EPISODE · May 31, 2022 · 45 MIN
"I wanted to be World Class." says, Charles Johnson
from Black Businesses Matter (BBM) Podcast · host Larvetta Loftin
We would love to hear from you! Text "BBMFAM" to (312) 300-1300.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Black Businesses Matter, I sit down with my friend and mentor, also dealmaker and visionary, Charles Johnson. Charles shares his journey and how he was considered the “dealmaker”. He discusses the advantages to learning at a black school, and working in a minority company. We learn more about Charles’ childhood and what his grandmother tells him about the importance of legacy and equity. Charles’ discusses being great and taking that talent into the market. He notes on the lack of resources within the black business to allow them to thrive. He explains how real estate plays into wealth, and how to make profit in what you do and being world class at it. He shares wisdom in the difference between business and hobbies, and why loving what you do that can turn into businesses. Lastly I ask Charles why black businesses matter, and of course what brings him joy.IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT…Charles journey to becoming the “dealmaker”Advantages to working at a minority owned companyWhere Charles learned about equity & legacyDifference between business and hobbyWhy do black businesses matter? What brings Charles Johnson joy? Stream & Download Black Businesses Matter Podcast NOW for FREE on Apple Podcast, Google, Stitcher, Pandora, and Spotify! To connect further with me:Visit my website: Thel3agency.comConnect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thel3agencyFollow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackbusinessesmatterpodcast/Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/thel3agency/To connect with Charles Johnson/business:Connect by email: [email protected] sure to follow our podcast on our NEW page on Instagram. I can't wait to see you join us and take the pledge of #blackbusinessesmatter Support the showTo connect further with me:Visit my website: Thel3agency.comConnect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thel3agencyFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larvettaspeaks/Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/thel3agencyBe sure to follow our podcast on Instagram. I can't wait to see you join us and take the pledge of #blackbusinessesmatter
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