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Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessReclaiming, Rebuilding, and Restoring Black Businesses: Q&A with Phil Andrews, President of LIAACC2020 has presented a big list of challenges to all Americans, most especially African Americans. Since the small business is the lifeblood of any economy, we discuss how the black entrepreneur can tap into the amazing opportunities that have presented themselves during these turbulent times.The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce’s Phil Andrews believes fundamentally in the economic empowerment of entrepreneurs across the country, with minimal government interference. His leadership and the integrity of the Chamber was tested throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Phil proudly shared that they were able to help small companies ride the wa...2020-10-1358 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessThe Perfect Playground for Women of ColorBlack women are human and deserve time to process the trauma and the complexities in our communities and daily lives. How can these women embrace, embody, and express their perfect, authentic self?
Holistic healing, according to De'Nicea Hilton, is an ongoing and continuously evolving journey of growth informed by one’s physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual influences. This type of healing doesn’t only involve cuts and bruises, but more so overcoming limiting beliefs and barriers that you’ve imposed on yourself, willingly or otherwise, throughout your life. If, for example, a black woman becomes fully aware that her skin c...2020-10-0554 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessWhat 2020 Disasters Have Taught UsEvery single one of us has the power to create and pass on a legacy. But how does one go about building their net worth and ensuring that their assets are protected for future generations?
“Digital estate planning is all about leveraging online, self-serve technology to help families put their affairs in order, because we recognize that over 58% have not conducted any form of estate planning.” Cheri Williams-Franklin says that, usually, it’s assumed that going about it is too complicated or expensive. Life Snapshot’s purpose is to simplify digital estate planning to make this timely and relevant process accessib...2020-09-2958 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessIs Fall 2020 Cancelled? Staying Relevant in the Business of FashionHow are some of the most influential designers in the fashion industry staying creative in this time of crisis?
Today’s guest makes an excellent case for forging strong, authentic relationships with your current and potential customers, as well as staying nimble and on the cutting edge by creating an online presence. As a primarily home-based celebrity fashion designer with an established brand and customer base, she’s been able to weather the storm that is COVID-19 and adapt her business to today’s uncertain circumstances.
Everyone is born with potential for entrepreneurship, some with greater potential than others. But no mat...2020-09-2258 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessDiscover The Secret To Breaking Boundaries in BusinessThis week I’m joined by Lee Chambers, an Environmental Psychologist, Wellbeing Consultant and Certified Life Coach, based in Preston, UK. In his interview Lee explained how he has progressed in both his businesses, continued his education and overcome multiple challenges. He also shared some of the biggest life lessons he has learned and gives us advice on a wide variety of topics, from how you can build a business by being true to yourself, to managing stress, to improving the well-being of your team.
Memorable Moments:
● The fascinating world of environmental psychology [11:39]
● Improving the well-being of your team by strategizing a...2020-09-1558 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessBusiness Spotlight: Q&A with Derrick Butler, CEO of KrisspiWhat does it mean to be an effective business leader?
How do you take a vision, grow a business, and relentlessly drive it to completion?
Today’s guest is here to answer all this and more.
As a third-generation entrepreneur, solving problems and adding value to people’s lives runs in Derrick Butler’s blood.
Then, on one fateful weekend in Las Vegas, Derrick found himself in need of an on-demand service that would connect him to a barber.
After searching high and low - and receiving a less than fashionable haircut - Derrick decided to create Krisspi, an app that connec...2020-09-0858 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessShould Brands Take a Stand on Social Justice2020 has been quite an eventful year for the world and for business owners.
We’re currently dealing with a global pandemic and the repercussions it has on business owners. We also saw the Black Lives Matter movement sweep the world, and incite thousands of people around the world to protest police violence and the unjust deaths of George Floyd, Brianna Taylor, and many others.
All of these events have compelled many notable corporations, brands, and influencers to speak out. Some have successfully used their platforms to call for greater change, while others fell short.
With customers now holding brands to a hig...2020-09-0158 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessFinancial Empowerment: Should Women Go It Alone or Keep It Together [Part One]Money, money, money.
Even though money makes the world go round, so many of us live in fear of money. Whether we know it or not, many of us are harboring deep shame or fear around money, and it’s holding us back.
I’m a huge believer that we all need to live in financial empowerment and take control of our financial future. Instead of letting life happen to us, we need to take charge and lead with confidence.
