Ep 17 - No One Is Going to Save You
In this raw and unedited episode, my Co-Producer, Mike Loyd, joins the show to rant with me for a bit. One thing we've both learned in our entrepreneurial journeys is that "no one is going to save you." Mike and I share how we came to this conclusion, and how we're using it to fuel our success. As always thanks for sharing your time with us and I hope you enjoy the show.
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business. In this raw and unedited episode, my Co-Producer, Mike Loyd, joins the show to rant with me for a bit. One thing we've both learned in our entrepreneurial journeys is that "no one is going to save you." Mike and I share how we came to this conclusion, and how we're using it to fuel our success. As always thanks for sharing your time with us and I hope you enjoy the show.
Confessions of a Native Son - Ep.12 "Taking the Big Leap"
In this episode, I discuss Author Gay Hendrick's book, "The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level." I came across the book last year, thanks to my business Coach Bill Watkins, from the Lion's Pride, and it's has been instrumental in my personal & professional growth. I'm currently going through the book for the fourth time, as I continue to take my own Big Leaps with IRONBOUND Boxing and Dope Coffee. The book made me self-aware of my upper-limit problem, the self-doubt, self-sabotage, and insecurity that emerges every time I dare to step into my greatness. I open up about my personal limiting beliefs, the Stories I tell myself, and the other mental demons I battle on a daily basis. My hope is that opening up about my struggles, you're able to find some self-awareness in your own life. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business.
In this episode, I discuss Author Gay Hendrick's book, "The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level." I came across the book last year, thanks to my business Coach Bill Watkins, from the Lion's Pride, and it's has been instrumental in my personal & professional growth. I'm currently going through the book for the fourth time, as I continue to take my own Big Leaps with IRONBOUND Boxing and Dope Coffee. The book made me self-aware of my upper-limit problem, the self-doubt, self-sabotage, and insecurity that emerges every time I dare to step into my greatness. I open up about my personal limiting beliefs, the Stories I tell myself, and the other mental demons I battle on a daily basis. My hope is that opening up about my struggles, you're able to find some self-awareness in your own life. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SHOW NOTES
Introduction: What's up everybody, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son. Thank you for joining us again.
Podcasting on a Sunday evening from my apartment in Newark, NJ.
Echoing Green Update
Confession: "I think there's something fundamentally flawed with me." The biggest and most widely-shared fear is that many of us feel there is something fundamentally wrong with us and that we’re undeserving of great success and happiness. This fear causes us to hold ourselves back from fulfilling our ultimate potential because we feel we inherently don’t deserve it.
Sponsors:
Dope Coffee: A lifestyle brand that pairs urban Black Culture with innovative product offerings in the coffee industry. We are not a coffee brand for Black people. We are a coffee brand that seeks to elevate Black culture through a lifestyle of premium coffee and candid conversation.
IRONBOUND Boxing: a fitness brand committed to sharing our love, passion, and appreciation for boxing within companies, organizations, and low-income communities. As a social enterprise, we proudly dedicate a significant percentage of our proceeds, to fund free boxing programs for inner-city youth and young adults.
Theme: Taking the Big Leap
Topic 1: The Book
Overview
The Upper Limit Problem
Each of us has an inner thermostat setting that determines how much love, success, and
creativity we allow ourselves to enjoy. When we exceed our inner thermostat setting, we will
often do something to sabotage ourselves, causing us to drop back into the old, familiar zone
where we feel secureUnfortunately, our thermostat setting usually gets programmed in early childhood, before we can think for ourselves. Once programmed, our Upper Limit thermostat setting holds us back from enjoying all the love, financial abundance, and creativity that’s rightfully ours. It keeps us in our Zone of Competence or at best our Zone of Excellence. It prevents us from living in the ultimate destination of the journey—our Zone of Genius.
The Zones
Incompetence
Competence
Excellence
Genius
Topic 2: The Stories I Tell Myself-I’m not smart enough, good enough, or qualified enough to build a multimillion-dollar business.
-I’m not smart enough to go to or graduate from an elite business school.
-I can’t build a successful business from the ground up and maintain a meaningful relationship.
-I can’t relate with my family.
