Get real talk about real life and real business on the Mind Our Business podcast! Join five unstoppable, diverse entrepreneurs:

 Dr. Carmen McNeilMenstrual Mindset Mentor & Perspective-Shift Facilitator.She’s on a mission to break menstrual taboos and help women embrace their cycles as sources of power, balance, and confidence. Gee Gee GarciaOwner & Director of MOVES Studios and VIBE Together.A Bay Area powerhouse who transforms lives through dance, wellness, and mindset—bridging movement and motivation. Carla ShaheedRealtor & Real Estate Planner.From hustle to home closings, she empowers families to build wealth through real estate and purposeful planning. Tamica Clement Moore, MS, CTRSFounder of Moore Recreational Therapy & Consulting, Inc.An inclusion advocate with 25+ years in therapeutic recreation, championing accessibility and adaptive wellness for all. Samona JenkinsFounder of Mona Vintage | Fashion Stylist & Personal Shopper.She’s redefining style for women in transformation—helping them look and feel confident through every stage of change.

Ready to turn your passion into profit? The Mind Our Business hosts dive deep into the essential, raw steps of launching an entrepreneurial venture.

This episode kicks off with a powerful quote from Dr. Avis Jones-Weaver that challenges the hosts to confront self-doubt and the fear of putting their gifts out there.

Tune in for real talk on:

• Identifying Your Gift: The difference between knowing your talent (Gee Gee Garcia's dance, Samona Jenkins' style) and figuring out how to monetize it for a living.

• The Self-Doubt Struggle: The women share personal stories about battling fear of failure, comparing themselves to others, and learning to push past outside noise to stay focused. (Hint: It involves rebooting, not failing!)

• Passion vs. Profitability: How do you balance the love for your work with the need to eat? The collective answer is clear: Set boundaries, know your worth, and be prepared to walk away from contracts that undervalue you.

• Client Clarity: Dr. Carmen emphasizes the importance of knowing your ideal client—the one who aligns with your core values—and accepting that "all money is not good money" (Carla Shaheed, Gee Gee Garcia).

Whether you're just starting out or feeling stuck, this episode is packed with essential advice on building character, setting high standards, and following your first mind in business.

Welcome to the second episode of the Mind Our Business podcast! Get ready for real talk about real life and real business as we introduce the five unstoppable entrepreneurs leading the charge.

In this episode, the ladies share their incredible nearly two-decade-long friendship history—from high school and the runway to a shared mothers' group. Then, they reveal the powerful "Why" that fuels their businesses and personal fulfillment:

Confidence & Style: Samona Jenkins discusses how styling is about helping women express their inward strength outwardly, especially through life changes like divorce or weight loss.

Advocacy & Inclusion: Tamica explains her passion for being the voice for the voiceless, adapting programs so people with disabilities can participate and be successful.

Legacy & Access: Carla shares her drive, rooted in her own upbringing, to ensure home ownership is accessible to all who want it, particularly first-time home buyers.

Empowerment & Talent: Gee Gee details her mission to provide a creative outlet in her city, watching the joy and confidence kids gain performing on stage.

Mindset & Connection: Dr. Carmen reveals how she works to destigmatize and positively frame life topics (like the menstrual cycle) to empower adolescents and strengthen family bonds.

We wrap up with a sneak peek at upcoming topics, including relationships, divorce, starting a business, and manifesting a partner. This is an episode you don't want to miss!