More Than One Story Dami Junaid

Mélissa Jeanty is the founder and CEO of MelJeanty & Co, a storytelling and digital marketing agency, that specializes in creating intentional content for individuals and brands. As a Marketing and Communication Specialist, her expertise is in photography, videography, graphic and website design, social media marketing, and brand development. ​​

Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Melissa hails from a family with a legacy in Christian missions and ministry, and has also lived in Congo (DRC) and the United States. 

In this episode we discuss the following:

a. The importance of pivoting in your career and life

b. Money mindsets for success

c. Benefits of upskilling as a business owner or entrepreneur

d. Tips for prioritizing rest and practicing the Sabbath

e. Practical ways to manage social media anxiety and addiction



RESOURCES & BOOKS

*The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer

*God in my everything by Ken Shigematsu

*To Hell with the Hustle by Jefferson Bethke

*Podcast mentioned: “Fight Hustle, End Hurry” with John Mark Comer & Jefferson Bethke: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fight-hustle-end-hurry/id1480300467 

*Sacred Rest by Saundra Dalton-Smith



CONTACT

*Guest: Melissa Jeanty

-IG: @meljeanty

-Agency: https://www.meljeanty.com/meljeantyandco

*Host: Dami Junaid

-IG: @missjunaid // @taloje (Podcast)

-Podcast Website: https://www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

In this episode, I speak with Nnamdi Okaa (aka Mista Dre) a versatile entertainer with a passion for radio, comedy, and live events.

As a comic, he’s produced comedy shows like "Comedy Unplugged" and acted in several theatre productions. In addition, Dre has hosted events and concerts with international headliners like Davido, Basketmouth, Adekunle Gold and more.

Under his creative collective (The Talkative), Dre hosts the comedy podcast "Backyard Bants". With each new project, Dre continues to push the culture forward and create a platform for fellow creatives.

We discuss the following topics:

a. Lessons learned from living in Nigeria

b. The pros and cons of hustle culture

c. The importance of embracing discomfort

d. The myth of social media influence



To Connect

*Guest: Nnamdi Okaa (Mista Dre)

-IG: mistadre_ | Podcast IG: @backyardbantss

*Host: Dami Junaid

-IG: @missjunaid | Podcast IG: @taloje

-Podcast website: https://www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

In this episode, I speak with Deidre Sirianni.

Deidre is a TEDx speaker, author, coach and founder of Radically Aligned Life - a coaching and mentoring academy dedicated to guiding individuals in actualizing their potential. Through a unique blend of metaphysical principles and practical tools, Deidre's mission is to awaken people to the truth of who they are and are meant to be.  



In this episode, we discuss:

a. The importance of being radically aligned

b. Self deprecation vs appreciation

c. How to understand the language of your soul

d. Ostracism vs Belonging

e. Why you must decide to stop playing small



CONNECT

*Guest: Deidre Sirianni

-Website: https://radicallyaligned.com/

-Instagram: @iamdeidresiriani

-Book: "Turn On Your Light" (Amazon)

-Turn On Your Light Qui: https://radicallyaligned.com/tyloquiz/



*Podcast Website: www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

*Podcast IG: @taloje

*Host IG (Dami Junaid): @missjunaid

In this episode I speak with Lindsay Judy, a speech pathologist from Texas who has solo traveled to 24 countries!

We discuss topics like:

a. How to manage solo travel anxiety

b. Solo travel tips and travel fails

c. Navigating adult friendships as a 30-something year old

d. Finding contentment in your singlehood

e. How to not fall into the comparison trap



*Enneagram Test: https://enneagramtest.com/quiz



TO CONNECT

*Guest (Lindsay Judy)

-IG: @lindsayljudy



*Host (Dami Junaid)

-IG: @missjunaid

-Podcast: www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

-IG: @taloje

In this episode, I speak with Efuwa Tomety - the founder of Adaaba, which is an online magazine and community that's committed to uplifting the multifaceted essence of women.



We discuss topics like:

a. Boundaries and why it’s needed for a stress-free life

b. The struggles of being a first born child

c. Signs the man you're dating is right for you

d. Why successful women struggle in dating

e. How we need to rethink the role of women in society



To Connect

*Guest: Efuwa Tomety

-IG: @efuwatomety AND @adaabamagazine

-Website: https://www.adaaba.com/



*Host: Dami Junaid

-IG: @missjunaid AND @taloje

-Podcast Website: https://www.taloje.com/

In this episode, I speak with Peter Kang - a Korean American TCK.


Topics discussed include:

a. Cancel culture & the importance of critical thinking for navigating conflict

b. The struggles of being on a non-immigrant visa in the States

c. Why we need critical thinking in the world today

d. Debt culture in the States

e. Why colleges & universities need to teach financial literacy



TO CONNECT

*Guest: Peter Kang (IG: @eunsung.hero)

*Podcast Website: www.taloje.com/morethanonestory

*Podcast IG: @taloje

*Host IG: @missjunaid