Maria A. Davis is known as a national treasure and Hip Hop Industry Legend! As the creator of Mad Wednesdays, a showcase for talent which featured some of hip hop’s royalty including Jay-Z and Diddy. In 1995 she was diagnosed with HIV and for the past 2 decades has been on a mission to educate others about the virus. In this episode we will dive into her story, her mission, and how she has developed the will-power and faith that equips her to not quit. We’ll also dive into : Hip Hop History : the early days of the rising cultural phenomenon we now know as Hip Hop and its cultural roots, significance, and impact. Activism and Community Engagement : the importance of equipping, educating, and protecting our communities in order to help the next generation succeed, make healthy decisions, and build stronger families. Using Social Media As A Tool and Not to Cope : how she helps those around her to understand the power of face-to-face , knee-to-knee connection as a means to build community, connection, and strength. Redeeming the Criminal Justice System : what she is doing to advocate for those affected by wrongful incarceration. Faith and Purpose : why everyone needs to have belief in a greater force that will help guide their values, grant them a sense of purpose, and remind them of the dignity both they and others around them possess. And so much more !Connect with Maria : https://www.instagram.com/davis_maria13/Connect with Me : https://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/

What makes people give up and quit? How do you navigate life's most difficult challenges? It is rare to get to know,do life with, and even build a business with someone who epitomizes so much of what you believe in and seeks to do life with you!I got to sit down with Darnell and Traci self and unpacked their story, keys to success, and lessons learned from the hardest of times while on the road to freedom. We will unpack :- The origin story of how they met and chose to commit to one another for life.- Their introduction to the direct sales industry and they we chose to build ourlivelihood on this model of business.- Some of their most challenging times while managing raising a family, building a successful team, and seeking to have the best marriage possible.- The incredible impact their journey of building a business and being surrounded by incredible people has had on their children.And so much more!Apparel by: JEC designGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkoutConnect with us on social media :https://www.instagram.com/darnell_selfhttps://www.instagram.com/traciself/https://www.instagram.com/theselftalkexperience/

Dnay Baptiste’s journey to the world’s biggest stages with the world’s biggest stars has been nothing short of inspirational, characterized by perseverance and the power to live one’s dreams. Sharing the stage with Beyonce, Megan Thee Stallion, Kelly Rowland, Tinashe, Remy Ma, French Montana and others takes someone who is a master at their craft, embraces the power of humility, and has no problem with long days and exceptional sacrifice. From dancing on the streets of Harlem to the Superbowl, Coachella, and other historic stages, Dnay is the epitome of what we talk about on the We Won’t Quit Podcast. In this episode we will dive into: Vision and Practicing Your Dreams : how she carried and carries an energy that pulls her future into her present. Balancing Performance and Personal Care : how she was able to have her son and commit to the world’s biggest stage a short time after her son's birth to perform with Beyonce. The Power of Connections and Community : why she looks for other talent to support them in their journey and how her relationships have been an integral part of her success. Parenting and Embracing Opportunities : how she is raising her son while balancing travel, auditioning, and the demands of life while also welcoming new challenges. Being An Advocate For Brown Skinned Girls : the power that little brown skinned girls have in the world of dance and how she embraces being an example for them to follow. The Future and Evolving as A Woman & Entrepreneur : how she’s enjoying the next season of her life and is welcoming a new version of herself. And so much more!Connect with Dnay on IG : https://www.instagram.com/dnaybisme/Connect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Apparel by: JEC designGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkout*YOUTUBEFeatured Footage From : Dancing For Beyonce' and Motherhood https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85fihKi591IDnay Beyonce's Dancer Edit by @BigTimeBullyhttps://youtu.be/QAmY9KH6Wp4

