Root of Everything Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:18:17 -0400 https://rootofeverything.com en-us © 2026 Root of Everything yes Support this Podcast b0b078d4-037d-52a1-8d59-61a89d7c6f85 Jamar Root serial false Jamar Root hosts and interviews passionate people who have found success doing what they love. The goal is to inspire the listener to see the value in doing what you love and chasing your dream. This is done by bringing in different people with different passions and paths to success. Each episode the listener gets a glimpse into the reality of how someone found their passion and created success within it.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) passion, motivation, infinity, potential Jamar Root https://storage.buzzsprout.com/qrnp7m28p3w04ld929560tnv0vkq?.jpg Root of Everything https://rootofeverything.com Brenny Creative: How He Built a Thriving Photography Business In College Brenny Creative: How He Built a Thriving Photography Business In College Want to turn your passion for photography into a business? 📸 In this episode of The Root of Everything podcast, I sit down with Brenny Creative (Brent) to talk about how he built a thriving photography business while still in college.

He started with no clients, knocked on 100 doors, and turned his passion into a full-time career. Brent shares:
 ✅ How to get started in photography (even if you're a beginner)
 ✅ How to go from free work to paid clients
 ✅ Why building relationships is more important than just taking great photos
 ✅ How to create an experience, not just a service to stand out in the industry
 ✅ The grit and mindset needed to make it as a creative entrepreneur
Whether you're an aspiring photographer, videographer, or creative entrepreneur, this episode will inspire you to take action and build your dream business.
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The Root of Everything Podcast holds interviews with passionate people who have found success doing what they love, hosted by Jamar Root (@rootofjamar). The goal is to inspire the listener to see the value in doing what you love and chasing your dream. This is done by bringing in different people with different passions and paths to success. In each episode the listener gets a glimpse into different types of passions, the reality of how someone found their passion, and how they found and created success within it.

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]]> Want to turn your passion for photography into a business? 📸 In this episode of The Root of Everything podcast, I sit down with Brenny Creative (Brent) to talk about how he built a thriving photography business while still in college.

He started with no clients, knocked on 100 doors, and turned his passion into a full-time career. Brent shares:
 ✅ How to get started in photography (even if you're a beginner)
 ✅ How to go from free work to paid clients
 ✅ Why building relationships is more important than just taking great photos
 ✅ How to create an experience, not just a service to stand out in the industry
 ✅ The grit and mindset needed to make it as a creative entrepreneur
Whether you're an aspiring photographer, videographer, or creative entrepreneur, this episode will inspire you to take action and build your dream business.
📢 Subscribe for more inspiring stories of people turning their passions into success!

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The Root of Everything Podcast holds interviews with passionate people who have found success doing what they love, hosted by Jamar Root (@rootofjamar). The goal is to inspire the listener to see the value in doing what you love and chasing your dream. This is done by bringing in different people with different passions and paths to success. In each episode the listener gets a glimpse into different types of passions, the reality of how someone found their passion, and how they found and created success within it.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-16933158 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 5680 13 full false How to Go Viral as a Rapper: Find Your Voice & Get Discovered (Indie) | Thomas Austin Interview EP12 How to Go Viral as a Rapper: Find Your Voice & Get Discovered (Indie) | Thomas Austin Interview EP12 If you ever wanted to learn how to go viral as rapper then this is the right podcast episode to listen to. It can be hard to figure out your marketing as a music artist. Our guest Thomas Austin explains how to promote your music while giving away his best music marketing strategies that propelled him to millions of streams and views from his music. We also dive into how he found his passion in music and all the trials and tribulations in this journey.

