BeautifullyComplicated Podcast

What would change in your business if your team cared as much as you do? If they saw problems and fixed them without being asked? If they thought about the business's success like it was their own? If they made decisions like owners instead of waiting for you to decide?Most founders dream of this but believe it is impossible. "No one will ever care as much as I do. They are employees—why would they think like owners?"Here is what I have learned: ownership thinking is not a personality trait people have or do not have. It is a culture you create. The right mindset shifts, communication patterns, and structural changes can transform employees into people who think, act, and care like owners.IN THIS EPISODE:THE EMPLOYEE VS. OWNER MINDSETEmployee mindset: task-focused, waiting for directionOwner mindset: outcome-focused, problem-solving without being askedThe mindset gap is usually created by the founderTHE FOUR SHIFTS TO OWNERSHIP CULTUREShift 1: Information Hoarding → Radical TransparencyShare revenue, profitability, strategic challenges, customer feedbackTransparency creates context; context enables judgmentShift 2: Task Assignment → Outcome OwnershipDefine the 2-3 outcomes each person ownsMeasure results, not task completionShift 3: Permission Culture → Forgiveness CultureEmpower people to act and ask forgiveness if neededReact well when things do not work outShift 4: Individual Incentives → Shared SuccessCreate structures where everyone wins when the business winsProfit-sharing, team bonuses, shared success psychologyYOUR BEHAVIOR SETS THE CULTUREStop rescuing—let them work through problemsAsk, do not tell—build on their thinkingReward the right things—recognize ownershipModel ownership yourselfKEY TAKEAWAYS:Ownership thinking is not a personality trait—it is a culture you createFour shifts: Radical Transparency, Outcome Ownership, Forgiveness Culture, Shared SuccessPeople cannot think like owners without owner-level informationOutcome ownership means responsibility for results, not just activitiesPermission culture kills initiative; forgiveness culture empowers actionYour behavior sets the tone—stop rescuing, ask instead of tell, reward ownershipRESOURCES:Take the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:LinkedInInstagramWebsite: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:LinkedInInstagramSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I want to talk about something that does not get discussed much in business podcasts. Something most founders experience but few admit to. The loneliness.You cannot fully vent to your team—you are supposed to be the steady one. Your spouse or partner tries to understand, but they do not really get it. Your friends with regular jobs cannot relate to the weight of making payroll or the 3 AM anxiety about a decision only you can make. And other founders? Sometimes talking to them feels more like competition than connection.So you carry it alone. You put on the confident face. You make the hard calls. And sometimes, late at night or in a quiet moment, you wonder if everyone else has this figured out and you are the only one struggling.You are not. And you are not meant to do this alone.IN THIS EPISODE:WHY LEADERSHIP IS LONELYThe information asymmetry (you know things your team does not)The emotional labor of being steadyThe accountability stops with youThe identity merge (self and business get blurry)The comparison trapTHE HIDDEN COSTS OF ISOLATIONPoor decision-making without outside perspectiveBurnout accelerationImposter syndrome amplificationRelationship strainBUILDING YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM: FOUR CIRCLESCircle 1: Peer Founders (people who get it because they are living it)Circle 2: Mentors and Advisors (people who have been where you are going)Circle 3: Professional Support (coaches, consultants, therapists)Circle 4: Home Base (personal relationships that ground you)THE VULNERABILITY REQUIREMENTNone of these circles work if you are not willing to be realBeing vulnerable is the gateway to the support you needKEY TAKEAWAYS:The loneliness you feel is real—it is not a sign of weaknessEvery founder who is honest will tell you they have felt it tooYou can build a support system with intentionality and vulnerabilityFour circles: Peer Founders, Mentors/Advisors, Professional Support, Home BaseVulnerability feels risky but it is actually the gateway to supportYou do not have to have it all figured out—you just have to stop trying to carry it all aloneRESOURCES:Take the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:LinkedInInstagramWebsite: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:LinkedInInstagramSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tell me if this sounds familiar. You start the week with big plans. This is the week you are finally going to work ON the business. You are going to think strategically. And then Monday happens. Emails. Fires. Client calls. Team questions. By Friday, you have been busy every single day, but that strategic work? Still on the list.The problem is not your work ethic or your time management skills. The problem is your calendar is designed for other people's priorities, not yours. Every open slot gets filled with someone else's urgent need. And your CEO-level work—the thinking that would actually move your business forward—gets whatever time is left over. Which is usually none.In this episode, I am sharing the exact weekly rhythm I teach my clients—a structure for your time that protects space for strategic work while still running your business effectively. No more hoping you will find time. We are going to engineer it.IN THIS EPISODE:WHY YOUR CALENDAR WORKS AGAINST YOUReactive vs. proactive timeNo boundaries on accessStrategic work does not scream (so it waits)Energy misalignmentTHE CEO WEEKLY RHYTHM: FOUR TIME BLOCKSBlock 1: CEO Time (4-6 hours/week minimum for strategic work only)Block 2: Meeting Time (batched, not scattered)Block 3: Admin Time (contained windows, not constant checking)Block 4: Buffer Time (unscheduled breathing room)A SAMPLE CEO WEEKMonday - Friday breakdown of time blocks and focus.