You guys let me know that once-a-quarter Entrepreneur Diaries weren’t enough, so I’m going to try and do them once a month. Here are just a few of the updates I share: Side Hustle Pro podcast crossed 2 Million downloads. Thank you so much! Muoyo and I launched an app called Color Noir and I’m taking you behind-the-scenes. The three year anniversary of Side Hustle Pro is around the corner, so I’m thinking about ways on how to keep the podcast fresh. Let me know what you think about the ideas I share in this episode. You guys, I had an AMAZING time at the My Taught You Retreat (#MTYRetreat). I share why I loved it so much and why I left feeling so refreshed, motivated, and inspired. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher This episode is brought to you by:  Color Noir You have never seen a coloring book app like this—it celebrates black girl magic in all of its glory. To get it, open up your iOS app store app, search for “Color Noir” and enjoy! And make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE in the app so you can get all the amazing images and bonuses. Links mentioned in this episode   Color Noir app Color Noir Facebook Group Podcast Moguls Masterclass MTYRetreat Myleik Teele Devi Brown Morgan DeBaun Karleen Roy The Vanity Group  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements 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 Social Media Info Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro  #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

149: Entrepreneur Diaries: Launching the Color Noir App, My Experience at the My Taught You Retreat, and more!

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This multi-hyphenate artist is the best example as to how pursuing that side hustle you’ve always dreamed about can pay off.
In the guest chair this week we have Nicole Crowder, an acclaimed designer, upholsterer, editor/writer, and curator. After her first custom furniture collection launched in 200 World Market US retail stores, Nicole continues to expand and now collaborates with brands that span across advertising, hospitality, fashion and television to create modern heirlooms and redefine space making.
In this episode she shares:How she balances the titles of editor, designer, curator and artist Where her work has been featured, from the HBO television series Insecure, to being acquired by historical museumsThe number one way she ensured high profits while working with brands  How she lands huge publications like Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Better Homes & Gardens
 Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 02:30 Building a photography portfolio  08:49 Discovering the world of upholstery  11:43 Researching and fine-tuning the craft 13:14 Landing contracts with huge brands 19:48 Navigating negotiations for maximum profit 25:34 Building a pay structure  31:07 Being featured on HBO’s Insecure  41:58 Tips for entrepreneurs 
Check out episode 402 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episodeNicole’s Website: https://www.nicolecrowderupholstery.com/ Nicole’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemcrowder Upholstery Retreats: https://www.theupholsteryretreat.com/ World Market: https://www.worldmarket.com/ Vixer app: https://www.vixerapp.com/   The Remedy Affirmation Cards: https://www.themelanatedremedy.com/ 
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402: She Took Her Upholstery Career From Side Hustle To World Market and HBO’s Insecure (w/Nicole Crowder)

This week in the guest chair we have ​Kimberly Waters, founder of Modern Urban Sensory Experiences, or MUSE​, a luxury boutique fragrance house based in Harlem, NY. When Kimberly realized her role in corporate America was not providing her room to grow into her potential, she launched MUSE out of the parlor floor of a friend’s brownstone on Convent Ave in Harlem and has been growing ever since.​ 
Why tapping into her community of mentors and entrepreneurs was the right direction How she has self-funded her business since 2017 with no outside capital How she has partnered with hard-to-find global brands, become a sought-after destination for emerging brands
 Highlights Include:  00:00 Intro 04:19 Gathering expertise in fragrance 09:50 Challenges in corporate America 13:46 Small-scale beginnings 22:46 Self-financing her side hustle  28:03 The unique customer experience  35:26 Revenue streams 39:18 Target audience and marketing  51:13 Tips for entrepreneurs 
Check out episode 401 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
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Links mentioned in this episodeKimberly’s Website: https://www.museexperiences.com/ Kimberly’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muse_experiences/ By Killian: https://www.bykilian.com/ Myleik Teele’s SHP Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtJgMJXpUPY 
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Guest Social Media InfoKimberly’s Website: https://www.museexperiences.com/ Kimberly’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muse_experiences/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

