Bet On Yourself, Sis!

This is another episode to remind you to build your dream life! Don’t focus on finding your dream job. Do what you have been called to do and the rest will fall into place. That is a running theme in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, with Casaundra Freeman. Casaundra is a professional actor and director, and the founder of Work with Your Voice, a voiceover training program exclusively for Bla...

“We are human beings, not human doings!” This quote from Dr. Alicia Newsome really sets the tone for this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis! Dr. Alicia is an executive advisor, international speaker, bestselling author, and most importantly a functional medicine expert. And in this episode, I learn so much about myself. In this episode, we discuss the importance of health in leadership, the differen...

We got another Black Woman in Cannabis ya’ll! If you know her, you already know this will be a great conversation. But if you don’t know her, I’m super excited to introduce you to Lucille Verdé, your favorite stay at home stoner. Lucille is a cannabis entrepreneur and the owner of Canna Cape Cod, a unique bud and breakfast in DC.  In this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, Lucille shares her journe...

What does success mean to you? What does it look like? How does it smell? Don’t look at that business over there for an idea. Look inside and define it for yourself! That is one of the running themes in this episode of Bet on Yourself, Sis!, with Anna Deshawn. Anna is a social entrepreneur, storyteller, and community organizer, and together we discuss the important keys for Black Women Entrepreneu...

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 entrepre...

Finding a Black woman therapist isn’t easy. But, finding a queer, Black, woman therapist who is a good fit for your personal needs… feels like it is near impossible sometimes. But, don’t stop looking. Your person is out there! And, in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, Shervon Laurice gives us hope! Shervon is a psychotherapist turned transformational coach, and she emphasizes the importance o...

Stop thinking of feedback as a negative thing! It’s only data. Or, as Eboné Bell says, it’s an opportunity to learn new information. And she gives even more keys to business in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis! Eboné Bell is a Keynote Speaker & Voiceover Artist, and she shares her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the creation of Tagg Magazine and her commitment to serving the LGBTQ+ c...

Welcome back to a new season of Bet On Yourself, Sis! I'm your host, Jasmine Gary aka Pink Lady (she/her), and I am thrilled for this season! We had more queer women and more women cannabis, just like I wanted! So, I hope you're ready, because new episodes start to drop on April 8th. In the meantime, message me on IG and let me know your favorite episode so far! Don't forget to RATE th...

Happy New Year! And welcome to the season finale of Bet On Yourself, Sis! Today, I reflect on the first season of this podcast and express my gratitude to you, my audience and every guest. I also emphasize the importance of community engagement and mental health advocacy, highlighting episodes that can serve as resources for finding therapists and mental health professionals. This episode serves a...

December was Mental Health Month here on Bet On Yourself, Sis! That was not done on purpose, but wow was it purposeful! This month I spoke to three different therapists and had three completely different conversations, but the one thing that stood out in every conversation was the power of authenticity! So let this be your reminder to BE YOURSELF and allow everything else to fall into place! And t...

Let's be real. When you think of intimacy, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Sex. Right? But intimacy is so much more and goes so much deeper than that. It's about human connection. And, let's be even more real, we could all use a little more connection these days! That is why I'm excited to share this conversation with therapist and yogi, Derdine Brown. In this episod...

You never know the impact you will have on others. That’s why it’s so important to show up as your full self. So that you can be a possibility model for not only your peers, but the generations after you. And this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis! is a real-life example of just that! Shirlz Rejouis and I have a heartfelt conversation about our experiences in the podcasting industry, the importance...

Why is wellness so important in entrepreneurship? I mean, it's important in life, period! But it is especially important for entrepreneurs to prevent burnout and increase creativity. So shout out to today's guest Rose James, yoga teacher and wellness entrepreneur, for reminding us to take care of ourselves! In this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, Rose shares her journey from teaching a f...

In case you were wondering, Black Women Entrepreneurs come first here at Bet On Yourself, Sis! And throughout this episode, that sentiment rings true! Today I sit down with Faybeon Mickens, award-winning audio marketing creative with over fifteen years of experience in digital marketing, and owner of FM Digital LLC, an audio, visual, and experiential marketing firm specializing in digital marketin...

How often do you reflect on the progress you've made? Sometimes it feels like we are stuck, like we haven't gotten anywhere in all the time we've been working on the thing! But, when you reflect on your journey, it helps you to acknowledge your growth and continue to strive for more. And, this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis! is all about progress and growth. In this episode, I talk to...

Hey ya’ll Pink Lady here to let you know that Bet On Yourself, Sis! is taking a break! I believe in rest! And, I put my money where mouth is. So I want to show you that, yes, consistency is important, but taking time for yourself is more important! And that is what I'm doing. :) Bet On Yourself Sis! will be back next Wednesday, October 22nd. Be sure to subscribe and follow to be notified!

My number one message for listeners of this podcast is that you can build the life you want! You are not stuck, even if you feel that way. And, in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, that sentiment is repeated over and over. Changing your life can be messy. It can feel crappy. But, all of that will be worth it when you step into the life of your dreams. Today I sit down with Erin Pompa and she...

If you've ever thought about not being yourself, please take this as a sign to just BE YOURSELF! In this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, I chat with Pam Brown, owner of Down 4 Paws Dog Training, based in Norwood, MA. Pam is a certified dog trainer, animal communicator, and psychic medium, and today she talks all about how she owned and honed her gifts to become successful in her business. Pa...

What does it mean to live a holistic lifestyle? It means to think of yourself as a whole person and recognize that everything in your life, everything in this world is connected. And, in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, my guest Fatima Mathews dives deeper into this concept. Fatima is a Holistic Lifestyle curator, and she helps people of color develop lifestyles that prioritize physical, emo...

"Chew the meat and spit out the bones!" If you don't get anything else from this episode, take this advice from Brittney Lee! Take what you need from every situation and let go of the rest. Brittany Lee is a fitness coach and yoga teacher, and she is one of my favorite people to have these "professional" conversations with. She keeps it all the way real and always has a great a...

Today I'm chatting with my cousin-sister ya'll! Amber Sims is an overall creative entrepreneur and she does it all! She is the owner and creator of All Things Good Catering, and she is a new author of the book, When the Heart Breaks the Soul Blooms: A Journey of Motherhood, Renewal, and Love After Loss. And, in this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, she shares her inspiring journey into en...

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 compa...

My favorite question to ask guests on Bet On Yourself, Sis! is, "what does being an entrepreneur mean to you?" And I get so many different answers. To many of us entrepreneurship means freedom and getting to choose the work we do. To some it means being bold and brave enough to create something new. And to others it means building the life they want to live. In this BONUS episode of Bet On...

Why do so many Black women entrepreneurs have problems raising their prices, and sometimes even charging at all? We feel like the communities we want to serve can't afford it. Or, we don't think anyone will buy from us if our prices are too high. But, these are the lies we tell ourselves to keep us from succeeding. The truth is that we have poured so much into our businesses. We've pai...

What is the difference between confidence and ego? I think many of us get it confused, especially in the entrepreneurial space. But today's guest explains the difference in a way that really resonated with me and I'm so excited to share it with you! In this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, I chat with Deandra Raquel Bacon aka Raq and we dive into confidence, confidence, confidence! Raq is...