Support is Sexy

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, I speak about vision, and the tendency for many of us to dismiss opportunities that come along that could be there to take us closer to our vision just because they don't look what we thought, imagined, hoped, envisioned. Don't dismiss an opportunity that's not part of your vision when it could be a vehicle that there to take you that much closer. Here are some things to consider as you make those decisions.

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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Erica Mandy -- who worked her way up through the television industry as a reporter and left her position at CBS Los Angeles to launch her new venture, TheNewsWorthy.com -- talks about connecting the dots in your journey in order to determine your next step, how to look at pain points of your audience and serve them in a new way, and how she hopes to shake up the industry and change the way you consume your news.

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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, chef Tokunbo Koiki of Tokunbo's Kitchen talks about the light-bulb moment she realized she was a great cook – and that she could possibly create a business out of this skill, how she evolved from a street food vendor to a buzzed-about supper club, how she survived the hard times that almost made her want to quit everything and how she created a dining experience that combined cultural immersion with conversation.

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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, entrepreneur Stephanie Rance -- who is the co-founder of the now-16-year-old Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival -- talks about jumping in feet first (for better or worse), how to overcome massive disappointments, and why the universe throws you curve balls.

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Karen Hunter is no stranger to entrepreneurship. She watched her father work seven days a week -- even on holidays -- at the corner store he owned in Newark, New Jersey, showing her along how business was handled. Karen was hooked, and wanted to be a part of the business when she got older. But her father said no.

This drove Karen toward entrepreneurship even more. And today, she is building a legacy that includes a Pulitzer she received for her work during her 16 years at the New York Daily News, a top-rated radio show host of the The Karen Hunter Show on Sirius XM radio, a NY Times bestselling author, owner of Karen Hunter Books, the source of the petition signed by more than 500,000 individuals, which led to the removal of the confederate flag in Charleston, South Carolina and the #1 app in the government tech space, The Party of Lincoln.

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Karen talks about mastering your side hustles, asking for permission -- never, and pushing yourself to stretch to capacity.

On this episode you'll learn:

Be EXCELLENT at your main job while building your side hustles.Ask for permission -- never.How to side hustle to the nth degree.The importance of having multiple streams of income.How to stretch your capacity.Why you must do your homework and learn to leverage your "receipts."Why you should generate 3 times your salary for your employer. How to use your platform for good.

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When's the last time you negotiated and asked for a salary or fee so big it terrified you? If never, then it's time for you to STRETCH! On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, I share an important lesson that actress Ellen Pompeo, super producer Shonda Rhimes and a woman I barely knew taught me about knowing your worth as a woman and asking for (and getting!) what you want.

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On episode 389 I shared how the creation and launch of GirlonPodcast.com -- my new booking service for women who want to be guests on podcast -- really felt like a moment when inspiration combined perfectly with my years of experience in media and most recently as a podcaster. What I didn't share were ideas for how you might be able to find that combination as well. My bad! On this episode, I hope to make up for that with a few tips, reminders and provocative questions.

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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Ophira Edut of the AstroTwins gives us insight about discovering your passion, creating a business that is of service and operating on a generosity model. Plus, how astrology helps us better understand, communicate and connect in our businesses and in our lives.

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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, playwright/producer Trey Anthony talks about getting over people pleasing, getting support when you need it, saying yes -- even when outside of your comfort zone and turning your mess into your message -- and potentially into your business.

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On this episode of Support is Sexy, DigitalUndivided CEO Kathryn Finney talks about dispelling the myths about Black and Latina technology founders, what DigitalUndivided is doing to make a BIG difference in the industry and why she says getting an investor for your startup is NOT ideal. (Apply now for the BIG Incubator, if you're a tech founder who needs support with your vision! Go to digitalundivided.com.)

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