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Stories by Career SistasBuilding Without Permission: Ownership, Endurance, and Scaling Against the OddsThis episode, the second half of the interview with Melesia Adderley, an award winning founder, dives into the unglamorous truth of entrepreneurship. Melesia shares how she built her company Women’s Haven, even when funding was inaccessible, recognition was absent, and the odds were stacked against her.
From navigating cash flow challenges and manufacturing constraints to redefining mentorship as practical, hands-on guidance, this conversation highlights what it really takes to build a sustainable, purpose-driven business. Melesia explains why consistency beats visibility, why empowerment starts with ownership, and how building community can be the ultimate growth strategy.
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2026-01-2833 min
Stories by Career SistasDiscipline & Consistency: The Entrepreneur's Cheat Code for OwnershipIn this powerful episode of Stories by Career Sistas, we sit down with Melesia Adderley, the award-winning entrepreneur and founder and president of Women's Haven, a Caribbean health and wellness brand that has scaled internationally. Melesia shares the unfiltered truth of her journey, breaking down the myth of overnight success and replacing it with a practical blueprint for growth. She details how she consciously moved from a "survival to an ownership type thinking" and took calculated risks, like launching the business even without investors.
Melesia reveals why Discipline & Consistency are the "cheat code" for all women with a dream, building success on...
2026-01-2130 min
Interview Secrets That Get You The JobThe Mentally Strong Leader- interview with author, Scott MautzScott Mautz joins us to talk about his new book, The Mentally Strong Leader - Build the Habits to Productivity, Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. He's a brilliant Leader and this book could literally change your life! It's already really affecting mine.
Again, thank you for being such a great audience over the years!
- Melesia
2024-06-2832 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobThe 2nd to the last showQuick PSA for the final show- this is my review of his book on Amazon
Life changing!
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2024
Generally I am a speed reader but for once, I have had to stop and read and re-read portions of this book to just bask in each of the concepts. This caused me to re-analyze issues I've faced in both my professional and personal life over the years and reconsider my response, in light of Scott Mautz's advice.
Sometimes this book has me congratulating myself for certain strengths while also realizing I have room to grow...
2024-06-2604 min
Interview Secrets That Get You The JobDon't Embrace Change... Master It- With Jim FrawleyToday I'm speaking with Jim Frawley a speaker, consultant, author and human being who is teaching others to master change in their life.
Our world is changing minute by minute but Jim has some great ways to really see what is happening and to master how you react to it. www.jimfrawley.com
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2024-04-0750 min
Sunbeam ChatsWomen's Haven W/ Melesia AdderleySend us a textThis week around the world we are celebrating International Women's Day, which is recognized on March 8th. This year's theme is "Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress" In honour of this special day, this episode is dedicated to all women, because this topic is something we all have to deal with throughout our lives, and we should indeed invest in each other. In this episode Melesia Adderley, the Founder & CEO of Women's Haven speaks about why she started her company and so much more. Women’s Ha...
2024-03-0241 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobA Candidate's Motives Judged Before Even Getting a Chance to ExplainShe is actually really smart, but maybe she should have done it a little differently.
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2024-02-0915 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobElon Musk Uses this Question as an Interview Truth SerumKnow your stories so no one calls you a liar.
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2024-02-0517 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobBeating Job Search and Job Interview Anxiety with Love, Power, and a Sound Mind85% of people surveyed said that job searching made them feel anxious. 93% of people surveyed said they felt anxious before a job interview (so basically everyone except B.A.H. 🤣😇🥰) but think about these tips in today's episode for a moment and see what you can do to reduce those anxious feelings. 2 Timothy 1:7
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2024-01-2827 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobOkay Boomer.... Please Teach Me What You Know 🙏Episode about how raising minimum wage can affect the actual workers negatively and more than you realize, learning from people who know more than us and sharing our knowledge also!
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2024-01-2645 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobKnow Your Worth, Tell the Truth and Other Important Interview Tips with Lakia ElamThis episode will empower you to tell the truth in interviews, get strength to QUIT OUTLOUD, understand the differences in working in a non profit vs a for profit setting and give you that push to find your value. My guest is Lakia Elam of Magnificent Differences Consulting. Learn more about her work at www.hiremdc.com
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2024-01-211h 02Interview Secrets That Get You The JobWho Should You Take with You to Job Interview?Whether you were born in 1997 or 1961 and anywhere in between, this episode has something for you
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2024-01-1529 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobHe Changed Jobs and went from $55K to $110KI have never heard of this happening before, but it's true! Listen to how Ben navigated the interview questions, did extra research, and made sure his resume mentioned relevant accomplishments.
