Outlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah Ashong

Niiamah Ashong
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Aug 9, 2025 • 39min

How to Play in Life's Bigger Leagues | Victor Jose, Timi Awesu, Ridwan Gbolagade | Throwback | Ep 812

"You always need upgrade your phone apps... so for human beings, you just have to be curious about what's the next update?" Timi AwesuJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Victor Jose @victorjose, Timi Awesu @timiawesu, and Ridwan Gbolagade @reedleroi in this throwback episode for an inspiring discussion about breaking through self-imposed limits. These accomplished professionals share how they've expanded their impact by constantly reinventing themselves and playing in bigger leagues.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction to roundtable discussion0:42 - Victor introduces consulting work2:16 - Timi shares multiple roles4:38 - Ridwan describes HR consulting6:35 - Discussing confidence and growth10:29 - Training program development insights12:14 - Nobody has all answers15:47 - Continuous personal development discussion18:15 - Breaking through limiting beliefs22:02 - Playing in bigger leagues26:38 - Power of influence discussion29:12 - Mindset and barriers exploration34:40 - Closing thoughts and contactsEnter Victor Jose's World:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Timi Awesu's World:Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube Enter Ridwan Gbolagade's World:Instagram | Twitter Continue into Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | WebsiteEpisode initially aired on: 2/6/2025
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Aug 8, 2025 • 47min

Turn Your Diverse Experiences Into Your Business Advantages | Christina Marlett, Brandon Hart, Chris Denson | Ep 811

"Change the way you look at things, and the things you look at will begin to change." Chris DensonJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Christina Marlette, Brandon Hart, Chris Denson as they reveal how being multi-passionate isn't a weakness, it's your secret weapon. Discover why doing what makes you feel "fully alive" trumps finding your purpose every time.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 Multi passionate trailblazers roundtable discussion1:13 Christina shares energy game philosophy1:38 Brandon discusses faith and development3:11 Chris explains ingenuity and clarity4:54 Therapy helped blend personalities8:29 Brandon overcame depression through development11:23 Watching inner courtroom drama thoughts16:21 Ugly, awkward dancing returns unexpectedly25:30 Confidence borrowed across different areas42:15 Brandon is publishing a poetry book soonEnter Christina Marlett's World:Instagram | YouTubeEnter Chris Denson's World:Instagram Continue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 7, 2025 • 42min

Connection Not Conversion Builds Lasting Profits | Maria Ross | Ep 810

"If you don't have your house in order internally, the external is just a facade, and people see through that very quickly." Maria RossJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and strategist Maria Ross as they expose empathy as the ultimate competitive advantage. Learn why solo entrepreneurs need empathy most and how it builds influence without forceful authority.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 Empathy drives radical business success1:54 Secret ingredient of effective marketing4:53 Two books tackle empathy challenges8:25 Inner game creates outer success12:06 Empathy definition breaks common myths17:06 Investment mindset beats quick fixes24:41 Human capital needs optimization, too30:15 Influence through genuine connection building35:24 Leadership requires an appropriate empathy balance39:34 Time prioritization determines empathy successEnter Maria Ross's World:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter / X  | LinkedIn | Youtube | WebsiteContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook |Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 6, 2025 • 49min

Steward Your Energy Toward Service Rather Than Just Growth | Patrina Wisdom, Eloy Garcia, Jenevy Sims | Ep 809

"Build from identity, not image. Build on truth, not trends. Build on clarity, not comparison." Jenevy SimsJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Patrina Wisdom, Eloy Garcia, and Jenevy Sims, exploring the edge between moving forward and truly leveling up in business and life. Learn how to build from identity not image and why collaboration beats competition every time.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on Youtube!--Timestamps:0:00 Introducing three incredible trailblazers0:46 Patrina: Moving from hustle to harmony2:10 Eloy: Elevating intrapersonal relationships through skills3:07 Jenevy: Creating purposeful connections for impact5:27 Eloy: Navigating intergenerational and poly relationships9:38 Patrina: Solo podcasting makes palms sweaty12:00 Body signals indicate next level expansion15:01 Building from identity not image matters22:39 Energy stewardship during humanity's challenging times29:12 Learning to collaborate authentically after betrayalEnter Eloy Garcia's World:LinkedInEnter Jenevy Sims' World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 5, 2025 • 49min

Authentic Purpose Beats Perfect Strategy | Alicia Jessop, Simone Muschett, Marli Williams, Dave Clare | Ep 808

"When you lean into that authenticity and what you believe to be the calling on your life, and you pursue it with full force for the entirety of your life, you are bound to make a mark." Alicia JessopJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Alicia Jessop, Simone Muschett, Marli Williams, Dave Clare exploring why most people confuse passion with love when true passion means your willingness to suffer for your purpose. Learn how four trailblazers broke through perfectionism to scale their impact authentically.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 Purpose driven trailblazers panel begins1:08 Authenticity equals highest frequency energy2:02 Evolving world through purpose leadership2:43 Trauma storytelling builds self knowledge4:28 Intentional alignment with business goals7:03 Service creates meaningful life direction12:15 Evolution through identity capital building16:52 Passion means willingness to suffer19:46 Burnout happens from misaligned choices31:27 Perfection paralysis blocks business growthEnter Alicia Jessop's World:Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | LinkedIn Enter Simone Muschett's World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Marli Williams' World:Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Dave Clare's World:Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTubeContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 4, 2025 • 50min

