Episodes

What’s up visionary! I am throwing in this bonus episode this Friday to make sure you stay updated on everything that is happening with BYV. Subscribe to the BYV email lists (no spam, you are only emailed when something valuable happens) Update: I will not be releasing new episodes every Friday for a little while because I am in the process of making some changes. Whenever things are disrupted, you know that something is changing. I love change and growth, it is one of my core values, so theref...

I brought on the show Toson Antwan Knight. Toson is the president and founder of a non-profit organization called Caught Up, a mentoring program that aids the growth and development of young men in the Detroit area. We discuss his story about starting an organization and how you and I can operate in our purpose. Subscribe & Review in iTunesAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I am releasing twice as much ...

Last week we talked about how to discover what your vision is. This week we are going to talk about how to build that vision. The very substance of what this whole show is about. I am going to show you the best system for building your vision. Key Guide Sheet Got any questions? Ask Me! Click here Episode #38 - The one tip you need to achieve your goals Subscribe & Review in iTunesAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss...

Today you are going to hear the vision story of someone I think you can definitely learn a lot from. I wanted to provide you a real life example of what building your vision can look like. It’s not pretty and it’s not glamorous, but it’s real and it’s doable. Isn’t that what you want? Some stuff that’s actually doable and you can apply tomorrow? That is why I brought Claude Jennings on the show. I actually work with Claude at a WGTS, a radio in the Washington DC area. Claude is unique because ...

Today we are deep diving into the most popular question I receive as a mentor and coach, and that is. How do I know what my vision actually is? There is so much information bouncing around about finding your passion, operating in your calling, and fulfilling your purpose. What if you don’t even know what that is? How do you figure it out? I provide the answer in this episode. Values pdf (Key Guide Sheet) Contact Me! Website Call me LinkedIn Instagram Subscribe & Review in iTunesAre you subsc...

I brought on the show Chivon John who is a wellness coach and the Global Wellness Specialist for the international e-commerce giant, Shopify. What is wellness and why does it pertain to you? Wellness is the state of being in good health. More specifically, well-being is the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous. This pertains to you because, who wouldn’t want to be happy, healthy, and prosperous!? I know I want to be. The truth is, you are better able to build your vision when you are in...

Have you ever been really inspired to do something? You say to yourself “I am doing this! It is getting done and that is FINAL!” Yeah, we've all said that before. You may have even made a plan for how to do it. This can be the case for a big goal or a small everyday lists of tasks. But yet, so many times you find yourself feeling unproductive and wondering why you obviously like to waste time. We've all been there before too. Well, you can stop feeling that way from this point on because I am g...

Opportunity and clarity may be two of the most important words you know as a visionary. Everyone who is building their vision is looking for that opportunity to be in the right place at the right time, doing the right thing, to make their dream turn ...

If you aren’t learning you aren’t building. Your vision will remain a distant dream if you do not continuously feed your mind with new information to get you to your destination. Learning is great but learning if done ineffectively can be laborious, boring, and tedious. What if I told you I can increase your learning by 200% every day! Yep, that’s right I can show you how to learn faster and smarter with one tip. Listen to this episode to get the details. Subscribe & Review in iTunesAre you s...

As a visionary, your life is a constant journey of ups and downs. Well really everyone’s life is a constant journey of ups and downs, but it is especially hard for visionaries because you are always visualizing where you want to be and that place can seem so far away. Today on the show, Colby Cornell who has been on a powerful journey of his own, going from attempted suicide to the CEO of successful non-profit. He shares with us some of his story and the mental processes he goes through to stay...

On Tuesday we talked about how to overcome the fear of failure with Pierre Quinn, but today I want to dive a little deeper. In this episode, I provide you a short, simple, step-by-step process I have personally used to overcome the fear of failure. Fill out this episode's Key Guide Sheet to make sure you say on track! Subscribe & Review in iTunesAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I am releasing twice a...

I brought on the show Pierre Quinn, leadership coach, speaker, and author of Leading While Scared: How to find the courage to keep going. He breaks down piece by piece how to overcome your fear of failure in a practical and relatable way. I remember one time I was at church with my girlfriend and one of the members at the church who knew my girlfriend but not me asked me what I did for a living. I immediately got a little tense, froze for a bit and began to trip up on simple words. It wasn’t be...

