Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, welcomes Wesley G. Simon, a culinary entrepreneur and the executive chef behind the thriving restaurant Djon Djon and Market Bar & Brewery in Brooklyn, New York. Wesley shares his remarkable journey from his beginnings in a Haitian community, through challenges and discrimination in the culinary industry, to establishing and expanding his restaurant business amidst the hardships of the pandemic. Alongside discussing his philosophy on leadership, race, and personal ambition, Wesley offers valuable advice for aspiring restaurant owners and reflects on the importance of community, generational wealth, and cultural authenticity.

Chapters:

• Introduction
• Wesley's Early Life and Beginnings
• Career Growth and Philosophy
• Challenges and Discrimination
• Entrepreneurial Journey
• Cultural Identity and Aspirations
• Impact and Future Plans
• Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @weslyjsimon
• Instagram: @djondjon.bk
• Linktr.ee: @djondjon
• Instagram: @marketbarbk

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Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, welcomes Sunny B., the CEO and founder of The Sunori Shop, a fashion accessory store. Sunny shares her journey of starting her business, inspired by the phrase 'scared money don't make no money' and the encouragement from her cousin. She discusses the importance of accessories in elevating an outfit, her commitment to quality and durability in her products, and the challenges and successes she's faced along the way. Sunny also provides tips on how to maintain and store accessories and talks about her future plans to expand her brand, including opening a storefront. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the need for perseverance, continuous learning, and the support of a like-minded community for entrepreneurial success.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.thesunorishop.net
• Instagram: @thesunorishop
• Facebook: @thesunorishop
• TikTok: @thesunorishop
• Threads: @thesunorishop

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Host of the JoyTutor Podcast, JoAnna Williams, met with guest Taylor Carruthers, founder of Metanoia Innovative Solutions, about her journey of self-discovery and finding her path as a breathwork practitioner, theta healing practitioner, and entrepreneur. Taylor openly discusses the transformative influence of these healing modalities on her life and her commitment to making these practices more accessible and to foster understanding of these approaches among a broader audience. She also shares about her company's inception, 'Metanoia Innovative Solutions', and the challenges she overcame along the way. The conversation is candid and enlightening, ultimately empowering listeners to take control of their personal growth and embrace self-love.

Contact Info:

• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/metanoiainnovativesolutions
• Instagram: @Metanoia_innovative_solutions
• Facebook: @Metanoia Innovate Solutions LLC

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• Email: podcast@joytutor.com
• Website: www.JoyTutor.com
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