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In this episode, the hosts discuss how people can be activists by following their dreams.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Join Nakiea and Keysha as they discuss how following your dreams can be used as a form of activism and emphasize the significance of speaking up for what we believe in. They also highlight examples of individuals who have pursued their passions and leveraged their success to bring about change in their communities.
Tune in to discover the power of pursuing your dreams and start making a real impact today!
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Intro
[01:17] - Activism should be non-violent
[02:27] - Fighting for educational equality in Alabama
[03:59] - Nakiea's journey in activism
[05:56] - Things you can do to approach non-violent leadership through activism
[08:22] - The importance of following your dreams.
[09:43] - Some of the ways that you can amplify voices
[12:29] - Being an influencer for great causes
[13:42] - People who are effectively pursuing their dreams while also acting as activists
[17:12] - Female entrepreneur, Pinky Cole
[20:42] - Empowering generations of people of color
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[09:09] - "You can't help nobody else until you help yourself."
[09:38] - "You following your dreams can definitely inspire other people around you to follow their dreams as well."
[10:49] - "A disability does not mean that you're unable. It just means you might need a little bit more support."
[12:34] - "You can be an influencer for great causes. You just don't have to be an influencer for products and things like that. You can be an advocate for causes."
[15:05] - "Knowing that you're capable, is a form of fighting back against the status quo of what people are thinking."
BOOK MENTIONED:
RESOURCES:
Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless
Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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In this episode, the hosts discuss automation with Rock Hunt.
In this episode, the hosts, Nakiea and Keysha, discuss automation with Rock Hunt — a former General Manager turned entrepreneur and marketing coach. Rock specializes in email, SMS, and chatbot marketing and has been in business for over 3 years. He is passionate about helping entrepreneurs strengthen their audience connections and establish a strong foundation for their businesses.
Tune in now! You'll get some great tips on automating your business so you can focus on the important things while letting the software do what it can do best.
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Welcome notes and Rock's intro
[02:08] - Software recommendations for service-based businesses
[03:31] - Consequences of lack of systems on business
[04:51] - How should new entrepreneurs approach automation
[07:21] - Why big brands are turning to micro-influencers instead of big influencers
[08:18] - Running a business while balancing self-care and family responsibilities
[10:06] - Distinction between working in and on your business
[11:59] - How to get started with Chatbot automation
[14:01] - What to do after establishing an email list
[16:32] - Engaging the audience through email without overwhelming them
[18:50] - Using social media to examine competition to improve one's business.
SOFTWARES MENTIONED:
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[05:52] - "As business owners, you only own two things. You own your intellectual property, and then you own their customer contact list. Those are the basis of your business." – Rock.
[07:00] - "The social media thing, it's not like it's important, but a lot of times we use that as the foundation of our business versus being its intended use as a traffic source… It's a source of traffic, not a foundational place to build your business." - Rock.
[08:45] - "If you wanna be profitable in business, you have to make the right sacrifices." - Rock.
[18:41] - "Stay ready so you don't have to get ready." - Nakiea
RESOURCES:
Rock's Instagram: @rockurbusiness
Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless
Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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Part 3 of our insurance discussion!
In this final installment of the All Things Insurance series, Nakiea and Keysha pick up where they left off in the previous part, diving deeper into the topic of insurance. They emphasize the significance of having insurance and explore various policy options, as well as offer advice on preparing for a potential claim. Additionally, they stress the importance of filing claims promptly, especially in the aftermath of a disaster or incident.
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Intro
[00:11] - General liability policy and worker's compensation policy
[02:29] - Who needs a workers' compensation policy, and who doesn't
[06:20] - Homeowners insurance vs. renter's insurance
[07:23] - How to determine the value of your possessions
[09:01] - Homeowners insurance comes with medical coverage
[09:52] - The different options for homeowners insurance
[11:17] - Importance of not filing excessive claims
[13:05] - Things to take into consideration whether you are a renter or a homeowner
[14:02] - Don't lie to save money when applying for homeowners insurance
[15:13] - Factors affecting insurance premiums
[17:27] - Car insurance and how it works
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[05:57] - "Owning a business is very popular right now that people forget the legal aspect of the business."
