DO GOOD X Podcast

Kimberly Daniel & Stephen Lewis
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Welcome to the DO GOOD X Podcast – where purpose meets business, and the journey is just as important as the destination. Hosted by advocates for impactful entrepreneurship, Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis, this podcast creates a space for Black and Brown folk, especially Black women, navigating the intricate path of purposeful business. In this sanctuary, the hosts understand the challenges of entrepreneurship, and their mission is to help listeners transform doubt into confidence, fostering the growth of their dreams without sacrificing well-being. Embark on a transformative journey, discovering inspiration to fuel your passion for business. Shared experiences and stories act as beacons, nurturing you for the entrepreneurial road ahead. Navigate the challenges of being an under-resourced entrepreneur with practical strategies and resources in the Tools & Tips segment. Overcome obstacles and thrive in the purpose-driven business world. In the Mentorship segment, hear from seasoned guides who have successfully built businesses with a focus on social impact. Gain insights not only from the guests but also from hosts who intimately understand the unique journey of overlooked entrepreneurs. This podcast is more than a productivity machine; it's about slowing down to go further. Each episode invites listeners to exhale, reconnect with inner wisdom, and rediscover the power of community. Embrace the impact your business can make without compromising well-being. Leave feeling lighter, shedding stress, embracing self-compassion, and finding joy in the entrepreneurial journey. Gain actionable insights, learn from diverse perspectives, and expand your knowledge with tools for success, guided by hosts Kimberly and Stephen. Feel empowered, recognizing yourself as your greatest asset. Build confidence to develop and grow a viable, impactful business aligned with the needs of the community. About the Hosts Kimberly R. Daniel catalyzes entrepreneurs and organizations to do good. She is co-founder and project director of DO GOOD X, a community that provides programs and support for faith-driven social entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on positive Change. Kimberly also helps purpose-driven organizations clarify and design compelling brand and communication strategies. With over 15 years of experience developing and leading communications efforts, it is her commitment to produce effective processes and create authentic, “sticky” brands that are community-centered. In any aspect of her work, she is deeply passionate about purpose, meaning, and the common good. Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-r-daniel/ ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-r-daniel/) Stephen Lewis is the president of the Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE) and creator and co-founder of DO GOOD X, a community that provides programs and support for faith-driven social entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on positive change. He is an organizational change strategist and a leadership development specialist, focused on inspiring the next generation of faith-inspired leaders and entrepreneurs to live and work on purpose. Stephen is the co-author of Another Way: Living and Leading Change on Purpose (2020) and A Way Out of No Way: An Approach to Christian Innovation (2021). Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lewis-8b1b941/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lewis-8b1b941/)

  1. 17m ago

    How to Find Your Ideal Paying Customer Before You Launch

    Who is actually willing and able to pay for the solution your business provides? On this DO GOOD X episode, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis explain why identifying an ideal paying customer is essential for building a sustainable, purpose-driven business. Passion and service may inspire an idea, but founders still need evidence that a real market exists. Kimberly and Stephen explore why faith-driven and social entrepreneurs may feel uncomfortable charging for their work, from a service-oriented mindset to imposter syndrome and doubts about their own value. They explain how greater clarity about your customer, including their age, location, values, needs, and ability to pay, can strengthen both your offer and your marketing. The conversation walks founders through customer discovery, including creating a customer profile, asking open-ended questions, choosing interviews or surveys, reviewing feedback without defensiveness, and continuing to listen as the business grows. They also explain the difference between a prototype and a minimal viable solution, or MVS, and why an early test should cost as little as possible. Whether you are preparing to launch or revisiting an existing offer, this episode provides practical steps to test demand, learn what customers already do to solve the problem, and build something people will pay for. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE ✅ Why an ideal customer must also be an ideal paying customer ✅ How to conduct customer discovery through interviews, surveys, and open-ended questions ✅ The difference between a prototype and a minimal viable solution, or MVS ✅ How to test a business idea at minimal cost before making a major investment Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow an impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) How to Find Your Ideal Paying Customer Before You Launch (00:37) Meet hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis (01:06) Why loving an idea does not prove there is a market (02:26) Defining your ideal paying customer (06:15) Why purpose-driven founders may struggle to charge (08:42) Imposter syndrome, personal value, and pricing (09:52) The customer discovery process (13:37) How many potential customers should you talk to? (17:01) How customer feedback helped Arbro House refine its brand (17:57) Ongoing customer discovery, prototypes, and minimal viable solutions (22:12) How much should you spend on an MVS? (23:40) Two actions every founder should take next KEY TAKEAWAYS 💎 A sustainable business needs customers who value the solution, are willing to pay for it, and can afford it. 💎Customer discovery helps founders replace assumptions with real evidence about customer needs, behaviors, and spending. 💎A prototype shows what an idea could become, while an MVS lets customers experience and test a small-scale version of the solution. 💎Customer discovery is ongoing. Successful businesses continue listening, learning, and refining long after launch. ABOUT THE HOSTS Kimberly Daniel is a community builder, coach, and communication strategist who comes from generations of faith-driven leaders and entrepreneurs. She helps purpose-driven founders clarify their ideas, communicate their value, and build businesses that contribute to the common good. Stephen Lewis is a catalyst for positive change in communities and businesses. For more than two decades, he has inspired leaders and entrepreneurs to live and work on purpose with intention, faith, and a commitment to well-being. DO GOOD X RESOURCES DO GOOD X DO GOOD X Startup Accelerator DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat DO GOOD X on LinkedIn MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Build the Damn Thing by Kathryn Finney RELATED LISTENING Explore more episodes of the DO GOOD X Podcast CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS Kimberly Daniel on LinkedIn Stephen Lewis on LinkedIn

