This week I sat down with Terri-Nichelle Bradley, the founder of Brown Toy Box, an educational toy company producing STEAM toys, media, and experiences for centering and celebrating Black children. While working full time, Terri-Nichelle took Brown Toy Box from being a side hustle to a full-scale business. In this episode she shares: How she expanded to being sold in every Target nationwide Why she pivoted from being a subscription box to direct to consumer How she used her network and won inves...
May 03, 2023•54 min
This week we’re wrapping up the solo series on how to regroup and get unstuck in your side hustle for quarter two, this time we’re talking podcast promo. In this episode I share: How to grow your brand awareness to a wider audience The best platforms/apps to promote your business Why you should invest in paid advertisements Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube This episode is brought to you by: HubSpot Podcast Network - The audio destination for business pr...
Apr 26, 2023•15 min
And we’re back with another solo episode. This week I’m giving you the easy step by step process of building an effective email list for your side hustle. In this episode I share: How to take the first step to inviting people to your email list How being consistent with my email list quickly grew my audience engagement The best platforms to optimize communication with your contacts Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube This episode is brought to you by: HubS...
Apr 19, 2023•21 min
In 2023, building a social media presence is essential to growth in your business. Whether you’re side hustling or a full-time entrepreneur, in this episode I’m giving you 5 tips to growing your Instagram and TikTok brand pages, including: How and why you should build a target audience Why you should try out different kinds of content to see what works best Why you should invest in paid advertising Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube This episode is brough...
Apr 12, 2023•31 min
As an entrepreneur, content creation has become a huge part of expanding a business. So this week I’m sharing 4 tips that have helped me take the pressure off creating awesome content while running a business. In this episode I’m sharing: How to optimize your recording sessions to get content done quicker My favorite content creation tech and tools, and much more! Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube This episode is brought to you by: HubSpot Podcast Networ...
Apr 05, 2023•21 min
This week in the guest chair we have Quianne Perrin Savoy and Sonja Smith, founders of The Merch Studio. They provide businesses and entrepreneurs with unique and completely customizable merchandise. In this episode they share: How their creative backgrounds set the foundation for starting their own business How they expanded from small business to having corporate clients The processes they use to ensure high quality and timely customer service Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcast...
Mar 29, 2023•46 min
This week I’m sitting down with Cat Peoples, an actor, producer and entrepreneur who is giving us a masterclass in getting in alignment with your purpose. Starting as a side hustler, Cat has become a household voice that you may hear on commercials, audiobooks and more. In this episode she shares: How she got her start and built her portfolio as a voice actor How she leaned into her natural talents to create a stable income for herself Why having unwavering confidence and faith has propelled her...
Mar 22, 2023•59 min
This week I sat down with Claudia Walker, founder of HBCU Prep School. As a proud second generation HBCU graduate, Claudia authored the best-selling book series, The ABCs of HBCUs and The ABCs of Black Wall Street. In this episode Claudia shares: How she balances being a full time entrepreneur while working a full time job The insider financial skills she picked up during her time on Wall Street How she landed her self-published children’s book on Target shelves And many more side hustle gems! C...
Mar 15, 2023•52 min
Domonique Brown is the artist and Founder behind DomoINK, a lifestyle brand that contributes art, apparel, and home decor in celebration of Black art. In today’s episode she shares: How her side hustle went from Instagram posts to Target stores How she approaches conversations with major brands regarding pricing and licensing her art How she manages the financial ups and downs of entrepreneurship and so much more! Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube This e...
Mar 08, 2023•39 min
In this update episode we are catching up with Jocelyn Delk Adams, author and founder of the award winning cookbook Grandbaby Cakes and the food website Grandbaby-Cakes.com, where she shares her cherished generational recipes with a modern spin while preserving their original charm and spirit. In this episode Jocelyn shares: How she went from pitching herself to local news stations to starring on the Today Show, Food Network, and Disney Plus Why her food blog has been so successful and her advic...
Mar 01, 2023•52 min
This week we're getting a masterclass in entrepreneurship with Ehime Eigbe, Founder & CEO of Sweetkiwi, an extremely sought after frozen yogurt brand. Inspired to make a healthy dessert for herself after a uterine fibroid diagnosis, Ehime has grown Sweetkiwi to be West Africa’s biggest frozen yogurt brand. In this episode, Ehime shares: How she’s gotten her products into Walmart and Whole Foods How she paused her entrepreneurship journey and went back to her full time job before restarting h...