That’s why I’m so excited to launch our 3-part series on how to achieve financial empowerment, featuring special guest, Jayn...2020-07-2134 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessBuilding Generational Wealth: The Power of Your LegacyWelcome to the Just Minding Your Black-Owned Business Podcast.
We’re once again focused on helping you create freedom in your business, personal brand, and lifestyle by bridging the gap between your passion and success for your business.
Today, we’re diving into generational wealth. If you’re intimidated by this term, don’t be. Although it’s something you may want to put off till later, the reality is that all business owners are humans. That means we get tired. We get old. Someday, we may want to retire and pass down the torch.
Building your generational wealth ensures that you hav...2020-07-1420 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessLucinda Cross Shares the Importance of Being Visible & Building Strategic PartnershipsSo many of us like to stay behind the scenes.
Although we desire to be at the forefront of our business, so many of us stay small out of fear.
We fear being seen.
We fear how we’re going to be perceived.
We fear uncertainty.
But guess what? You can have the best business in the world, but without visibility, you won’t succeed.
In order to thrive, we need to stop holding ourselves back and push past the fear. We need to transform our mindset and tell ourselves, “I have something of value to bring to the table.” Only then can...2020-06-2334 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessNikki Woods Shares How to Discover Your Full Potential & Ignite Your Business Growth [Part Two]You can’t sit around waiting for someone to achieve your goals because nobody has the same desire, motivation, and belief that you have in your dreams.
There’s no shortcut to success. You simply have to start. You’ll stumble a lot; but no individual has ever gotten away with success without a ton of failure.
Nikki makes a case against the myth of perfectionism. She says that the majority of your plans will fall short of your ideal. But there’s no getting away from this reality. Instead of striving for perfection, Nikki encourages people to simply carry out their...2020-06-1636 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessNikki Woods Interview: How to Discover Your Full Potential and Ignite Your Business Growth [Part One]In the first half of this two-part interview, Lynn speaks with Nikki Woods. She is a six-time bestselling author and world-renowned media and marketing strategist, having just finished a 10-year run as the senior producer and an on-air personality with the number one nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show. The two discuss key steps every business owner needs to follow in order to discover their full potential as entrepreneurs, especially during these turbulent times.
Listen in and learn how to scale your brand using social media, become confident in making tough business decisions, publish and promote your own [bestselling] book, a...2020-06-0927 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessUnderstanding Millennials from The Millennial PerspectiveMillennials are currently taking over the worldwide workforce.
In fact, it’s predicted that by 2030, millennials will take up 75% of the workforce.
This generation (made up of people born between 1981-1996) is the first one ever to grow up completely surrounded by technology, thus shaping the way they view work. With 1.8 billion millennials in the world, it’s inevitable that the way we conduct business and engage millennials in the workplace will have to evolve.
The question is: what are you and your business doing to attract and retain them in the workplace?
On this episode, I’m diving deep and unpack...2020-06-0217 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessHow to Thrive During the COVID19 Lockdown as a Savvy Business OwnerWhile working from home sounds like a dream come true, being forced to do it in the midst of a global pandemic is more like a nightmare.
On top of that, many small businesses are facing the threat of closing permanently because of the effects of COVID-19. With so much uncertainty in the world, it can be hard to get up and continue staying productive.
But not all hope is lost.
There are many things we entrepreneurs can do to mitigate the effects of the current situation and keep our business afloat, even in lockdown.
In this episode, I’m shari...2020-05-2616 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessHow Mompreneurs Can Up Thier Entrepreneurial HustleMoms are the unsung heroes in every community across the globe.
Not only are we expected to look after the kids and keep a tidy home, but we’re also hustling to build our dream careers.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when trying to juggle and grow your business, you’re not alone.
But if there’s anyone who can do it, it’s you.
In the episode, I’m sharing the tried and tested strategies that other mompreneurs swear by in order to level up their entrepreneurial hustle. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the advice you need to thrive...2020-05-1918 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessThe 4 Pillars of TJMLLC: Purpose, Passion, Vision, and DestinyWhat does success mean to you?
Is it when you finally hit six-figures in your business?
When you get media attention?
When you win a notable award?
As a speaker, life coach, and author of six books, our next guest, Tanya Miller, is no stranger to hitting milestones and achieving society’s definition of success. But, as she reveals in this episode, success isn’t always a fixed, arbitrary goal.
