#006: Staying on Purpose and Finding Confidence as a Culture Creator with Joi Brown

Season 1

Nov 11

Summary

Tiffany Hardin chats with Joi Brown, founder and CEO of Culture Creators, about her inspiring journey from organizing parties at Howard University to leading marketing at Atlantic Records and transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship. Joi shares valuable insights on the power of investing in people, building long-lasting relationships, and the sacrifices required to pursue your dreams.

Together, they also tackle the challenges of moving from corporate life to entrepreneurship, the necessity of intentionality, making mistakes, and the ongoing work to promote a diverse pipeline into entertainment. Tune in for an empowering conversation packed with wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs and creatives.

Highlights

Taking risks and putting yourself in new environments can lead to opportunities in your career.
Investing in people and helping them achieve their dreams can be incredibly rewarding.
Building long-term relationships and focusing on the success of others can set you apart in a transactional world.
Having a passion for making ideas come to life can drive your career and bring fulfillment. Love involves sacrificing for others and not competing with them.
Avoid comparing yourself to others and trust in God's plan for your life.
Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship requires self-belief and the ability to overcome doubts.
Being a conscious hustler means being intentional, focused, and selective in your pursuits.
Trust your instincts and prioritize your values and well-being.

Quotes

"I give from a place of love, from a place of wanting everyone to win."
"If I have to sacrifice something I have for you to win, that's what love does."
"I'm confident that what God has for me, God has for me, and no one can take away and no one can stop."
"Personal challenge: believing in myself after leaving corporate."

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