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Purposeful Story Podcast

34 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

A weekly show for everyone looking for entrepreneurship and business wisdom. With a strong sense of purpose in your life all of your actions are powerful beyond measure. We interview entrepreneurs and purpose driven individuals based out of Toronto and the outskirts within Canada. The show is hosted by Kobi Amponsah founder and owner of I Am Kobi. For more info check out www.iamkobi.com.

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#34 - The Formative Innovations Story: Andrew Broomfield shares his journey in technology and how it impacts our lives.

February 13, 2020 07:06 - 1 hour - 30.3 MB

Andrew Broomfield is a technology guru! He drops major gems about technology and how it impacts our lives. Andrew is a wealth of information and it was a crazy learning experience for me I was blown away. Another major episode you don't want to miss. For the past 14 years Andrew has been running his company called Formative Innovations https://www.formativeinnovations.com/About/Blog/. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#33 - The Quotes Story Part 2: "Don't take NO for an answer"

February 13, 2020 06:30 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MB

It's been a while but we're back and ready to get these purposeful stories out to you all! In this episode I talk about how to not take no for an answer. It's important that we always dig deep! If someone says NO don't stop there becuase that NO just means that you didn't find the person who will say YES. Oh and their out there...you just have to be persistent and relentless in your pursuit. I think this is a good first episode for this yeat and I'm looking forward to many more.    Don't ...

#32 - The Alberta Podcast Network Story: Karen Unland shares her journey on how she convinced a financial institution to give her $375,000.

May 21, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 12.2 MB

Karen Unland is a master negotiator. She convinced a financial institution to give her $500,000 to create her own podcast network. This was not an easy journey as it was a two year process!!! Karen has turned her creativity for podcasting into a successful purposeful business that is taking Alberta by storm. This is another interesting story get your eardrums ready. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#31 - The Rising Tides Story: Martha Henderson 2008 Olympian tells her amazing story of how we can exceed beyond the expectations set upon us.

April 17, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 15.8 MB

In this episode I have an interesting conversation with 2008 Bejing Olympian Martha Henderson. She is extremely driven and a true example of how leading with a purpose can bring you success you would've never imagined. She is a successful public speaker, health advocate, and mentor for the masses. Please tune in theres plenty of gems in this episode. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#30 - The Rock Star Real Estate Story: Tom Karadza tells his story of how he went from working in IT to building a mega real estate business model.

April 10, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 21.7 MB

Tom Karadza co-owner of Rock Star Real Estate has built an amazing business model using real estate as a tool to help people live life on their own terms. They have a really strong network and sense of purpose behind all of their actions. Nick has helped build Rock Start Real Estate to the point where they have went through over a billion dollars in real estate transactions. We got another must listen episode! Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.ins...

#29 - The Noir Et Noire Story: Antwi Atuahene tells his story of how he turned his basketball career into powerful consistent inspiration.

April 03, 2019 00:00 - 48 minutes - 16.9 MB

In this episode I connect with Antwi Atuahene founder and owner of the brand Noir Et Noire. This guy has a drive like no other and is a true example of how to leverage your talents to creae a positive impact. Lots of gems in this one press that play button! Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#28 - The Quotes Story Part 1: "There is someone out there with less talent than you doing what you are too afraid to do"

March 05, 2019 07:00 - 8 minutes - 2.92 MB

Were back in full effect for another year of purposeful content. In this episode I talk about how many people get caught up in this cycle of not accomplishing the goals they sad they will accomplish. I give some practical advice on how you can get out of this cycle. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#27 - The Sorën Custom Story (Rewind): Ellis Tagoe & Mark Brefo tell their story of how they create an experience with their high quality suits.

November 28, 2018 00:00 - 43 minutes - 15.2 MB

This is the last and final rewind episode. Over the next few weeks we'll be bringing you lots of exciting interviews! In this episode I explored two out of the three minds behind Sorën Custom. A custom suit company that focuses on creating an experience beyond measure. They sell high end quality suits and really focus on creating an amazing experience for their customers. Follow their purposeful journey at www.sorencustom.com and www.instagram.com/sorencustom. Don't forget to follow the purp...

#26 - The BizLaunch Story (Rewind): Andrew Patricio tells his story of how he went from roasting peanuts to helping other businesses across the world.

November 21, 2018 00:00 - 38 minutes - 13.2 MB

One more week of reviews as we rack up some fire episodes for you. In the meantime...we're bringing back another one of our classic episodes with Andrew Patricio. This guy has an abundance of business experience! He has mentored thousands of businesses, international public speaker and international author. Andrew is a master of analyzing businesses and he is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to what it takes to run a successful business.  Be sure to check out his work on www.bizlaunch.com...

