New Show Quit Your Day Job: Who’s here for it?
On Wednesday, March 30, “Quit Your Day Job” premieres on the Oxygen network. And it should come to no surprise that your girl is here for it. About 2 weeks ago, I had the pleasure of interviewing...
View Article5 Reasons Why You’re Feeling Stuck (and Tips for Getting Your Life Back on...
Listen, it happens to the best of us—one day you wake-up feeling lost, confused and uncertain about your life. Next thing you know, you’re emotionally stuck in your own head: “Do I really have what it...
View ArticleI’ve Got a Pretty Epic Announcement!
Too many people are playing it safe. They’re spending their days unfulfilled because they’re working at a job they hate, and competing for titles, roles and materialistic things in life, based on...
View Article8 Books to Get Your Mind Right for a Transition from a 9-5 to Entrepreneurship
Sometimes I consider myself an accidental entrepreneur. Seriously, I never dreamed about owning a business or living a location independent lifestyle. I was simply frustrated with the 9-5 grind and...
View ArticleAvoid these 5 Mistakes Before Quitting Your Job to Start Your Own Business
In 2015, I had the pleasure of interviewing Rushion McDonald, the brand architect behind Steve Harvey’s multi-million dollar empire. I asked him what was the biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when...
View Article7 Prince Quotes Inspiring You To Live By Your Own Rules
The death of style and musical icon, Prince Rogers Nelson, left millions of people around the world in complete shock. But immediately after I learned of his death, I thought about his legacy. Prince,...
View ArticleHow to Stop Beating Yourself Up Over Mistakes
Hello, my name is Kandia. I’m flawed. I make mistakes and I plan to make more of them. And you should too. Here’s why…..Personally, making mistakes have helped me to become a better friend, family...
View Article8 Ways to Create a Life on Your Own Terms
Nowadays, thanks to social media, it’s easy to fall in “love” with someone’s perfectly curated lives. Next thing you know you’re pursuing a business or career opportunity based on someone else’s...
View Article6 Personal Brand Marketing Strategies You Can Steal from Beyonce’s #Lemonade
A woman fed up or a badass marketing genius? These were the thoughts that immediately came to my mind after I listened to Beyonce’s latest visual album—Lemonade. First song up on the album: “Pray You...
View Article4 Remarkable Ways to Stand Out in Your Career
Over the last 45 days, articles about lil ol me have landed on the websites of 3 kick ass women in business, and I couldn’t be more proud of myself. via GIPHY First, Amanda Littlejohn, an award-winning...
View Article4 Simple Ways to Get More Followers on Instagram
I’ve been slightly addicted to Instagram for a while now. But beyond lovingly stalking some of my favorite travel, motivation, and food accounts, the photo-sharing app has helped me attract new...
View ArticleMeet Me at the Powerful Women’s Weekend |Detroit, June 25-26
Join me on June 25 & 26, at the Powerful Women’s Weekend event in Detroit. I love sharing my journey from employee to entrepreneur in hopes that it will inspire someone to go after their dreams. So...
View ArticleWhy It’s Okay To Be A Quitter
Who said, “Winners Never Quit, Quitters never win?” Lies. All lies, I tell y’all. Sometimes, saying ” I Quit” can take your life to unimaginable levels. When I look back over my journey to becoming all...
View Article#SquadGoals: 5 Types of Mentors Everyone Needs to Succeed
When it comes to achieving success, sometimes we’re too quick to give up. We can allow things like setbacks, fear, loneliness, ego, and false expectations stop us from reaching our goals. But, with the...
View ArticleRule Breakers We Love: Kerry Washington Talks Getting Rid of Toxicity in Her...
I haven’t done a “Rule Breakers We Love” post in a while. But when I came across a video featuring Kerry Washington chatting with Oprah about getting rid of toxicity in her personal life, it pulled on...
View ArticleIt’s Time to Stop Saying: “I Want to Start My Own______But Everybody’s Doing it”
“I want to launch my own (fill in the blank) _____________ “but everybody’s doing it.” I would love to tell people about my expertise in ___________________ “but everybody’s doing it.” Sound...
View Article4 Common Mistakes Career Changers Make and How to Avoid Them
In case you haven’t noticed, there’s an increasing number of people changing careers. Last year, Americans switched careers at the fastest rate in a decade; according to an analysis of U.S. Census data...
View Article5 Ways to Promote Your Brand Like a Celeb
Listen, nowadays, there’s no better person to promote who you are and what you do—than you. Take it from Kevin Hart and DJ Khaled, both are worth millions, but they are the sole drivers behind their...
View ArticleBefore You Quit: 30 Things to Consider Before Taking the Leap From Employee...
One of the most common questions that I get asked is: “I’m ready to quit my job, what should I be doing now to prepare to take the leap from employee to entrepreneur?” My canned response is always:...
View ArticleInstead of Branding, Can We Focus on These 4 Things ?
I’m tired of hearing the word “brand”. Which may come as a surprise to you since my business model is based on helping people turn their expertise into a marketable brand. But bear with me for a...
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