What's Up Visionary! This show is designed for you! I know that you have a vision of what you want your life to look like, a vision of what the future is to hold, a vision that you want to build. But sometimes, actually all the time, things get in the way of that vision becoming a reality. Fear, finances, lack of discipline, confusion, and many other barriers all get in the way of you building your vision. The bottom line is you need a plan. Every every visionary needs a plan! This show provi...

Have you ever burnt out? Have you ever loss the passion you once had for your vision? Don't worry it happens to the best of us. You may just need to let your vision breathe. Learn the art of taking your foot off the gas in today's episode, it may be just what you need. I also make a big announcement in this episode. I am drawing Season 2 to close and I am looking forward to even bigger things in Season 3 in the future. Follow the show on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/buildyourvisionpod/ ...

One of the most challenging parts of building your vision is remaining consistent in your commitments. There is a lot of stuff out on the internet and in books about consistency, habits, and discipline. But there are some truths that, for some reason, have never been told. In this episode, I share with you those truths that will completely change how you go about being consistent. This is a must-listen. 6 Accountability Apps That Will Skyrocket Your Success Follow us on Instagram:https://www.in...

Hey guys, this episode is a repost of a great episode from over a year ago. Have you ever had a plan in place to achieve your goals, but were never able to follow through and execute the plan in its totality. I'm sure you have; I know I have. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Jason Max Ferdinand. Dr. Ferdinand, the chair of the music department at Oakwood University, is a decorated conductor, composer, and arranger. He was named the Director of the World in 2017 for his award-winning choir. Alth...

In today's episode, I share with you three important tips about reading that everyone should consider. Reading is great, but effective reading is even better. Learn how to maximize the impact and enjoyment of your favorite books. Rate and Subscribe! Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/buildyourvisionpod/ Follow Cleavon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clee.davis/ Connect with Cleavon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clee-davis/ Click the link below to join my FREE ...

In today's episode, we speak with Lois Peters. Lois is a successful entrepreneur in the healthcare sector. She is an activist, a philanthropist, and one of the sweetest people I have ever met. Her vision story absolutely blew me away and there is a lot to learn from her years of wisdom in business and life. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/buildyourvisionpod/ Follow Cleavon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clee.davis/ Connect with Cleavon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...

Yes it is Friday and this is a new episode! For those who have been listening to the show for a while, you guys remember when I was releasing Five-Minute Fridays every week. Well, I am bringing back the Friday episodes. I wanted to use this week’s Friday episode to really break down what Build Your Vision is. Some of you may be new to the show and don’t have a full understanding, or maybe you just thought I interview people. But I have not done the best job of expressing my purpose and mission ...

In today's episode, we speak with Coach Koran Godwin. Coach Godwin was an All-time Scoring Leader at the University of North Florida and was inducted into UNF's basketball hall of fame. He is the founder and head coach of JumpStart Hoops, the inventor of the ball hog training gloves, and author of Everyone Hates A Ball-hog But Loves A Scorer. He has trained young people to millions of dollars in basketball scholarships, and all of this was possible because his tryout with the Orlando Magic NBA t...

On today’s episode, I have with me special guest, Chloe Cleaves. We will be covering the topic of branding with purpose and uncovering her vision story. As a visionary, an entrepreneur, or a creative, having a personal brand is important for establishing yourself in a coherent, professional, and trustworthy manner. It is how you speak without saying anything. Chloe is the founder and CEO of the Chloe Branding Company, but she mainly identifies herself as a visual branding director and branding ...

On today’s episode, we are going to be talking about literally the title of the podcast, building your vision from the ground up. With me today, I have special guest Kelsey Davis. Kelsey is the founder and CEO of Cllctve, an agency that is connecting...

On today’s episode, we are going to be talking about passion and purpose and what those two words mean in our journey toward building our vision. With me today, I have special guest Kevvin Thaw. Kevvin is a professional cosmetologist and YouTuber who has amassed over 31,000 subscribers on his barber education channel. He has truly turned his passion for cutting hair into a purpose-driven project. Kevvin takes us on his journey of finding his passion in barbering, reluctantly going to college, f...

In today's episode, we speak with Evan Morsell. Evan is the founder and owner of The Rare Perspective LLC, a photography and videography company based in Maryland. Evan takes us on his journey of moving from his corporate job in Cybersecurity, where he was making six-figures, to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and increasing his monthly income. We address the common questions of when, why, and how did he do this? And of course, we cover all of the challenges, pit stops, and lessons he learned ...