    How to Find Your Ideal Paying Customer Before You Launch

  2. Aug 25

    Building Chocolate Yoga Destinations: Faatima Harley on Sound Healing and Self-Care

    How can a personal healing journey inspire a business that serves others? On this DO GOOD X episode, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis welcome Faatima Harley, founder of Chocolate Yoga Destinations, for a conversation about sound healing, inclusive wellness, and entrepreneur self-care. After receiving a thyroid cancer diagnosis, Faatima began exploring yoga, meditation, healthy living, and other complementary wellness practices alongside traditional medicine. Her journey eventually led her to become an award-winning sound healer, Reiki Master Teacher, yoga teacher, and breathwork facilitator. Faatima explains how offering virtual sound baths during the pandemic revealed a widespread need for rest, connection, and stress relief. She also discusses why representation matters in wellness spaces, what she learned by listening to her community, and how self-care can help entrepreneurs manage challenges without becoming overwhelmed by burnout. The episode concludes with a guided breathing, body-scan, affirmation, and meditation practice that listeners can follow wherever they are. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE✅ How Faatima’s thyroid cancer diagnosis influenced her personal healing journey and business ✅ Why sound healing may help people quiet their minds, reduce stress, and sleep better ✅ How listening to family, friends, and early participants helped Faatima identify a genuine need ✅ Why representation can make yoga, Reiki, and sound healing feel more accessible ✅ How Faatima creates inclusive, judgment-free wellness experiences for different ages and bodies ✅ Why entrepreneurs need consistent mental, physical, and emotional self-care ✅ A guided practice for breathing, releasing tension, and reconnecting with yourself Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow an impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to the DO GOOD X Podcast 00:55 Meet hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis 02:12 Introducing Faatima Harley and Chocolate Yoga Destinations 04:15 How a thyroid cancer diagnosis shaped Faatima’s healing journey 05:31 Addressing insomnia, stress, anxiety, and the need for self-care 07:04 How clients describe the effects of Reiki, sound baths, and yoga 08:43 How the pandemic inspired Chocolate Yoga Destinations 10:34 Making yoga, Reiki, and sound healing accessible to more people 11:02 Why representation matters in wellness spaces 12:17 Training practitioners and expanding the reach of healing work 14:21 Guided breathing, body scan, affirmations, and meditation 27:09 Faatima’s self-care message for entrepreneurs 28:21 DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat invitation 29:00 Closing reflections KEY TAKEAWAYS💎 A personal healing journey can inspire a business that addresses a genuine community need. 💎 Faatima’s clients report that sound baths and energy-healing practices support pain relief, better sleep, and greater calm. 💎 Representation and education can make holistic wellness practices feel more accessible. 💎 Consistent self-care can help entrepreneurs manage challenges and reduce the risk of burnout. ABOUT THE GUESTFaatima Harley is a healing artist and the founder of Chocolate Yoga Destinations. She is an award-winning sound healer, Reiki Master Teacher, yoga teacher, breathwork facilitator, and self-care advocate. Inspired by her own healing journey, Faatima creates inclusive, judgment-free spaces where people of different ages, backgrounds, and body types can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and explore holistic wellness practices. She also trains sound healers and Reiki practitioners, helping extend this work into communities, hospice care, and family-support settings. Connect with Faatima: Chocolate Yoga Destinations DO GOOD X RESOURCESDO GOOD X DO GOOD X Startup Accelerator DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat DO GOOD X on LinkedIn RELATED LISTENINGDr. Heber Brown III on Ending Food Apartheid Through the Black Church Food Security Network CONNECT WITH THE HOSTSKimberly Daniel on LinkedIn Stephen Lewis on LinkedIn

