The Veranda Entrepreneur: The Podcast

Most Black women grew up witnessing models of relentless hustle, not rest. But what if prioritizing your well being isn't just luxury -it's a necessity? Tara Pringle-Jefferson reveals how unlearning centuries old-stories about self-care can transform your health and happiness. Her new book, Bloom How You Must, offers a bold blueprint for reclaiming your time, body, and joy, starting with understanding where your self-care habits come from - and gently rewriting them. Tara Pringle-Jefferson is the founder of The Self Care Suite, a digital wellness community for Black women, recognized fr her advocacy, corporate consulting and bestselling book, Bloom How You Must. Visit www.tarapringlejefferson.com and www.theselfcaresuite.com to learn more. Visit www.theverandaentrepreneur.com to learn more about The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast.

We have Gabriela Francois the founder and creator of Gabby Likes to Read. She shares how she started her company and ways she continues to contribute to the reading community while highlighting diverse authors. Visit GabbyLikesToRead on Youtube and Instagram.

Tune in to hear actionable ways to celebrate yourself! Yes, you! Have you been celebrating everyone else but yourself? Do you struggle with sharing your wins with others? This episode is for you. www.theverandaentrepreneur.com

Meet Nia Thomas of Nia PR as she discusses how she started and grew her PR firm. She also discusses ways business owners can DIY their PR. www.theverandentrepreneur.com

Join The Veranda Entrepeneur Podcast as we discuss Top 10 Ways to Start Your Business! Follow us at www.theverandaentrepreneur.com Instagram: theverandaentrepreneur If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, subscribe and share.

Welcome to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast! Today I'm discussing a topic I love! I'm sharing five of my favorite business books that I believe will be helpful as you build your business. For more information, be sure to subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Check out www.theverandaentrepreneur.com.

Kasey D'Amato stopped by The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast to discuss achieving growth mindset while growing your business. Kasey is an executive coach dedicated to guiding business leaders in achiveing holistic success-both in their business and personal lives. By combining proven strategies with a focus on growth and work-life integration. She empowers business owners to scale their companies while mainitaining balance, fulfillmnent, and well-being. Tune in on tips on scaling your business while keeping your sanity. Find out more about Kasey D'Amato at www.kaseydamato.com Follow The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast Instagram: theverandaentrepreneur

Christine Mills is on the veranda with Abigail Mundell, a Fractional CMO, discussing the importance of using a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) while building a company. To find out more check out the following websites: www.theverandaentrepreneur.com Instagram: theverandaentrepreneur www.abigailmundell.com

It's my 130th podcast anniversary! Join me on memory lane of past podcast episodes, what I learned from podcasting so far and what's next for The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Be sure to subscribe and review The Veranda Entreprenuer Podcast. Also, follow on social at The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast (Instagram) and www.verandaentrepreneur.com .

Tune in to hear about ways you can incorporate Black owned businesses in your holiday shopping. Merry Christmas! Be sure to subscribe to hear the latest episode.

Doctor Craig, pediatric dentist and chief heart officer of Kids United Pediatric Dentistry, shared on The Veranda Podcast the importance of building a company with a Why in the center. Listen in as he shares how his practice is making a difference in various countries within Afirca and how his patients are part of the process. Be sure to tune into the end, where Doctor Craig discussed the importance of creating a happy environment for not only the team as well as the clients. More information can be found at: www.kidsunitedsmiles.com Instagram: @kidsunitedsmiles Facebook: Kids United Pediatric Dentistry Be sure to like and subscribe the episode and learn about other episodes: www.theverandaentrepreneur.com Instagram: @theverandaentrepreneur

Meet Karly Feenstra, the founder and CEO of Happy Leader Project, where she provides essential tools for business owners and leaders designed to boost confidence, master feel-good sales, and get clarity on their most imporant goals. https://www.happyleaderproject.com/ Instagram: @happyleaderprojects Be sure to stay tuned for more epiosdes by liking and subscribing. Also, please leave a review so others can learn more about The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast!

