Convicted to Grow

Balancing the Grind With Bold Moves w/ Deonte' Bolden

Tressa Manns Episode 31

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Deonte' Bolden, an Atlanta-based author, and playwright. They discuss his journey in the entertainment industry, balancing a nine-to-five job with entrepreneurship, and the inspiration behind his Bolden Awards, which honors overlooked individuals that are differently able. Deonte' also shares insights on his book Differently Able, his upcoming musical which was inspired by his brother who passed away. His determination to operate in his gifts while still working a 9-5 requires bold moves and faith.

You can follow Deonte Bolden on IG @deonteboldenproductions. and visit his website at https://www.deonteboldenproductions.com/

Takeaways

  • Take ownership of your destiny and create your own opportunities.
  • Balancing a nine-to-five job with entrepreneurship requires time management and prioritization.
  • Use your current job as a learning experience to develop skills that will benefit your entrepreneurial journey.
  • Sacrifice and prioritize your time to invest in your business and pursue your dreams.
  • Don't wait for others to recognize your potential; build your own empire and create your own opportunities.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
02:26 Meeting Deonte Bolden on Clubhouse
06:13 Background and Journey of Deonte Bolden
13:22 Writing 'Differently Able' and Empowering Children
19:37 Balancing a Nine-to-Five Job and Entrepreneurship
26:25 Taking Ownership and Creating Opportunities
28:43 Organizing the Bolden Awards
29:12 The Fulfillment of Helping and Coaching Others
29:42 The Inspiration Behind the Bolden Awards
35:14 Creating the Bolden Awards with Excellence
36:43 Expanding with Vodafone Magazine
40:57 From Book to Musical: Differently Able
41:56 The Blueprint for Boldness: Bold and Blueprint
43:21 Future Plans: Studio, Broadway, and Tours
46:44 Making Bold Moves and Staying Connected to God
47:42 Collaboration Over Competition: Building a Supportive Community


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