Feb 22, 2023•44 min
Abena Boamah-Acheampong is the founder + CEO of Hanahana Beauty, a consciously clean skin care, beauty + wellness brand. As a former 7th grade math teacher and therapist, Abena launched her brand with humanity and intention in mind. Now being sold in stores like Ulta, Hanahana Beauty is quickly on its way to becoming a household name. In this episode Abena shares: How she was able to pay the Ghanaian women who produce the raw materials twice their asking price The skills she learned from being a...
Feb 15, 2023•57 min
We’re dropping double the gems this episode as I sit down with DMV moms Nikki Osei-Barrett and Simona Noce Wright, founders of the premiere organization for millennial moms of color, District Motherhued ® and the first and only conference for millennial moms of color, The Momference®. In this episode Simona and Nikki share: What it took to successfully launch The Momference® while working full time jobs and raising kids How they secured Kelly Rowland as a keynote speaker at The Momference® How t...
Feb 08, 2023•57 min
We’re back with an update episode with Jacquelyn Rodgers, founder of Greentop Gifts. I first spoke with Jacquelyn in 2020, when we learned Greentop Gifts aims to create products that represent what the holidays look like for Black and Brown families. Since then, Jacquelyn has gotten Greentop Gifts into retailers like Target and Amazon. In this episode Jacquelyn shares: What it took to get into Target retail and the village that supported her journey there The many grant competitions and accelera...
Feb 01, 2023•41 min
This week in the guest chair we have Keewa Nurullah. Keewa is mom of two, a fourth generation Black Wall Street descendant, and founder Kido Chicago, a wildly popular children’s brand and destination in the Southside of Chicago. In this episode she shares: How she scaled her business from a single onesie to carrying 1000s of children’s products online and in her storefront Why she created a community gathering space for parents on Chicago’s Southside How she’s carrying on the legacy of her entre...
Jan 25, 2023•46 min
This week I sat down with Trina Small, the founder of Supermom Culture. After leaving her logistics job, growing her blog, and blowing up on social media, Trina took a leap to start her brand that empowers mothers through streetwear. Starting off on her own packing orders with her daughter out of her apartment, Trina took risks and bet on herself to build a solid brand. In this episode she shares: How she slowly and steadily scaled her business while supporting herself and her family How she lan...
Jan 18, 2023•47 min
So you’ve thought about it forever, but actually launching your side hustle is the hardest part. I’m here to remind you that it’s OK to try things out, start over, and then try again! In this episode I share: The first side hustle I tried and why I quickly learned it wasn’t for me How to find the entry point to break into your side hustle’s industry How taking my time allowed to me prove the concept of my products Five steps to getting your side hustle off the ground and more Check out episode 3...
Jan 11, 2023•20 min
We’re starting off 2023 with a major jumpstart.! No, I’m not giving you a 12-step productivity solution. Instead, I’m sharing five practical tips to help you set yourself up for success and have your best year yet. It can be exciting to start a new year but it can also be overwhelming. I’m here to remind you that you don’t have to have it all together, and you can start over as many times as you need to. In episode 333 I share: How to master your self talk this year Why you should focus on what ...
Jan 04, 2023•23 min
As we count down to the new year, I thought I would share some of the holiday favorites I’m watching (or excited to watch!) this holiday season. Plus, I’m sharing my intentions for 2023. Happy New Year! Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and YouTube This episode is brought to you by: HubSpot Podcast Network - The audio destination for business professionals with content designed to help you listen, learn, and grow. Listen to Side Hustle Pro and more shows on the HubS...
Dec 28, 2022•36 min
One of the best parts of interviewing black women entrepreneurs is the wisdom they share and getting to apply those gems in my own world and share it with all of you. We’re taking a look back on the best of Side Hustle Pro in 2022. From women expanding their businesses into every Target in America, to women inspiring Beyoncé and Kerry Washington, we had some exciting guests this year! Tune in to find out who was dropping that Side Hustle knowledge. Check out this episode and others on Apple Podc...