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Your calendar is designed for other people's priorities, not yoursFour time blocks: CEO Time, Meeting Time, Admin Time, Buffer TimeCEO Time is sacred—minimum 4-6 hours per week during peak energyBatch meetings into specific days or blocks to protect deep work timeContain admin work to defined windows, not constant checkingBuild in buffer time for the unexpectedProtect at least one full meeting-free day per weekRESOURCES:Take the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:LinkedInInstagramWebsite: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:LinkedInInstagramSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I have tried to delegate but it is just easier to do it myself." If you have said this even once in the past month, this episode is for you.Most founders approach delegation backwards. We hand off tasks, expect people to read our minds, then jump back in when it does not go perfectly. The result? Our team learns helplessness instead of ownership.The shift you need to make is from task delegation to outcome delegation. Instead of telling someone WHAT to do, you tell them WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE—and let them figure out the how.In this episode, I am breaking down the task delegation trap, the four elements of effective outcome delegation, and giving you the 5-step Ownership Handoff Framework. You will also learn how to navigate the hard parts: when they do it differently, when they fail, and when you are afraid to let go.IN THIS EPISODE:Why "just easier to do it myself" is killing your growthThe fundamental difference between task delegation and outcome delegationWhat outcome delegation actually builds in your businessTHE TASK DELEGATION TRAPWhy delegating tasks keeps you as the bottleneckThe hidden cost of telling people exactly what to doHow task delegation creates dependency instead of capabilityReal examples of task vs outcome delegationTHE SHIFT TO OUTCOME DELEGATIONWhat outcome delegation looks like in practiceBefore and after examples across different scenariosTHE FOUR ELEMENTS OF EFFECTIVE OUTCOME DELEGATIONElement 1: A clear outcome (what does success look like?)Element 2: Defined boundaries (guardrails, not micromanagement)Element 3: Available resources (budget, tools, team, your time)Element 4: Check-in cadence (support, not control)THE OWNERSHIP HANDOFF FRAMEWORKStep 1: Define the Win - Get crystal clear on the outcome, not activitiesStep 2: Explain the Why - Give context that creates capabilityStep 3: Set the Boundaries - Establish guardrails for decision-makingStep 4: Request the Plan - Let them propose the approachStep 5: Establish the Rhythm - Set up outcome-focused check-insNAVIGATING THE HARD PARTSHard Part 1: When they do it differently than you wouldHard Part 2: When they fail (and how to respond without taking it back)Hard Part 3: When you are afraid to let go (the control trap)YOUR CHALLENGE THIS WEEKConvert one thing you are doing into an outcome delegationHow to pick the right first delegationWhat to watch for as you step backKEY TAKEAWAYS:Task delegation creates dependency; outcome delegation creates ownershipThe four elements: clear outcome, defined boundaries, available resources, check-in cadenceUse the Ownership Handoff Framework: Define the Win, Explain the Why, Set the Boundaries, Request the Plan, Establish the RhythmLet them do it their way if it will achieve the outcomeWhen they fail, debrief and adjust—do not take it backTrue delegation means decisions happen without you in the roomRESOURCES:Download the Delegation Roadmap TemplateAccess the Ownership Handoff Framework GuideTake the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:LinkedInInstagramWebsite: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:LinkedInInstagramSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Running a business means having conversations most people avoid. The performance discussion that has been brewing for months. The client boundary you keep postponing. The role transition that everyone knows is coming but no one wants to say out loud.Every difficult conversation you delay creates a hidden tax on your business—in team morale, operational efficiency, and your own mental space. But most founders were not trained to have these conversations effectively. We wing it, overexplain, or wait so long that the conversation becomes even harder.In this episode, I am giving you a repeatable framework for difficult conversations, walking through the four types every founder faces, and sharing exact scripts for each scenario. Because great leadership is not about avoiding hard conversations—it