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2024-01-081h 06Interview Secrets That Get You The JobHiring Trends for 2024 with Kyle Samuels, CEO of Creative Talent EndeavorsWhether you are actively looking for a job or just wondering what's going on outside your cubicle you're going to love this episode. Kyle Samuels, CEO of Creative Talent Endeavors is a brilliant professional and has some really great insight on trends in the job market for 2024. If you are a Hiring Manager go check out their FAIRANTEE.
Kyle's company website is www.hirecte.com. They offer candidates, hiring managers, and companies some really fantastic services.
2023-12-0655 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobWhat Happened at the Audit!?!Spoiler Alert! Don't listen to this is you didn't listen to Chicken Farm to COO episode. Won't make sense :)
2023-11-1709 min2023-11-1453 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobApply! APPLY! apply!Don't cover your eyes and don't close your ears.... look in your savings account, and you'll know why you need to stay the course of applying for work and maybe getting 2 jobs
2023-09-2733 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobBe You- BY ALL MEANS- But Be Your Best YOUNo judgement ABSOLUTAMENTE no hate! But consider the job, what the product is and how much your client will spend before you get ready for work in the morning
2023-07-2213 min
Permission to CEOEP 113: Instagram Threads vs Twitter and My Thoughts On Whose Going to WinIn this exciting episode, we delve into the world of social media and turn our attention to Instagram's newest feature, Threads. Throughout the episode we examine its potential to compete with the reigning champions, Twitter and TikTok. We explore various aspects, including its launch strategy, user acquisition, and anticipated churn rate. Moreover, we discuss how the healthy rivalry between these platforms fosters innovation and the crucial role advertisements play in content distribution. Take a listen and let us know your thoughts on Threads This episode is brought to you by the Power Your La...
2023-07-1827 min
Powered AFEP 113: Instagram Threads vs Twitter and My Thoughts On Whose Going to WinIn this exciting episode, we delve into the world of social media and turn our attention to Instagram's newest feature, Threads. Throughout the episode we examine its potential to compete with the reigning champions, Twitter and TikTok. We explore various aspects, including its launch strategy, user acquisition, and anticipated churn rate. Moreover, we discuss how the healthy rivalry between these platforms fosters innovation and the crucial role advertisements play in content distribution. Take a listen and let us know your thoughts on Threads This episode is brought to you by the Power Your La...
2023-07-1726 minPermission to CEOEP 112: Should Marketers Run Start-ups?In this week's episode, we delve into an intriguing question: Should the most skilled marketers be leading startups rather than agencies? I have some insightful thoughts on this matter and would like to discuss the pros and cons. It's not a straightforward 'yes' or 'no' answer, as there are nuanced factors to consider within the marketer's mindset Take a listen to the episode and let me know your thoughts? This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education company focused on helping busi...
2023-07-1210 minPowered AFEP 112: Should Marketers Run Start-ups?In this week's episode, we delve into an intriguing question: Should the most skilled marketers be leading startups rather than agencies? I have some insightful thoughts on this matter and would like to discuss the pros and cons. It's not a straightforward 'yes' or 'no' answer, as there are nuanced factors to consider within the marketer's mindset Take a listen to the episode and let me know your thoughts? This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education company focused on helping busi...
2023-07-1108 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobIt's the Little Things that will Beat Out the CompetitionYou've heard this stuff before, but sometimes it's good to have someone remind you because when it comes to job searching you have alot on your mind. If you need help email me at interviewsecretsziller@gmail.com. 🤗
2023-07-0718 minPowered AFEP 111: What Happens When Opportunity Doesn’t Knock?In this week's episode, we explore the question: What happens when opportunity does knock? Throughout life, we encounter numerous instances where our desires remain unfulfilled or the ultimate outcome manifests differently than anticipated. In life there a various times where you don’t get what you want when you want or the overall outcome might just appear differently than what you imagined. Take a moment for self-reflection and inquire within: If opportunity fails to present itself, are you prepared to venture beyond your comfort zone and proactively seek it out? Take a listen to the episode and let...
2023-06-2715 minPowered AFEP 110: Creator Economy, Courses, Kajabi Hero Live Event, and AIThis week's episode is interesting as it takes you through my experience of speaking at the Kajabi Hero Live event alongside some of their most talented creators. The invitation itself was a honor, as I've always been focused on the work rather than seeking recognition. Today, I'm thrilled to share my journey at the conference and the invaluable insights I gained from being in the presence of Kajabi's most influential creators. This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education compa...
