The Called Podcast

I'll be honest - the past few weeks have been challenging, and I'll dive deeper into that in this episode. However, I have come to realize that reaching new dimensions requires us to go through a period of demolition. Because at the end of it all, the breakdown makes us broader and more effective in every area of life. I want you to thrive in your businesses and organizations. But more importantly, I want you to succeed in becoming whole in every aspect of your life. This week, I decided to flip the script and do things a bit differently. Normally, I discuss topics surrounding growth in leadership or ways to scale your business, but today might be the most vulnerable episode I've released to date. We discuss what it means to be CALLED to our respective spheres of influence, but if you don't get anything else, I want you to be Called to Wholeness. Family, I'll be taking a few weeks to recharge to come back with fresh content. In the meantime, I encourage you to listen to some of the episodes you may have missed or revisit the ones that impacted you. Also, don't forget to register for Called to Illuminate which will take place in Los Angeles on May 17th & 18th. Remember to share, rate, and review. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Called Family! As Valentine's Day approaches, I wanted to explore an age-old question - Do Love and Business Mix? This week, we'll rewind back to last year's Called Conference where I sat down with my bride, my best friend, and my business partner Sarah Jakes Roberts, as we discussed the dance of doing business with your partner. We'll talk about our experience balancing our personalities, respecting our business boundaries, and supporting each other to succeed in partnership. Regardless of whether you're in a romantic partnership or otherwise, as you apply these principles you will begin to see a significant impact on the success of your organization or business. Speaking of succeeding in your business, the Called to Illuminate experience is approaching quickly - have you registered yet? I hope you will join me in Los Angeles on May 17th & 18th. Be sure to register today while early-bird pricing is still available. Go to calledleaders.com/events to secure your spot. And if you've enjoyed The Called Podcast - don’t forget to share, rate, and review. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

There are certain traits that every great person has, but one trait has the ability to change the way you see yourself. The trait I’m referring to is consistency. Consistency helps you build self-trust by proving to yourself (and others) that you are the type of person who finishes what you start. The Bible talks about how a servant who was faithful over few, ended up becoming ruler over much. What many of us fail to realize is that our "big thing" is usually wrapped up in a "small thing", but we will never attain it if we don’t manage it with consistency.    Winning the Consistency Battle requires a commitment to finish your goals, no matter what life throws at you. Once you lock in with determination to win the war against inconsistency, you’ll experience breakthroughs in areas where you were once stagnant. I want to help you win this battle and I’ll even share some consistency killers that will try to distract you from finishing strong. This month, I want to challenge you to finish something you’ve been putting off and prove to yourself that you are consistent.    Family, don’t forget that The Called Conference is back on May 17th & 18th in Los Angeles, so be sure to register today! Don’t forget to share, rate, and review. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

When we deem something as valuable, we tend to treasure it and handle it with care. We are intentional about protecting it at all costs to ensure we are utilizing it to its full potential. But there is one currency we all have access to that is often misused and given away with no regard. That resource is none other than time.    Time is the one natural resource that constantly moves. Once it's gone, there’s nothing we can do to get it back. There are some practical tips I want to share with you that will help you to see time differently. Making incremental adjustments to how you spend your time can change the trajectory of your life. Because when we become aware of how we manage and budget our time, we can repurpose it to accelerate success in every area of our lives.    As we become more mindful about how we spend one of our most valuable resources, I want you to consider spending time at The Called Conference on May 17th and 18th in Los Angeles. We will gather together to be empowered, inspired, and activated into all God has CALLED us to do. Registration is open now!    Family, I love you! Continue to connect with me, and let me know if this episode blessed you. Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Recently, I had a conversation with a friend who shared that although we're only a few weeks into 2024, he was having difficulty tapping into his goals. It dawned on me that when we start setting new goals without renewing our identity - we can find ourselves slipping back into old habits. Until we hone in on the type of person we need to become to reach new heights, we'll continually find ourselves sabotaging the dreams of our future selves.    This week, I will be talking about The Mastery of Identity. You are more than you know. There is power in your mouth and your mind to launch you into all God has CALLED you to be. Every morning, I have disciplined myself to recite a 12-point identity statement that reminds me of who I am and the vision of my life. Today, my challenge to you is to create an identity statement, and I'll give you specific details about what your statement should include.    Family, I want to encourage you to send me your statement, and I'll read it on an upcoming episode to stand in agreement with you. Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