Confessions of a Native Son - Ep.11 "Owning Your Own Content"
The following is another legacy Episode, recorded prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, where I interviewed Lance John & Mekeisa brown from the Gifted Sounds Network, an American podcasting creation, production, and distribution network based in Brooklyn, New York. Lance and his team are curating diverse talent from all across the country, with the intent of building a larger than life podcasting platform for people of color. I first met Lance and his team after appearing on the "Super Upper Punch" podcast with Rich Rodriguez. I had an itch for starting this podcast and I viewed my chance encounter with Lance as the universe giving me a sign. Over the course of a few months, we discussed the idea of launching "Confessions of a Native Son," until finally one day, I decided to pull the trigger and host the show on the Gifted Sounds Network. Today's show marks episode 11, of what once just an idea. In this episode, we discuss how Lance and Mekeisa founded Gifted Sounds, the importance of protecting one's intellectual property, and the black podcaster landscape. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SUMMARY
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business.
The following is another legacy Episode, recorded prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, where I interviewed Lance John & Mekeisa brown from the Gifted Sounds Network, an American podcasting creation, production, and distribution network based in Brooklyn, New York. Lance and his team are curating diverse talent from all across the country, with the intent of building a larger than life podcasting platform for people of color. I first met Lance and his team after appearing on the "Super Upper Punch" podcast with Rich Rodriguez. I had an itch for starting this podcast and I viewed my chance encounter with Lance as the universe giving me a sign. Over the course of a few months, we discussed the idea of launching "Confessions of a Native Son," until finally one day, I decided to pull the trigger and host the show on the Gifted Sounds Network. Today's show marks episode 11, of what once just an idea. In this episode, we discuss how Lance and Mekeisa founded Gifted Sounds, the importance of protecting one's intellectual property, and the black podcaster landscape. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SHOW NOTES
Introduction: What's up everybody, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son.
We have some very-special guests today Mekesia Brown & Lanch John from the Gifted Sounds Network, an American podcasting creation, production, and distribution network based in Brooklyn,NYC. Lance and his team are curating diverse talent from all across the country, with the intent of building a larger than life podcasting platform. I first met Lance and his team after appearing on the "Super Upper Punch" podcast with Rich Rodriguez. I had an itch for starting my own podcast, I viewed my chance meeting with Lance as fate. Over the course of a few months, we discussed the idea of launching "Confessions of a Native Son," until finally one day, I decided to pull the trigger. This marks episode of 11, of what once just an idea. In this episode, we discuss how Lance and Mekeisa founded Gift Sounds, the importance of protecting intellectual property for people of color, and the black podcaster landscape. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
Sponsors:
Dope Coffee: A lifestyle brand that pairs urban Black Culture with innovative product offerings in the coffee industry. We are not a coffee brand for Black people. We are a coffee brand that seeks to elevate Black culture through a lifestyle of premium coffee and candid conversation.
IRONBOUND Boxing: a fitness brand committed to sharing our love, passion, and appreciation for boxing within companies, organizations, and low-income communities. As a social enterprise, we proudly dedicate a significant percentage of our proceeds, to fund free boxing programs for inner-city youth and young adults.
Theme: Own Your Content
Topic 1: How You Started
Origins
Passion
Big Hairy Audacious Goal
Topic 2: Podcasting & Intellectual Property
Why is this important
What makes Gifted Sounds Different
The Black Podcaster LandScape
Topic 3: How Does Someone Get Started
Best Practices
Common Mistakes You See
What Books or Podcast Do You Recommend for learning
Conclusion: Closing remarks.
CTA: Be sure to subscribe and support the podcast by giving us 5 stars and leaving a review on iTunes. Also, forward this show to anyone in your network who you feel identifies with the subject matter.
Order some dope coffee at www.realdopecoffee.com, we've got to start supporting our own businesses. Also, be sure to donate at www.Ironboundboxing.org, every donation allows us to support free amateur boxing programs for youth and young adults in low-income communities. Go to our website and donate, every donation counts.
Message me on Linkedin or shoot me an email at Mike@weareironbound.com, Special shoutout to my Co-Producer Mike Loyd and the team from the Gifted Sounds Network. Rooting for everybody black.
Until next time, peace, love, and have a great rest of your week.
WHAT IS CONFESSIONS OF A NATIVE SON?
Confessions of a Native Son: Perspectives on Race, Culture, and Business is Podcast that focuses on thought-provoking & engaging dialogue about race, cultural, and business, from the perspective of African-American Naval Academy graduate, entrepreneur, and Marine Officer, Mike Steadman.