#25 - The Now Creative Group Story (Rewind): Daniel Francavilla talks on how he helps create social change by working with passionate entrepreneurs

November 08, 2018 00:00 - 41 minutes - 14.5 MB

Daniel Francavilla has been deep in entrepreneurship since high school from the non-for-profit company ACCESS to building an empire in downtown Toronto with NOW Creates to help re-brand other businesses into their best potential. Follow Daniel's purposeful journey on www.nowcreativegroup.com and @nowcreates on Instagram. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#24 - The T By Daniel Story (Rewind) : Back to another powerful episode by Daniel Lewis as he tells his story on how positive impact goes a long way.

October 31, 2018 00:00 - 34 minutes - 12.1 MB

As we grind away to bring you more quality content we're throwing it back to one of our amazing eposides with Daniel Lewis. In this episode he will tell you his story of struggle all the way to using tea as an inspirational tool to impact lives in a positive way. Stay in contact with Daniel via www.tbydaniel.com, www.danielspeaks.ca, and follow him on Instagram @tbydaniel. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#23 - The Dj Starting From Scratch Story (Rewind): DJ Starting from Scratch tells his powerful story of how he became a legendary Toronto DJ.

October 24, 2018 00:00 - 56 minutes - 19.5 MB

We are hard at work ammering away to bring you more power purposeful stories. In the meantime we are throwing it back to one of our classic epsiodes with DJ Starting from Scratch. He tells his story of how he took his love for music and turned it into becoming one of Toronto's most legendary DJs. As He takes us on his purposeful journey there are plenty of gems to learn from. You can follow DJ Starting From Scratch  on his purposeful jounrey on www.startingfromscratch.com, follow him on Inst...

#22 - The Dream Maker Realty Story Part 4/4: Isaac Jr. Olowolafe tells his story of how he built Dream Maker Realty into a billion dollar company.

October 17, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 22.3 MB

Isaac Jr. Olowolafe had his father instill seeds of entrepreneurship and business like tendancies in him from when he was a young kid. This lead to Isaac purchasing his first property at the age of 21 to the point where he now develops condos, townhouses, luxury homes and even hotels. Isaac has a mind that seeks big possibilities and accomplishes them. He has partnered with the Ryerson Univresity DMZ to help startups get off the ground and he recently partnered with Canada Basketball as the ...

#21 - The DriveHER Story: Aisha Addo Ghanaian born tells her story of how she created her own Toronto based drive-sharing app.

October 09, 2018 00:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MB

Aisha Addo is an absolute machine!!! She was born in Ghana and made her way over to Canada at a very young age. Aisha always had the confidence and ability to strive to do great things, but she never imagined she would be owning her own Drive sharing app and run her own non-for-profit organization called Power to Girls. This episode is a true example of what it takes to follow your purpose and lead with it. You can follow Aisha on her purposeful journey on Instagram at @aishaafua @driveherap...

#20 - The Dr. Webster Story: Hillary Webster takes us on her purposeful journey into how she uses Naturopathy to heal our hidden health battles

October 02, 2018 00:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

Dr. Webster is a licensed naturopathic doctor who takes an in depth approach to health. What makes Hillary so uniique is that a lot of what she preaches she's been through herself. She is also a doctor that is living her purpose and not turning back. You can follow Dr. Hillary Webster on her purposeful journey on Instagram @drwebbynd and on her website www.websternaturopathic.com. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#19 - The Dream Maker Realty Story Part 3/4: Aaron Charles tells his story of how he leveled up from TTC to a multi million real estate portfolio.

September 21, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 39.7 MB

Aaron Charles aka Mr. Flipping Ridiculous is a prime example of someone who came from humble and rough beginnings and turned that into opportunities most people don't see in a lifetime. He is a dreamer that is confident enough to execute his dreams. We all dream of being the best version of ourselves and Aaron is an example of someone who is on a mission to do that. This episode is worth every second of a listen!!! You can follow Aaron on his purposeful journey on Instagram www.instagram.com...

#18 - The Cabbie Story: Cabbie aka Cabral Richards tells his story of shooting basic videos in Toronto Dundas square to interviewing superstar talents

September 20, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 22.5 MB

Cabbie aka Cabral Richards is known for his playful character when he interviews his guests. His had numerous one on one interviews with Kobe Bryant, Kevin Hart, Aaron Rodgers, LeBron James, and so many more. Many people know him from when he started out on The Score network, but his story starts way before then. Tune in you won't want to miss this one! You can follow Cabbie on his purposeful journey on Instagram www.instagram.com/therealcabbie and his website at www.cabbierichards.com Don't...

