Episodes
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From Foreclosure to Reinvention: How Eugene Gershman Built Back Smarter
In this episode of Change & Triumph, Tené Williams sits down with real estate developer Eugene Gershman to talk about family business, foreclosure, reinvention, and the future of real estate. Eugene shares how growing up around the stress of construction pushed him away from the industry, only…
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He Built 25 Locations by Riding the Right Wave
"Don’t get stuck at the back of a demographic wave — learn how to position yourself on the front of it." Bob Peel talks about growing the business to 25 locations, later selling to Home Depot, and using demographic waves to spot opportunity before everyone else gets there.
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AI Is Making Hackers More Dangerous Than Ever
Brian Tankersley joins Change and Triumph to break down how cybersecurity has changed in the age of AI, why small businesses are more exposed than they think, and how hackers use social engineering, fake emails, spoofed texts, ransomware, and public data to target companies. He also shares how he...
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From Law to Impact: How Stephanie Bagot Chose Purpose AND Prestige
Tené Williams chats with Stephanie J. Bagot about her journey from law to impact investing. Stephanie shares how her upbringing and travels shaped her perspective. They explore the intersection of justice and business, challenges for small businesses in impact investing, and the importance of...
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He Was $600,000 in Debt and 60 Days From Losing Everything
Tené Williams converses with Todd Palmer about his journey from a traumatic childhood to entrepreneurial success. He opens up about overcoming self-doubt and financial struggles, sharing lessons learned from early business pitfalls. They delve into strategies for financial planning and the…
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She Helped Ultra Wealthy Families Survive the Crash
Tené Williams sits down with Sherilyn Williams Casiano to explore her journey from childhood in Antigua and St. Croix to a successful career in wealth management. They discuss Sherilyn's early career aspirations, lessons from her parents, and the work ethic developed through summer jobs. Sherilyn...
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The Shepherd’s Son Who Built an 8 Figure Leadership Business
Tené Williams engages with Antonio Garrido to explore his career journey and the founding of My Daily Leadership. Antonio shares stories of his humble beginnings, family influence, and valuable lessons from his father. They discuss insights drawn from architecture and leadership, as well as…
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He Built 20 Companies Wrote 750 Books and Says 98% of People Are Missing This One Thing
Tené Williams talks with Dr. Mitchell Levy about his journey from New York and New Jersey to becoming a successful entrepreneur. They cover his early influences, mentorship, and experiences at Sun Microsystems before founding his e-commerce consulting company. Dr. Levy shares insights on…
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After Billions in Commercial Real Estate Collete English Dixon Says It’s Not Quick Money
Join Tené Williams as she chats with Collete English Dixon about her inspiring journey from aspiring lawyer to real estate leader. Collete shares her experiences during the financial crisis, Prudential's strategic shifts, and the resilience required to stay in the industry. They discuss real...
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He Turns Dead Trees Into Jet Fuel
Tené Williams and Keith Gillard discuss his journey from early environmentalism influenced by Dr. Suzuki to his ventures in clean energy investments like ESS. They explore venture capital strategies with a focus on people and reflect on lessons learned from misaligned partnerships. The…
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He Was Raised Under a Rock Then Became the Guy Everyone Wants to Know
Join Tené Williams as she chats with Caleb Paull about his journey from the food industry to impactful sports experiences and family challenges. Caleb reveals how music became his emotional outlet and how he integrated it into life. They discuss his transition to Orlando during COVID-19, focusing...
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Navigating Global Teams, AI, and Resilience with Brian Hunt
Join Tené Williams as she chats with Brian Hunt about his career managing global teams, starting a company in India, and navigating foreign markets. They explore balancing business growth and survival, empowering talent, and the nuances between outsourcing and out staffing. Brian debunks myths...
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After 50, Tim Gramling, PE Built a $150M Real Estate Portfolio With 1,000 Doors.
Tené Williams engages with Tim Gramling to discuss his career journey and the significance of management in his success. They explore his transition to multifamily investments and strategies for building a legacy through syndication and property holds. The conversation contrasts real assets with...
