Jalaya Allen on Connecting Opportunities for College Students

Jalaya Allen shares how Campus Connex connects college students with paid projects, helping them build valuable skills and gain real-world experience while pursuing their education. As a senior at Norfolk State University, a student-athlete, and the oldest of seven siblings, Jalaya reflects on how her experiences shaped her mission to create opportunities for others. She also discusses into the challenges of starting a business with no prior knowledge and the lessons she’s learned from stepping out of her comfort zone.

Speakers

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Tim Ryan

Host • 32%

Zack Miller

Host • 19%

Jalaya

Guest • 49%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction and updates
2:00	Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles anniversary and college football
6:02	Norfolk State University visit and CampusConnex
10:26	Challenges and safety in student services
16:41	Evolution of college experiences and technology
20:40	Business development with ChatGPT
26:03	AI's impact on solo founders and startup challenges
30:01	Overcoming social anxiety in business growth
34:07	Strategies for networking and conversation
36:21	Learning automation for business application
38:01	CampusConnex commitment and Jalaya's bowling scholarship
42:25	Bowling techniques and experiences
50:41	Lifestyle observations and local food spots
57:01	Expanding and monetizing a campus-based business
59:13	Empowering student entrepreneurs and building networks
1:00:48	Closing remarks

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