The Philadelphia Millennial: Recent Episodes
The Philadelphia Millennial
The audio book for African American millennials in the 215 and beyond. This is for urban millennials navigating life one unexpected turn at a time.
Take 17 minutes to hear 33 random takes, opinions, requests, and observations. Everything from my feelings about the Eagles losing the Super Bowl, what I want in a partner, friend break ups, and everything in between.
Don't let the buzzword fool you! We are all innovators. We are all capable of changing the world. In this episode, I break down what innovation really is, why it is necessary, and how you can incorporate it into your business or organization.Download my latest guidebook 'How to go from an overwhelmed entrepreneur to an aligned one.'
The proof is in the title. Systems, quit literally save your self time, energy, and money! I am very passionate about helping black entrepreneurs enjoy the fruits of their labor by implementing systems in their business so it can run without them. In this short episode, I break down how and when to create systems in your business. This is part three of the Pivot 2 Profit Framework! Download my latest guidebook 'How to go from an overwhelmed entrepreneur to an aligned one.'
Now that we have discussed mindset and gotten clear on what we want we must plan.Understand that the plan might change but you still need to know where you are going. In the age of modern GPS, I sometimes have the option of getting rerouted when there is an accident ahead or road closure. However, when I started I knew my destination. Strategies help guide our journey and decrease our overwhelm or anxiety about it. This is part two of the Pivot 2 Profit Framework! Download my latest guidebook 'How to go from an overwhelmed entrepreneur to an aligned one.'
Before we make any big shift in our personal and business life we must get our mindset in order. In this episode, I dig into the importance of doing the internal work first and how to do it without overwhelming yourself. This is part one of the Pivot 2 Profit Framework! Download my latest guidebook 'How to go from an overwhelmed entrepreneur to an aligned one.'
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It's my magic year and I am BACK! Check out my first episode in a year where I deep dive into my 5 lessons from my 10-month entrepreneurship hiatus. The waitlist for my coaching program for Black Millennial Entrepreneurs is officially open! www.thephillymillennial.com
I give y’all a pep talk on the importance of Faith & Consistency and how it is a you and God thing!! This is the year of winning. Register for my upcoming Pivot 2 Profit Masterclasses www.imaniinspires.com/masterclass
In the 4th installment of the Pivot 2 Profit Series, I discuss how to make it work without getting burnout. I started the entire Pivot 2 Profit Series because I found that Black entrepreneurs were burning the candle from both ends. They were nervous to delegate tasks in their business and were unsure of what exactly to delegate. Systems save you time, energy, and money. They help you enjoy the best parts of your professional and personal life. This episode is for you if you know what you want and need to do but you don't know HOW! We have all been there before. It's an exciting place to be because at first, you didn't know where you were going.
Don't let the lack of 'how-to' overwhelm you. Remember how we eat an elephant? If you don't check out the Strategy podcast and blog. Make sure to download the Pivot 2 Profit Formula on my website www.imaniinspires.com and learn more about the Pivot 2 Profit 1-1 Accelerator www.imaniinspires.com/pivot2profit
In the 3rd installment of the Pivot 2 Profit Series, I discuss the importance of having a strategy. Most black entrepreneurs bootstrap their business. Not only do we bootstrap but we are usually thrust into entrepreneurship by necessity. The necessity for time or money of not both. I dive into the best time to implement a strategy, the need for one, and the blueprint to actually create one.
Don't let the word STRATEGY overwhelm you. It's honestly the key to unlocking your next level of business and life. I am here to help support you as you implement a strategy that is authentic to your goals & path of life. Make sure to download the Pivot 2 Profit Formula on my website www.imaniinspires.com and learn more about the Pivot 2 Profit 1-1 Accelerator www.imaniinspires.com/pivot2profit
I have been obsessed with the customer experience since I was in middle school. In this episode, I talk about how I first started solving problems of consumers all before high school. Often times as entrepreneurs we don't think about how the journey of our customers makes or breaks our businesses. It's more than the customer is always right. Truly it's about identifying what your customer struggles with both within and outside your area of expertise.