Mayra Gomez-Sanchez is your day-one copy strategist that helps ethical online business owners experiece financial growth while being inclusive for the socially conscious public. Listen to this podcast to learn how you can make your copyright more inclusive of the growing BIPOC community. Learn more at www.mayragsanchezagency.com www.theverandaetrepreneurpodcast.com

It was such fun to meet Denise Reese of Grace the Collection. Grace the Collection is a luxury candle and home pleasantries company that reminds us to open a door to ourselves. Her company reminds us that grace always comes full circle! Denise shared how she was inspired to start her company during the pandemic and our world is much more serene because of it. Tune in to hear how she overcame challenges to create a product based company and how she had leaned into her community to grow her business. Also, she provided a discount code for listeners who shops from her website. Use TheVeranda discount code for 10%. Links from the Show: The Veanda Entrepreneur Grace The Collection Instagram: @Gracethecollection

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start a company with minimal risk? Listen to this episode with Allison Yee, Founder and CEO of Up Next. After 20+ years working in retail and real estate development, Allison created UpNext to help reimagine the next wave of retail. With a keen eye for making the right connections, Allison has led the charge in guiding hundreds of founders in elevate their brands through pop-ups and helping municipalities and developers create innovative retail projects. Learn more at www.poppingupnext.com Instagram: @poppingupnext Be sure to subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast and follow us on Instagram @The VerandaEntrepreneur

Meet Jenna Hermans, Co-founder and COO of Be Courageous a transformation agency, a busy mom of 4, a high-performance coach, and the author of the Benjamin Franklin Award Winning book, Chaos to Calm: 5 Ways Busy Parents Can Break Free From Overwhelm. Jenna takes an intentional and inclusive approach to help individuals and teams implement tools that put organization and systems around their busy lives that infuse calm and more joy, helping them go from Chaos to Calm. Listen and subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast.

Tune in to hear how Cara D'Orazio created CGM Fitness, Inc., an online fitness platform. You can learn more about Cara and CGM Fitness, Inc. at www.cgmfit.com and at Instagram @c.g.m._fitness.

Meet Amy Jackson, co-founder and CEO of Tale Splash has spent her career building and shaping brands during times of rapid change. Tale Splash work directly with founders to develop thought leadership and support company goals, by designing a PR strategy that helps companies make a splash. Amy Jackson has helped potato farmers navigate the era of low-carb diets. She secured coverage in major media outlets leading up to the acquisitions of Bebo and Mint.com, and led LivingSocial's PR efforts bridging from Facebook darling to local merchant marketplace. She took Silicon Valley journalists through a walk down memory lane at the Computer History Museum's reopening. All of which led to coverage in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg Businessweek and NBC to name a few. Listen to this episode if you want to learn practical ways to grow your business using customized PR strategies. Find out more information regarding Tale Splash below: https://www.talesplash.com/ https://www.instagram.com/talesplash/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talesplash Please follow and rate Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast on Apple , IHeart

Karwanna D is a Certified Business Coach turned Government Contracts Strategist. She's a successful Entrepreneur, Author of Don't Duck the Government and a Fiery Motivational Speaker. Karwanna is a master in empowering small business owners to grow profitable business so they can have successful and sustainable businesses with consistent income by revealing the biggest kept business secrets of government contracts. She has been featured on many platforms including CBS, NBC, Fox, Star Tribune Business, SBA SBDC and more. You can find more about Karwanna and her consulting conpany at www.karwannaspeaks.com.

I went in the vault to pull out one of my favorite episodes where I interviewed the talented design blogger, Stacy Blake of Design Addict Mom. She shared her beginnings of starting the blog and what continues to inspire her. Tune in to learn how to start a creative business that will inspire others to creat beautiful spaces of their own. Be sure to follow The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast and rate it.

Meet Amaka Uchegbu of UCHE a hair company that utilizes artificial intelligence to provide insight of the type of hair products most suitable for your hairAmaka is the founder of UCHE, a new online beauty supply store that can predict if a hair product will be effective without you having to try it first. UCHE uses an AI-powered algorithm trained by Black hair scientists, dermatologists and stylists to match women with Afro hair to products most likely to work for their unique hair profile. UCHE draws exclusively from Black owned brands because of its mission to grow Black wealth by supporting entrepreneurship.

