by Ryan C. Greene
Ryan C. Greene's BORN TO BE DOPE! teaches you how to grow your leadership impact, influence & income by being unapologetically dope at being YOU! Join Ryan on this entertaining show as he interviews the culture's most impactful entertainers, leaders, entrepreneurs, and influencers about their journey to mastering, magnifying, and monetizing their unique dopeness for maximum success in business and life. Brought to you by GreeneHouse Media. Watch full episodes at: www.borntobedope.com
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May 5, 2026
<p>In this episode of <strong>Born To Be Dope</strong>, I sit down with licensed therapist and media personality Kiaundra Jackson to break down how she built a powerful personal brand from the ground up—and turned her expertise into a global platform.</p><p>From growing up in Compton to landing national TV appearances and building a thriving YouTube channel, Kiaundra shares exactly how consistency, strategy, and faith helped her expand her reach far beyond her local community.</p><p>If you’re a coach, speaker, or entrepreneur looking to <strong>build your brand, grow your audience, and monetize your message</strong>, this episode is your blueprint.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Learn in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>How to build a brand beyond your local network </li><li>The real strategy behind getting featured in media (without a huge following) </li><li>Why consistency matters more than talent when growing your platform </li><li>How to monetize your expertise through books, courses, and content </li><li>The truth about YouTube growth, algorithms, and making money online </li><li>How to handle criticism, negativity, and online hate as a creator </li><li>Why you must “make it easy for people to say yes to you” </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Moments:</strong></p><p>00:00 – Welcome to Born To Be Dope<br> 02:00 – Kiaundra’s journey from Compton to therapist<br> 05:00 – Using social media to grow your brand<br> 10:00 – How she landed media features & TV opportunities<br> 17:00 – When to hire a PR team<br> 25:00 – Monetizing your expertise (sleep money strategy)<br> 27:00 – Why YouTube became her main platform<br> 34:00 – Dealing with online hate and criticism<br> 43:00 – Inside YouTube creator programs & growth secrets<br> 50:00 – How to create high-performing thumbnails<br> 57:00 – Rapid fire questions</p><p> </p><p><strong>Connect with Kiaundra Jackson:</strong></p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KiaundraJackson<br> Website: https://www.kiaundrajackson.com<br> Instagram: @kiaundrajackson</p><p><br><strong>Resources & Links:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://keandrajackson.com/">Kiaundra Jackson - Official Website</a></li><li><a href="https://helpareporter.com/">Help a Reporter Out (HARO)</a></li><li><a href="https://creatoracademy.youtube.com/page/education">YouTube Creator Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=personal+branding">Books on Personal Branding</a></li><li><a href="https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9002587">Understanding YouTube Analytics</a></li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the channel to continue learning how to build your own dope media platform.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Get the full Born To Be Dope experience at <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com">https://www.borntobedope.com</a> </p><p> </p><p>Join the Born To Be Dope Leadership Cypher. Our community for leaders looking to 10x their leadership impact, influence, and income: <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com/cypher">https://www.borntobedope.com/cypher</a></p><p> </p><p>Get the eBook “Cracking The Content Creation Code” and register for the free live workshop: <a href="https://mypodcastpartner.com/code">https://mypodcastpartner.com/code</a></p><p> </p><p>Build your Authority Media Brand in the next 8-Week Media Camp: <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com/camp">https://www.borntobedope.com/camp</a> </p><p> </p><p>Subscribe to the Dope AF Blog: <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com/blog">https://www.borntobedope.com/blog</a> </p><p> </p><p>Follow Born To Be Dope on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/borntobedope">https://www.instagram.com/borntobedope</a> </p><p> </p><p>Follow Ryan C. Greene on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rygisdope">https://www.instagram.com/rygisdope</a> </p><p> </p><p>Get your Born To Be Dope Apparel: <a href="https://www.weardopetees.com">https://www.weardopetees.com</a></p><p> </p>
April 28, 2026
<p>So many people say they want to "go viral", but do you even know what that looks like for your brand? Are you wishing to go viral for popularity or for profitability? Are you truly prepared to take advantage of going viral if it happens? </p><p> </p><p>In this solo episode of Born To Be Dope, I break down my real experience with going viral across multiple social media platforms and what it actually means for your business. Everybody talks about going viral like it is the goal, but I walk you through what really happens when your content reaches thousands of people, including the feedback, the pressure, and the unexpected challenges that come with that level of visibility.</p><p> </p><p>I share what I learned from posts that performed well on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, and Facebook, and why views alone do not translate into growth, clients, or revenue. I also get honest about monetization and reveal how much a high performing post actually made, and why that number might surprise you.</p><p> </p><p>More importantly, I explain what you should be focused on instead if you are an author, speaker, coach, or content creator trying to build a real platform. This episode will help you shift your mindset from chasing views to building a strategy that turns your content into a true business asset.</p><p> </p><p>If you have ever said you want to go viral, this is the conversation you need to hear before it happens.</p><p> </p><p>Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the channel to continue learning how to build your own dope media platform.</p><p> </p><p>Get the full Born To Be Dope experience at https://www.borntobedope.com </p><p> </p><p>Join the Born To Be Dope Leadership Cypher. Our community for leaders looking to 10x their leadership impact, influence, and income: https://www.borntobedope.com/cypher </p><p> </p><p>Get the eBook “Cracking The Content Creation Code” and register for the free live workshop: https://www.mypodcastpartner.com/ebook </p><p> </p><p>Build your Authority Media Brand in the next 8-Week Media Camp: https://www.borntobedope.com/camp </p><p> </p><p>Subscribe to the Dope AF Blog: https://www.borntobedope.com/blog </p><p> </p><p>Follow Born To Be Dope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/borntobedope </p><p> </p><p>Follow Ryan C. Greene on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rygisdope </p><p> </p><p>Get your Born To Be Dope Apparel: https://www.weardopetees.com</p>
