My podcasting bestie is here today and she has a lot to say! Dr. Nicole Young-Martin is a creative professional, writer, producer, podcaster and much more! And, in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, we discuss what it's like to create your own legacy through entrepreneurship and community.

Have you ever thought about the legacy you're leaving behind? When you're working for a company or organization, your focus is on their community culture and goals. But as an entrepreneur, you get to choose your own. You get to decide what you want to be known for.

In this episode, Dr. Nicole shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the challenges and triumphs of freelancing, the importance of community, and the significance of identity in branding and business. She emphasizes the need for balance, the power of saying no, and the value of continuous learning. Dr. Nicole also reflects on her experiences in academia and the evolving landscape of higher education, particularly regarding DEI initiatives. And, she gives us a bunch of Queer Black Women Entrepreneurs that we can follow and support.

We talk:

11:37 - The power of saying so

20:33 - Community-centric business models

33:22 - Building community and personal branding

38:02 - Navigating the "expert" label and its challenges

50:44 - Balancing freelance work and personal identity

57:16 - Planning for change and transitioning in business

Episode References:

Danielle Moodie

Black Women Taught Us - Book by Dr. Jenn M. Jackson

Dr. Jenn M Jackson

Private Coaching for Creative Professionals - Michelle May

Musique Noire

Erin Pompa

Black and Published Podcast

Nerdacity Podcast with DuEwa Frazier

Reed, Write, and Create

Joy Ann Reid

Don Lemon

Melissa Harris Perry

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