JoyTutor Podcast JoAnna Williams

Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, welcomes Wesley G. Simon, a culinary entrepreneur and the executive chef behind the thriving restaurant Djon Djon and Market Bar & Brewery in Brooklyn, New York. Wesley shares his remarkable journey from his beginnings in a Haitian community, through challenges and discrimination in the culinary industry, to establishing and expanding his restaurant business amidst the hardships of the pandemic. Alongside discussing his philosophy on leadership, race, and personal ambition, Wesley offers valuable advice for aspiring restaurant owners and reflects on the importance of community, generational wealth, and cultural authenticity.
Chapters:
IntroductionWesley's Early Life and BeginningsCareer Growth and PhilosophyChallenges and DiscriminationEntrepreneurial JourneyCultural Identity and AspirationsImpact and Future PlansAdvice for Aspiring EntrepreneursContact Info:
Instagram: @weslyjsimonInstagram: @djondjon.bkLinktr.ee: @djondjonInstagram: @marketbarbkJoyTutor Resources:
Email: podcast@joytutor.comWebsite: www.JoyTutor.comTikTok: joytutorInstagram: joytutorincFacebook: JoyTutor IncYoutube: JoyTutor Podcast

Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, welcomes Sunny B., the CEO and founder of The Sunori Shop, a fashion accessory store. Sunny shares her journey of starting her business, inspired by the phrase 'scared money don't make no money' and the encouragement from her cousin. She discusses the importance of accessories in elevating an outfit, her commitment to quality and durability in her products, and the challenges and successes she's faced along the way. Sunny also provides tips on how to maintain and store accessories and talks about her future plans to expand her brand, including opening a storefront. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the need for perseverance, continuous learning, and the support of a like-minded community for entrepreneurial success.
Contact Info:
Website: www.thesunorishop.netInstagram: @thesunorishopFacebook: @thesunorishopTikTok: @thesunorishopThreads: @thesunorishopJoyTutor Resources:
Email: podcast@joytutor.comWebsite: www.JoyTutor.comTikTok: joytutorInstagram: joytutorincFacebook: JoyTutor IncYoutube: JoyTutor Podcast

Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, met with guest Taylor Carruthers, founder of Metanoia Innovative Solutions, about her journey of self-discovery and finding her path as a breathwork practitioner, theta healing practitioner, and entrepreneur. Taylor openly discusses the transformative influence of these healing modalities on her life and her commitment to making these practices more accessible and to foster understanding of these approaches among a broader audience. She also shares about her company's inception, 'Metanoia Innovative Solutions', and the challenges she overcame along the way. The conversation is candid and enlightening, ultimately empowering listeners to take control of their personal growth and embrace self-love.
Contact Info:
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/metanoiainnovativesolutionsInstagram: @Metanoia_innovative_solutionsFacebook: @Metanoia Innovate Solutions LLCJoyTutor Resources:
Email: podcast@joytutor.comWebsite: www.JoyTutor.comTikTok: joytutorInstagram: joytutorincFacebook: JoyTutor IncYoutube: JoyTutor Podcast

Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, met with Doyin (Dee). In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of encouraging others and helping them fulfill their dreams and destinies. They emphasize that each person has something unique inside them that should be shared and allowed to grow.Dee shares her journey as a Nigerian immigrant in the United States. She talks about her first job as a QA engineer at Everyday Health Company and how she met the host of the JoyTutor podcast, Jo. Dee opens up about the struggles she faced at work and how Jo became her support system, defending her and providing joy in the workplace. She also shares how Jo's dreams and goals inspired and motivated her to pursue her dreams.After overcoming the challenges she faced, Dee is now a successful product manager, and she expresses her gratitude for her friendship with Joanna and how they have both grown. They discuss the importance of healing and letting go of anger and negative situations in order to find peace and happiness. The conversation takes a turn as Deef recounts a recent encounter with someone from their past. Dee explains how being in a space of healing and self-acceptance allowed them to let go of anger and negative experiences. This episode highlights the importance of finding peace within oneself and not allowing others to bring you down.Jo then introduces her new project, the JoyTutor Entrepreneur planner. She explains how she took her project management skills and applied them to entrepreneurship, creating a systematic approach for entrepreneurs to achieve their goals. Jo shares her experience of creating the planner, including the research and steps involved in self-publishing. She also discusses her monthly entrepreneur networking sessions and celebrations of courage events, where accountability and support are emphasized.In closing, listeners are encouraged to keep pursuing their dreams and not give up, emphasizing the impact they can have on others. Listeners are reminded that their dreams are valid and encourage them to push through challenges. Contact Info:
LinkedIn: Doyin Oshikoya
IT Academy: Hoshistech Product School
Instagram: @hi.entre
Facebook: @Hoshistech Training Institute
JoyTutor Resources:
Email: podcast@joytutor.com
Website: www.JoyTutor.com
TikTok: joytutor
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Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, met with guest, Kerri Mulhern, to share their long-standing friendship and how they have supported each other through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. They express their excitement to finally connect and have Kerri as a guest on the show.Kerri opens up about her childhood trauma and the impact it had on her mental and emotional well-being. She explains how she discovered the power of positive thinking and how it led her to explore alternative healing modalities like Reiki. Kerri describes her first experience with Reiki and how it helped her physically and emotionally heal. She also explains the concept of chakras and how they can be balanced for overall well-being.Kerri provides a simple exercise for listeners to balance their chakras every morning, visualizing each chakra spinning in the appropriate color. She emphasizes the importance of self-healing and how Reiki can be used to send healing energies to oneself and others, even from a distance. Joy and Kerri express their gratitude for Kerri's uplifting social media presence and its positive impact on their lives.This episode explores the power of spirituality, positive thinking, and alternative healing practices like Reiki. Listeners will gain insight into Kerri's personal journey and how she has transformed her life through these practices. The episode also serves as a reminder to prioritize self-care and embrace our divine nature.Contact Info:Website: Kerri MulhernInstagram: @kerrimulhernFacebook: @kerrimulhernauthorTwitter: @kerrimulhernJoyTutor Resources:Email: podcast@joytutor.comWebsite: www.JoyTutor.comTikTok: joytutorInstagram: joytutorincFacebook: JoyTutor IncYoutube: JoyTutor Podcast

Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, met with guest Karina Oliver from Montreal, Canada. Karina is a mom of two wonderful boys and the founder of Girls Empower, a brand that aims to empower women instead of tearing each other down.
Karina shares how Girls Empower started as a simple idea to create a community of women supporting each other. With her background in business development, she realized she had the tools and knowledge to help female entrepreneurs grow their brands and businesses on Instagram. Through her organic growth, Karina received requests from other entrepreneurs who wanted to learn her secrets to success. This led her to start coaching and offer digital courses to empower others.
Transitioning from a nine-to-five job to entrepreneurship may seem intimidating, but Karina's determination and positive mindset made it easier for her. She emphasizes the importance of mindset in any transition and highlights entrepreneurs' ups and downs behind the scenes. It's not always as easy as it looks, but with consistency and a solid plan, success can be achieved.
Karina also shares valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. She encourages investing, not just in financial terms, but also in education and learning. Having a concrete plan is crucial, whether it's a quarterly or yearly plan, to stay focused and on track. Lastly, she highlights the significance of expansion, as many successful business owners prioritize growth and opening new opportunities.
On the flip side, Karina discusses some common mistakes she has observed among business owners. One of the biggest mistakes is investing in the wrong things and not knowing where to allocate resources. It's important to clearly understand what to invest in and avoid unnecessary expenses.
As we wrap up this empowering episode, Karina reminds us that caring for our mental health is essential. Sometimes, we need to take a step back and disconnect to avoid burnout. Having a backup plan and returning to our goals with renewed energy is the key to staying on track.
Join us in this uplifting conversation and discover the power of empowerment and entrepreneurship. Let Karina inspire you to believe in yourself, invest in your dreams, and create a supportive community of unstoppable women. Get ready to be motivated and empowered on this incredible journey of growth and success.
Contact Info:
~ Linktr.ee: girlsempowermt
~ Instagram: girlsempowermtl
~ Instagram: sweettreatsbychana
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~ Website: www.JoyTutor.com
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