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The Dept. w/ Omar El-Takrori

Omar El-Takrori
Content Creation
Entrepreneurship
Personal Branding
Youtube
Podcasting
Social Media Marketing
Social Media
Monetization
Financial Freedom
Instagram
Coaching
Marketing
Sales
Video Marketing
Audience Engagement
Leadership
Community Building
Real Estate
Authenticity
Personal Brand

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 p... more

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In this episode of The Dept. Omar sits down with David Shands for a powerful conversation on why podcasting is still early, why it’s far from oversaturated, and how some of the biggest opportunities today are going to the people willing to take up sp... more

In this episode of The Dept. Omar sits down with Jason Fladlien one of the most respected minds in the webinar and presentation world for a masterclass on how to turn one great presentation into a serious business asset. They break down why webinars ... more

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In this episode of The Dept. Omar is featured on Kassidy Warrens podcast for a conversation about what it actually takes to stand out online today. They talk about why personal brand matters more than ever, how authenticity is becoming the real advan... more

In this episode of The Dept. Omar sits down with Lynn Washington for one of the most personal and heartfelt conversations on the show yet. Together they open up about grief, faith, and how to keep showing up in seasons of deep loss. Omar shares the s... more

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David Shands
Entrepreneur and podcast host, frequent guest and co-creator in the discussion
Episode: The EASIEST Content Strategy For Entrepreneurs (2026 Secrets) | The Dept. #117
Justin Solis
Vice President at a company running large senior expos and events
Episode: The EASIEST Content Strategy For Entrepreneurs (2026 Secrets) | The Dept. #117
Jason Fladlien
Webinar monetization expert and author,
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Episode: How To Sell Your Knowledge and Make More Money Online in 2026 | The Dept. #116
Jasmine Star
CEO, entrepreneur, and personal branding expert.
Episode: How to Build a Profitable Personal Brand in 2026 (5 simple steps) | The Dept. #107
Mario Payne
Financial expert, money expert
Episode: If you make money and still feel broke here's why... | The Dept. #103
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Episode: The Fastest Way To Monetize Your Content Online (Longform) | The Dept. #100
Calum Johnson
YouTube expert and content creator
Episode: The NEW Way to Win On YouTube in 2026 | The Dept. #98
Marcus Y. Rosier
Friend of Omar and experienced entrepreneur discussing faith in business.
Episode: How To Become A Millionaire In 2026 (Use God!) | The Dept. #95
Graham Cochran
Business coach and entrepreneur, helping others build high-impact, low-maintenance businesses.
Episode: How To Build A High Profit Business (Part-Time!) | The Dept. #92

Host

Omar El-Takrori
Host of The Dept. and a content creator, entrepreneur, coach, consultant, and pastor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Great tactical advice!

    This is a new favorite podcast after a student (I coach podcasters) sent it to me. I love the biblical insights tied to business plans. Not just that, but one of my students took Omar’s advice of live podcasting events from an episode and paired that with my podcast launch and building advice and has done a successful live podcasting tour in Paris, London, Dallas, Miami, Orlando, NYC and partnered with top brands like Joe Malone and Kendra Scott. She did all this before she hit her one year m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Java with Jen Podcast
    United States2 months ago
  • Gold nuggets!

    I love this podcast, Omar’s biblically based advice is so profound and actionable. It’s worth your time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rtfresrterere
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing show

    Been following Omar since Think Media days and really excited, he’s able to create a big impact with his personal brand and bring on amazing guests to his show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Brian Parana
    United States6 months ago
  • Answered Prayer

    Omar is an answered prayer. I never want the episodes to end!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoiWalker314
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just listen to the podcast!

    Easily now one of my favourite posdcasts. I love Omar’s down to earth tone and straight to the point line of questions. Too many gems to mention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mo HSE
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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How To Sell Your Knowledge and Make More Money Online in 2026 | The Dept. #116
Q: What distinguishes a strong webinar title or framework?
Aim for scarcity and specificity: a title that promises a unique, hard-to-find solution tailored to a tightly defined market tends to attract the most engaged buyers.
How To Sell Your Knowledge and Make More Money Online in 2026 | The Dept. #116
Q: How many coaching sessions should you offer in a high-ticket program?
Offer a compelling set of initial sessions that demonstrates value, but structure fulfillment in a way that scales, using team resources and selective delivery to maximize value and margins.
How To Sell Your Knowledge and Make More Money Online in 2026 | The Dept. #116
Q: Is it better to pitch at the end or start with a soft pitch?
It depends on the offer and audience; you can seed early for warm buyers but avoid killing suspense, using a balanced approach that suits your target buyers and product complexity.
How To Sell Your Knowledge and Make More Money Online in 2026 | The Dept. #116
Q: What time of day should I run my webinars?
There is no single magic time; treat scheduling as an experiment and optimize based on actual data from your audience, aiming to minimize the guesswork and increase attendance.
How To Sell Your Knowledge and Make More Money Online in 2026 | The Dept. #116
Q: Okay. Can you speak to the person that won't have 5,000 on their web class?
Start small, validate with a few attendees, and focus on delivering exceptional value in a narrowly scoped webinar; if results are good, scale from there and use it as proof to grow the audience.

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This show centers on high-achievers who are actively building influence in their departments—whether that's personal branding, content strategy, or business growth. Episodes frequently unpack practical frameworks for authority, monetization, and scaling, often weaving in spiritual orValues-driven perspectives. Listeners can expect actionable steps, real-world case studies, and frameworks that can be applied by entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who want to move from concept to impact. A notable strength is the mix of rigorous, repeatable methods with authentic storytelling and occasional guest experts who translate complex ideas into tangible results.

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Recent guests on The Dept. include:

1. David Shands
2. Justin Solis
3. Jason Fladlien
4. Jasmine Star
5. Mario Payne
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8. Marcus Y. Rosier

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