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He Made Money Flipping Houses Then Realized It Was Costing Him Everything
Tené Williams delves into Donny Coram's journey from IT professional to real estate expert, exploring his background and the transition to selling fixer-uppers. They discuss the personal costs and business growth challenges he faced, along with common misconceptions and pitfalls in real estate....
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What if AI Could Give You Your Life Back
Tené Williams engages with Hina Kao to explore her path from early influences to receiving the Global Woman Leadership Award. They discuss her transition from employment to entrepreneurship, emphasizing self-love, happiness, and fulfillment. The conversation shifts to the future of AI and its...
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He Got Fired Then His Personal Brand Saved His Life
Tené Williams dives into Jeremy Throne's transition from marketing director to entrepreneur, highlighting how podcasting became pivotal in his journey. Jeremy discusses the importance of networking, LinkedIn, and personal branding, along with the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. They...
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From ICU to Impact: Building a Legacy Beyond Medicine
Join Tené Williams as she converses with Dr. Jasmine Zapata, MD, MPH about her transformative experience in the ICU that led to launching a publishing company and her journey of balancing roles, transitioning focus from medicine to making an impact. They discuss work-life harmony, self-care, and...
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How Losing $300,000 Created a $30M Real Estate Portfolio
Join Tené Williams as she sits down with George Salas to explore his journey into real estate, starting with a failed investment and his first year in short-term rentals. George discusses the importance of choosing the right platform and shares his experiences in becoming a fund manager. He…
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Faith, Family, and Triumph: Hashim Muhammad's Journey Through Education and Science
Join Tené Williams as she chats with Hashim Muhammad about his career journey, the role of higher power, and the variables influencing success in education. Hashim shares personal stories, like meeting his wife and his dedication to public education. He reflects on his children earning associate...
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Resilience, Recovery, and Business Growth with Marc Adams
Join Tené Williams as she chats with Marc Adams about his career shift into sales and mergers and acquisitions. Marc shares his journey battling cancer, the family moments that inspired his recovery, and his venture into writing and self-publishing. Discover his strategies for raising capital,...
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How to Stop Emotional Eating Without Dieting or Self-Blame
Join Michaela Czernekova and Tene Williams as they debunk myths about emotional eating and stress-related food choices. Discover the connection between physical, emotional, and mindset layers through Michaela's travel-inspired journey. Learn the significance of emotional work with nutritional...
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No Pension. No Exit. At 67, He Had to Pivot.
Brad Warren shares his journey of reinventing himself later in life, emphasizing the importance of support systems during career shifts. He discusses his move into land banking after realizing his retirement fund was insufficient, sharing successful investment stories and how COVID-19 affected…
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Pivot Hard. Profit Global. with Alon Orbach
Alon discusses his journey in the real estate industry, focusing on his transition into mentoring and the challenges he faced in raising capital. He shares insights into scaling and innovating within the luxury vacation rental market, as well as the complexities of managing and selling luxury...
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From Science to Luxury with Elizabeth Solaru
Elizabeth Solaru discusses her transition from scientist to luxury business entrepreneur, sharing insights from her book "Luxpreneur." She delves into networking strategies, resilience, and the experience of receiving her first high-end order. Elizabeth identifies gaps in luxury business...
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The IRS is Watching with Dave Foster
Dave Foster shares his journey from facing a hefty tax bill to gaining family time through real estate. He discusses his sailing adventure, mentorship experiences, and the discovery of 1031 exchanges. The episode explores investment strategies, AI's role in real estate, and the power of...
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Navigating entrepreneurship, AI, and strategic planning with Burke Franklin
Burke Franklin and Tené Williams discuss the challenges modern entrepreneurs face, the evolution of the job market with AI, and the importance of resilience. They explore business planning, investment strategies, and technology's role in shaping long-term strategies and preparing for business sales.
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Navigating industry changes and personal strategies for adapting with AI
Tene Williams discusses navigating change, focusing on industry transformations, AI concepts, applications, and personal strategies for adapting to these shifts.
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Change & Triumph with Tené Williams is a podcast about navigating life’s biggest pivots—in career, family, and purpose. Through candid conversations with real people,
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