Blake is on a mission to help 1 million dads and moms write at least one well written, meanigful, lasting Legacy Letter to their children. Blake has a wonderful wife and loves being a father to his three children, all under 8. As he leads his family, he draws from many mentors, but none more importnant than his late father, Larry Brewer. Learn more about Legacy Letter at: https://www.legacyletterchallenge.com/home Instagram: legacy_letter Facebook: Legacy Letter

Beverly Price is a divorce and empowerment coach, podcast host and woman on a mission. She's a woman who has been through it all—and came out fighting. She knows what it's like to be a divorced woman in today's world—and she wants to change that. According to Beverly's research, a large percentage of women struggle with low self-confidence and negative self-perception. Specifically, 79% of women do not feel confident, and many believe they are inferior to other women. Additionally, 62% do not believe they are intelligent, and approximately half do not think they are beautiful. This is especially true for divorced women. Beverly is dedicated to changing this and is working to improve the self-confidence and self-perception of divorced women. HerSelf Expression specializes in divorce and empowerment coaching for women who want to make their own decisions about their lives and their futures. Find more at www.herselfexpression.com

Created by sisters, Martha Moore Farrell and Elizabeth Moore, The Scuttle is a free mobile app that takes the stress out of organizing everyone's personal life. From vacation itineraries, immunization charts, home renovation notes and photos, camp lists, committee meeting notes, Thanksgiving assignments, birthday party plans and babysitter emergency information, The Scuttle is there to help users jot down info quickly and find it even faster. With over 3,000 downloads since its launch in April 2021, 97% of users said they would recommend The Scuttle to a friend. For the latest news and updates, follow Scuttle on Instagram @TheScuttleApp.

Christiane Lemieux of Lemieux Et Cie shared her business story with The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. We discussed her company Dwell Studios and its subsequent sale to Wayfair. She also discussed her latest design company Lemieux Et Cie. You can find more information about Christiane Lemieux at https://www.christianelemieux.com and https://lemieuxetcie.com Follow The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast on Instagram @theverandaentrepreneur

I was able to meet Rachel Johnson, the founder of of Ah Mi, a wellness brand and online health club for everyday, busy people wanting to feel their best. Rachel explained wny she started Ah Mi and her mission to help busy people create realistic habits that are actually sustainable.

I was delighted to interview Jenny Eversole of Style Space on the Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. She shares how she started Style Space which is a place for people to find an affordable accessible styling service for any occasion that helps them achieve their personal style goals with ease. Style Space is like having a close style confidante who understands you, your style and how to put together the best look for you. Whether it's clothes, hair, makeup, or skin-care. Visit www.stylespace.com to learn more or Instagram at stylespace.official

Joann Mezadieux of Lovely Darlings Picnic joined me on the podcast. She discussed how she started her company, Lovely Darlings Picnic. Lovely Darlings Picnic creates curated beautiful memories. She discussed her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind the company and what is next for Lovely Darlings Picnic. Visit her website at www.lovely-darlings.com Instagram: @lovelydarlingspicnic

LuAnn Warner Prokos shares how she started her photography business and why women should invest in portraiture to capture their best self. She also shares how she provides a curated experience for her customers. On this episode, we also learn about how LuAnn created a niche for herself in an industry that is constantly changing. Learn more about LuAnn Warner Prokos and her services at warnerprokosphotography.com .

Carlye Morgan of Chalonne stopped by The Veranda to share how she started Chalonne, a women's luxury Apple watch bands, hand-crafted in France with th finest leathers, gemstones and solid gold https://chalonne.com

Meet David Mullings, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Blue Mahoe Capital Partners an impact investment firm focused on giving investors access to the emerging economies, markets of the Caribbean region and underrepresented founders. www.bluemahoecapital.com

Have you ever thought about the ingredients you put on your face? Our latest guest Shubhangini Prakash of Feather & Bone finds it extremely important to use clean ingredients on our skin. She shares how she built her company, one customer at a time with quality ingredients. Find out more at www.featherandboneco.com

Tracey Frost Rensky, the founder of Citibabes, a downtown New York membership club shared her journey of starting Citibabes and why building community was important to the growth of her company. Her business generated over $25M in revenue. She currently runs a consultancy where she advises small to medium sized start-ups.

