Job Optional Podcast with Jenae Nicole

The Job Optional Podcast is created for Women of Color who are inspired to start a Small Business on the side of their current 9 to 5 grind. If you have a vision to use your passion to create a profitable Side Hustle, that will give you the Freedom to live Job Optional. Each weekly episode will share actionable steps, key resources and powerful advice to inspire and motivate you and your business to success!

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005: Find Your Niche

Finding your Niche and walking out your Purpose! I'm sure, you have a million and one ideas and people you want to help. I am super amped about helping black business succeed. Period. But that is way too broad to tackle. Okay more specific, black women who are stuck in the idea zone, who have a passion (ok lots of passions :) just not sure what to do next. Bingo! You’re my girl. Riches in the Niches We have all probably heard this or some version of it. Unless you are Walmart it doesn’t profit u...

Aug 11, 2015•26 min

004: Conference Tips

Quotespiration "There are no secrets to success, it is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from ." ~ Colin Powell Overview My key takeaways on how to prepare for your first conference Description How to be prepared to get the most from your first conference. From planning to attending the conference great tips on what to be aware of when at you first conference. Resources The Job Optional Podcast on facebook @JobOpt on Twitter Top Ten Tips Take a backup battery Eat a good breakfast...

Aug 06, 2015•26 min

003: Essential Plan for your Small Business

How an epic failure taught me to plan first and take action later. The five key areas to set up a clear plan that will guide your side hustle into a thriving business. Essential Plan for your Small Business Each business venture I tried on my entrepreneurial journey failed. Why? because I missed this most basic step, plan first then take massive action. Make sure you prepare your small business for a winning start with these top tips. Key Take aways PLAN then ACT A goal without a plan is a dream...

Jul 27, 2015•16 min

Introduction: Why Job Optional?

Introducing the Job Optional Podcast and Host Jenae Nicole. Sharing why, Job Optional and what you can expect from the Podcast

Jul 20, 2015•7 min

Can I get a hook up?

How to deal with Clients who are constantly trying to get a "hook up".

Jul 20, 2015•6 min

Just Start

The steps you need to get started with your Side hustle and why you need to start now! QuoteSpiration [Tweet "" Don't ask God to order your steps, if you are not willing to move your feet."Jenae @JobOpt #sidehustle"] Key Take aways Be clear to yourself on why you want this business You already have what you need to be successful Die Empty Take imperfect action , do the work and reap the rewards. Book of the Day Crush It!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion " target="_blank">Crush ...

Jul 20, 2015•19 min

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