Confessions of a Native Son - Ep.10 "Boxing is Wellness"
In this episode, I discuss why" boxing is wellness" and how my brand, IRONBOUND Boxing, is using our training methods to improve the health & wellness of people of color. Due to the abundance of chronic health issues such as diabetes, obesity, and other ailments, within communities of color, we are disproportionality affected by COVID-19. With the challenges of social distancing, PTSD from months of quarantine, and economic hardships, As a nation, we need to come up with creative solutions to help mitigate death from COVID-19 and future respiratory viruses. My hope is that by discussing IRONBOUND Boxing's approach to addressing these issues, we can manifest them into existent. As always, thank you for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SUMMARY
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman, a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue on race, culture, and business.
In this episode, I discuss why" boxing is wellness" and how my brand, IRONBOUND Boxing, is using our training methods to improve the health & wellness of people of color. Due to the abundance of chronic health issues such as diabetes, obesity, and other ailments, within communities of color, we are disproportionality affected by COVID-19. With the challenges of social distancing, PTSD from months of quarantine, and economic hardships, As a nation, we need to come up with creative solutions to help mitigate death from COVID-19 and future respiratory viruses. My hope is that by discussing IRONBOUND Boxing's approach to addressing these issues, we can manifest them into existent. As always, thank you for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SHOW NOTES
Introduction: What's up everybody, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son.
Feels good to be on this show
I took a week off
Confess about struggling with consistency
Sponsors:
Dope Coffee: A lifestyle brand that pairs urban Black Culture with innovative product offerings in the coffee industry. We are not a coffee brand for Black people. We are a coffee brand that seeks to elevate Black culture through a lifestyle of premium coffee and candid conversation.
IRONBOUND Boxing: a fitness brand committed to sharing our love, passion, and appreciation for boxing within companies, organizations, and low-income communities. As a social enterprise, we proudly dedicate a significant percentage of our proceeds, to fund free boxing programs for inner-city youth and young adults.
Theme: Boxing is Wellness
Topic 1: Health & wellness in poor communities
Challenges
Chronic Health Issues
Food Desert
Topic 2: COVID-19
Fighting back with Exercise and Nutrition
Getting low-income communities to access to proper equipment
Teaching Wellness Culture
Topic 3: Post Quarantine
PTSD
Social Distancing
Implications
Conclusion: Closing remarks. Boxing is wellness
CTA: Be sure to subscribe and support the podcast by giving us 5 stars and leaving a review on iTunes. Also, forward this show to anyone in your network who you feel identifies with the subject matter. I'm asking everyone to forward this show to at least one other person in their network.
Order some dope coffee at www.realdopecoffee.com. For a limited time, Dope Coffee Company will be raising capital for our 2020-2022 operations which you can invest in for as little as $250* Details of this funding round can be found on our campaign page at bit.ly/dopecoffeeinvestment
Also, be sure to donate at www.Ironboundboxing.org, every donation allows us to support free amateur boxing programs for youth and young adults in low-income communities. go to our website and donate, every donation counts.
Message me on Linkedin or shoot me an email at Mike@weareironbound.com, Special shoutout to my Co-Producer Mike Loyd and the team from the Gifted Sounds Network. Rooting for everybody black.
Until next time, peace, love, and have a great rest of your week.
WHAT IS CONFESSIONS OF A NATIVE SON?
Confessions of a Native Son: Perspectives on Race, Culture, and Business is Podcast that focuses on thought-provoking & engaging dialogue about race, cultural, and business, from the perspective of African-American Naval Academy graduate, entrepreneur, and Marine Officer, Mike Steadman.
Confessions of a Native Son - Ep.9 "Rethinking Traditional Education"
In this episode, I challenge the myth of higher education and its role in educating young men & women of color. I discuss the limits of our current educational system, the ROI on a college degree in today's economy, and where I see the future of educated headed. This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, whose aftermath will raise more questions on the legitimacy of our current educational system. With the economy in shambles, unemployment rising, and schools turning to online education, I doubt our understanding of traditional education will ever be the same. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SUMMARY
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business.
In this episode, I challenge the myth of higher education and its role in educating young men & women of color. I discuss the limits of our current educational system, the ROI on a college degree in today's economy, and where I see the future of educated headed. This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, whose aftermath will raise more questions on the legitimacy of our current educational system. With the economy in shambles, unemployment rising, and schools turning to online education, I doubt our understanding of traditional education will ever be the same. As always, thanks again for sharing your time with me and I hope you enjoy the show.
