Episode Description: In this powerful episode of Awaken with Oliver, Oliver and Akeem Shannon walks you through the real-world path of starting with nothing and building something meaningful. From the importance of giving to practical advice on starting a side hustle, buying and selling, and understanding contracts, this episode blends spiritual insight with grounded strategy. Oliver and Akeem Shannon also explores the emotional layers of growth, from self-expression to the role of children, education, and the overwhelming influence of social media. It’s a full-circle conversation that bridges both personal empowerment and practical entrepreneurship. Whether you’re just starting out, feeling stuck, or looking to reconnect with your purpose — this one’s for you. 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if this episode resonated with you! 📲 Follow us for more content: Follow Oliver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliver Want to regain control of your life from modern-day stress, anxiety, and influence? Check out my FREE course - take control!     http://www.talkwitholiver.com 🔔 Turn on notifications for new episodes every week! Timestamp: 00:00 - Intro   02:35 - Thanks to Subscribers   06:09 - Giving   08:29 - How to Start a Side Hustle with Nothing   17:05 - Anotion Buying   20:55 - Documents Needed   23:47 - Car Renting Contract Tips   24:48 - Emotional Expression   31:02 - Buying and Selling   31:57 - Children and Attention   34:40 - Education   35:50 - Social Media   37:56 - Starting Something New   Guest Bio: Akeem Shannon – Story Architect | Entrepreneur | Speaker Akeem Shannon is a Story Architect, serial entrepreneur, and dynamic speaker who helps businesses and organizations scale through the power of strategic storytelling. As the founder of Flipstik, he took a late-night idea inspired by NASA technology and transformed it into a nationally recognized brand, earning a deal on Shark Tank, distribution in over 3000 retailers including Target and AT&T and a spot on Inc. Magazine’s 50 Fastest Growing Consumer Brands. His journey—from college dropout to CEO—is a testament to the power of resilience, reinvention, and relentless storytelling. Akeem’s expertise in business storytelling has led him to share insights on some of the world’s biggest stages, including SXSW and CES, and earned him invitations to speak at Salesforce, Facebook, Google, and other industry leaders. He works with founders, executives, and organizations to help them refine their messaging, captivate their audience, and build brands that resonate. Through his 3456 Storytelling Framework, Akeem teaches organizations how to craft compelling narratives that convert audiences into loyal customers, engaged employees, eager investors, and passionate advocates. Whether guiding a startup to a winning pitch or helping a Fortune 500 leader communicate with impact, Akeem’s mission is simple: Your business grows when your story flows!    Hashtags  #AwakeWithOliver #StartFromNothing #SideHustleJourney #EmotionalGrowth #SpiritualEntrepreneurship #MindsetShift #PurposeDrivenLife #SelfDiscovery #ConsciousLiving #GiveAndGrow

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