Side Hustle Pro

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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. 452: Feeling Stuck? My Favorite Techniques to Get Back on Track

    3月5日

    452: Feeling Stuck? My Favorite Techniques to Get Back on Track

    Today I am back with a solo episode where I share my favorite techniques to get back on track when you're feeling stuck. It's time to take a step back, reflect on what has worked, what hasn't, and what we're going to do about it. Whether you're dealing with mid-year slumps or just need a boost, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you move forward. In this episode I share about: Getting in the spiritual gym: The importance of reconnecting with spirituality, physical activity, or changing your scenery to take care of yourself Focusing on what you can control: Set minimum and maximum goals and prioritize action over inactionPracticing gratitude: Using gratitude as a tool to shift perspective and boost motivation Highlights Include:  00:00 Intro 02:36 The Importance of Mid-Year Reflection 05:15 Get in the Spiritual Gym 09:54 Move Your Body 11:00 Get Some Sun 13:32 Change Your Scenery 15:58 Face the Facts 20:42 Set Minimum and Maximum Goals 26:01 Focus on What You Can Control 32:50 Take a Step, Any Step 37:39 Reflect and Have Gratitude 42:01 Recap and Action Steps Check out episode 452 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  Skillshare: Take Nicaila’s class and explore thousands more hands-on classes taught by creative experts from around the world. Get one month free at sidehustlepro.co/skillshare. Links mentioned in this episode You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero: https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Badass-Doubting-Greatness/dp/0762447699Superhuman App: https://www.superhuman.app/It’s About Damn Time Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-about-damn-time/id1528584161 Alexis Barber SHP episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F64OvfCrzE  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.

    41 分鐘
  2. 451: What It Takes to Launch a Chick-fil-A Franchise w/ Kareem Edwards

    2月26日

    451: What It Takes to Launch a Chick-fil-A Franchise w/ Kareem Edwards

    This week in the guest chair we have Kareem Edwards, one of the very first men to grace the Side Hustle Pro guest chair! Hailing from Far Rockaway, Queens, Kareem got his start in major corporate roles at Lehman Brothers, Kraft Heinz, and Google—all while dreaming of owning a business. Kareem decided to pursue franchising and balanced a 9-to-5 at Google while working nights at a Chick-fil-A to master the day-to-day operations. In this episode she shares: The importance of community impact, creating an empowering work culture, and leading with empathyKey lessons on staffing, building trust, and innovating with different revenue channelsThe art of balancing grit and grace when trying to grow your business Highlights include:  00:00 Intro 03:00 Early career in finance 09:00 Discovering Chik-Fil-a franchising  17:00 Choosing the right location 25:00 Opening during a pandemic 34:00 Staffing strategies 43:00 Leaving a steady paycheck 46:00 Expanding sales methods 52:00 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 451 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  Skillshare: Take Nicaila’s class and explore thousands more hands-on classes taught by creative experts from around the world. Get one month free at sidehustlepro.co/skillshare. Links mentioned in this episode Kareem’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kareemjedwards/ Kareem’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareemedwards Posse Foundation: https://www.possefoundation.org/ Chick-fil-a Franchising: https://www.chick-fil-a.com/franchising Chat GPT: https://chat.openai.com/ Uncle Nearest: https://unclenearest.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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 分鐘
  3. 450: How to Side Hustle With a Full-Time Job

    2月19日

    450: How to Side Hustle With a Full-Time Job

    Welcome back to the Side Hustle Pro podcast, your headquarters for turning passion projects into profitable businesses! I’m Nicaila, and today we’re talking about how to find (and protect) the time you need to build your side hustle.  I get it: Working a full-time job, juggling family commitments, and trying to live your life can make your side hustle goals feel impossible. But trust me, it’s not. I used to think I had zero free hours, but as soon as I did a reality check, I found pockets of time I could reclaim. Here’s how you can do the same. In this episode I share about: The time you’re losing and how to identify your top time wastersThe 3-Step Hustler’s Time Plan: how to maximize your timeHow to build a system and schedule that work for you Highlights include:  00:00 Intro 01:45 Identify your biggest time traps 06:42 Reclaim your time 12:35 Power hour: get more done in less time 16:15 Leverage your days off 18:30 Protect your side hustle hours 21:20 Choose a schedule that fits your life 23:40 Final thoughts and recap Check out episode 450 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  Skillshare: Take Nicaila’s class and explore thousands more hands-on classes taught by creative experts from around the world. Get one month free at sidehustlepro.co/skillshare. Links mentioned in this episode Nicaila’s Website: https://sidehustlepro.co/Nicaila’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ Nicaila’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicailamatthewsokome Brown Ambition Podcast: https://brownambitionpodcast.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 InfoSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 分鐘
  4. 449: How to Turn Your Skills Into a Side Hustle

