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Today in the guest chair, we have Jamila Souffrant. Jamila is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), podcaster, writer, and the founder of JourneytoLaunch.com where she shares her journey to reach Financial Independence while helping others do the same. Jamila and her husband saved $169,000 in two years and are debt free besides their mortgage. She is also a mother of three small children and lives in NYC! Her quitting her job to work for herself was made possible, not by monetizing her side hustle, but by SAVING. On today’s episode, Jamila shares: How she and her husband were able to save $169,000 in two years Her approach to the financial independence (FI) movement How she developed and stuck to a budget (without being super frugal) How optimizing her finances helped her to take her leap into entrepreneurship And more! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher Thank you to our amazing sponsors:Get two months of unlimited access to Skillshare for FREE. To sign up, go to Skillshare.com/sidehustlepro Links mentioned in this episode Podcast Moguls Journey To Launch Acuity The Life Coach School podcast JourneyToLaunch.com/LaunchClub Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Journey to Launch - @JourneyToLaunch Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s episode, I’m jumping into the guest chair with an update on what I’ve been working on behind the scenes of the podcast. Find out what went well for me in Q1 2019, what didn’t go so well, and what I’m focused on for Q2. As evidenced by the title, this quote attributed to the late Nipsey Hussle has affected me deeply, and I'm determined to do my part. Rest in Power Nipsey. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher Thank you to our amazing sponsor: Check out Grammarly so you too can type with confidence. Go to Grammarly.com/sidehustle to get 20% off your Grammarly premium account today. Links mentioned in this episode Podcast Moguls (NEXT MASTERCLASS is APRIL 18—DON’T MISS IT!! REGISTER HERE) Goal Getter Action Plan Some of my Podcast Moguls students: Trill MBA Show Game of Grow The Glow Up Podcast by Lene Hypolite Stacks and the City She’s Got Drive Sisters in Loss Coin Gamma The Research Her My 2019 Speaking Engagements Caribbean Startup Summit (May 24-25, Barbados) Summit 21 Conference (June 7-8, ATLANTA) Woman Evolve Conference (July 12-13, Denver, CO) Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s episode, I’m jumping into the guest chair along with my husband Muoyo Okome and we are talking about The Okome Family Hustle! Hear how we both went from being side hustlers to full-time entrepreneurs (him as an app developer and me as a full-time podcaster). Plus, hear how we met, about our experiences getting our MBA (him at Wharton and me at Michigan) and working in corporate, how we juggled love and life, and how we supported each other through the ups and downs on the path to entrepreneurship. Then find out what we talk about the most and what we at preparing for next! If you want to hear more from Muoyo, subscribe to the Game of Grow Podcast (“the most dangerous business podcast in the world”). Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher Thank you to our amazing sponsors:Get two months of unlimited access to Skillshare for FREE. To sign up, go to Skillshare.com/sidehustlepro Check out Grammarly so you too can type with confidence. Go to Grammarly.com/sidehustle to get 20% off your Grammarly premium account today. Links mentioned in this episode Game of Grow Podcast Moguls Management Leadership for Tomorrow Consortium for Graduate Study in Management (CGSM) Goal Getter Action Plan Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Game of Grow - @gameofgrow Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the guest chair we have Kendra Barnes. At the time of this recording, Kendra was an Economist by day and Real Estate Investor by night. Kendra is now a full-time Real Estate Investor and Founder of The Key Resource. Her real estate investments afforded her the ability to retire from the 9-5 life at the age of 32! She created The Key Resource to inspire, empower and educate people about the power of home ownership and Real Estate investment. She currently owns and manages 4 properties (8 rental units total). Her key message to anyone looking to buy a home or a rental property is: “You don’t have hit the lottery or be left an inheritance to buy property. You can start with what you have right now. You are worthy of wealth.” On today’s episode, we get into: What inspired her to get into real estate The mistakes she and her husband made when purchasing their first property The risky move they took to make their down payment The “house hacking” technique that allows you to save a huge amount on your down payment And so much more! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Gusto offers modern, easy payroll, benefits, and HR to small businesses across the country. Sign up and give it a try at Gusto.com/shp. Links mentioned in this episode The Key Resource Zapier Think and Grow Rich book Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info The Key Resource - @thekeyresource Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the guest chair we have Denise Woodard, the Founder of Partake Foods. Partake Foods provides meals and snacks that are delicious, safe and nutritious for conscious eaters. They are free of gluten, the top 8 allergens, and artificial ingredients. Made with real foods like sprouted grains, fruits, and vegetables, Partake products give peace-of-mind to those with dietary restrictions and simple enjoyment to those without. In June 2017, Partake debuted three flavors of mini cookies to independent, natural food stores in the Northeast. Distribution has now grown to include Whole Foods, Wegmans, and over 150 other retailers, as well as Amazon and the Partake Foods website. Partake Foods has even been featured by People, Reader’s Digest, and Babble. Denise was a member of the 2017 Cohort of Project Entrepreneur and Fall 2018 class of the Chobani Incubator, as well as the winner of the 2018 SheKnows Media BlogHer pitch competition and the 2017 Google “Black Founders” program. Prior to launching Partake Foods, Denise spent the past 12 years in consumer packaged goods at various Fortune 100 companies. Most recently, she held the title of Director, National Sales in Coca-Cola’s Venturing & Emerging Brands division. On today’s episode, we get