#17 - The Dukez Story: Dwyane Holness tells his story of how he built a successful visual production company. Dukez is a master of using his purpose.

September 19, 2018 00:00 - 43 minutes - 15 MB

Dwayne Holness aka Dukez is a master of building a community that is in line with his purpose. He leveraged all of his experiences negative and positive to create his successful Visual Production company CoreX Creative. Follow Dukez on his purposeful journey on Instagram @corexcreative and @dukeyyz. You can also check out his website on www.corexcreative.com. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#16 - The Ruben Burga Story: Ruben native to Peru learned to handle change and he is now a successful business owner and prof at Guelph University.

September 18, 2018 00:00 - 47 minutes - 16.3 MB

Ruben Burga is a true example of what happens when you embrace new experiences. He is able to speak 5 different languages and ran several businesses in about 4 different countries. He is relentless and does whatever it takes to get the job done. You don't want to miss this one! You can connect with Ruben and his purposeful journey on LinkedIn. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story podcast journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#15 - The Mrs. T By Daniel Story: Renata Lewis goes through 10 different jobs to building a successful tea business with her husband.

September 17, 2018 00:00 - 45 minutes - 15.6 MB

Renata Lewis is the definition of a resilient woman who has used all of her many experiences to build a successful tea company with her husband. She has gone through so many struggles that success had no other choice but to knock on her door. Renata creates a positive impact on lives everyday with her unique loose leaf tea company. Follow Renata's purposeful journey on @mrs.tbydaniel and www.tbydaniel.com. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamko...

#14 - The Dream Maker Realty Story Part 2/4: Bidemi Akingbola shares his powerful story of how being a risk taker brings out the best in you.

September 16, 2018 00:00 - 49 minutes - 17.1 MB

Bidemi Akingbola is extremely relentless when it comes to real estate. He is courageous in all of his moves. He has taken charge of real estate with multiple investment properties working alongside the Dream Maker Realty team. Bidemi is a true example of fearless determination leading to success. This is one for the books look out for part 3 and 4! Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#13 - The Do Well Dress Well Story - Chanèle McFarlane goes from doing contract work to running 3 successful companies that are fueled by her purpose

September 15, 2018 00:00 - 33 minutes - 11.5 MB

Chanèle McFarlane is a digital strategist, speaker, writer, conference consultant running 3 successful companies. She really takes pride in empowering women and all other entrepreneurs to live their best life through their passion. Chanèle has worked with companies like the City of Toronto, Humber College, RBC, and much more. This is one you do not want to miss! Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#12 - The Luke's Tailored Tutoring Story: Menelek Luke tells the story of how he used natural instinct of helping others tutor thousands of students.

September 14, 2018 00:00 - 39 minutes - 13.6 MB

Menelek Luke has created a mastermind tutoring company that services students internationally. He has tutored thousands of students and helped them achieve their educational goals. Menelek really knows how to run a business like an actual business. There are a lot of gems in this episode listen up! Follow Meneleks journey on www.lukestutoring.com and @lukestailoredtutoring. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#11 - The Pauleanna Reid Story: Pauleanna shares her purposeful story of how she dropped out of college to build a 6 figure business.

September 13, 2018 00:00 - 35 minutes - 12 MB

Pauleanna is a true testament to what can result from leaving everything behind and focusing on your purpose. Pauleanna has gone through many rough patches that many do not ever come back from, but yet still used that to fuel her calling. Follow Pauleanna's purposeful journey on www.pauleannareid.com, Instagram: @pauleannareid , and Twitter: @pauleannar. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#10 - The Rozaay Management Story - Randy Osei tells his powerful story from sleeping on hotel floors to managing NBA athletes.

September 12, 2018 00:00 - 45 minutes - 15.5 MB

Randy Osei is a master of leveraging his immediate environment into bigger opportunities. He used his basketball talents to create social change and impact peoples live in a positive way. Randy currently manages several professional athletes and other notable figures. Follow his purposeful journey on www.rozaaymgmt.com, @randyrozaay, and @rozaaymgmt. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#9 - The Black Foodie Story: Eden Hagos shares how she explores food and lifestyle through and African, Caribbean, and Southern Cuisine lens

September 11, 2018 00:00 - 29 minutes - 10 MB

Eden Hagos has been killing the food blogging industry. She showcases unique African, Caribbean and Southern Cuisine through blogs, food events, and education. Eden has grown a massive following over the years and continues to share her passion of food with the rest of the world. Follow Eden and her purposeful journey on www.blackfoodie.co and @blackfoodie.co. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#8 - The Now Creative Group Story: Daniel Francavilla talks about how he helps create social change by working with passionate entrepreneurs.

