Black women have been excellent in business for years but only recently have industries begun the slow shift to welcoming us as we climb the ranks. Bonita Stewart, Vice President of Global Partnerships at Google is one woman who has - as she ca

The Real Cost of Entrepreneurship

Sep 16th, 2020 47m 41s

We love when we get to dig into the stories of Black women who’ve demanded fair pay since...childhood and built thriving businesses serving their community from scratch. That’s right, childhood. Today’s guest, Sherrell Dorsey (@sherrell_dorsey)

How To Turn Any Obstacle Into Opportunity

Sep 9th, 2020 37m 4s

No matter what our career goals may be, we all strive for one thing - success! On today’s special episode of UnBossed, Monika Johnson - the Associate Vice President of Nationwide Financial, and Patrice Washington - Personal Finance Expert, each

There Is Dignity In ALL Work

Sep 2nd, 2020 35m 11s

Whether you bus tables at a local restaurant or sit amongst the most influential policymakers in the nation, who you are matters. The work that you do matters. An incredible reminder of this truth is Massachusetts Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley

We Don’t Have To Take What We’re Given

Aug 20th, 2020 30m 9s

Working harder and “leaning in” is simply not enough for US to earn the paychecks we deserve. This week, UnBossed is graced by the presence of Minda Harts (@mindaharts), author of the best-selling book, “The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Kn

Pay Me What You Owe Me!

Aug 13th, 2020 36m 8s

August 13, 2020 is Black Women's Equal Pay Day. We’ve armed ourselves with the education, experience, and energy to break glass ceilings and now it’s time our paychecks and growth track in our careers reflect as much—no excuses, no delays, no h

Mentorship is More Than A Buzzword, It's A Lifeline

Jul 30th, 2020 57m 37s

“Lift as you climb” are to live and work by. For Black women in the workplace, having mentors to reach out to is crucial. It is indeed a key ingredient for personal success. This week’s guests Vicki Chancellor,President of McDonald’s Operator’s

How To Thrive In A “Dead” Industry Without Selling Your Soul

Jul 16th, 2020 50m 22s

Those who excel in life rarely do so by playing it safe. The same can be said for Noëlle Santos (@1st.noelle), the 33-year-old proprietress of the only bookstore in The Bronx, a community of over 1 million people. On this episode, Noëlle breaks

A Successful Career in Advocacy Is Possible with the Right Moves

Jul 9th, 2020 44m 46s

Very rarely do most consider that advocacy work can be a full 9 to 5 career choice. Janaye Ingram, Airbnb’s Director of National Partnerships knows better than anyone that her commitment to community and advocacy work is more than simply servin

How Do You Keep Your Business Afloat During A Crisis?

Jul 2nd, 2020 35m 17s

The COVID-19 pandemic has shuttered many a business since it influenced a nationwide shutdown in March 2019. It’s struck fear in the heart’s of small business owners whether they’re brand new or have been open for a long time. Melba’s Restauran

You Don’t Always Need Investor Dollars To Start Your Business

Jun 17th, 2020 1h 22m

Are investments the best or easiest way to start a business? It's debatable. What's certain is that with the right preparation, planning, and love from your community you can build a thriving business. Just ask Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon (@drkeyhallm

Stop Apologizing For Monetizing Your Work!

Jun 11th, 2020 1h 16m

A business isn’t successful if it isn’t profitable and too often women fear how they will be perceived if they ask for what their time and efforts are worth. But as this week’s guest, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche (@thebudgetnista) says, “th

Play Your Position To Get Your Recognition

Jun 3rd, 2020 55m 7s

The greats aren’t the greats because they played it safe. They mastered their craft and became known for their mastery, much like this week’s guest, Jermaine Dupri (@jermainedupri). In this episode, the hitmaker producer gives real life anecdot

Starting From The Bottom Still Deserves A Living Wage

May 21st, 2020 44m 23s

For ages, we’ve accepted that to start from the bottom means to accept well beneath the pay you are worth.This week’s guest, Lauren Simmons (@lasimmons), is making it her mission to shed some light on financial best practices for young women. A

Money Decisions + Family Business, How Do You Make It Work?

May 6th, 2020 50m 43s

We’re inundated with information about taking care of our personal finances but what can financial health look like for couples? Should couples use joint accounts? Should they keep their money separate? Who pays the bills? How much should a cou

When You Know Your Value, You'll Find Success In Spades

May 5th, 2020 1h 9m

Building a career worthy of respect takes equal parts knowing your value and forging relationships with the right people. So, how do you know you’re making the right decisions and connecting with the right people? How do you make sure you’re va

The Cannabis Industry Isn’t An Immediate Cash-Out Game

Apr 20th, 2020 57m 29s

It’s safe to say that most of the cannabis spaces that have opened up since its legalization are lacking two things: Melanin and patience. Conferences, VC funders, promoted businesses are all unequivocally white while Black cannabis entrepreneu

Best Friends CAN Be Great Business Partners

Apr 17th, 2020 26m 1s

Working with your friends can either be the worst thing you’ve ever done or the best decision you’ve ever made. Fortunately, for actress and dynamic entrepreneur Keisha Knight Pulliam (@keshiaknightpulliam) and businesswoman extraordinaire, Ari

Losing Everything Doesn’t Mean You’re Not Cut Out To Own A Business

Apr 8th, 2020 30m 44s

What do you do when you experience a setback that you never saw coming?Today’s guest, Pinky Cole, knows all too well what it means to start over and literally rise from the ashes. She started with a small Jamaican American fusion restaurant in

Great Entrepreneurs Don’t Just Make Money, They Serve A Need

Mar 26th, 2020 17m 5s

For years in entertainment, Blackness was an afterthought and actors had to make do with stylists who were ill-equipped to style, let alone maintain the health of their hair. Enter 3rd-generation hairstylist and all-around badass businesswoman,

What Should Be The Biggest Difference Between You And Everyone Else In The Room? Excellence.

Mar 11th, 2020 39m 20s

Dia Simms is the former President of Combs Wine and Spirits, where she oversaw the execution of all Cîroc Ultra Premium Vodka, DeLeón [DE LAY-ON] Tequila and spirits innovation projects for the company. Under Dia’s leadership - the company expe

There Are No Limits When We Own Our Own!

Feb 26th, 2020 32m 23s

Impacting culture has to extend beyond the immediate. No one has done this better than Percy Miller aka Master P who is the founder of No Limit Records and P. Miller Enterprises. He’s an entrepreneur, a former basketball player, and rapper and

If They Don't Know You Personally, Don't Take It Personal

Feb 20th, 2020 31m

If you've ever wondered how exactly to respond to naysayers when your star is on the rise, this episode is for you. The legend, Mona Scott Young has been in the entertainment game a LONG time and has seen and accomplished A LOT due to a diverse

Shoestring Budgets Still Make Dreams Happen

Feb 12th, 2020 53m 26s

In the Digital Age, there is very little we can’t find, learn, or create with just the click of a button. Yet, very many of us still suffer from the fear that our dreams are limited to what the opportunities that the gatekeepers give us. If you

How To Beat “Numbers” Impostor Syndrome As A Young Entrepreneur

Jan 29th, 2020 42m 6s

Is fear causing you to avoid all things budgets, balance sheets, and bookkeeping for your business? Do you think the numbers might somehow prove you’re not meant to run a business? If that sounds familiar then you definitely need to hear Trinit