2023-06-1610 minPowered AFEP 109: Master Where You AreIn this week's episode, I wanted to address a concept: embracing the beauty of staying where you are in your journey. It's essential to recognize that there's absolutely nothing wrong with mastering your current stage over a consistent period of time. As I've been engaging with numerous entrepreneurs, a prevailing sentiment has emerged—a collective stress to constantly strive for the next big thing. However, it's crucial to acknowledge that rapid scaling often brings unforeseen risks and unattended consequences that are rarely openly discussed. Throughout the episode, I provide details into the intricacies of this top...
2023-06-1308 min
GSMC Book Review PodcastGSMC Book Review Podcast Episode 414: Interview with Kelle Z. RileySarah speaks with Kelle Z. Riley about the two newest books in her Riches and Royals series, Reluctantly Royal: "racie lost her father, her sister's friendship, and her confidence in a single night. Now, her academic research in her sister's new home—the Kingdom of Melesia—gives Gracie a second chance. But when she falls in love with the king's brother, she'll have to risk both her heart and her privacy to join him in his world. Oh, and there’s just a couple of other little things. She must break a promise. Admit to a betrayal. And possibly stand trial...
2023-05-3055 minPowered AFEP 108: What I learned from Living in MiamiIn this week's episode, I shed light into my decision to leave Miami, sharing personal stories of growth that have shaped my time in the city. Additionally, I offer insights into my future plans and provide a glimpse into the five cities I'm considering as my next destination. While embarking on this new chapter, I plan to embrace a minimalist lifestyle and bid farewell, for now, to Miami, the city I called home for the past two years. Join me as we reflect on the incredible journey I've had in this vibrant city." Th...
2023-05-3037 minPowered AFEP 107: The Power of Being Specific: How to Get What You WantIn this week's episode, I have a concise yet impactful message to share: the importance of being specific with your ask. Upon reflecting on this topic, I discovered that many individuals tend to shy away from being specific out of fear. It's common to desire success, but have you considered what success means to you? What specific goals do you want to accomplish? How do you envision making a positive impact on the world, and what unique skills do you possess? It's crucial to dive into the specifics because the more clarity you have, the more effectively...
2023-05-2206 minPowered AFEP 106: Your Approach to Hiring Is All WrongIn this weeks episode we explore what you can expect during the hiring process and gain valuable insights from my firsthand experience as a hiring manager. As I’ve interviewed applicants for a position within my company, I've come to realize the opportunities for growth. Throughout the episode, I offer a unique perspective from the hiring manager's point of view: What factors do I consider when making a hiring decision? Additionally, I provide practical advice for individuals looking to ace their interviews. By examining both perspectives, you'll have the opportunity to reflect on past experiences and discover ef...
2023-05-1914 minPowered AFEP 105: Full Commencement Speech 2023 at Penn State by Abu FofanahEpisode 105: This week’s episode is really special to me! I had to honor of being the commencement speaker at Penn State. This was one of the most incredible, exciting, anxious experiences that I ever had and not because I was the commencement speaker for graduation but I was going back to speak my alma mater. Where it all kind of started for me as a full circle moment. I recorded the entire commencement speech that I gave to the graduating class of 2023 at Penn State. If you just for a moment close, your eyes while listening to this or...
2023-05-0829 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobGHOST JOBS- WTHeck?!Check out this article by Te-Ping Chen from the Wall Street Journal
https://www.wsj.com/articles/that-plum-job-listing-may-just-be-a-ghost-3aafc794?reflink=share_mobilewebshare
2023-04-2417 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobPeople Don't Leave Jobs They Leave ManagersCan you Leave your crappy manager?
2023-04-2209 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobWhy Get a Side Hussle When You Like Your Full Time JobWhat if I told you there's a way to start doing what you LOVE while getting paid doing what you like?
2023-04-2236 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobEncore Presentation- Consider this a Public Service Announcement seasonI never thought I'd do another episode, but it turns out there's a few listeners out there- so this new season is all about advice, hope for your future, and some down and dirty truth about the economy and how it will affect your job
2023-04-2213 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobQuiet Quitting- My @$$Stop being a Quiet Quitter- it's
just laziness by a fancy name... get out of that place and go work your dream job. You deserve it!