is about having them well.IN THIS EPISODE:Why difficult conversations are non-negotiable for scalingThe real cost of avoidance (beyond what is obvious)What makes a conversation difficult vs just uncomfortableTHE CLEAR FRAMEWORKC - Context: Set the StageL - Listen: Seek to understand firstE - Explore: Share your perspective with specificsA - Agree: Align on what happens nextR - Reinforce: Follow up and recognizeTHE 4 TYPES OF DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONSPerformance feedback conversationsAccountability conversations (when expectations are not met)Fit ConversationBoundary-setting conversationsKEY TAKEAWAYS:Difficult conversations get harder the longer you waitUse the CLEAR framework: Context, Listen, Explore, Agree, and ReinforceFocus on specific behaviors and impact, not personalityDocument everything and follow up consistentlyThe conversation is an act of care for your team and businessRESOURCES: Download our Difficult Conversations Script TemplateTake the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:LinkedInInstagramWebsite: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:LinkedInInstagramNEXT EPISODE:Why Delegation Fails (And the 3-Step System That Makes It Work)—the real reason your team is not taking ownership and how to fix it permanently.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week we covered the 5 signs you've outgrown founder-led operations. That was the diagnosis. Today is the treatment plan.Knowing you need to change and knowing HOW to change are two very different things. The jump from $500K to $2M isn't about working harder, hiring more people, or finding more clients. It's about fundamentally rebuilding how your business operates and how YOU operate within it.In this episode, I'm breaking down the four transformations that take you from founder-powered to systems-powered: operational shifts, team shifts, financial shifts, and the one nobody talks about — founder identity shifts.THE 4 TRANSFORMATIONS:OPERATIONAL SHIFTS:• From intuitive to documented (the 20% that drives 80%)• From reactive to rhythmic (weekly, monthly, quarterly cycles)• From all-things-to-all-people to core focusTEAM SHIFTS:• From doers to leaders• From hub-and-spoke to distributed authority• From hiring skills to hiring valuesFINANCIAL SHIFTS:• From revenue focus to profitability focus• From checking the bank to financial forecasting• From founder scraps to sustainable compensationFOUNDER IDENTITY SHIFTS:• From doer to director• From indispensable to replaceable• From hero to hostKEY TAKEAWAYS:• Don't multiply your current model — transform it• Document the 20% of processes that drive 80% of your results• Hire for values first, skills second• Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity• Your goal is to work yourself out of the day-to-day job• A business that can't run without you is a job, not an assetRESOURCES:• Take the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)• Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)• Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:• LinkedIn• Instagram• Website: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:• LinkedIn• InstagramSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're working harder than ever but your business isn't growing proportionally, you haven't hit your capacity as a leader. You've hit the ceiling of founder-led operations. And there's a difference.In this episode, I'm walking through the 5 signs that tell me a founder is ready to transition from doing everything to building systems and leaders who can run without them.For each sign, I explain why it happens, what it's really costing you, and exactly what to do about it.If you recognize yourself in 3 or more of these signs, you're not failing — you're succeeding past your current operating model. That's actually good news, because the fix isn't working harder. It's building different infrastructure.THE 5 SIGNS:1. You're the bottleneck in every decision2. Revenue grew but your hours didn't shrink3. Your team executes but doesn't think4. You can't unplug without everything falling apart5. You're exhausted but the business isn't growing fasterEPISODE TIMESTAMPS:[00:00] The 11 PM email trap — why you're not a control freak[01:20] Sign #1: You're the bottleneck + the decision authority matrix[05:00] Sign #2: Revenue grew but hours didn't + the founder-dependent business model[08:10] Sign #3: Team executes but doesn't think + the 'no naked problems' rule[11:50] Sign #4: Can't unplug without chaos + the 'practice vacation' challenge[15:45] Sign #5: Exhausted but not growing faster + CEO-level time blocking[19:40] Wrap-up: Why recognizing these signs is actually good newsKEY TAKEAWAYS:• 70% of decisions your team asks about can likely be delegated immediately• Ask yourself: If I got sick for 2 weeks, what would break? That's your vulnerability list• Institute a 'no naked problems' rule: every problem must come with a proposed solution• Block CEO time weekly to answer: What should we stop? What accelerates growth? Who needs development?RESOURCES:• Take the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)• Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 engagement)• Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:• LinkedIn• Instagram• Website: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:• LinkedIn• InstagramNEXT EPISODE:From $500K to $2M: What Actually Has to Change — the treatment plan for everything we diagnosed today.