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Episode 101:
Guest Name: Kevin Davenport
Guest Business: The Ideal Candidate
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EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode of the Black Businesses Matter podcast, we sit down with Kevin Davenport, CEO and Founder of The Ideal Candidate, a transformative soft skills training program designed to prepare the next generation of the workforce. Kevin has partnered with high schools and colleges to provide essential job training, equipping young people with the tools they need to succeed professionally.
Kevin shares his inspiring personal journey, overcoming the challenges of ADHD and dyslexia as a child. With the support of his parents and supplemental learning tools, he developed a deep love for reading, which laid the foundation for his future success.
He delves into the purpose of The Ideal Candidate program, explaining what soft skills are and how they play a critical role in professional growth. Kevin also emphasizes the importance of workplace culture in fostering these skills.
Through his journey, Kevin has authored two impactful books: The Ideal Candidate, which covers self-sufficiency topics like credit and financial literacy, and Savage Soft Skills, a deep dive into navigating different leadership styles and expanding on lessons from his program.
If you’re ready to enhance your professional journey, don’t miss this insightful episode! Be sure to grab your copies of The Ideal Candidate and Savage Soft Skills.
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Connect with Kevin Davenport
Visit their website:https://www.theidealcandidate.org
Connect with them on Linked In :https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ideal-candidate
Connect with them on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the.idealcandidate
To connect further with me:
Visit my website: Thel3agency.com
Connect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thel3agency
Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larvettaspeaks/
Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/thel3agency
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