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Build Her, Be Her: Black Woman About Business is the go-to podcast for ambitious women ready to build a powerful business and become the woman they've always envisioned.  Hosted by mindset and business coach Leading Lady Dar.  Each episode is a mix of real talk, strategies, and soul - designed to help you elevate your lifestyle, mindset, and income.   From overcoming self-doubt to building your brand, we cover it all - with solo episodes and interviews from women who've walked the path before you.   It's not just about business - it's about becoming.  Because when you build her, you be her.   New episodes every Saturday.  Subscribe and join the movement.

  1. JAN 20

    We Are Magical: Healing, Identity & Leadership with Dr. LaNail R. Plummer

    Send us a text In this powerful episode of Build Her, Be Her, host Leading Lady Dar sits down with Dr. LaNail R. Plummer, mental health professional, thought leader, author and advocate for the emotional wellness of Black women. Together, they explore the deep intersections of healing, identity, leadership, intuition, and transformation, offering insight into how women’s lived experiences shape the way they move, make decisions, lead teams, and show up in their personal and professional lives. Dr. Plummer shares her personal journey, the importance of emotional wellness, and how intuition serves as ancestral knowledge passed through generations. The conversation highlights the power of silence and reflection, the reality of soul ties, and the courage required to release people or seasons that no longer align. She also introduces her new book, The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women, a groundbreaking resource created to give language to the lived experiences of Black women and support clinicians who serve them. This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and embrace the magic that already lives within you. Key Topics Covered • Healing and identity as the foundation of women’s growth  • Emotional wellness and mental health for Black women  • Intuition as ancestral and spiritual knowledge  • The importance of silence and reflection  • Transformation in leadership, relationships, and life  • Navigating soul ties with discernment  • Entrepreneurship and emotional sustainability  • Knowing when to release team members or seasons  • Building community through healing Key Takeaways • Healing and identity are essential for growth  • Intuition is not random — it is ancestral wisdom  • Silence creates clarity and emotional regulation  • Transformation is a natural part of becoming  • Black women must embrace their power and magic  • Soul ties can support or hinder growth  • Healing often changes relationships  • Emotional wellness should be prioritized by entrepreneurs  • Leadership requires discernment and courage  • No woman has to heal alone About the Guest: Dr. LaNail R. Plummer is a mental health professional, thought leader, and founder of Onyx Therapy Group. Her work centers on healing, identity development, leadership, and emotional wellness for Black women. She is the author of The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women, a resource created to empower women and clinicians through culturally responsive mental health care. Resources Mentioned 📘 The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women 🌐 Onyx Therapy Group – www.onyxtherapygroup.com #healing #leadership #Blackwomen #emotionalwellness #transformation #identity #mentalhealth #entrepreneurship If this episode encouraged you, share it with a sister who needs this message.  Leave a review, subscribe, and continue growing with us on Build Her, Be Her. Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    50 min

  2. JAN 13

    Alignment: Believing in What You’ve Invested

    Send us a text Welcome to Season 3 of the Build Her, Be Her: The BWAB Podcast — where purpose-driven Black women come to lead with Faith, Fire, Power, and Presence. ✨ In this powerful new year kickoff, your host Leading Lady Dar reminds us: it’s not about what the forecast says — it’s about what your faith says. This episode is sponsored by ZAUCE™ — where anointed confidence meets divine strategy — and by Run Saniyah Run – Na Na’s Candy Kloudz, a Delaware nonprofit helping families of children with disabilities (a little taste of heaven 🍭). 🗣️ You’ll hear: Why alignment > anxiety in 2026How to work Quarter 1 with clarity and Godly confidenceA testimony of receipts in real-time: coaching clients, guest bookings, and 18 ZAUCE sales in 1 hourA shout-out to the amazing work of Mrs. Keiwana McKinney Forde and the Mayor's Office of Women's EngagementThe return of our favorite fictional besties: Betty doing Bad Business vs. Baphne Building Bank 💅🏾Dar closes with a prayer and invites you to partner with her for your Quarter 1 breakthrough. 🎯 Call to Action: 💻 Ready to discover your Quarter 1 focus? Need help planning your 2026 goals in faith? Reach out today — let's take action together and position your business for greatness.  EMAIL: info@blackwomanaboutbusiness.com#BuildHerBeHer  #FaithOverForecast #BWABPodcast #BettyVsBaphne #ZAUCE #AnointedConfidence #WomenInBusiness #Quarter1Planning #BlackWomenInBusiness #GodlyGoals #ChristianEntrepreneur #PurposeDrivenWomen #FaithFilledCEO #MindsetMissionMillions #StartWithFaith #RunSaniyahRun #NaNasCandyKloudz #PhillyEntrepreneur #SmallBizSupport #2026Vision #BusinessTips #EmailMarketing Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    30 min