April 21, 2026
<p>In this episode, Dr. Rhonda Alexander shares her powerful journey from leadership to self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of redefining strength and setting healthy boundaries. Her insights help high-achieving women and men alike uncover how authenticity and vulnerability foster true leadership and well-being.</p><p><strong>Key Topics</strong></p><ul><li>The foundational role of early leadership lessons from family</li><li>How strength is often masked and what it truly means to be resilient</li><li>The significance of setting boundaries and practicing self-care</li><li>The journey of authentic leadership without losing oneself</li><li>How men can support women by cultivating compassion and emotional awareness</li><li>Practical steps for growing into a transformational leader while staying true to yourself</li></ul><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Rhonda Alexander and her leadership journey<br> 02:10 - Early leadership lessons from family influence<br> 04:30 - Overcoming an overworked career and starting her own enterprise<br> 07:24 - The breakdown that led to embracing authentic self-care<br> 09:20 - How writing her book uncovered collective challenges among Black women<br> 12:16 - The role of societal expectations in the "strong Black woman" stereotype<br> 14:39 - Rethinking what true strength looks like for Black women<br> 16:34 - The mask of strength and the importance of vulnerability<br> 18:44 - Healing by dealing with pain directly, not avoiding it<br> 20:13 - Redefining strength as knowing your capacity and setting limits<br> 21:33 - The power of boundaries and saying no confidently<br> 23:30 - Balancing sacrificial roles and preserving personal energy<br> 25:14 - The significance of boundaries in personal growth and identity<br> 27:28 - The process of shifting relationships when setting new boundaries<br> 29:39 - How authenticity enhances leadership presence<br> 31:42 - The peace that comes with self-care and saying no<br> 33:33 - Men’s roles in supporting women’s emotional health and development<br> 36:45 - The importance of compassion and vulnerability in Black relationships<br> 39:36 - Growing as a leader without losing personal authenticity<br> 41:44 - Embracing extraness and how it boosts confidence<br> 44:45 - The challenge of speaking one’s truth and standing out<br> 46:00 - How Dr. Rhonda's book "7 Dirty Secrets" came to life<br> 47:56 - Recognizing your own dope moment and self-worth<br> 48:36 - Lessons learned from early jobs and personal development<br> 49:42 - Embracing hobbies and hidden talents as part of self-identity<br> 52:39 - Turning what was once hidden into a superpower: extraness<br> 55:49 - Ryan’s superpower: creating safe spaces for others<br> 58:00 - The importance of authenticity in leadership and life<br> 59:25 - How to get the book and connect with Dr. Rhonda<br> 60:11 - Closing remarks on embracing your dope self and leadership</p><p><strong>Resources & Links</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://7dirtysecrets.net/">7 Dirty Secrets of a Strong Black Woman</a></li><li><a href="https://amazon.com/s?k=7+Dirty+Secrets+of+a+Strong+Black+Woman">Amazon: 7 Dirty Secrets of a Strong Black Woman</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/TheDrRonda">Dr. Rhonda Alexander - Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://linkedin.com/in/DrRhondaAlexander">Dr. Rhonda Alexander - LinkedIn</a></li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the channel to continue learning how to build your own dope media platform.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Get the full Born To Be Dope experience at <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com">https://www.borntobedope.com</a> </p><p> </p><p>Join the Born To Be Dope Leadership Cypher. Our community for leaders looking to 10x their leadership impact, influence, and income: <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com/cypher">https://www.borntobedope.com/cypher</a></p><p> </p><p>Get the eBook “Cracking The Content Creation Code” and register for the free live workshop: <a href="https://mypodcastpartner.com/code">https://mypodcastpartner.com/code</a></p><p> </p><p>Build your Authority Media Brand in the next 8-Week Media Camp: <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com/camp">https://www.borntobedope.com/camp</a> </p><p> </p><p>Subscribe to the Dope AF Blog: <a href="https://www.borntobedope.com/blog">https://www.borntobedope.com/blog</a> </p><p> </p><p>Follow Born To Be Dope on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/borntobedope">https://www.instagram.com/borntobedope</a> </p><p> </p><p>Follow Ryan C. Greene on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rygisdope">https://www.instagram.com/rygisdope</a> </p><p> </p><p>Get your Born To Be Dope Apparel: <a href="https://www.weardopetees.com">https://www.weardopetees.com</a></p><p> </p>
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Ryan C. Greene's BORN TO BE DOPE! teaches you how to grow your leadership impact, influence & income by being unapologetically dope at being YOU! Join Ryan on this entertaining show as he interviews the culture's most impactful entertainers, leaders, entrepreneurs, and influencers about their journey to mastering, magnifying, and monetizing their unique dopeness for maximum success in business and life.
Brought to you by GreeneHouse Media. Watch full episodes at: www.borntobedope.com
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