In this episode I sit down with the high-energy and ever-inspiring Fayola to talk about his journey, mindset, and purpose. From his unexpected career shifts in banking to becoming a well known Media Personality and Entrepreneur, Fayola shares how faith and resilience have paved the way for his success.
We dive into the power of consistency over hard work, the challenges of staying balanced, and why frustration can be a tool for success. Fayola also opens up about social media’s false reality, his commitment to dressing for success, and how he handles discrimination and public perception.
If you're looking for motivation, insight, and some good laughs, this episode is packed with wisdom on growth, branding, and living unapologetically in your purpose!
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0:00 – Coming Up! 1:28 – Show Starts!
Chapter 1: Passion for Media & Energy 2:30 – What Does Fayola Actually Do for Work? 3:08 – Love for Interviewing & Providing Video Content for Businesses 4:11 – Why Fayola Always Has So Much Energy!! 4:48 – Fayola Shares About Being Nervous
Chapter 2: Career Shifts & Faith 6:40 – Fayola’s Background in Banking & Politics?? 7:14 – How COVID Changed Fayola’s Life Forever & How GOD Pulled Him Through! 9:45 – GOD is Above Rules (G.A.R.)—How GOD Told Him to Start a Talk Show During the Pandemic 11:22 – "You Have to Consistently Live in the Uncomfortable"
Chapter 3: Consistency, Gen Z, & Personal Growth 14:40 – Why Consistency is More Important Than Hard Work & The Problem with Gen Z 20:00 – Biblical Meaning of the Name Fayola & Chris Cracks Up Fayola LOL 21:24 – Fayola Asks Chris How He Stays Consistent 23:12 – Why Fayola Hesitates When Asked "What’s the End Goal?" – "GOD is Going to Do More Than I Can Imagine"
Chapter 4: Balance, Habits & Motivation 25:58 – How Does Fayola Find BALANCE? & Opens Up About Unhealthy Habits He Used to do 30:53 – Fayola Gets Vulnerable About Using Frustration to Fuel Success
Chapter 5: Business, Branding & Partnerships 37:31 – Fayola Talks About Partnering With Major Brands – The Do’s & Don’ts 41:07 – Don’t Wait to Follow Your Passions & Dreams – Chris Drops Knowledge on Letting Go
Chapter 6: Social Media & Public Perception 44:10 – Fayola Says He Is Allergic to People Who Complain 48:34 – Social Media is NOT Reality – "I’m the Most Public Private Person" 51:24 – Who You Follow on Social Media Might Be the Real Problem 54:30 – Chris Drops Knowledge on the topic of EGO
Chapter 7: Style, Identity & Discrimination 55:37 – Why Fayola Always Wears Suits 56:52 – Fayola Opens Up About Facing Discrimination at a Restaurant 59:08 – Why He Dresses Up Every Day – "Perception is Reality" 1:01:04 – Did Anyone Disagree With Mr. Wichita being Black 1:02:59 – Outro
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