[09:01] - "Another thing about homeowners insurance that a lot of people don't know a lot of times when it comes to a liability, and it can come with medical coverages."
RESOURCES:
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Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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This part 2 of our insurance episode. Enjoy!
Nakiea and Keysha continue their discussion on insurance. Today they focus on two types of insurance — life insurance and business insurance. The two share their personal experiences with choosing a life insurance policy and explain the different types of policies available. They also touch on the types of business insurance policies available and the role of insurance in protecting individuals and businesses from unforeseen events.
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Intro
[00:32] - What is Life insurance, and why is it important
[02:45] - Benefits of getting a life insurance
[04:52] - Being able to use your life insurance while you are living
[05:35] - Whole life insurance vs term life insurance: which one to choose
[08:00] - Keysha’s experience with choosing a life insurance policy
[11:35] - You cannot lie to an insurance company
[13:58] - Be aware of fake life insurance companies
[15:00] - Overview of business insurance.
[17:41] - High-risk businesses
[18:03] - 10 reasons to have a business insurance
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[00:46] - “Life insurance is actually a good wealth builder, especially generational wealth builder.”
[15:58] - “A business policy is really important for releasing the liability from you and putting it on to the insurance company.”
[18:37] - “Business insurance protects your employees as well, not just you.”
RESOURCES:
Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless
Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of health insurance.
Health insurance can be a huge topic to try and cover. There are so many plans, so many exclusions, and so much information. But don't worry. Nakiea and Keysha are here to help you understand insurance so that it doesn't become another thing on your plate to worry about.
In this episode, Nakiea and Keysha discuss the importance of health insurance and guide you through the essentials. Plus, they provide valuable tips for researching your options and selecting the right plan.
Tune in now to get the full picture of health insurance!
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Intro — all things insurance
[00:31] - A quick rundown of insurance
[01:43] - Factors that affect your health insurance
[02:55] - What are your insurance options
[05:04] - Factors to consider when approaching health insurance
[06:26] - Changes in the Affordable Care Act
[07:54] - Importance of researching your insurance plans
[13:26] - Some common exclusions that you should consider
[14:22] - Essential health benefits that you get from your health insurance
[15:17] - Understanding deductibles in health insurance
[18:18] - Health insurance also covers mental health
[19:04] - Why you need to be careful who you choose as a doctor
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[02:30] - "The earlier you get insurance, the better for your pockets, the better on your health." - Keysha
[18:11] - "It's gonna be a lot cheaper to pay 20% of your healthcare costs every time you go to the doctor rather than a 100%." - Keysha
[18:20] - "Taking advantage of health insurance is definitely a form of self-care." - Keysha
RESOURCES:
Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless
Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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In this episode, the hosts speak with Fame Holiday about his hit single What a Year.
In this episode, the hosts, Nakiea and Keysha, sit down with award-winning rapper Fame Holiday to discuss his hit single "What a Year" and his journey in the music industry. Hailing from Mississauga, Canada, Fame shares his personal experiences with manifesting things into reality and the importance of giving back to the community.
During the conversation, Fame opens up about his self-care and mental health practices, how he came up with the idea for his latest release, "What a Year," why it's important to show vulnerability, and more!
Tune in now!
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Welcome notes and Fame Holiday's intro
[01:00] - Fame's Journey to Rapping
[02:31] - Who is Fame Holiday
[03:32] - Things that Fame manifested that became reality
[05:49] - Fame's self-care and mental health practices
[07:42] - Inspiration behind Fame's Song "What A Year"
[10:38] - The reason why you need to show your vulnerability
[14:14] - The curse and the blessing of social media
[17:05] - How Fame balances his social life and work
[19:19] - How Fame prevents from overextending himself
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[02:23] - "You can be inspired by somebody, but it doesn't mean you have to be like them."
[11:34] - "Understand that it's okay not to be okay."
[13:35] - "We all have our own little situations that haunt us or deal with us in certain ways that throw us off of our game and put us in a bad space. But it's just sort of all about communicating and finding people that can help you get out of that space."
[21:36] - "If you're not good with yourself, you can't be good for nobody else.”
