Transcend the Podcast

Transcend the Podcast

By Asha Wilkerson, Esq.BusinessEntrepreneurshipInvesting
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Transcend the Podcast episodes

  • Time-Saving Business Hacks
    Time is money for many business owners, and, unfortunately, it can be pretty scarce when you have a lot on your plate. That’s why, this week, I’m sharing some of my time-saving business hacks with you. We cover things like batch producing your content, hiring out the tasks you don’t enjoy doing, and getting an accountability buddy. There are many different ways to streamline your processes, think ahead, work more efficiently, and ultimately, save time and money.
    Tune in to hear some practical examples of how I’ve streamlined my work to create more peace of mind in my day-to-day work.
    14 min
  • Inclusive Therapy with Amber Nutter, LCSW
    Amber Nutter is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and advocate for mental health. Her primary focus is tailoring her services for the needs of BIPOC folks who have historically been excluded from the conversation around mental health. She operates from the belief that true strength does not lie in avoiding one’s emotions but rather in learning how to accept them as a part of our full experience as human beings. Her practice provides a safe space for Black women-identified individuals to be their whole selves without censoring, toning down their personality, or code-switching.
    In our conversation, we discuss some of the intense emotions one can experience as an entrepreneur. We explore how our society has normalized work stress and why it is difficult to recognize when you may need professional help. This can be especially true for Black women who are continually conditioned to put others first and rarely allow themselves the time to prioritize their own mental and physical health.
    We break down achievable methods for managing stress and also look at the concept of mental fitness and why a supportive community is so important. I loved having Amber on the show, and I’m sure you will find the conversation every bit as informative and thought-provoking as I did. For all this and much more, tune in today!
    31 min
  • Coaching Yourself Through Tough Times
    We all know that there will be times when everything is going right and times when it feels like nothing is going right. It's not about whether it feels like it's going well or not; it’s about continuing to persevere and keep moving forward, working towards your goals. That’s where the importance of neuro coaching comes in.
    On today’s episode, we dive into the benefits of self-coaching: the importance of focusing on the practice instead of the outcome, being less critical of yourself and realizing that all situations are neutral. We talk about dealing with thoughts and emotions while on this bumpy road of entrepreneurship, flipping the coin on negative thoughts, and using your beliefs to lead your actions. For all this and more, stay tuned!
    22 min
  • Religion and Wealth with Pastor Michael McBride

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    When you’re building a business from the ground up, it’s easy to get stuck in the day-to-day and lose sight of your bigger vision. On TRANSCEND the Podcast we help you focus on what matters most so you can build a thriving business and leave a legacy.

