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The Founder’s Table

Dr. Deshaun Williams

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 6

The Founder’s Table is a seat at the table for entrepreneurs who want more than inspiration. This is where founders, business owners, and professionals talk through the real decisions, lessons, mistakes, and turning points that shape how a business is built. Hosted by Dr. DeShaun Williams, each episode brings honest conversations about leadership, structure, ownership, and the moments that force entrepreneurs to think deeper, move smarter, and build with intention. Pull up a seat, because the table is open.

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Where Your Message Meets the Standard

Season 1 · Episode 6

Thursday, May 7, 2026 • Duration 28:31

Season 1 closes with a conversation that reflects what this show is built on, structure, clarity, and decisions that hold weight in real business, while bringing necessary attention to how a message is crafted and delivered in a way that actually lands.

In this episode, Chris Hanlon joins the table from New Zealand as we break down where business owners get it wrong, why those patterns keep repeating, and what it actually takes to correct it, while moving into how messaging shapes perception, how weak communication creates confusion inside a business, and how to structure what you say so it is understood with clarity and intention. This is not theory, it is a direct look at how a business is built to operate, protect itself, and scale, and how your ability to communicate that determines whether people understand what you actually do or continue to misinterpret it.

We also step into what the TEDx stage actually represents, what it demands from the person stepping onto it, and how crafting and delivering a message at that level requires discipline, positioning, and execution that aligns with how your business is built behind the scenes.

This episode brings the season full circle while setting the standard for what this platform stands for.

Listen now and take a real look at how your business is built and how your message is being delivered, follow the show so you are in position for Season 2, go back and catch the episodes you missed because every conversation builds on the last, and share this episode with someone who is serious about building something that actually works. If you are a founder, operator, or entrepreneur with real experience and a perspective grounded in execution, apply to be a guest and take a seat at The Founders Table.

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The Power of Knowing What You Do

Season 1 · Episode 4

Thursday, April 30, 2026 • Duration 28:43

Most entrepreneurs are not struggling because they lack motivation; they are struggling because they cannot clearly explain what they do, who they work with, or how their business is actually structured.

In this episode, I sit down with Mr. Robert Butwin to unpack his journey into entrepreneurship and what he has consistently seen from founders in their early stages. We move through his experience working in a family business, his natural tendency as a giver, and how that shaped his path into building something of his own. From there, the conversation sharpens around where entrepreneurs misstep, specifically in how they approach structure, how they communicate their value, and how often they move without a clear understanding of who they are actually working with.

A major gap we address is the inability to confidently deliver a clear pitch. Many founders are building, posting, and showing up, yet cannot articulate what they do in a way that makes sense to the people they are trying to reach. That lack of clarity creates friction everywhere, in conversations, in opportunities, and in decision-making. It leads to saying yes too quickly, holding onto the wrong opportunities, and operating without direction.

We also break down the discipline behind decision-making, understanding when to say yes, when to say maybe, and when to say not now without disrupting the direction of the business. As the conversation develops, we highlight what it actually means to be a connector and a networker, not just being present in rooms, but knowing how to move with intention and purpose inside of them.

This episode will challenge how you think about your business at its core. If you cannot clearly explain what you do, who you work with, and how your business is structured, then the issue is not growth, it is foundation. Once structure is in place, clarity follows, and when clarity is present, everything else begins to move with intention.

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Only The Motivated

Season 1 · Episode 4

Thursday, April 16, 2026 • Duration 28:42

In this episode of The Founders Table, Dr. DeShaun Williams sits down with Nick Laureano, a two-time award-winning speaker and mental health advocate who turned personal adversity into a nationally recognized brand.

Nick breaks down how Only the Motivated evolved from a phrase he used to survive difficult seasons into a movement that resonates across communities, industries, and even celebrity circles. The conversation moves beyond surface-level motivation and into the operational reality of building something meaningful without early support, navigating marketing challenges, and sustaining belief when traction is slow.

This episode challenges the idea that you need everything figured out before you begin. Instead, it presents a more grounded truth: execution builds clarity. Both voices emphasize discipline, self-belief, and the necessity of starting despite uncertainty, while also addressing the mental weight that comes with entrepreneurship.

Connect with Nick Laureano for speaking, collaborations, and brand updates:

Website: nicklaureano.com
Brand + Merch: onlythemotivated.shop

You can also find him on social platforms under his name and “Only the Motivated” for ongoing content and community engagement.

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When Life Forces the Pivot

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, April 9, 2026 • Duration 29:20

Dr. DeShaun Williams sits down with Kimberly Parry, founder of Emergence Life Coaching, to unpack what it really looks like to build a business under pressure.

After a life-altering health crisis, Kimberly transitioned from a 16-year academic career into entrepreneurship as a chronically ill single mother, navigating uncertainty, cultural expectations, and the realities most people avoid discussing.

This episode challenges the “just start” narrative and dives into transformation, decision-making, mentorship, and the balance between vision and execution. From the butterfly effect of growth to the Walt vs. Roy framework, this conversation breaks down what it takes to build with both alignment and structure.

Ways to connect with Kimberly Parry

Connect with Kimberly Parry

Website: emergencelifecoaching.com

LinkedIn: Kimberly Parry

Instagram: @KimberlyParrySpeaker

Her work focuses on helping professional women elevate their presence, clarify their identity, and build personal brands that align with their goals.

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Why you should challenge the Narrative

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, April 2, 2026 • Duration 17:36

Entrepreneurship has been simplified into slogans, repeated so often they start to sound like truth. “Just start.” “Move fast.” “Figure it out later.” These ideas create momentum, but they also create blind spots.

In this episode of The Founder’s Table, Deshaun Williams challenges the narrative that speed and visibility are enough to build a real business. He breaks down the difference between launching and constructing, and why too many founders prioritize attention over architecture.

This conversation goes deeper than motivation. It examines what actually holds a business together once the excitement fades and responsibility increases. From structural risk inside early-stage companies to the financial logic behind pricing, this episode exposes the gaps that cause businesses to struggle long before they realize it.

You will hear a direct analysis of why momentum cannot replace structure, how undefined ownership and operations create hidden instability, and why pricing without financial awareness leads to growth that weakens the company instead of strengthening it.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdeshaunwilliams

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Welcome to the Founder's Table

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, April 2, 2026 • Duration 08:32

Welcome to The Founder's Table, it's our first episode, but it definitely isn't our first rodeo. We're taking off the gloves instantly to share with you what to expect when it comes to the podcast, what you'll hear, what you'll learn, and how you can be the best Founder that you can be.

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