2023-04-2215 minPowered AFEP 104: HBO Max Pricing StrugglesEpisode 104: This week we're going to be discussing one of the hardest challenges for businesses, pricing. Pricing can make or break your business. There's strategy when it comes to great pricing. We'll look into HBO Max and their pricing model and discuss how to be clear with your pricing. This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education company focused on helping business owners learn how to market their products or services online and on social media. Join the 6 week accelerator today! Hav...
2023-04-2110 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobNotes from a College Job Fair-And NO! You don't have time to partake in 420 DayTime to start taking yourself seriously! Need a resume? Email Ben Hewes at hewesresumes@gmail.com
2023-04-2011 minPowered AFEP 103: Tesla's Advertising ProblemEpisode 103: Tesla has been in the news a lot lately and there's been a debate on whether they should start advertising as new competitors enter the market. Tesla has always claimed it has never spent money advertising and instead have used that money to invest into making better products. In this episode, we're going to talk about Tesla's advertising dilemma and perceived value based on the market today. This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education company focused on helping business owners learn how to m...
2023-04-1927 minPowered AFEP 102: Sense of UrgencyEpisode 102: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) is back for Episode 102. In this episode Abu provides insight into the mindset of an entrepreneur. He talks about developing mastery and expresses a few things that have been on his mind lately. Question: if time is the most important thing, why do we spin so much time talking instead of doing? let's begin this week's podcast! This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education company focused on helping business owners learn how to market their products or services online and on social m...
2023-04-1443 minPowered AFEP 101: Welcome Back + Looking ForwardEpisode 101: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) comes out of hiding for Episode 101. After taking a 3 month hiatus to start the year, the podcast has officially kicked off for the year. Let's talk about what's to come. This episode is brought to you by the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator; The largest virtual marketing education company focused on helping business owners learn how to market their products or services online and on social media. Join the 6 week accelerator today! Have a question for the podcast? Click here to go to our website and click on...
2023-04-1217 minPowered AFEP 100: Year in Review + New Goals + Audit Your Current LifeEpisode 100: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah)dives into the past year and some of the things he's learned. We've officially hit 100 EPISODES!!! Thank you all for staying with me through this journey! This has been such a humbling experience that I've learned so much from. I'm looking forward to the next 100 episodes! Have you joined the Permission to CEO Newsletter Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on th...
2022-12-3014 minPowered AFEP 99: Website Workshop TrainingEpisode 99:Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about Building Converting Websites that Make Sales. This is a special episode because it's in a training style format. If you're someone that has a website or in the process of building a website, I would highly recommend starting here. Also, don't forget to share this episode with another business owner. Have you joined the Permission to CEO Newsletter Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to...
2022-12-3027 minPowered AFEP 98: Set Your Fears + Friends that Push Us + UpdatesEpisode 98: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) (https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about Setting Your Fears, Finding your tribe, and his experience in a recent mastermind he attended. PIVOTING. In this episode, Abu also talks about why doing TOO MUCH and being TOO MUCH is a positive thing. Have you joined the Permission to CEO Newsletter Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voi...
2022-12-2717 minPowered AFEP 97: Planning for 2023 + New ProductsEpisode 97: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) (https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about PIVOTING. When to know it's time to pivot your business, even in the midst of success. How to rediscover your happiness in your work. In this episode, Abu also talks about his product suite going into the upcoming year. Have you joined the Permission to CEO Newsletter Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the...
2022-12-2314 minPowered AFEP 96: Sometimes Affordability leads to Inaction, How to Measure Impact as You Grow, Serving Segments of People vs EverybodyEpisode 96: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about PRICE. When to know it's time to increase your price and how to begin doing it. In this episode, Abu talks about how sometimes affordability leads to inaction, serving segments vs everybody, and how to change the way you measure impact. Have you joined the Permission to CEO Newsletter Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of th...
2022-11-2823 minPowered AFEP 95: Venture Funds: Where is the Money Going?Episode 95: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about his experience working with Venture Capital, Venture Funds when it comes to partnerships and collaborations. In this episode we talk about what happens when capital gets deployed to these founders, the gaps he usually see's, and most importantly why most go out of business sooner when they have more access to capital. Have you joined the Permission to CEO Newsletter Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Cli...
2022-11-1818 minPowered AFEP 94: Permission to CEO + New NewsletterEpisode 94: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about his new newsletter and community called Permission to CEO. This newsletter is all about highlighting real stories and powerful lessons that will change the way you think, what you believe, and how you operate in life & business. Become one of the founding fathers and subscribe: https://www.abufofanah.com/newsletter/ Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. ...
