Konnected Minds Podcast – Episode Summary

Episode Title: Building Kingdom Social Media: How serving others first unlocked my wealth
Host: Derrick Abaitey
Guest: David (Last name unmentioned, founder of Kingdom Social Media)
Date: October 16, 2025

Overview

In this engaging episode, Derrick Abaitey interviews David, founder of Kingdom Social Media. The conversation centers around how serving others and aligning with a higher vision led to David’s business breakthrough and personal wealth. David shares his journey from corporate social media manager to successful entrepreneur, emphasizing the transformative power of helping others, maintaining vision, and discovering one’s unique gifts.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Transition from Dream Job to Purposeful Business (00:00–04:20)

• Background:
  David recounts his role overseeing social media for a company spanning 26 countries and how his faith inspired the inception of Kingdom Social Media:

  • “God spoke idea said I want you to use media to impact the kingdom.” (00:19)
  • During his corporate tenure, a pivotal book—Caught Between a Dream and a Job by Dr. De la Tourman—shifted David’s mindset on transitioning from career to calling.
  • His initial intention was a 2.5-year transition, but it became a 4.5-year journey balancing his day job and new business.

• Relentless Hustle:
  David’s work schedule was grueling, juggling a full day job and full-time business for six months:

  • “For six months straight, I'm working round the clock. Right. I'm sleeping very minimally, but that's what it took to get there.” (01:47)

• Key Pivot:
  Initial service offerings were broad, but focusing on speakers, coaches, and consultants led to growth:

  • “We initially are helping everybody. And then we zone in... That's where we focused. And when we started to do that, that's when we started to see an incline.” (02:25)

2. Wealth Creation through Serving Others First (02:55–04:20)

• The Wealth Mindset Shift:
  David highlights the need to cut off comfortable but less fulfilling options to pursue greatness:

  • “To get something greater, you may need to cut off things that aren't as great. They're good things, but they're not the great things for you.” (02:44)

• Serving as the Secret to Wealth:
  The core message: David only achieved significant financial milestones after helping his clients succeed first.

  • “I was able to create wealth by creating wealth for others....You help other people get what they want, you’ll get what you want in life.” (03:30)
  • “I didn't have my first six figure day. First I helped my clients have six figure days and then I had mine. I didn't hit my millions until I helped my clients hit millions.” (03:47)

3. Vision and Path to Growth for Everyday Entrepreneurs (04:43–09:01)

• Narrowing Focus:
  To scale rapidly, clear vision is crucial. High vision leads to strategic moves (e.g., partnerships).

  • “The vision of what we want to accomplish, it makes what we want to do a concise path. I can't get there with a wide path. It's a narrow path.” (05:18)
  • “If it's something that you can accomplish on your own, I believe the vision is not strong enough. Your vision from God will be something where you need the help of others and you need the help of God himself.” (06:24)

• Strategic Service and Partnerships:
  David demonstrates how to add value in any industry, such as fashion wholesaling, by serving influential players—even for free:

  • “You can build value without any money.” (07:54)
  • “That’s exactly how I started my first major client. Shout out to Dr. De la Torre McNeil. I served him for free for years… And that relationship has opened… I can't even tell you how many doors.” (08:11)

• The Power of Your Gift (Not Money):
  Encourages listeners that their gift, not just capital, opens doors:

  • “Bible says your gift makes room for you. Doesn’t say money makes room for you.” (08:35)

4. Discovering Your Unique Gift and Calling (09:03–End)

• Key Self-Discovery Questions:
  David provides a practical framework for uncovering your ‘gift’:
  • What makes you angry? (Motivations stirred by injustice or passion—example: Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
  • What would you do for free? (Intrinsic enjoyment and fulfillment)
  • What would you still do if you were already wealthy? (Purpose beyond financial reward)
  • What comes naturally to you? (Innate talents*)
  • “I want people to know that God has given them value into the marketplace.” (09:46)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Transition and Vision:
  “To get something greater, you may need to cut off things that aren’t as great. They're good things, but they’re not the great things for you.” — David, (02:44)

• On Serving First:
  “I was able to create wealth by creating wealth for others… You help other people get what they want, you’ll get what you want in life.” — David, (03:30)

• On Gift over Money:
  “Bible says your gift makes room for you. Doesn’t say money makes room for you.” — David, (08:35)

• On Discovering Your Calling:
  “What makes you angry?... That’s why I’m so passionate about gifting. I want people to know their gift.” — David, (09:46)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00–02:55: David’s transition from corporate to starting Kingdom Social Media
• 02:55–04:20: Principle of serving others before self and achieving wealth
• 04:43–07:13: Building vision, forming partnerships, and practical examples for entrepreneurs
• 07:13–09:01: Value of service, starting from any position, and leveraging personal gifts
• 09:03–End: Framework for discovering personal gifts and deepening purpose

This episode is a compelling masterclass for anyone seeking purpose-driven wealth through meaningful service, uncompromising vision, and using their God-given gifts.