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From Adversity to Achievement
In this episode of The Gifted Podcast, host Brandon Calloway invites guest Dontavious Young, founder, and owner of Equal Minded Cafe and Events in Kansas City's urban core, for an inspiring chat about his entrepreneurial journey. This young black business owner shares how he started his venture in 2018 as a café, a beacon of positivity, and a resource for the local community. Facing numerous challenges like competition, gentrification, and even city neglect of the surrounding area, Dontavious pressed on with his vision, bolstered by a grant from Kansas City Gift. He talks about the massive growth of his café and his intention to 'pay it forward' by mentoring the youth about entrepreneurship. It's an episode marked by relentless perseverance, resilience, and a true spirit of community development.
"Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle."
- Donatvious Young
Key Lessons & Takeaways:
* Embrace challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth.
* Surround yourself with a strong support system that motivates and uplifts you.
* Persistence and resilience are essential in achieving your goals.
* Stepping out of your comfort zone leads to discoveries and possibilities.
* Seek guidance and mentorship to accelerate your progress and learning.
To reconnect with Dontavious Young or experience Equal Minded Cafe & Event Center for yourself, get in touch at:
📞 319-486-2107 or (816) 561-2233
📍 4327 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
🌐 equalmindedcafe.com
Equal Minded Cafe & Event Center opens its doors:
- MON: Closed
- Tuesday - Friday: 7:00 A.M.- 3:00 P.M.
- Saturday: 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
- Sunday: 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Subscribe to the Gifted Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes content and updates. Thank you for joining us on this empowering journey, and we'll be back next week with another impactful story of Black business excellence.
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Donate to Kansas City G.I.F.T. Today at: https://www.kansascitygift.org/donate
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Episode Produced By: BAJR Creative, LLC
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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By Kansas City G.I.F.T.In this episode of The Gifted Podcast, host Brandon Calloway invites guest Dontavious Young, founder, and owner of Equal Minded Cafe and Events in Kansas City's urban core, for an inspiring chat about his entrepreneurial journey. This young black business owner shares how he started his venture in 2018 as a café, a beacon of positivity, and a resource for the local community. Facing numerous challenges like competition, gentrification, and even city neglect of the surrounding area, Dontavious pressed on with his vision, bolstered by a grant from Kansas City Gift. He talks about the massive growth of his café and his intention to 'pay it forward' by mentoring the youth about entrepreneurship. It's an episode marked by relentless perseverance, resilience, and a true spirit of community development.
"Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle."
- Donatvious Young
Key Lessons & Takeaways:
* Embrace challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth.
* Surround yourself with a strong support system that motivates and uplifts you.
* Persistence and resilience are essential in achieving your goals.
* Stepping out of your comfort zone leads to discoveries and possibilities.
* Seek guidance and mentorship to accelerate your progress and learning.
To reconnect with Dontavious Young or experience Equal Minded Cafe & Event Center for yourself, get in touch at:
📞 319-486-2107 or (816) 561-2233
📍 4327 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
🌐 equalmindedcafe.com
Equal Minded Cafe & Event Center opens its doors:
- MON: Closed
- Tuesday - Friday: 7:00 A.M.- 3:00 P.M.
- Saturday: 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
- Sunday: 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Subscribe to the Gifted Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes content and updates. Thank you for joining us on this empowering journey, and we'll be back next week with another impactful story of Black business excellence.
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Donate to Kansas City G.I.F.T. Today at: https://www.kansascitygift.org/donate
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Episode Produced By: BAJR Creative, LLC
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.