Carl Michel  a.k.a. “Young Executive” is impacting his generation and blazing a trail utilizing the gift of urban culture to teach wisdom. As a best selling author, businessman, and writing coach he knows what it takes to unlock your gifts. After surviving the difficulties of growing up he has been able to tap into his gifts and is now on a mission to help others write their stories, produce content and embrace their purpose. In this episode we discuss. Utilizing Hip Hop To Teach : believing that the medium has the power to uplift and empower the young people of our culture. Doing What You Love & Loving What You Do : the power behind having the ultimate work/life combination that makes you feel as though you aren’t existing but experiencing life. His Haitian Heritage and How it Informs His Idea of Success. Producing other writers : the infrastructure, vision, and mission behind  helping others write their own best-selling book. Collaboration and Networking : how he has been able to get into rooms that were once off limits to add value to other people of influence. Serving At A High Level and Expecting Nothing In Return : the importance of giving from a place of gratitude instead of excess. Self Assessment and Belief In Self : unlocking the ability to be honest about your areas of growth and knowing who you are and what you bring to the world. And so much more!Connect with Carl on IG : https://www.instagram.com/youngexekutive/Connect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/ Apparel provided by Just Everyday Creativity Get yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/ Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkout

WHAT IS YOUR WHY? How do you dig deep, take the time to ponder, and really weigh what is your driving force to not give up on your current journey to win? We all face seasons and individual obstacles that cause us to want to throw in the towel and this episode is all about discovering, remembering or re-defining your why! My guests Alistair Edwards and Martavius Hillman are back and we dive into : What do you do when you change your why? : Being honest about the need to redefine or pivot on your why to experience different results. Figuring out what the right “Why “ Is : sticking to what you chose and defining what propels you. How to be selfish now to be selfless later : our need to focus on what matters for a season to be able to give, support, and be in the corners of others later. Working through the “I QUIT” mindset : how to snap out of mindsets that are setting you up to fail and give up on your why. The power of your associations and mentorship : identifying and keeping people in your corner to help you get to your ultimate reality. And so much more!Meet The GuestsAlistair Edwards is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and mentor. He's generated over $12 million in sales and is a highly sought-after sales trainer.Martavius Hillman is a Fortune 500 sales expert turned entrepreneur. His success results from his indomitable spirit, hard work, and perseverance.Connect with Alistair Edwardshttps://www.instagram.com/alistair.edwards/Connect with Martavius Hillmanhttps://www.instagram.com/martavius_hillman/Connect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Apparel provided by Just Everyday CreativityGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkout

Cliff Malloy has overcome tragedy and has truly beat the odds. After a motorcycle accident in his teens, he re-learned how to walk and eventually was able to get back to a functioning lifestyle! In this very special "on the road" edition of the We Won't Quit Podcast, we will dive in to Cliff's story and unpack how he is now helping to create other incredible stories just like his! We also unpack : - How he was able to overcome self-doubt and commit to the process of being successful. - Creating six figure earners as a multi-millionaire: why his passion is helping to free others from their limiting beliefs. - The power of travel and adventure. and so much more! Apparel provided by Just Everyday CreativityGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkoutConnect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Connect with Cliff : https://www.instagram.com/cliffucius/Listen to the Self Talk Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-talk-experience-podcast/id1597012349

Michael Fedick & Kim Melia have been able to build an incredible business, find healing, empower others, and give back on a massive scale. For nearly 2 decades they have been able to individually and together build a business and legacy that is dedicated to helping others. Not only are they aware of their own need for continued evolution, self-development, and passion to reach others through philanthropic efforts, they are helping others unlock these truths as well! In this episode we will unpack :- Being semi-retired, looking young, and building a legacy in other countries.- The power of consistency and hanging around the right group of people .- Letting life unfold : the need we have to "let go" , "release" and embrace the journey that life takes us on.- Inner healing and gratefulness : how to walk through the process of letting your ego GO and serving others well.- Compassion and pressing into the story of others : why leaders have a need to be present with others and "hear their stories."- Their philanthropic work in Guatemala : why they are pouring their resources into Work Play Love , Inc , and the unlimited amount of unconditional love they both experience and seek to walk in.and so much more!Learn more about Work, Play , Love , :https://workplaylove.org/Apparel provided by Just Everyday CreativityGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkoutConnect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Connect with Kim on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/kimberlymelia/Connect with Mike on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/michaelfedick/Listen to the Self Talk Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-talk-experience-podcast/id1597012349