In the second installment of the Pivot 2 Profit series, I break down the beauty of aligning the goals of your customers with your own. I also go in-depth about mapping the customer journey and using that as the blueprint for finding the gaps in your business. This is the longest episode of the series because it is one of my favorite topics.
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The first installment of the Pivot 2 Profit series addresses mindset. Mindset is often overlooked yet it is first and foremost.
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I can’t believe we have been quarantined for two months! Whew chile, we making it though. In this episode, I sit down with Jasmine of @sincerelyjsmn She is a girl boss just like me, a professional dot connector, dog mom, entrepreneur and working professional. During this time Jasmine has hosted #QuaratineTalks on her Instagram Live to chop it up with likeminded professionals. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and she has featured mental health professionals in the Black community. After my appearance on #QuarantineTalk we decided to bring the party over to #PMP We talk balance, dealing with multiple businesses, staying occupied, Rona anxiety, going to therapy, travel envy and a lot more. 53 minutes' worth of great content. Follow Jasmine on IG
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This is the FIRST international episode of the Philadelphia Millennial Podcast! I sit down with Philly native Megan Green of MVG Naturals & The Crown Workshop. Currently, Megan lives in Cape Town, South Africa so we discuss how traveling and living abroad have helped her get comfortable with discomfort. FYI she has lived in LA, Portland and has studied abroad. Megan has built her brand on the words Motivate, Vibe & Grow. She drops major gems about how she has been able to motivate, vibe, and grow through the changes of life. She has attributed all of her success to getting comfortable with discomfort. In addition, Megan shares her story about growing up in Philly and foster care and how she used those experiences to start the Crown Workshop. The Crown Workshop specializes in helping black girls in middle and high school honor and care for their hair. Follow Megan & The Crown Workshop on IG! Check out the video of the episode here on my Youtube Channel! Be sure to like, subscribe & share!
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In this episode I virtually sit down with Philly native Chantel McKie-Smith of Phatty’s Homecooking. Chantel is the “Homecooking Advocate” on a mission to get families back to the table. We discuss how she began turning her passion into a profit. More importantly she breaks down 3 things you can do right now to decrease your stress levels in the kitchen!! I know y’all tired of eating all the snacks especially if you have kids. Chantel breaks down ways to make bringing your family to the dinner table easier!! If you are tired of cooking or want to cook more about this episode is for you! Follow Chantel on IG & FB @phattyshomecooking or https://www.phattyshomecooking.com
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A few months ago I started talking about my struggle with imposters syndrome. I found out that a lot of my sisters were dealing with it. In this episode I have a conversation with my good friend and Hampton sister, Taylor Smith from St. Louis. We discuss how we got through imposter syndrome especially in higher education. We also touch on finding light in the darkness of grief. Taylor and I also discuss the importance of making sure your career and life are aligned.
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Education is power and can truly save lives. Black women are dying at disproportionate rates during labor and delivery as well as unnecessary c-sections. It is time we educate ourselves and each other. Not everyone knows what a Doula is and many think it's a new thing. Some have heard of a Doula and think it is out of reach to them. Doulas are a mother's advocate before, during and after labor.
In this episode, I have a very informative conversation about giving birth during a pandemic with my friend & family, Raven Dorsey. This is a great episode for women expecting and the village that supports them. It's time we know the options we have available to us.
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I'll get straight to the point. We cannot have a repeat of the 2016 election we must get out there and VOTE!!! As millennials, we have an important role to play. Yes, voting impacts our current lives but more importantly it impacts older and future generations. The political landscape has changed due to technology and diversity. This is the first year that Pennsylvania residents can vote totally by MAIL! And I don't mean absentee ballot. In the past, with voting Absentee ballot you had to have an excuse.
