The First-Gen Lounge

The First-Gen Lounge

By Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.BusinessEntrepreneurshipEducationSelf-Improvement
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The First-Gen Lounge episodes

  • Summer 2022: Session 226 (May Your Life Be Your Ministry with Dr. Marvin L. Tiller, Jr.)
    Do you see your life, the work that you do, and the way that you live as your ministry? Have you ever given much thought to your steps being ordered and all you have to do is lean in? The interesting thing about life is that what we believe is usually what we see unfolding in our journey; it's what we tend to get out of life, too. Join The Kick It Crew: www.thefirstgenlounge.com/crew.

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    29 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 225 (How to Handle Daunting Situations with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)
    When you're faced with a difficult situation, exactly what do you do? So often we find ourselves having to make tough decisions, navigating new territory, or simply trying to make sense of what's next for us. Here's a bit of perspective to carry with you as you continue to navigate this journey called life. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/

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    13 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 224 (How to Be Assertive with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)
    To be assertive, we've got to overcome our fear of not being liked and realize it's about protecting our peace. Being assertive can feel icky for some of us. We'd like to think that it's because we're so used to being nice but the truth of the matter is that being assertive doesn't mean we have to be mean. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/

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    13 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 223 (History Notes: 5 Questions to Improve Your Life with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)
    When we look at our lives and realize something needs to change, we can't wait for someone else to tell us that we need to change it. Our happiness, our realities--none of that will be what we want it to be unless we do something about it. If you are seeking self-growth, if you are looking to improve your quality of life, then you need to ask yourself these 5 questions. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/223. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/

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    35 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 222 (Advice for New and Aspiring Speakers with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)
    Ever thought about taking your passion for speaking and turning it into a profitable business?  Imagine yourself being on stage, sharing your expertise and captivating audiences, sounds like a dream come true, right? Well, it could be. But only if you do it right.  If you're thinking about starting a speaking business, the first thing you've got to understand is that it's possible. It won't happen overnight; it might even take a year or more. But it's possible. If you believe you are an expert at something or your knowledge can help others, that's all you need to start. But remember, it's a journey. And like every other journey through life, it won't be easy, but it will all be worth it in the end. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/222. Get enrolled at First-Generation University: www.firstgenerationuniversity.com

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    20 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 221 (When to Say No to Opportunities with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)

    As a first-gen, you've probably heard that the key to success in life is saying "YES" to opportunities. Be enthusiastic and take on as many opportunities as you possibly can. You never know; one of those 'yeses' might change your life. I know I operated from such a mindset because I believed growth could only happen when you say yes a lot more. But here's the thing, not all opportunities are created equal. And while there will be times when it's good to try out something new, there are many times when it will be wiser to say no. Sadly, most people say yes a little too much and without enough thought.

    Remember, just because an opportunity popped up doesn't mean you should take it up. I believe experience is not about taking up all available options; it's about choosing the right opportunities at the right time. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/221. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/.


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    14 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 220 (Regrets About Entrepreneurship with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)
    From the moment you start thinking about owning your own business to serving your first customer, entrepreneurship seems like a challenging yet gratifying experience. Interestingly, even the stressful moments seem to have a bit of magic, such that mistakes rarely birth entrepreneurial regret. Thus, it seems crazy to think that someday you might have regrets about some of the strategies or financial decisions you implement. I know I did, and you might be feeling the same right now. You might be thinking a different decision would have led you to a happier, healthier, and more successful life. If only you could go back in time. But you can't, and as a First-Generation College graduate, you probably can't afford to make costly mistakes. So, what can you do? I believe that you need to learn from the mistakes of others. After all, you can't live long enough to make them all yourself. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/220. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/.

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    26 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 219 (What'cha Gonna Do Differently? with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)

    Everyone, me included, wants the next week, month, or year to be better than the previous ones. That's why we set goals and write down new year's resolutions because we all crave the feeling of eventually accomplishing something. But here's the thing, if you really want to succeed, you have to make changes to the things that are holding you back. I believe that the secret of change is not focusing all of your energy on fighting your old habits, but on building new ones. But now the question becomes, "How do I make changes to something as unpredictable as my future?" Simple, don't make it complicated. Have a set goal, highlight what needs to change, and, most importantly, do what makes you happy. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/219. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/. Seeing the Big Picture Training: https://www.firstgenerationuniversity.com/courses/seeing-the-big-picture.




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    8 min
  • Summer 2022: Session 218 (Know Who You Are and Don't Rush with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)

    Socrates, a famous Greek philosopher once said, “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom.” I might not know what he had in mind at that time, but I do know that discovering your true self is the best thing you can ever do to yourself. Why? Because when you know who you are, you don’t look for validation from others. You just do what feels right for you. But the best thing of all is it allows you to bypass the numerous trial and errors caused by putting energy into the wrong things. I believe that once you know yourself, it’s easier to become more confident, understand your purpose, and start making a bigger impact on the world. Remember, knowing yourself creates the space for you to be happy, and not rushing yourself creates opportunities for you to evolve. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/218. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/



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    19 min
  • Spring 2022: Session 217 (History Notes: Why Businesses Fail with Eve Hudson, Ph.D.)
    Most neighborhoods have that one store that changes into a new business every six months. It was once a barbershop, then it was a pizza joint, then soon after it became a grocery store. These small businesses were launched and shut down almost before anyone took notice of them. And it breaks my heart. According to the Small Business Administration, 8 out of 10 new businesses fail within the first 12 months. That's a whopping 80%. But why? What can we learn from the tremendous amount of failure in the entrepreneurship world to apply to our business ambitions? From a broad perspective, the primary reason businesses fail is they simply run out of cash. However, the cracks in the foundation start well before lights out. Check out the full session notes: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/217. Join the movement: www.evingerleanworldwide.com/movement/

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    36 min

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