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I'm Making MovesEp: 32 My CEO Morning Routine (Creative Edition)So many people think focus comes from doing more. But real clarity starts with how you begin and end your day.In this video, I share my actual morning and nighttime routine—the rituals that help me stay grounded, creative, and present while leading multiple projects.We’ll talk about:✅ Why routine is about alignment, not productivity✅ How prayer, reading, and movement support creative flow✅ Why nighttime boundaries matter just as much as mornings✅ How to design rituals that protect your peaceIf your days...
2026-02-2420 minI'm Making MovesEp 31: You Don’t Need a Huge Budget—You Need a Clear VisionSo many creatives wait for “more money” before they start. But here’s the truth—you don’t need a huge budget. You need a clear vision.In this video, I share how I’ve built productions, programs, and businesses with limited resources, and how clarity and creativity always outshine big budgets.We’ll talk about:✅ Why vision is more important than funding✅ How to get creative with the resources you already have✅ Stories from my own journey of doing more with less✅ How to move forward confidently ev...
2025-12-1619 minI'm Making MovesEp 30: How to Build a Team When You’re Used to Doing It All YourselfIf you’ve ever built something from the ground up, you know how hard it is to let go and trust others with your vision. But the truth is—you can’t grow if you keep trying to do everything yourself.In this video, I’m talking about the journey of learning how to build a team while protecting the heart of your vision. It’s not easy, but it’s necessary.We’ll talk about:✅ Why doing everything alone will eventually hold you back✅ The fears that come with letting...
2025-12-0217 minI'm Making MovesEp 29: Why Preserving Culture Is Just as Important as Creating ItWhen we think of creativity, we often think about making something new. But what about protecting and honoring what already exists? Preserving culture is just as important as creating it—and in many ways, the two go hand in hand.In this video, I’m sharing why I believe cultural preservation should be a core part of every artist’s journey and how honoring our history actually strengthens our creative future.We’ll talk about:✅ What it means to preserve culture in your work✅ Why artists are powerful cultural sto...
2025-11-1811 minI'm Making MovesEp 28: Confidence Isn’t Given—It’s PracticedDo you ever look at confident people and wonder, “Were they just born with it?” The truth is—confidence isn’t given. It’s practiced, built, and strengthened day by day.In this video, I’m sharing how I’ve learned to practice confidence as a dancer, leader, and entrepreneur. Because the truth is, even when doubt creeps in, you can train yourself to stand taller and own your journey.We’ll talk about:✅ Why confidence is a daily practice, not a one-time achievement✅ How to push through self-doubt without p...
2025-11-0415 minI'm Making MovesEp 27: Merch With a Mission: Why I Created The Creole Nutcracker PajamasMost people create merch to make money. But, it was about so much more. The Creole Nutcracker Pajamas are culture, comfort, and community wrapped into one—and they carry a mission bigger than the fabric.In this video, I’m sharing the story behind creating The Creole Nutcracker Pajamas, why 30% of every sale goes back into Heritage Parc, and how merchandise can carry meaning.We’ll talk about:✅ Why I decided to expand The Creole Nutcracker into lifestyle merch✅ The inspiration behind the pajama line✅ How every purchase giv...
2025-10-0717 minI'm Making MovesEp 26: The Business Side of Creativity: What No One Tells YouHave you ever poured your heart into a project only to realize the hardest part wasn’t the art—it was the business behind it? Contracts, budgets, systems… the things no one tells you about when you decide to be a creative entrepreneur.In this video, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real business side of creativity—what I’ve learned, what I wish I knew sooner, and how you can prepare yourself to thrive beyond the stage or studio.We’ll talk about:✅ The ungl...
2025-09-2311 minI'm Making MovesEp:25 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Business & CreativityHave you ever walked into a room full of creatives, leaders, or entrepreneurs and thought to yourself, “Do I even belong here?” That feeling—known as imposter syndrome—is something so many of us face, especially as creative entrepreneurs carving out our own paths.In this video, I’m sharing my honest experience with imposter syndrome: what it feels like, how it shows up in our creative work, and the strategies I use to keep moving forward even when self-doubt creeps in. Whether you’re a dancer, writer, business owner, or any type of creative, this convers...