In this episode, I set down with my friend Brittany who is a millennial political activist. She has worked on campaigns in Philadelphia as well as political action committees. Brittany has done great work in the community and now works with an organization called Black Voters Matter. Follow Brittany and all the great work she does on Instagram here.
Here is the link for Voter Information in Pennsylvania for other states please check your state's voter registration website.
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In this episode, I sit down with my two close friends Ivan & Melanie who work for urban apparel and sneaker brands. This is the first time I had two people on the show at the same time so it was definitely a goodie. We take a deep dive into them making a name for themselves in the corporate world, stepping out on faith and how it has propelled all of our businesses. This episode is jam-packed with gems so get your notebooks ready! I am most fond of them because they have curated the life they wanted. We wrapped for 45minutes offline first so we were good and loose by the time I hit record. This episode is great for:
entrepreneurs creatives people wondering how they can use their corporate skills in business anybody that needs a boost during this time.
Be sure to follow them on social media Mel & Ivan and visit www.imkbrad.com &www.theglamstash.com
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In the first episode of the Philadelphia Millennial Podcast Quarantine Edition, I interview my long time friend The Color Duchess. Real royalty honey, ok! The Duchess is an artist and creative entrepreneur. She is a published author, ghostwriter, poet, world traveler, curator, lover of purple and all-around dope soul. In this episode, we discuss evolving, staying creative, monetizing gifts and setting Boundaries! Duchess always reminds me to show up as my authentic self. I hope this episode and universal downtime help you uncover your heart’s true desires. Love yall! Follow the Duchess on all platforms @thecolorduchess and online www.TheColorDuchess.Com/directory
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This is a one of a kind episode. The great thing about having your own podcast you get to interview who you want and when! In this episode I talk to my dear friend Ray from high school while he was in the city for the Holidays. Ray has a very unique story of how he made it from the Logan section of Philly to sunny LA. In this episode we dig into how setbacks can really put you in the position to go further with more clarity and wisdom. We cussin a lil more than usual in this episode shrugs. It's always good to catch up with old friends and reminisce on how you met...fate and faith really make for a crazy convo. We drop major gems in this episode. It really doesn't matter how many times you fall it's about how you get back up.
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In this episode I sit down with my dear friend LaKeisha Entsuah of Elements of Aliel. LaKeisha is a mom of 3 (she has a set of Twins), a wife, sister, friend and last but not least an entrepreneur. Oh I forgot and a podcaster! She hosts a podcast called ‘Self-Care is...’. Keisha and I are both fans of brief podcasts so this is a quick episode with very practical ways to implement self-care. Follow LaKeisha on Instagram and Facebook @elementsofaliel @l.enstuah @lfourlegacy www.elementsofaliel.com
In this episode, I sit down with Reverend Will Martin, Assistant Pastor of Visitation at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church. We discuss how to identify if you need professional help, how to deal with others who are dealing with a mental health crisis. We talk about everything mental health. Especially what it means to be young, Christian and black. Whew! This one gets deep. This episode is packed with resources! It's just time for all of us to heal and help heal each other. One of my favorite things about this episode is that we discuss the language around mental health and how to be sensitive about the topic.
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Hey, Y'all! Season 3 is underway and for episode 2 I interview Brittany Bronson of Rebrand Career Consulting. Brittany's episode in season 2 was the most listened to. In this episode, we dig deep into how to strategically ask for a raise. Sometimes the issue isn't that you hate your job it's that you need more money. Unfortunately, in corporate America especially when you are Black your value is overlooked. It's so important to learn how to advocate for yourself and outline how you have kept this company afloat. Yes...afloat because I am sure some of you go above and beyond. It's the task that go unnoticed that make the biggest impact. Brittany breaks down ways to evaluate your contribution and ask for a raise regardless of industry. Get in contact with Brittany on IG @rebrand.career.consulting or www.rebrandcc.com Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST!! And Follow on IG @thePhillymillennialpodcast Every Thursday there will be a featured shirt on sale in the Philadelphia Millennial Store! www.phillymillennial.com Tickets to our annual vision Board Party go on sale Thanksgiving Day!
