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The Journey with Morgan DeBaun

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  • Welcome to The Journey podcast, a weekly podcast that delves into the captivating stories of purpose-driven achievers on their quest for living their best lives. Hosted by serial entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Blavity Inc., Morgan DeBaun, and features a diverse lineup of guests such as Emmy-nominated actors, elite athletes, experienced doulas, viral social media influencers, eco-conscious pioneers, and more. Tune in for empowering conversations sharing personal growth and self-discovery experiences. Embark on The Journey with us!
    2023
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  • Franchises, Acquisitions, and Scaling in the Salon Space with Melinda Sykes

    Franchises, Acquisitions, and Scaling in the Salon Space with Melinda Sykes
    Jul 23 2024
    This week, Morgan DeBaun sits down with Melinda Sykes, a powerhouse in the salon franchise industry. Melinda opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, from staying in her 9-5 job longer than expected, to scaling her micro-empire of wax studios through franchising and acquisitions. This episode is brought to you by: Go to Zocdoc.com/journey and download the Zocdoc app for free. Head to https://www.squarespace.com/JOURNEY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code JOURNEY. Visit BetterHelp.com/DEBAUN today to get 10% off your first month. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:16 Diving into Franchising and Entrepreneurship 01:18 Melinda's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur 02:58 Launching the First Franchise Salon 04:18 Scaling and Expanding the Business 05:20 Balancing a Corporate Job and New Business 09:17 Operational Insights and Business Economics 15:27 Acquisitions and Future Plans 17:04 Insights on Business Acquisitions 17:39 Balancing Business and Personal Life 18:14 The Passion for Real Estate 19:29 Defining Financial Independence 24:46 Navigating Franchise Opportunities 30:03 Steps to Launching a Franchise 32:14 Resources for Aspiring Franchise Owners 33:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts In the episode, Melinda Sykes shares her insights on what it takes to run a thriving studio or salon, from shaping the company culture to hiring a director of operations. She reveals how memberships have become the lifeline of her business, providing the cash flow necessary to sustain growth and operations. Melinda delves into the complexities of being a franchisee, highlighting both the freedoms and restrictions that come with it. She also discusses her experience acquiring franchised businesses and offers practical advice on what the entire process looks like. Morgan and Melinda highlight how entrepreneurs should understand their desired lifestyle so they can reverse engineer business efforts to align with financial goals that support that lifestyle. They also discuss the critical aspect of exit planning, even if an exit is not on the immediate horizon. Tune in to hear Melinda's wealth of knowledge and gain actionable tips for your own entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're considering franchising or looking to grow your existing brick-and-mortar business, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won't want to miss. Don't forget to check out this episode on YouTube and subscribe to the channel there! More from Melinda: https://melindasykes.com/ Join the Newsletter for More Exclusive Content: https://worksmartprogram.ac-page.com/thejourneypodcast Make sure you are following Morgan's journey on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgandebaun?_ Visit Mormatcha.com to make a purchase. Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thejourneybymdb Produced by MicMoguls.
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    39 m
  • Black Paper Party's Madia Willis on Product Development, Licensing, and Retail Success

    Black Paper Party's Madia Willis on Product Development, Licensing, and Retail Success
    Jul 16 2024
    This week, Morgan DeBaun is joined by Black Paper Party co-founder Madia Willis to discuss all things retail success - from product development and licensing to navigating the seasonal product market. Episode brought to you by: Head to https://www.squarespace.com/JOURNEY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code JOURNEY. Go to Zocdoc.com/journey and download the Zocdoc app for free. Visit BetterHelp.com/DEBAUN today to get 10% off your first month. Subscribe to The Bossbabe Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite platform to level up your business. In the episode, Madia reveals the process of transforming creative ideas into products that stand out on the shelves of major retailers. She discusses Black Paper Party's approach to capitalizing on trends and how the brand utilizes licensing to expand their product range and brand awareness. Madia opens up about the challenges of a seasonal business, sharing how Black Paper Party handles uneven cash flow and a fluctuating team throughout the year. She also divulges what potential growth looks like for a company that is already featured in some of the biggest retailers, explaining that the goal now is saturation. Morgan and Madia explore the dynamics of working with co-founders and the value of having a board to help in decision-making. They also address the difficulties Black-owned businesses have faced in the past few years, including being dropped by major retailers due to low sell-through rates. This episode offers a valuable look at the inner workings of a thriving seasonal, product-based business! Tune in, and be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to show your support of The Journey! More from Madia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madiawillis https://www.blackpaperparty.com/ Join the Newsletter for More Exclusive Content: https://worksmartprogram.ac-page.com/thejourneypodcast Make sure you are following Morgan's journey on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgandebaun?_ Visit Mormatcha.com to make a purchase. Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thejourneybymdb Produced by MicMoguls.com
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    44 m
  • 7 Habits Holding You Back In Business & Life

    7 Habits Holding You Back In Business & Life
    Jul 9 2024
    This week on The Journey, Morgan DeBaun is spilling the tea on 7 habits that just might be holding you back from achieving your highest levels of success in business and life. This episode is sponsored by: Head to https://www.squarespace.com/JOURNEY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code JOURNEY. Visit BetterHelp.com/DEBAUN today to get 10% off your first month. Get your own .BIO domain name for a low price at Porkbun! go to https://porkbun.com/TheJourney24 Subscribe to The Bossbabe Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite platform to level up your business. Want to try a new hobby? Take Morgan's Hobby Persona Quiz to find your perfect match: https://www.morgandebaun.com/hobby-persona In the episode, Morgan breaks down the bad habits that many entrepreneurs get caught up in, from defaulting to one-hour meetings and not delegating enough, to overthinking and relying too heavily on goals. Plus she's talking self-care, boundaries, and why failure doesn't need to be avoided at all costs. Take this episode as an opportunity to reflect on your own habits and find new levels of success in your business! Let Morgan know which habits you want to break by responding to the newsletter or commenting in her entrepreneurship channel on Instagram. And make sure you are subscribed to Morgan's YouTube channel to catch exclusive content coming soon! Join the Newsletter for More Exclusive Content: https://worksmartprogram.ac-page.com/thejourneypodcast Make sure you are following Morgan's journey on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgandebaun?_ Visit Mormatcha.com to make a purchase. Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thejourneybymdb Produced by MicMoguls.com
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    27 m
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