Harlem Labs is a boutique advisory firm born and raised in New York City, and now in Austin. Harlem Labs exist to advise executives and entrepreneurs on strategy and execution, to improve acquistions and retention. For more Information visit www.harlemlabs.com https://theverandaentrepreneur.com

Meet Jamila Powell of Naturally Drenched. Jamila is the founder of Maggie Rose Salon and Naturally Drenched. This episode discusses her journey to creating a rapidly growing hair brand and the future of her company. Listen to this episode to learn about starting a consumer brand from scratch. You can learn at www.naturallydrenched.com

Learn how to market and sell your product or service from Ryan Stewman. Stewman is the founder of Hardcore Closer an online learning resource for salespeople. Listen to this episode if you want to learn how to be sell in a more impactful way. Resources: www.theverandaentrepreneur.com www.ryanstewman.com www.hardcorecloser.com www.phonesites.com

Welcome to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Lauren Milner, Co-Founder and President of Windmill discusses ways to grow your company's brand awareness on any budget. Listen to this podcast if you would like to learn about ways to grow your social media platform, the ideal industries for crowdfunding, ways to grow your brand on a limited budget, and to learn about the benefits of starting your business today. Recommended Book....The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz. Learn more at www.theverandaentrepreneur.com and Windmill at www.choosewindmill.com . Be sure to subscribe and rate The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast.

Learn how to start and grow a real estate business with Dr. Porsha Showers of JL Marsaw Dr. Porsha Showers is a successful pharmacist by day and a realtor by night. She has successfully been able to manage both and has recently been featured on HGTV. She discussed ways to build wealth through real estate, ways you can follow your passion and why it is important to buy the right home to suit your needs You can find more information at www.theverandaentrepreneur.com . http://jlmarsaw.com

This is Part 2 of The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast Black Shopping Guide Part 2. www.theverandaentrepreneur.com Please be sure to subscribe.

Tune in to get ideas for your holiday shopping. This list is complete and has something for everyone one on your list. Companies mentioned on this episode: Aphrochic Don't Sleep Interiors Expedition Subsahara Shop Candice Luter Your Sustainable Home Goodee Tal and Bert Rayo & Honey Rain Sky Home

Welcome to the Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast! This episode is all about you! How are you showing up for your calling? www.theverandaentrepreneur.com

Nicole Wright joined The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast of Satrell Beauty. Nicole Wright is a finance professional by day and has always wanted to step foot in the beauty industry to include her own ideas in to the mix. Satrell collection is cruelty-fee and complimentary to all skin tones. For more information at www.theverandaentrepreneur.com Learn more about Satrell Beauty at www.satrell.com

This episode provided practical advice of growing your business the most effective way while focusing on your bottom line. Samantha Varner explains why women business owners should focus on needle moving activities to grow your business. You can find more information at www.shecollective.biz You can also visit www.theverandaeentrepreneur.com

Do you fear creating iterations of your business? Do you suddenly feel self-conscious when you realize that your business still requires a lot more improvements. This episode encourages you to embrace iterations so that you can fail forward. Iterations provide your with constant feedback on what you can improve.

Weekly bonus devotional for entrepreneurs to help you live a powerful life while growing your business!

Do you find that you are getting stuck? This episode discusses ways you can get your momentum back and it requires less than you think! Please rate and subscribe the podcast! www.theverandaentrepreneur.com

Meet Amanda Zieba, author of 11 books for both young adults and adults. She has perfected book promotion and stopped by The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast to share how you can market your books while building a loyal community. You can learn more about her, her books and her courses at www.amandazieba.com. Find more resources at www.theverandaentrepreneur.com. Also, visit www.christinemills.net to read the YGB series and Dream Chasers!

Suzanne Boyd of The Party Co. shares how she started her company from scratch and built her customer base to include Hollywood celebrities. She shared the importance of pivoting and striving for excellence. Boyd also discussed her new party supplies company, The Party Co. Intl. which features Juneteenth paper goods www.thepartyco.com www.theverandaentrepreneur.com

Mimi Scarlett of Unlikely Martha discusses how she built her multimedia company, Unlikely Martha and pivoted as she grew as a mother. She also shares her new venture Unlikely Market. www.theverandaentrepreneur.com www.unlikelymartha.com www.christinemills.net

Just in time for the wedding season, I was able to interview LeaAnn Stephenson of The Vintage Laundry.She has a beautiful curation of vintage tabletop decor that's perfect for your next celebration. www.thevintagelaundry.com www.theverandaentrepreneur.com Thank you for rating and subscribing to the podcast.