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In the season 3 premiere Imani interviews her boyfriend, Kyle about how he was able to seamlessly transition creative careers. He also gives us game about why all entrepreneurs need professional pictures. Kyle also drops gems on staying encouraged throughout the process. * Episode Update: Kyle and I have broken up but content is content lol 🙃Visit www.phillymillennial.com & www.capturedbykyle.com
Welcome to the Philadelphia Millennial Marketing Edition!! In episode 4 we finally discuss how to implement promotions. This episode is about consistency. If you built the right foundation with steps 1-3 this will be easier to tackle. This is for all entrepreneurs and aspiring ones. Visit imaniinspires.com for the free 4P’s Business Audit and Phillymillennial.com for all cultured Tee’s!
Welcome to the Philadelphia Millennial Marketing Edition!! In episode 3 we discuss why placement matters. Truth be told sometimes people have a great product or service but it’s in front of the wrong people. Discover how to properly place your product or service to be profitable. Sometimes entrepreneurs get discouraged when people aren’t purchasing butttt it might really be a simple fix of putting it in the right place. Don’t worry we will still regular episodes. This is for all entrepreneurs and aspiring ones. Visit imaniinspires.com for the free 4P’s Business Audit and Phillymillennial.com for all cultured Tee’s!
This is a very transparent episode. Perfect if you want to be in my business lol But honestly, life is rough. There is no handbook. However, the prize is in the process not the product!! In this episode I discuss why you can’t give up and ways to switch your perspective. Of course I tell the story of how I almost quit entrepreneurship THIS YEAR!! Whew chile, it gets intense 😩🤞🏾buttttt I promise you will learn something!!! www.imaniinspires.com www.phillymillennial.com
Welcome to the Philadelphia Millennial Marketing Edition!! In episode 2 we discuss the importance of price. Sometimes we need to revisit our price points to ensure we are charging our worth. I break down the importance of price and how to recalibrate. This is a great episode for women and black people 🤷🏽♀️Don’t worry we will still regular episodes. This is for all entrepreneurs and aspiring ones. Visit imaniinspires.com for the free 4P’s Business Audit
Welcome to the Philadelphia Millennial Marketing Edition!! In episode 1 we discuss why you are in business and your product. I also talk about the importance of “The Why”. Remember the most successful entrepreneurs solve problems. Don’t worry we will still have regular content! This is for all entrepreneurs and aspiring ones. Visit imaniinspires.com for the free 4P’s Business Audit
8 Ways for Millennials to stay sane! The title is pretty self explanatory. I figured yalls kids been out of school for a week so they driving you crazy. Your family thinks you got time to do 20 projects in 2 months. Let’s not forget the people on your job being snakes 🤷🏽♀️oh and then student loans are like clock work LOL!! 30 minutes of funny, truth and practical tips!
Here is the second part of When God puts you on a Bicycle Part Two: Loving from a distance Visit 25inphiladelphia.wordpress.com for original post AND PhillyMillennial.com
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! It’s time to start putting things into perspective and healing. This is a piece I wrote 3 years ago on my blog 25inphiladelphia.wordpress.com My life was different 3 years ago however, I use my past as a reminder that I got through 💯 % of my worst days. Spoiler Alert: So. Will. You. Visit phillymillennial.com
In this episode I sit down with the creator of RedPill BluePill Collective. We discuss all things hustle. The why, when and how to start a side hustle and the importance of having one. This was one of my favorite episodes to record,why? Because it’s more than one way to get it 🤑🤑🤑 Find Liz @rpbpcollective on IG!
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In the last episode I discussed the need for us Millennials to give back. This episodes features Director of Teen Services at North Light Community Center here in Philadelphia. As a veteran of the United States Navy, Bernetta Williams has lived a life of giving back. We discuss why it’s so important and the intangible rewards of giving back. Bernetta also drops some creative ways to get involved. She a mentions programs that are currently at the center and how to get involved and get others involved. This was a dope episode I enjoyed recording at the community center in March.
