Confidently Melanated: Recent Episodes
Shauntae C. Hudson
Confidently Melanted Podcast is the digital space featuring black women entrepreneurs (and a few distinguished gentlemen and other ethnicities) who come together to discuss topics involving self-improvement & fulfillment with business, career, and social relations. The podcast educates and empowers women on how to grow individually and work collectively in ways that are equitable and empowering. Visit my website @ http://www.shauntaec.com/ Contact me: info@shauntaec.com
Whether you’re a parent considering homeschooling- already on the journey, or an advocate for educational empowerment for the next generation- this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice for creating a nurturing, empowering educational experience for BIPOC children. Listen to this rich discussion on reclaiming education and fostering excellence through homeschooling!
In this episode of Confidently Melanated, we dive into the world of homeschooling for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) families with our special guest, Alycia Comer Wright, founder of the Culturally Rooted Homeschool Co-Op. Alycia shares her inspiring journey as an educator and advocate for culturally affirming homeschool environments.
Highlights in this episode:
- The unique challenges and benefits BIPOC families face in the homeschooling space
- Understanding the importance of community and support systems
- How to incorporate cultural heritage into education
Exclusive invitation to take a class: www.culturalrootsco-op.com
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In this episode of Confidently Melanated, we sit down with master podcaster Sonja Keeve, founder of Sisters With A Voice Podcasting Network to uncover the secrets of podcast success. Sonja shares her expert insights on building a standout show, creating engaging content, and growing a loyal audience. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your podcast to the next level, this conversation will equip you with the tools and inspiration to "master the mic" with confidence."
Learn more about Sonja at www.sonjakeeve.com
Releasing things that no longer serve your business can be crucial for fostering growth and ensuring long-term success. Near the end of year, much attention is given to mental health, financial spending, and holiday festivities. Not much is spoken about mental health involving business and entrepreneurship.
This episode was taken from host, Shauntae’s livestream on social media where she discussed three mindset shifts to foster business growth and expansion in 2024. Mindset shifting involves eliminating thought patterns, behaviors, and beliefs that no longer serve purpose in our lives and contribute to personal and professional development.
We go in depth the three mindset shifts which involve:
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Fear & doubt with generating sales & revenue
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How eliminating the cycle of comparison redirects focusing on what your business does best, increasing efficiency and effectiveness
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The challenge with hacking duplication and exposing your business to unnecessary risks and unprofitable product lines that lead to possible financial strain. Releasing such elements helps mitigate risks and ensures a healthier bottom line.
BONUS: Stop charing your worth and invest in your worth. It’s not a matter of how much something will cost. Are you worth the investment? Will this be the key to unleashing innovation and evolution in your business? HEAVEN YES!
Innovation is key to sustained Releasing outdated products or processes creates space for innovation and evolution within your business. This fosters a culture of continuous improvement and ensures that you stay ahead of the curve in your industry.
Remember, successful business growth requires a holistic approach that integrates organizational values, strategic expansion, and customer satisfaction. Regularly assess your business strategies, adapt to changing market conditions, and stay agile to capitalize on emerging opportunities. Give yourself a YES in 2024!
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As women, we can become self-conscious especially when it comes to our bodies. You might want to be the most confident person in the world, but something inside you just won’t let you do it! If you’re sick of feeling shy and insecure in social situations, or you feel like you’re missing out on opportunities because you’re too self-conscious, then this episode is for you.
I invited Confidence & Intimacy Coach, Te’Amo Blakely to share how women entrepreneurs can maintain healthy and intimate relationships with their partner/spouse and children while bringing balance between work and personal lifestyles. Te’Amo also shares two ways that women entrepreneurs can be less anxious about their bodies and start to improve their confidence levels.
As women, we can become self-conscious especially when it comes to our bodies. You might want to be the most confident person in the world, but something inside you just won’t let you do it! If you’re sick of feeling shy and insecure in social situations, or you feel like you’re missing out on opportunities because you’re too self-conscious, then this episode is for you.
I invited Confidence & Intimacy Coach, Te’Amo Blakely to share how women entrepreneurs can maintain healthy and intimate relationships with their partner/spouse and children while bringing balance between work and personal lifestyles. Te’Amo also shares two ways that women entrepreneurs can be less anxious about their bodies and start to improve their confidence levels.
Everyday our lives are structured around power symbols: money authority security beauty. These are the same symbols that can impact our ego as business and professional women. I invited clinical and licensed therapist, Charese Josie to share her expertise on helping women to understand the difference between a high achieving woman’s ego from her needs. More from this episode:
- [ ] Defining what is a high achieving woman
- [ ] Developing self awareness with identifying your needs and wants
- [ ] Knowing when the ego is speaking out versus your need(s) speaking up!
- [ ] How to communicate your wants and needs with your significant other/partner
This episode kicks off with mindset mastery for 2022. It's time to uplevel your career and lifestyle. Jamila Mcmallow, Life & Relationship Strategist shares her expertise and relationship tips on how to find the deeper meaning of self-love regardless of your relationship status-married, single, divorced or widowed (or it's complicated!).
Women are redefining wealth and legacy building. The rise of economic clout amongst women is one of the most impactful economic shifts over the decade. Women are starting and running new businesses at a rapid rate. And establishing real financial power.
This episode, Chelsea Williams, Chief Financial Architect and founder of Core Solutions Group, Inc. has a confidently candid conversation regarding securing financial wealth to build a legacy and leave an inheritance. Chelsea shares the ups and downs of women’s suffrage and equality, coupled with her own personal experience, around money from past to the present. She encourages women to continue to educate themselves on money management while imparting that knowledge to their children’s future.