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Beyond Founder-Led — the podcast for women founders who are done being the bottleneck in every decision.I'm Sheena Hunt, founder of The DeVain Collective. After 20+ years in Fortune 100 operations and close to 15 years building my own businesses, I've watched the same pattern play out hundreds of times: brilliant, capable founders hitting a wall. Not because they lack vision or work ethic, but because they've outgrown founder-led chaos and don't have the systems or leadership capacity to scale sustainably.That's what this podcast is about — what comes after you can't be in every meeting, make every decision, and personally deliver to every client.Each week, I'll share frameworks, client stories, and interviews with founders who've successfully made the transition from doing everything to leading everything. Real talk for women-led businesses doing $500K to $5M who are ready to scale without sacrifice.IN THIS EPISODE:• Why I rebranded this podcast around the founder-led problem• My background in Fortune 100 ops + entrepreneurship• What to expect from Beyond Founder-Led• How to know if this podcast is for youRESOURCES:• Take the free Leadership Assessment (3 min)• Book a Strategic Discovery Audit ($997 investment)• Learn more at thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:• LinkedIn• Instagram• Website: thedevaincollective.comNEXT EPISODE:5 Signs You've Outgrown Founder-Led Operations — the diagnosis you need before you can fix anything.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scaling is Complicated - in this episode we're focusing on key strategies to undertake as you begin to scale.________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Prepping for Change is Complicated - in this episode we're focusing on some key things you can do to prep your business for an economic shift.________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Customer Experience is more than just a marketing buzzword of the 2010s. It's a value-add for your business when done the right way. Let's talk about how you can implement better customer experience in your business operations! ________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Know Your MomentIn this bonus special episode, we're talking about your business finances and you getting intimate with them. We want you to KNOW YOUR MONEY. When you know your money, you make decisions on how best to leverage where you are to get where you want to be.LET'S TALK MONEY!____________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Annual Planning is ComplicatedIt's a new year! That means it's time to work on your plans to reach those new year goals for your business. This episode will walk you through what is needed to have a successful annual planning meeting to see the success you want in your business this year.Download the Annual Planning Flowchart. Happy planning!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - From Now to NextWe're headed into a new year! Before you roll out your 'new year, new me' mantra, let's do some introspective exercises to look back and ahead to realize our vision for ourselves. We're guiding you through 2 exercises in this In The Moment episode - Rear View Mirror exercise & The Road Ahead exercise. Grab your favorite journal and download the question guide to use as we work through this exercise to get you ready for the new year.Happy New Year from Beautifully Complicated Podcast & The DeVain Collective team. See you in 2022! ____________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Jumping InYou've been dreaming about it. It's been burning in your belly. You're ready to birth your next. You're ready to start your entrepreneurial journey. Stop talking about it and let's do it! This episode is a message to those who have been on the fence. We want you to jump into your next and make it happen TODAY!JUMP IN!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Systematizing is ComplicatedLet's talk SYSTEMS! A business with rock solid systems is a business that's positioned to succeed. Listen in to this episode to learn 5 watch outs that customers experience that shows a business lacks systems and 5 tips on what you can start doing now to get on track to build systems in business. We're giving you the first few steps on the journey to a systematized business.Grab your pen and paper! Get ready! Let's build some systems!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Growing Pains are ComplicatedIt's time to talk about growth! A growing business is always great. It means more customers, more revenue, and the ability to add more team members. You're seeing your vision on a larger scale. Who doesn't want that? Unfortunately we're not always prepared for growth when it starts happen. Let's talk about growing pains and how to prepare for growth.Grab your pen and paper! Get ready! Let's grow our biz!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - From Purpose to ImpactIn this In the Moment special, we're taking a moment to introduce you to The DeVain Collective (the company behind the pod) founded by the host, Sheena. Sharing her why, Sheena details the motivation and mission behind the business, the framework, and the services that can help your business go from sales to scale. Check out the special to learn more about what solid operations can do for you and your business - taking you from purpose to impact!