Dallas, Texas: What’s Good? Lessons from your Local Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners

DuEwa Gordon is the owner of Iscents Candles, which is a plant-based, hand-poured, luxury, coconut, soy wax candle company with all-natural bath and body products.

In this episode, we explore more of the business side of how to start a company. If that means watching videos on YouTube, researching answers via Google, and/or reaching out to your community for resources, get it done. A company is not built overnight. You have to prepare, execute, and then receive results. Even with that being stated, sometimes those results may not be what you thought. Remember to stay consistent, and results will come soon.

Listen to our conversation as we speak about affirmations, pushing through when doubts try to consume your mind, preparation and turning your hobby into a business.

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Taquicia Titus is an artisan and the owner of Sweet November Co. Sweet November Candle Co. represents relaxation and mindfulness by creating hand-crafted mood-enhancing scented candles.

In this episode, we talk about her being a parent to her two kids, how she juggles life, business, and family, and what community means to her. It is important to have a community because there are days where the strong need help. Who do you have in your community that will help build you up when needed?

To purchase a candle from Sweet November Co, visit their website at https://www.sweetnovemberco.com/, today, and please support Taquicia!

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Have you ever felt imperfect or felt like you weren't good enough? In this episode, Lauren and I discuss her podcast, Imperfectly Phenomenal Woman Podcast, which is a podcast that discusses how the world wants women to live up to these made-up expectations that are exhausting, unrealistic, and inauthentic.

Lauren and I discuss some of our own challenges that we face day to day. It is very important for us to either seek help if we find ourselves stuck or find a community that can help us get over the hump.

Check out this episode as two women come together to talk about mental health, support, community, and podcasting.

To listen to the Imperfectly Phenomenal Woman Podcast, visit Lauren's website, https://www.ipwomanpodcast.com/, today, and please support and add a review!

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Have you ever prepared yourself for entrepreneurship? In this episode, Derrick and I discuss his clothing brand, Prep District, and the many creative hats he wears. He grew up within a family of entrepreneurs but he didn't receive the bug until later on in his life.

Derrick is super creative, loves art, film, and fashion. He is at a point in his life where he wants to intertwine all of his ideas to make his dreams a reality Check out this story as we discuss organic relationships, pushing forward through life let downs, improving who you are today to be a better tomorrow.

To inquire about his products, visit his Instagram page, https://www.instagram.com/prepdistrict/, today, and please support his business!

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One day at work, Karen had an accident that caused her to leave her job. She went to God and asked him for the next steps in her life. As a hobby of hers, Karen was already making products at home for herself. She made homemade soaps and lotions because she couldn't use products in stores due to allergies. After praying to God about her next move in life, she made the connection that her hobby was her next business venture.

In this episode, we talk about the power of prayer, family, unexpected life lessons, and so much more.

To purchase Karen's products, visit her website, https://www.kjjgoldluxe.com/, today, and please support her business!

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Levi has always been a creative type of person. He taught himself how to play the bass guitar, jewelry, and currently, he is an official hatmaker. Being influenced by his grandmother's creativity and his grandfather's style, A'Sey Apparel was created and he shares his story on how he got to where he is today.

Check out this episode as we talk about trying before quitting, time management, not being afraid to tap into your creativity, and friendships.

To inquire about his products, visit his Instagram page, https://www.instagram.com/asey_apparel/, today, and please support his business!

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Michelle watched her mother struggle with cancer and was unable to find nail polish products without harsh chemicals. Michelle knew this was a problem and soon created a solution for this issue. Michelle has a background in the health industry, so she combined her past knowledge with new knowledge within the cosmetic industry and decided to create a nail polish product line. With DEMIblue, this allowed her mother and other women in the world to enjoy beauty again without participating in toxic products.

Check out this story as we discuss how timing is everything within your entrepreneurial journey, how not to compare your story to others, and how to show gratitude even when things may not appear to be going the way you want them to.

Please visit DEMIblue's website, https://www.demibluenaturalnails.com/, today, and please support her business!

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In this episode, I talk about the importance of networking. Before the pandemic, it was very important to me to go to events to shake hands and rub elbows to meet the amazing people here in Dallas. I must say, about 98% of the conversations within the podcast come from people I met at events and festivals.

With that being stated, I made sure to keep up with them while giving support at the same time. In return, I have received so many blessings and opportunities, and I'm truly grateful for the experiences.

Please visit my website today, https://whatsgood-productions.com/!

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As a young boy, Harvey understood that you have to put in work to make money. We discussed how he developed his business mindset and how he approaches opportunities that come his way. He really enjoys networking and building relationships with others, which helped him create and inspired his first business venture.

He initially started his entrepreneurial journey helping others with his artist management company, and then he decided to take a step back to figure out his next move. After receiving compliments for his fashion sense, he decided that he needed to explore creating a clothing line.

Listen to this episode as we discussed the creativity behind Opulence by Lee, and how he is strategically branding his company to position his clothing line separately from his competitors.

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Have you ever looked at your skillset and thought about how to use them in life? Well, that's exactly what Darian and Dr. Kaleena did while creating their company, ProBlk Health Vitamins. Dr. Kaleena is in the health industry and faces the health crisis within the black community on an everyday basis. As she would go home to share her day-to-day experiences at work with her husband Darian, they knew they had to start a movement to help educate, heal, and create a healthy dialogue within the community.

Check out this episode as we talk about married couples going into business with one another, the highs and lows of an entrepreneur, health disparities within the black community, and stepping up to help your community.

Please visit ProBlk Health Vitamins' website today and please support their business!

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