September 10, 2018 00:00 - 41 minutes - 14.4 MB

Daniel Francavilla has been deep in entrepreneurship since high school from the non-for-profit company ACCESS to building an empire in downtown Toronto with NOW Creates to help re-brand other businesses into their best potential. Follow Daniel's purposeful journey on www.nowcreativegroup.com and @nowcreates on Instagram. Don't forget to follow the purposeful journey on Instagram @iamkobitalks and www.iamkobi.com. 

#7 - The Sorën Custom Story: Ellis Tagoe & Mark Brefo tell their story of how they create an unforgettable experience with their high quality suits.

September 09, 2018 00:00 - 43 minutes - 15.1 MB

In this episode I explored two out of the three minds behind Sorën Custom. A custom suit company that focuses on creating an experience beyond measure. They sell high end quality suits and really focus on creating an amazing experience for their customers. Follow their purposeful journey at www.sorencustom.com and www.instagram.com/sorencustom. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#6 - The Dream Maker Realty Story Part 1/4: Jude Botchway tells his story of buying his first property at the age of 22 and built that into an empire.

September 08, 2018 00:00 - 43 minutes - 15.1 MB

This is the first of four part series on Dream Maker Realty. These episodes will be released every 2 to 3 weeks. In this firs t series Jude Botchway talks about his journey from working at UPS to owning multiple cash-flowing properties and the same time educating his community about the power of investing. You can follow his purposeful journey at www.judebotchway.com and instagram @jude.botchway. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iam...

#5 - The DJ Starting From Scratch Story: DJ Scratch tells his story of how his love for all types of music turned into becoming a legendary Toronto DJ

September 07, 2018 00:00 - 56 minutes - 19.3 MB

The legendary DJ Starting From Scratch shares his journey from playing with toy turntables as a kid to moving crowds in the thousands. He shares his story as a DJ for Usher, Russel Peters, and many more. This is one you don't want to miss. Stay in contact with DJ Starting From Scratch via www.startingfromscratch.com, follow him on Instagram @startingfromscratch. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks. 

#4 - The T By Daniel Story: Daniel Lewis tells his story of how he used a life threatening experience to create a tea company that brings positivity.

September 06, 2018 00:00 - 34 minutes - 12 MB

We got another good one for you your eardrums purposeful story family. Daniel Lewis will tell you his story of struggle all the way to using tea as an inspirational tool to impact lives in a positive way. Stay in contact with Daniel via www.tbydaniel.com, www.danielspeaks.ca, and follow him on Instagram @tbydaniel. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#3 - The Legal Swipe Story: Christien Levien takes his many life experiences and develops an app that changes the way we think about the law.

September 05, 2018 00:00 - 23 minutes - 8.08 MB

Christien Levien has made a powerful impact in a very simple way. He created an app that educates the public on how to deal with cops when being questioned, asked for ID, performing a search, or entering your home. In todays society it is hard to ignore some of the unfair treatment by law enforcement, which makes this app a game changer! You won't want to miss this one very informative and at the same time inspiring with a purpose! Connect with Christien on www.legalswipe.com, www.http://www...

#2 - The BizLaunch Story: Andrew Patricio tells his story of how he went from roasting peanuts to helping other businesses across the world.

September 04, 2018 00:00 - 38 minutes - 17.4 MB

In this episode I interview the extremely thorough Andrew Patricio. He has a unique way of helping business owners run their businesses. This guy has a powerful story to share with some amazing value points. You don't want to miss this one. Be sure to check out his work on www.bizlaunch.com. Don't forget to follow the purposeful story journey on www.iamkobi.com and www.instagram.com/iamkobitalks.

#1 - The Welcome Story By: Kobi Amponsah

September 03, 2018 09:00 - 3 minutes - 1.39 MB

Welcome to the Purposeful Story Podcast! Thank you so much for tuning in. We will be dropping episodes every Tuesday morning. There is so much wisdom interviewing these entrepreneurs, so tune in to this episode for the breakdown of the theme and why I started it in the first place. Live with purpose so all your actions are powerful!

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