The Ambition Show Podcast

The Ambition Show Podcast

The best business podcast for entrepreneurs and small business owner with advice and commentary from experienced entrepreneurs. The Ambition Show podcast is hosted by Ehren Muhammad. Each episode includes real tools and resources that you can use to succeed.

Episodes

HOW TO CREATE A SUCCESSFUL SIDE HUSTLE AND GROW | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 72

July 25, 2025 • 48 mins
You’re tuned into The Ambition Show, let's address a major concern for the ambitious, and today we’re breaking down one of the realest crossroads every creator and aspiring entrepreneur faces:

When does a side hustle stop being a hobby and start becoming an asset? 

How do you take your side hustle full-time… and make sure it pays the bills? Making sure it is not just your dream.

  1. VIRTUAL MENTORS
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The Real Keys to Growth: Mentorship + Network w/DOROTHY WOODS | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 71

July 25, 2025 • 98 mins
Today, we interview Dorothy Woods, who shares how mentors and networking have helped her business grow and thrive.

SCORE is a nonprofit with over 300 chapters nationwide, connecting entrepreneurs with experienced volunteer mentors from a range of industries.

Mentoring is available both in-person and virtually, and many webinars are still free.

 

WHAT TO READ

THE 15 INVALUABLE LAWS OF GROWTH” by JOHN C. MAXWELL

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PLANT STORE BOOM | The Ambition Show Podcast | Episode 70

May 26, 2025 • 28 mins
Plant stores and nursery businesses have seen some great and challenging days over the last few years. But opportunities are growing again, and if you have seen the boom and are thinking of jumping into this field of dreams, you need to know that it will not be all roses and rainbows; there are some thorns to be aware of. So let's get it.

And there are many more puns to come, so brace yourself.

  1. Pla...
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IS SEO REALLY DEAD AND WHAT KILLED IT? | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 63

May 23, 2025 • 46 mins
Who, what, where, and “How”, for that matter, “When” did Search Engine Optimization die? Who did it? SEO has been dead for a while now, and there are many culprits. We get to the bottom of the changes that are occurring right now, how you protect and grow your business online, dame near for free if you know what we are going to cover in this episode of The Ambition Show Podcast, let's get it.

 

  1. WH...

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MAKE MONEY FROM SOMETHING OLD | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | EPISODE 69

May 16, 2025 • 23 mins
Sometimes things are not as simple as you may think. Tough times typically mean that this industry will do very well. Well, maybe not this time. If you have watched one of the literally tens of thousands of videos about how AMAZING it is to make so much money selling used clothes and vintage items in person or online, then you need to catch this episode. Times are changing and not as certain. What do the facts and numbers say, and ...

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THE RISE OF COUTURE FASHION IN AFRICA – TRADITION MEETS OPPORTUNITY AND INNOVATION with AIMEE | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | EPISODE 68

May 16, 2025 • 52 mins
Fashion and the desire to look great, rock your culture, and show off your unique style are global. And the brands that are jumping off the fashion runways in Africa are turning heads and creating trends all over the world, and what better timing right here in my hometown, we have the Fashion Africa exhibit featuring some of the biggest and most talented fashion brands from all over Africa. Today, we get into what it takes to creat...

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HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BRAND WITH CANVA | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 67

May 16, 2025 • 38 mins
Your Brand Is Hard To Build And Easy To Lose. But With The Tools In Canva, You Can Create Essential Brand Resources And Protect Your Look, Name, And Message Online. Today, We Share The Brand Tools In Canva, And These Are The Best To Protect Your Brand. 

Let’s Get It.

  1. WHAT IS BRANDING

  2. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO PROTECT YOUR BRAND?

  3. WHY USE CA...

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BRAND BRIEF - THE INCREDIBLE UNDERDOG STORY OF CANVA | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 66

May 16, 2025 • 31 mins
We’re diving into one of the most inspiring tech stories of the last decade—the incredible underdog journey of Canva. We’ll examine how this Aussie startup rose from humble beginnings to challenge the design industry giant Adobe, how it made design accessible to all, and the powerful features Canva offers today that every entrepreneur and small business owner should know.

  • The Origin of Canva

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PICK YOUR PLATFORM FOR CREATOR ECONOMY - SUBSTACK | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 65

May 16, 2025 • 75 mins
What is Substack? Is it the right place for creators looking for a platform to promote their work, build community, and profit from their passion? Today, in the Ambition Show Podcast—Let's Get It, we discuss this and more with one of the best creators on Substack.

  1. What is Substack

  2. Interview with Landon Poburan

  3. The Pros and Cons of Subst...

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Friend or Business Partner? How to Make It Work: THE CAFE URBANO STORY w/MIKE + NANDO | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 64

April 26, 2025 • 52 mins
We chatted with Mike and Nando, the owners of Cafe Urbano Avondale. They take us through the journey of what it is like to start a business with friends.   How they overcame the challenges that impacted small businesses and cafe owners.   Location: 3288 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 Link: https://g.co/kgs/LSbLu4m   🍵My favorite drink: Iced Horchata Latte with Caramel or Americano   Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s get it! ...