2022-11-1409 minPowered AFEP 93: Holiday Sales Challenge + Closing the SaleEpisode 93: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about the 3-Day Holiday Sales Challenge!! A Sales Challenge focused on helping you BOOST your sales during the holidays. "Last year, we made almost 1 Million Dollars during the holidays and I'm going to show you exactly how we did it, what worked and didn't work, and how you can set yourself up for success." If you're ready to join the challenge all the details are below... let's begin this week's podcast! Join the 3-Day Holiday Sales Challenge Here: https://start.poweryourlaunch.com/holiday-challenge ...
2022-11-1140 minPowered AFEP 92: What Doesn't Work For My Life AnymoreEpisode 92: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about how you can ALWAYS choose to redefine what your life looks like moving forward. In this episode Abu highlights how you can begin defining the things that don't work for your life anymore and begin adding the things that will work... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.pow...
2022-11-0714 minPowered AFEP 91: How I Hire Now Saves Me My Sanity + How to Evaluate HiresEpisode 91: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) talks about HIRING. This is a big topic for small businesses because hiring is one of the most challenging things you can do and hiring the wrong person or agency can also put you out of business. In this episode, Abu talks about how he hires now and evaluates his hires vs what he used to do in the past... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a...
2022-11-0412 minGSMC Book Review PodcastGSMC Book Review Podcast Episode 376: Interview with Kelle Z. RileySarah speaks to returning guest Kelle Z. Riley about the second book in her Riches and Royals series, Royally Scandalized: "After her father's fatal car crash, Jill stopped believing in dreams. Until she became unwittingly embroiled in the politics of the contemporary Kingdom of Melesia and fell in love with a prince. But her commitments to her family and his duty to his country stand in the way of a happily-ever-after. After all, fairy tales don’t come true in this day and age. Or do they?" If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can fi...
2022-11-0155 minPowered AFEP 90: My Issues with Facebook (Meta)Episode 90: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah)(https://twitter.com/theabufofanah) finally faces Facebook (Meta) on his main issues. There's been a silent back and fourth the last few years and Abu finally addresses his specific issues with how they manage the relationship. This is not personal, it's just a critique and Abu's version of what he thinks is happening... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Ou...
2022-10-3116 minPowered AFEP 89: Khadija Bingham + How to Grow into a Big Business + Making ImpactEpisode 89: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) brings back Khadija Bingham (@MsMoneyHoney) and the conversion focuses on how should small businesses think about marketing at each stage of their growth. Abu's also answering some of the rapid fire questions Khadija is asking him on the fly. This is a really great interview especially if you're trying to figure out how you should spend your time and money when it comes to marketing... let's begin this week's podcast! Guest Links: Follow Khadija Bingham Instagram • Learn more about Money Honey Financial Services • Follow Khadija Bingh...
2022-10-2818 minPowered AFEP 88: Advantages of being a SMALL business + MarketingEpisode 88: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the advantages of being a small business and why you need to use these advantages to get ahead. The reason why you don't want to "act" like a big business when you're growing... let's begin this week's podcast! Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuF...
2022-10-2412 minPowered AFEP 87: Marketing is Important + Facebook AdsEpisode 87: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down why marketing is even more important for small businesses and what they usually get wrong when it comes to marketing their product or service business. Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator -
2022-10-2112 minPowered AFEP 86: BIG DIFFERENCE + Facebook Ads vs Tik Tok AdsEpisode 86: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the BIG DIFFERENCE between Facebook Ads vs Tik Tok ads, what you should consider when choosing which platform to focus on, and which platform provides the most conversions. Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power...
2022-10-1703 minPowered AFEP 85: Facebook Ads + How to Make Them Work + Black FridayEpisode 85: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down what you need to be aware of when marketing during the Black Friday Holiday and how to make Facebook Ads work for you. Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - lear...
2022-10-1415 minPowered AFEP 84: Mr. Beast Turned Down A $1 BILLION Offer For His YouTube Channels And BrandsEpisode 84: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down was it a smart decision for Mr.Beast to turn down $1 Billion Dollars, why it matters, and how much is Mr.Beast actually worth? Links: Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note and we'll answer it. Our website: https://www.poweredaf.com/ Subscribe to Our Community Here for exclusive content: AbuFofanah.com Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - ...
2022-10-1016 minPowered AFEP 83: Is Being TOO Available a Bad Thing?Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the pros and cons of being too available, how to navigate it, and the questions you need to be asking yourself in order to achieve maximum control of your time Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator - learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love...