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0:00 Intro
0:49 Who Really Is Thomas Austin
3:22 His Music Career Origin Story
8:07 The Mindset Needed Before You Blow Up
23:26 How To Pick the Right Job To Fund Your Dream
33:50 How To Chase Your Dream and Work 9 to 5
41:38 Patience in The Process is Key to Success
44:13 See Your Success Before Others Can (Enjoy The Process)
48:13 How To Stand Out In The Music Industry (Authenticity is Key)
52:27 Content Strategy That Led To MILLIONS of Music Streams
1:05:41 How Does It Feel To Get Millions of Streams on Your Music?
1:12:58 SECRET to Making Your Content VIRAL (Mindset Shift Required!)
1:17:22 How He Approached His First Album
1:19:46 Imposter Syndrome with Early Success 
1:21:38 No Such Thing As Work Life Balance?
1:28:54 Thomas Austin’s Biggest Dream
1:32:28 Truth About Secular Music You Need To Know
1:36:08 YALL ALMOST GOT ME CAM AND MASE
1:36:23 Outro

The Root of Everything Podcast holds interviews with passionate people who have found success doing what they love, hosted by Jamar Root (@rootofjamar). The goal is to inspire the listener to see the value in doing what you love and chasing your dream. This is done by bringing in different people with different passions and paths to success. In each episode the listener gets a glimpse into different types of passions, the reality of how someone found their passion, and how they found and created success within it.

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]]> If you ever wanted to learn how to go viral as rapper then this is the right podcast episode to listen to. It can be hard to figure out your marketing as a music artist. Our guest Thomas Austin explains how to promote your music while giving away his best music marketing strategies that propelled him to millions of streams and views from his music. We also dive into how he found his passion in music and all the trials and tribulations in this journey.

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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:49 Who Really Is Thomas Austin
3:22 His Music Career Origin Story
8:07 The Mindset Needed Before You Blow Up
23:26 How To Pick the Right Job To Fund Your Dream
33:50 How To Chase Your Dream and Work 9 to 5
41:38 Patience in The Process is Key to Success
44:13 See Your Success Before Others Can (Enjoy The Process)
48:13 How To Stand Out In The Music Industry (Authenticity is Key)
52:27 Content Strategy That Led To MILLIONS of Music Streams
1:05:41 How Does It Feel To Get Millions of Streams on Your Music?
1:12:58 SECRET to Making Your Content VIRAL (Mindset Shift Required!)
1:17:22 How He Approached His First Album
1:19:46 Imposter Syndrome with Early Success 
1:21:38 No Such Thing As Work Life Balance?
1:28:54 Thomas Austin’s Biggest Dream
1:32:28 Truth About Secular Music You Need To Know
1:36:08 YALL ALMOST GOT ME CAM AND MASE
1:36:23 Outro

The Root of Everything Podcast holds interviews with passionate people who have found success doing what they love, hosted by Jamar Root (@rootofjamar). The goal is to inspire the listener to see the value in doing what you love and chasing your dream. This is done by bringing in different people with different passions and paths to success. In each episode the listener gets a glimpse into different types of passions, the reality of how someone found their passion, and how they found and created success within it.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-15574415 Tue, 13 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 5925 22 full false Root of a Clothing Designer and Rap Artist | Jay Pacassa Interview | EP 11 Root of a Clothing Designer and Rap Artist | Jay Pacassa Interview | EP 11 In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing an all-around artist. Jay Pacassa is a Rapper and Clothing Designer for his brand, Pacassa. This episode gives insight into what his passions entail. But also has a rich focus on going all in for your dreams. If you are thinking about quitting that job or making a drastic change in your life for your dreams, you will love this episode!

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]]> In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing an all-around artist. Jay Pacassa is a Rapper and Clothing Designer for his brand, Pacassa. This episode gives insight into what his passions entail. But also has a rich focus on going all in for your dreams. If you are thinking about quitting that job or making a drastic change in your life for your dreams, you will love this episode!

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-14414223 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500 3102 21 full false Root of King Capers | EP 10 | Madden Streamer/Gamer/Content Creator Root of King Capers | EP 10 | Madden Streamer/Gamer/Content Creator This episode features Madden Twitch Streamer and Gamer, King Capers aka Kyree Capers. He tells the story of how he went from zero views on his streams to having viral videos and tons of supporters from him playing the game that he loves. He also outlines what it takes to become a successful streamer. There are lots of ups and downs in the journey to your dreams but his story shows it's possible if you never give up! So if want to learn how to grow your twitch stream organically, you are on the right episode!