Dec 21, 2022•37 min
This week I’m walking you down the winding path I took to get Side Hustle Pro to where it is today. Starting in the corporate world at companies like NPR and Google, it took me several years and several career experiences to realize that I was meant for entrepreneurship. Once I decided to be my own boss, I had to develop a whole new set of skills. In this episode, I’m giving you the inside look into: How and why I decided to quit my job and become a full time entrepreneur Why I went back to scho...
Dec 14, 2022•56 min
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Dec 07, 2022•36 min
This week I sat down with Janae Marks, the critically acclaimed author of middle grade novels From the Desk of Zoe Washington and A Soft Place to Land. We get to hear about her journey from writing as a side hustle to becoming a full time author. Now, her best selling book is soon to be a Disney Original movie, produced by Kerry Washington! In episode 328 Janae shares: How impactful and important her novels are for young Black kids How to get started as a new author and the reality of how long t...
Nov 30, 2022•55 min
This week I sat down with Codie Elaine Oliver, the CEO and Co-founder of Black Love, Inc. The 100% Black owned media company, founded by Codie Elaine Oliver and husband Tommy Oliver, is a hub for Black couples and singles to have transparent conversations around relationships, parenthood, dating, and more through their app, podcast network, documentaries, and live events. We get the inside scoop on how Codie built her show from the ground up and grew into a multimedia empire. In this episode she...
Nov 23, 2022•47 min
This week in the guest chair we have Erica Davis, the CEO & Founder of The Sip, a lifestyle brand that focuses on the education and discovery of champagne and sparkling wine. Along with Co-Founder Catherine Carter, Erica has opened the door for many people, especially women, to discover and indulge in the luxury of champagne. As an Oakland native, Erica made it her mission through The Sip to give back to the city through charitable initiatives coupled with every purchase. In this episode Eri...
Nov 16, 2022•47 min
In this very exciting episode, I’m chatting with Wilglory Tanjong, the Founder and CEO of Anima Iris, a technology-driven luxury bag brand that is industrializing Africa through retail. Starting with a personal investment of $5K, in under two years Wilglory has scaled Anima Iris into a multimillion-dollar valued company. In this episode she shares: How she worked alongside artisans in Dakar, Senegal for their craftsmanship and ended up supporting their livelihoods and families Her advice on keep...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 14 min
We’re taking it back to shine the spotlight on Tolu Garcia, host of the UI Narrative podcast. Tolu launched and scaled her podcast using the methods that I teach inside of Podcast Moguls . You’ll hear how Tolu went from just having an idea when she started the program, to launching a podcast that’s sponsored by Google. In this episode Tolu shares: -The actionable steps Podcast Moguls provided when starting her podcast -How she got Google to sponsor her indie podcast In case you don’t know, Podca...
Nov 02, 2022•43 min
In today's episode I'm sharing inside my playbook, how I landed in the top charts when I launched my podcast. I’m giving you five tips to make sure your podcast launch is successful. I share all these tips and much more in my Podcast Moguls Accelerator. Podcast Moguls is an 8 week, interactive accelerator program that teaches my proven, effective marketing strategies to emerging podcasters who want to make an impact, build a brand, and monetize their podcast. To learn more about How To Start Pod...
Oct 26, 2022•23 min
This week I’m sitting down with Rachel Rodgers. Rachel is the creator of the Hello Seven brand and the founder of We Should All Be Millionaires: The Club. Her book, We Should All Be Millionaires is a woman’s guide to earning more, building wealth, and gaining economic power. After law school, Rachel decided to put her degree to use and started offering her lawyer services to small businesses. Like most side hustlers, she then reevaluated if that work was truly fulfilling and realized she could b...
Oct 19, 2022•58 min
Shontay Lundy, Founder of Black Girl Sunscreen is in the guest chair today. In 2016, Shontay realized she was tired of using sunscreen that left a white residue on her dark skin. So she decided to leverage her MBA and knack for business to develop a melanin-friendly option. Since then, Shontay has emerged as a thought leader and innovator in the beauty industry and her success has been chronicled by Forbes, Business Insider, Teen Vogue, InStyle, and countless other national publications. In just...
Oct 12, 2022•48 min
