Epic Spotlight Podcast

Talmar Anderson is a CEO catalyst on a mission to help business owners break free from the daily grind and step fully into true leadership. As the founder of Boss HQ, co-founder of The Time Machine Agency, and host of the Rock Your Bossitude podcast, she works with entrepreneurs who are ready to stop being stuck in the weeds and start leading scalable, sustainable businesses. With a bold vision to impact 100,000 business owners and help create 500,000 jobs, Talmar specializes in leadership development, strategic hiring, and organizational frameworks that turn overwhelmed operators into confident CEOs. Her work goes beyond growth; she helps business owners become the leaders their companies have been waiting for.

In this episode, Dante and Talmar discuss:
Why most business owners get stuck wearing every hat and how to break free
The difference between facilitators, managers, and true implementation leaders
How the span of capacity limits growth and creates hidden leadership crises
Why is scalability a stronger predictor of revenue than sales alone
Building leadership structures that allow CEOs to step out of daily operations

Key Takeaways:
Many business owners believe growth requires working harder, but real growth comes from building the right leadership structure. When CEOs stop being the bottleneck, teams gain clarity, momentum, and ownership.
Scalability must come before revenue growth. Without the right people, systems, and workflows, revenue increases only add stress and instability rather than sustainable success.
Hiring for potential too early is one of the biggest traps small business owners fall into. Until a company is stable and profitable, leaders must hire people who can deliver results immediately, not someday.
Span of capacity is a silent killer of growth. When seven to ten people report directly to a CEO, confusion, burnout, and misalignment become inevitable without management layers.
True CEOs create space on their calendars. Unstructured time isn’t a luxury. It’s essential for strategic thinking, leadership, and long-term business health.

“As the CEO, you need unstructured, unrequired time. That's how you will best serve your company, and it feels completely the opposite, but we have to constantly be peeling away from your own.” - Talmar Anderson

Connect with Talmar Anderson:
Website: https://yourbosshq.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talmar-anderson-hiring-strategy/
Book with Talmar: https://vip.yourbosshq.com/zoomwithtalmar

Connect with Dante Royster:
Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/
Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086
Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086
Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/
“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP
LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster
YouTube: Epic Spotlight
Email: [email protected]

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Foster Williams is the Founder of Search4UInc.com and Co-Founder of the Career Search Network, where he has dedicated his career to helping job seekers connect effectively with recruiters, hiring managers, and corporations nationwide. With deep expertise in recruitment, talent acquisition, career counseling, public speaking, and job search coaching, Foster is known for helping individuals shift their mindset, refine their strategies, and move quickly from job hunters to job holders. Through Search4UInc.com, he provides a dynamic platform that allows companies to post opportunities and engage directly with qualified candidates, while the Career Search Network equips job seekers with practical tools to navigate every stage of the hiring process—from interviews and offer evaluation to salary negotiation and landing the right role. Widely known as “The Job Father,” Foster also leads several of the nation’s most impactful career networking initiatives and blends faith, experience, and a genuine passion for service into his mission to empower both job seekers and employers to thrive.

In this episode, Dante and Foster discuss:
Why the human element still matters more than technology in today’s job market
How networking and relationships can move your resume ahead of hundreds of applicants
What job seekers misunderstand about hiring managers and recruiters
Communication skills, professionalism, and how to present yourself beyond your resume
How to use LinkedIn strategically, including connecting with leaders and CEOs

Key Takeaways:
Technology may run the process, but people still make hiring decisions. Building real relationships can push you past the digital noise of online applications.
Most hiring managers know what they need but struggle to define it clearly. Strong communication helps bridge the gap between your experience and their expectations.
Job searching today requires more strategy and persistence than in the past. Encouragement, community, and guidance can significantly shorten the journey.
Your communication style should adapt to the company you're pursuing. Relevance matters more than simply listing everything you've done.
AI will become a powerful tool in the workplace. Those who learn to use it effectively will have a clear advantage in future job markets.

“We keep that human element alive, and that's going to make the difference.” - Foster Williams

Connect with Foster Williams:
Website: https://www.search4uinc.com/job-search/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fosterwilliams/

Connect with Dante Royster:
Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/
Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086
Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086
Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/
“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP
LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster
YouTube: Epic Spotlight
Email: [email protected]

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Myles Powell began his career as a civil engineer after earning a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a business minor from the University of Delaware, but he quickly discovered his true passion for food entrepreneurship. After a brief stint with the Food Network, he launched 8 Myles and spent the next several years balancing full-time work, completing his MBA, and growing the business. In 2018, Myles strategically shifted the brand to fill a gap in the market for premium, clean frozen comfort food, a move that accelerated its growth. By 2021, he left engineering to focus fully on scaling 8 Myles, driven by a clear vision to build one of the few Black-owned CPG companies valued at over $200 million.

In this episode, Dante and Myles discuss:
What CPG (consumer packaged goods) really means and why it’s such a competitive industry
Myles’ transition from civil engineering to food entrepreneurship
Access to capital and the lack of representation for Black-owned CPG brands
The Shark Tank experience and lessons learned from pitching at the highest level
Why brand storytelling matters more than taste alone

Key Takeaways:
Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight line, and early missteps often provide the most valuable lessons. Taking time to build knowledge, momentum, and stability can make the difference between burnout and sustainable success.
Building a CPG brand requires patience, focus, and discipline, especially in the early stages. Limiting products and perfecting a core lineup helps prevent unnecessary complexity.
Frozen food doesn’t have to mean unhealthy or low quality. With the right ingredients and philosophy, convenience and real food can coexist.
Access to capital remains one of the biggest barriers in CPG, particularly for underrepresented founders. Finding the right partners matters as much as finding funding.
Strong brands solve real problems, not just taste preferences. When consumers understand how a product improves their lives, price becomes a secondary factor.

