Co-author Justin Blake of "The HBCU Experience Movement: North Carolina A&T State University Aggies 2nd Edition" coming out this month speaks with "The Success Engineer" about how his HBCU experience continuously helps him as he travels along his success journey. Justin is helping others by opening doors along his own path for those that come behind him. He is an avid outdoor cyclist with a great story! Follow Justin and his business on Instagram: @jedevba_la_ke @oedmgroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

"The HBCU Movement Experience North Carolina A&T University 2nd Edition" Is coming out this month and my guests on this episode are authors as well as being another "Power Couple" from this HBCU series! They are known as one of the favorite Aggie couples. Jabari works for Amazon’s global division and Steph is a Sex therapist with a practice in Atlanta. Follow them, their businesses, and hobbies on instagram: @thedopesextherapist @j_a_b_a_r_i @bookdestin107 @werunforbru --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

Co-author of “The HBCU Experience Movement Royal University Queens Edition” that’s out now and a BEST SELLER! Jordan Watkins tells us how breaking habits that she no longer wanted led her to the opportunity to become an HBCU Queen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

Co-author of “The HBCU Experience Movement Royal University Queens Edition” Shartajeye Wright pays homage to her HBCU and more in this episode. It took a while for our schedules to sync to record this but we finally got to have a fabulous discussion! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

Jocelyn is another co-author of “The HBCU Experience Movement North Carolina A&T University 2nd Edition book COMING OUT SEPTEMBER 2020! We discuss the diversity of professors at HBCU’s and getting taught by your own. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

North Carolina A&T University graduate and Co-Author of "The HBCU Experience Movement North Carolina A&T University 2nd Edition" COMING OUT SEPTEMBER 2020!! Cremel Burney is doing great things  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

The HBCU Experience Movement North Carolina A & T University 2nd Edition co-author and in my eyes, a real estate mogul. Victor Collins Jr. Victor has a wealth of knowledge in leadership and talks about being the type of person who is able to fail forward. Get the book COMING OUT SEPTEMBER 2020! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

This couple is the true definition of a "Power Couple" HBCU graduates and the Co-Authors of The HBCU Experience Movement's book "The HBCU Experience Movement: North Carolina A&T 2nd Edition" COMING OUT SEPTEMBER 2020!!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

In this episode I interview Christa Newkirk Co-Author of The HBCU Experience: North Carolina A&T 2nd Edition book coming out September 2020!  About Christa: Christa Newkirk is an advocate for women, mental health and education. She is passionate about all forms of artistic expression; and with her imaginative and strategic mind, she works both sides of her brain moving from the big picture to the minute details with ease. Her professional experience includes over 10 years in a variety of marketing, development and database-driven roles. Currently, Ms. Newkirk works in higher education where she assists development officers with donor identification and cultivation in addition to overseeing engagement activities for its alumni. Through EclectikRead Marketing LLC, Ms. Newkirk uses both her professional and personal experiences to speak life into people, products and ideas to reach their full potential. She believes that regardless of ones journey – which is often full of twists and turns, a solution is always available in business and in life. Additionally, she values giving back and has been involved in many community organizations to include Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Deltas of Charlotte Foundation, Mental Health America of Central Carolinas and First Book. She was recently listed in the 6th and 7th editions of Who’s Who in Black Charlotte. A California native, Ms. Newkirk has earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing from North Carolina A&T State University and dual master’s degrees in marketing and international business from University of Colorado, Denver. In her spare time, she enjoys watching or playing sports, spending time with family and friends, and exploring the great outdoors both near and far. Christa Newkirk Personal Twitter / IG: @chris_Ta_Da Business Twitter / IG: @eclectikread www.eclectikread.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support

This series has been something special with all the fabulous people and outstanding wisdom being shared. It is an honor and a privilege to speak with these HBCU graduates and Shani is amazing! The relationship advice is ON POINT! So transparent and informative. If you are looking to "date on purpose" listen to this episode! Guest Bio: Shani L. Farmer graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2008 with a B.S. in Business Management. She continued her studies at Walden University where she obtained her MBA with a focus in Entrepreneurship. She currently is a Hiring and Workforce Strategy Officer for the Department of Defense in Washington DC. She has been committed to serving her country in this capacity for over 10 years. Shani is affectionately known for her position as the founder of Shani L. "The Relationship Enthusiast" brand. Her mission is to inspire women to be healed, healthy and whole in each season of their life and relationships. Currently, she is serving the singles community and coaching women on how to heal from past romantic relationships and inspiring them to elevate their purpose while learning the business of dating for marriage. Shani’s vision is to help 500 women reach their relationship goals by 2025. In 2017, Shani became an Amazon Best-selling co-author in the“Dear Fear” anthology series where she inspired women to fearlessly own their truth. In 2018 she shared her story at several colleges, universities, women organizations, podcasts and on panels. In 2019, Shani became recognized as an International Speaker as she presented at the “Fearless in Abu Dhabi” Tour in the UAE. In 2020 during COVID19 pandemic, Shani found creative ways to continue impacting her tribe of single women. She created and hosted her first singles workshop in Washington D.C., and a powerhouse 7-day virtual conference for single moms. Collaborating with industry experts, she delivered quality content matched with unique experiences leaving women inspired to activate their “truth” while on their journey of dating with purpose. Currently, Shani is curating a subscription-based book club for single women who are about the business of dating for marriage. She coins it as “not your ordinary book club.” Shani originates from Buffalo NY by the way of Orlando Florida. She continues to build her corporate and personal brand while prioritizing being the CEO of her home, alongside her husband Benjamin. The couple are parents to their fur baby Joy and enjoy serving in their community and church, spending time traveling and enjoying friends and family. Join her on her journey of living in purpose on purpose. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/successismyreligion/support