2025-09-1015 minI'm Making MovesEp: 24 How to Turn Your Passion Into ProfitHave you ever wondered how to transform what you LOVE into what you EARN? In this video, I’m sharing practical steps, personal lessons, and strategies I’ve used to build multiple businesses from scratch—all rooted in passion and purpose.Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or just starting your journey, this episode will help you think differently about your gifts and how to create income streams that align with who you are.📌 What you’ll learn:How to identify your true passionWays to monetize your skills without losing the joySimple systems to tu...
2025-09-0812 minI'm Making MovesEp: 23 Starting from Scratch: How I Built 4 Businesses with No BlueprintI started with an idea, a dream, and no investors — and turned that into four thriving businesses I built from the ground up. In this video, I share my real journey as a creative entrepreneur: the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons I wish I knew sooner. If you’re ready to start your own business or grow the one you have, this story will inspire you to take the leap.📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video:How I went from zero to four successful businessesMy top tips for building from scratch without f...
2025-08-1329 min
Purposely Driven PodcastJazmyn Jones: CAFE Coordinator and Arts AdvocateFrom her early years in Lafayette, Louisiana, Jazmyn Jones exhibited a passion for dance that would shape her life's journey. With a natural talent and dedication, she immersed herself in various dance styles, from ballet to hip hop, nurturing her love for the arts from a young age.
As a teenager, Jazmyn's talent began to shine brightly. At just 14, she took the lead in teaching hip-hop classes and crafting choreographies that captivated audiences. Her dedication and skill caught the attention of renowned figures like Debbie Allen, leading to opportunities such as performing with Urban Souls D...
2024-04-1536 minI'm Making MovesEp: 22 Pulbished Author Tranise Arceneaux on how it's important for woman to take control of their life and rewrite their own story.When Tranise starting writing her book "Give Us Grace" and just so happened to post in a private facebook group, she had no idea her fan base would grow to the thousands in a matter of days. Tranise lets us know that your prupose can find you and reconnect with you when you don't even expect it.
2022-10-1027 minI'm Making MovesEnola Pillard on why even champions at their best need a coach to keep them in the gameDr. Enolla Pillard is a decorated cosmetologist, trichologist, and author who is dedicated to making every look and feel their best. On this episode of I'm Making Moves Dr. Pillard talks her new book "Champions Get Coached" and how even the strongest players need someone to push and remind them of their greatness.
2022-09-1224 minI'm Making MovesKelsey Sanders shares how she's cooking up a master plan to grow her business one meal at a timeFor Kelsey Sanders cooking and making your life easier with meal preparing has become her full-time business with the push of the pandemic. On this episode of I'm Making Moves Podcast Kelsey shares how she scales her food business for success.
2022-08-2928 minI'm Making MovesShannon Ozene on why healing from the inside out will help us live our best life.As we all know taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical self. Shannon Ozene talks about how her Sound Bowl Meditation classes is bring self care to the forefront of the black community and why everyone needs to prioritize self care.
2022-08-1516 minI'm Making MovesFilm Maker Monique Morton Derouselle fills us in on how her personal journey led to her new film "Rising Dawn"Film maker Monique Morton definitely has a unique and inspiring story about how she became a film maker. On this heartening episode of I'm Making Moves Podcast Monique shares how what it takes to tell influential stories and why black woman telling stories is critical and essential.
2022-08-0140 minI'm Making MovesSharina Savoy on how her "Life Spaces" may be exactly what you need to simplify your everyday routine.As a working mom Sharina Savoy's knows the importance of simplifying life as much as possible. That's why she started "Life Spaces", a company the specializes in organizing and designing living and office spaces. She shares with us her inspiration behind starting her business and how organizing your spaces can Improve your mental health.
