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Minding Her Own BusinessThe Audacity Factor: Yana Williams on What It Takes to Scale Beyond Your DreamsWelcome back to Minding Her Own Business, today we have Yanna Williams, the founder behind House of Audacia, a management company for founders ready to scale beyond the business they built. Yanna is a former professor turned multi-million dollar business builder who's helped secure over $6 million in funding. She's the woman power players call when they're ready to become the face of their brand and turn audacious dreams into action. In this conversation: Yanna transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship after realizing the limitations of her academic salaryMultiple streams of income are...2025-07-1532 min
Diary of a SHE-EOBuilt for This: A SHE-EO's Reflection on Growth, Grit, and the Next ChapterIn this final episode of Season 2, Diary of a SHE-EO founder Yanna Williams is pulling back the curtain.From recording solo episodes about her journey to booking 20+ interviews and producing a podcast people actually wait for, Yanna shares the real, raw, and unfiltered evolution behind the mic. This isn’t a highlight reel, it’s the story of growth in real time.In this powerful reflection, you will hear:What it really takes to stay consistent when no one’s clapping yetThe behind-the-scenes truth of building a podcast and platform from s...2025-07-0931 min
Diary of a SHE-EOThe Real Rules of Marketing: Why Simplicity Wins with Caroline CrawfordWhat if everything you’ve been told about marketing is wrong? In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Caroline, a bold voice in marketing and founder of Cultiveight Comms shares what most companies get completely wrong about branding, marketing strategy, and connecting with customers. From fighting to be heard in a world full of noise to unlearning harmful business advice, she breaks down how to simplify your message, trust your vision, and make marketing work for you. This isn’t about gimmicks, it’s about getting real.Tune in and get ready to rethin...2025-07-021h 44
Diary of a SHE-EOOwning Your Worth & Redefining Work with Meghan HouleWhat happens when you stop chasing job titles and start building the life you actually want?In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, career strategist and recruiter Meghan Houle joins us for a conversation about worth, work, and the power of doing things your way. From surviving toxic workplaces to advocating for talent in broken hiring systems, Meghan has seen it all, and she’s using her voice to change how we hire, how we show up, and how we own our value.Whether you’re climbing the corp...2025-06-2541 min
Diary of a SHE-EOWhere the Friends At? Reimagining Connection with Charity LockeWhy is it so hard to make friends as an adult?In this eye-opening episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Charity Locke , founder and CEO of Mixxer, a new social app for building friendships IRL, joins us to unpack the loneliness epidemic facing adults today. From moving to new cities without community to navigating motherhood and remote work, Charity gets real about how connection is changing, and why her platform is flipping the friend-making process upside down.This is not another “just swipe and hope” solution. Mixxer prioritizes meaningful in-person experiences byhelping users go from the...2025-06-1845 min
Diary of a SHE-EOConfidence Isn’t a Trend: Plus-Size Advocacy, Self-Worth & Fashion Equity with Beth HitchcockThe battle of your mind is the toughest you'll ever face.Beth Hitchcock, body image consultant and founder of Fluffi, sits down with us for an unfiltered conversation on the realities of building a brand rooted in inclusivity. From sleeping in a hallway in NYC to launching a body diversity consultancy, Beth opens up about confidence, fashion, and the emotional toll of entrepreneurship. We talk about the systemic gaps in plus-size fashion, navigating burnout as a founder, and why “body positivity” isn't just a buzzword, it’s a battle cry. Whether you’ve felt othered, unseen, or unsure of how to s...2025-06-1153 min
Diary of a SHE-EODitching Perfect for Powerful with Alicia Noelle"You don't need to be perfect to be powerful, just willing to be seen."In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Alicia Noelle of Society for Black Girls, opens up about her ongoing journey of healing, belonging, and bold self-definition. As a biracial woman raising two Black children, Alicia shares how colorism and racial trauma shaped her—but never defined her—and how she’s now rewriting the rules of business, motherhood, and personal growth.From setting boundaries in an always-online world to navigating authenticity in the era of AI and building in public, Alicia...2025-06-051h 03
Diary of a SHE-EOPermission to Be: Joy, Success & the Life You Actually Want With Anna BullockWhat if living a good life didn’t need permission?In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, our “unhitched genius”, Anna Bullock, joins us to explore what it really means to build a joy-filled life on your own terms. From leaving the corporate mold, to redefining confidence and success, Anna speaks candidly about authenticity, healing, and breaking free from the pressure to “pick one thing.” If you’ve ever felt boxed in by traditional paths or burned out by the life you were told to want, this episode is your permission slip to just be.2025-05-281h 04
Diary of a SHE-EOKnowledge Is Power: Reclaiming Health & Breaking Barriers with Dr. Denise BronnerWith great power comes great responsibility, so what happens when a brilliant mind decides to redefine healthcare from the inside out?In this week’s episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Dr. Denise Bronner takes us on a powerful journey through science, identity, and entrepreneurship. From her early days studying insects in her backyard to earning her PhD in microbiology, Denise has always been obsessed with understanding how things work — and more importantly, how to make them better.Now, through her strategic consulting firm Empactful Ventures, she’s on a miss...2025-05-211h 13
Diary of a SHE-EOBurnout to BreakthroughWhat happens when your business becomes too successful, too fast? In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Rikki Kelly, founder of EGO Tequila, opens up about the highs of launching to viral success — and the lows of navigating overwhelming demand, missteps, and burnout. Now, after taking a step back to rebuild, she’s relaunching with a new perspective and a mission to do it right. 🎤 Follow Diary of a SHE-EO on Instagram!@diaryofasheeopod founder @yannabeans
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Diary of a SHE-EOBlazing New Paths with Maisha BahatiMaisha Bahati is reaching higher heights with her Cannabis Lounge, but getting there was no easy feat. In today's episode of Diary of a SHE-E-O, we get deep on pushing through failure and the power of getting out of your own way.