Tune in to hear how Tanya defines success, her refreshing insight on how you can discover your purpose, and how she pushes herself out of her comfort zone. I had so much...2020-05-1225 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessBlack Women Entrepreneurs: Past, Present, and FutureDespite all the challenges that are inherently stacked against us, the state of entrepreneurship amongst black women has never been more promising.
In fact, according to the Center of American Progress, African American women operate more than 1.3 million businesses in the US, which generate over $45 billion in yearly revenue.
In this very special episode, I’m turning back time to learn more about the phenomenal black women who have paved the way for all black business owners. Each of them demonstrates ingenuity, fierce determination, and a resolve to succeed even when the odds are stacked against them.
Along the way, I als...2020-05-0518 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessBusiness Spotlight: Q&A with Erica Nail, Founder of 325 Catering & EventsEvery business owner knows that the entrepreneurial journey is full of adversity. But the key to becoming successful is to just keep going.
Today’s guest is no stranger to adversity.
While battling Lupus and being a single mother of two, Erica Nail went from selling to go plates to starting a thriving catering & event planning business.
Tune in to hear how she uses her adversity to keep pushing forward, why self-care is so important for business owners, and why all of us should leave the past in the past. Erica was an absolute delight to talk to and I know...2020-04-2818 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessPromote Your Small Business Like A Pro To Generate More Brand AwarenessSuccess in business can be broken down into two key parts: supplying something that people are willing to pay for and placing your offer in front of the right people. That’s right, it’s vital for you to promote your business in order to thrive.
But how do you get your offer in front of the right people?
That’s exactly what I’m revealing in today’s episode.
Tune in to learn the simple, but highly effective ways to start promoting your business and generate more brand awareness. Whether you’re someone who thrives online or prefers physical events, you’ll...2020-04-2113 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessBusiness Spotlight: Q&A with Tomina Ward, Founder & CEO of Black Therapy LoveFinding a mental health professional that you can trust and relate to can be difficult - especially in the black community. There’s often this unspoken feeling that we always have to remain strong, and this can often hinder us from taking care of ourselves. In fact, it can be hard to even admit that you need to seek professional help.
My guest today is here to change all of that.
In this episode, I had the honor of talking to Tomina Ward, the founder and CEO of Black Therapy Love. After struggling to find a black therapist, Tomina set out...2020-04-1423 minAnd That’s the Tea PodcastBusiness Spotlight: Q&A with Tomina Ward, Founder & CEO of Black Therapy LoveFinding a mental health professional that you can trust and relate to can be difficult - especially in the black community. There’s often this unspoken feeling that we always have to remain strong, and this can often hinder us from taking care of ourselves. In fact, it can be hard to even admit that you need to seek professional help. My guest today is here to change all of that. In this episode, I had the honor of talking to Tomina Ward, the founder and CEO of Black Therapy Love. After struggling to find a bl...2020-04-1423 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessHow to Build Customer Trust: No Trust = No CustomersWhen it comes to building a profitable business, your customers are everything. They are the sole driver behind your revenue, and they have the power to make or break your business.
How do you guarantee that your customers will continue to return to you again and again?
It all starts with trust and respect. With a plethora of online businesses out there, there’s no reason for customers to lower their standards or deal with a business they don’t relate to. That’s why trust and respect are the cornerstone of consumer decision making. In fact, 83% of customers say they wo...2020-04-0714 min
Just Minding My Black Owned BusinessThe Intro Show with Lynn NicoleWelcome to the Just Minding My Black-Owned Business Podcast.
I’m your host, Lynn Nicole, and I created this podcast to serve black business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to create and run a highly profitable business.
Starting and maintaining a thriving business can be incredibly difficult, and it’s common to hear many owners reach a standstill in their business or feel uninspired. That’s why I want to give you the tools and strategies you need for a profitable and lucrative future.
In this special introductory episode, I dive deeper into the purpose behind this podcast and how it...2020-03-0314 min
Just Minding My BusinessClick UrbanLynn Graham is the Founder and CEO of ClickUrban, LLC which was born out of her burning passion to give back to the community and allow Black business owners to showcase their expertise to a wide range of clients across the world.ClickUrban, LLC is dedicated to providing Black-owned businesses a platform to advertise, market, share resources, and promote corporative economics.(ClickUrban has a gift for you; listen in to receive in)Visit ClickUrban at https://www.theclickurban.com/2020-01-3130 min