In a recent economics report, small businesses are showing significant recovery as compared to big business now that the country has reopened.  But there are still several companies who don't see the light at the end of the tunnel.  Today, Shayla and Terrell discuss possible tips for companies that want the public to know that "They're still here!"

Show Summary:  In this episode, Shayla and Terrell discuss ways small businesses can continue to engage with customers, while gaining new ones as the country continues to slowly reopen!    Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

As the country tries to heal and reenter the workforce, production of films and series will begin as well.  How safe will it be for entertainment's cast and crews to return to work?  Today, Shayla and Terrell discuss how Tyler Perry has it all figured out!

Show Summary:  In this episode, Shayla and Terrell talk about how film and series creator Tyler Perry along with health professionals and consultants have devised guidelines that could benefit all industry workers eager to return to work!  Will this be the roadmap production uses as sets reopen?  Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

MIYB Shay Goes To School Inaugural Zoomcast Part 2:  After interviewing business owners,  I found that I learned even more than just the path they took to develop their business.  I was educated about the field and the person themselves.  So that encouraged me to delve even further into areas of which I am not as familiar, and go Back To School! 

MIYB Show Summary:  And the beat goes on in Music 101 - The Brass Section with my instructor Tiffany Goode.  In this episode, we discuss her newly released album TODAY WAS A GOODE DAY, and the inspiration behind the music.  Tiffany also shares how her talent on the horn landed her an opportunity to play an icon in the current season of AMERICAN SOUL on BET!  Thank you for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

We will not bow down to... RACISM!  We will not bow down to... INJUSTICE!  We will not bow down to... EXPLOITATION!  We're GOING TO STAND!  After the loss of more black lives at the hands of "law enforcement", Terrell and I said... NO MORE!

Show Summary:  In this episode, we share just some of the lives lost in the previous decade and just months into this new one.  As if dying disproportionately from the COVID-19 virus is not enough, African-Americans are still fighting the war we've fought since we were brought here forcefully to be enslaved.  We know you use the justice system to SILENCE us, but just like our ancestors before us, we will fight until justice is won!  Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

After interviewing business owners,  I found that I learned even more than just the path they took to develop their business.  I was educated about the field and the person themselves.  So that encouraged me to delve even further into areas of which I am not as familiar, and go Back To School! 

Show Summary:  In this inaugural podcast, I sit down with one of my good friends and big sister, Tiffany Goode.  She will be my instructor in Music 101 - The Brass Section.  Her new album TODAY WAS A GOODE DAY will not only move you to the rhythm of her trumpet, but illustrates how we should all want... to Play Like A Girl!    Thank you for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

Where there is creativity and adapting there is a business owner constantly adjusting to change.  Today, Shayla checks-in with Naima Beckles of For Your Birth.com to see how their business continues to acclimate during the pandemic.  

Show Summary:  One thing society didn't expect was the impact the COVID-19 virus would have on our society.  Doulas are known to provide trauma informed care to their clients, so Naima Beckles of For Your Birth.com is utilizing her skill set to assist those with their next steps in a time of unexpectedness.  Thank you for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

Fast Company and industry experts considered them innovative agents before COVID-19 halted life as we knew it around the world.  Today, Shayla sits down with Vassiliki Khonsari (Co-Founder of iNK Stories NYC) to discuss how the business of entertainment could look "virtually" different post-pandemic.  

Show Summary:  In this episode, Shayla explores the business that has always been near and dear to her heart... Entertainment!  Vassiliki Khonsari joins MIYB to talk about ways that iNK Stories NYC continues to build on their innovative style of immersive storytelling, and how it could become a principal way to be entertained!  Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

The business of working out can generally face conundrums in a society that is always hustling and bustling.  But add in a health crisis, and sheltering in place, and it has disrupted a studio or gym's whole life.  Today, Shayla sits down with Tammeca Rochester of Harlem Cycle to learn how her studio is maintaining while helping their clients break a sweat from home.  

Show Summary:  In this episode, Shayla explores how the health crisis has affected the business of studios and gyms.  Tammeca Rochester of Harlem Cycle joins MIYB to talk about ways her studio is still providing class, while preparing to reopen its doors in a post-COVID-19 society.  Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

What to expect when expecting comes with its own set of worries, but in the age of COVID-19, how do mothers-to-be protect themselves and their baby?  Today, Shayla sits down with Naima Beckles of ForYourBirth.com to learn how parents can shelter their new additions during the pandemic.  

Show Summary:  In this episode, Shayla explores how those expecting can stay safe during the pandemic.  Naima Beckles of ForYourBirth.com joins MIYB again to answer questions expectant mothers have when it comes to safeguarding themselves, their unborn child, and newborns in the age of COVID-19.  Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!

What should you expect when you're expecting?  Today, Shayla sits down with a business owner whose company can assist you with your questions and then some when you're planning for your bundle of joy. 

Show Summary:  In this episode, Shayla sits down with Naima Beckles of For Your Birth.com.  Naima explains how she and her associates are here to support new and expecting moms through every trimester, so they know what to expect when they're expecting!  Thanks again for being a supporter of Make It Your Business, please rate and review us on iTunes!