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]]> This episode features Madden Twitch Streamer and Gamer, King Capers aka Kyree Capers. He tells the story of how he went from zero views on his streams to having viral videos and tons of supporters from him playing the game that he loves. He also outlines what it takes to become a successful streamer. There are lots of ups and downs in the journey to your dreams but his story shows it's possible if you never give up! So if want to learn how to grow your twitch stream organically, you are on the right episode!

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-14211441 Wed, 27 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0500 2352 20 full false Root of Recording Artist and Model| EP 9 | Daraja Superstar Root of Recording Artist and Model| EP 9 | Daraja Superstar This episode features Recording Artist and Artist, Daraja Superstar aka Daraja Medlock. Jamar and Daraja discuss how she found her passion and chased her dreams. They both talk about the key principles to reach success and the importance of believing in your dream.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-14120509 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 3237 19 full false Root of a Sports Content Creator | Dan Sarmiento | EP 8 Root of a Sports Content Creator | Dan Sarmiento | EP 8 Our guest Dan Sarmiento aka @dsarmyt  and founder of @ETSBSBL is one of the biggest baseball and sports content creators in the world. In this episode, Dan and Jamar discuss how Dan found his true passion of content creation and youtube while playing baseball and taking the leap of faith when he knew it was time. Dan also maps out what it took for him to reach success within content creation and YouTube.

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]]> Our guest Dan Sarmiento aka @dsarmyt  and founder of @ETSBSBL is one of the biggest baseball and sports content creators in the world. In this episode, Dan and Jamar discuss how Dan found his true passion of content creation and youtube while playing baseball and taking the leap of faith when he knew it was time. Dan also maps out what it took for him to reach success within content creation and YouTube.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-14019118 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3804 18 full false Root of a Visual Artist | EP7 Kyle Olani Adams Root of a Visual Artist | EP7 Kyle Olani Adams Our guest Kyle Olani Adams is a visual artist who specializes in black art. He has found success sketching/painting, filming/editing sports, etc. Kyle and Jamar discuss different topics such as freedom, the life of a creative, success, and passion that I am sure will inspire you to find what you love.

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]]> Our guest Kyle Olani Adams is a visual artist who specializes in black art. He has found success sketching/painting, filming/editing sports, etc. Kyle and Jamar discuss different topics such as freedom, the life of a creative, success, and passion that I am sure will inspire you to find what you love.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-13912245 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500 3798 17 full false Root of a Professional Soccer Player & Entrepreneur | EP6 Mohamed Coulibaly Root of a Professional Soccer Player & Entrepreneur | EP6 Mohamed Coulibaly Our guest Mohamed Coulibaly is a multifaceted individual who has found success on the soccer field and in multiple different businesses. Mo and Jamar discuss different principles of success and passion that I am sure will inspire you to dream even bigger!

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]]> Our guest Mohamed Coulibaly is a multifaceted individual who has found success on the soccer field and in multiple different businesses. Mo and Jamar discuss different principles of success and passion that I am sure will inspire you to dream even bigger!

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-13828470 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0400 4454 16 full false Will Agbaadem Interview Will Agbaadem Interview In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we went into the day in the life of usl two goalies. Our guest, Will Agbaadem, is the goalkeeper for the Philadelphia Lone Star FC in USL. He showed our host, Jamar, how to be a good soccer goalie. Throughout his goalkeeper training, he tried his best to give his best goalkeeper tips for beginners to Jamar. Be sure to watch all of it, Jamar did better than you think as a soccer goalie for a day. And that's not just because he's the one typing this lol.

