Motivation For Black People

Victoria Cassinova is a celebrated artist in Los Angeles, but we didn't bring her on this podcast to talk about art. Her story of trauma to triumph will inspire you to learn to use the power of your mind to overcome life's most challenging moments. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Learn the 5 ways you might be sabotaging yourself without even knowing it in this special interview with Malcolm “MJ” Harris. Plus you'll get our 11-Step Roadmap to Finding Your Purpose. Get the special free gift mentioned in this podcast at: http://MakeMoneyWithPurpose.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Why are we always so unhappy even when things are going well in our lives? Constantly striving for more and more in an endless cycle. It can be like a rollercoaster. Celebrity Happiness Coach Rob Mack explains the science behind LASTING happiness and gives practical steps on how you can cultivate it in your own life. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

There’s no disappointment greater than NOT living up to our OWN expectations. We strive so hard for success and perfection that it can become impossible to move forward when we fall short. This audio guide will help you forgive yourself and make sure you don’t get stuck in the shadow of your own light. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Our guest, Lavance Colley, went from driving uber to working with Beyoncé. He has sung with John Legend, Pharrell, Kenny Lattimore, Chanté Moore, Mary Mary, and traveled to over 20 countries as a professional background singer, but it didn’t always start that way. He shares his journey from driving uber to becoming one of the most respected black celebrity background singers in the industry. Get this rare peek behind the scenes and learn what it takes to become a background singer for celebrity artists. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

This interview is powerful, especially for anyone who has ever felt different or like they don’t belong. Cameron Wright (Beychella Background Singer), gets super vulnerable with us for the first time ever about his experience coming out as gay in the Church. Whether you’re religious or not, this moving episode about acceptance, empowerment, devotion will inspire you to see things from a new perspective. Our favorite quote from this episode: “I am exactly who I am supposed to be in the eyes of God.” Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

We’ve all heard of the dream… You live in a small town, get discovered, move to LA, and sign a big record deal at the age of 14. That’s exactly what happened to Johnny Manuel. But what happens when all of that suddenly gets stripped away? Johnny talks about how he turned failure into his biggest success in this intimate interview. Plus, you’ll hear about his experience working with Diddy and what it was like to be on the semi-finals for America’s Got Talent. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Breakups can be hard, especially if you want to stay friends with the person. This is the #1 tip that therapists recommend if you want to stay friends with someone after your relationship ends. Listen now in this quick 9-minute audio guide. P.S… if you have a friend that needs to hear this, be sure to forward this to them. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

There’s one toxic mistake most people don’t even realize they’re making on every date. Once you stop doing this, you’re dating life will change completely. This 10 minute audio guide will walk you through the #1 thing that kills most relationships from blossoming into something beautiful. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Setting boundaries is an act of self-care and self-love. It’s how we break toxic cycles and reset from bad relationships. In this audio guide, special guest Shelah Marie walks us step-by-step through knowing when we need to set a boundary, and how to have those tough conversations with friends and family. This audio guide is all about setting clear, but loving boundaries so you can have the space to grow and evolve into the best version of YOU. P.S… there’s a special gift at the very end, so be sure to listen for it! Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Do you find yourself wishing you could accomplish more every day? Do you get distracted easily? This short 13-minute audio guide will teach you 3 proven strategies to ditch distraction, work faster, and produce better results in a shorter amount of time. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Science has proven that the first 15 minutes of your day set the tone for your energy, productivity, mood, anxiety and ability to win during challenging moments. This audio guide will give you 3 easy steps to level up your morning ritual so you can start your day inspired, motivated, and ready to handle anything life throws your way. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

This episode is all about our girls. Our special guest J. Marcelle has received 5 Emmy nominations for her work on social justice. This episode empowers women and girls learn to re-write their own narratives to rise above injustice, outdated gender roles, and old traditions. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Everyone talks about how important it is to find a mentor. But how do you find one? And even when you do, how do you engage them to get the most out of the relationship? The solution is actually a little counterintuitive. We’re talking about all of it in this week’s episode. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

This audio guide is only 6 minutes long, but it answers a question we all want to know: “How do I get ahead in life?” How do you find your life purpose? How do you make the money you deserve? How do you fulfill your mission on this planet? It all boils down to what we’re talking about in this episode. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when starting their business is working for free. This episode will teach you about how you can make the money you deserve with your business, side hustle, or passion project… even if you’re starting out working with friends and family. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Interested in starting your own podcast or creative project? If you have an idea that’s been trying to get your attention for a while but you haven’t taken action yet, you definitely want to listen to this episode. Our Founder and host Justin Michael Williams talks about how he started “Motivation for Black People” and gives 3 steps on how you can launch your own podcast or creative project. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

If you or anyone you know has ever had a dream of being on TV, we have a very special episode for you. What’s it ACTUALLY like to be on set of a hit show for the first time? What does it take to finally get your first big break? Young, black special guest Dyllón Burnside spills the tea about what it’s like to be the star of his first major television show, POSE on FX. Learn what you can do to get closer to your life purpose in this powerful episode. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

NOTE: This episode will change your life. Science has proven that people who keep a daily gratitude journal are proven to experience a more fulfilling life. So why is it so hard for us to keep a gratitude practice every day? Why do we keep a list for a few days and always end up forgetting about it? This episode will teach you 3 simple tips to create a gratitude practice that actually lasts! For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Being an entrepreneur in a racially tense climate poses unique challenges that every black person needs to know about and overcome. Special guest Ishmael Mayhew gives practical advice staying persistent when things get hard, his best practices for your image on social media, and even drops some personal wisdom about self-care and mental health. Get inspired with this powerful episode! For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams.