As Entrepreneurs we have a responsibility not only to our businesses but to our communities. We have the power to influence the political and financial landscape in our neighborhoods. Blair explains how she’s lead the charge to advocate, educate, and nourish her Black community. Blair Durham serves as Co-President of Black BRAND, Hampton Roads Regional Black Chamber of Commerce where she leads the charge in identifying and implementing solutions for closing the wealth gap, raising the next gener...
Jun 20, 2018•42 min•Ep. 43
What if all entrepreneurs approached working with their customers as if this was a lifelong relationship? Imagine the ways in which Entrepreneurs would even handle the first phone call with each customer differently. When our clients feel connected they often return to us for repeat business. Krystal shares how this happens for her. Krystal Diane is a photographer and her job is to tell your story in a visual way. This allows her to show what is unfolding before her eyes. She would rather docume...
Jun 13, 2018•29 min•Ep. 42
When is the last time you evaluated your community? Some of us are dealing with unhealthy relationships and suffering in silence. Dr. Jones teaches us how to determine if our current support is inadequate and how to find support that best meets our needs. Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Post-Doctoral Psychologist. She currently has a private practice called Lifetime Counseling and Consulting in Oakland, CA where she specializes in working with wo...
Jun 06, 2018•35 min•Ep. 41
Some of us have been drawn to entrepreneurship early on in life. On this episode we get the wisdom of an Entrepreneur who has followed her passion while receiving the full support of her community. Janay shares how she leans on her community throughout her entrepreneurial journey. Janay Brown is a rising Senior at Old Dominion University studying Marketing. She has always had a passion for innovation and food, so she decided to combine the two and came up with a unique business - Full Belly Deli...
May 30, 2018•23 min•Ep. 40
For Entrepreneurs, burnout is not only burdensome it can negatively impact our business bottom line. Do you have a solid strategy to address your burnout? Lesley shares how her passion lead to a business that helps therapists manage and overcome burnout. Lesley Lanier Smith is a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. She has been licensed since 2014 and working in community mental health since 2003. In 2017 Leslie started the Balance Box, due to an absence of information for studen...
May 23, 2018•29 min•Ep. 39
What is your relationship with the body you inhabit? Most of us have a relationship with our bodies but lack a meaningful connection with our bodies. Ivy explains how a positive and nurturing relationship with our body can translate a more fulfilling life. Ivy Felicia is a Certified Holistic Wellness Coach and Body Image Expert with a gift for helping people of all body types to embrace body peace and self-love at any stage of life. Her Body Relationship Coaching work is centered on her personal...
May 16, 2018•46 min•Ep. 38
Family, I bet you’ve never met a Black female beekeeper. As Black Entrepreneurs we can find ourselves in industries that we don’t traditionally occupy and yet we flourish. Judith shares how she has been successful in doing so all while taking care of her community and herself. Judith’s love of agriculture began at six years old. As a little girl, she always wanted a little red tractor. She wasn't raised on a farm but our family had hogs, a small cotton field beside our home. As a teenager, she w...
May 09, 2018•37 min•Ep. 37
No one should approach entrepreneurship without wisdom and connection from others. This episode I get the wisdom of a local entrepreneur who has been in business for 22 years, and is seen as a staple of our community. Brett teaches us what he’s learned and continues to learn in how to build a sustainable business that positively impacts your community. Brett Hewitt’s life’s journey was changed when a stranger walked up to him and handed him a book to read, Visions for a Black Man by Dr. Na’im Ak...
May 02, 2018•27 min•Ep. 36
Entrepreneurship can be filled with loneliness and isolation. In our journey to build our businesses and brands we can neglect our need to be in relationship with others. Kimberly teaches us ways to address this and how we can remain productive while being connected. Kimberly A. Ferguson is an entrepreneur, author, learning & development consultant, career coach, trainer/speaker, certified educator, the host of StrategicMinds.tv, and a regular contributor for Jacque Howard's Trenton365 Show ...
Apr 25, 2018•29 min•Ep. 35
For those who have ever been curious about how therapists train, take a listen. The road to becoming a licensed mental health professional can be filled with bumps and hurdles. Deseray and I discuss the training involved to provide quality mental health services and she shares her journey. Deseray is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in the state of Florida, on her journey towards full licensure. She’s a mother, pain to purpose pusher, and entrepreneur! After having a former clinical s...
Apr 18, 2018•31 min•Ep. 34
One in four of us meet the criteria for having a mental health disorder. As Black Entrepreneurs we are not immune from this. Do you have a plan in place when you need to improve your mental health? Listen as T-Kea shares her journey in managing her mental health disorders while running her business. T-Kea Blackman is a mental health advocate, speaker and writer who lives by the Toni Payne quote, "I rather be living my truth happily than living a lie miserably.” She is the creator and host of the...
Apr 11, 2018•32 min•Ep. 33
Entrepreneurship can be lonely. As you build your Black business have you found your people that can support, challenge, and encourage you? Take a listen as Randy shares his journey and how he has found community. Randy D. Williams, also known as “The Generation Changer” is an entrepreneur and author committed to developing the next generation of leaders. As an entrepreneur, he has gained national media attention for his company, Talley & Twine Watches where he designs and manufactures watch...
Apr 04, 2018•26 min•Ep. 32
How many of us practice what we preach when it comes to self-care? In my drive to be a better me and better Black Entrepreneur, there is room for improvement. In this episode, I examine my approach to sleep and rest. In the end, I discover some new things about me. Music: Blasian Beats Where to find us: Facebook: Minding My Black Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjanaetaylor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mindingmyblkbiz Email: info@mindingmyblackbusiness.com Website: www.mindingmyblackbus...
Mar 28, 2018•26 min•Ep. 31
Are you curious about therapy? Take a listen as two therapists talk about some of the therapy basics. Learn how therapy is different from a supportive conversation, typical presenting problems for Black Entrepreneurs, what happens in that first point of contact with a therapist, and how things unfold in your first official appointment. Eunice Blakely is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over sixteen years of experience in the mental wellness and behavioral health field. She enjoys facilitat...
Mar 21, 2018•41 min•Ep. 30
Black Entrepreneurs it’s time to check in. How many of us have a self-care regime that supports our schedule and needs? As we juggle more roles in our daily lives and transition into and out of roles we need to ensure that we are replenishing. Lauren shares her story and solution to making self-care a priority. Lauren Elliott is a former journalist and became a holistic health advocate after she experienced an emergency delivery of her son only eight months after getting married. As a child, Lau...
Mar 14, 2018•34 min•Ep. 29
Happy Women’s History Month, family! Rana highlights how she lives life passionately. As Entrepreneurs learning how to live boldly and make moves in spite of fears creates unknown opportunities and possibilities. Take a listen as Rana shares with us how to make your best moves towards success. Rana Campbell is a marketing strategist, content creator, and host of the Dreams In Drive Podcast - a podcast she launched in January 2016 that teaches creatives & lifestyle entrepreneurs how to take t...
Mar 07, 2018•35 min•Ep. 28
Entrepreneurs, what is your approach to traveling? Have you booked your trip to escape emotional issues, negative relationships, or for relaxation? Ashley breaks down some myths and misconceptions regarding travel, and provides tips on how to have a healthy and successful travel experience. Ashley McGirt is a licensed mental health therapist and owner of A.M.C.S. LLC (Ashley McGirt Counseling and Services) based in Seattle, Washington. Ashley received a Masters of Social Work from the University...
Feb 28, 2018•31 min•Ep. 27
Entrepreneurs does your business reflect your goals and values? Have you created a business that is alignment with the aspects of life that you most treasure? Diamonde reveals the ways in which she creates a business lifestyle that provides balance and nurtures her passion. Diamonde Williamson, an Atlanta native who began her career as a freelance producer, is now creating such a space for herself and other women of color in digital media. She’s also committed to creating opportunity for female ...
Feb 21, 2018•25 min•Ep. 26
Happy Valentine’s Day, family! Purpose is our guiding force in all things, and for Black Entrepreneurs purpose is part of the ground on which we stand. Purpose means that your vision for your business is possible. Dr. Hudson reminds us how to reacquaint ourselves with our purpose. Dr. Eve Hudson, also known as The Purpose Professor, is a proud native of Charlotte, North Carolina. She is the oldest of three and was reared by a single mother in a low-socioeconomic household. She went on to become ...
Feb 14, 2018•41 min•Ep. 25
Are you clear about your identity as an entrepreneur? Is your vision for your business solid? As Entrepreneurs it is vital to the success of our businesses to have a strong voice and position when presenting our services and goods to the world. Listen as Shawn shares his journey and provides wisdom on how to take our Black Business to the next level. Shawn Moore was born in Texas, raised in Baltimore, MD, and currently residing in Atlanta, GA, Shawn Moore holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Co...
