Bet On Yourself, Sis!
Bet On Yourself, Sis!
Podcast Description
Bet On Yourself, Sis! is a podcast for Black women entrepreneurs ready to silence doubt, take up space, and see their magic shine, literally! Every episode is a new interview with an amazing Black women entrepreneur. And we dive into honest conversations, success stories, and actionable strategies that empower you to show up boldly and bet on your brilliance. This space is your reminder that you are the investment. So, tune in, and let’s build a powerful community together.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as personal development, entrepreneurship challenges, and community building. Episodes highlight unique success stories like that of Tish Baldez who shares insights on consulting, emphasizing integrity, collaboration, and the importance of crafting unique value propositions, with specific focus areas on humility, gratitude, and the experiences of women of color in business.
Bet On Yourself, Sis! is a podcast for Black women entrepreneurs ready to silence doubt, take up space, and see their magic shine, literally! Every episode is a new interview with an amazing Black woman entrepreneur. And we dive into honest conversations, success stories, and actionable strategies that empower you to show up boldly and bet on your brilliance. This space is your reminder that you are the investment. So, tune in, and let’s build a powerful community together.
"Make bravery a part of your DNA!" This amazing quote came from today's guest, Beverly Akufo-Addo, and in this episode of Bet On Yourslef, Sis!, she encourages, motivates, and inspires Black Women Entrepreneurs to do just that. Bev is a Joy Activist, Social Catalyst and Free Spirit. And, she guides women to lead a life of freedom without fear, shame or guilt, through coaching sessions, workshops, talks and other events.
In this engaging conversation, Bev and I explore the concept of joy activism, the choice of not having children, and the importance of entrepreneurship as a means of achieving freedom. We discuss the significance of boldness, especially for Black women, and share personal stories about overcoming self-doubt and building confidence. We emphasize the power of visibility and the unique qualities each individual brings to the table.
Bev and I also explore themes of authenticity, entrepreneurship, and the journey of self-discovery. We discuss the importance of showing up as your true self, the challenges of navigating rejection in business, and the myth of overnight success. We highlight the need to embrace opportunities in obstacles and the significance of valuing your worth in the entrepreneurial landscape.
We talk:
07:12 – Bev's entrepreneurship journey
13:06 – Embracing boldness and visibility
19:01 – Building confidence and overcoming self-doubt
25:28 – Seeing opportunities in obstacles
32:30 – The power of observation and presence
55:29 – Navigating financial realities in business
1:15:54 – Bravery as a lifestyle
1:18:44 – Entrepreneurial advice: taking action
Episode References:
Connect with Bev! – IG @bevdidthattt – TikTok @bevdidthattt – LinkedIn @beverleyakufoaddo
Connect with Pink Lady! – IG @pinkladyprod – Tik Tok @pinkladyprod – LinkedIn @pinkladyprod
Follow Bet On Yourself, Sis! on social media – IG @betonyourselfsis – Tik Tok @betonyourselfsis – YouTube @betonyourselfsis
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