Gifts are not for us; they are tools to help the world out there. How do you juggle multiple talents with everything you’re doing to fulfill your purpose and be the best version of yourself?

Today, Alex (Allie) Glenn joins us on the show as we explore her journey as a multi-talented artist and businesswoman.

Alex is a Singer/Songwriter under Allie Capo music, the owner of Capo Vintage, a collection of upcycled vintage clothing, and a graduate of NCCU with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication & a Master's degree in Public Administration.

In this episode, we dive into Alex’s multi-talents (music & fashion), using them to fulfill her purpose and juggling in between everything she’s doing to become the best version of herself. She also expounds on getting your priorities right based on short and long-term goals, an interesting meet-up story with her business coach, and why investing in a coach is the best decision she ever made!

Moreover, she shares her musical journey from age six, challenges in exploring her different talents, as well as transitioning from a solo entrepreneur to finding a team and delegating responsibilities.

Timestamps

[00:20] Introducing today’s guest

[01:42] Hot seat questions with Alex

[07:41] Why Alex decided to stay at North Carolina Central University twice and pursue her master's degree

[11:38] Alex’s passion for relational science and interesting human relationships she has come across

[17:12] Alex’s culture shock on joining college

[19:16] How she’s able to juggle everything that she is doing at the moment

[21:34] Alex’s thought process in prioritizing. What does prioritizing look like for her?

[26:14] How Alex found her business coach and the kind of relationship they have

[36:51] Alex’s journey spearheading the local market exchange

[40:58] How long has she been in the singing & songwriter industry

[43:15] An Artist she looks up to

[45:52] Challenges she has had to navigate throughout her journey with multiple talents

[51:30] Alex’s journey shifting from a solo entrepreneur to delegating her responsibilities to a team

[55:33] Advise anyone struggling with vulnerability in terms of their gifts

[58:21] Tips to keep going with your talent

[59:38] How to connect with Alex Glenn

Notable Quotes

“Only get a degree if it makes sense to your career.” (09:43-09:47)
“Our gifts are not for us. Our gifts are just tools to help the world out. “ (47:13-47:21)
“You need to post something at least seven times for people to grasp it.” (48:47-48:50)
“You have to spend money to make money.” (54:10-54:13)
“There is always one YOU in this world, and only YOU are capable of producing what is in you.” (58:48-58:56)

Let’s Connect

Connect with Alex Glenn on Instagram

Personal Page: https://www.instagram.com/allie_capo/

Fashion Page: https://www.instagram.com/capovintage_/

Music Page:https://www.instagram.com/alliecapomusic_/

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LinkedIn: Phillip ‘Phenom’ Robinson

Website: https://sitwithphenom.com/