2022-10-0711 minPowered AFEP 82: Danielle P. Jeter: Marketing Mindset + Hiring + Growing a Business + Mastermind ConversationsEpisode 82: I was recently invited by a good friend Danielle P. Jeter (@dpjeter) to talk about Marketing to her community. This was a live conversation with myself (@theabufofanah) and we break down Mindset, Building a Business, Branding, Marketing, and Scaling. There were really a lot of gems and if you read in between the lines, you can take a lot of strategy away to implement in your own life and business. Links: Learn more about the Meetup2Millions Mastermind by Danielle Have a question? Click here to go to our...
2022-09-301h 12Powered AFEP 81: Khadija Bingham: Exceeding Expectations, Leaving Goldman Sachs, & Doing the ImpossibleEpisode 81: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) interviews Khadija Bingham about transitions, how to establish a personal belief system, when she knew it was time to leave her job at Goldman Sachs to pursue her purpose, and how her relationship with her family continues to grow and inspire her. This was an amazing conversation with an amazing visionary. Links: Follow Khadija Bingham Instagram Learn more about Money Honey Services Follow Khadija Bingham on Twitter Have a question? Click here to go to our website and click on the corner of the website, leave a voice note...
2022-09-2642 minPowered AFEP 80: Why DATA matters in Business + How to FALL in LOVE with the DATAEpisode 80: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down the importance of DATA in your business - why we should collect it, how to use it to your advantage, and most importantly how to embrace it. Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator Learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.
2022-09-2307 minPowered AFEP 79: How to Manage Your "GRIND" Season + When Does the Grind End?Episode 79: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions, When does the ‘GRIND’ end, and tips on how to manage your ‘grind’ seasons? Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. -- Past guests on the Powered AF...
2022-09-1905 minPowered AFEP 78: One Question Friday: Can Build My Brand without AdsEpisode 78: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions, Can I build my brand without ads? Should I not focus on ads and do other things? How much does content play in building my brand? Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service-based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, and craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered AF? Subscri...
2022-09-1610 minPowered AFEP 77: Accepting our Most Limiting Beliefs + Breaking Your Beliefs SystemAbu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) breaks down why some people don’t succeed and others flourish. This week’s episode focuses on BELIEFS, why most people accept their most limiting beliefs and how to break our belief systems. Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. -- Do you love Powered...
2022-09-1218 minPowered AFEP 76: One Question Friday: How to Hire as You Grow Your BusinessEpisode 76: Abu Fofanah (@theabufofanah) answers one of the most asked questions, When should I begin to hire? What positions should I Hire First? Who should I hire? Links: Join the Power Your Launch Marketing Accelerator learn how to market your product or service based business online and on social media. You’ll learn how to find your ideal customers, target new customers, craft effective marketing campaigns that resonate and drive sales. Do you love Powered AF? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. -- Past guests on the Powered AF Podcast includ...
2022-09-0910 minPermission to CEOEP 18: How to Position Your Content on Social Media with Merlyn MelesiaIn this week's episode we're sitting with Merlyn Melesia @merelynmelesia, a content strategist, social influencer and co-founder of The Brooklyn Mavens, a guide to experiencing the real Brooklyn. With her team, she creates social media content strategies that resonate and build with her clients' communities while reaching their business goals. Merlyn works day to day with her clients to use social media to their benefit and this week she's sharing her knowledge with us on Powered AF. We waste no time in unveiling what a content strategist is and the importance of having on...
2021-11-0129 minPowered AFEP 18: How to Position Your Content on Social Media with Merlyn MelesiaIn this week's episode we're sitting with Merlyn Melesia @merelynmelesia, a content strategist, social influencer and co-founder of The Brooklyn Mavens, a guide to experiencing the real Brooklyn. With her team, she creates social media content strategies that resonate and build with her clients' communities while reaching their business goals. Merlyn works day to day with her clients to use social media to their benefit and this week she's sharing her knowledge with us on Powered AF. We waste no time in unveiling what a content strategist is and the importance of having on...
2021-11-0127 minInterview Secrets That Get You The Job̶E̶L̶V̶I̶S̶ MELESIA has left the building- Goodbye Listeners! It's been a fantastic run!"Elvis has left the building" is a phrase that was often used by public address announcers at the conclusion of Elvis Presley concerts in order to disperse audiences who lingered in hopes of an encore. It has since become a catchphrase and punchline. Wikipedia
2021-09-2702 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobIf You Just Lost Your Job- Put on Your Combat BootsOuch! Cry! Scream! Be sad be mad be outraged and then get off your butt and do something! 😡
2021-09-0312 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobNetwork and tell everyone what kind of job you need!Follow up from yesterday's episode
2021-07-0906 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobI need more money but I don't have time to get a jobAre you coming off of covid relief or trying to finish college or just have extra expenses? I'm in a similar boat as I change careers but it's commission only. Here are some thoughts I share about taking advice from others and really assessing your true situation.
