Grace, Growth & Business for Women of Color with Amanda Fludd

Amanda Fludd

Are you a purpose-driven woman of color ready to grow your business—and the woman behind it?  Welcome to Grace, Growth, and Business—the podcast for ambitious women of color who are done hiding and ready to leverage their skills, and show up in their power. Hosted by Amanda Fludd, a seasoned mindset coach, trauma therapist, and business strategist, this show blends practical business strategies with the emotional and psychological tools necessary to sustain your growth.  This is where women unlearn the hustle, hiding, and internalized pressure—so they can lead with confidence, set bankable goals, and develop nervous system-aligned strategy. In business. In life. In rooms they were told weren’t for them. Each episode offers grounded insights:  You'll learn how to build visibility and show up confidentlyMove through impostor syndrome and perfectionismWhy your nervous system is the missing link in your businessHow to scale with integrity If you're ready to stop sitting on your ideas, build authority, and grow with ease, this is the space for you. Strategies for grown women navigating complex spaces and complex stories as they pursue their goals.

  1. 5D AGO

    Your Pharoah Is Not Your Problem

    Send us Fan Mail You did the hard thing. You got the promotion, started the business, left the toxic environment — and somehow, it still doesn't feel the way you thought it would. The overthinking is still there. The pressure is still there. And you can't figure out why. In this episode, Amanda Fludd breaks down a pattern that high-achieving women know all too well but rarely have language for: changing your environment without changing the beliefs you carry into it. Using the story of Moses and the Israelites leaving Egypt, Amanda unpacks why our nervous systems don't automatically reset when our circumstances improve — and what it actually takes to stop the old patterns from following you into your next level. You'll learn: Why success can still feel like survival mode (and what's really driving it)What "hidden luggage" is and how it quietly sabotages new opportunities, promotions, and seasons of growthHow deeply wired beliefs around responsibility, worth, and safety keep recreating the same stress in brand-new situationsThe 1% shift that helps you start dismantling old patterns without overhauling your entire lifeThe one question to ask yourself this week if you're tired of getting in your own wayIf you've ever worked hard to get somewhere and still felt stuck, this episode will help you understand why — and what to do about it. Ready to go deeper? If you're tired of carrying patterns that don't belong in your current season, the EMDR Intensive is the reset you've been needing. Learn more → https://amandafludd.com/therapyintensive/ Get weekly confidence and mindset coaching delivered to your inbox. Join The Weekly Unlock newsletter → https://bit.ly/newsandnuggets Grace, Growth & Business is the podcast for ambitious women unpacking the internal patterns shaping how they lead, build, and show up in their work and lives.  🎁 Grab the free guide: When Being Good Still Isn't Enough as Black Women → https://bit.ly/goodenoughworkbook ⚡️ Need a Coach or Speaker? My details → www.amandafludd.com 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life.

    14 min
  2. 09/25/2025

    When You Want to Quit—But You’ve Already Started

    Send a text When You Want to Quit—But You’ve Already Started Welcome back to Grace, Growth & Business—the podcast for women who refuse to shrink back, even when the journey feels messy. I’m Amanda Fludd, the Queen of Quiet Power and Bold Presence, and today I’ve got a short but powerful reminder for every woman who’s ever thought: “Why am I even doing this?” If you’ve felt tired, inconsistent, or ready to give up while everyone else seems ahead—this episode is for you. We’re breaking down: Why consistency is hard (and why that doesn’t mean you’re failing)The real enemy to progress (hint: it’s not laziness—it’s shame)How small, imperfect steps stack up to real momentumWhy progress > perfection, purpose > pressure, and action > aestheticsA practical mindset shift: A.C.T.I.O.N.—Any Choice Today Is Over NothingYou don’t need a perfect season or flawless strategy. You need courage to keep coming back—again and again—because where there is movement, there is hope. If you’ve been stuck in self-doubt, waiting for the “right” time, this episode is your push to keep building, keep showing up, and keep honoring the call on your life—even when it’s hard. ✨ Listen in, share this with a friend, and let me know the one thought you’re taking with you today. 📩 Stay Connected: Join the newsletter for weekly confidence + mindset coaching  →https://bit.ly/newsandnuggetsGrab the free guide: 5 Steps to Reset Your Mindset & Stop Shrinking → https://bit.ly/45HAMPvFollow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/amanda.fludd 🎁 Grab the free guide: When Being Good Still Isn't Enough as Black Women → https://bit.ly/goodenoughworkbook ⚡️ Need a Coach or Speaker? My details → www.amandafludd.com 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life.

