More Than One Story

EP 17: The Color of Ambition: How to Win in Career & Entrepreneurship w/ Sophia Sunwoo

Sophia Sunwoo is a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing executive. At 19, she co-founded a successful clothing business from her dorm room, which gained significant attention when Miley Cyrus wore one of their hoodies in People Magazine. By the second year, they had two offers to buy out the company. By their third year, they decided to exit the business after expanding to 250 retailers worldwide! In 2016, Sophia founded Ascent Strategy - with a mission to create profitable brands for female entrepreneurs who strive for excellence. Through her course Sales Mastery, she established a scholarship to help BIPOC women entrepreneurs boost sales through strategic marketing and sales psychology. Sophia has been honored as a Forbes 30 Under 30, a Fred Alger Finance Award winner, a New York pitch finalist at ELLE Magazine’s Impact2 Awards, and was named one of the world’s 100 most inspiring women by Salt Magazine and Diageo. In this episode we discussed: a. Why BIPOC female founders struggle in entrepreneurship b. Importance of being brave and embracing difficult conversations in life & friendships c. Tips & resources to navigate entrepreneurship in a male-dominated space d. Code switching as a multicultural e. Mindset shift to adopt when dating as a boss babe and more…  CONNECT Guest: Sophia Sunwoo (IG: @sophiasunwoo) Website: https://www.sophiasunwoo.com/ [https://www.sophiasunwoo.com/]  Ascent Strategy: https://www.ascent-strategy.com/ [https://www.ascent-strategy.com/]  Host: Dami Junaid (IG: @missjunaid)  More Than One Story Podcast (IG: @taloje): https://www.taloje.com/morethanonestory [https://www.taloje.com/morethanonestory]

EP 16: The Ruthless Elimination Of Hurry w/ Melissa Jeanty

Mélissa Jeanty is the founder and CEO of MelJeanty & Co, a storytelling and digital marketing agency, that specializes in creating intentional content for individuals and brands. As a Marketing and Communication Specialist, her expertise is in photography, videography, graphic and website design, social media marketing, and brand development.  Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Melissa hails from a family with a legacy in Christian missions and ministry, and has also lived in Congo (DRC) and the United States.  In this episode we discuss the following: a. The importance of pivoting in your career and life b. Money mindsets for success c. Benefits of upskilling as a business owner or entrepreneur d. Tips for prioritizing rest and practicing the Sabbath e. Practical ways to manage social media anxiety and addiction RESOURCES & BOOKS *The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer *God in my everything by Ken Shigematsu *To Hell with the Hustle by Jefferson Bethke *Podcast mentioned: “Fight Hustle, End Hurry” with John Mark Comer & Jefferson Bethke: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fight-hustle-end-hurry/id1480300467 [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fight-hustle-end-hurry/id1480300467]  *Sacred Rest by Saundra Dalton-Smith CONTACT *Guest: Melissa Jeanty -IG: @meljeanty -Agency: https://www.meljeanty.com/meljeantyandco *Host: Dami Junaid -IG: @missjunaid // @taloje (Podcast) -Podcast Website: https://www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

EP 15: From Lagos to the Diaspora: Navigating Hustle Culture w/ Nnamdi Okaa (Mista Dre)

In this episode, I speak with Nnamdi Okaa (aka Mista Dre) a versatile entertainer with a passion for radio, comedy, and live events. As a comic, he’s produced comedy shows like "Comedy Unplugged" and acted in several theatre productions. In addition, Dre has hosted events and concerts with international headliners like Davido, Basketmouth, Adekunle Gold and more. Under his creative collective (The Talkative), Dre hosts the comedy podcast "Backyard Bants". With each new project, Dre continues to push the culture forward and create a platform for fellow creatives. We discuss the following topics: a. Lessons learned from living in Nigeria b. The pros and cons of hustle culture c. The importance of embracing discomfort d. The myth of social media influence To Connect *Guest: Nnamdi Okaa (Mista Dre) -IG: mistadre_ | Podcast IG: @backyardbantss *Host: Dami Junaid -IG: @missjunaid | Podcast IG: @taloje -Podcast website: https://www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

EP 14: Why You Need To Stop Playing Small w/ Deidre Sirianni

In this episode, I speak with Deidre Sirianni. Deidre is a TEDx speaker, author, coach and founder of Radically Aligned Life - a coaching and mentoring academy dedicated to guiding individuals in actualizing their potential. Through a unique blend of metaphysical principles and practical tools, Deidre's mission is to awaken people to the truth of who they are and are meant to be.   In this episode, we discuss: a. The importance of being radically aligned b. Self deprecation vs appreciation c. How to understand the language of your soul d. Ostracism vs Belonging e. Why you must decide to stop playing small CONNECT *Guest: Deidre Sirianni -Website: https://radicallyaligned.com/ -Instagram: @iamdeidresiriani -Book: "Turn On Your Light" (Amazon) -Turn On Your Light Qui: https://radicallyaligned.com/tyloquiz/ *Podcast Website: www.taloje.com/morethanonestory *Podcast IG: @taloje *Host IG (Dami Junaid): @missjunaid

EP 13: I Struggle With Anxiety. Here’s How I Solo Traveled To 24 Countries! w/ Lindsay Judy

In this episode I speak with Lindsay Judy, a speech pathologist from Texas who has solo traveled to 24 countries! We discuss topics like: a. How to manage solo travel anxiety b. Solo travel tips and travel fails c. Navigating adult friendships as a 30-something year old d. Finding contentment in your singlehood e. How to not fall into the comparison trap *Enneagram Test: https://enneagramtest.com/quiz TO CONNECT *Guest (Lindsay Judy) -IG: @lindsayljudy *Host (Dami Junaid) -IG: @missjunaid -Podcast: www.taloje.com/morethanonestory -IG: @taloje