills to execute it. He is the host of the Free Time Podcast as well as the Chief Revenue Officer of Streamlined Podcasts, a service providing post-production services for podcasters. Let’s dive right in and gain some wisdom from Karl on how we can maximize our free time as well as some strategies and advice for personal development. [00:01 - 07:11] Maximizing Your Time I introduce our guest Karl Sona Karl t...2020-09-0842 min
The Free Time PodcastEndure and Rejoice in the Current Hardship- Treveal LynchToday, I’m excited to have the opportunity to talk with Treveal C.W. Lynch, he is a certified personal trainer, Ordained minister, Self-Worth Specialist, and author of The Corridor to Confidence (2008) and WHAT is Enough (2019). He is also the founder of iamthepossible®, a self-development company built on the philosophy that “I and my possibilities are one and the same; everything I hope to be tomorrow I already am today”.
I want us to get right into Treveal’s story and learn about his life calling to help people live with a sense of self-confidence no matter their conditions!
Things you will...2020-09-0700 min
The Free Time PodcastCreate a Worthy Pursuit for Your Life- Jerome MyersToday, I’m excited to have the opportunity to talk with Real Estate consultant, athlete and fellow podcastor, Jerome Meyers. Jerome is the owner of The Myers Method (https://www.myersmethods.com/home) focussing on Multifamily investments. Jerome, who believes everybody should be able to walk into their dreams, has a mission of building a portfolio of 1,000 units by 2028 and freeing up 100 people from doing work they aren’t passionate about.
I want us to get right into Jerome’s story and learn not only how he was able to get out of the Matrix of the corporate world, but also w...2020-08-2400 min
Weiss AdviceLive A Life By Design with Karl SonaSend us a textToday I had the pleasure of speaking with entrepreneur, host of The Free Time Podcast, and co-founder of Streamlined Podcasts, Karl Sona. Let’s dive into Karl’s story and learn how you can leverage your free time and live a life by design.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 – 09:43] Opening SegmentWe talk about Karl’s podcastsThe Free Time PodcastPod GeniesKarl gives a bit of his back story and how he got into real estateHis parents migrated from Cameroon, West-AfricaHe became a passive r...2020-08-0928 min
Multifamily InsightsAlternative Investments for Busy Professionals with Karl SonaKarl Sona is the embodiment of a busy professional. As a medical salesperson, traveling 5-6 days per week, he realized he needed to put his money to work to create more free time. Karl has developed a diversified portfolio of passive multifamily, equities, and startup investments. He launched Streamlined Media to help other podcasters, after struggling to get the assistance he needed at an affordable rate for his own podcast, Free Time. In today’s episode, we talk about how Karl got into multifamily investing, how he leverages the power of a group to invest in emerging industries, and ho...2020-07-3140 min
The Free Time PodcastElevation Is A Must- David GibsonToday I had the pleasure of speaking with a motivational speaker and a founder of Elevationisamust.com, David Gibson. David 's personal battle experiences lead him to desire to help people like you who live in a depressed and unhappy life. His mission is to help you develop new, empowering beliefs to pursue your passions and make your life a wonderful adventure.
Let’s dive into David’s story on how to MASTER yourself and UNLEASH the REAL and GREATER You. Don't put it off any longer...LIVE YOUR DREAMS.
Things you will learn in this episode:
[0:01 - 09:29] Opening Segment
I ta...2020-07-2000 min
The Free Time PodcastThe Power of Conversations and Active Listening- Ike AloziemI had the pleasure of speaking with my good friend, Ike Aloziem. In today’s episode, we will be talking about an important issue that has been going on for a couple of weeks now and we want our friends to know that it’s been happening for a very long time and that we think it’s finally time to speak up and have these conversations so that everyone can have a better understanding of what it really feels like to be black.
Things you will learn in this episode:
[00:01 - 07:53] Opening Segment
I talk briefly about self-empowerment, mental health...2020-06-1900 min
The Free Time PodcastWorking Overtime The Podcast- Christina SloanI had the pleasure of speaking with today’s guest a writer, author, host of Working Overtime The Podcast, Christina Sloan. Christina is a strong African American woman who has given herself complete and total permission to go after her dreams, while still holding on a 9 to 5 job. She shares inspirational stories from other creators to inspire everyone no matter what stage in their life, to follow their dreams, and to design a life based on their own values and not societal expectations.
If you are a 9 to 5 worker who desires so much more in life, but not sure how yo...2020-06-1800 min