into: Why Denise is so passionate about gluten and allergen-free food How she, a non-baker, was able to start a cookie and snack brand The pivotal point when she made the decision to leave Coke to pursue Partake full time, and so much more Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Gusto offers modern, easy payroll, benefits, and HR to small businesses across the country. Sign up and give it a try at Gusto.com/shp. Links mentioned in this episode Partake Foods Unfinished Biz podcast Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Partake Foods - @PartakeFoods Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we have another Side Hustle Spotlight episode and in the guest chair, we have Danielle Mull, a soon to be graduate of Emory University School of Law and the Founder of Marked By Mull. Marked by Mull provides beautiful, high-quality jewelry that is as versatile as the women who wear it. Danielle founded Marked by Mull in June 2018 (yes, while in law school!), to give the everyday woman access to jewelry at affordable prices. To her, Marked By Mull is for women who are doing the inner work and still showing up with confidence and style. In today’s edition of Side Hustle Diaries, we will find out: How the heck Danielle is juggling law school with starting a business How she manages marketing, shipping, and customer service while being a student and a small business owner And how she plans to juggle her side hustle once she graduates law school Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher Thank you to our amazing sponsor: Gusto offers modern, easy payroll, benefits, and HR to small businesses across the country. Sign up and give it a try at Gusto.com/shp. Links mentioned in this episode Marked by Mull Canva Great Women of Business Podcast Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Marked by Mull - @MarkedbyMull Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the guest chair we have Khadijah "Kay" Polly, the owner and POPrietor of Kay’s Kettle Corn, a gourmet popcorn company based out of Houston, TX. In 2012, Khadijah started Kay’s Kettle Corn while working as a full-time corporate recruiter. She set the plan in motion to leave her job and take Kay’s Kettle corn to the next level. In October of 2014 she quit her job and it’s been POPPIN ever since. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher This episode is brought to you by: Try FreshBooks FREE for 30 days. Go to FreshBooks.com/sidehustlepro and enter SIDE HUSTLE PRO in the how did you hear about us section to get started. Skillshare is offering Side Hustle Pro listeners a limited time New Years offer of 2 months of Skillshare FREE. To sign up, go to Skillshare.com/sidehustlepro Links mentioned on this episode Kay’s Kettle Corn Rich Dad Poor Dad Small Business Administrations (search in your city) Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Kay’s Kettle Corn — @kayskettlecorn Side Hustle Pro — @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the guest chair we have Crystal Etienne, the CEO & Founder of PantyProp.After years of testing hundreds of prototypes, tweaking designs and being her own guinea pig, Crystal has perfected the exact equation of design, fit and most importantly, security behind each PantyProp underwear and swimsuit. Today, we’ll get into how she came up with the concept, how she produces PantyProp, and the lessons she’s learned as an entrepreneur thus far. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher This episode is brought to you by: Try FreshBooks FREE for 30 days. Go to FreshBooks.com/sidehustlepro and enter SIDE HUSTLE PRO in the how did you hear about us section to get started. Skillshare is offering Side Hustle Pro listeners a limited time New Years offer of 2 months of Skillshare FREE. To sign up, go to Skillshare.com/sidehustlepro Links mentioned on this episode PantyProp Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Panty Prop - @PantyProp Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the guest chair we have a new edition of Side Hustle Pro—Side Hustle Spotlights! We are talking to a certified side hustler who is still a side hustler and we are going to find out how and why she got started, how she’s making it work, and squeeze all types of advice out of her. Her name is Timika Downes, she is a Nurse, who is pursuing financial independence by saving over 50% of her income with a family in tow, and she started a 6 figure side hustle when she opened her Lice Treatment Clinic in Boston.  She treats all races, all textures of hair, in this clinic. She also fun fact, has a blog and Podcast about the FIRE movement (which we will talk about in this episode) and she is one of my Podcast Moguls students. So excited to have you Timika in the guest chair. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher This episode is brought to you by: Gusto. Gusto offers modern, easy payroll, benefits, and HR to small businesses across the country. Sign up and give it a try at Gusto.com/shp. Zola. To start your free wedding website and also get $50 off your registry, go toZOLA.com/sidehustle  Links mentioned on this episode The Reluctant Frugalist Pomodoro method Five Stars by Carmine Gallo Podcast Moguls Masterclass Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Reluctant Frugalist - @thereluctantfrugalist Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in the guest chair we have Adesola Olutola, better known as Addie, the Founder of D’IYANU, a ready-to-wear, African print clothing brand that is taking fashion by storm. Fun fact: If you have seen any of my recent appearances, you have probably seen me in an outfit from D’IYANU. Whether it’s the skirts or dresses, I love the stretch of the fabric and the vibrancy of the prints. On today’s episode, we will hear how Addie got started, how she differentiates her brand in a sea of competitors online, and how she is scaling her company. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher This episode is brought to you by: ZipRecruiter. Side Hustle Pro listeners can try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at ZipRecruiter.com/hustle. Skillshare. Get 2 months of Skillshare FREE. To sign up, go to Skillshare.com/sidehustlepro Links mentioned on this episode D’IYANU Master the Gram The E-Myth Revisited book Courtney Adeleye, The Mane Choice Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info D’IYANU - @diyanu Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro #SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.