Think Like a Thought Leader with Courtney Bowden

They say that you can tell what person truly values by observing how they spend two things: their time and their money.

We’re talking about time, and why you can’t afford to spend another minute alienated from your purpose, passion and fulfillment.

That’s why I thought there was no one better to have this conversation with than Marcel Benson, the founder of Benson Watch Company. In fact, he founded his company on the principle that "Time Should Be Spent Doing What You Love" 

Benson Watch Company has been named a top watch brand by the New York Times, boasts a number of celebrity customers, thousands of 5 star reviews, and is the only Black-owned company to have timepieces available in major retailers like Macy’s.

In this conversation, Marcel shares why he decided to finally own his time and leave his lucrative, 6-figure career to start a watch company that is poised to generate an estimated $15 million in 2022 and disrupt the industry in a major way.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

Connect with Marcel & the Benson Watch Company:

Website: https://bensonwatch.com/

Instagram: @BensonWatch

To learn more about becoming a shareholder and invest in Benson Watch Company: https://republic.co/benson-watch

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Given the rapid advancements brought about by tech, there has never been a better time to innovate by developing a startup.

While opportunities to disrupt abound, studies show that one of the major barriers to entry in the startup world is access to capital.

This is especially true for Black founders. In fact, just 1% of venture-funded startup founders are Black. Even worse, 81% of venture capital funds have no Black investors.

I’m talking to Alfred Duncan, a two-time Grammy and Emmy nominated artist, author, speaker, serial entrepreneur, and visionary who has dedicated his life to motivating the masses by traveling the world performing uplifting messages in front of over 100,000 people. 

 ln addition to the work he does to help catalyze at-risk youth in his hometown community in Washington DC, Alfred is the founder of Black Men Ventures. It’s an organization that offers Black men founders the opportunity to access the capital they need to grow, scale and sustain their businesses.

And we’re going to be talking about how Black founders - with the right support and ecosystems - can begin to narrow the wealth gap through entrepreneurship.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

Connect with Alfred:

Website: https://blackmenventures.org/

Instagram: @BlackMenVentures & @MrForeverDuncan

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Are you a visionary entrepreneur intends to leave a wealthy legacy?

Do you plan on making sure that your great, great grandchildren are rich and on the Forbes list? (Word to Beyonce and Jay Z)

If I’m speaking your language, then you’ll definitely want to tune into this conversation I’m having with Professor LaTanya White.

She is a Dynastic Wealth Building Strategist for First-Generation Black Wealth Creators who uses her background and insight as an entrepreneur, educator, Certified Business Analyst, and doctoral student to help Black entrepreneurs build business dynasties...so their grandchildren's grandchildren won't have to worry about money! 

And we’re talking about the ways Black entrepreneurs, leaders, and change-makers like you can build what’s called not just generational wealth, but DYNASTIC WEALTH.

Professor White takes the time to define that and more, so stay tuned because the insights she shares are sure to help you shift the way you approach building your legacy.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

Connect with Professor White:

Website: https://dynasticwealthbuilders.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetprofwhite/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetprofwhite/ 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecourtneybowden/

Does the current state of affairs here in the United States have you seriously considering what it could be like to live somewhere internationally?

Or, maybe you’re someone who has always wanted to move abroad and are trying to make the decision about whether or not you should go for it.

It’s a big decision that should be a well-informed one, which is why I think you’ll gain a lot of insight from this next conversation I’m having with author, speaker and coach, Candice Adewole. 

She’s an American expat who currently resides in Istanbul, Turkey and who has lived in various countries around the globe. Candice helps women all around the world uproot and make their own international moves.

She was gracious enough to stop by the show to share her expert insights and to talk about how living internationally could be YOUR key to finding freedom and fulfillment.

So, if you’re thinking about making a BLAXIT, but have more questions than answers, stay tuned because Candice offers some helpful insights that will hopefully leave you not just more informed, but more inspired to make your dream of living abroad a reality.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

Connect with Candice:

Website: https://lovingyoulifestyle.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loving_you_lifestyle2/ 

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What’s your zodiac sign?

That question used to be considered just a corny pickup line, but that’s not the case for my next guest who believes that your natal chart (which is essentially a map of the planets at the time of your birth) can help you tap into your soul’s purpose.

I have the pleasure of being in conversation with Jheannell Bloom, a psychic astrologer and frequency healer who empowers women all over the world through her Astrohive community. She’s also the spiritual content curator for Karen Civil’s LiveCivil platform. And she helps create safe spaces for powerhouse women to better understand themselves so they can reach their highest potential, create fulfilling lives, careers, and businesses they love, and make big impact on their communities.

If you remember, we kicked off 2021 on the show with a conversation about healing and restoration, now I’m talking to the secret weapon of many successful women about how you can clarify your calling, confirm your gifts and get the kind of counsel you need to better understand who you are and how you show up.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

Connect with Jhéannell Bloom:

Website: https://www.theastrohive.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAstroHive

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jheanellbloom/ 

Learn more about Jhéannell’s North Node Program: https://www.theastrohive.com/the-north-node-program-2020/ 

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Consider becoming a patron by visiting: https://www.thinklikeathoughtleader.com/. Thank you in advance for your support!