    Building Chocolate Yoga Destinations: Faatima Harley on Sound Healing and Self-Care

  3. Aug 11

    Why 43% of Startups Fail (and How to Avoid It)

    Social Entrepreneurship thrives when passion meets a real market need, and this episode of DO GOOD X breaks down exactly how to tell the difference. Hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis explore why so many founders build from feeling rather than evidence, sharing a sobering statistic: 43% of startups fail simply because no one wanted what they built. Through real stories, including Heber Brown's Black Church Food Security Network, listeners learn a simple business validation framework to test ideas before investing time, money and energy into a business that the market may not want. What You Will Learn in this Episode: ✅ How to tell if your business idea is built on genuine market need or just personal passion ✅ Why customer discovery and business validation matter before you launch or scale ✅ How Heber Brown turned lived experience into a profitable social venture, the Black Church Food Security Network Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 A purpose-driven conversation about why passion alone will not tell you what problem your business should solve 04:43 CB Insights data reveals forty-three percent of startups fail from a lack of market need 09:38 Moving from assumption to real curiosity, three questions for genuine customer discovery 13:33 Heber Brown's journey building the Black Church Food Security Network from lived experience 16:44 A practical fill-in-the-blank exercise to clarify your business validation problem statement 19:53 Check out the Mastermind retreat coming in October 2026 in Atlanta KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 A great story about your own struggle is not proof that a market exists for your solution 💎 Talking to five people closer to the problem than you gives real validation, not just confidence 💎 Business needs shift with the market, so revisit your problem statement often, not just once ABOUT THE GUEST: RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - Website DO GOOD X - LinkedIn Dr. Heber Brown III on Ending Food Apartheid Through Black Church Food Security Network DO GOOD X - Mastermind Retreat Connect with Hosts: Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn Stephen Lewis LinkedIn

    Why 43% of Startups Fail (and How to Avoid It)

  4. Jul 28

    Legacy Talk: Kimberly & Stephen on Purpose-Driven Business

    What would the world lose if you never chased your dream? DO GOOD X hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis reflect on that very question in an episode built around purpose-driven entrepreneurship, legacy, and faith-driven leadership. Stephen leads a guided meditation asking listeners to picture their happy place and trace it back to the generational legacy that made it possible. Kimberly reflects on 150 years of family land in Virginia and what it means to build something meant to outlast her. A moving reminder that your business can be a legacy-focused entrepreneurship act of service, not just a strategy. What You Will Learn in this Episode: ✅ Discover how purpose-driven business owners connect their daily work to a larger sense of legacy ✅ Learn a guided meditation practice for intentional living and reconnecting with your entrepreneurial vision ✅ Understand how social entrepreneurship and community impact shape a founder's deeper why Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Discussing the legacy you hope to leave on this world 03:38 Kimberly shares her family's 150-year Virginia land legacy and its lessons on entrepreneurship 05:46 Stephen asks thought-provoking questions about business and a life that creates good 09:43 A guided meditation begins, grounding listeners in breath, presence, and intentional living 19:13 Stephen asks what the world could become through your audacious dreaming and business 33:43 Details on the DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat for founders pursuing legacy-focused entrepreneurship KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Your business is never just about profit; it's a vessel for generational legacy and community impact 💎 Reflecting on who created your favorite happy place reveals how legacy-focused entrepreneurship already shapes your life 💎 The gap between comfort and action is where true audacious dreaming and purpose take root ABOUT THE GUEST: RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - Website DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat - Apply Today DO GOOD X - LinkedIn Measuring Impact with Amelia Conrad: Seeing Beyond the Numbers Social Entrepreneurship: Defining Legacy, Impact And Social Good Connect with Hosts: Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn Stephen Lewis LinkedIn

