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In this powerful episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Key Hallmon—visionary leader, author, and founder of The Village Market. Dr. Key takes us on a journey through her groundbreaking Village Model and shares how collective economics can transform lives and businesses. She breaks down the myth of being "self-made" and reveals why leaning into community is the key to sustainable success.

Key Takeaways:

• The Myth of Being Self-Made: Dr. Key challenges the traditional narrative of solo success and highlights why community-driven business models are the future.
• Building Collective Wealth: Learn how The Village Market has generated over $8.8 million in direct sales for Black-owned businesses and how you can apply similar strategies.
• The Power of Purpose: Discover how aligning your business with a greater mission can lead to lasting impact and financial growth.
• Shifting to an Abundance Mindset: Dr. Key shares actionable tips for embracing collaboration over competition and using collective economics to thrive.
• Practical Steps to Success: Gain insights into how mentorship, grants, and networking can elevate your business and personal development.

Action Steps:
✅ Identify one way you can tap into your community for support and business growth.
✅ Evaluate your current mindset—are you operating from scarcity or abundance?
✅ Research collective economic models and consider how they can apply to your business or career path.

Listen Now: Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or someone looking to expand your vision, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable strategies that will inspire and empower you to move forward—just like Dr. Key Hallmon!

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About Dr. Key Hallmon:
Dr. Lakeysha “Key” Hallmon, EdD, is a mission-driven visionary, author, and social entrepreneur redefining success through community-driven business models. As the founder of The Village Market, she has empowered over 1,440 Black-owned businesses, facilitated $8.8 million in direct sales, and distributed $800,000 in grants. Through her nonprofit, Our Village United, Dr. Key provides mentorship and technical assistance to business owners, proving that no one truly succeeds alone. Her latest book, No One Is Self-Made, is a must-read guide challenging the myth of individual success and offering a roadmap to thriving through collaboration and purpose-driven leadership.

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