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Begin, Build, Blossom: Your Business Journey with Clarita
Welcome to 'Begin, Build, Blossom: Your Business Journey with Clarita' – the podcast that shares wisdom and support from entrepreneurs. Join me as we explore valuable insights, resources, and motivation to inspire your own venture. Let's build a supportive community together.
What sets this podcast apart? This podcast is not just about stories but about providing support and a sense of community while we all figure out Beginning, Building or Blossoming in the business world.
The episodes are designed to guide us through the different stages of the entrepreneurial journey – Beginning, Building and Blossoming. In each episode, we'll focus on one or all of these crucial phases, ensuring that we all get practical tips and insights that we can apply to our own business.
First up, the "Begin" segment. We'll explore the initial steps of beginning a business. From idea generation to crafting a business plan, we'll cover it all. As the host - I'll be asking questions that resonate with anyone contemplating the entrepreneurial leap, giving all of us the tools to turn our vision into a reality.
Next, we move on to the "Build" section. Scaling a business is a delicate art, and we'll uncover strategies to take our enterprises to new heights. Whether anyone is looking to expand their team, explore new markets, or enhance their product line, our guests will share their experiences and advice to help us scale effectively.
And finally, we'll tackle the "Blossom" phase. Success means different things to different people, and we'll explore various definitions of success in the business world. From achieving financial milestones to making a positive impact on our community, our conversations will inspire you to define and achieve each individual's version of success.
Remember, our journey starts here, but it doesn't end here. Let's do this together!
Begin, Build, Blossom: Your Business Journey with Clarita
Building Community, One Conversation at a Time with Verdel Jones
Today, we’re honored to sit down with Verdel Jones; an educator, author, media host, and community connector with over 30 years of experience in public education. From teacher to school counselor to district-level administrator, Verdel has devoted her career to empowering others through knowledge and access.
She’s the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Share Inform Enlighten, the producer and host of Conversations with Verdel Jones, an author, and an award-winning advocate for equity and community-building.
Her passion for sharing resources and uplifting others is truly inspiring. In this episode, we explore the impact of her work, her journey through education and media, and the powerful lessons she’s learned along the way.
We Talk About:
- How her childhood shaped her journey
- Her love for being an educator
- Working together as a family
- Forming her LLCs and nonprofit
Documentaries Mentioned:
- Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story
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- Soul Food Junkies by Byron Hurt
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Resources:
NOLO Legal Resources – legal guidance for small businesses
Featured Guests on Interviewed by Verdel Jones:
Upcoming Events:
View the latest events from Share Inform Enlighten:
shareinformenlighten.org/events
Podcasts/Media:
- Conversations with Verdel Jones
Watch on YouTube - Let’s Kick It With The Joneses
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Connect with Verdel:
- Website: shareinformenlighten.org
- Instagram: @verdel_jones
- LinkedIn: Verdel Jones
- Facebook: Conversations With Verdel Jones