At the beginning of a new year, many of us set out with intentions to achieve great things. However, we often forget to revisit our goals from the previous year to see if we accomplished them.  You were created to do something remarkable, and I want to give you some practical tips to help you reach the goals you've set for 2024. We must understand that there is a rhythm to setting and achieving goals. Where most successful people kick in - the average person taps out. Grab your pen and notepad because I'm going to share some insights I've learned along the way that have helped me attain my goals over the years.  Family, did you know The Called Conference is back for 2024?! Have you registered yet? I promise, you won't want to miss this! I believe this season is putting a demand on leaders who are "Called to Illuminate" their sphere of influence. Join us in Los Angeles on May 17th & 18th. Registration is open today, and right now, we have special early-bird pricing. Go to calledleaders.com/events to secure your spot today!  Don’t forget to share, rate, and review. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Called Family! Last week, we discussed the importance of having a vision and pursuing it. This week, I will share some practical tips and tools to help you protect and prepare for the vision God has given you.    To protect your vision there are two things you'll need to do. First, you must write it down. Second, you have to protect your mind by maintaining the highest thought. Preparing for your vision is different. It requires you to go deeper by asking yourself thought provoking questions. Because once you know the what and why of your vision, it's imperative you understand the how.    Family, I'll also share a special announcement on today's episode that you don't want to miss, so stay tuned! Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Happy New Year, Called Family! I am thrilled to be back for Season 2 of The Called Podcast, and I have so much I want to share with you.    Before we get too far into 2024, I want to touch on a subject that can change the trajectory of your year. Today, we're going to be talking about vision. Nothing in life will move without a vision. And if you've been feeling stagnant or distracted - I challenge you to re-examine the vision you have for your life.    In order to realize and actualize your vision, you must pursue it, protect it, and prepare for it. This week, I'll share some practical steps on how you posture yourself to pursue your vision and achieve your goals.   Family, next week I'll be back to share how you protect and prepare for the vision God has given you. This season, we're going after all God has for us, and we won't stop until we obtain it.    Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Take some time this week to write your vision and make it plain. And remember - you're not random, you're Called! Learn more at calledleaders.com

From best-selling author, successful businessman, accomplished producer, sought-after speaker, and serial humanitarian Touré Roberts comes The Called Podcast. With conversations that are straight to the point and easy to digest, listeners will gain a distinct edge in their industry, career, endeavor, and calling. Whether an entrepreneur, professional, creative, or individual searching for tips, strategies, and fresh ideas, The Called Podcast is the dynamic growth and development resource that will equip you with powerful and practical tools for your journey to greatness.

Called Family! Let me start by saying I have missed you all tremendously. I was hoping to be back with you sooner, but in May I found myself hitting a wall and needed to take more time off than I anticipated. But I’m back to share some updates with you about where I’ve been, what’s been going on, and what I’ve learned along the way. This week, I’ll be talking about the importance of purpose, pivots, and precision. We’re all limited resources, but when these three things work together, we’re able to get the most out of who we are called to be. I’ll touch on how disruption often keeps us from destruction and share the importance of maintaining flexibility in all areas of our lives.  Family, this will be the last episode of The Called Podcast for 2023, but I’ll be back at the top of 2024 and I’m looking forward to what we’ll continue to build. Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Reach out and let me know what topics you’d like to hear more about in the new year. And remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

As leaders, we should begin thinking about our exit plan in our company or organization the moment we enter into it. We've discussed the importance of attaining and retaining and this week, I’ll share the importance of builidng something that remains. I'll talk about exits, succession, and successors and give you tools to build a legacy guaranteed to last beyond you.  This episode is the final episode of The Called Podcast for Season 1! Can you believe it? I hope you've learned some valuable lessons and strategies to help you become a better leader. We'll be back with some exciting new content and guests in September. Family, I love you and appreciate you. Thank you for all your support and feedback. Until next season, be sure to remember - you're not random, you're CALLED. 

Last week, we talked about the necessary tools that help us to attain the things we are CALLED to. If you missed pt. 1 of this conversation, stop what you’re doing now and go back to listen to it. This week, we’ll be building upon our discussion and focusing on how we retain our success after we have attained it.  Retaining success necessitates a commitment to learning and an unwavering dedication to growth. It requires humility, teachability, and a willingness to extend yourself beyond where you are. Next week we’ll wrap up this series and touch on how we build something that remains after we have mastered the art of attaining and retaining.  Family, this is our 21st episode of The Called Podcast! As we wrap up this series next week, I wanted to let you know that I will be taking a summer break to brainstorm some exciting ideas and potential guests for Season 2. Be sure to connect with me and share your suggestions for who you would like to hear from and what topics you would like us to cover. Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

