Aleshia Alston
Founder/Executive Editor
Kingdom Builder Magazine
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“Empower, Encourage, Educate, Motivate”
URL: http://www.kingdombuildermagazine.com
Aleshia Alston’s Bio:
I am the great granddaughter, granddaughter, and niece of entrepreneurs. As long as I can remember, I have loved to write. My childhood is filled with walking a notebook and a pencil. In high school, I dreamt about one day starting a magazine. My dream has become a reality. I am CEO of Kingdom Builder Media. The mission of Kingdom Builder Media is to reach the world for Christ through the media. Currently, Kingdom Builder Media consists of Kingdom Builder Magazine and Sound the Alarm Talk Radio Show. Kingdom Builder Magazine is an online Christian magazine dedicated to empowering, encouraging, educating, and motivating God’s people. Sound the Alarm addresses the issues Christians face in everyday life. My vision is to expand into television, books, plays, etc.
I love the Lord with all of my heart, because the LORD has anointed me
to bring good news to the poor. He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and freedom to the prisoners; to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of our God’s vengeance; to comfort all who mourn, to provide for those who mourn in Zion; to give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, festive oil instead of mourning, and splendid clothes instead of despair. And they will be called righteous trees, planted by the LORD, to glorify Him.
Isaiah 61:1-3
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Success Stories and experiences of Business Women that we all can relate to and learn from.
Did you always want to be a Business Woman?
Not at all. I was content working as a case manager for Older Adults. I enjoy helping seniors maintain their quality of life and independence. That changed in the summer of 2007. God gave me a vision for a business and the rest is history. My maternal grandfather was a business owner in Bergen County, NJ in the 1940s. My maternal great grandfather was a business owner in South Carolina in the early 1900s. My father’s brother owned a beauty salon and now a catering business. I guess you could say being an entrepreneur is my birthright.
How would you describe your experience as a Black Entrepreneur?
I would describe my experience as a Black Entrepreneur as a roller coaster ride. I have had many ups and downs.
Looking back on your business decisions, is there anything that you would have done differently?
There are definitely things I would have done differently. I would have trusted my gut feeling about people a lot more.
Did you have any formal business training? Do you think this is important to be successful?
I don’t have any formal business training at this time. I plan to take some courses. I believe it is important to study and be well versed in business. However, I have certainly received a lot of on the job training.
What funding sources have worked for you?
My funding sources have been family, church family, and myself.
How has family/friend support financially or otherwise affected your business efforts?
Support from my friends and family has made a big difference. The magazine has been gaining momentum through word of mouth.
How do you work on making your business grow?
I work on making my business grow by getting out and networking. When I receive invitations to events, I go if my schedule permits. I also use the internet; sites like myspace, google, etc. have been a blessing.
What words of wisdom can you share with other business women?
The words of wisdom I can share with other business women is trust your gut. It took courage to step out and pursue your dream, keep going!
People are always looking for nasa jobs, where everything from life insurance to dental insurance is covered. This is not a good approach. Provide for yourself. Whether it is a pet insurance or a health insurance, make plans and save enough.
Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow….. Sis. Al, I am very proud of you and honored to know you. You are an inspiration to me, an I am encouraged by your vision “to let go and let God”……… You Go Holy Ghost Girl…
Be Blessed and Continue to be a blessing
Ps. 122:6
I was very inspired by Sister Aleshia’s comments. God is able to do above and exceedingly anything that we could ever ask or think. We just have to step out on faith believing that we “really” can do all things through Christ who gives us strength. May God grant you the desires of your heart. Walk–no run into your destiny. Live out your God ordained purpose. Don’t stop ’til you reach the top!!!
With love and prayers,
Pastor Sandra Barnes
Hey sis, i think you are doing a great job with your business. I wish you all of God’s blessings.
compton carlota
Alright now sis and fellow entrepreneur! That’s what I’m talkin about. Keep pursuing the dream that God has placed within you…..He will NEVER fail!
Congratulations LELE for a job well done!
AC is for action. Alston/Clemons spark.
I pray God will give you your heart’s desire in Jesus name. AMEN. Please continue.
Love, Daddy
Hello My Sister,
God promises to open a window that no man can shut and My God; isn’t He a promise keeper?
Whoo, whoo, whoo!! You are doing it big girl and proud is too limited to describe how I really feel. I’m overwhelmed, grateful and in awe of His favor on you. Continued blessing to you and all that’s in your heart and remember, I’ll go far, far away with you anytime!
Agape
Your Sister in Christ
Karen