    12 min
  3. 09/18/2025

    Why your nervous system might be shutting you down (and what it’s really trying to tell you).

    Send a text Sis, let’s get real for a second. That inner voice telling you “I’m lazy… I can’t stay consistent… I’m always behind”? That’s not the truth. What feels like a motivation problem is often your body waving the red flag, saying “I’m done.” In this episode, we’re flipping the script on motivation. You’ll learn: Why your nervous system might be shutting you down (and what it’s really trying to tell you).How negative self-talk keeps you stuck in survival mode.Simple, life-aligned shifts you can make so action feels lighter instead of draining.This is not about grinding harder or piling on more shame. It’s about honoring your capacity, giving yourself permission to slow down, and building strategy that supports your system and your goals. If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind, or like something is wrong with you because you just can't keep up with your goals, or get it together—this conversation will remind you about a truth we don't talk about enough and a better way forward. 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life and make sure to subscribe! 🔗 Need guided support to plan your next season with peace instead of hustle? Join Amanda’s quarterly planning session. It's FREE: https://bit.ly/q4plans Or  grab the free guide: 5 Steps to Reset Your Mindset & Stop Shrinking → https://bit.ly/45HAMPv 🙌 Here’s a little gift just for our listeners: Visit designsbytee3.com and use code POD10 at checkout to get 10% off your first order of branded merchandise for your business or event. That’s POD10 for 10% off — go on, wear your values loud and proud personal growth podcast, women of color entrepreneurs, motivation  🎁 Grab the free guide: When Being Good Still Isn't Enough as Black Women → https://bit.ly/goodenoughworkbook ⚡️ Need a Coach or Speaker? My details → www.amandafludd.com 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life.

    15 min
  4. 08/23/2025

    Speak Life: What Every Woman of Color Entrepreneur Needs to Hear

    Send a text What would you say if you could sit down with your younger self? In this episode, I guide you through a powerful visualization exercise to reconnect with the girl you once were — the one who dreamed big, pushed through fear, and carried resilience long before you realized it. Together, we’ll explore how to: Use the science of visualization to rewire your brain for courage and clarityHeal the grip of fear, doubt, and perfectionism that keeps you shrinkingSpeak life over your past and future self so you can lead with confidence and visionThis conversation is for every woman of color entrepreneur, leader, coach, and creator who knows she’s built for more but needs a reminder of just how powerful she really is. ✨ Don’t just listen — share this episode with two important women in your life who need to hear these words, too. 📩 Stay Connected: Join the newsletter for weekly confidence + mindset coaching  →https://bit.ly/newsandnuggetsGrab the free guide: 5 Steps to Reset Your Mindset & Stop Shrinking → https://bit.ly/45HAMPvpersonal growth podcast, women of color entrepreneurs, visualization for confidence, overcome perfectionism and fear, mindset, visualization, mindset coaching for Black women  🎁 Grab the free guide: When Being Good Still Isn't Enough as Black Women → https://bit.ly/goodenoughworkbook ⚡️ Need a Coach or Speaker? My details → www.amandafludd.com 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life.

