Visibility can make or break your business. You can have the best product or service, but if people don’t see it, they can’t support it.

This week’s episode of the Black to Business podcast dives into why visibility is power and how consistent content builds credibility for Black founders. Because for us, being visible isn’t just about posting more. It’s about being remembered, trusted, and chosen for what we bring to the table.

Many Black entrepreneurs are still building without access to big teams, media features, or industry connections. The game has changed though. Digital tools and social media have given us the power to create our own platforms and control our own narratives.

If staying consistent feels overwhelming, this conversation will help you simplify it. You’ll walk away understanding how to make visibility a natural part of your business, not another task on your list.

• Why visibility is the new currency of credibility for Black founders
  
  

• How to use consistent content to build trust, recognition, and opportunity
  
  

• What makes visibility feel hard and how to move through that fear
  
  

• How to define what visibility looks like for you without burning out
  
  

• Why social media is a powerful equalizer when you learn to use it intentionally
  
  

• How to use tools and AI to stay visible and consistent, especially in busy seasons

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Creating content shouldn’t feel like another full-time job, especially when you’re already wearing every hat in your business. But for so many Black entrepreneurs, staying consistent online feels like a constant uphill battle. One week you're posting every day. The next? You're exhausted and falling off again.

If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

We're kicking off a new solo series for October focused on helping you finish Q4 strong and step into the new year with more clarity and consistency. And we’re starting with the number one question we get asked: “How do I stay consistent with content without burning out?”

IN THIS EPISODE, MONIQUE BREAKS DOWN:

• Why content consistency feels so hard (and it’s not because you’re undisciplined)
  
  

• How to set up a simple content rhythm you can actually keep up with
  
  

• The difference between “creating content” and having a content system
  
  

• How batching, themed days, and repurposing help you stay visible without the stress
  
  

• How Monique uses AI tools to speed up content planning without losing her voice

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Selfish. That word alone probably makes you tense up. Most of us were raised to believe that being selfish is wrong, especially as Black entrepreneurs carrying the weight of family, community, and proving ourselves in business. The idea of putting yourself first feels uncomfortable, maybe even impossible. Yet constantly putting yourself last is the fastest way to burn out and stall your growth.

In this episode, leadership advisor and coach Dawn Christian, founder of BeLeadership, flips the script on what it means to be selfish. After 25 years of leading billion-dollar product launches in corporate and then pivoting into entrepreneurship, Dawn knows firsthand how dangerous self-neglect can be and how transformational self-prioritization truly is. She shares her Ethos Driven Leadership framework, practical ways to set boundaries, and why choosing yourself is actually the best thing you can do for your business.

• What it really means to be a selfish leader and why that choice fuels growth
  
  

• The four pillars of Ethos Driven Leadership, purpose, needs, beliefs, influence
  
  

• Clear signs you are neglecting yourself as a leader and how to course correct
  
  

• How to create capacity, delegate with confidence, and move from teams to collaborators
  
  

• Practical boundary practices that protect your time, energy, and focus
  
  

• Why authenticity beats performance and how alignment attracts the right partners and clients

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As a Black entrepreneur, you’ve probably felt the weight of trying to keep up with new technology while still running every part of your business. Maybe you’ve asked yourself if AI is just another passing trend or if it’s something you really need to pay attention to. The truth is, AI is already transforming how businesses operate and compete. For us, staying informed and prepared is not just about keeping up, it is about leveling the playing field and creating opportunities to lead.

That is why we brought in Stacy Kirk, a tech entrepreneur and thought leader who has built her career helping businesses embrace innovation. In this episode, Stacy shares why AI cannot be ignored, the most important tools and trends you should know about, and how to use them in practical ways that fit your business. She makes technology feel approachable and offers strategies that allow you to save time, streamline your work, and create opportunities to grow.

DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why AI matters for every business owner no matter the industry you are in.

• The most important tools and trends to watch in the AI space.

• How to adopt AI with confidence even if you are not a “tech person.”

• Ways AI can help you save time, reduce stress, and focus on growth.

• How to create a future-ready business by embracing innovation and adaptability.

• Why staying informed about AI trends is essential for Black entrepreneurs who want to stay competitive and ahead of the curve.

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You want to build something that actually changes lives, and you also need it to pay the bills. You have felt the pressure to choose one or the other, purpose or profit, when what you really want is both. This episode is for you if you are wrestling with questions like how do I fund my mission, how do I prove my impact, and how do I scale without losing the heart of why I started.