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RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL ONLINE PUBLICATION | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 62

April 25, 2025 • 58 mins
If you’ve ever wanted to start an online magazine, blog, or niche publication, this episode is for you. We’ll cover the best platforms, the marketing moves you need to make, and the top ways to turn your webzine into a revenue-generating machine. Let’s get into it!
    • CHOOSING THE RIGHT PLATFORM
    • GROWING YOUR AUDIENCE
    • MONETIZATION STRATEGIE...
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HOW TO LEVERAGE SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 61

April 25, 2025 • 27 mins
Whether you're looking to market your services, generate leads, or create a consistent online revenue stream, groups can be a game-changer. Stick around as we break down the strategies you need to succeed  
  1. Why Social Media Groups Are a Goldmine for Business
  2. Finding the Right Groups for Your Business
  3. How to Position Yourself as a Go-To Exper...
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PODCASTING AS A BUSINESS OR TO MARKET YOUR BUSINESS | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 60

April 25, 2025 • 87 mins
Podcasting is growing and it is the best way to find and connect with new audiences because they are easy to start and sustain, easy to scale, and can be very profitable because of the low cost to start. So head over to a computer, open up a Google Doc to take notes, and plot your steps to get started. We will discuss how to get started and hear from an entrepreneur who started her podcast and works with many others. In this episod...
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HOW TO AVOID AN IRS NIGHTMARE: THE CPA SECRETS EVERY BUSINESS OWNER SHOULD KNOW WITH JEFF BADU | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 59

April 25, 2025 • 56 mins
Paying your taxes is the most annoying yet critical action for your business. Do it to keep the man off your back. Today, we are joined by the professional Wealth Builder himself, Jeff Badu. A five-time published author and CPA, he will share his journey, the impact he has made helping small businesses, and some advice for this crazy tax season. So listen now and don’t end up like Capone. 

 

Book of the Episode 

“RICH DAD POOR DAD”...

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GROWING A SMALL BUSINESS | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 58

March 13, 2025 • 42 mins
One of the keys to success is to start small and make the most of every step. Now let's break it down from the philosophy of one of the most influential business minds of all time. 
  1. STARTING SMALL
  2. BEST PRACTICES FOR GROWTH

 

Book of the Episode 

  • “The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create ...

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HOW DEI IMPACTS YOUR MARKETING | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 57

March 13, 2025 • 64 mins
DO YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE TALKING TOO? Numerous studies have shown that the most effective and profitable marketing activities are those developed by those who understand and are from their target audience's communities.   Right now small businesses have an unprecedented opportunity to take advantage of a critical factor in a corporation's opportunity to grow their business: authentically championing inclusion and diversity. What doe...

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YOUTUBE 20 YEARS LATER - CREATORS START NOW | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 56

February 14, 2025 • 59 mins

TODAY YOUTUBE TURNS 20! HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!

Let's get into the history of the platform and if you are a business owner, content marketer, entrepreneur, or advertiser we will share the FACTS you need to know.

  • Key dates in YouTube History
    • February 14, 2005, YouTube is an American social media and online video-sharing platform owned by Google. YouTube was founded on ...
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HOW TO DISRUPT AN INDUSTRY | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 55

February 7, 2025 • 50 mins
Uber, Airbnb, and Canva what do they all have in common? They are Industry Disruptors! You can find a problem that others are overlooking, or others are creating and solve it. Or Find a new use for a product or service. Today you will learn what it takes to become a disruptor and make your small business explode. Could you be the next Amazon or Spotify? Let’s get it!

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HOW TO IDENTIFY INDUSTRIES THAT ARE READY TO BE DISRUPTED
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HOW TO MAKE A WINNING BUSINESS PLAN | The Ambition Show Podcast | Episode 54

February 1, 2025 • 54 mins
A goal without a plan is a dream and in the words of Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan you are planning to fail”, or was it Taylor Swift who said that? Anywho. If you are pursuing government grants and loans, funding from banks, or anyone else's money to help you start or grow your business, they will want to see your business plan. Don’t wait let's make this thing right now and go get this money.  

 

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PAYING FOR PRESS AND AWARDS | The Ambition Show Podcast | Episode 53

January 25, 2025 • 41 mins
What happens when the desire for recognition collides with the reality of pay-to-play awards and press coverage? In The Ambition Show Podcast: Episode 53, host Ehren Muhammad pulls back the curtain on a controversial trend reshaping the PR landscape. From navigating the ethical dilemmas of "buying" credibility to uncovering the power of earned media, this episode challenges entrepreneurs to rethink what it truly means to build trus...

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