“Success is being profitable. I think that provides a level of stability that I think will also lead to a lot of mental clarity.” - Myles Powell

Connect with Myles Powell:
Website: mylescomfortfoods.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myles-powell-5b529025/
Email: [email protected]

Connect with Dante Royster:
Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/
Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086
Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086
Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/
“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP
LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster
YouTube: Epic Spotlight
Email: [email protected]

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Aaron McNair is a Spirituality Mindset Coach, Motivational Speaker, and transformational guide devoted to helping people awaken to their true power, resilience, worth, and unstopability. Drawing from deep spiritual roots, Bible college training, and lived experience, he blends mindset mastery with soul alignment to help individuals break emotional barriers, dismantle generational patterns, and step boldly into who they were created to be. Through coaching, keynote speaking, and media appearances, including GK Talks, Free of Fear Full of Joy, and The Black Male Impact, Aaron teaches the pillars of Consistency, Discipline, Motivation, and Mindset as the foundation of lasting transformation. Whether working one-on-one or inspiring audiences from the stage, he leads with compassion, authority, and conviction, calling others higher with his guiding principle: Master Your Mind, Master Your Life.

In this episode, Dante and Aaron discuss:
How Aaron discovered his purpose and stepped into spiritual mindset coaching
Breaking generational patterns through self-awareness, desire, and personal growth
How mindset, words, energy, and belief shape reality and future outcomes
Helping clients find self-worth, emotional resilience, and a higher calling
Real-life transformations from clients rebuilding identity, happiness, and confidence

Key Takeaways:
Mindset, discipline, and belief work together to sustain long-term emotional elevation. When motivation fades, discipline and consistency will carry you forward into the life you desire.
Purpose often reveals itself through lived experience and the desire to uplift others. When you fully awaken to your calling and understand your gifts, you stop playing small and start living with intention.
Personal transformation requires self-awareness, honesty, and a willingness to change. Words matter, thoughts matter, and the energy you put out attracts what comes back to you.
Breaking generational patterns begins with desire. Nothing changes until someone decides they want more. Growth isn’t about fixing what's broken, but becoming a stronger, more expansive version of yourself.
Faith, meditation, and quieting the noise help you hear your inner voice again. When you learn to silence distraction and fear, the path forward becomes clearer, and confidence grows with each aligned step.

“Do not ever allow anyone or anything to dim your light.” - Aaron McNair

Connect with Aaron McNair:
Website: https://aaronmcnair.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronmcnair100/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557647236736&_rdc=1&_rdr#
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronmcnair1000/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aminspirations1
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aaronmcnair1000
Substack: https://substack.com/@aaronmcnair

Connect with Dante Royster:
Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/
Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086
Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086
Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/
“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP
LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster
YouTube: Epic Spotlight
Email: [email protected]

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Debbi DiMaggio is a California real estate leader who combines luxury market expertise with a deep passion for wellness-focused living, innovative design, and modern home technology. Serving clients from the East Bay to Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, she guides buyers, sellers, and investors through every stage of their real estate journey with clarity, empathy, and collaboration, especially those navigating major life transitions such as divorce, relocation, or empty nesting. Her mission extends beyond helping clients find a home; she supports them in creating living spaces that elevate health, harmony, and long-term well-being.

A natural educator and storyteller, Debbi shares her experience through coaching, speaking, and writing. She is the author of multiple books, including her upcoming release, The Mindset In Motion Method to Conquer Your Goals (2026), and hosts the podcast Mastering the Art of Success, where she interviews top designers, entrepreneurs, wellness experts, and industry innovators. Whether supporting clients, coaching leaders, or inspiring audiences, Debbi is devoted to empowering people to envision and confidently step into their next chapter.

In this episode, Dante and Debbi discuss:
Why luxury housing and wellness-forward design now go hand in hand
How hosting Mastering the Art of Success fueled new ideas, coaching, and entrepreneurship
The five-step Mindset in Motion Method for conquering major goals
Guiding clients through emotionally heavy life transitions such as divorce, death, or downsizing
Time management, alignment, habits, and how Debbi fits wellness into a high-speed life

Key Takeaways:
Purpose doesn’t always show up right away. You often discover your calling by following curiosity and saying yes to opportunities. When work aligns with your values and energy, it becomes a mission rather than just a career.
Wellness goes beyond fitness and nutrition. Our homes impact how we feel every day. Thoughtful choices around air, water, sleep, and environment can support long-term health and vitality.
Transformation happens when mindset meets action. Belief, intention, and the right people in your circle make showing up and moving forward exponentially easier.
Coaching, mentorship, and accountability can unlock progress when life transitions feel overwhelming. Even in grief, burnout, or uncertainty, a nudge from the right person can move you from paralysis to momentum.
Real estate success begins with relationships and service. When you show up reliably, regardless of market conditions, trust, referrals, and opportunity continue to grow.

“You don't have to know everything. You just need to know how to find the answer.” - Debbi DiMaggio

Connect with Debbi DiMaggio:
Website: www.DebbiDiMaggio.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbidimaggiolifestyle/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DiMaggioBettaGroup?_rdc=1&_rdr#
Pre-order “Mindset In Motion Method”: https://delightful-hat-38502.myflodesk.com/mindsetinmotionbook
Email: [email protected]

Connect with Dante Royster:
Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/
Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086
Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086
Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/
“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP
LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster
YouTube: Epic Spotlight
Email: [email protected]

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.