Jaae Cash is a young man on fire! As a Recording Artist, Music Producer, and Audio Engineer, he has first hand experience of what it is like to be a conduit of redemption. His story is powerful, full of the lessons to greatness, and marked by the spirit that doesn’t quit. In this episode we sit down to discuss : Navigating through the power of influence : how he is using his platform to bring hope, inspiration, and a picture of redemption to those he reaches. The spiritual awakening experience he had that changed his life forever ; transitioning into a new way of thinking and behaving. Developing faith : working though the passing of his mother, early relationship troubles, and challenges with employment. His early Christian influences : his mother and father and how they inspired him and gave him the tools to be a musician. Authenticity and transparency while living life to be more righteous: the power of being refined everyday while being empowered to live victoriously. Why he chose to utilize the gift of rap to inspire others . And so much more!Apparel provided by Just Everyday CreativityGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkoutConnect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Listen to the Self Talk Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-talk-experience-podcast/id1597012349

Improvement is a constant journey for those who seek to be a success in every area of life. Being able to embrace difficulty, walk through the doors of accountability, and embrace change are key to one’s ability to evolve into their ideal self. Gia Jordan, “The Kaizen Investor” and host of the  Kaizen Mind Podcast joins us today on the We Won’t Quit Podcast for an unforgettable episode! She is full of wisdom, wit, insight, and incredible passion to see others succeed. In this episode we discuss: Her Panamanian roots, love of travel and experiences in Taiwan, Austria, South Africa, Columbia and other parts of the globe. The Kaizen Mind Philosophy : how it unlocked everything for her in personal development and business.  Entrepreneurship :  an alienating path or . a way to pass through challenges . The power of creating bonds ,building rapport, and asking deeper questions to build community with those we seek to serve.Redefining what is foreign and an appreciation for culture, nuance and humanity. The connection between growing yourself and your business.Beating  inexperience, lack of knowledge, systems, and the proper mindset to weather the storm. How exposure, experience, and education are interconnected to unlock one’s ability to succeed in entrepreneurship. And so much more!Apparel provided by Just Everyday CreativityGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkoutConnect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Connect with Gia https://www.instagram.com/kaizenmindpodcast/Listen to the Self Talk Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-talk-experience-podcast/id1597012349

Tatiana “Tati” Santiago is known to many as the voice they listen to on the radio during their morning drive. Currently featured on “‘Jesse and Tati in the Morning” in San Diego, she also has career roots in Honolulu, Hawaii ( KIKI-FM) and Washington, DC ( WPCC-FM). In this episode we will get a glimpse into the person, values, and history of the woman behind the mic. We discuss : Growing up and her upbringing on the beautiful island of Hawaii and how it has influenced her awareness of culture, cadence of life, and the blessings of community. The influence of her mother , her filipino culture , and how her desire to help others is rooted in the awareness of how blessed she is. Parenting and navigating through the challenges and joys of walking with your children through their individual journeys of creativity and self-awareness. Radio life and how she navigates through the demands of her roles , self-care, and needs of others around her. The power of vulnerability, managing social media with freedom and transparency , and breaking through the limits of negative beliefs. And so much more!Apparel provided by Just Everyday CreativityGet yours today at : https://www.justeverydaycreativity.com/Enter code : DONTQUIT22 at checkoutFollow Tati on I.G. -  https://www.instagram.com/twocentstati/Connect with Mehttps://www.instagram.com/therealmikehumes/Listen to the Self Talk Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-talk-experience-podcast/id1597012349