  3. 12/31/2025

    The Power of Finishing the Year Faithful

    Send us a text 📌 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt final episode of 2025, Darniece Carter, your host and visionary behind Build Her, Be Her: The BWAB Podcast, reflects on what it truly means to finish the year faithful — not just busy. Whether you missed goals, hit delays, or felt unseen, this episode reminds you that God honors faithfulness over perfection. 🙏🏾 With over 500 downloads and a growing community of Business Beauties, we celebrate wins big and small. From technical challenges to time constraints, Darniece shares how she kept showing up — even when it was hard. She also drops empowering insights on how God visits us in the valley, how favor shows up even when fruit hasn’t, and the importance of staying faithful in your becoming. 💼 Business Tips Shared in This Episode: 1. Free Business Tax Prep for Philly Entrepreneurs The City of Philadelphia has officially launched the Philadelphia Free Business Tax Preparation Program — helping small businesses earning under $250K annually with: ✅ Local, state, and federal tax prep✅ 100% free professional assistance✅ Support for freelancers, side hustlers, and small business owners🎯 Interested? Email: info@blackwomanaboutbusiness.com to receive the direct registration link! 2. Start Growing Your Email List with Ease If you haven’t started growing your email list — this is your next move. Darniece shares a great tool called Kit.co that makes it easy to curate products, resources, and affiliate recommendations while collecting leads. Start building community outside of social media. Your list = your leverage.✨ Inside This Episode, You’ll Hear: Why finishing faithful matters more than finishing flashyA behind-the-scenes moment of emotional overwhelm during the BWAB ExpoThe story of Christine Chap from God Favored Me Pt. 2 and her testimony of grief, mental health, and restorationWhen God sent unexpected help through Dr. Nia BaileyHow to recognize favor in the valleyThe difference between “Betty Doing Bad Business” and “Baphne Building Bank” 😂What to expect in 2026 — new guests, fresh strategies, and deeper community!🎯 Take Action: 💌 Want tax prep help? Email: info@blackwomanaboutbusiness.com with the subject line “Tax Prep Help” to get access. 📣 Tag & Share: If this episode blessed you, tag @blackwomanaboutbusiness on IG and share with a friend! 🗓️ First 2026 Episode Launches Jan 12th A power-packed guest episode to ignite your New Year. You don’t want to miss it! 🙏🏾 Closing Prayer Highlight: “God, remind us that breakdowns don’t cancel the blessing. Visit us in the valley. Send strength we didn’t know we needed and help from unexpected places…”Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    33 min

  4. 11/24/2025

    Leap and Launch: The Power of Action

    Send us a text In this episode of the Build Her, Be Her podcast, Lady Dar emphasizes the importance of taking action on one's ideas and visions. She discusses the recent Black Women About Business Expo, reflecting on its success and the community it fostered. Lady Dar shares valuable insights on time management and delegation, encouraging listeners to prioritize their time and build supportive teams. The episode concludes with affirmations and a call to action for women entrepreneurs to believe in their worth and take decisive steps towards their goals.  Takeaways: Acting on your ideas is crucial for success. Consult with God before taking action. Your time is valuable; don't waste it. Delegation is a sign of strength, not weakness. Build a team that believes in your vision. Focus on what matters most in your business. Every yes you give costs you something. Sisterhood and community are vital for growth. Faith without works is dead; take action. Your idea deserves action, not just intention. Thank you to each of you who assisted, supported, encouraged, sponsored and attended the BLACK WOMAN ABOUT BUSINESS 2025 EXPO....My heart is full. To every sponsor, vendor, customer, and guest — you showed up, you poured in, and you helped bring this BWAB vision to life. I felt your support in the room and in my spirit. To my emcee Narda Bailey and my purpose partner Dr. Nia Imani Bailey — thank you for standing with me, lifting me, and believing in the mission just as deeply as I do. To my family, my friends, my children, and my grandbabies — thank you for loving me through the long days and late nights. Your support is my strength. And to you, my listeners — thank you for being part of this journey. You remind me every day why I leap, why I build, and why I keep going. This Expo was a success because of you. I’m grateful. I’m humbled. And I’m ready for what’s next. #LeapAndLaunch  #BuildHerBeHer  #BlackWomanAboutBusiness  #BWABExpo  #EntrepreneurPodcast  #WomenWhoLead  #WomenInBusiness  #TakeTheLeap  #LaunchYourVision  #FaithAndBusiness  #PurposeDrivenWomen  #ActionTakers  #BusinessBeautyBesties  #MindsetMissionMillions  #ZAUCE  #SheShifts  #BossWomenUnite  #EmpoweredToElevate  #SisterhoodOfSuccess  #PodcastForWomen Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    35 min