2022-07-1825 minI'm Making MovesHelanius J. Wilkins sharing how he liberates Black identity through performance.A native of Lafayette, La, Helanius J. Wilkins is a decorated artist dedicated to uplifting and empowering, shaping the conversations about black identity. And he's doing that all through dance and performance. We take a deeper look into his 50 state/ 10 year work " The Conversation Series: Stitching the Geo Political Quilt to Re-Body Belonging". Listen to Season 3 Episode 1 to see how Helanius continues to shatter glass ceilings and make moves.
2022-07-0439 min
Purposely Driven PodcastLeigha T Porter Owner of Parc VillageA native of Lafayette, Louisiana, Leigha Porter M.Ed is the founder and artistic director of F.I.R.E. Expressions Performing Arts Conservatory, Co-Creator of The Creole Nutcracker ,a southern reimagining of the classic Christmas tale and theater production, incubator and owner of  PARC Village, a Community Art Center and collective space that supplies resources for empowering creatives of color. For the past 8 years, Ms. Porter has served as an arts advocate, arts administrator, and movement artist and continues to serve the North side of Lafayette, a historically black and economically and culturally under-served community. Leigha was awarded a...
2022-04-1547 min
It's Acadiana: Out to LunchCreole NutcrackerThe Creole Nutcracker isn't a kitchen implement, it's a Creole version of the classic Christmas kid's ballet, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. And it comes from right here in Acadiana. To put this diversity-inspired ballet in current context, let's take a step back and look at where we are with inclusion in general. We tend to think of advocacy as something nonprofits and community groups do. But more entrepreneurs are blending business and social justice in their startups. This isn’t corporate social responsibility. It’s social entrepreneurship. And it begins with the idea that every community can and shoul...
2022-04-1228 min
He Said, She Said: Razor Branding™ PodcastRazor Branding™ Podcast LIVE: 2.16 with Leigha T. Porter
Joining the Razor Branding™ Podcast is Leigha T. Porter, founder and artistic director of F.I.R.E. Expressions Performing Arts Conservatory.
2022-03-0900 minI'm Making MovesThree Types of mentors everyone should have in their lifeWhen we hear the word mentor we often think part that program for young people at the local high school but a mentor(s) is a person every one should truly have. A mentor truly adds value and support to our lives that we all need to succeed. On this episode I talk about the three types of mentors you should have and why.
2021-05-1125 minI'm Making MovesWalter Hull talks about how everyone needs a village and how socio emotional intelligence allowed him to reach a new height in his careerWalter Hull is a phenomenal artist, educator and mentor. Over the years Walter has shaped the minds of young people and allow found that his life work and destiny is to mentor young people and train others the proper way too collaborative with young people and push them to become their best self. On this episode Walter shares with us is life story, what led him to mentorship, and why every person needs a village.
2021-04-271h 01I'm Making MovesAiree Renee shares how her 80lbs weight loss journey led her to true entrepreneurship and why her mental health comes first.Airee Renee is making major moves in the fitness and dance industry but she had to shed not only a few pounds but a negative mindset to really see herself succeed in her personal and professional life. She gives us all the inspiration we need to allow our commitment to health to really push us to be our true authentic selves.
2021-04-1327 minI'm Making MovesConversations About Race with Our YouthIt seems like everyday the conversation surrounding race and racism is a the forefront of our world. No matter if its Black Lives Matter Movement, Capitol Hill Riot, or the current Meagan Markle interview, one topic that is sure to be continuous is the one surrounding race. While we are affected by these incidents and see them replay over and over on social media, how many of us really stop and think how the same images that we see is seen by our young people. The only way to move towards a more unified world is to start from...
2021-03-1029 minI'm Making MovesMy top apps I use as an entrepreneurStaying on top of every aspect of your business is extremely important and with the smart device we really have no choice but to be organized. On this episode of I'm making moves I share my top apps in the categories of productivity, marketing, social media, project management, and mental health. All apps to help you make moves smarter and easier.