2021-07-0817 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobHelp! I hate my new job and want to quitDid you say yes to a position you are now realizing....SUCKS? What do you do now?
2021-06-1825 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobGet notified of your dream job/ side hustle when you're not actively looking!I applied for a job for the first time in 2 years!! Let me tell you how!
2021-06-1611 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobLeading From the Middle: A Playbook for Managers to Influence Up, Down, and Across the Organization with Scott MautzAuthor, Speaker, and Leader, Scott Mautz joins us again to discuss his new book, Leading From the Middle that will be released on May 18, 2021,
In his own words, this is a love letter to the backbone of every organization. Whether you are a Middle Manager, have a Middle Manager, or aspire to manage others, you will find this topic fascinating because rarely do people address the needs of this group of managers and all the value they bring to the workplace.
Check out Scott's website at scottmautz.com and take him up on his offer f...
2021-04-0843 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobIt's College Internship Season!A great email from a listener in Sydney, Australia prompted this episode! We didn't use their real name but were so glad for the idea! Looking for a fresh approach and motivation for applying for college internships? Listen in as Melesia catches up with Ben about what's going on in the internship world! Email me at interviewsecretsziller@gmail.com. Great quote for today: "Doubting yourself is normal. Letting it stop you is a choice. - Mel Robbins
2021-02-2430 min
Not Meddling Just MotheringMY ROLE, BOUNDARIES, AND EXPECTATIONS WHEN PARENTING ADULTSListen in this episode as Asha and Missey AKA Deb and Melesia, explore a mom’s changing role now that your children are adults. They also address boundaries and expectations that change as your children grow into independent adults.
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Lets ManiFeastGetting Inside The Creative Mind of Merlyn OliverMerlyn Oliver is the Founder of Merlyn Melesia Productions, Co-founder of Brooklyn Mavens, a creative outlet that highlights everything Brooklyn, brand strategist, social influencer, creative director, and entrepreneur. Sis is booked, blessed, and busy!Her passion for visual creations and making things come to life lead to her being the Social Media Community Manager for notable brands such as IMAN Cosmetics, Jay Manuel Beauty, Revlon, and produce 300 guest weddings for top New York Luxury Event Design Company, Ovando across the Tri-State area, The Hamptons, and Miami. Her enthusiasm to see others win in life is...
2021-01-2036 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobWho will hire someone with a criminal record? Now with bonus content!Don't give up don't give in! You still have value.
2020-11-2020 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobWhy didn't they call you after the interview?Ever wonder why they didn't call you? Let me give you some insider information about why and also what to do about it!
2020-10-1516 minInterview Secrets That Get You The Job3 new topics!1. Which position should I take? The one they offered or the one coming open. 2. When the 2nd interview is with someone who doesn't know I'll be their mgr. 3. Why do I need more than one resume?
2020-10-0319 minInterview Secrets That Get You The Jobepisode - How do I ask for a flexible schedule?Have a situation in your life that keeps you from working the typical 8-5? Listen to this interview with Odaris about how she has been working a flexible schedule for the last 12 years!
2020-06-2725 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobEpisode - What's it going to take to be an Army RANGER?If Special Operations in the military is your dream job take a few minutes and enjoy this episode. This isn't an interview you can get dressed up for and shine your shoes for- This is something you need to prepare yourself for long before they offer you the job. Today we are speaking with "Mike" (not his real name). We'll discuss the ASVAB test, physical preparedness, and even the pros and cons for enlisting married or single.
2020-06-2733 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobEpisode - When They Say You are OverqualifiedAre you trying to change careers but it would be a step back in other people's eyes? Listen to how our guest, Ed, made a decision to leave a lucrative, successful Sales Director/ Sales Manager position to follow his passion to do acting and now ministry. Ed has reinvented himself several times from being a missionary in Africa and running an orphanage to making minimum wage. Most recently he was an actor in a movie and now is a pastor's Administrative Assistant! He credits his incredibly supportive family and his faith for having the guts to change careers.
2020-06-2746 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobEpisode - Interview Secrets for a Director of Operations, Logistics, Warehouse, and DistributionIn Episode 5 we're talking with Deborah about her experience at the Director level for the industries of Operations, Logistics, Warehouse, and Distribution. She really goes into detail about what kind of things you'll be asked about in the interview, the kind of emotional maturity and frankly, emotional IQ required for this job and even give you a hint about a trick question.