Feb 07, 2018•49 min•Ep. 24
In the busy life of an entrepreneur the realities of what it means to carve out time to visit a therapist’s office can seem impossible. Dr. Kendrick and Dr. Johnson not only have the answer, but provide tele-mental health services for such busy individuals. Take a listen and learn see if these services may meet your needs. Dr. Kendrick Bailey is from Glen Allan, Mississippi. Mr. Bailey received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University in Psychology as well as a Master’s Degree ...
Jan 31, 2018•46 min•Ep. 23
22. Creating satisfying relationships with yourself and others featuring Marquita Johnson It’s never too early to evaluate and improve our relationships with ourselves and others. Marquita teaches us about the emotional and mental traps that we fall into and healthy strategies to overcome. Take a listen and let’s all have better relationships! Marquita Johnson is a graduate of Mercer University with a Master of Science in Community Counseling and Master of Divinity. Marquita received her undergr...
Jan 24, 2018•42 min•Ep. 22
Mental health podcasts are becoming digital waiting rooms for potential clients. Lakiesha teaches us how these podcasts help communities learn more about mental health and get familiar with how therapist think. Lakiesha leads us through how she has engaged her communities in sharing more about the benefits of participating in therapy and improving their mental health. Lakiesha is a mother of 2 great children whose passionate about serving the community by helping to dispel the myths about mental...
Jan 18, 2018•32 min•Ep. 21
Happy New Year! Podcast updates. I am offering new services for Black Entrepreneurs who want to work on their mental health. I also share my enormous gratitude for your continued support. Music: Blasian Beats Where to find us: Facebook: Minding My Black Business IG: @drjanaetaylor Twitter: @mindingmyblackbiz Email: info@mindingmyblackbusiness.com Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Comment!
Jan 10, 2018•16 min•Ep. 20
For some of us entrepreneurship has been in our blood since we were little. Others of us grew into entrepreneurship along the way. Either way, Black entrepreneurs all have to navigate the world of branding and marketing. Leroy explains how they are both necessary to build and grow successful Black businesses. Leroy Lasenburg, III is a digital business consultant based in Durham, NC. For over 18 years, he has worked with small and large organizations developing digital business strategies to brin...
Jan 03, 2018•39 min•Ep. 19
18. End of the Year Black Wrap Up with Z. Andrew Jatau We made it through 2017, family. This has been quite a year, filled with triumphs and tragedies. Andrew is back, y’all and we talk about some of notable moments of 2017. Z. Andrew Jatau is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia where he provides counseling services to adults, children, and families. He is also the founder and CEO of a company called Mylemarks dedicated to developing creative products that promote healthy ...
Dec 27, 2017•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 18
The relationship between a therapist and client is unlike any other relationship. Montigus shares with us some reasons Black men may present to therapy. He dispels some common misunderstandings about what happens in the therapy room. He highlights the ways in which therapists help clients meet their goals. Most importantly, for those who are ready Montigus explains how to find a therapist. Montigus Jackson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Anger Management Specialist specializi...
Dec 20, 2017•30 min•Ep. 17
The holiday season can be emotionally tough. What do you do if someone you care about is hurting? Vena explains to us why someone might behave in ways that concern us, maybe by harming themselves or being suicidal. Vena shares how therapy helps those we love who are hurting. She also provides some great tips on what you can do to address this with your loved one. Vena Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides therapy to children, adults, and their families. Ms. Davis is the owner a...
Dec 13, 2017•35 min•Ep. 16
Episode 15. I choose me featuring Erin Edwards Dating intentionally and building a brand have similarities. Both require you to be clear about your goals and create solid boundaries. Erin shares her journey in how we can all grow in our relationships and as entrepreneurs. After obtaining two bachelor’s degrees in psychology/addiction studies, Erin Alexander Edwards decided that her skills of advocacy, relationship building and analytical thinking could also be used in the world of radio and laun...
Dec 06, 2017•31 min•Ep. 15
Entrepreneurs, as we grow our businesses we add to our team for ensured success. Typical team members include accountants, graphic designers, lawyers, and web developers. We make our business primary. Let’s start making our own emotional well-being a foundational piece of business building by adding a therapist to your team. Leslie shares with us how to make that happen. Leslie Garcia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Mental Wellness Consultant with a passion for the mental health and wel...
Nov 29, 2017•33 min•Ep. 14