As leaders, we all have something unique that we are CALLED to lay hold of. This specific thing is usually big, notable, and frightening - but it is also the very thing that God has ordained us to do. To achieve it we must possess faith, boldness, an unbelievable work ethic, laser focus, and more.  This week I’m beginning a 3-week series titled “The 3 Levels of Success”. In Week 1, I’ll be talking about how you attain success and will share some practical tools to help you master this first level. After you’ve attained success,   I’ll be back to share how you retain it in order to build something that remains.  Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Family, we’ve officially made it to the second half of the year. This is a time where many leaders track the progress they’ve made and decide what needs to be restructured in order to meet their goals. While we check our profits and losses within our companies, it's imperative that we take a moment to assess whether or not we’ve been profitable within.  This week I’m going to talk about “The Economy of Self”. Throughout this episode I’ll pose some insightful questions to help you evaluate the progress you’ve made internally. If you set aside time to answer these questions transparently, I believe you will receive fresh creativity, new innovation, and groundbreaking ideas that will propel you forward. Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Family, this week I’m thrilled to be back for part 2 of my conversation with wealth management expert Barry Queen II. If you haven't listened to part 1, make sure you do that now as we'll be building upon our discussion from last week. This episode is from a masterclass I held last month centered around the topic “Gaining a Financial Edge in Uncertain Times”.  Get ready to receive wisdom, tools, and financial strategy that will help set you up for success. Also, be sure to stay tuned because at the end of the episode Barry and I will have a special time of prayer that you don’t want to miss.  Don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Every successful business or organization needs capital in order to operate. Whether you’re the CEO of a startup, or an individual looking to go to the next level, gaining growing, and maintaining wealth in today’s volatile climate requires a certain level of insight, knowledge, and creativity. If we want to attain abundance and become good stewards over our finances, there are steps we need to take both internally and externally.  This week, I’ll be sharing powerful tips from an enlightening masterclass between myself and wealth management expert Barry Queen II, titled “Gaining a Financial Edge in Uncertain Times”. Be sure to tune in as Barry shares some phenomenal tools and strategies that will help give you the upper hand financially.  Family, don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Whether you’re a business leader or entrepreneur, one thing you will always have is an idea. These ideas can range from ways to scale your business to pitching the right investor to help fund the vision. But many leaders struggle taking their idea and turning it into a reality. In this episode, I’m sharing a snippet from Called to Mastery, where I sat down with Stacyann Russell, Founder and CEO of The Daraja Collective. Together, we discussed some steps to take you from ideation to actualization (and monetization) and shared some tools that every founder or business leader should implement.   Family, don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Last week, I had a lot of fun answering your questions about funding, timing, and mastery. If you haven’t listened to that episode, stop what you’re doing and go back to listen now. I shared some rich information that I believe will add great value to your life and I don’t want you to miss out.  This week, I’m back with part 2 and will be answering some exceptional questions from learning how to navigate uncharted territory to knowing the difference between persistence and annoyance. I’ll share some practical tools that, when applied, can help you progress in every area of your life.  Family, don’t forget to share, rate, and review today. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com

Oftentimes we have questions that can only be answered by experts. However, the biggest challenge can be finding someone to sit with you to provide some honest feedback. This week, we’re switching things up and doing just that! I’ve received some brilliant questions from many of you and I wanted to take the time to respond and share what I’ve learned throughout my experience.   Be sure to grab your notepad because this week and next I’ll be answering a variety of questions from how to fund your vision to discerning the difference between God’s plan and yours. Family, we’re about to dive deep and I’m going to give you tools to help you grow in every area of your life.  If you want to send a question for me to answer, it’s not too late. Go to calledleaders.com and submit your question today. Remember to share, rate, and review. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED!

Great leaders possess a specific skill set that equips them to lead with excellence when employed consistently. However, there are certain characteristics that one must master in order to lead their companies and teams successfully.  In this week's episode, I will share some key elements that every entrepreneur MUST get right. From storytelling to negotiating to having strong social skills — I touch on it all and give you tools that will help you sharpen your business etiquette so that you will never fail to scale in both your professional and personal lives.  More good news! This weekend, I introduced a new exclusive resource called Excel 360. If you’re ready to go deeper and learn on a higher and more comprehensive plane amongst peers of mutual levels of experience and impact, go to excel360.com today to learn more. Be sure to share, rate, and review. Subscribe now to never miss an episode, and remember, you’re not random - you’re CALLED! Learn more at calledleaders.com