In this episode you will learn:
- The History of women and financial security
- The Male Dollar vs. Female Dollar
- Women vs. Men-owned business
- Women & Money Mindset
- Creating healthy habits with money
Keywords in the episode:
Chelsea on LinkedIn
LP3 Podcast
Sally Krawcheck
Investment
Ladypreneurs
Rich kid_Poor Kid
The Calling Journey
Episode #2 - Success With Online Dating In 2021 with Frances Kelleher
Since the pandemic, finding love and dating has getting more traction in the online space. Relationship seekers are talking it to the world wide web with finding love.
In today’s episode, I am excited to have a candid conversation with guest Frances Kelleher, Dating Expert of Frances Kelleher Coaching, about finding love and dating. Frances is a Spin South West Radio station’s resident Dating Expert in Ireland and a columnist for a National magazine called RSVP. She was named as the top dating Coach in Ireland in 2020 (The Sunday World newspaper), featured in numerous National magazines and television appearances such as The Elaine Show and Ireland AM. Frances’ mission is to end loneliness and help people find the love of their lives.
In this episode you will learn:
- Understanding feminine energy
- Love as the ‘numbers’ game
- Understanding masculine energy
- What men want
- Pros & Cons with Online dating
- Overcoming loneliness during the pandemic
- How to go on a successful “online” date
- The Hook-up Culture
Keywords in the episode:
Feminine energy
Dating Coaching
Masculine energy
Frances on Linkedin
Frances on Instagram
Shauntae on Instagram
Visit my website @ http://www.shauntaechudson.com/
Contact me @ 804-930-8110
Episode #4 - How To Generate Revenue On Social Media with Ungenita Prevost
With entrepreneurship, a lot of emphasis is placed on likes and follows. Just because you get the ‘press’ by way of someone hitting the like button, gaining a follower on social media, or subscribing to your channel does not necessarily equate to profitability with business. Moving beyond the likes and follows and building your business on social capital is essential with entrepreneurship.
In today’s episode, we talk with Ungenita Prevost, Feminine Leadership Expert and Founder of FEMME 500™️. Ungenita has a global international clientele in over 23 countries and a career that spans beauty, fashion, entertainment, real estate and digital marketing. She advises start-ups, corporates, business leaders, celebrities and feminine power brands.
Ungenita was confidently candid about her experience with online marketing and creating meaningful connections, moving beyond Ms. Popular to Ms. Profitable.
Here’s what you’ll learn about building your business on social capital:
- How to build your feminine and financial power through collaboration
- Monetizing on Social Media
- How to overcome the ‘Shiny Object’ Syndrome
- Charging your worth
- Avoid under-earning in your business
- The importance of conversion rates in marketing
- Communication vs. Messaging
- Creating a solid communication plan
Key Words in the episode
Femme500
Ungenita on LinkedIn
Ungenita on Instagram
Billion Dollar Rolodex™
Overcoming, Underearning
Social capital
Confidently Candid Podcast
Shauntae Hudson on Linked In
Visit my website @ http://www.shauntaechudson.com/
Contact me @ 804-930-8110
Episode #1 - Confidently Candid Introduction
Passionate about confidence-building and becoming the greatest version of yourself; professionally and personally? Consider this podcast, your weekly boost of confidence as you achieve success with business and life. Her goal is to encourage you to be seen, heard, and paid, building an impactful brand while sharing your message with confidence and ease. Aiming to provide you with the tools, resources, strategies, and mindset with entrepreneurship.
In today’s episode, Shauntae C. Hudson, the host, visibility strategist, and video marketing coach shares her journey and pivots in creating confidence to launch her online business brand, Confident & CamReady. Shauntae started her podcast journey 5 years ago and the name of her podcast was entitled “Truth Talk w. Ladytae”. Fast forward, now Shauntae’s goal is to help people build their confidence to show up, and have the confidence to create the life that we desire.
In this episode you will learn:
- Recognize your power and uniqueness and change your life.
- Creating your confidence to create the life that you desire.
- Creating confidence to create income and impact your business.
- Define what success looks like and feels like.
- Embrace imperfection.
Favorite Quotes:
“You may not have the life that you desire, think about this, you were perfect at creating the life that you have.”
“Confidence isn’t about being perfect, but it is about embracing the imperfection.”
“You are a creator, you already have what it takes, walk in that power, walk in that freedom, and become the person that you were meant to be, the greatest version of yourself.
- Shauntae C. Hudson
Key Words in the Episode
Shauntae on LinkedIn
Shauntae on Facebook
Shauntae on Twitter
Visit my website @ http://www.shauntaechudson.com/
Contact me @ 804-930-8110
Episode #3 - Developing Self Love and Intimacy as a Woman
The first marriage should be of self. Self-love is the first love that occurs; yet, often gets displaced when seeking validation from others.
This episode, I am excited to have Kelly Albano, Dating and Relationship Coach, Healer, and Founder of Feminine Energy Goddess to join me for a confidently candid conversation on self-love & intimacy.
Kelly shares her expertise on women desiring love; yet, first having to confront their own self-awareness before trying to have love and intimacy with a significant other. Whether you are desiring love, currently in a relationship, or been married to him for years, Kelly’s coaching services emphasizes the ability of fostering a meaningful and SECURE relationship with your man.
In this episode, you will learn:
- The definition of feminine energy
- Understanding masculine energy
Establishing Worthiness to be loved
- Establishing healthy boundaries with dating
- Eliminating the need to promote your career vs. you as a woman
- How to ‘call in’ your man
Keywords in the episode:
Kelly Albano
Feminine energy
Dating
Visit my website @ http://www.shauntaechudson.com/
Contact me @ 804-930-8110