2021-02-1629 minI'm Making MovesFrom cosmetologist to author, Dr. Enola Pillard shares with us what made her reach higher.Dr. Enola Pillard is a life coach, author and trichologist that got her start as a Licensed cosmetologist. While caring for women's hair, she learned she had a deeper passion for inspiring women not only to look their best but to feel their best. She shares her journey of over coming defeat and how she even proved herself wrong.
2021-02-0228 minI'm Making MovesI've created my 2021 vision board now what?The start of a new year brings goals, vision board parties, and manifesting what we want to achieve but the work doesn't stop there. One this episode of I'm Making Moves Podcast I share 3 tips on how to get goals from the vision board and into real life.
2021-01-1919 minI'm Making MovesSupportive Girl Tribe with Jazmyn JonesOn Episode 8 I sat down with my good sis Jazmyn Jones and talked about the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive and positive girl tribe. Jazmyn digs into the topic of more black women going into business with each other.
2020-12-0144 minI'm Making MovesHustling to Health: My Personal Story of how losing 50lbs help me get my life together.Believe it or not our mental and emotional sides are very well connected to our physical health and one this new episode I share my journey of losing 50lbs and how it truly helped me get my life all the way together.
2020-11-1031 minI'm Making MovesLearning the grind and applying the hustle w/ CupidPlatinum recording artist Cupid is no stranger to the grind and hustle. From the music industry to the fitness industry and more, Cupid knows how to use his entrepreneur spirit in more ways than one. On this episode of I'm Making Moves we chat with Cupid on how he grinds and apply the hustle not only in the music industry but in all aspects of his life.
2020-10-2035 minI'm Making MovesSetting Boundaries is a MustBelieve it are not but we show and tell people how to treat us by the boundaries we decide to or not to set. It's apart of healthy of all and any health relationship and should be a must for you. On episode 5 of I'm Making Moves Podcast we talk about the importance of setting boundaries.
2020-09-2912 minI'm Making MovesNutritionist Bianca Plant shares the secret to living a healthy life inside outI think we've all heard the saying " Health is Wealth". Well hear it from the Nutritionist herself, Ms. Bianca Plant, on how you truly live a healthy life. On this episode we dive into health disparities, mental health, and of course physical health. We all want to live a health life and we can start by listening to a few tips from the woman who has the knowledge.
2020-09-1538 minI'm Making MovesWhen Educating The Next Generation w/ Brandi ClayOn this episode of I'm Making Moves Podcast, I sit down with educator Brandi Clay(The Educational Dreamer) as we talk about education in the African American Community. It's no secret there is a huge educational gap in African American Institutions across the country. But the saying " It takes a village" includes taking care of our kids educationally as well. Episode 3 is all about where we are in education, what we can do to help our students, how we can support parents, and how we all can be apart of the "village" and help bridge the gap for the n...
2020-09-0133 minI'm Making Moves5 Tips for Working a 9 to 5 and Being an EntrepreneurSo many of us work two or maybe even three jobs and that often is of regular 9 to 5 job and a side hustle or full time business. On this episode of I'm Making Moves Podcast I share my top 5 tips for navigating a 9 to 5 and being a full time entrepreneur. Let's get these coins.
2020-08-1818 minI'm Making MovesProcrastination, Progress, and Perfectionism Can't Occupy the Same HouseAt some point in our life we all experience one or all of the three P'S: Procrastination, Progress, and Perfectionism, but the only one we should give energy to is progress. In this episode we dive into the top three reasons people procrastinate, why perfectionism can hinder true success and how to make progress the real goal.
2020-08-0426 minI'm Making MovesIntroduction: Welcome to I'm Making MovesAs a choreographer, entrepreneur, and dance educator, I’m always on the MOVE. Making boss moves and actual dance moves is my super power. I’m a trained dancer who turned my god given talent into a business. I'm Making Moves podcast is all things Entrepreneurship, Culture, Life, and Navigating Creative Spaces. Get ready to be motived and inspired to make your on MOVES in life.
2020-05-2600 min