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.
My podcasting bestie is here today and she has a lot to say! Dr. Nicole Young-Martin is a creative professional, writer, producer, podcaster and much more! And, in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, we discuss what it's like to create your own legacy through entrepreneurship and community.
Have you ever thought about the legacy you're leaving behind? When you're working for a company or organization, your focus is on their community culture and goals. But as an entrepreneur, you get to choose your own. You get to decide what you want to be known for.
In this episode, Dr. Nicole shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the challenges and triumphs of freelancing, the importance of community, and the significance of identity in branding and business. She emphasizes the need for balance, the power of saying no, and the value of continuous learning. Dr. Nicole also reflects on her experiences in academia and the evolving landscape of higher education, particularly regarding DEI initiatives. And, she gives us a bunch of Queer Black Women Entrepreneurs that we can follow and support.
We talk:
11:37 – The power of saying so
20:33 – Community-centric business models
33:22 – Building community and personal branding
38:02 – Navigating the "expert" label and its challenges
50:44 – Balancing freelance work and personal identity
57:16 – Planning for change and transitioning in business
Episode References:
Black Women Taught Us – Book by Dr. Jenn M. Jackson
Private Coaching for Creative Professionals – Michelle May
Nerdacity Podcast with DuEwa Frazier
Connect with Nicole! – IG @blackwritersread – YouTube @coco_penexplore
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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