I had the absolute pleasure of catching up with my friend and local powerhouse, Kalim Johnson, on this special episode of the Life, Love, and Hustle Podcast. Kalim, a community investor, advocate, and entertainment manager, has been making waves in Western Maryland by investing in real estate and organizing monumental events like the Black Economic Empowerment Summit and concerts with Life Jennings. As a 44-year-old dreamer, thinker, and hard worker, Kalim's ultimate goal is to create the best possible life for himself, his family, and those around him. Together, we explored the crucial importance of fostering positivity and support in our children's lives. Kalim shared how he teaches his son about being powerful, beautiful, and black, instilling confidence in a world that can sometimes be harsh. We also discussed the significance of not only verbalizing our dreams as adults but ensuring our children feel supported in chasing their own aspirations. It's all about equipping our kids with the armor they need to take on whatever the world throws at them. Furthermore, Kalim and I delved into the impact and responsibility that comes with social activism. We examined the power of moral persuasion and the importance of trust within the community, as well as the potential for manipulation when emotions are running high. Lastly, we touched on the importance of understanding your target market and focusing on your own journey. Throughout our conversation, Kalim shared invaluable insights about taking risks, learning from mistakes, and the incredible power of trust in our communities. Don't miss out on this engaging and inspiring chat with Kalim Johnson!
(0:00:02) - Entrepreneurship, Community Investing, and Friendship
Kalim Sharif Johnson, a 44-year-old dreamer, investor, advocate, and entertainment manager, shares his journey of creating events and investing in real estate.
(0:08:59) - Imagination, Belief, and Passing the Baton
Kalim's journey of pain and success, guided by his uncle, led to a life outside his neighborhood.
(0:14:59) - Parenting and the Power of Positivity
Kalim and I discuss positivity, verbalizing dreams, and being aware of how we talk to children.
(0:29:03) - Impact and Responsibility in Social Activism
Kalim and I discuss trust, moral persuasion, responsibility, and the difficulty of gaining trust.
(0:37:28) - Finding Your Audience
Kalim and I discuss understanding target markets, taking risks, moral persuasion, and creating marketing strategies.