Don't forget about the soccer goalkeeper interview!! Jamar was able to ask a bunch of questions on the goalkeeper's passions, motivations, and more.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we went into the day in the life of usl two goalies. Our guest, Will Agbaadem, is the goalkeeper for the Philadelphia Lone Star FC in USL. He showed our host, Jamar, how to be a good soccer goalie. Throughout his goalkeeper training, he tried his best to give his best goalkeeper tips for beginners to Jamar. Be sure to watch all of it, Jamar did better than you think as a soccer goalie for a day. And that's not just because he's the one typing this lol.

Don't forget about the soccer goalkeeper interview!! Jamar was able to ask a bunch of questions on the goalkeeper's passions, motivations, and more.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-8912434 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:00:00 -0400 1203 s2e5 15 full false Chairackz Interview Chairackz Interview In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we interview and go through the day in the life of an upcoming artist, Chairackz. Our host, Jamar, also gives his best effort at being a rapper for a day. He honestly started off with a horrible freestyle while the upcoming rapper, Chairackz freestyled naturally. 

The two then went to the studio to get the full expierce of being a music artist for a day. Chairackz made two songs while featuring Jamar in one. Jamar started off bad at the rapping but found some of his footing by giving us a couple bars.

After finishing the day in the life of an upcoming rapper, Jamar interviewed Chairackz on his passions, definition of success, personality, and mentality.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we interview and go through the day in the life of an upcoming artist, Chairackz. Our host, Jamar, also gives his best effort at being a rapper for a day. He honestly started off with a horrible freestyle while the upcoming rapper, Chairackz freestyled naturally. 

The two then went to the studio to get the full expierce of being a music artist for a day. Chairackz made two songs while featuring Jamar in one. Jamar started off bad at the rapping but found some of his footing by giving us a couple bars.

After finishing the day in the life of an upcoming rapper, Jamar interviewed Chairackz on his passions, definition of success, personality, and mentality.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-8885305 Mon, 19 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0400 1368 s2e4 14 full false Jessica Boakye Interview Jessica Boakye Interview In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we go through the day in the life of a female clothing designer, Jessica Boakye. She started as a teenage clothing brand owner at her highschool and is now living to tell the story. In this episode you can literally learn how to start a clothing brand as a teenager. After going through the day in the life of Jess, we then interview her to get even more details on what it means to be a female clothing brand owner.

If you are looking to buy from Jess's Brand, Jess For The Culture, you can shop from this website: https://www.jessfortheculture.com/

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we go through the day in the life of a female clothing designer, Jessica Boakye. She started as a teenage clothing brand owner at her highschool and is now living to tell the story. In this episode you can literally learn how to start a clothing brand as a teenager. After going through the day in the life of Jess, we then interview her to get even more details on what it means to be a female clothing brand owner.

If you are looking to buy from Jess's Brand, Jess For The Culture, you can shop from this website: https://www.jessfortheculture.com/

Follow us on Instagram for more content:  @rootofeverything
https://www.instagram.com/rootofeverything/

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-8848809 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -0400 1281 s1ep3 13 full false Nahsir Griffin Interview (Creative Content Creator) Nahsir Griffin Interview (Creative Content Creator) In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we go through a day in the life of a unique creator, Nahsir Griffin. He has really mastered how to make funny TikTok videos and shows us how. We also interview him to understand his passion and how he stays true to himself.

If you would like to support us so that we can keep inspiring the world to find and live through passion, then support us here:
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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast, we go through a day in the life of a unique creator, Nahsir Griffin. He has really mastered how to make funny TikTok videos and shows us how. We also interview him to understand his passion and how he stays true to himself.

If you would like to support us so that we can keep inspiring the world to find and live through passion, then support us here:
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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-8812491 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0400 1318 s2ep2 12 full false Nate Pierre-Louis Interview Nate Pierre-Louis Interview Former Temple University Basketball Point Guard and NBA Prospect joins Root of Everything to inspire viewers by displaying his process and explaining his passion. Our host, Jamar Root, also tries his best to go through his process with him. 