    2月12日

    449: How to Turn Your Skills Into a Side Hustle

    Always wanted to start a side hustle but didn’t know what industry to try? This week I’m breaking down the exact process of identifying the skills you do effortlessly and turning them into a profitable side hustle.  In this episode I share: How to pinpoint the skills hiding in your “blind spot”The importance of surveying your network to confirm your strengthsDifferent service-based ideas you can launch todayHow to validate your offers quickly and start getting paid sooner Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 02:00 Three key steps 05:30 Monetizable skills 09:30 How to get paid sooner, not later 15:00 Actionable homework Check out episode 449 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  Skillshare: Take Nicaila’s class and explore thousands more hands-on classes taught by creative experts from around the world. Get one month free at sidehustlepro.co/skillshare. Links mentioned in this episode Portia Obeng SHP episode: https://youtu.be/4qkgObsQ7pA?si=BySviTQaeTqgVa01 Nicaila’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ Nicaila’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicailamatthewsokome FREE Survey Template: https://sidehustlepro.lpages.co/side-hustle-survey/   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.

    22 分鐘
  5. 448: Breaking My Own Glass Ceiling

    2月5日

    448: Breaking My Own Glass Ceiling

    This week we’re changing it up and I’m sitting in the guest chair. In this special “podcast swap” episode of Side Hustle Pro, I’m sharing an interview from the podcast To Tell You The Truth with host—and Podcast Moguls student—Brittany Sharpton. We dive into the concept of self-imposed barriers and how they can prevent entrepreneurs, especially Black women, from realizing their full potential.  In this episode I share: My journey to reclaiming my power in spaces where Black women aren’t usually empowered- and why I’m constantly reminding myself that I’m that girlSteps to take to combat the fear and negative self-talk that often creep inWhat feeds my soul and the lessons I’m learning every day- even as a seasoned entrepreneur Insights from my Podcast Moguls course and how I’ve seen Brittany grow after being a student  Highlights Include: 00:00 Intro 03:30 From corporate to entrepreneur  09:55 The importance of having a side hustle  11:45 Overcoming biases 17:30 How to show up as a working mom 22:00 Getting your mojo back  27:15 Overcoming the limitations of the patriarchy 37:04 Tips to feed your soul 41:15 Beating fear and imposter syndrome Check out episode 448 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Links mentioned in this episode Brittany’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britthappenshq/ To Tell You The Truth Pod: https://www.instagram.com/totellyouthetruthpod/ Nicaila’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ How To Make Money Podcasting Course: https://sidehustlepro.lpages.co/your-first-1000-downloads/ Management Leadership For Tomorrow: https://mlt.org/ Mel Robbins Podcast, Let Go of Negative Thoughts: https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-198 Jen Sincero’s Book: https://jensincero.com/ Walk Through Fire: https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Through-Fire-Memoir-Triumph-ebook/dp/B0BXM51HXN Get Good With Money: https://getgoodwithmoney.com/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 分鐘
  6. 447:  Harlem’s Fashion Row CEO Shares Her Secret To Sponsorship w/ Brandice Daniel

    1月29日

    447: Harlem’s Fashion Row CEO Shares Her Secret To Sponsorship w/ Brandice Daniel

