Sometimes the would be entrepreneur's biggest obstacle is moving beyond self rejection. It's easy to convince ourselves out of doing the next step in building a business, but this self rejection only hinders our progress to achieving our goals.    This week Aaron discusses avoiding self rejection and how to make sure we aren't our own worst enemy.   Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to submit it at anhourearlyllc.com.

You can't establish a brand with mixed messages. When developing an identity for your business or organization, staying true to your mission and vision will help you establish the brand you are trying to create. This week, Aaron talks about how to build your brand and is joined briefly by Kayla Jones from Marathon 100, an organization that helps individuals develop multiple streams of income, who speaks about an event taking place at the Radison Hotel at 2303 Mayfair Rd. in Wauwatosa May 20, 2023 from noon to 2pm.   Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com

An Hour Early's resident mental health expert, Tanzanique Cage, joins the show again this week to share some insights on how to have difficult conversations and set appropriate boundaries. Then Aaron answers a student's question regarding how to have a difficult conversation with a teacher regarding grading.    You can learn more about Tanzanique and the services she offers at www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com.   Have a question for the podcast?   Be sure to reach out to Aaron at www.anhourearlyllc.com

If we stay comfortable, we can't expect to make progress on our goals. For the would be entrepreneur, having uncomfortable conversations is an inevitable part of the growth process. This week, Tanzanique Cage, An Hour Early's mental health and wellness expert joins the show to discuss getting uncomfortable in order to reach our hopes and dreams.    You can find more about Tanzanique at www.empoweringtransformationscounselingllc.com   Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to visit anhourearlyllc.com

This week we celebrate 100 episodes of An Hour Early Podcast. Recurring guest, Kendale Allen returns to the show to give an update on Financial Empowerers (https://www.financialempowererscorp.org/) and the crew talks through some of the highlights of the first 100 episodes.    Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.

This week Aaron is joined by Allstate Insurance agent Carlissa Schmit. Carlissa's story is another example of if you want something bad enough, you can find a way. Through self promotion and sacrifice she has excelled in the insurance area.

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On your entrepreneurial journey, it's easy to get comfortable with your plan B. If we want to push the ceiling of our potential, we need to fight for our dreams. This week Aaron speaks about that and previews something special coming up for An Hour Early listeners.    Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to submit it at anhourearlyllc.com

When branching out to reach our goals, it's easy to forget that adversity is part of the process. Whether you are striving to be a better student athlete or starting a small business, you are sure to face your share of adversity. This week, Aaron invites LaShuan Bryson, chief merchandising officer and owner of Bryson Reid, a women's apparel and accessories store located in Bayside, Wisconsin. They discuss the unique challenges she faced while running a brick and mortar store during a global pandemic and how she goes out of her way to meet the needs of her customers.   Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to reach out at anhourearlyllc.com.

This week Aaron is honored to sit down with long time Wisconsin State Senator and Milwaukee Municipal Court Branch 2 Judge hopeful, Lena Taylor. Lena's story of hard work and perseverance through adversity is sure to motivate you to take the next step in your endeavors.    If you want to know more about Senator Taylor, check out golenataylor.com.    For Wisconsin specific voter information, head to myvote.wi.gov.   Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to visit anhourearlyllc.com.

In life, sometimes you have to be a little cocky to go against the grain. When that cockiness comes out of our belief in ourselves, and is coupled with hard work and dedication, we can accomplish great things.    Have a question for Aaron?   Be sure to submit it at www.anhourearlyllc.com.