____________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Leading with a MessageA great leader usually has a great message - a clarion call that resonates and connects with those who end up following them to help affect change. In this In the Moment special, let's chat quickly about crafting the transformational message that centers your cause and your why.Grab your pen and paper! Let's craft a message!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Leadership is ComplicatedRunning a business is one thing. Being a great leader and displaying leadership is another. This episode explores what leadership is, 5 key characteristics of a good & effective leader, and building a team of leaders. Using the example of an event that happened at Basecamp, we're diving into all things leadership in this episode. Grab your pen and paper! Get ready! Let’s be great leaders!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Creating Your A-TeamIn this In the Moment special, the focus is on your personal team. We like to think of it as your A-team. These are the folks in your life who inspire & motivate you to live fully. They pour into you and you pour into them. This is our chosen team who can help us become our best selves - from friends, mentors, and therapists to spiritual partners and personal trainers.Check out the show and begin the work of building YOUR A-team!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Team building is ComplicatedGrowing a business starts with not just having the right offer, but really with having the right team. You can have a business and run it well by yourself, but you’ll eventually hit a wall. If you want to see it grow and go to new levels, you need to hire! The right team will level up your business.In this episode, we’re talking about understanding your business, your values, and your needs so you can hire the right people to fill them. We’re also hitting on the key roles you want to eventually hire or have on your team so that you can be positioned for growth in your business.Check out our sample Administrative Assistant job posting to copy and make your own version as you start to build your team!Grab your pen and paper! Get ready! Let’s hire!________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Testimonials are ComplicatedCustomers who have shopped with you can be your biggest cheerleaders and your best marketers. Let’s talk about what it means to grab those testimonials and use them to your advantage in business.In this episode you will learn the best sources to gather organic testimonials and how best to use them in your business to help you capture the sales from new customers.Listen to the show, take notes, brainstorm on how you can start using those testimonials to grow your business.________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Shonda RhimesAs part of our Black History Month series, Black Women in Business, we're bringing you a trailblazing Black woman in business (either entrepreneur or business leader) to spotlight. Our focus for this In the Moment special is to educate and inspire listeners with stories on Black women, past and present, who were forces in their industries.In the third of four episodes, the spotlight is on Shonda Rhimes - the ultimate storyteller who have written and produced some of the best shows on TV from Grey's Anatomy to Bridgerton and co-founder of ShondaLand! Check out the show to learn all about how this storyteller became a household name.Enjoy the show!__________________________________________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Rosalind BrewerAs part of our Black History Month series, Black Women in Business, we're bringing you a trailblazing Black woman in business (either entrepreneur or business leader) to spotlight. Our focus for this In the Moment special is to educate and inspire listeners with stories on Black women, past and present, who were forces in their industries.In the second of four episodes, the spotlight is on Rosalind Brewer - a businesswoman who went from scientist to the c-suite of major corporations. Learn a little more about Rosalind and be inspired in carving out your own path to success.Enjoy the show!__________________________________________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

In the Moment - Mary Ellen PleasantAs part of our Black History Month series, Black Women in Business, we're bringing you a trailblazing Black woman in business (either entrepreneur or business leader) to spotlight. Our focus for this In the Moment special is to educate and inspire listeners with stories on Black women, past and present, who were forces in their industries.In the first of four episodes, the spotlight is on Mary Ellen Pleasant. Businesswoman and investor of the late 19th and early 20th century who leverage her wealth to aid in abolition and civil rights. Learn more about Mary Ellen and her life story in this episode. Enjoy the show!__________________________________________________________________Make sure you subscribe to the show to join us for every new episode. "Like" it on your app and share it with friends & family! Help us spread the word

