Have you ever had an idea for a new product? Something that no one has ever thought of? This weeks show is a must listen!

My guest this week is the CEO and developer of Heelless technology at Sports Medicine The Difference Inc. Mr. Olguy Songolo shares the story of how his family developed and ultimately brought to market the worlds first and only heelless athletic shoe. From having to learning a foreign language just to get a glass of water, to enduring a deadly typhoon, Olguy will share the details of set-back, disappointment, hardship, and eventually success. The Difference is not just any shoe, it's one that has a story rooted in family, sacrifice, and grit. Remember , The School of HardKnox is all about telling the stories of successful people with the intent to create more successful people. After you listen to this episode, ask yourself... "Am I willing to be comfortable being uncomfortable".

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On this weeks show, Mark does a recap of all the guest that were featured on the School of HardKnox in 2020. This is not a normal recap! Listen as Mark  goes one-by-one and talks about what you hopefully gained from each episode. Also, The School of HardKnox is now an international show! We've  got listeners in 28 countries and counting! We are building and progressing! Find out what we have planned for 2021 and why you need to GET ON THE BUS NOW! Thank you to all our loyal listeners, we owe our success to you and will keep going strong in 2021.

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On this weeks show we celebrate the launch of LandLording, the first book written by School of HardKnox Alum, Jaran Ramsey. This book dives into Jaran's person real estate story Journey and is a must read.  He talks about his "why", and the challenges he was able to overcome by pressing forward and never taking no as the final judgement. Jaran takes us to "school" on what type of properties to invest in, how to stick to the strategy you lay out, and why all paths of real estate investing are NOT the right fit for everyone. If you or someone you know has ever mentioned wanting to be a "LandLord", this episode is a must listen. However, be warned, you will want to take your future back after you hear these inspiring words from Jaran!

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On this weeks show I'm taking you back to where it all began. The place that helped shape who I am as professional and ultimately a man. Thats right, we are going back to the living room of my college apartment! 2120 was the address; Ean Johnson, Everett Butts, and Jeff Payton were my roommates. These are the three gentlemen that I consider to be my closet friends. The four of us have a conversation about low expectations, crippling success, and the danger of comparing yourself to others. We are four men who started in the same spot, then  took different paths and consider the success of the others to be our own. We cheer each other on and are never afraid to offer perspective and constructive criticism when it counts. On this episode you will hear the personal account of how our college life shaped our professional existence. If you want a deeper understanding of why I think the the way I do, start here! 

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Those of us who have taken the steps to set up our business and present it to the world are often faced with the reality of low to no sales! We've done everything right (so we think), but still can't get over the sales hump. On this weeks show, we are going to talk with Dalkesha Bryant, she is an alumnus of the show from episode #6, "Mirror Moments". Dalkesha is going to help us get the bottom of consistency, regret, and why people just like you have abandoned their dreams! Dalkesha and Mark also share some of their pet peeves in regards to why they think some small business are not successful in the art of sales. If you are an entrepreneur who is easily offend by the TRUTH, listen with caution! 

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On this week show, we hear from some HardKnox Podcast Alums as we dive into the fear of execution. 2021 is about 30 days away and most of us will develop lofty goals and resolutions over next month. The issue however, is we have not yet identified the factors that kept us from achievement over this past year (2020). 

1. What are you afraid of? 
2. What are you waiting for? 
3. Whats hold you back? 

If you have difficulty addressing any of these questions, listen to a few of the HardKnox Entrepreneurs as they discuss their personal experience working through each one. We will hear from Tre Smith, Cecilia Knox, Danae Hankerson and Jaran Ramsey. Don't forget to share this episode with someone who you know needs to hear this message. 

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On this weeks show, I have a challenge for you! 5 strategies, everyday, for 5 days. This is all about focus. I want to help you bring your thoughts and ideas in line with you goals, vision, and ACTIONS. What do you want? What are you trying to build? Where do you want to be this time next year? All these questions require you to focus, not only on the task at hand, but every action and move you make between here and there!

#1. Take care of your physical needs [eat, drink water, sleep, use the bathroom]

#2. Eliminate distracting activities [anything that takes your mind from the task at hand or consumes thought load]

#3. Shut-up [never miss a good opportunity to SHUT-UP. Instead, think, listen, and breath]

#4. Be selective with your energy [Minimize the resource pirates in your life and have criteria for your actions]

#5. Be intentional with every action [don’t leave without knowing how and where you are going, visualize the journey and plan for the unexpected]

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On this weeks show get ready to be challenged into change! Our guest this week is Ms. Danielle P. Thompson, Owner &  Creative force behind Destined by DPT. Danielle speaks directly to you about her journey into purpose and how she developed it into entrepreneurship. Danielle dives into the important role her faith has played in her process, and how a life changing diagnosis helped dictate her plans. This weeks show is nothing short of phenomenal!  Grab a notebook and headphones, this one is going to stick... if YOU allow it! 

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On this weeks show we have a conversation with the owner of The Brow Therapist Cincy.  Ms. Genine Menefield talks to us about how she went from a career as a therapist in social services to one of the leading providers of permanent eyebrow services in the city. Join us a we discuss the mindset required to shift your current circumstances and the true meaning of believing in yourself. This episode is for anyone who has invested time and money into an education and has come to the realization that you want more! 

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On this weeks show Cecilia and I discuss our recent voting experience as well as asking you  the thought provoking question, "what will you have to show for the pandemic". The past 8 months have been strange to say the least! We know things will go back to something familiar eventually, right? We want to help you understand that YOU can't go back to doing things the way you did them before and  putting yourself in the best position to take advantage of the transition should be priority #1.  Remember..." We can't predict the future, but we can anticipate change". Enjoy the show!

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