Soft Girl Era

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce unpacks the hidden dangers of the Strong Black Woman myth and how it impacts mental health, especially for high-achieving Black women. Drawing on powerful research and lived experiences, she explores how centering Black identity, prioritizing rest, and embracing emotional honesty can break cycles of depression and depletion. Learn actionable steps to reject harmful na...

In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Olivia Fields to unpack the real barriers Black women face in entrepreneurship: systemic bias, lack of access to capital, and the myth that more training is the answer. Discover how Black women are leading globally in business creation, yet still face institutional obstacles at the critical stage between revenue and scale. Through power...

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of choosing softness as strength and the freedom to reinvent yourself beyond what the world expects. LeAnne Dolce unpacks how healing, setting boundaries, and embracing rest are acts of radical self-care—especially for Black women carrying the weight of community, family, and professional demands. Discover inspiring stories of quiet reinvention,...

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce dives deep into the message that life is a one-time gift—too precious to waste on doubts and expectations that aren’t your own. Inspired by Jessicah Gatlin’s wisdom, we explore how to break free from people-pleasing, release the roles that no longer serve us, and redefine strength through softness, boundaries, and radical self-love. You’ll hear actionable steps to cha...

In this episode, we dive into the powerful lessons inspired by Valerie Macey on what it truly means to build, scale, and demand what you deserve as a Black woman entrepreneur. We unpack the realities behind global entrepreneurship rates, the barriers to capital, and the systems that claim to support but often exclude Black women. Discover why your unique story and resilience are your greatest asse...

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of reclaiming your divine worth and inner power, inspired by the wisdom of Crystal Johnson. Discover how your journey, with all its pivots and imperfections, is seen and guided by the Divine. Through stories of resilience, self-mastery, and radical softness, you'll be reminded that you are loved and seen exactly as you are. Join us as we unlearn...

In this episode, we challenge the narrative that Black women entrepreneurs need more training to succeed and spotlight the real barriers—systemic bias, lack of access to capital, and exclusion from strategic networks. Inspired by Keena Harrien’s truth-telling, we unpack why so many Black women-led businesses get stuck in the “sticky middle,” generating revenue but unable to scale. We explore the r...

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of self-love and the necessity of setting boundaries. Through powerful stories and real-life examples, we explore how loving yourself enough to say no, cultivating boundaries as gardens for growth, and standing firm in your worth can create space for true healing and thriving. Tune in for practical steps to reclaim your peace, protect you...

In this episode of The Soft Girl Era, we uncover the transformative power of release and forgiveness as a strategy for reclaiming peace and building your empire. Inspired by the work of Hope B., we challenge the myths around strength and survival, exploring how praying for those who hurt you can break spiritual ties, free your energy, and unlock new levels of joy, rest, and wealth. Discover how su...

In this episode, we spotlight the transformative impact of respect, access, and capital for Black women entrepreneurs, inspired by the visionary work of Peaches Wiley. Discover the realities behind the celebrated narrative of entrepreneurship, the barriers Black women face in scaling their businesses, and why the solution isn’t more training—but genuine access to resources and networks. Learn how...

In this episode, we spotlight Jane Bangura’s groundbreaking work dismantling barriers for Black women entrepreneurs across continents. Discover why so many Black women-led businesses get stuck in the “sticky middle”—proven revenue but blocked from capital and networks—and how Jane’s Revenue to Access to Scale pipeline offers a new path forward. Through powerful stories and actionable strategies, l...

In this episode, we sit down with visionary leader Nishia Dennis to explore how embracing softness and vulnerability can become the ultimate entrepreneurial superpower. Discover why protecting your pretty heart is not a weakness, but a strategy for building authentic networks, setting compassionate boundaries, and scaling your business in the face of systemic barriers. Learn practical insights on...