Crushing Goals is ComplicatedIt's time to set those 2021 Business Goals (and personal ones too!). It's January. A new year. We're focused on meeting those successes we want to see in 2021. The successes we want in our business and in our personal lives and we're getting specific about it. In this episode, 5 questions will guide you on your journey to creating and crushing your 2021 goals.What is success for my business (or personal life) in 2021?How do I measure success?What is the path to success?How do we do this?What triggers an adjustment or pivot?Listen to the show, take notes, brainstorm, then request a copy of our Goal Planning Toolkit (click the link) to get you ready for 2021!Go crush those goals!___________________________________________________New Mini-Course launched - Optimize the Process is a mini-course focused on helping you with doing the sustainability work in your biz by writing and implementing standard operating procedures and training. Purchase it today!Check out The DeVain Collective Facebook page (formerly Business with Sheena) and share your insights with the community.Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like Purpose. Profit. Impact. directly to your inbox!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the Moment - Centering YouOn this bonus special episode of the Beautifully Complicated Podcast, we're laying all the focus on you. Yes, you! As we wrap up the year of 2020 (thank God!), we're taking some time to take care of ourselves and make sure we're ready to enter 2021 with a beautiful spirit filled with hope and peace. How are we doing that? By doing these 4 things to Center You:Expressing GratitudeDoing something nice for yourselfSetting 2021 Goals & Intentions (download the free workbook here)Getting RestCentering you will help you recharge and reset so you're rejuvenated for the new year.This is the last Beautifully Complicated episode for 2020. We'll see you in 2021!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)How to connect with The DeVain Collective or Sheena: Make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like Purpose. Profit. Impact. directly to your inbox!Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.1st Mini-Course launched - Optimize the Process is a course focused on helping you with doing the sustainability work in your biz by writing and implementing standard operating procedures and training. Purchase it today!You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The election is underway! Voting is happening. November 3rd, Election Day, is when it all ends. Make your voice heard this election cycle and vote at every level. In this episode, I'm giving you a brief rundown of what's happened over the few years so you can go to the polls armed with motivation to change the office of the presidency. If you haven't voted already, check out www.iwillvote.com to find out if you're registered and locate your polls. Go to your Board of Elections website or Secretary of State's website to find a sample ballot so you can research who and what's on the ballot. Let's vote! Our vote is our voice so let's make sure it's heard loud and clear this election season! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Falling Back into Purpose is Complicated - As the season’s change from summer to fall, it’s time to begin the journey to fall back into your purpose.Segment 1 What’s Happening NowIt’s our 50th episode! Let’s celebrate! One way to celebrate is with great music and talking about the amazing Verzuz with Patti & Gladys and how in that time they gave a Masterclass on what it means to work in your purpose.Segment 2 Self CareSelf care means making sure your environment is conducive for you to get motivated to fall back into your purpose. Create the right space to give you what you need from bringing nature inside, decorating, and bringing in the right sounds to get in the right mindset of purpose.Segment 3 Black ExcellenceBlack women are in the spotlight in light of the failure in justice for Breonna Taylor. This segment is for all of my Black ladies to remind you of how great you are and how powerful you are.Segment 4 The Biz CornerGet your business connected to your purpose. Listen, grab your notebook, and let’s do the work in Q4 to get purposeful! What are the 4 things we’re talking about? Clarity, alignment, focus, and delivery. Let’s do it.Additional Goodies & Info:New Mini-Course launched - Optimize the Process is a mini-course focused on helping you with doing the sustainability work in your biz by writing and implementing standard operating procedures and training. Purchase it today!Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like Purpose. Profit. Impact. directly to your inbox!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sustainability is Complicated - It’s time to think about making sure your most valuable resource is protected - YOU!Segment 1 What’s Happening NowLot happening in the world. We’re still here though so let’s focus on what it means to sustain.Segment 2 Self CareGo within. Listen to your body. What does it need? Create a Sustainability Self-Care Toolkit that you can pull from to sustain yourself.Segment 3 Black ExcellenceWho are we rooting for? EVERYBODY BLACK! Issa Rae is in the spotlight on this episode. The media mogul has been applying pressure in entertainment and business.Segment 4 The Biz CornerYour business needs to be equipped to sustain. Sustain tough times. Sustain growth. Sustain overall. Five tips on how to build sustainability into your business.New Mini-Course launched - Optimize the Process is a mini-course focused on helping you with doing the sustainability work in your biz by writing and implement standard operating procedures and training. Purchase it today!Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like The Monday Memo directly to your inbox!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the Moment - We are tired and ready for changeIn this bonus special, I wanted to express my thoughts and feelings on the recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd and the social unrest that has been fueled. Black people in America are tired. We're tired of being murdered in the streets, profiled by vigilantes, treated like criminals, not given justice, equality, or the basic right to life. We're tired. We are imploring America to change. We're pushing for reform across our institutions - from criminal justice to healthcare and beyond. It is time for America to live up to its ideals. Let's talk about it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the Moment - CEO or Operations Manager? Which are you?When you’re running a business, it’s easy to lose sight of the role you have in the business. We have CEO as a title, but our jobs are more aligned with that of an Operations Manager. We’re doing the tasks instead of focusing on strategic growth and actions surrounding it. It’s time to make a mindset shift and actions shift into being a true CEO and see the results we want for our businesses and lives. I mentioned a few links in the show, so check them out below!Read my blog post on this topic on my site. Check it out: CEO or Operations Manager? Which are you?Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like The Monday Memo directly to your inbox! I talked about this very topic in the latest newsletter.Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Pivot is Complicated - Whether it’s your personal day-to-day life or your business, these times have lent themselves to being optimal for a pivot.Segment 1 What’s Happening NowEverything changed in a snap. We’re all navigating life in the times of this virus. Anxiety is running high. Readjustments are happening. Let’s talk about it.Segment 2 Self CarePause. Breathe. Reset. Taking care of you in the time of coronavirus. Five tips on what you can do to find your peace in uncertain times.Segment 3 Black ExcellenceDoing something different! Honoring you for excellence in helping us maintain social distancing, pivoting in self-care and business, and turning lemons into lemonade in your life. Segment 4 The Biz CornerIt may just be time for a pivot! 4 tips to determine if your business can be adjusted to generate revenue and meet customer demands.Mentioned a few additional sites you should visit in the show:Read my blog post - Time to Pivot on my site!Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like The Monday Memo directly to your inbox!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New series alert: We’re doing something new at Beautifully Complicated. Launching an interview-series that will feature different people doing major things in their respective areas. This series is called Positioned in Purpose and will air several interviews over this year.This episode is an interview with St. Clair Detrick-Jules. She is a photogragher, filmmaker, social activist, and big sister. St. Clair created a photobook as a love letter to her little sister to help her embrace and love her natural, curly hair. Dear Khloe: Love Letters to My Little Sister is a book filled with beautiful photos and interviews with women and girls sharing their stories about their natural hair and offering beautiful words of support to Khloe about hers. Check out the interview and learn more about the Dear Khloe project and book at www.dearkhloe.comFind her on social:Instagram: @dear_khloeTwitter: @dearkhloeFacebook: www.facebook.com/dearkhloe/-------------------------------------------------------------Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like The Monday Memo directly to your inbox!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Strategic Positioning is Complicated - Properly position your personal and business brand to carve out your niche of the marketplace and showcase your values.Segment 1 What’s Happening NowYour personal brand positioning is major! It aligns with your mission and purpose in life. It should be authentic to you. Are you positioned as your truest self or are you not yet there? Have a couple of examples to share with you on how two celebs recent events showcases their personal brand and how they incorporate it into their business.Segment 2 Self CarePositioning yourself in your own life is important to remaining true to your values and purpose. Gratitude. Passion Projects. Good People. These things can help you stay grounded and true to yourself.Segment 3 Black ExcellenceThe spotlight is on Melissa Butler - CEO & Founder of The Lip Bar. This beauty maven recognized an area where she can fill the void for inclusive natural beauty and she positioned herself to own it.Segment 4 The Biz CornerStrategic Positioning is defined by carving your niche in the marketplace - the value your business has to offer for your consumers. 