Real Youtube Advice For Real Entrepreneurs (This will work) ft. Karlton Dennis | The Dept. #89
In this episode of The Dept., Omar sits down with Karlton Dennis, tax strategist, entrepreneur, and content creator. To unpack how he built an eight-figure business by blending tax strategy with personal branding. Karlton shares how he grew his YouTube channel from zero to 100,000 subscribers in just three months, why content is the ultimate trust builder, and how he turned videos into both cash flow and clients. They dive into smart tax strategies for entrepreneurs, from when to move from an LLC to an S-Corp, to making your lifestyle legally deductible, to building wealth through real estate. If you want to grow your brand, pay less in taxes, and scale your business with confidence, this episode is packed with practical insight and inspiration.💸 Take The Content To Cash Challenge 💸https://go.thevideodept.co/content-to-cash✅ Connect with Karlton:https://www.instagram.com/karltondennis/https://www.youtube.com/@karltondennis✅ Follow Omar:https://www.instagram.com/omareltakrori🚀 Join The Video Dept. Community 🚀https://shorturl.at/zZY69🔴 Access to All of Omar's Gear: https://go.thevideodept.co/gear
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Content Advice For Building Your Personal Brand (Over Age 40!) ft. Lee Jenkins | The Dept. #88
In this episode of The Dept. Omar talks with Lee Jenkins. Pastor, entrepreneur, and financial expert, on how he built an audience of over 400,000 followers online in just 18 months, all while leading a church and running businesses. Lee shares how to fuse wisdom and experience with the energy of younger generations, why he chose Instagram as his platform, and the keys to creating content that actually serves people instead of just chasing views. They dive into his approach of prioritizing quality over quantity, finding your niche by filling a void, and balancing faith and finances with integrity. If you want to grow your personal brand while staying true to your values, this conversation will inspire you to get what’s inside of you out to the world.💸 Take The Content To Cash Challenge 💸https://go.thevideodept.co/content-to-cash✅ Connect with Lee Jenkins:https://www.instagram.com/thestewardshipcoach/✅ Follow Omar:https://www.instagram.com/omareltakrori🚀 Join The Video Dept. Community 🚀https://shorturl.at/zZY69🔴 Access to All of Omar's Gear: https://go.thevideodept.co/gear
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$100M Personal Brand Secrets for Entrepreneurs ft. Alex Hormozi, Codie Sanchez, Daniel Priestley & Steven Bartlett | The Dept. #87
In this episode of The Dept. Omar reacts to highlights from Diary of a CEO with Alex Hormozi, Cody Sanchez, and Daniel Priestley, breaking down the real reasons why building a personal brand is the “easy button” for business success. He unpacks lessons on the difference between active and passive income, why patience and consistency are non-negotiable, and how content creation builds trust, credibility, and opportunities over time. From Alex’s record-breaking book launch to Cody’s perspective on sales, Omar connects their insights to practical strategies you can use today. If you want to leverage your personal brand to grow your business, this episode shows you how to do it the right way.💸 Take The Content To Cash Challenge 💸https://go.thevideodept.co/content-to-cash✅ Follow Omar:https://www.instagram.com/omareltakrori🚀 Join The Video Dept. Community 🚀https://shorturl.at/zZY69🔴 Access to All of Omar's Gear: https://go.thevideodept.co/gear
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ChatGPT 5 Just Changed Business Forever (Masterclass) | The Dept. #86
In this episode of The Dept. Omar sits down with Alicia Lyttle, known as the “Queen of AI,” to explore how entrepreneurs, business owners, and even small teams can fully leverage artificial intelligence to save time, boost productivity, and open new revenue streams. Alicia shares real-world examples of how AI can transform bottlenecks into opportunities, from automating press releases to creating interactive avatars of yourself. They dive into practical strategies for using ChatGPT, building AI-powered tools without coding, and scaling with AI “team members” that work around the clock. If you’ve been curious about AI but unsure where to start or how deep to go this conversation will show you how to integrate it into your business today and future proof your success.💸 Take The Content To Cash Challenge 💸https://go.thevideodept.co/content-to-cash👇🏼 Take Alicia's Free AI Masterclass:https://go.tvdhq.com/alicialyttlemasterclass✅ Connect with Alicia:https://www.instagram.com/alicialyttle/✅ Follow Omar:https://www.instagram.com/omareltakrori🚀 Join The Video Dept. Community 🚀https://shorturl.at/zZY69🔴 Access to All of Omar's Gear: https://go.thevideodept.co/gear
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YouTube Is Changing FAST (Do This Before 2026) | The Dept. #85
In this episode of The Dept. Omar breaks down the changing landscape of YouTube and why subscriber counts don’t matter like they used to. They explore the power of long-form content, the importance of packaging your videos with the right title, thumbnail, and intro, and why consistency alone won’t grow your channel. Learn how to make content that builds trust, attracts quality viewers, and ultimately grows your business. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to revive a stagnant channel, this episode offers practical insights and fresh perspectives for winning on YouTube in 2025.💸 Take The Content To Cash Challenge 💸https://go.thevideodept.co/content-to-cash✅ Follow Omar:https://www.instagram.com/omareltakrori🚀 Join The Video Dept. Community 🚀https://shorturl.at/zZY69🔴 Access to All of Omar's Gear: https://go.thevideodept.co/gear
The Dept. is hosted by Omar El-Takrori. Omar is a content creator, entrepreneur, coach, consultant and pastor. The goal of every conversation is to highlight high level individuals who are owning it in their respective departments. This podcast isn't for the the person who wants to settle and be average. These dynamic conversations will kill limiting beliefs, highlight current opportunities, and propel you into your God-given purpose in life.
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