    11 min
  5. 06/04/2025

    Where Capacity Begins

    Send a text In a season of pivots, growth, and next-level living, there’s one thing we don’t talk about enough: capacity. You can’t move forward, sustain success, or heal burnout without it. In this episode, we explore what it really means to create space — not just for your business or leadership — but for the life you're called to build. If you’ve been running on autopilot, carrying more than you were designed to hold, and craving a reset — this conversation is your invitation to finally listen. Because real pivots don’t just take courage. They take capacity. ✨ And if you’re ready to go deeper? Renew. Connect. Restore. — our signature luxury retreat — is the space to begin. I'm going to speak it into existence that one day it will be named Essence Magazine’s Top 10 Retreats to Attend, Renew. Connect. Restore. is not just another getaway. It’s an expert-led retreat, hosted by Amanda Fludd, LCSW-R, psychotherapist and business visibility and executive wellness coach for high-achieving Black women who lead, seeking emotional wellness, healing, true rest, and sustainable growth. Designed with top-tier workshops, transformational experiences, and built-in rest, this experience ensures emotional safety and realignment — not just temporary escape. If you’re ready to experience a retreat where you can exhale, reconnect, and come back home to who you are- this is it, and it starts with capacity. Spots are limited. Reserve your space now and come home to yourself — www.renewconnectrestore.com. #personalgrowthpodcast #wellnessretreat #blackwomeninleadership #burnoutrecovery #blackgirlrest #blackwomenhelaing #leadership #womenwholead #pivotseason 🎁 Grab the free guide: When Being Good Still Isn't Enough as Black Women → https://bit.ly/goodenoughworkbook ⚡️ Need a Coach or Speaker? My details → www.amandafludd.com 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life.

    12 min
  6. 05/19/2025

    The Prison of The Strong One

    Send a text What if the version of you that everyone praises—the strong one, the responsible one, the achiever—was never meant to be your forever home? In this episode, Amanda Fludd speaks directly to the high-achieving woman who feels stuck in cycles of overfunctioning, emotional exhaustion, and quiet guilt. You’ve built the life they told you to be proud of. And yet, it still feels like a cage. Together, we unpack:  🔒 The self-built prison of survival, perfection, and self-denial  🧠 Why many women of color unknowingly shrink to stay safe or be accepted  🔥 How to stop playing small and start leading from your whole, healed self 👑 What it looks like to honor the woman you’re becoming—without waiting for more healing, permission, or applause This isn’t just about fear. It’s about freedom.  And the courage to become who you already are. Ready to stop shrinking and lead with bold clarity? Join the Couch to Business Collective: https://bit.ly/BusinessSkool Connect with Amanda: www.instagram.com/amanda.fludd Retreat With Us: www.renewconnectrestore.com 🎧 Loved this episode?  Like it, and please share this with two people who need to hear it. And leave a comment or review to let us know how you choose grace in your journey. leadership, black women who podcast, business coaching for women, Emotional Healing, Black Women Leaders, Self-Worth, Leadership, Healing  🎁 Grab the free guide: When Being Good Still Isn't Enough as Black Women → https://bit.ly/goodenoughworkbook ⚡️ Need a Coach or Speaker? My details → www.amandafludd.com 🙌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with 2 powerful women in your life.

    9 min

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Are you a purpose-driven woman of color ready to grow your business—and the woman behind it?  Welcome to Grace, Growth, and Business—the podcast for ambitious women of color who are done hiding and ready to leverage their skills, and show up in their power. Hosted by Amanda Fludd, a seasoned mindset coach, trauma therapist, and business strategist, this show blends practical business strategies with the emotional and psychological tools necessary to sustain your growth.  This is where women unlearn the hustle, hiding, and internalized pressure—so they can lead with confidence, set bankable goals, and develop nervous system-aligned strategy. In business. In life. In rooms they were told weren’t for them. Each episode offers grounded insights:  You'll learn how to build visibility and show up confidentlyMove through impostor syndrome and perfectionismWhy your nervous system is the missing link in your businessHow to scale with integrity If you're ready to stop sitting on your ideas, build authority, and grow with ease, this is the space for you. Strategies for grown women navigating complex spaces and complex stories as they pursue their goals.