Join me in this inspiring episode featuring Taiia Smart Young, a dynamic book coach, writing consultant and story strategist. She teaches coaches, consultants, speakers and entrepreneurs how to use their expertise and experiences to write and self-publish brand-building, sticky stories that make bank. Taiia shares her journey of moving from neutral to thriving, emphasizing the importance of support, staying attuned to trends, and building a strong personal brand.

We discuss the evolution of Taiia's brand, the lessons learned from setbacks, and how rejection can be a powerful setup for new opportunities. Discover why desire alone isn't always enough and what prompted Taiia to fully invest in herself and embrace entrepreneurship full-time.

Taiia highlights the critical role of having someone who believes in you, the necessity of niching down in our pursuits, and the process of uncovering what truly sets us apart. Whether you're navigating your own career path or seeking inspiration to chase your dreams, this episode is packed with insights to help you thrive.

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Ms. Young has interviewed celebrities including Michelle Obama, Mary J. Blige. Nas, 50, Tabitha Brown, Debbie Allen, La La Anthony and more. Her work has appeared in ESSENCE, Latina, Refinery29.com, TIDAL, Verizon.com and The New York Times.

Taiia is the author of S.T.E.P. Into Your Story™: Position Your Expertise, Propel Your Brand and Prepare For Visibility by Writing a Best-Selling Book. The S.T.E.P. Into Your Story™ writing and publishing intensive is based on the book.

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