RESOURCES:
Fame’s Instagram: @officialfameholiday
Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless
Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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In this episode, the hosts give tips on how you can trick or treat yourself.
Self-care is so important, especially in today's fast-paced world, and today the hosts will inspire you to make it a priority in your life. So grab a snack, sit back, and join Nakiea and Keysha as they explore the world of self-care and share how to treat or trick yourself into taking better care of yourself.
Tune in now and let this be the start of your journey to making yourself the priority!
Conversation Highlights:
[00:00] - Intro — How to trick yourself into self-care.
[00:25] - How Nakiea and Keysha trick themself for self-care
[02:14] - Listening to podcasts to relax and be productive simultaneously
[02:57] - How Nakiea and Keysha treat themself
[06:36] - Eating to trick yourself into self-care
[08:25] - Self-Care by prioritizing massage treatments
[10:44] - Beaches that Nakiea has visited
[13:09] - You can always trick yourself into being a tourist in your area.
[15:37] - Give yourself a treat by taking your dreams seriously.
[16:31] - The concept of anti-self-care.
NOTABLE QUOTES:
[15:55] - "Nothing beats a failure but a try."
[16:25] - "Always take the time out to pursue your dreams because no one else is going to do it for you."
RESOURCES:
Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless
Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21
Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana
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CONNECT co-founders', Sharqi David and Keisha Browne, [sister]ship has been colored with countless shared experiences and exciting adventures. They have hosted 44 COVID-conscious, in-person, virtual, and/or hybrid events with 35 local businesses/entrepreneurs & 12 national companies serving, 850+ national & international guests & participants. Over the past 15 years, they have known each other as classmates, colleagues, teammates, travel buddies, and of course, friends. Their love of learning with and from amazing people, passion for culture and the arts, and experience hosting events that uplift and inspire brought them together to create CONNECT. The CONNECT CoLab is a networking and consulting group focused on creating strong, vibrant communities and curating genuine, meaningful connections that drive and sustain business-building activity. This dynamic duo takes their social and professional lives very seriously, as both have been critical to their sanity and success.
Their work connects them to corporations (like Fidelity Investments and Wayfair), community-based programs (at Howard University and Johns Hopkins University), ventured-backed startups (like Tracflo and Birthright AFRICA), art organizations (like Park Avenue Armory and Soka Tribe), institutions (like Georgetown University, Harvard University, MIT, and Hunter College), and an extensive portfolio of courses and workshops they have designed. So, when these two join forces for people-centered networking over their signature drinks and tasty, tapas-style treats, you can always expect great company, extraordinary connections, and an unforgettable time. So, mark your calendars, and join them for exclusive, but inclusive events!
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CONNECT co-founders', Sharqi David and Keisha Browne, [sister]ship has been colored with countless shared experiences and exciting adventures. They have hosted 44 COVID-conscious, in-person, virtual, and/or hybrid events with 35 local businesses/entrepreneurs & 12 national companies serving, 850+ national & international guests & participants. Over the past 15 years, they have known each other as classmates, colleagues, teammates, travel buddies, and of course, friends. Their love of learning with and from amazing people, passion for culture and the arts, and experience hosting events that uplift and inspire brought them together to create CONNECT. The CONNECT CoLab is a networking and consulting group focused on creating strong, vibrant communities and curating genuine, meaningful connections that drive and sustain business-building activity. This dynamic duo takes their social and professional lives very seriously, as both have been critical to their sanity and success.
Their work connects them to corporations (like Fidelity Investments and Wayfair), community-based programs (at Howard University and Johns Hopkins University), ventured-backed startups (like Tracflo and Birthright AFRICA), art organizations (like Park Avenue Armory and Soka Tribe), institutions (like Georgetown University, Harvard University, MIT, and Hunter College), and an extensive portfolio of courses and workshops they have designed. So, when these two join forces for people-centered networking over their signature drinks and tasty, tapas-style treats, you can always expect great company, extraordinary connections, and an unforgettable time. So, mark your calendars, and join them for exclusive, but inclusive events!
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In this episode, the hosts discuss mental health, purpose, and ways to overcome challenges.
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