In this conversation, you will learn from Jasmine Crowe-Houston, award winning social entrepreneur and founder and CEO of Goodr. Jasmine has built a technology powered company that has redirected more than 25 million pounds of food and delivered nearly 40 million meals by connecting surplus to need, and she has opened dozens of free Goodr Grocery Stores that bring dignified, affordable access to healthy food. She breaks down the real story behind making money while making a difference, from pricing and partnerships to data and mindset, and she is refreshingly honest about what it takes for Black founders to build and sustain social impact at scale.

DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• How to choose a problem worth solving and translate it into a clear, fundable business model

• Ways to price a social enterprise by mapping your customer’s current spend and proving cost savings

• What metrics to track so you can show both social outcomes and business results

• How to approach investors versus foundations and what to emphasize with each audience

• Practical strategies to scale impact while staying rooted in community and mission

• Mindset habits that help you push through rejection, protect your energy, and lead for the long term

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You may have thought about writing a book but quickly shut it down with reasons like “I’m not a writer,” “I don’t have time,” or “Who would even read it?” The reality is, a book is one of the most powerful tools you can have as a business owner because it shifts how people see you. A book makes people stop, listen, and lean in. It builds credibility in rooms where you might have felt invisible and it gives you authority without you having to keep proving yourself.

In this conversation, best selling author and international speaker Geo Derice gets practical and real about becoming an author as a business strategy. Geo shares how he went from being overlooked to booked by adding the word author to his title, and why your story already lives in your conversations, it just needs packaging. He walks you through defining your ideal reader, choosing the right idea now, building an outline that saves you time and money, and publishing professionally without wasting coins. We also dig into using your book to open doors, from client work to speaking to partnerships, so you sell less and serve more.

DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why writing a book instantly elevates your credibility as a business owner

• The common misconceptions about becoming an author and how to move past them

• How to choose the right book idea when you have too many to pick from

• Practical steps to structure and finish your first draft without overwhelm

• The difference between self-publishing and traditional publishing and which path makes sense for beginners

• How to use your book as a tool to attract clients, partnerships, and speaking opportunities

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When you're running a business, it’s easy to get caught up in long hours, constant hustle, and putting your own needs last. But here’s the truth: lasting success starts with taking care of yourself. Prioritizing your mind, body, and spirit isn’t a luxury, it's essential for growth.

In this episode, we sit down with Lauren LC Wells, founder and chief wellness officer of Hervival, a holistic wellness and leadership company dedicated to helping women especially those in underserved wellness spaces thrive. Lauren’s journey took her from studying nursing to working as a fitness trainer in NYC, and eventually building a thriving wellness community. What started as a movement has grown into an app and now a membership hub that helps people prevent burnout, reduce stress, and live with purpose.

Lauren breaks down what holistic wellness really means for entrepreneurs, the impact of grind culture on your wellbeing, and why putting yourself first is the smartest business decision you can make. Whether you’re just starting out or already deep in the hustle, this conversation offers guidance and practical steps to create a sustainable path that fuels both your purpose and your success.

DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• What holistic wellness means in entrepreneurship

• How grind culture impacts your health and success

• Simple, actionable steps to prevent burnout

• How to set boundaries and make wellness a non-negotiable

• The mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to thrive beyond the hustle
  
  

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As entrepreneurs, it’s easy to get caught in the cycle of hustle, stress, and pushing through exhaustion. But what if your constant state of “go” is costing you more than you realize? What if the very thing standing between you and sustainable leadership is your nervous system?

In this episode we’re joined by Lauren Dike, somatic practitioner, trauma-informed coach, and founder of Harmona Inclusive Wellbeing. Lauren has worked with organizations like NASA, Lululemon, and Black Girls Code, helping leaders and teams address burnout and embed nervous system science into the way they work. She shares how your nervous system shapes your leadership, why traditional self-care often isn’t enough, and practical ways to begin healing from stress so you can build a business that doesn’t cost you your peace.

If you’ve been wondering how to lead from a place of calm confidence instead of survival mode, this episode will give you the tools and insights you need.

DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• The difference between stress and burnout, and how to recognize the early signs

• Why your nervous system impacts leadership, decision-making, and creativity

• How trauma and people-pleasing patterns show up in business, and how to rewire them

• Practical body-based tools to begin regulating your nervous system today

• How to build a business that prioritizes wellness and sustainability from the start

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