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Side Hustle Pro

Side Hustle Pro spotlights bold black women entrepreneurs who have scaled from side hustle to profitable business. Join Chief Side Hustler turned full-time entrepreneur Nicaila Matthews Okome for your weekly installment of Side Hustle Pro and learn actionable strategies to start small and get going–wherever and whoever you are. Side Hustle Pro features interviews with inspiring Black women entrepreneurs who started out as side hustlers, including interviews with Myleik Teele, Morgan DeBaun, Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 436: Mastering Financial Freedom W/ Author & Podcast Host Jamila Souffrant

    2 DAYS AGO

    436: Mastering Financial Freedom W/ Author & Podcast Host Jamila Souffrant

    Jamila Souffrant is the author of the book Your Journey To Financial Freedom, and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. As a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field, her podcast has amassed over 4+ million total downloads. Starting her journey by saving over $100K in two years, she is now financially free.  In this episode she shares: How she went from aggressive saving to over $400K years and becoming debt-freeThe best and easiest way to traditionally publish your bookWhat methods of income-earning have failed her and how she helps others find what works best for them, and more Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 07:00 Mindset is the key to success  14:00 Revenue milestones 25:00 Financial freedom 30:15 Understanding life priorities 38:10 Creating wealth for side hustlers 42:30 Silent wealth   45:30 Tips for entrepreneurs  Check out episode 436 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Links mentioned in this episode Jamila’s 1st Side Hustle Pro episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTM2FyWDOaY Journey To Launch Website: https://journeytolaunch.com/ Journey To Launch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journeytolaunch Jamila’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Journey2launch/ Jamila’s Book: https://yourjourneytofinancialfreedom.com/ Mindset- Carol S. Dweck: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322 The Beautiful Writers Podcast: https://www.beautifulwriterspodcast.com/ Self-Publishing School: https://self-publishingschool.com/podcast/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  2. 435: How Clever Girl Finance Went From Side Hustle To Worldwide Platform

    23 OCT

    435: How Clever Girl Finance Went From Side Hustle To Worldwide Platform

    This week we are getting a masterclass in content-based business with Bola Sokunbi. Bola is a finance expert, 4-time bestselling author, and founder of Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S. In this episode she shares: Her start as a financial advisor while side hustling Clever Girl Finance How she expanded past 1 to 1 business by creating courses and repeatable content How she was able to financially thrive while making her platforms free and accessible  Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 07:15 Becoming a financial expert 12:35 Initial business investments 20:30 Determining target audience  25:18 Building a team 32:40 Making the platform free and accessible 36:53 Benefits and challenges of brand partnerships 44:20 Being a content-first business 57:00 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out this episode of Side Hustle Pro podcast and others out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  Shopify. Go to shopify.com/hustlepro for a free fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify’s entire suite of features. Links mentioned in this episode Clever Girl Finance Website: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/ Clever Girl Finance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance/ Bola’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance/ Bola’s Website: https://www.bolasokunbi.com/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoBola’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance/ Bola’s Website: https://www.bolasokunbi.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m
  3. 434: How Denise Woodard Got Jay-Z, Rihanna, and HER To Partake In Her Packaged Foods Company Rewind

    16 OCT

    434: How Denise Woodard Got Jay-Z, Rihanna, and HER To Partake In Her Packaged Foods Company Rewind

    This week we’re back for a very exciting update episode with Denise Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Partake Foods, the allergy-friendly packaged food company inspired by her daughter’s experience with food allergies. Created in 2016, Denise started the business by self-distributing cookies around NYC, eventually becoming a Certified B Corporation and raising millions of dollars in investment capital.  In this episode she shares: Her strategies to getting investors interested, including big names like HER and RihannaHow she became the first Black woman to raise more than $1 Million publicly for a CPG food startup, accumulating more than $20MHow she is continuing to inspire other entrepreneurs while growing her own business Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 03:30 Partake’s rise to success 07:15 Raising capital with huge companies 14:50 Partnerships and rapid expansion 23:40 Managing personal finances in the start-up phase 29:06 Aligning with your true passions 38:21 Work-life balance 44:45 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 434 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube  Links mentioned in this episode Partake’s Website: www.partakefoods.comPartake’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partakefoods/Denise’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisegwoodard/ Desnise’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegwoodard/ Marcy Venture Partners: https://www.marcyvp.com/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoDenise’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisegwoodard/ Desnise’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegwoodard/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  4. 433: How The Cupcake Collection Founder Mignon François Turned $5 Into Five Million Cupcakes Sold