2025-05-071h 00
Diary of a SHE-EOStanding on Business with Mesha GarnerWhen it comes to running a business, you have to learn how to stand on business. In today's episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Mesha spills the tea on being the COO of our parent company, Dear Diary, the importance of knowing yourself before you bring on a team, and the road to a Billion Dollar Business.
2025-04-301h 13
Diary of a SHE-EOGirl Makes WorldKia Perry is making her own world, and we're just imagining ourselves in it. In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Kia Perry, the creative genius behind crafting immersive AI designs, reveals how she’s reimagining what spaces can be IRL. From her childhood fascination with creating new worlds to her groundbreaking work with AI in retail design, Kia is reshaping how brands and businesses connect with consumers. Enter her world through her lens and let's dive in. Listen now for the full story on Kia's 3D impact turned reality. 🎤 Follow Diary of a SHE...2025-04-231h 00
Diary of a SHE-EOGirls Don't Do That"Girls don’t do that." Well, Melinda Jackson is here to prove that girls can absolutely do that! 💥In this episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, Melinda, the loud, crazy, and fearless powerhouse behind Melinda Jackson PR, opens up about her untraditional journey into entrepreneurship. From defying expectations to building a PR empire, Melinda’s story is a testament to the power of doing things your way, no matter the noise.Melinda’s journey is all about stepping into your truth, shattering stereotypes, and owning your narrative unapologetically. Your success doesn’t have to look like e...2025-04-161h 02
Diary of a SHE-EONot so Fast Fashion! Marrying the Bridal Industry and AI with Becca WenningWhat if the next step in your entrepreneurial journey isn’t about a business plan — but embracing the messy, imperfect process of growth? In this inspiring conversation, entrepreneur and bridal industry innovator Becca joins me to share her powerful journey from aspiring physical education teacher to creating Dress It—an AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize the bridal experience. From navigating the highs and lows of people-pleasing to learning that "done is better than perfect," Becca reflects on how her competitive drive, coaching background, and vision for helping women shaped her path. We dive deep into the pivotal moments that led he...2025-04-101h 02
Diary of a SHE-EOTrauma, the Nervous System & the Entrepreneur’s Body with Ali KatesWhat if the block in your business isn’t strategy, but your nervous system?In this powerful conversation, trauma-informed coach and somatic healing practitioner Ali Kates joins me to unpack the real, raw, and often misunderstood relationship between trauma, the body, and entrepreneurship. From building her business in an IV room while battling chronic Lyme disease to helping high-achieving women process deep pain through somatic work, Ali shares how the body remembers what the mind tries to forget and how that impacts our business, burnout, and breakthroughs.Connect with Ali Kates: ...2025-04-021h 04
Diary of a SHE-EOBeauty, Business & the Price of Playing SmallDesiree Crenshaw built her beauty empire from zero clients to becoming the go-to chemist behind some of your favorite brands. In this powerful conversation, we unpack the myths of “clean” beauty, what really goes into your products, and the growing pains of scaling with integrity. Desi also shares a vulnerable moment that made her realize she’s been playing small—without even knowing it.This is the part of the founder journey no one talks about… until now.Connect with Desiree CrenshawLinkedInInstagramWebsite
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Diary of a SHE-EOFor Such A Time As ThisI almost packed my bags and left SXSW early. Between the self-doubt, unexpected chaos (y’all, someone literally tried to break into our hotel room 👀), and questioning my path, I wasn’t sure if I was supposed to be there. But then, everything shifted.In this episode, I share the moments that shook me, the lessons that anchored me, and the undeniable signs that reminded me: I was made for such a time as this. If you’ve ever doubted your path, this one’s for you.🚀 The Dear Diary Co. waitlist is open! If yo...2025-03-1936 min
Diary of a SHE-EOThe Untold Truth About Exiting with Maggie LordMaggie Lord started her company with a simple idea, scaled it into something bigger than she ever imagined, and then faced one of the hardest decisions an entrepreneur can make—walking away. In this episode, she opens up about the emotional and strategic side of selling a business, what most founders get wrong about exits, and how to know when it’s time to let go.If you’ve ever wondered how to prepare your business for acquisition, what really happens behind the scenes of a sale, or what life looks like after the exit—this conversation is for y...2025-03-121h 12
Diary of a SHE-EOWhat I Didn't Want You To KnowSuccess is messy, unpredictable, and full of pivots! Right now, I'm in the thick of it! In this first episode of Diary of a SHE-EO, I'm pulling back the curtain on why I changed the direction of this podcast, what's really been happening behind the scenes, and why building a personal brand (and business) in 2025 is nothing like what I expected. If you're in the trenches too, trying to build, pivot, or scale while feeling like you don't have it all together, this one's for you! Let's talk about it!
