Mogul Chix® Chat Podcast

We have what it takes to be the boss. We're building amazing companies and making power moves that are setting up our future generations for wealth. Yet we are vulnerable as Moms in this society. We work to get parity with our counterparts. In short, we are drained at times. In a world that's fighting so har to eliminate "woke" and refuse to acknowledge diversity, we find ourselves exhausted but s...

Yes, Mary J. Blige in collaboration with Giuseppe Zanotti launched a boot for $1,300. Some people are complaining about the price and are calling for her to release a lower priced one. But is that fair? I learned a long time ago that the price is the price but terms are negotiable. While I am sympathetic to the world and economy we live in. everything ain't for everybody. If there is value in some...

With the democratization of platforms the good and bad thing is anyone can launch one. It doesn't mean everyone's message is positive. We as women have a responsibility to uplift, inspire and educate. We have a responsibility to honor and tell our stories. So many people fumble that opportunity by degrading adn spreading negative energy.. You can speak or show the facts without tearing down a segm...

When I started on this IP journey, my thinking and scope was so limited. I had a lot of assumptions that had me afraid to work my numbers or go for opportunities. I thought about what it would be like to actually really own Mogul Chix® and the power that it gave me to create new long term opportunities for my company. People used to ask me if I was licensing out anything. I always said no. I had t...

On Facebook, I posted about Women of Color & access to capital, & it got lot's of like's comments & views. Clearly this is a conversation that needs to be had. People often lament about there not being any viable capital resources for Women of Color and how we can't get into those rooms. But you've seen Mogul Chix® Academy, right? This is not a new conversation. There ARE resources to...

Beyonce is coming out with a new Haircare Line! And it's got people talking. It seems a lot of people, fans and non-fans are confused about this. The general consensus is she is not known for haircare. But it opens up a deeper conversation. Will consumers buy for name recognition or is your personal story behind the brand what attracts them? Well we're all not Beyonce so we don't have a built in a...

I made a post on social media the other day. I said “If you can’t take a 2 week vacation and be off the grid and the business can still run smoothly, you have a leverage problem. If you are not looking to build a company that is independent of you, this episode is not for you.    I have been stressing since forever the power of building a team. Most times I get favorable responses, but every now a...

Whether you're a starter or a veteran entrepreneur, we all experience bouts of imposter syndrome. But more often than not, it's a result of someone else's words, not what we tell ourselves. As women we have to recondition our minds to not let other people's perceptions, labels or words hold our minds hostage. Stand proud and firm in your value and know what you bring to the table.

No one woman can be an island unto herself…or however the saying goes. Let me just say if you are not looking to build a company that is independent of you, this episode is not for you.    It’s OK to be the little fish and play small, for a little while. But if you’re listening to this, I get the feeling you’re ready to play bigger. When you’re looking to build generational wealth, a company that...

You know the old saying. “Everything ain’t for everybody”. Well that’s true. Now a lot of people may not want to hear that, but it’s the facts. As you grow your company and become more mature as a CEO, you start to realize that you cannot serve everyone. And by the same token everyone isn’t meant to come along with you on your journey. So it’s not just about the business and clients.    So many of...

In a world full of carefully curated, PR driven fake social media driven images, be authentically you.  There is so much pressure on these internet streets to look and play the part. I'm here to tell you that being authentically YOU is enough. People are shifting from the glitz and glam of the dream life and outcomes in favor of real talk from people they'll be trusting to deliver results to them....

In life and business you have to be discerning about who you let in your orbit. You’re taught from an early age who and who not to trust. For some people, as you get into business, it’s easy to want to befriend everyone. But you quickly learn based on how high you fly who’s there for you, who’s not, and who’s just there for access.   You have to be discerning with your circle. And a lot of times,...

How many times have you put out some great news or something exciting on social media, only to have some negative people start dogging your post? The world is full of negative people. But you can't let those people stop your flow. There will always be naysayers and detractors who just always want to have something to say. But unless and until they know you, have all the facts, and can come with so...

How many times have you had a client come to you asking to make long term payment arrangements because they feel your price is too high? You end up giving them terms of 12-18 months on something that takes you about 3-6 months to deliver. I used to do that. While most people pay diligently, some people ghost you after a few months! That's when I decided I'm not in the finance business and turned t...

Being a CEO is a privilege as much as it is a responsibility. People often conflate "business owner" with "CEO. Too many folks out there assigning the title of CEO when you aren't ready to be an effective CEO. Just because you own or lead a business doesn't make you a CEO.  I'm here to help you transition into a full CEO. And when you do, there's a lot that goes into it, including building the rig...

Building wealth isn't just about having money. There are stages you must go through in order to reach true wealth. But before you can get to true wealth, you have to define what true wealth looks like for you. What is the end goal? What are you willing to do to get there? What sacrifices are you going to have to make? What education, skills or training do you need? How will you know when you get t...

When you're a successful entrepreneur, you're on top of the world. But often times, there's an ego thing that comes with it that can affect your relationship if it wasn't already solid. Many times women are taught they don't need a man/partner to be successful. And a lot of times some of you take it to the extreme. That being the boss filters into the relationship and turmoil can erupt. You CAN be...

Things change. People change. Situations change. As a business owner, you should never remain stagnant. Growth is integral to success. And if you're afraid of growing, especially if you're worried about what others think, you'll remain mediocre and stagnant. Nobody wants that.   I think it’s fitting to close out the old year by giving you a much needed heart-felt message. I usually ask you to ask...

How are you finding your best talent? Often times business owners will settle for what they can get instead of going for top talent. There are a few reasons for that. In today's episode I'll be talking about 3 main issues actually KEEPING you from finding your top talent. It really doesn't have to be that hard, if you just get out of your own way.  Need help? I have a class coming up next month or...

Growing a company is not a cake walk. Sure, there are some people who make it look easy, and at some levels it is. But as you start making bigger goals and envisioning more success, things get tougher, decisions get more complicated, and you have to evolve at each level in business. Not necessarily in a bad way though.   Well you shouldn’t let that scare you. In fact, I want you to embrace it all...

Most of my life I relied on me. I didn't ask because people didn't offer. I was raised to never ask anyone for anything. And somehow, I became the person everyone went to to ask for advice, favors, help. I gave so much because I never wanted people to feel like I was untouchable. I had not yet learned boundaries. Because I had few boundaries, people took advantage. I positioned myself as a giver,...

When you started a business, you threw yourself in head first, determined to make it work. After a while, you look up and realize your business has exploded...in a good way. Now, panic set in because you're overwhelmed and have limited you capacity to service clients. This would be a great time to start planning your team. Well, having a Staffing Plan in place would have allowed you to get ahead o...

In the beginning, it may look like you’re saving money by hiring a contractor. But over time, contractors cost way more than employees. There’s a mindset that hiring a contractor will save money. That's not the case in most situations. Small businesses may feel that contractors are the best solution, but it's a temporary one at best. And if done incorrectly, can cost you lots of money if the IRS c...

Believe it or not, there is an art to networking and the secret ingredient is relationship building. Let's talk about how to network strategically so you can leverage those relationships to generate more revenue. 

Networking CAN'T be business as usual. A lot of people are caught up in Facebook Groups, Linked In Groups, etc, and experiencing that as "real networking". It's not. Not 100% anyway. Covid shut down all in person contact, forcing us to rely on Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Google Meet to come together, While the online world most times leads to real life (in person) collaborations, most people have gr...