"Son, you're anointed," were some of the first words I uttered to Chef Q after I had bitten "The Handshake." It's a Cajun-style Turkey Panini on Tuscan pane bread filled with flavor and joy in each bite. I had known Q for years, and it was also my first time visiting the cafe'. Captured with an idea to provide healthier food options in his community of Hyde Park, Chicago, Chef Q began by questioning his path to realizing his dreams. After a move from Los Angeles and wondering which route he would take, his gift was whispering to him through catering gigs. 7323 is the numerical address of his grandmother's home where he found his love for food and serving others.

In this episode we dove deep into the setups, setbacks, obstacles, tears, and ultimately the triumph! After testing the market, Chef Q began to seek ways to bring the dream to reality. After being awarded a grant, he received the necessary funds to get started and bring light to a blighted park. Still in the early stages, Chef Q is being recognized beyond the community. 7323 Chicago Cafe' was recently featured on CBS Chicago and I had the pleasure to be behind the scenes.

7323 Chicago Cafe' is located at 6600 S Woodland Ave. Chicago, IL 60637, open Wednesday-Saturday 11AM-7PM and Sunday 10AM-3PM.

When you get there order The Handshake with the Honey Lavender Lemonade. You will be amazed!

Cafe' IG: @7323Chicago

Chef Q's IG: @athisgib

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

*This episode was recorded in March 2024, updates have happened*

"If He is leading you, you cannot fail!" Wise words from a wise woman! Quonda is an entrepreneur, business owner, prayer warrior, she always tells her people, "War with the Word until you see results in your life." Coming up in Connecticut with not the best resources, Quonda moved to Raleigh, NC and there she attained three degrees, had a job at an ophthalmology practice, got laid off and ended up on her parents couch...at rock bottom. She began to cry out to the Lord and He answered her with instructions to build a business beginning with a Facebook page. She was obedient, did the work and I Need A Word was born. Now Quonda helps Christian business owners build themselves and their businesses through the Word of God. She encourages everyone to get scriptures and meditate on the Word daily for their breakthrough!

Quonda Tiktok: @girlfromineedaword

INeedAWord App on Apple Store and Google Playstore

My IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Dubbed as The Most Expensive Liquid on Earth, Blue Scorpion Venom was first formulated as a pain relief oral liquid back in 2004. Harut's history is in human biomechanics and human performance so once he heard about its revolutionary results, it was easy for him to get behind the project. Having being apart of the team for 2 years now, Blue Scorpion Venom is setting itself up to reduce inflammation that is wreaking havoc in so many people's lives.

Harut IG: @harut_tovmasyan

Blue Scorpion IG: bluescorpionvenom

Website: www.bluescorpionvenom.com

My IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

"I just wanted to make some extra money." We never know what an idea or inclination can turn into. Terry graduated from Xavier University of Louisiana in 2017 and eventually had to return home to Memphis in search of work. After months and months of looking, he landed a job with a finance company, but he always knew there was more for him. As time passed, a close friend began to share with him about becoming a Mobile Notary and he ignored his advice for weeks. One day he decided to step out and get his notary license; the rest is history. As a family man, supported by his fiancée and daughter, Terry turned his side hustle into a full-fledged Mobile notary service pulling in 5 figure months! "If I can do it, you can too."

Guest IG: @terry.hervery

Business IG: @PrincipleMobileNotary

LinkedIn: Terry Hervery

Twitter: @ys_terry

https://www.principlemobilenotary.com/

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast

Guest IG: @RonnyFunnyYeah

Youtube Special: "You Funny Yeah" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t67wp0JAcso&t=109s

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast

"Are you clear on what you want?" One of Danilo's famous questions he asks clients when mapping out their financial strategy. Most people are too general in life and they receive general results. Tune in to hear how Danilo learned how to focus, zero-in, and work with what works for him! Use these tips to strengthen your own focus and grow!

Guest IG: @DaniloLambo

Guest Facebook: Danilo Lambo

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast

When life gives you lemons, take the seeds out and plant a tree. You never know who will come to buy your fruits later. This is a story how Nelson took an idea and began to nurture and grow it! Starting off barbering Nelson wanted to reach more people and help other barbers enhance their clippers. After a sour relationship with a former business partner, he set out to learn all the skills he didn't have all to "protect his dream." He details how somethings are not natural to him but because the dream was so strong he dedicated himself to learning. Based in southern Louisiana, he now has clients and associates all over the world including Germany, Greece and Spain to name a few. Here is to never giving up and never counting yourself out.

Guest IG: @Nelo_Da_Creator

Business IG: @KingClipperMods

Website: KingClipperMods.com

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast

Want to talk about hustle, grinding, making light when everything seems dark? Pssst, it's not a secret! Paige has exemplified the tools necessary to look within to find her light. Being steadfast on what she wants and holding onto that idea has lead her into her current role. For someone on the outside looking in, you may see set back after setback and delay after delay. What it really was a set up and a reroute to a better future. Tune in to hear an amazing story about how one woman's decision to keep pushing forward turned into a dream come true!

Guest IG: @P.Charday

Guest LinkedIn: @Paige Johnson 

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast

Rachel Taylor was born with a gift for cooking and spreading joy! Beginning at age 12, she started using whatever was available in the kitchen pantry and started creating her own spin on her favorite foods. Sometimes your gift doesn't land in your face, it is often something that whispers behind your back! Fueled by her passion for cooking and support of her husband and family, Rachel looks to open her own restaurant and share her gift with all the world. 

Tune in to hear how trials turned to triumph, losses turned to lessons, and setbacks became strategies! 

Guest IG: @AllThings_Rachel_

Guest Website: https://www.allthingsrachel.com

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast

Have you ever cried your way to your destiny? Really been tired but constantly waking up and delivering on your promises to yourself? Stepped out on faith? Erica is really the epitome of "No matter what, we don't quit, we don't run, and we don't hide from hard work." Honing her skills and pushing herself, she started off working 60+ hours a week and studying for her CPA exam back in 2016. Through tireless nights and early mornings, she has truly shown that we are most capable than we can imagine. The workload she toppled and today still managing a full time job, wife, workouts, and Bible study, Erica is determined and shows us the power of perseverance! Tune in to hear how her ideas and dreams turned her into a juggernaut of commitment, discipline, and focus! 

Guest IG: @_loveerica

Host IG: @KevinWayneJoseph

Podcast Website: https://www.kevinwaynejoseph.com/what-happens-when-podcast