  5. 11/11/2025

    Build From Your Brokenness: A Conversation with Melva LaJoy Legrand

    Send us a text In this episode of the Build Her, Be Her podcast, host Leading Lady Dar engages in a heartfelt conversation with Melva LaJoy Legrand, CEO and Founder of LaJoy Creative. They discuss Melva's journey, her achievements, and the importance of purpose-driven work. Melva shares her experiences of overcoming challenges, the significance of leadership and legacy, and the necessity of healing and community support. The conversation emphasizes the power of resilience, the value of curiosity, and the importance of positioning oneself for future opportunities. Melva's mantra for 2025 is 'unstoppable,' encouraging listeners to build from their brokenness and embrace their unique paths. Takeaways Melva emphasizes the importance of knowing who you are and whose you are.Recognition of hard work is a reflection of ancestral prayers and efforts.Service should be the primary motivation behind one's work.Women should share their struggles to humanize their success.Curiosity is essential for continuous learning and growth.Positioning oneself for opportunities is crucial, especially during tough times.Leadership should focus on cultivating people as humans, not just employees.Healing is necessary to prevent unresolved issues from affecting others.Building a legacy is about how you make others feel, not just achievements.It's okay to be a beginner; everyone starts somewhere.Connect with the marvelous Melva LaJoy Legrand so you can Find the JOY.  Make the MEMORY.  Share the MEANING. Tell the STORY: Website: https://www.lajoycreative.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belajoyful  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lajoycreative YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@lajoycreative Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    42 min

  6. 10/01/2025

    From Gift to Income: 3 Ways to Start Your Side Hustle - Part 1

    Send us a text In this episode of the Build Her, Be Her podcast, Lady Dar emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's gifts and turning them into profitable side hustles. She shares personal experiences and introduces two characters, Betty and Baphne, to illustrate the difference between doing bad business and building a successful venture. The conversation covers identifying gifts, understanding value propositions, and learning from the story of Mrs. Fields, who turned her passion for baking into a multi-million dollar brand. Lady Dar encourages listeners to believe in their products, start messy, and speak life into their business endeavors. Takeaways You're not just building a business; you're becoming a leader. Identify your gift that solves a problem. Understand your unique value proposition. Believe in your product and service. Start with what you know and love. Do it afraid; take the leap. Stay rooted in quality and purpose. Speak life over your business and dreams. Your first million starts with your mouth. Empower others while building your own business. Titles Empowering Black Women in Business Transforming Gifts into Profits Sound bites "Everyone has a gift." "Believe in your product." "Do it afraid." Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Build Her, Be Her Podcast 04:16 Turning Gifts into Side Hustles 12:16 Identifying Your Gift 20:49 Understanding Your Value Proposition 29:45 Lessons from Mrs. Fields 42:41 Empowerment and PrayerKeywords #Black women #entrepreneurship #side hustle #gifts #empowerment #business #coaching #mindset #faith #community Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    50 min

