Revenue Without Borders

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What if the way you dress, speak, and show up in the world is holding you back from your biggest opportunities? In this episode of Revenue Without Borders, I sit down with Paul Fishman — entrepreneur, coach, and creator of Image Alchemy — to talk about why playing small is costing you more than you realize.

Paul shares his journey from corporate to entrepreneurship and how personal branding goes far beyond clothes or social media. We explore the inner work behind building a business, stepping into your authentic self, and navigating life transitions — whether that’s starting a new venture or moving abroad.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re hiding behind a “safe” version of yourself, this conversation will inspire you to own your power, embrace your individuality, and create opportunities by showing up fully as YOU.

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Think leadership is about titles and authority? Think again. In this episode, Stacie Selise reveals how she went from corporate VP to entrepreneur — and why learning the difference between a boss and a leader changed everything. 

More About Stacie 

Website: https://www.stacieselise.com/

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Career reinvention expert Josef Stetter shares why salary isn’t enough, how to escape toxic workplaces, and the steps to find your true purpose. A must-listen for anyone ready to pivot, start fresh, or chase their dream job. 

More about Josef Stetter

https://josefstetter.com/

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What does it really take to go from being the underdog to building a multi-million dollar global business?

In this episode of Revenue Without Borders, I sit down with Jay Veal, a 19-time award-winning entrepreneur who turned the challenges of growing up as a military kid into fuel for building impact. From moving across countries and starting over again and again, to launching Inc. Education—a tutoring company that has served over 11,000 students and generated millions in revenue—Jay’s story is one of grit, resilience, and relentless determination.

Now, after graduating from a Silicon Valley accelerator as one of only two Black founders in his cohort, Jay is building BrightMatch, an AI-powered platform matching students with tutors based on learning styles. But this conversation isn’t just about business success—it’s about the loneliness of entrepreneurship, the myth of balance, and why breaking systemic barriers matters more than ever.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you have what it takes to push through challenges and build something with global impact, this episode is for you.

🔑 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How childhood challenges can become a business advantage
• Why grit and resilience are more valuable than resources
• The unfiltered truth about founder loneliness and balance
• How AI and innovation are reshaping the future of education

This is Revenue Without Borders, where we make global business simple. Let’s get into it.

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Join host Jamilia Grier as she interviews Gary Arndt, a serial entrepreneur who sold his internet company in the 90s and spent 13 years traveling to nearly 200 countries as a professional travel photographer before pivoting to create one of the most successful educational podcasts in the world.

What You'll Learn:

• How to transition from corporate life to location independence without a safety net
• The reality behind travel photography as a business (spoiler: it's harder than it looks)
• Why Gary's podcast "Everything Everywhere Daily" generates more revenue than his previous ventures
• Strategic pivoting during economic downturns and global disruptions
• Building multiple revenue streams while maintaining creative freedom
• The psychology of entrepreneurial risk-taking and reinvention

Key Topics Discussed: 

✓ Selling a dot-com company before the bubble burst 

✓ 13 years of nomadic travel across 6 continents 

✓ Building a travel photography career from scratch

 ✓ The collapse of traditional travel media and adapting to change ✓ Launching a daily podcast during the pandemic

 ✓ Scaling from zero to six-figure podcast revenue 

✓ Cultural insights from 200+ countries visited 

✓ Overcoming fear and misconceptions about international travel

Perfect For:

• Aspiring digital nomads and location-independent entrepreneurs
• Corporate professionals considering an international move
• Content creators looking to monetize their expertise
• Anyone interested in travel, entrepreneurship, or global business

Guest Bio: Gary Arndt is a travel photographer turned podcast host whose show "Everything Everywhere Daily" reaches hundreds of thousands of listeners worldwide. After selling his internet company in the late 90s, he spent over a decade traveling to almost every country on Earth, winning Travel Photographer of the Year three times before successfully pivoting to podcasting during the 2020 pandemic.

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Can you be an entrepreneur and still work a 9–5?
Short answer: Absolutely. Long answer? That’s what we’re getting into today.

In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the myth that entrepreneurship has to be all or nothing. Whether you’re building a YouTube channel, running a side hustle, consulting on the weekends, or simply dreaming about your first digital product — you’re already in the game.

I walk you through the 3 types of entrepreneurs I’ve seen (and been), the mindset shifts that matter, and how you can build boldly without burning everything down.

If you’ve been questioning whether your creative work “counts,” this is the clarity and confirmation you didn’t know you needed.

In this episode:
✔️ Why the “all-in” narrative is outdated
✔️ The 3 types of entrepreneurs and how to know which one you are
✔️ How I use entrepreneurship as a creative outlet — even while interviewing for jobs
✔️ Practical advice for building while working full-time

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You’ve got the job, the title, the degrees… so why do you still feel like you’re faking it?

In this episode of Revenue Without Borders, I sit down with Dr. Nikia Smith—an anesthesiologist, coach, and bold advocate for designing a life that works for you. We unpack the real cost of imposter syndrome, the invisible weight of perfectionism (especially for Black women), and why staying in a “good job” might be the most dangerous move of all.

If you’re stuck between entrepreneurship and your current career, and secretly wondering if you’re just “not ready,” this episode is the mindset reset you didn’t know you needed.

We talk:

• Why imposter syndrome hits hardest when you’re leveling up
• What corporate life really extracts from high-achieving women
• How to collect your “receipts” and reclaim your narrative
• The power of choosing part-time, pivoting—and still thriving

It’s time to stop asking for permission. The border between your current life and your future? It’s in your mind. Let’s move it.

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Certainty is an illusion—but you still have to choose.
On this episode of Revenue Without Borders, Jamilia Grier is joined by Syrian-born entrepreneur Hussein Hallak, whose journey—from engineering in Damascus to founding 22 ventures across 100+ countries—proves that building across borders starts with building within.

This episode goes beyond tactics. It’s about clarity, decision-making, and redefining success on your own terms.

Inside:

• The truth about stability, risk, and career pivots
• How to build when the path ahead is unclear
• Why self-awareness—not strategy—is the real superpower
• Lessons from The Dark Art of Life Mastery, Hussein’s new book

Whether you’re launching your next venture or reinventing your life, this conversation will leave you with new tools—and a new lens for the road ahead.

🔗 Connect with Hussein: husseinhallak.com
 📖 Grab the book: The Dark Art of Life Mastery

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In this episode of the Jamilia Grier Show, we dive into practical steps for starting a side hustle without quitting your day job. Discover how to leverage your current employment as your first investor, learn in the shadows, and test your business ideas with minimal risk. We address common fears like exhaustion and potential conflicts of interest, and provide actionable advice on building digital real estate and protecting your peace. Tune in to transform your side hustle dreams into reality while maintaining the security of your full-time job. Share this episode with a friend who's ready to build something new!

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