Honey & Hustle

In this special crossover episode, I talked with Matt Gilhooly, host of the Life Shift Podcast, and we shared our experiences of completing a daily podcast challenge. We discussed the ups and downs, the planning involved, the challenges we faced, and what we learned from this ambitious project. We reflected on the different approaches we took, from batching episodes to spontaneous daily recordings. We touch on the emotional impact, the power of vulnerability, and the journey of engaging listeners while balancing personal and professional lives. But wait, there’s more. We went on to explore the broader podcasting ecosystem, including monetization strategies, video vs. audio formats, and the intricacies of creating a sustainable podcast. We also share our thoughts on future podcast ideas and attending industry events. This episode offers a deep dive into the personal and technical facets of podcasting, providing inspiration and insights for aspiring podcasters.

Check out The Life Shift Podcast: https://www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com/

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Why should successful business owners invest in developing their personal brand alongside their company? This episode explores how personal branding creates business opportunities, builds audience trust, and provides resilience during market changes. I share my perspectives as both a creator and business owner. Perfect for in-house creators, founders, CEOs, high-performing intrapreneurs, and business leaders looking to maximize their influence and business potential in today's relationship-driven economy.

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I went live on Substack today with Corey of the Black Podcasters Association and Michelle of Creators Getting Paid. This is my first time co-hosting a livestream for my creative business brand. In this episode, I share my thoughts on livestreaming as a video medium. Learn how creators can measure ROI beyond view counts, build authentic community connections, and transform live content into a sustainable content strategy. Perfect for content creators and small business owners looking to maximize engagement and develop deeper audience relationships through live video events.

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There is a growing crisis of representation as Black women's voices are systematically erased from mainstream media. This episode examines the concerning pattern of cancellations affecting prominent Black women journalists and content creators, from Joy Reid's MSNBC show to NPR's "Louder than a Riot" podcast. I share why diverse perspectives are crucial for accurate storytelling, analyze the rise of independent media platforms as alternatives, and discuss sustainable models for creating accessible content. Join the conversation about subscription fatigue, community-funded journalism, and the future of Black women's voices in an increasingly fragmented media landscape. #BlackWomenInMedia #MediaDiversity #IndependentJournalism

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In this episode, I talk about how social media sensation (and North Carolina native) Tabitha Brown navigates Target's changing DEI policies while maintaining her authentic voice and successful partnership. This deep dive explores Brown's journey from North Carolina to TikTok fame, her groundbreaking Target collaborations, and her graceful response to recent corporate policy shifts. Learn about her diverse product lines, multiple revenue streams, and how she continues to spread positivity while building a multi-million dollar brand. Perfect for entrepreneurs, content creators, and fans interested in the intersection of social media influence and retail partnerships.

My article on creators who have started CPG brands: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/p/the-influencer-to-cpg-founder-pipeline

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James Clear is best known as the author of the New York Times best-selling book, Atomic Habits. While he hasn't published another book, he does write a weekly newsletter called 3-2-1 Thursday that shares 3 ideas, 2 quotes, and 1 question to consider. In this episode, I share some of the most compelling questions I've come across in his newsletter that have helped me think more critically and intentionally as a creative business owner and may help you as well.

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YouTube and Spotify have been competing for video podcast market share, and now Netflix is reportedly jumping in the ring. This episode analyzes recent developments including YouTube's Premium Lite announcement, Netflix's potential entry into video podcasting, and Spotify's strategic moves. I talk about why YouTube might have the upper hand in indie content, Netflix's strengths in cultural moments, and Spotify's rapid adaptation to video. Hear my two cents on how these streaming platforms are evolving to accomodate video podcasting, what this means for their revenue models, and what it means for content creators and consumers. I made this episode for podcast creators, media professionals, content creators, and anyone interested in the future of video podcasting and streaming.

Links to what I referenced in this episode:

Bloomberg article: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-20/youtube-plans-lower-priced-ad-free-version-of-paid-video-tier?srnd=undefined

Trapital episode: https://www.trapital.com/episodes/why-youtube-is-everyones-competitor

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

Community building costs money. In this episode, I explore how IRL events and social platforms have transformed the way we build relationships, create communities, and derive value from our connections. I’m pulling from my own experience and reflections from a few sources listed below.

I’m sharing real world examples of the cost and potential revenue associated with building paid memberships and hosting in-person events as well as variations on the types of online communities that connect in real life. I also talk about ways to build authentic relationships online (read = slide into those comments and DMs!).

This episode is made for online creators, creative entrepreneurs, social media professionals, people building portfolio careers, and anyone interested in understanding the economics of community building.

Links I referenced in this episode:

• Creator Science x Tropical MBA: https://podcast.creatorscience.com/dan-andrews-2/
• Creator Science x School of Bots: https://podcast.creatorscience.com/natasha-willis/
• Gen Z Tea's article on IRL communities: https://genztea.beehiiv.com/p/why-irl-communities-are-the-next-billion-dollar-opportunity
• Creator Economy NYC: https://creatoreconomynyc.com/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle

I've published tons of free education on this podcast, my YouTube channel, and my newsletter (linked below). I've never tried to monetize any of the information I put out, but I do want to develop a paid digital product sooner rather than later. Specifically, I'd love to create a video course on storytelling for creators and entrepreneurs looking to grow their personal brand. So what's been holding me back? Here's my semi-structured stream of consciousness about what this process will look like for me.

Check out Seth's Substack: https://socialmediaescapeclub.substack.com/

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