This episode addresses the importance of having the right resources and information before embarking on meaningful conversations about healing, boundaries, and empowerment. We discuss the necessity of transparency, credible sources, and authentic stories in creating impactful content that truly honors the experiences of Black women. Tune in as we reflect on the value of preparation and integrity i...

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Victoria Denmark to explore what it really means to move beyond survival mode and reclaim your identity. Discover how persistence, authenticity, and turning challenges into power can reveal the woman you’ve always been. Through stories of transformation and practical steps, learn how to drop the cape, set boundaries, and embrace softness as your greates...

In this episode, we sit down with Carla Dioume to explore what it truly means to survive—and thrive—when life puts you in impossible situations. Carla shares her powerful journey through paralysis, loss, and the daily battles that test faith and resilience. Discover how embracing softness, faith, and community can transform survival into a living testimony and a legacy of hope. If you’re tired of...

In this episode, we dive into the barriers Black women entrepreneurs face when scaling their businesses, challenging the myth that resilience and bootstrapping are enough. Inspired by Char Edwards, we examine how institutional readiness—access to capital, networks, and respect—is the missing link for true economic power. Discover how The Key Network and The Hidden 10 Framework are shifting the nar...

Join us as we explore how Ruby Smith embodies softness in action, sharing her journey from survival mode to living with intention and vulnerability. Discover Ruby’s insights on cultivating self-compassion, building supportive communities, and redefining strength through gentleness. With inspiring case studies and practical wisdom, this episode offers a roadmap for Black women seeking to honor thei...

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce guides you through the journey from survival mode to thriving in your Soft Girl Era. Inspired by the resilience and self-love of Johna Hawk, discover how breaking free from overcompensation, embracing unapologetic self-love, and believing in your own possibilities can transform your life. Learn practical steps to set boundaries, honor your worth, and build the life yo...

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how trust-based funding and holistic support are transforming the entrepreneurial journey for Black founders. Inspired by Shawna Robinson’s work at Camelback Ventures, discover how investing in the whole person—not just the business—leads to sustainable impact, community, and lasting change. Learn why rest, boundaries, and support are essential for thriving,...

In this episode, we dive into the revolutionary idea that softness is not a weakness, but a powerful strategy for Black women entrepreneurs. Inspired by Janetta Leadford’s work empowering African women-led businesses, we explore how rest, boundaries, and honoring your humanity can lead to sustainable success and true wealth. Discover how rejecting grind culture and embracing softness can sharpen y...

In this episode, we explore how embracing our vulnerabilities and lived experiences—especially those shaped by trauma, mental health challenges, and systemic barriers—can become our greatest assets in driving community change. Inspired by the work of Lacrecia Foy-Jackson, we discuss the power of holding space, centering care, and amplifying the voices of those closest to the pain. Discover how lea...

In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Jomeca Hawkins to explore how trauma can become the driving force behind entrepreneurial success. Discover how pain, loss, and adversity can be transformed into resilience, vision, and unstoppable determination. Learn the power of owning your story, beating the odds, and building your dreams while healing in real time. This is your invi...

In this episode, we sit down with Bridget Banks to explore how burnout can become a catalyst for transformation, not defeat. Discover how unapologetic boundaries, intentional support networks, and radical self-care can turn exhaustion into empowerment. Through real stories of Black women who reclaimed their peace and redefined success, we reveal why softness is a revolutionary act and how prioriti...

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Shaffona Morgan to explore how God transforms brokenness into unbreakable strength. Through Shaffona’s powerful story of redemption—from youth incarceration to community leader—you’ll discover how surrendering your pain can lead to a firmer foundation and a thriving Soft Girl Era. Learn the three truths to move from survival to thriving, and how your he...

In this episode, we explore the journey from survival mode to true healing, inspired by the transformative story of rebuilding after trauma. Discover why the strength we’ve been taught to celebrate can sometimes hold us back, and how embracing softness, setting boundaries, and honoring your own needs are essential steps toward wholeness. We discuss the power of faith that makes space for every emo...