How to Bet On Yourself with Amira Rasool of the Folklore Group

#257: Have you ever wondered how to elevate your brand or business? Are you ready to take your vision to new heights? Now is the time to bet on yourself!In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Amira Rasool, Founder and CEO of The Folklore, to discuss how to build a global business from the ground up.Together, we discuss the secrets of creating an empowering brand and how to keep your vision big and bold! Amira shares valuable insights on evolving your business and attracting new investors in today's market.We Also Talk About…Amira’s journey from fashion editor to global business founder and CEOWhy making waves as a Black entrepreneur matters and how to navigate the challengesStart up advice and hacks to supercharge your business growthHow to source products and collaborate with brands worldwideHow to attract international shoppers like a proTurning setbacks into comebacks as a business ownerResources:Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with LesCome to Balanced Black Girl Live on Oct 21st in NYC.Follow Amira on Instagram @amirarasoolFollow the Folklore on Instagram @thefolkloreCheck out shop.thefolklore.com and upcoming sip-n-shop events near you!Read Dopamine Detox : A Short Guide to Remove Distractions and Get Your Brain to Do Hard Things by Thibaut MeurisseListen to episode 255: How to Win at Life: The Mindset Shift You Need to Level UpKeep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:Watch on YouTube @BalancedBlackGirlShop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merchFollow on IG: @balancedles @balancedblackgirlpodcastFollow on TikTok @balancedlesVisit our website at balancedblackgirl.comSponsors:Biosil | Get 30% off your first order of Biosil. Visit biosil.beauty and enter the code BALANCEDLES.Goodr | Stylish sunglasses starting at $25 a pair! Go to goodr.com/balancedles and use code BALANCEDLES for free shippingCaraway | Their internet famous cookware set comes with a Sauté Pan, Fry Pan, Dutch Oven and Sauce Pan. Plus, lids for all of them, a canvas lid holder and magnetic pan rack for storage! It’s the ultimate kitchen set-up and will save you $150 versus buying the items individually. Visit Carawayhome.com/balancedles to take an additional 10% off your next purchase.Philadelphia Cream Cheese | Philadelphia makes everything creamier. Visit creamcheese.com for recipe inspiration and to purchase Philadelphia Cream Cheese so you can start adding it to your recipes at home!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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#257: Have you ever wondered how to elevate your brand or business? Are you ready to take your vision to new heights? Now is the time to bet on yourself!In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Amira Rasool, Founder and CEO of The Folklore, to discuss how to build a global business from the ground up.Together, we discuss the secrets of creating an empowering brand and how to keep your vision big and bold! Amira shares valuable insights on evolving your business and attracting new investors in today's market.We Also Talk About…Amira’s journey from fashion editor to global business founder and CEOWhy making waves as a Black entrepreneur matters and how to navigate the challengesStart up advice and hacks to supercharge your business growthHow to source products and collaborate with brands worldwideHow to attract international shoppers like a proTurning setbacks into comebacks as a business ownerResources:Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with LesCome to Balanced Black Girl Live on Oct 21st in NYC.Follow Amira on Instagram @amirarasoolFollow the Folklore on Instagram @thefolkloreCheck out shop.thefolklore.com and upcoming sip-n-shop events near you!Read Dopamine Detox : A Short Guide to Remove Distractions and Get Your Brain to Do Hard Things by Thibaut MeurisseListen to episode 255: How to Win at Life: The Mindset Shift You Need to Level UpKeep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:Watch on YouTube @BalancedBlackGirlShop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merchFollow on IG: @balancedles @balancedblackgirlpodcastFollow on TikTok @balancedlesVisit our website at balancedblackgirl.comSponsors:Biosil | Get 30% off your first order of Biosil. Visit biosil.beauty and enter the code BALANCEDLES.Goodr | Stylish sunglasses starting at $25 a pair! Go to goodr.com/balancedles and use code BALANCEDLES for free shippingCaraway | Their internet famous cookware set comes with a Sauté Pan, Fry Pan, Dutch Oven and Sauce Pan. Plus, lids for all of them, a canvas lid holder and magnetic pan rack for storage! It’s the ultimate kitchen set-up and will save you $150 versus buying the items individually. Visit Carawayhome.com/balancedles to take an additional 10% off your next purchase.Philadelphia Cream Cheese | Philadelphia makes everything creamier. Visit creamcheese.com for recipe inspiration and to purchase Philadelphia Cream Cheese so you can start adding it to your recipes at home! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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