401: This NYC Native Runs a Luxury Fragrance Boutique Out Of Her Harlem Brownstone

This week in the guest chair we have Germanee Gerald, founder of GG&Co; Styling Firm, a brand and image styling company. Getting her start in the fashion corporate world, Germanee realized she thrived in offering her talents as a personal stylist and started side hustling. 
In this episode she shares:How she went from living with family and driving DoorDash to make end’s meet to hiring a team for her styling firmHow to leverage opportunities like internships and a personal brand for business growthHow diversifying her services, hiring a team, and seasonal planning led to scaling her business 
 Highlights include: 00:00 Introduction 4:08 From biochem to fashion 6:22 The world of corporate fashion  11:35 Transitioning into personal styling 17:49 Strategizing finances to go full time  22:36 Nomad life and gigs to meet ends meet 29:14 Working with a celebrity stylist 36:58 Launching GG Styling Firm 39:53 Maximizing cash flow 42:34 Tips for entrepreneurs Check out episode 399 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
This episode is brought to you by:  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll, benefits, and HR to small businesses across the country. Sign up and give it a try at gusto.com/shp.
Links mentioned in this episodeGermanee’s Website: https://germaneeg.com/gg-co/ Germanee’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/germanee_g Germanee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ggandco/ LinkedIn Premium: https://premium.linkedin.com/ Apuje Kalu: https://www.instagram.com/apuje/ 
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Guest Social Media InfoGermanee’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/germanee_g Germanee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ggandco/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

400: How Germanee G Went From GAP Inc. to Celebrity Stylist

This week in the guest chair we have Robiar Smith, CEO of R.B. Pest Solutions. In a male-dominated field, she is trailblazing her way to the top and building a legacy business for her family and community. Juggling two rapidly growing companies in an unexpected industry, she's redefining success and breaking barriers.
In this episode she shares:How she developed an exclusive retail deal with Home DepotWhat skills from her background in corporate America and MBA program she applied to being an entrepreneur Her transition into scaling a product-based business into a multi-million dollar company 
 Highlights include: 00:00 Intro 2:30 Following the pest control legacy  6:34 How an MBA helped launch the business 12:57 Acquiring customers and making them long time clients 21:34 Phases of scaling a business 25:41 Developing and testing retail products 29:37 Difference in service-based and product-based business 32:44 Maintaining profitability  35:48 Tips for entrepreneurs    Check out episode 399 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episodeRobiar’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.b.pestsolutions/ Robiar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rbpestsolution Robiar’s Website: https://therbpremiumproducts.com/ 
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Guest Social Media InfoRobiar’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.b.pestsolutions/  Robiar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rbpestsolution Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

399: How To Scale a Million-Dollar Pest Control Business w/ Robiar Smith

Today we have in the guest chair Selina Howard, founder and CEO of Vanglorious Brides. Getting her start as a teacher and side hustling as a wedding planner, Selina found her passion and niche in dressing brides. Today, Vainglorious Brides offers custom bridal shopping experiences, day of dressing services, bridal fashion event production, and more.  In this episode she shares:How she went from working for free and building her network to booking celebrity clientsHow fostering strong relationships in the industry gave her the upper handHow she pioneered bridal styling and created her own niche
 Highlights Include: 00:00 Intro5:08 Becoming a bridal stylist11:22 The business of working with brides18:58 Building relationships in the industry26:07 Creating a niche in the market33:20 Recovering from COVID impact39:38 Scaling A Team43:02 Booking clients from social media 47:17 Expanding Black bridal market’s reach53:48 Advice for entrepreneurs
 Check out episode 398 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
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Links mentioned in this episodeSelina’s Website: https://www.vaingloriousbrides.com/ Selina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaingloriousbrides/
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149: Entrepreneur Diaries: Launching the Color Noir App, My Experience at the My Taught You Retreat, and more!

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