    Legacy Talk: Kimberly & Stephen on Purpose-Driven Business

  5. Jul 14

    Social Entrepreneurship: Defining Legacy, Impact, And Social Good

    Can your business change the world and still turn a profit? On this episode of DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis dive deep into social good, breaking down four powerful questions every founder should ask before scaling further. From community flourishing to environmental responsibility, they explore how a social good footprint rooted in impact and principles can guide purpose-driven business decisions every single day. With real stories from Homeboy Industries, Patagonia, and Goodr, this episode is a must-listen for anyone building a lasting legacy that outlasts the bottom line and inspires future generations. What You Will Learn in this Episode: ✅ Discover how social entrepreneurship identifies positive impact by exploring which communities truly flourish because your business exists. ✅ Learn the four pillars of social good, including harm reduction and restorative business, so your work targets real injustice at its roots. ✅ Understand how a social good footprint blends impact and principles to guide purpose-driven business decisions from day one. Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 A conversation on the state of social good and why this topic matters 04:29 Stephen asks the bottom-line questions 07:12 Defining the four pillars of social good: flourishing, harm reduction, thriving communities, and restorative work 15:42 Introducing the social good footprint: impact and principles shaping purpose-driven business. 20:50 Real-world examples of social good in action, including Homeboy Industries, Patagonia, and Goodr. 25:58 Reflection on questions on legacy and the principles guiding your purpose-driven business. KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Legacy isn't built at the finish line; it's shaped by every decision inside your purpose-driven business from day one. 💎 True social impact requires targeting injustice at its roots, not just improving conditions for those already stable. 💎 A social good footprint works like a carbon footprint for your values, tracking the principles that shape your supply chain and staffing. RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - Website DO GOOD X - LinkedIn Measuring Impact with Amelia Conrad: Seeing Beyond the Numbers Mastermind Retreat | DO GOOD X Connect with Hosts: Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn Stephen Lewis LinkedIn SEO KEYWORDS: DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Good, Social Impact, Flourishing Community, Faith Driven Entrepreneurship, Social Good Footprint, Legacy Building, Restorative Business, Environmental Responsibility, Thriving Communities, Positive Impact

    Social Entrepreneurship: Defining Legacy, Impact, And Social Good

  6. Jun 30

    You Are Your Greatest Asset: A Guide for Founders

    Entrepreneur burnout is real, and for purpose-driven founders, losing yourself in the grind can quietly disconnect you from your why. On this week's DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis open the season with a powerful reminder: you are your greatest asset. Through honest reflection and a deeply grounding guided meditation for business owners, they invite social entrepreneurs to slow down, reconnect with their gifts, and reclaim their sense of calling. This episode is your reset. What You Will Learn in this Episode: ✅ Why entrepreneur burnout happens even to the most purpose-driven founders, and how losing yourself in the daily grind quietly erodes your decision-making, creativity, and connection to your mission. ✅ How a guided mindfulness practice can serve as more than a luxury; it is a genuine lifeline that helps social entrepreneurs recenter, recover their sense of call, and lead from a grounded, intentional place. ✅ How to identify the personal practices, supportive people, and inner gifts that keep you tethered to your entrepreneurial mindset so you are equipped before the next challenge arrives, not just after burnout hits. Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Stephen opens on how founders lose themselves and why entrepreneur burnout threatens purpose and sustainability 04:14 Stephen shares personal experiences on when a founder's well-being suffers 07:18 Kimberly leads a guided meditation for purpose-driven business owners to reconnect with gifts, mindset, and identity 22:42 Kimberly concludes a mindful meditation of grounding practices for intentionally taking care of yourself 27:40 Closing inspiration and details on the DO GOOD X Mastermind Retreat for mission-driven entrepreneurs in Atlanta this fall KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Entrepreneur burnout does not just drain your energy; it quietly separates you from the very vision and calling that started your business. Protecting your inner life is one of the most strategic business decisions you can make. 💎 Your gifts, your perspective, and your sense of purpose-driven call are not soft extras; they are the irreplaceable core of what you bring to your business. No investor, team member, or idea replaces what only you carry. 💎 Building a personal toolkit of grounding practices, trusted people, and moments of stillness before challenges arise is what separates founders who sustain their work from those who burn out in silence. RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - Website DO GOOD X Start Up Accelerator DO GOOD X - LinkedIn Connect with Hosts: Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn Stephen Lewis LinkedIn SEO KEYWORDS: DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Entrepreneur Burnout, Mindfulness For Entrepreneurs, Entrepreneurial Journey, Self-Care For Founders, Business Sustainability, Mission-Driven Entrepreneur, Faith-Based Leadership, Recenter, Find Your Why, Business Assets