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    34 min
  • Protect Your Creativity with Rukayatu “Ruky” Tijani
    Today, I am joined by Rukayatu “Ruky” Tijani, a trademark attorney, and founder of the Firm for the Culture. Ruky has extensive experience as an intellectual property attorney from her time at a top litigation firm in Silicon Valley and draws on that knowledge to help her clients, many of whom are creatives, to protect their intellectual property.
    We cover a lot of ground in this episode. Ruky defines the many forms of trademarks in our conversation and shares several useful examples to learn from. She also shares the most common mistakes that creatives make along with her advice to avoid them. Tune in to find out what it means when a trademark is rejected on the basis of Failure to Function, and what this has meant for the phrase Black Lives Matter.
    We loved having Ruky on the show and we urge you to check out this informative conversation on how to protect your creativity!
    38 min
  • Building Diversity Into the VC Ecosystem with Bobby Amiri
    In today’s episode, I speak with Bobby Amiri, a Silicon Valley native whose advice and investment have accelerated more than 156 startups. Join me as we learn from this emerging market-focused entrepreneur and investor with over 20 years of experience in the tech industry.
    Bobby co-founded the Pioneer Accelerator with Google Developers Launchpad while with Global Silicon Valley Labs (GSV), one of the largest innovation hubs in Silicon Valley. He is the co-founder and Head of Business Development for iLab Collective, an innovation agency and Venture Studio serving corporations in the US, SE Asia, and Latin America. Bobby is also an investor and Limited Partner at Balero Ventures, a Guadalajara, Mexico-based VC.
    Tune in to hear about Bobby’s work to support the startup ecosystem, specifically with FinTech, Education Technology, and Logistics clients. Learn how FinTech can offer necessary support to unbanked and underbanked countries, and get introduced to StreetCode Academy.
    We also dive into the power of authenticity and talk about understanding culture as a tool to connect with people beyond business. Bobby also shares his thoughts on why being understood is more important than perfect execution when learning a new language.
    I truly enjoyed my conversation with Bobby and invite you to hear from this inspiring player in the startup and tech space today!
    38 min
  • 5 Tips to Get More Eyes on Your Business
    One of the most important aspects of running a modern online business is getting people to see what you have to offer. Today, I’m sharing five simple tips for getting your message out there in sustainable and effective ways because there is no point in pouring your efforts into growth that you cannot maintain!
    Tune in to hear about preparing your message, working with partners and affiliates, host free workshops, show up on the right platforms, and using ads to amplify your message. We also get into ideas for creating more space in your business, like, slowing down to speed up, focussing on what matters, and so much more! These are just a few strategies and steps, but they can save you a lot of time, money, and effort. Let’s dive in!
    22 min
  • Creating Wealth-Building Opportunities in Our Communities
    In today's episode of TRANSCEND the Podcast, I talk with Dianna Tremblay, Caron Gugssa-Howard, and Willis Wilson from Inner City Advisors (ICA) in Oakland California. ICA's mission is to accelerate great businesses through mentoring and investments to close our communities' racial and gender wealth gaps. ICA believes that entrepreneurs everywhere have the power to transform communities and drive wealth-building opportunities.
    Dianna Tremblay is the Chief Program Officer at ICA. She's currently on the board of Naturally Bay Area, whose mission is to stimulate growth of Northern California food and natural product companies. She is also a selection committee member of the Nutrition Capital Network, supporting a selection of companies that present at their twice-annual investors meetings. She's an expert in program design, delivering small business support, and building entrepreneurial ecosystems.
    Caron Howard is the Director of Programs at ICA. She is currently on the board of Oakland Innovators, a community of entrepreneurs, advisors, and community leaders, promoting healthy dissemination of new and existing resources and technology trends to Oakland-based black and brown businesses, as well as a board member of Just BE. Caron is a community leader and connector in the entrepreneurship development ecosystem. Both Caron and Diana also hold BAs.
    Willis Wilson is an Impact Investor and Portfolio Manager at ICA. Previously, he served as the Investment and Growth Strategist at Alpine Software Group and a consultant within ASG's legal tech vertical. Willis earned his bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley, where he was an active member of the UC Berkeley entrepreneurship and technology community both domestically and abroad. Willis has advised early-stage startups to build strong businesses, build strong business models, product positioning, and access capital and exit opportunities. Outside of his professional pursuits. Willis is passionate about spending time with family, living a balanced life, and expanding ideas.
    I had a great time talking with all three of our guests today. There were lots of gems and nuggets, a little bit of history dropped in the conversation, so definitely pay attention and then look these folks up when you get done listening. Enjoy!
    48 min
  • I Started My Business, Now What?
    Today’s episode of TRANSCEND the Podcast is for business owners who have formed their own entities and need to know what to do next. I discuss 10 steps you need to take immediately to make sure your business is properly formed and in compliance.
    These 10 steps are not specific advice for your business. If you need specific advice, you’ll need to find an attorney that is licensed in the jurisdiction where your company is formed or where you're looking to form it.
    18 min

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When you’re building a business from the ground up, it’s easy to get stuck in the day-to-day and lose sight of your bigger vision. On Transcend the Podcast we help you focus on what matters most so you can build a thriving business and leave a legacy.