From packing boxes at FedEx to seeing her jewelry on Beyoncé and Blake Lively, Lani Nesbit turned hustle and intention into a global jewelry brand. As founder of JLANI Jewels, she shares the real story behind her business the slow seasons, the styling breaks, the earrings that ended up in a Sony film, and why building something beautiful doesn’t have to come with burnout.

This is a masterclass in creative entrepreneurship, brand visibility, and owning your lane as a Black woman in fashion even when you’re starting from scratch.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How she landed celebrity placements without a publicist or PR budget
• The mindset shift that helped her scale without investors
• How moving to Miami transformed her creativity and work-life balance
• Why peace matters just as much as press when building a brand

Connect with Lani Nesbit & JLANI Jewels:
Website → jlanijewels.com
Instagram → @jlanijewels

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In this episode, Keri kicks back with her oldest friend, Renée Goings, a former Vice President turned co-owner of Done Dissertation, to talk about what it’s really like to go from corporate leadership to running a six-figure, family-owned business.

Together they unpack the real, raw side of entrepreneurship: identity shifts, imposter syndrome, finding your lane as a co-founder, and what it means to build a business that reflects your values, voice, and vision.

If you're thinking about leaving your 9–5, joining a spouse-led business, or simply redefining what success means, this conversation is a must-listen.

In this episode:

• How Renee planned her corporate exit without sacrificing her lifestyle
• The emotional and mental hurdles of joining a spouse-led business
• Creating structure as a Type-A entrepreneur
• Sales, systems, and finding your lane as a co-founder

Connect with Renee Goings:
Website → thedonedissertation.com
Instagram → @donedisscoach
LinkedIn → @donedissertation
YouTube → @donedissertation

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What if your marketing wasn’t broken, it just wasn’t in your voice? In this empowering conversation, Keri kicks back with Yvonne Pearson, founder of PinkDollhouse Marketing and award-winning strategist, to talk about building a brand that reflects who you actually are. From content creation without burnout to attracting brand partnerships without chasing clout, Yvonne keeps it real about the power of finding your authentic brand voice and building a marketing strategy rooted in value, not noise.

Whether you're a content creator, sidepreneur, or small business owner, this episode is packed with insights to help you show up with more confidence, clarity, and control.

What you’ll take away:

• How to find and protect your authentic voice in a noisy digital world
• What to look for when hiring a real-deal marketing expert
• Why brand partnerships are possible even with a small audience
• How to market without going viral or burning out

Connect with Yvonne Pearson:
Website → pinkdollhousemarketing.com
Instagram → @yvonne_creativemarketer
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What if building a brand wasn’t just about business, but about shifting culture, creating opportunity, and rewriting the rules?

Welcome to Kickback With Keri, the podcast where Black brilliance meets bold storytelling, strategy, and real talk. 

I’m your host, Keri Henderson, entrepreneur, community builder, and believer in the power of small business to spark big change.

Each conversation is intentionally curated to spotlight founders, creatives, and change-makers who are building something bigger than themselves and creating impact that lasts.

And in between guest episodes, you’ll catch reflective moments from behind the scenes, real-time lessons, and unfiltered takes on the journey of building and becoming.

Whether you're launching a venture, scaling a vision, or simply craving more purpose in your process, you’ll find the stories and sparks you need to keep going.

Come for the insider secrets. Stay for the moments. Grab a seat. It’s time to kick back!

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