    9 OCT

    433: How The Cupcake Collection Founder Mignon François Turned $5 Into Five Million Cupcakes Sold

    This week I sat down for a very inspiring chat with Mignon François, the #1 national best-selling author of Made from Scratch: Finding Success Without a Recipe, and founder of a multi-million dollar cupcake empire, The Cupcake Collection.  In this episode she shares: Why having a great product and determination got her community to support her visionThe different financial methods she used, like cash stuffing, to reinvest into her business and employeesHow she leveraged $5 and turned it into a legacy with over five million cupcakes sold And much more, you don’t want to miss the gems she’s dropping! Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 04:30 Learning to bake from grandma 10:53 The struggle to make ends meet 15:09 Turning $5 into $600 20:27 Humble beginnings 32:50 Low margins, high profit from day one 37:30 Benefits of profit sharing with employees 42:00 Scaling to $10,000 days 48:20 Tips for entrepreneurs  Check out this episode of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Links mentioned in this episode The Cupcake Collection: https://www.thecupcakecollection.com/Made From Scratch Book: https://www.amazon.com/Made-Scratch-Finding-Success-Without/dp/B0BV7G8F7C Mignon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cte6fHBIlzO/ The Cupcake Collection’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecupcakecollection/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoMignon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cte6fHBIlzO/  The Cupcake Collection’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecupcakecollection/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
  5. 432: Hoop Mobb Is Becoming A Household Name By Making Jewelry For The Culture

    2 OCT

    432: Hoop Mobb Is Becoming A Household Name By Making Jewelry For The Culture

    This week in the guest chair we’re taking it back to Donyale Walton, founder of Hoop Mobb, Home of the Hoop Earring. Coming from Flint, Michigan, Donyale made her way to New York to learn the business ropes and was inspired to pursue her own ventures.  In this episode she shares: How she went outside of the box of where she’s from and gained unique skills by working in fashion Her process of finding and working with the best manufacturers How she’s able to build the best team and balance hiring family and friends  Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 05:30 Getting her start in fashion 15:30 Determining a niche 24:50 Acquiring vendors and manufacturers  30:53 Focusing on serving a community  38:20 Profitability and hiring strategically  49:09 Marketing and growth strategies 56:22 Tips for entrepreneurs   Check out episode 432 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Links mentioned in this episode The Hoop Mob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehoopmobb/ Hoop Mobb’s Website: https://hoopmobb.com/ Hoop Mobb’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/685105618951748 Donyale’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donyalewalton/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoThe Hoop Mob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehoopmobb/  Donyale’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donyalewalton/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m
  6. 431: How To Move Forward With Your Side Hustle

    27 SEPT

    431: How To Move Forward With Your Side Hustle

    You’ve done your research, gathered your materials and you’re ready to launch your side hustle. Now what? Keep GOING. This is the time to reevaluate, regroup, and dig deeper. A lot of side hustlers who get to this point will start to lose the spark they had when they first started. In episode 431, I’m giving you the tips to keep that same energy and build your side hustle into a sustainable business.  Tips shared include: How to affirm yourself to build confidence The next steps to stay on track with your goalsHow to continue to find inspiration  Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 04:00 Get down to business 05:30 Determine what your impactful tasks are 08:30 Get your schedule down 10:00 Affirm your journey 13:00 Time to get vulnerable 15:30 Find your calling 20:00 Limit outside opinions I’m also hosting a live Side Hustle Bootcamp next week. Whether you’ve started your side hustle or are still trying to get it off the ground, this challenge is designed to help you get out of your head and into action. Go to sidehustlepro.co/bootcamp to sign up! Check out episode 431 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube  Links mentioned in this episode My Old Blog Wordpress Theme DetectorSide Hustle Pro BootcampPodcast Moguls Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  7. 430: The Voice Behind the Brands: Vanessa James on Building a Creative Empire

