Welcome to another episode of the Mogul Talk Podcast! I’m your host, Mwanje, and today I’m thrilled to be joined by career coach and founder of Professionally Developed, Marcell Jackson. In this episode, we explore Marcell's inspiring journey, from his early days editing resumes in college to building a successful career coaching business.

The episode begins with an introduction and background (00:00) before diving into Marcell's start in resume editing (02:31). Marcell shares his journey from being part of the National Society of Black Engineers to founding Professionally Developed (07:01) and discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of a supportive network (14:01). We then explore the power of LinkedIn and optimizing your profile (21:31), followed by practical tips for crafting a standout resume (25:01). Marcell also highlights valuable resources for job seekers and professionals (30:01), and we wrap up with closing thoughts and how to connect with Marcell (33:01).

Connect with Marcell Jackson:

• LinkedIn
• Professionally Developed LinkedIn
• Professionally Developed Instagram
• Personal Instagram

Tune in for a conversation filled with insights and inspiration for your career journey. Whether you're looking to polish your resume, enhance your LinkedIn profile, or learn how to navigate the job market, this episode has something for you. Feel free to reach out with your thoughts and questions about this episode. Please email us at mogultalk414@gmail.com. Until next time, keep striving and thriving on your business journey!

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Welcome back to Mogul Talk Podcast with your host, Mwanje Thompson. In this episode, I am thrilled to welcome Nyesha Stone, founder of Carved in Stone, a media company dedicated to highlighting positive news and stories, especially within underrepresented communities.

The episode begins with an introduction and backstory (00:00) before moving into Nyesha's early impact on Mwanje’s career (02:01). We discuss Carved in Stone and Nyesha's accolades (04:31), the importance of positive news in media (07:01), and the personal benefits of focusing on positive news (10:01). Nyesha shares the business side of positive news and funding challenges (15:01), learning PR and raising funds for Carved in Stone (20:01), and differentiating journalism from blogging (25:01). We also cover the value of first-source reporting in journalism (30:01), competition with bloggers (35:01), and the importance of black-owned media collaboration (40:01). Nyesha addresses the challenges faced by black journalists (45:01), the impact of the Carved in Stone Foundation (50:01), her evolution as a journalist (55:01), and her vision for the future (60:01). We conclude with closing thoughts and Nyesha’s passion for journalism (65:01).

Connect with Nyesha Stone:

• LinkedIn: Nyesha Stone
• Twitter: @CarvdNStone
• Website: Carved in Stone

Tune in to hear Nyesha’s inspiring story and learn about the importance of maintaining journalistic integrity while promoting positive news. Download the Carved in Stone app and support their mission to uplift underrepresented voices. Feel free to reach out with your thoughts and questions about this episode. Please email us at mogultalk414@gmail.com. Until next time, keep striving and thriving on your business journey!

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Welcome to the Mogul Talk Podcast! I’m your host, Mwanje Thompson, and today I’m joined by my good friend and fellow Blueprint Accelerator cohort nine alum, Naveen. We dive into Naveen's journey of founding StayThanks, a rewards app supporting local businesses, and discuss the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

The episode begins with an introduction and background (00:00) before moving into reflections on the Blueprint Accelerator experience (02:31). Naveen shares his journey from Citrus Innovations to Stay Thanks (07:01) and talks about the challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of a supportive network (14:01). We then explore the role of AI in business productivity (21:31), followed by practical tips for aspiring entrepreneurs (25:01). Naveen also highlights valuable startup resources and accelerators (30:01), and we wrap up with closing thoughts and how to connect with Naveen (33:01).

Connect with Naveen:

• LinkedIn: Naveen Lali Kinte
• Twitter: @NaveenLK19
• Website: Stay Thanks

Tune in for a conversation filled with insights and inspiration for your entrepreneurial journey. Download the Stay Thanks app and support your local businesses today! Feel free to reach out with your thoughts and questions about this episode. Please email us at mogultalk414@gmail.com. Until next time, keep striving and thriving on your business journey!

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