If you would like to support us so that we can keep inspiring the world to find and live through passion, then support us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rootof


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]]> Former Temple University Basketball Point Guard and NBA Prospect joins Root of Everything to inspire viewers by displaying his process and explaining his passion. Our host, Jamar Root, also tries his best to go through his process with him. 

If you would like to support us so that we can keep inspiring the world to find and live through passion, then support us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rootof


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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-8775224 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400 1519 s2e1 11 full false Selfish to Be Unselfish Selfish to Be Unselfish In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over the value of first being selfish so you can be unselfish. Too often we root ourselves in others plans for us instead of what we love. If you can prioritize yourself then you will be able to maximize your potential. With this max potential you can help people even more.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over the value of first being selfish so you can be unselfish. Too often we root ourselves in others plans for us instead of what we love. If you can prioritize yourself then you will be able to maximize your potential. With this max potential you can help people even more.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-7597726 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0500 773 s1e10 10 full false Start Now Start Now In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over why you need to start now. We also talk about the importance of Betting on Yourself and Surrounding Yourself with Likeminded People.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over why you need to start now. We also talk about the importance of Betting on Yourself and Surrounding Yourself with Likeminded People.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-7465636 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500 1107 s1e9 9 full false Healthy Balance Healthy Balance In this episode of the Root of Everything podcast we cover the need of having a balance of certain mindsets. They include Arrogance/Humbleness and Full Control/Life is Unpredictable.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything podcast we cover the need of having a balance of certain mindsets. They include Arrogance/Humbleness and Full Control/Life is Unpredictable.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-7316215 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500 775 s1e8 8 full false Never Compare Never Compare In this episode of the Root of Everything podcast, we go over why you should never compare yourself to anyone else. We explain this by showing you how you can have a different definition of success, plan, and timing than others.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything podcast, we go over why you should never compare yourself to anyone else. We explain this by showing you how you can have a different definition of success, plan, and timing than others.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-7231780 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500 1698 s1e7 7 full false Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable In this episode of the Root of Everything podcast, we go over the importance of embracing being uncomfortable. The ability to embrace being uncomfortable gives you the opportunity to grow!

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-7120321 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500 1024 s1e6 6 full false Your Impossible Is Possible Your Impossible Is Possible In this episode of the Root of Everything. We go over what impossible/possible is and if you should be shooting for things that are “impossible”.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything. We go over what impossible/possible is and if you should be shooting for things that are “impossible”.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-7029274 Mon, 28 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0500 806 s1e5 5 full false Infinity Decimal Infinity Decimal In this episode of the Root of Everything we go over a concept to help you practice getting to the root of everything.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-6928109 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500 395 s1e4 4 full false Think Independently Think Independently In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over the elements of thinking Independently. You first have to rethink your past. Then adjust how you confront your present situations. We also go over the value of innovation.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-6833494 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500 995 s1e3 3 full false Why They Are Scared of You Why They Are Scared of You In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over the reasons people don’t want you to be you and find your passion. There are two reasons. Either they are scared you won’t succeed or they are scared because you can succeed. We also go over the importance of influence.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over the reasons people don’t want you to be you and find your passion. There are two reasons. Either they are scared you won’t succeed or they are scared because you can succeed. We also go over the importance of influence.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-6727837 Mon, 07 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500 895 s1ep2 2 full false Your Biggest Advantage Your Biggest Advantage In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over your biggest advantage. It is you and your uniqueness. Nobody can take that from you. This is the first step in finding your passion. If you commit to being yourself then you make your passion available. The steps we take in this episode are: why it’s your biggest advantage, why authenticity is beautiful, and how to be authentic.

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]]> In this episode of the Root of Everything Podcast we go over your biggest advantage. It is you and your uniqueness. Nobody can take that from you. This is the first step in finding your passion. If you commit to being yourself then you make your passion available. The steps we take in this episode are: why it’s your biggest advantage, why authenticity is beautiful, and how to be authentic.

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]]> Jamar Root Buzzsprout-6614425 Mon, 30 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1270 s1e1 1 full false