Jamal Miller, the founder of Miller Media Group and a purpose-driven entrepreneur, shares his remarkable journey from relying on food stamps to building a multi-million dollar media company. He emphasizes the value of chasing purpose over profit and reveals his groundbreaking "Circle of Purpose" framework. Jamal discusses the importance of redefining success, the spiritual breakthroughs that transformed his life, and his experiences launching a brand with his wife, urging listeners to sow into purpose even amid struggles.
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Unexpected Path to Marriage
Jamal Miller's path to marriage began with a divine message: "You're so focused on getting married, you have no idea what it takes to stay married."
This led him to study marriage for two years before meeting his wife, Natasha, on Facebook.
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Viral Love Story to Business
Their love story video, initially intended for family and friends, gained 40,000 views on YouTube.
One comment questioning its authenticity sparked their blog, "Married and Young."
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First Book Launch Disappointment
Following a friend's advice, Jamal wrote a book in 90 days, expecting massive sales due to blog traffic.
The book only made $1,000, a major disappointment, but sparked a realization about sales.
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The Road Less Stupid is a business guide that emphasizes the need to minimize dumb decisions and maximize critical thinking. The book, written by Keith J. Cunningham, highlights the concept of 'dumb tax' – the financial and emotional costs of making poor business decisions. It advocates for regular 'Thinking Time' to reflect on business challenges, separate problems from symptoms, and make informed decisions. The book is structured with short chapters and reflective questions to help business owners improve their decision-making skills and avoid costly mistakes[2][4][5].
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Struggling with clarity in your business? Feeling stuck in transition or unsure how to pivot your brand or purpose? In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Influential Personal Brand podcast, AJ Vaden sits down with Jamal Miller—founder of Miller Media Group and a purpose-driven entrepreneur who went from food stamps to leading a $3M launch in just 30 days.
Together, they unpack the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of what it really looks like to chase purpose over profit, build a thriving brand with your spouse, and navigate the highs and lows of success—all while staying aligned with your calling. Jamal shares his personal transformation from youth pastor to 7-figure business owner, the spiritual breakthroughs that changed his life, and the mindset shifts that helped him scale without losing his soul.
If you're in a season of transition, feeling overwhelmed, or searching for a breakthrough, this episode is for you. You’ll also learn the secret behind his "Circle of Purpose" framework and the business philosophy that led him to build brands that make both impact and income.
Don’t miss:
How Jamal and his wife built a personal brand from a viral love story
The danger of chasing money over meaning
Why every entrepreneur needs to constantly redefine success
The power of sowing into purpose—even when you have nothing
Jamal’s top advice for getting unstuck and growing faster
This episode is packed with purpose, strategy, and truth—and will leave you inspired to take bold, aligned action.
Ready to turn your mess into your message and build a brand that actually makes a difference? Start by booking your Free Brand Call with Brand Builders Group today!
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