2025-03-0535 min
Invest In Yourself: The Digital Entrepreneur PodcastKalyanna Williams joins Phil Better to Reveal the Secrets Behind Her $60,000 Entrepreneurial Success Story!In this episode of Invest In Yourself: The Digital Entrepreneur Podcast, your host Phil Better, The Podcast Mogul, welcomes the unstoppable Kalyanna Williams, a visionary entrepreneur and social innovator. Together, they dive deep into the art of social entrepreneurship and community empowerment, offering a treasure trove of insights and actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make an impact.What You’ll Learn:🌟 Discover how Kalyanna launched a successful organization guiding Black girls towards empowerment🌟 Learn the secrets to scaling a mission-driven business even in challenging times🌟 Find out how Kalyanna navigated the pressures of breaking...2025-02-2651 min
Diary of a SHE-EOSeason Two Is HERE!!!Last year was a ride, the ups, downs, and everything in between. But I’m back, I’m better, and whew, do I have some things to say. We’re going deeper, bolder, and realer than ever. Life, business, money, fitness, relationships, literally NOTHING is off-limits.
New episodes drop every Monday. Y’all ready?? Let’s get it.
2025-02-0302 min
Diary of a SHE-EOWhen Letting Go is the Best Way ForwardSaying goodbye is never easy, but sometimes it's necessary. In this episode, I'm sharing my heart as I reflect on the decision to close Dear Diary. From the wins to the struggles, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the journey, the emotions, and what's next for Dear Diary and for me. If you're curious about how to navigate change, embrace growth, and move forward with purpose, this episode is for you.
2024-12-2436 min
Diary of a SHE-EOIn The MiddleIn this episode, Yanna and Walter discuss being “in the middle” of dating and marriage. They discuss the tough conversations, setting boundaries, and the ultimate grief of letting go. Explore the middle with the Williams.
2024-08-121h 07
Diary of a SHE-EODear Diary,Today’s episode is a little different. Today, I read my diary, out loud!
2024-07-2205 min
Diary of a SHE-EOWas It Love At First Sight?!On this episode of Spill It, Beans, YannaBeans welcomes her first podcast guest, her husband! Learn more about their love story and if it was really love at first sight.
2024-07-2242 min
Diary of a SHE-EOLife is LIFING!!!Beans is BACKKKKK!!! In this episode, YannaBeans gives an update on all the things that's been going on with her over the last three months. She's raw, she's vulnerable, she's BACK!
2024-07-1236 min
Diary of a SHE-EOYour Notes AppWelcome to the inaugural episode of ‘Espresso Shots’ on Spill It Beans! In this quick dose of inspiration, YannaBeans dives into the untapped potential of your Notes app. Join her as she encourages listeners to revisit their digital diaries and breathe life into the ideas, dreams, and plans they’ve tucked away. Discover the power of execution as YannaBeans shares practical tips for turning your notes into action and making your aspirations a reality. Tune in and let’s brew some magic together!
2024-04-1903 min
Diary of a SHE-EOThe Grass IS GreenerJoin us for 'The Grass is Greener' on 'Spill It, Beans,' where YannaBeans gets real about money, shattering the poverty mindset. Discover transformative insights and practical advice to empower your financial journey and elevate your life.
2024-04-1235 min
Diary of a SHE-EOYou and The MirrorUnveil the essence of authenticity in ‘You and the Mirror,’ an introspective journey towards embracing your true self and living unapologetically. This episode invites you to reflect on your reflection, encouraging a life lived in harmony with your deepest truths.
2024-04-0539 min
Diary of a SHE-EOPotential vs. RealityUnlock the mystery of transforming vision into reality in this intriguing episode of ‘Spill It, Beans.’ Join YannaBeans as she guides us through a journey of paradigm shifts and the pursuit of a life designed by none other than you. Get ready to be inspired to decide, visualize, and go get it!
2024-03-2943 min
Diary of a SHE-EOHERstory In The MakingIn this opening episode, we peel back the curtain on the woman behind the voice, exploring the twists, turns, and triumphs that have shaped her journey. From the early whispers of ambition to the loud, proud declarations of a life lived unapologetically on her own terms, join Yanna as she shares the stories that have made her the multifaceted force she is today. This isn’t just a recount of past events; it’s an invitation into the making of a legacy.
2024-03-2240 min
Diary of a SHE-EOSpill It Beans: TrailerGet ready for the tea with YannaBeans, host of Spill It, Beans podcast! Join her as she takes you on her life's journey where unfiltered conversations meet unscripted moments. Brewing inspiration, spilling truths, and sharing plenty of laughter along the way. From fashion to politics, relationships to business, nothing is off-limits as Yanna and her guests spill the beans.
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