Gotta Have a Plan

Julius Grant is the one people ask to be their mentor. He's the one people go to when they need someone to hear them, know them. Why? He cares.

Julius is stepped into the role of family elder, career elder and hero (just ask his grandson). He's a Logistics Manager for Bacardi Limited. After serving five years in the Marines on the West Coast, he returned to Jacksonville to find work. It didn't take long for him to realize he needed to return to college for promotions. He didn't have a history of being an academic go-getter. Still, encouraged by his wife, he joined his wife in going to college. They received their Bachelor's Degree together and their Master's Degree, together. While raising a family and working, no less.

He lives a life he loves. Listen, learn and choose a life you love, too.

Favorite song: "I'm Blessed" by Charlie Wilson

Favorite quote: "Work in silence. Let your success make the noise." attributed to Frank Ocean.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her?"

Every interview starts with getting-to-know-you questions about favorites, accomplishments and then goes deeper. You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. Follow on Instagram @allthingshyne or on Facebook.

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