Education is everything! That is especially true when it comes to cannabis, because it still holds so much stigma. And in this episode of Bet on Yourself, Sis!, Necole Hines, cannabis educator, chef, and advocate, gives us a crash course on the cannabis industry and how she incorporates the plant into her cooking.

Necole and I discuss the stigma surrounding cannabis use, the challenges of entrepreneurship in the cannabis industry, and the significance of self-care and rest for personal and professional growth. She shares the journey of starting her business, Faded Living, and how she navigates the cannabis market while emphasizing the need for patience and adaptability.

In this conversation, we explore the challenges and opportunities for Black women entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry, emphasizing the need for education and networking. We also highlight the significance of embracing discomfort and the personal nature of cannabis experiences.

We talk:

4:52 - Breaking the stigma around cannabis

10:04 - Entrepreneurship in the cannabis industry

19:58 - The importance of pivoting in business

31:58 - Listening to your body

40:43 - Creating a cannabis-friendly experience

46:34 - Embracing uncomfortability

Episode References:

Ep. 9 - Growing from Community Catering to Creative Entrepreneurship

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