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In this episode I sit down with my personal hairstylist to chat about entrepreneurship and Haircare. Jasmine drops some gems and reinforces things we already know about taking care of our natural hair. Even my ladies that wear weaves she has some tips for keeping your hair healthy underneath. @pressbeauty
I’m a huge mental health and therapy advocate and really just want my people to heal...In this episode I chat with my friend and therapist Mychelle Williams about taking the first steps to actually seeking therapy. Mychelle is a Philly native but resides in Chicago. Of course she drops some gems About resources to help. This is first in the series of interviewing Black mental health professionals. I believe therapy and seeking help is like dating...you gotta find the right fit. So it’s my plan to highlight and talk with a variety of mental health professionals in an attempt to connect people to what they need and what resonates. Find Mychelle on IG @therapyandthetea
Buying a home is the first step many people take when building wealth. However, Millennials are purchasing homes in different patterns and for different reasons than their parents. In this episode I talk about the importance of purchasing a home and how to prepare yourself. In addition, Isaiah from Integrity Real Estate drops some gems and resources. @zaycleck_therealtor
Black women are the most educated and are the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs however, we get paid the least. It’s just time we close the gap by taking inventory of our skills, adjusting our price then adding tax. Are you tired of your job, feel stuck or underpaid? You should probably listen to this episode to hear steps you can take immediately to see some results. @rebrand.career.consulting https://rebrandcc.com/
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We are back with another season of the Philadelphia Millennial podcast. In this episode I discuss Mae Reeves, the Black history month campaign and how buying a new car and my dating life are related. Oh and it’s my 29th Birthday! Visit www.phillymillennial.com
As the year is winding down it’s time to reflect on the vision we have of our lives. Whether you have a vision or want to strengthen yours this episode is for you. I talk about the 4 things every vision needs. If you are coming to the vision board party listen to this to get your brain thinking about what you want 2019 to look like and BE!
You don’t have to spend awhollotta bread to have fun in Philly here are my favorite top 5 cheap date ideas in the city 😍. Even if you aren’t in Philly check out your city’s visitor bureau for what’s happening in the area.
Today my high school sweetheart would have been 29. He was murdered in 2011 in Philadelphia. After his death I experienced anxiety however, I’ve been copping with Meditation. In this episode, I discuss a few ways to begin the meditation journey. I just want us all to heal😘
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This episode is a mix of everything...HBCU college life, living abroad, not playing it safe, black Christianity and bunch of other random goodness.
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Know your worth and add tax. Periodt.
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The title is pretty self-explanatory. Listen to my three ways not to settle during cuffing season!🙄
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There are lessons at Rock bottom you can’t learn any where else. It’s not too bad🤷🏽♀️
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In this episode I talk about how NO ONE IS SELF-MADE! You cant do it all by yourself especially in business. Get my 3 perspective shifters on being self made and outsourcing help.
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In this episode I talk to my good friend Whitney of the Reclaimed blog about how to stay consistent. This is a great episode with 3 take ways about how to stay consistent and it has nothung to do with a planner. Even though they do help. Oh and my Philadelphia Black History fact is all about schmoney.
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Another segment of 'Moments with Mani'. Today we discuss the Power of Choice!
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We discuss a poppin prom dress and how to start a businesss from the desk of your 9-5. I also share the first Philadelphia Black history fact and it something to do with $14mm 🤷🏽♀️
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Imani reintroduces the podcast and drops her first 'Moment with Mani'
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Find out why your new years resolution didnt work and why you arent alone
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The first quarter of the year is over and it's time to get rid of winter.
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Episode 1 of The Philadelphia Millennial tells the story of its creation and how nothing happens by coincidence. Our passion is Philadelphia Millennials but we want to change the lives of the ones worldwide!