SHOW NOTES
Ep.9
Sponsors:
Dope Coffee: A lifestyle brand that pairs urban Black Culture with innovative product offerings in the coffee industry. We are not a coffee brand for Black people. We are a coffee brand that seeks to elevate Black culture through a lifestyle of premium coffee and candid conversation.
IRONBOUND Boxing: a fitness brand committed to sharing our love, passion, and appreciation for boxing within companies, organizations, and low-income communities. As a social enterprise, we proudly dedicate a significant percentage of our proceeds, to fund free boxing programs for inner-city youth and young adults.
Theme: Rethinking Traditional Education
Topic 1: Public Education
12 years of school
The odds are stacked against us
Unemployment
Topic 2: College
My Opinion has shifted
Shitty ROI
Life After College
Topic 3: Alternatives
Seeking Real knowledge
Apprenticeships and Internships
Something's got to give
Conclusion: Closing remarks. Rethinking Traditional Education
CTA: Be sure to subscribe and support the podcast by giving us 5 stars and leaving a review on iTunes. Also, forward this show to anyone in your network who you feel identifies with the subject matter.
Order some dope coffee at www.realdopecoffee.com, we've got to start supporting our own businesses. Also be sure to donate at www.Ironboundboxing.org, every donation allows us to support free amateur boxing programs for youth and young adults in low-income communities. go to our website and donate, every donation counts.
Message me on Linkedin or shoot me an email at Mike@weareironbound.com, Special shoutout to my Co-Producer Mike Loyd and the team from the Gifted Sounds Network. Rooting for everybody black.
Until next time, peace, love, and have a great rest of your week.
WHAT IS CONFESSIONS OF A NATIVE SON?
Confessions of a Native Son: Perspectives on Race, Culture, and Business is Podcast that focuses on thought-provoking & engaging dialogue about race, cultural, and business, from the perspective of African-American Naval Academy graduate, entrepreneur, and Marine Officer, Mike Steadman.
Confessions of a Native Son - Ep.8 "My Finest Hour"
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business.
SUMMARY
What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business.
On this episode, I share why I believe the COVID-19 Pandemic will my finest hour, given my ability to persevere and lead my organization, even in the midst of dire circumstances. I share how IRONBOUND Boxing has managed to bounce back and continue our fight, through a robust online digital presence. I discuss where we are, where we're headed, and how we plan to get there. As always, thank you for tuning in and I hope you enjoy the show.
SHOW NOTES
Episode 8
Sponsors:
Dope Coffee: A lifestyle brand that pairs urban Black Culture with innovative product offerings in the coffee industry. We are not a coffee brand for Black people. We are a coffee brand that seeks to elevate Black culture through a lifestyle of premium coffee and candid conversation.
IRONBOUND Boxing: a fitness brand committed to sharing our love, passion, and appreciation for boxing within companies, organizations, and low-income communities. As a social enterprise, we proudly dedicate a significant percentage of our proceeds, to fund free boxing programs for inner-city youth and young adults.
Theme: My Finest Hour
Topic 1: By Any Means Necessary
My thought process last week
Refocusing on the community
Free Online Workouts
Topic 2: Back in the Fight
Began onboarding corporate clients
Set up my living room into a workout studio
Adapt and Overcome
Topic 3: The Road Ahead
7 Days of Wellness
Building an online database of content
Increase our digital brand presence
Conclusion: Closing remarks. This is my finest hour.
CTA: Be sure to subscribe and support the podcast by giving us 5 stars and leaving a review on iTunes. Also, forward this show to anyone in your network whom you feel identifies with the subject matter.
Order some dope coffee at www.realdopecoffee.com, we've got to start supporting our own businesses. Also be sure to donate at www.Ironboundboxing.org, every donation allows us to support free amateur boxing programs for youth and young adults in low-income communities. go to our website and donate, every donation counts.
Message me on Linkedin or shoot me an email at Mike@weareironbound.com, a Special shoutout to my Co-Producer Mike Loyd and the team from the Gifted Sounds Network. Rooting for everybody black.
Until next time, peace, love, and have a great rest of your week.
Confessions of a Native Son - Trailer
Confessions of a Native Son is a Podcast that focuses on thought-provoking & engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business, from the perspective of African-American Naval Academy graduate, entrepreneur, and Marine Officer, Mike Steadman.
Confessions of a Native Son is a Podcast that focuses on thought-provoking & engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business, from the perspective of African-American Naval Academy graduate, entrepreneur, and Marine Officer, Mike Steadman.