The School Of Hard Knox
The School of HardKnox isn’t a motivational podcast—it’s a lived conversation.
Join Mark W. Knox every Monday for real, unfiltered dialogue about life as it actually shows up: his life, your life, and the lessons we earn along the way. This show sits at the intersection of business, relationships, health, faith, and balance—because success in one area without alignment in the others is a liability, not a win.
Each episode challenges listeners to think more clearly, move more intentionally, and lead themselves better. Mark draws from his own journey—wins, losses, silence, and seasons of rebuilding—while bringing in voices from his network of operators and thinkers: entrepreneurs, small business owners, executives, creators, investors, authors, and coaches who’ve done the work, not just studied it.
This is a podcast for people who are done chasing motivation and ready to build discipline.
For those who want to turn setbacks into leverage, ideas into execution, and pressure into clarity.
If you’re serious about capitalizing on opportunity, making sharper decisions, strengthening your relationships, and transforming failure into an asset—this is your room.
The School of HardKnox is about growth with accountability.
Progress with purpose.
And becoming the kind of person your goals require.
Pull up every Monday.
Expect to be challenged.
Leave better than you showed up.
The School Of Hard Knox
#83: How to do (and not to do) Black Business w/ HardKnox Alumni
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On this weeks show we are having a discussion with HardKnox Podcast Alumni; Danae Hankerson, Jaran Ramsey and Dalkiesha Bryant on what we can do as business owners and consumers to undo negative stereo-types and treat black businesses fair and just. Our discussion touches on the unrealistically high expectations consumers place on businesses, and how to overcome negative reviews and feedback. For the consumer, we talk about "why you should not expect or even ask for a discount" from an up and coming business, and why you should be extending a little more grace during your experience. Each of our guest brings a different perspective that adds value to the conversation. If you are a business owner or someone who takes pride in supporting black business, you don't want to miss this episode. If you are a business owner and have a hard time explaining to people why you cant give them a discount or hook-up, share this episode and let us do the talking!