The Shawanna Kennedy Experience

What happens when you've spent years being everything to everyone except yourself? Have you become so accustomed to being strong that you've forgotten how to simply be? In this powerful episode of You First , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Sparkle Bailey for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about what happens when women spend years carrying responsibilities, meeting exp...

You’re not burned out. You’re under-supported. And that difference? It changes everything. In this episode of The Shawanna Kennedy Experience – SEEN. Series , we break down what’s really behind your exhaustion as a CEO, founder, or nonprofit leader. It’s not your mission.  It’s not your work ethic.  It’s not your discipline. It’s the weight of trying to carry visibility, leadership, content, tech,...

You’re not lacking impact. You may be lacking visibility. In this short but powerful episode, Shawanna Kennedy breaks down why brilliant leaders, founders, and nonprofit visionaries stay overlooked—not because their work lacks value, but because their visibility lacks structure. In this episode:  • Visibility is a responsibility, not marketing  • Inconsistent presence resets trust  • Clarity attra...

What’s really holding you back? In this powerful Self First Movement Saturday Spotlight,  features a real, raw conversation between Shawanna Kennedy and Rozetta Kimbrough that goes beyond surface-level motivation and gets into the truth about fear, self-worth, and finally choosing yourself. Rozetta shares her journey of spending years being everything for everyone else—until she made a life-changi...

What happens when you’re successful, capable, and dependable—but constantly exhausted? In this powerful episode of You First , host Shawanna Kennedy is joined by counseling psychologist, performance strategist, and business mentor Dr. Faith Brown to unpack The Priority Paradox —why high-achieving women often put themselves last and how that pattern quietly impacts mental health, leadership, relati...

What does it really take to balance career, motherhood, purpose, and self-care—without losing yourself? In this inspiring episode of You First , Shawanna Kennedy welcomes Tanazia Morris —mother, businesswoman, licensed cosmetologist, instructor, and author—for a candid conversation about growth, faith, and choosing yourself in every season. You’ll hear: Tanazia’s journey from accounting to cosmeto...

In this powerful episode of Hope Haven , Dr. Yvonne Pointer   welcomes special guest Shawanna Kennedy for a faith-filled conversation about obedience, generosity, and walking boldly into God’s perfect will. This is not just a podcast episode—it’s a sacred moment of truth, testimony, and divine alignment. Together, they explore what it truly means to “Give and it shall be given” —not just in financ...

In this unmissable episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Dr. Lori Smith , powerhouse CEO of Acu-Elligent and founder of Sowing Our Seeds Empowerment Ltd. , to uncover how she transitioned from overseeing a $128 billion government portfolio to building a legacy-driven consulting empire that transforms lives. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in Part 1: The exact steps Dr. Smith took...

“I didn’t know who I was outside of what I did for others.” In this unfiltered continuation of You First with Shawanna Kennedy, Ashlee Washington returns to dig deeper into the burnout, identity loss, and emotional exhaustion that high-achieving women often suffer in silence. If you’ve ever wrapped your worth in productivity or lost yourself in meeting everyone else’s needs… this one’s for you. 🔥...

In this powerful episode of You First , host Shawanna Kennedy is joined by educator, leadership consultant, and Positive Intelligence expert Dr. Nikita Harris for an eye-opening conversation on what it really takes to master your mind and transform your life . Dr. Harris breaks down the core principles of Positive Intelligence (PQ) —a science-backed framework that helps you identify the saboteurs...

In this dynamic episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with powerhouse Dr. Melanie Bonita —a U.S. Army veteran, 10x #1 Amazon bestselling author, speaker, coach, and founder of the Manifest the Life You Dream About® movement. Together, they dive deep into how faith, focus, and fierce determination can turn your story into a legacy—and your message into a movement. 🔥 What yo...

In this powerful and emotionally charged episode of You First , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Barbara Parker , the visionary behind BF Empowerment , for a raw and unfiltered conversation about healing, identity, and reclaiming your voice. Barbara opens up about the early trauma that shaped her life—and how she learned to transform pain into purpose. This episode pulls back the curtain on wh...

In Part 2 of this powerful C-Suite CEO Chat, Shawanna Kennedy is joined again by the incomparable Sha Cannon —Fractional COO, business strategist, author, and voice behind some of today’s most powerful personal brands. This episode moves beyond the buzzwords of “visibility” and gets real about what it takes to rebuild your brand , reset your mindset , and rise again —even after burnout, setbacks,...

In this game-changing episode of the C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with powerhouse Sha Cannon —business architect, digital strategist, and Fractional COO—for a raw and real conversation on what it truly takes to lead like a CEO in today’s competitive marketplace. 🔥 From protecting your energy to building digital assets that work for you, this episode is packed with strategic...

In Part 2 of this powerful C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy continues the raw, real, and relevant conversation with Attorney Jamila Moore , powerhouse legal strategist, CEO of J. Moore Law, and advocate for entrepreneurs. This episode dives deeper into what every CEO needs to know about contracts, intellectual property, partnerships, and protecting their peace . Jamila breaks down the busi...

In this two-part powerhouse episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , Host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Attorney Jamila Moore, Esq. —a legal strategist, business builder, and visionary behind The CEO Legal Loft . 🔥 Together, they dive deep into what every business owner must know to protect their brand, elevate their confidence, and operate like a real CEO. From ironclad contracts to business boundaries,...

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Welcome to another transformative episode of You First , hosted by Shawanna Kennedy , where self-care meets self-worth. In this heart-centered conversation, we are joined by none other than Keaver Brenai , an award-winning voiceover powerhouse, creative visionary, and advocate for emotional wellness. From Nike to Netflix, Keaver’s voice has been heard across global platforms—but today, she brings...

In this powerful episode of You First , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Dwayne Simmons , a transformative voice in community leadership, mental health advocacy, and resilience. This conversation goes beyond surface-level self-care—it’s a raw, real, and restorative dialogue about what it truly means to put yourself first without abandoning your purpose. ✨ Inside This Episode: Dwayne’s persona...

In this powerhouse episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Denia Eaton , strategic consultant and powerhouse behind A&R3 Consulting Firm. From military precision to business mastery, Denia reveals how operational excellence, strategic leadership, and bold decision-making are reshaping how CEOs lead and scale their companies. 🔍 Inside This Episode: How military disci...

In this inspiring episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with Dekesha Williams , celebrated author, keynote speaker, and the undisputed Webinar Queen . From corporate powerhouse to thriving entrepreneur, Dekesha opens up about building her business from the ground up while managing motherhood and scaling her impact with strategic webinars. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:...

In this insightful episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with financial powerhouse, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Gwennetta Wright. From building a successful tax business to giving back to the community with her annual toy drive, Gwennetta shares how faith, resilience, and strategic planning have shaped her entrepreneurial journey. 💡 In this episode, you'll learn:...

Missed Part 1? Be sure to listen to it first! In this powerful follow-up episode of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy dives even deeper with financial guru and real estate investor Shakey Webster . Shakey opens up about the reality of entrepreneurship the good, the bad, and the sometimes ugly. From moving to Dubai, navigating business across time zones, and building a seven-figure empire to...

 In Part 1 of C-Suite CEO Chat , host Shawanna Kennedy sits down with finance and real estate mogul Shakey Webster for a transparent conversation from Dubai about the realities of entrepreneurship, wealth building, and resilience. Shakey opens up about experiencing incredible financial success leading up to 2007 and then navigating the devastating impact of the 2008 financial crisis . Rather than...