  7. 09/19/2025

    She's Becoming Rooted: Staying Rooted When You Feel Overlooked

    Send us a text Have you ever felt like your effort didn’t matter? Like you were showing up, sowing seeds, doing all the right things—and yet… still overlooked? Still not picked, not promoted, not supported? This episode is a powerful reminder for the woman who feels unseen, uncertain, and unsure if she should keep going. You’ll hear a personal story of transformation—how being overlooked wasn’t rejection, but redirection. You’ll learn how sometimes God hides us on purpose, not to punish us, but to prepare us. “You’re not being buried. You’re being planted.”Together, we’ll explore: How to stay rooted when your growth isn’t being celebratedWhat to do when those you supported don’t support you backWhy being unseen might actually be God’s protection, not His neglectA beautiful reminder: You are not behind. You are being built.If you’re in a season of waiting, wondering, or wrestling—this episode is for you. ✨ Grab your journal. This one’s going to water your spirit. 🎧 Listen now and be reminded: God didn’t forget you. He’s just getting you ready. Thank you to all the supporters.  We're grateful your here!  *We appreciate your monetary gifts.  Thank you for your kindness.   Follow : @blackwomanaboutbusiness @beherbiznet #BuildHerBeHer   #BWABPodcast   #FaithBasedEntrepreneur   #WomenWithPurpose #Beherbiznet  #WomenWithPurpose   #UnseenButNotUnused   #RootedInFaith   #OverlookedButNotOver   #PurposeInTheProcess   #GodIsPreparingMe   #KingdomWomen   #DevotionalDEVA   #EmpoweredToRise   #ShiftedForSuccess   #BurntOutToBreakthrough   #WaitingSeasonWisdom   #WomenInBusiness   #CalledToLead   #StayRooted   #FaithFueled   #RiseAndBuild Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    42 min

  8. 09/09/2025

    She's Becoming the Harvest: Reaping What You've Prayed For

    Send us a text Welcome to the Build Her, Be Her Black Woman About Business Podcast.  This show is for purpose driven Black women ready to lead with Faith, Fire, Power & Presence. Season 2  Episode 1  In this episode of the Build Her, Be Her podcast, Lady Dar discusses the journey of becoming the harvest and reaping what you've prayed for. She emphasizes the importance of planting seeds in both personal and business realms, nurturing them through faith and action, and being prepared to receive the blessings that come from these efforts. The conversation also touches on the significance of business credit, the power of commitment, and the necessity of believing in oneself as we approach the final quarter of the year. Your takeaways: You're not just building a business; you're becoming a leader.The seed represents your starting point in life and business.Nurturing your seed requires patience and trust in God.Reaping is the result of your hard work and prayers.Business credit is essential for growth and funding.Honoring the seed means recognizing your journey and struggles.Commitment and loyalty, like Ruth's, are crucial for success.You must be ready to handle the blessings you pray for.Q4 is a critical time for planting and nurturing your goals.Believe in yourself and act on your dreams now.CLICK TO DOWNLOAD FREE SEED WORKSHEET: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rClaZi1L_d_fcil3ice6scEOs_czbnee/view?usp=sharing BUSINESS SEED DOWNLOAD: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n8m-up1pUCbkN52E5ovrded_6TGpP-bJ/view?usp=sharing #Shesbecoming #Reapingseason #Faithandfocus #Youwillreap #Purposeinprocess #Kingdomwomen #Harvestseason ##Q4FaithGoals #BWAB #Womeninbusiness #Blackwomeninbusiness #Buildherbeher #Blackwomanaboutbusiness #Femalefounder #Purposedrivenwomen #Christianpodcast #Podcastforwomen #Devotionalpodcast #Spiritualgrowthjourney #Becomingher Support the show When you build her, you be her! Black Woman About Business www.blackwomanaboutbusiness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackwomanaboutbusiness Build Her, Be Her Monthly Membership:https://f-e-m-a-l-e-collectives.mn.co/share/jnqRZZvAFZtm7BhM?utm_source=manual

    44 min
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Build Her, Be Her: Black Woman About Business is the go-to podcast for ambitious women ready to build a powerful business and become the woman they've always envisioned.  Hosted by mindset and business coach Leading Lady Dar.  Each episode is a mix of real talk, strategies, and soul - designed to help you elevate your lifestyle, mindset, and income.   From overcoming self-doubt to building your brand, we cover it all - with solo episodes and interviews from women who've walked the path before you.   It's not just about business - it's about becoming.  Because when you build her, you be her.   New episodes every Saturday.  Subscribe and join the movement.

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