    25 SEPT

    430: The Voice Behind the Brands: Vanessa James on Building a Creative Empire

    This week in the guest chair we have Vanessa James, the dynamic founder of Vanessa James Media. Known as "the voice you hear everywhere," Vanessa is a seasoned Caribbean voice-over actress whose captivating voice has graced numerous iconic brands, including Netflix, Amazon, and the new promo voice for the nationally syndicated "Tamron Hall" daytime talk show. In this episode she shares about: How she uses her media company Vanessa James Media to advocate for diversity, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and creative collaborationThe groundbreaking events she leads each year like Food, Wine, and Fete—an all-inclusive Soca experience celebrating Caribbean cultureHow she scaled Vanessa James Media from side hustle to a profitable business Highlights include:  00:00 Intro 04:30 Corporate roles and burnout 13:30 Side hustling in V.O. 18:00 Understanding the voiceover industry 22:50 Overcoming a stutter 27:30 Stabilizing income as a side hustler 33:30 Scaling a media business 39:11 Food, Wine and Fete 43:21 How to break into voice acting 49:55 Tips for entrepreneurs  Check out episode 430 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Links mentioned in this episode Vanessa James Media Website: https://www.vanessajamesmedia.com/  Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajamesmedia Vanessa’s X: https://x.com/MsVanessaJamesVanessa’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-james-media/ Reach TV: https://reachtv.com/ Food, Wine, and Fete: https://foodwineandfete.com/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoWebsite: Vanessa James Media: https://www.vanessajamesmedia.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajamesmedia X: https://x.com/MsVanessaJames  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr
  8. 429: How To Test Out Your Side Hustle

    20 SEPT

    429: How To Test Out Your Side Hustle

    In this Flashback Friday episode, we’re taking it back to the steps to take when starting your side hustle, specifically how to test it out. All the research in the world can’t compare to actually launching and testing your side hustle out. This may feel like the hardest part, but don’t let perfectionism get in the way. You’ve already done all the prep work, now it’s time to see the fruit of your labors. You’ll learn the steps needed to launch the side hustle of your dreams.   In the episode I discuss: How to put yourself out there and get your side hustle recognized as a brandWhat platforms you’ll need to set up How to be brave and just start Highlights include:  00:00 Intro 03:22 Naming your podcast 05:00 Importance of domain names and websites 09:30 The starting elements  12:30 Refine your starting steps 15:30 Block out the noise The Side Hustle Bootcamp is designed to help busy, multi-passionate professionals just like you discover your perfect side hustle and get it up and running. Join us over at sidehustlepro.co/bootcamp Check out episode 429 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Links mentioned in this episode My old blog: https://cailakspeaks.com/ Wordpress Theme Detector: https://www.wpthemedetector.com/Side Hustle Pro Bootcamp: https://sidehustlepro.co/bootcamp Podcast Moguls: http://podcastmoguls.com/join Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss AnnouncementsJoin our Facebook Community If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
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Side Hustle Pro spotlights bold black women entrepreneurs who have scaled from side hustle to profitable business. Join Chief Side Hustler turned full-time entrepreneur Nicaila Matthews Okome for your weekly installment of Side Hustle Pro and learn actionable strategies to start small and get going–wherever and whoever you are. Side Hustle Pro features interviews with inspiring Black women entrepreneurs who started out as side hustlers, including interviews with Myleik Teele, Morgan DeBaun, Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Nicaila Matthews Okome | Side Hustle Pro Media
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    443
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