Your True North Is Inside You | Clifford Fisher, Polish Peter Kolat, Ursula Alchemy, Anke Herrmann, Leah Crowfoot | Ep 807

"Instead of fitting in, we just do our thing. We're defining success in our life versus letting the world define it." Cliff FisherJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Clifford Fisher, Polish Peter Kolat, Ursula Alchemy, Anke Herrmann, and Leah Crowfoot as they share their biggest fears about leveling up. Uncover the spiral staircase pattern that keeps showing up in every entrepreneur's journey.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 Roundtable introduction with five entrepreneurs1:09 Cliff shares chiropractic business journey1:18 Polish Peter discusses life coaching transformation2:29 Ursula explains astrology and soul guidance3:30 Anke talks tech support pivot5:15 Leah describes accounting business evolution8:25 Discussing what carries through reinventions21:29 Exploring recurring fears and patterns30:16 Investment costs of authentic living38:18 Current edge projects and goalsEnter Polish Peter Kolat's World:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Ursula Alchemy's World:Instagram | YouTubeEnter Anke Herrmann's World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Enter Leah Crowfoot's World:Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTubeContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 3, 2025 • 42min

How Trailblazers Stay Authentic | Sha Sparks, Zaakirah Muhammad, Lisa Guillot, Jae Carter | Ep 806

"You can't save everybody. You can't save everybody... started talking to the people who wanted to be talked to, and showing the people who wanted to be shown." Jae CarterJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Shay Sparks, Zaakirah Muhammad, Lisa Guillot, Jae Carter as they reveal the hidden superpowers that drive outlier success. Discover why authentic listening, strategic self-care, and betting on yourself are the invisible keys to building unstoppable businesses.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 Roundtable introduction with four trailblazers0:42 Shay explores curiosity and AI1:30 Zaakirah advocates for invisible disabilities2:11 Lisa helps build thought leadership2:47 Jae disrupts education systems4:33 Authentic listening versus responding8:07 Productivity's double-edged sword problem12:11 Betting on yourself always19:21 Business strategies that work30:47 Pushing envelopes despite criticismEnter Sha Sparks' World: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Zaakirah Muhammad's World:Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Lisa Guillot's World:Instagram | LinkedIn Enter Jae Carter's World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 2, 2025 • 48min

Fix Your Nerves Fix Your Business | Evan H Hirsch, MD, Shilamida Kupershteyn | Ep 805

"When you really start to learn who you are, you start to fall in love with yourself, and that's when nervous system regulation becomes possible." Shilamida KupershteynJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Dr. Evan Hirsch & Shilamida Kupershteyn as they reveal why nervous system regulation trumps hustle culture for true success. Discover the mindset practices that separate outliers from everyone else.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:41 Evan shares his physician-to-entrepreneur journey1:31 Shilamida Kupershteyn explains awakening people's freedom2:47 Success secrets most people miss6:48 Nervous system regulation changes everything14:40 Energy management beyond time management20:32 Current edge projects causing growth29:13 Navigating persevere versus pivot moments32:59 Keys to success people avoid38:08 Questioning the millionaire success myth44:38 How to connect with guestsEvan Hirsch's World:Facebook | TikTok | Twitter | YouTube | WebsiteContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Aug 1, 2025 • 47min

Build Confidence Through Scared Action | Shamarcus Nimmer, Steve Smith, Shelbe Chang | Ep 804

"Don't measure your progress with someone else's yardstick." Steve SmithJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Shamarcus Nimmer, Steve Smith, Shelby Chang as they reveal why confidence isn't something you're born with - it's something you bake like a cake. Discover the counterintuitive listening strategies that turn fear into your greatest business advantage.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:39 Confidence cake building approach1:34 Inner confidence development focus2:34 Identity shift transformation game4:29 Authority through authentic leadership8:45 Listening creates client roadmaps13:35 Questions reveal competitor pricing17:07 Confidence enables natural listening24:59 Fear dissolves through action29:12 Book writing breakthrough moment43:32 Everyone tells stories differentlyEnter Steve Smith's World:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | YoutTubeContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community
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Jul 31, 2025 • 45min

External Validation: The Hidden Killer of Entrepreneurial Success | George Monty, Karen Laos, Marcel Petitpas, Indraneel Cosmos Samaddar, Shawn Richards, Delphine Ang | Ep 803

"If you want to be massively successful, you cannot care about what people are thinking about you." Cosmos SamaddarJoin Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and George Monty, Karen Laos, Marcel Petitpas, Indraneel Cosmos Samaddar, Shawn Richards, Delphine Ang as they share what happens when your back's against the wall. The mindset shifts that turn crisis into breakthrough moments.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.--Check out the video episode on YouTube!--Timestamps:0:00 Outliers describe their personal games1:31 Becoming your best self3:04 Financial freedom chess strategy4:26 Challenge yourself, meet people5:51 Making friends with feelings7:07 Escaping self-doubt prison10:23 Growing without losing relationships25:28 External validation destroys dreams31:22 Same problems, different levels40:57 Connect and key takeawaysEnter George Monty's World: WebsiteEnter Karen Laos' World: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Marcel Petitpas' World:Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTubeEnter Indraneel Cosmos Samaddar's World:Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeEnter Shawn Richards' World:LinkedInEnter Delphine Ang's World: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeContinue in Outlier's Edge World:Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | Website | Guild Community

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