    You Are Your Greatest Asset: A Guide for Founders

  7. Jun 16

    You Are Your Greatest Asset: 4 Entrepreneurial Foundations

    An entrepreneurial mindset is the foundation every purpose-driven business needs to thrive. In this Season 3 premiere of DO GOOD X, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis introduce a powerful framework built for the social entrepreneur: mindset, gifts, resiliency, and community. This episode challenges you to see yourself as your greatest business asset. Drawing from Kathryn Finney's insights as well as their own advice on self-care for entrepreneurs, Kimberly and Stephen guide listeners through four key business foundations and offer reflective questions to help you take inventory of what you bring and what you need for lasting success on your entrepreneurial journey. What You Will Learn in this Episode: ✅ How shifting your entrepreneurial mindset transforms the way you make decisions, speak to yourself under pressure, and show up for your purpose-driven business every single day. ✅ How identifying your unique personal gifts and building intentional resiliency practices creates a sustainable inner foundation that carries you through the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial journey. ✅ Why community building is not just emotional support but a strategic business asset that gives you access, honest feedback, and the people who will help propel your vision forward. Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro to Season 3 of DO GOOD X: What it will look like and who can benefit 05:51 The current landscape facing entrepreneurs and the Kathryn Finney quote on self-care and preparation 08:24 Stephen introduces Foundation 1: Mindset, and Foundation 2: Gifts, with Kimberly adding reflections 12:16 Foundation 3: Resiliency and faith practices, including Kimberly's personal daily, weekly, and seasonal examples 15:46 Foundation 4: Community as strategy, asset, and access 18:29 Practical steps to gain clarity - four questions to answer KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎Your entrepreneurial mindset is not fixed. The beliefs you hold about yourself and your capacity to create directly shape the trajectory of your purpose-driven business, and they can be intentionally developed. 💎Resiliency practices built consistently over time, whether daily meditation, weekly connection, or seasonal reflection, act as an anchor that keeps you grounded through every turbulent season of business growth. 💎Community building is a non-negotiable business strategy. The right people in your corner provide access, accountability, and the kind of honest perspective that no amount of solo effort can replace for a social entrepreneur. RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - Website DO GOOD X Start Up Accelerator DO GOOD X - LinkedIn Ep. 83 Minimum Viable Solution: Start Small, Play Big With Creative Innovation Ep. 6 Faith and Fortitude: The Journey of Jay Johnson Kathryn Finney’s Website Connect with Hosts: Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn Stephen Lewis LinkedIn SEO KEYWORDS: DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Social Entrepreneur, Purpose-Driven Business, Faith-Based Entrepreneur, Self-Care For Entrepreneurs, Community Building, Resiliency Practices, Business Foundation, Impactful Entrepreneurship, Under-resourced Entrepreneurs, Mindset, Gifts, Community

