Honey & Hustle

In this episode, I dive into Minda Harts' powerful book The Memo, specifically exploring the chapter "Invest in Yo'self." This chapter is a call to action for women of color to prioritize their own growth, well-being, and career development. Self-investment is non-negotiable and professional development will pay dividends in your career. Your mental and physical health are investments too! What's one area of your life or career where you've been hesitant to invest in yourself? How can you reframe self-investment as a strategic career move rather than an indulgence?

You might also like It's About Damn Time by Arlan Hamilton: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-its-about-damn-time-by-arlan-hamilton-for-you/

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In this episode, I'm diving into Keep Going by Austin Kleon, exploring three chapters:

• Chapter 1: Every day is groundhog day - Embracing the daily practice and routine that keeps creativity alive
• Chapter 5: The Ordinary + Extra Attention = The Extraordinary: Find magic in mundane, daily life.
• Chapter 10: Plant your garden - Building something sustainable and nurturing your creative work over time

Whether you're feeling stuck or just need a reminder to keep going, this episode offers practical wisdom for anyone on a creative path.

Show Your Work by Austin Kleon: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-show-your-work-by-austin-kleon-for-you/

Steal like an artist by Austin Kleon: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-chapters-of-steal-like-an-artist-by-austin-kleon-for-you/

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In this episode, I'm diving into It's About Damn Time by Arlan Hamilton—a powerful memoir and guide from the founder of Backstage Capital. Arlan shares her journey from being homeless to becoming one of the most influential venture capitalists, all while championing underrepresented founders. I read the chapter titled “There’s No Such Thing as Self-Made.”

You might also like Opinions by Roxanne Gay: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-chapters-of-opinions-by-roxanne-gay-for-you/

Find my previous episode about Arlan Hamilton here: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/we-should-all-be-millionaires-according-to-arlan-hamilton/

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In this episode, I dive into Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon—a creative manifesto that encourages us to embrace influence, remix ideas, and find our own artistic voice.

• Side projects and hobbies are important: They're where experimentation happens and where your best ideas often emerge..
• Geography is no longer our master: The internet has made it possible to find and connect with your creative tribe, no matter where you are.
• Creativity is subtraction: Constraints and limitations can actually enhance creativity by forcing you to focus on what matters most.

• Anyone feeling creatively blocked or unsure where to start
• Artists, writers, podcasters, and makers of all kinds
• People who want a fresh perspective on creativity and influence

Listen to Show Your Work by Austin Kleon: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-show-your-work-by-austin-kleon-for-you/

Listen to Hidden Potential by Adam Grant: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-hidden-potential-by-adam-grant-for-you/

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In this episode, I'm diving into Binge by Tyler Oakley, the memoir from one of YouTube's most iconic creators. I focused on three chapters with stories and topics that really stood out to me:

• Learning He Was a Stereotypical Gay: Tyler's candid reflections on discovering and embracing his identity
• Getting Into YouTube: The origin story of how Tyler stumbled into YouTube
• Finding His Dream Job: Tyler's journey to turning his passion into a career

This book is a fun, honest look at internet fame, self-discovery, and chasing your dreams. If you're interested in creator culture, LGBTQ+ stories, or just a good memoir, this one's worth picking up.

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In this episode, I'm diving into How I Built This by Guy Raz, exploring the incredible story of how Airbnb's cofounders bootstrapped their way to building one of the most recognizable brands in the world. I focused on the chapter detailing Airbnb's early days—when Brian Chesky, Joe Gebbia, and Nathan Blecharczyk were struggling to pay rent and came up with the wild idea of renting out air mattresses in their apartment. This chapter brilliantly captures the scrappy, resourceful spirit of bootstrapping and the power of solving your own problem.

Guy Raz has mastered the art of the interview-based podcast, and this book is a perfect example of how that format can be repurposed into compelling long-form content. Each chapter reads like a conversation (if a little jargon-heavy)—accessible, engaging, and full of practical wisdom from entrepreneurs who've been in the trenches. It's proof that great storytelling transcends medium.

My article on vibe coding: https://www.pleasehustleresponsibly.com/p/i-tried-vibe-coding-for-90-days

You may also like this book: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-earn-it-by-steve-pratt-for-you/

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What do Nardwaur, Shopify, Red Hat, and Slack have in common? They're all featured in Earn It by Steve Pratt. Steve is the previous co-founder of Pacific Content, and he wrote this book as an homage to his career in podcasting and marketing. I read some excerpts from Chapter 3, Opposite Strategy, and the differences and overlaps between The Job (business) and the Gift (creative).

Check out our last episode, featuring the book Energize: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-energize-by-simon-alexander-ong-for-you/

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In this episode, I dive into Simon Alexander Ong's Energize, specifically exploring the chapter titled "Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time." This chapter really encapsulate the ethos of the book by giving your practical stories and frameworks for identifying your peak energy time, protecting your peak energy sources, and help you slow down to go farther.

• What activities drain your energy versus what activities replenish it?
• When during the day do you feel most energized and focused?
• How can you restructure your schedule to align your most important work with your peak energy times?
• What one change could you make this week to better manage your energy?

If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear about it! What's one way you're going to practice manage your energy this week?

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In this episode, I dive into Adam Grant's Hidden Potential, specifically exploring the chapter titled "The Imperfectionists." This chapter challenges our conventional understanding of excellence and reveals why embracing the right imperfections might be the key to unlocking our greatest potential.

• How perfectionism shows up in my own life and work
• Examples from the chapter that resonated with me
• Practical strategies for embracing imperfection while still maintaining standards
• The difference between healthy striving and destructive perfectionism

If you enjoyed this episode, you may enjoy yesterday’s book: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-chapters-of-opinions-by-roxanne-gay-for-you/

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In this episode, I'm diving into Opinions by Roxanne Gay—a collection of essays that challenges us to think critically about the world around us. Opinions doesn't shy away from complexity—it embraces it, giving us permission to hold nuanced views in a world that often demands binary thinking. This book challenged me to think more carefully about my own choices—from the platforms I support to how I define success. If you're looking for thought-provoking commentary that will make you pause and reconsider, Opinions delivers. I focused on three powerful sections that really resonated with me.

• Why she took her podcast and archive off of Spotify
• Can We Separate Art from Artist?
• Your Job Matters, But It's Not Everything

Listen to yesterday's episode on Smart Brevity: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-chapters-of-smart-brevity-for-you/

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