    This week in the guest chair we have a returning guest Brandice Daniel, founder and CEO of Harlem’s Fashion Row. Brandice launched Harlem’s Fashion Row to bridge the gap between multicultural fashion designers and major fashion brands. From producing top-tier runway events to groundbreaking collaborations—such as her famous partnership with Nike and LeBron James—Brandice ensures Black and Brown designers receive the visibility, mentorship, and retail opportunities they deserve. Growing her business has made Brandice a sponsor and brand partnership expert, and gave me a masterclass for my own sponsorship journey. In this episode she shares: Her road to becoming a household name and partnering with huge names like Nike, LVMH, and GapHow to transition your business from relying on event sponsorships to forming robust partnerships that provide a more stable revenue flowHow she expanded her mission by founding ICON 360, a nonprofit that has raised over $2 million Highlights include:  00:00 Intro 02:05 The evolution of Harlem Fashion Row 08:00 Monetizing collaborations 13:00 The power of telling your own story 17:50 Forming contacts and partnerships  21:00 Creating value for brands 28:30 Diversifying revenue streams 38:30 Power of community in business  44:00 Ensuring a profitable business model 52:15 Tips for entrepreneurs  Check out episode 447 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by: Skillshare: Take Nicaila’s class and explore thousands more hands-on classes taught by creative experts from around the world. Get one month free at sidehustlepro.co/skillshare. Links mentioned in this episode Brandice’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harlemsfashionrow/ Brandice’s First SHP Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrrXQGFt518 Harlem’s Fashion Row’s Website: https://www.harlemsfashionrow.com/ Brandice’s FREE Sponsorship Book: https://www.smallbusinessbigpartnershipsbook.com/live SHP Website: https://sidehustlepro.co  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 分鐘
  7. 446: Mindset Hacks For Every Business Owner

    1月23日

    446: Mindset Hacks For Every Business Owner

    This week we’re diving into how to shift your mindset to set yourself up for success. Here’s the thing—I’ve learned over the years that your mindset isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s the foundation for everything you’re trying to build. Whether it’s pushing past fear to finally launch your business, staying consistent when sales are slow, or silencing that little voice in your head saying, ‘Who are you to do this?’—it all comes back to how you think and how you show up for yourself. In this episode I share: The mindset hacks I use, like reframing limiting beliefs, to conquer my goals How to break down your goals into actionable steps to avoid overwhelm My experience with imposter syndrome and how I continuously overcome it Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Battling imposter syndrome 04:14 Breaking free from overthinking 08:05 Confidence is key 14:05 Master Instagram Challenge 17:50 Building mental resilience  21:28 Actionable steps to a mindset change Check out episode 446 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube This episode is brought to you by:  The Master Instagram Challenge. Your 5-Day ticket to DOUBLE your following and build your brand on Instagram (in just 30 minutes a day). Sign up now https://sidehustlepro.lpages.co/registration-master-the-gram-challenge/. Links mentioned in this episode Master Instagram Challenge: https://sidehustlepro.lpages.co/registration-master-the-gram-challenge/ Side Hustle Pro YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SideHustlePro Side Hustle Pro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ SHP Done Is Better Than Perfect Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naMuG3Abzmo SHP Denise Woodard Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjQqNBd8-xA  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.

    28 分鐘
  8. 445: Done Is Better Than Perfect

    1月16日

    445: Done Is Better Than Perfect

    This week we’re diving into one of my favorite mantras: Done is better than perfect. I was inspired by my decision to relaunch my Master the Gram Challenge. It’s been years since I last did it, and I had to remind myself to push forward without overthinking. I’m breaking down how I got it off the ground and the lessons I’ve learned along the way.  In this episode I share: How to break out of the cycle of overthinking or perfectionism and take actionWhy clarity is key and how to make sure your audience knows what your product is, who it's for, and how it helpsThe step by step process of setting up operations for your products, including exactly what resources I used to set up the Master The Gram landing page Highlights include:  00:00 Intro 03:00 Setting up operations 06:00 Setting up marketing 09:30 Taking action is better than perfect 12:00 Tweaking after feedback 16:00 Having an accountability partner 20:00 Mastering self-talk 25:00 Walking through a sales page 33:00 Setting goals for the year Check out episode 445 of Side Hustle Pro podcast 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 Master The Gram Landing Page: https://sidehustlepro.co/masterthegram Landing Page Builder: https://www.leadpages.com/ Link Shortener: https://prettylinks.com/ Stripe: https://stripe.com/ Email Service Provider: https://kit.com/ Canva: https://www.canva.com/ My Website: https://sidehustlepro.co My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicailamatthewsokome  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 分鐘
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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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