Here's a link to my book:
https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=melesia+ziller+interview+secrets+that+get+you+the+job&ref=nb_sb_noss
2020-06-2744 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobWhat's the dress code for the interview? How about online video interviews?Episode - gives you insight for interview clothing if you are local, face to face, and even video interviews. Tips for both Men and Women on how to present themselves as professional and capable.
2020-06-2721 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobEpisode- How to Interview Your Hiring Manager with Scott Mautz- Does this hiring manager have The 5 Skills Employees Want Most in a Boss?Today's Episode is an interview with Scott Mautz, of Profound Performance, author of Make It Matter and Find Your Fire.
You can find information about Scott and learn more about his books at https://scottmautz.com
You can watch a short video about his book here: https://youtu.be/lngBVWzm3ts
Scott recently wrote an article for Inc. Magazine entitled The 5 Skills Employees Most Want Their Boss To Have According To New Research from LinkedIn.
You can read that article here: https://www.inc.com/scott-mautz/the-5-skills-employees-most-want-their-boss-to-have-according-to-new-research-from-linkedin.html
Scott's experience in the corporate world along with his work as a...
2020-06-2749 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobHow to interview for a Real Estate Agent positionHonestly, you are working as a 1099 employee for commissions only and you are splitting your commission with the Broker. So be brave, be strong and take control of the interview. If they don't match your focus, or if they don't seem like they are going to help you- keep looking till you find the right Broker's office that you want to work with.
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2020-06-2755 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobHow to interview for the job of Academic Program Internship in a MuseumAre you fascinated with museums, history, and the thought of becoming a Public Historian? Are you in education but thinking of how you can use your love of teaching in another setting? Brittany took some time to sit with me and talk about her interview for the paid internship at a local museum in the department of Academic Programs. She'll talk about grant writing, getting a master's degree and why true networking is so important!
Would you like a free sample of Carpe- email me and I will send you some! Or, If you want to ask us a question...
2020-06-271h 03Interview Secrets That Get You The JobIntro to the Book Interview Secrets that Get You the JobEnjoy the beginning of the book, sorry this one is so short. I'll upload more soon!
2020-06-2713 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobPart 1A of the book, Interview Secrets that Get You the Job by Melesia ZillerHave you ever been in an interview and you get the weirdest feeling that the hiring manager is jealous of you? Listen to this episode to see how to overcome this! When we read how to Interview the interviewer and how to make a connection
2020-06-2719 min
Interview Secrets That Get You The JobSkin Care and Makeup For Your Upcoming Interview- Advice for Men and Women- with Jessica Marie owner of JMarie Skin StudioHave you ever worked for someone younger than you and wondered what they were thinking? Have you ever interviewed with someone of an older generation, and just wanted to have them look past what they see and to really get to know you? Have you ever wished that you could show the hiring manager that on the inside you are a vibrant, hard-working energetic person- but somehow you never seem to be able put yourself out there like that? This interview isn't about age... it's actually about having healthy beautiful skin and using skin care as a tool to boost...
2020-06-2741 minInterview Secrets That Get You The Job1B the rest of part 1- reading the book, Interview Secrets that Get You the JobToday we talk about bodily functions in an interview and what questions to ask. I also finally come to terms with why I interrupt so much!
2020-06-2722 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobPart 2- reading from book: Group Interviews- Multiple Candidates or Multiple Hiring ManagersReading from the book, Interview Secrets that get you the Job. How can you stand out in a room of competition? How can you get the job when different people are all questioning you. Listen to find out!
2020-06-2710 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobPart 3 of the Book- Interview Secrets that get you the JobWhether you're a job hopper or you've been at the same desk wwaaayyy tooo long this segment will encourage you on what to say in an interview
2020-06-2724 minInterview Secrets That Get You The JobInterview Secrets That Get You the JobBrief overview of the podcast Interview Secrets That Get You The Job
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Interview Secrets That Get You The JobIt's a Mind Game- but you can winBefore you even start dusting off your resume and refreshing your Linkedin profile- you need to get your mind in a good place. Job searching can be stressful and you need to do some things to be ready to jump in the game.
2020-06-2014 minAuthors Inside with authors Lynne Forde and Melesia BettsTune in as we go inside the Minds of Authors: Lynne Forde author of LIES OF BLUE -FICTION and Melesia Betts author of Memoir Life and Times of Lesbian/Bi-sexual Woman
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