Black Belt Startup With Feras podcast

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

Black Belt Startup with Feras

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Starting as a dishwasher who spoke no English and eventually founding 7 businesses that generated 65M - and one of which sold for 8 figures - serial entrepreneur Feras Alhlou is now on a mission to empower other consulting and service entrepreneurs. Combining this business experience with the mindset and discipline of a 4th-degree Black Belt in Aikido, Feras dives into principles and critical actions for kickstarting your consulting and services business, including: Why passion is optional but skills and sacrifice are not Starting a business after a layoff Three cases when side hustling is OK Pricing at the earliest stages of your new company Early-stage marketing techniques How avoid mistakes and save precious time and resources Strategies to break the 7-figure consulting barrier Don’t do it on your own. Listen to Black Belt Startup to start smarter and stronger.

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Black Belt Startup with Feras

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Your Biz Questions, My Live Answers 54:50

7 days ago54:50

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If you’re stuck, join me this week to get your questions answered. Whether you’re thinking of starting a business or are struggling with one, ask what’s on your mind, and I’ll answer. If you don’t have burning questions, tune in to see what other founders are struggling with. Some questions I’ll address: -How and where to start a business. -1 year into it and barely making it, what to do next? -Should you niche down or go broad? -Struggling to land high-value clients? -Not sure how to stand out in a crowded market? -I own a construction company that specializes in exteriors, and another electrical business. I started this with a goal to sell in 5 years. How would you scale? -Well I work a full time job so I don’t have time to sell as much as I’d like. I do as much as I can outside of work. Thoughts on how to maximize the time I have for lead generation? -My business constraint would definitely be generating leads. I spent 9,000 in my first year on Facebook ads for my business and got back maybe half that in client retainers. -I struggle with finding freelancers to give tasks, marketing and increasing prices, even though the competition charges more For a similar product. 🥋 Kickstart your consulting business today: https://www.blackbeltstartup.com/ Let's connect! 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferasalhlou/…

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Your Business Looks Amateur—Here’s How to Change That 46:54

15 days ago46:54

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🥋 Kickstart your consulting business today: https://www.blackbeltstartup.com/ When I started my first business, I thought my skills would speak for themselves. They didn’t… I had no tagline. No strong presence. Just a flimsy, forgettable business card. I realized two things early on: 1- Image matters: branding isn’t just for big companies–there are basic but essential branding any small business needs 2- Branding isn’t about looking good—it’s about being remembered, trusted, and chosen. We don’t buy from businesses. We buy from people and brands we believe in. Let's connect! 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferasalhlou/ 💻 Check out the video on our website: https://www.startupwithferas.com/your-business-looks-amateur/…

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Why Your Early-Stage Business Won't Survive Remote Work 38:34

25 days ago38:34

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🥋 Kickstart your consulting business today: https://www.blackbeltstartup.com/ Dragging people back to the office won’t fix a broken work culture. I learned that back in 2013. When two key team members had to relocate. I faced a decision: lose great people or adapt. I chose to adapt. We went remote before it was cool—way before the world was forced to. Once we had two people working remotely, I thought, Why not hire the best talent, no matter where they are? We made mistakes. We fumbled a lot. But we figured it out. We got intentional about how we built culture, trust, and productivity. And it worked. Since then, I’ve built three companies—all remote. If you’re an early-stage entrepreneur wondering how to make remote work work, this episode is for you. Let me show you how I made remote work not just viable but a massive advantage. Let's connect! 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferasalhlou/…

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How to Delegate Effectively Without Losing Control 29:06

6 weeks ago29:06

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Your business can grow by 1,700% in 3 years. It sounds impossible, but research by Gallup states that "high delegators" achieve an average three-year growth rate of 1,751%. That's 112% higher than those who struggle to delegate. So, how can you become a delegating queen? In this live stream, we’ll talk about how to delegate tasks effectively without losing control. YouTube: @StartUpWithFeras…

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Busy ≠ Profitable: Fix Your Time Management Today 33:08

7 weeks ago33:08

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Your best clients are slipping away while you're 'busy being busy.' If you focus too much on one thing, you risk damaging another. Being a business owner isn’t about running from one thing to the next; it’s about getting what’s critical out of the door with the best quality possible. Let's connect! 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferasalhlou/ YouTube: @StartUpWithFeras…

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How to Turn Your Layoff Into a Massive Opportunity 38:45

8 weeks ago38:45

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In this week’s live stream, we’ll cover how you can: 1. Build a financial safety net. 2. Turn your skills into a consulting business. 3. Land your first paying client. Let’s turn your layoff into a breakthrough. Let's connect! 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferasalhlou/ YouTube: @StartUpWithFeras

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How to Prioritize Effectively to Take on More Clients 26:54

9 weeks ago26:54