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How do you know when your creations are ready to share with the world? 

The conversation I’m having with my next guest is sure to ignite and intrigue you creatives out there…

...especially if you have dreams of seeing your designs or products in major retailers.

I’m talking to Rochelle Porter, founder of Rochelle Porter Designs. She’s an artist, designer and visionary of a lifestyle brand that’s all about design for abundant living.

Recently, her company partnered with West Elm, a high end home decor retailer to bring consumers all over the nation her unique, colorful, Caribbean and West-African influenced designs.

We’re talking about how she was able to attract such a coveted partnership, the journey that led her here, and why she’s been able to enjoy success while sticking to her company’s principles around fair pay, ethical manufacturing and the use of sustainable materials.

Connect with Rochelle Porter:

Website: https://rochelleporter.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roporterdesign 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roporterdesign/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/roporterdesign/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelleporter/ 

Be sure to shop her home decor collection in West Elm, by clicking here.

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If 2020 was the reckoning, then I believe we have the power to make this time we’re in now about reclaiming.

We often talk about how our ancestors paved the way for us to be where we are today, but what does that really mean?

How can we live into the dreams, hopes and plans they had for us even MORE?

What is your legacy? How can you confidently create something that outlives you?

My guest, Jamari White, answers these questions and so much more during this rich discussion all about how we can make peace with our past, heal our lineage and preserve our legacy.

He’s a therapist, turned Spiritual Coach and Ancestral Healer whose life’s work is to help you reconnect with, heal and further your lineage.

Connect with Jamari:

Website: https://www.blackancestralhealing.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamariwhite/

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader Show, where Black entrepreneurs, leaders and changemakers learn how to build wealthy legacies related to their work in the world.

n an effort to stay true to our vision and remain unbought, unbossed, and unapologetic, we need your help.

All meaningful work costs something. Creating a media company requires monetary resources, along with countless hours of emotional, intellectual, spiritual and physical labor. Your monetary investment will help build a ground-breaking company that will shift paradigms and empower a generation of leaders and entrepreneurs with thoughtful programming and high-quality content.

Consider becoming a patron by visiting: https://www.thinklikeathoughtleader.com/. Thank you in advance for your support!

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Have you ever said to yourself (or someone else) that good help is hard to find?

If you’re an entrepreneur with a growing business, there will come a time when you’ll need to hire support.

Hiring can be an overwhelming undertaking, which is why I’m having a conversation with HR & Human Capital Specialist, Delmar Johnson.

She’s here to share with us how entrepreneurs can hire the right people on your team.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, leaders and change makers like you learn how to build wealthy legacies related to the work you do in the world.

Connect with Delmar:

Website: http://www.delmarjohnson.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DelmarJohnsonEnterprises

Instagram: @MasterHRCoach

Twitter: @DelmarJJohnson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delmarjohnson1/ 

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All meaningful work costs something. Creating a media company requires monetary resources, along with countless hours of emotional, intellectual, spiritual and physical labor. Your monetary investment will help build a ground-breaking company that will shift paradigms and empower a generation of leaders and entrepreneurs with thoughtful programming and high-quality content.

Consider becoming a patron by visiting: https://www.thinklikeathoughtleader.com/. Thank you in advance for your support!

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If one of your New Year's resolutions is to finally publish that book you've been sitting on, you'll want to tune into this insightful conversation I'm having with author and publisher, Renita Bryant (Chief Amplication Officer of Mynd Matters Publishing).

We discuss:

*How to know when you're ready to publish a book (vs. just keeping your thoughts in a journal or diary)

*The 2 things aspiring authors should consider BEFORE committing to the publishing process

*The distinctions between traditional, self and HYBRID publishing

*How you should think about marketing and promoting your book…

...and so much more!

Connect with Renita and Mynd Matters Publishing:

Website:http://www.myndmatterspublishing.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyndMattersPublishing/ 

Instagram: @Mynd_matters_publishing

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader Show, where Black entrepreneurs, leaders and change makers like you come to learn how to build wealthy legacies related to your work in the world.

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

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Do you want a higher paying job in corporate as a Black professional?  

Then, you’ll definitely want to tune into this conversation I’m having with Career Strategist, Desiree Booker.

Desiree empowers professionals of color to be successful in the workplace through career coaching, all while helping companies attract and recruit diverse talent. 

Her clients have landed interviews and job offers at companies like Facebook, LinkedIn, HBO, Spotify, and Deloitte, just to name a few, and collectively have garnered $1.2M in salary increases.

Her work has also been featured on Forbes, Career Contessa, and Zenefits…

...and she’s here today to share practical insights and offer game-changing advice to help you advance in your career without sacrificing fulfillment. 

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black leaders like you come to learn how to build wealthy legacies related to your work in the world.

Connect with Desiree:

Website: https://www.colorvizionlab.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desireebooker/

Instagram: @DesireeDBooker 

Join Desiree’s free Get Hired masterclass: https://careerresetcourse.com/freemasterclass/

This is the Think Like a Thought Leader show, where Black entrepreneurs, change makers and leaders like you learn to build wealth related to the work you’re called to do in the world.

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