    You Are Your Greatest Asset: 4 Entrepreneurial Foundations

  8. Apr 28

    Devin Baptiste on Funding Secrets for Underrepresented Founders

    Entrepreneurship funding is the focus as DO GOOD X closes season two with a powerful rewind conversation featuring serial entrepreneur Devin Baptiste. Devin co-founded GroupRaise, a company now operating in hundreds of cities, and has become a trusted voice for helping underrepresented founders navigate capital raising. In this episode, he breaks down what investors truly respond to, why your need for money is never a reason to fund your business, and how founder mindset shapes every pitch. Devin also shares his approach to mentoring Black entrepreneurs, offering frameworks that translate across backgrounds while honoring the unique barriers founders of color face in accessing venture capital. What You Will Learn in this Episode: ✅ Why entrepreneurship funding is never about need and how reframing your pitch around investor fear and opportunity is the key to unlocking venture capital from even the most skeptical investors. ✅ How underrepresented founders can identify the unique translation layer missing from traditional startup advice and use it to navigate rejection, access capital, and build lasting investor relationships. ✅ What a strong mentorship relationship actually looks like, including how to bring your hardest problems to a mentor and create a fast, insight-driven feedback loop that accelerates your business growth. Join the DO GOOD X Community to access resources, connect with purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and grow your impactful business with intention. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to the DO GOOD X podcast and the season two finale with serial entrepreneur Devin Baptiste 06:05 Devin shares the first principles of entrepreneurship funding and why investors respond to the fear of missing out, not the founder's need 12:33 Discussion of the qualities Devin looks for in mentees and how impact entrepreneurship drives his mentorship choices 16:16 Devin explains his mentorship philosophy, helping founders find their own path 18:09 What should a mentor-mentee relationship look like KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Investor relations are built on two core emotions: fear of missing out and the desire for outsized returns. Every slide in your pitch deck should speak to one of those emotions. If it does not, it does not belong in your presentation. 💎 The traditional startup advice ecosystem was not built with Black entrepreneurs in mind. Devin Baptiste argues there must be an additional layer of support that accounts for the psychological weight of rejection specifically faced by founders of color seeking access to capital. 💎 Great founder support is not prescriptive. The most effective mentors give founders frameworks for thinking, not instructions for acting, so that each founder can show up with their own strengths and solve problems on their own terms. ABOUT THE GUEST: Devin is a serial entrepreneur and investor who is the co-founder/CEO of GroupRaise, a marketplace for large group charitable bookings at restaurants, active in over 500 cities with 10,000+ restaurant clients. He has raised venture capital and investment from investors such as Techstars Ventures, Magma Partners, Kapor Capital and various top-tier angels. As an advisor, Devin has translated the lessons he’s learned to help founders raise just over $50 million for their companies, the vast majority of whom are underrepresented & emerging-market founders getting their 1st & 2nd checks. Devin speaks from his experience of attempting to raise money three times unsuccessfully, and from the lessons he learned from raising money six times successfully. He is passionate about supporting the startup ecosystem and helping underrepresented and emerging-market founders overcome unfair advantages in bringing their impact and visions to life. He lives in San Juan with his wife and four children. RESOURCES MENTIONED: DO GOOD X - Website DO GOOD X Start Up Accelerator DO GOOD X - LinkedIn Connect with Hosts: Kimberly Daniel LinkedIn Stephen Lewis LinkedIn DO GOOD X, Kimberly Daniel, Stephen Lewis, Entrepreneurs, Purpose-Driven Business, Scaling a Business, Business Growth, Business Acquisition, Personal Brand, Mental Health, Female Entrepreneurship, Business Systems, Word Of Mouth Marketing, Business Exit Strategy, Nurse Practitioner, Online Course Business

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Welcome to the DO GOOD X Podcast – where purpose meets business, and the journey is just as important as the destination. Hosted by advocates for impactful entrepreneurship, Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis, this podcast creates a space for Black and Brown folk, especially Black women, navigating the intricate path of purposeful business. In this sanctuary, the hosts understand the challenges of entrepreneurship, and their mission is to help listeners transform doubt into confidence, fostering the growth of their dreams without sacrificing well-being. Embark on a transformative journey, discovering inspiration to fuel your passion for business. Shared experiences and stories act as beacons, nurturing you for the entrepreneurial road ahead. Navigate the challenges of being an under-resourced entrepreneur with practical strategies and resources in the Tools & Tips segment. Overcome obstacles and thrive in the purpose-driven business world. In the Mentorship segment, hear from seasoned guides who have successfully built businesses with a focus on social impact. Gain insights not only from the guests but also from hosts who intimately understand the unique journey of overlooked entrepreneurs. This podcast is more than a productivity machine; it's about slowing down to go further. Each episode invites listeners to exhale, reconnect with inner wisdom, and rediscover the power of community. Embrace the impact your business can make without compromising well-being. Leave feeling lighter, shedding stress, embracing self-compassion, and finding joy in the entrepreneurial journey. Gain actionable insights, learn from diverse perspectives, and expand your knowledge with tools for success, guided by hosts Kimberly and Stephen. Feel empowered, recognizing yourself as your greatest asset. Build confidence to develop and grow a viable, impactful business aligned with the needs of the community. About the Hosts Kimberly R. Daniel catalyzes entrepreneurs and organizations to do good. She is co-founder and project director of DO GOOD X, a community that provides programs and support for faith-driven social entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on positive Change. Kimberly also helps purpose-driven organizations clarify and design compelling brand and communication strategies. With over 15 years of experience developing and leading communications efforts, it is her commitment to produce effective processes and create authentic, “sticky” brands that are community-centered. In any aspect of her work, she is deeply passionate about purpose, meaning, and the common good. Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-r-daniel/ ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-r-daniel/) Stephen Lewis is the president of the Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE) and creator and co-founder of DO GOOD X, a community that provides programs and support for faith-driven social entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on positive change. He is an organizational change strategist and a leadership development specialist, focused on inspiring the next generation of faith-inspired leaders and entrepreneurs to live and work on purpose. Stephen is the co-author of Another Way: Living and Leading Change on Purpose (2020) and A Way Out of No Way: An Approach to Christian Innovation (2021). Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lewis-8b1b941/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lewis-8b1b941/)

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  • Creator
    Kimberly Daniel & Stephen Lewis
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    112
  • Rating
    Clean
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