5 tips to get you on the path of crafting your positioning strategy and a 6th step to make you do it! Get your notepad and pen ready!Mentioned a few additional sites you should visit in the show:Check out my Business with Sheena Facebook page and share your insights with the community.Sign up for my email list so you can get amazing goodies like The Monday Memo directly to your inbox!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Perfect Vision is Complicated - Realizing our 2020 Vision with solid goals for our lives and businessesSegment 1 What’s Happening Now2020 goal setting gave me anxiety! I want to talk about my story of setting my own 2020 goals, how it made me feel, and my focus on being all God has called me to be and helping you do the same! Segment 2 Self CareDealing with anxiety as you outline your vision and develop your goals. Sharing 3 things you can do to help navigate through that anxiety - from deep breathing to getting active. We got this!Segment 3 Black ExcellenceMess in a Bottle founder, Kalilah Wright is in the spotlight! I’m sharing her story as she realized her purpose and birthed her business.Segment 4 The Biz CornerCrafting your 2020 Vision for your business requires setting realistic, attainable, and measurable goals. There are a few things you should consider to reach your 2020 vision & goals - creating a plan, setting targets & metrics, allowing space for pivots & flexibility, and being consistent.It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bonus Special - In The Moment - Leadership & CultureTreating your employees well shouldn’t be difficult. Check out this In the Moment bonus feature focused on The Verge’s article on Away, the travel brand and the toxic culture some employees experienced. In this episode, I will spotlight 3 red flags from the article and how to avoid them as you build your company culture. If you haven’t read about the toxic work environment at Away spotlighted in The Verge, check it out here. Want to make sure other entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs are able to connect with the show? Make sure you hit that 'Like' button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pre-sales are Complicated - Time to sell before you launch!Segment 1 What’s Happening NowDisney Plus subscription service launched this week! Are you also overwhelmed by the amount of content that filled your childhood now available to stream whenever? I am! Anyway, I’m talking about the launch and pre-sale that Disney did for this new subscription service!Segment 2 Self CareCrafting a pre-sale strategy is demanding work. It requires lots of time, energy, and brainpower. Let me give you 3 tips by getting active, creative, and social while prepping for that pre-sale launch.Segment 3 Black ExcellenceHonoring our ancestors. Fawn Weaver launched a whiskey brand, Uncle Nearest 1856, to commemorate the legacy of her great-great-great uncle who helped launch Jack Daniels during the time of slavery.Segment 4 The Biz CornerLet’s prep for a pre-sale and gain some revenue before we launch the product! Giving you 4 tips on pre-sales and providing context as to why this can be a winning strategy.I talked a little about my Launch Optimized service pack in the show. Wanna know more about my program, Launch Optimized, check it out here! It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In The Moment - Customer InterviewingIn this In The Moment bonus segment the topic is on interviewing perspective customers. You have an idea and now you want to make sure it’s viable before you invest time, energy, and money. The next step after the idea is to starting talking. Talking to potential customers to feel out the market and make sure you what you have is something people are willing to buy. In this episode, we will cover some quick tips on the general customer interviewing process that can benefit you on your journey to launched!Want to know more about my Launch Optimized, find more on my website and then connect with me so we can prep for your launch!Want to make sure other entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs are able to connect with the show? Make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Knowing Your Customer is Complicated - Let’s bring the customer to the forefront when prepping for launch.Segment 1 What’s Happening NowI hear the bells of impeachment on the horizon. The House officially opened an impeachment inquiry. Oh and Rihanna and Oprah gave us a couple of lessons in running empires this week.Segment 2 Self CareFall is here! New seasons are the perfect time to get resettled and reorganized and ready for ready for what’s to come. Clean up, declutter, get organized, and get ready to have better clarity and improved productivity.Segment 3 Black ExcellenceIn the spotlight is a woman who is sure to take the fintech industry by storm, Sheena Allen - founder and CEO of CapWay. This CEO is focused on serving the underserved in banking and bringing them into the cashless future.Segment 4 The Biz CornerCustomers are the most important part of your business! So, why are you waiting until the moment of selling to involve them in your business? Time to get to know what they want early on and curating your idea to meet that.Wanna know more about my program, Launch Optimized, check it out here! It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 42 The Perfect Offer is ComplicatedWe hear so much about crafting the perfect offer and how that offer must be packaged well so we can get the sales we want to see. In this episode, I’m giving you a peek into some of the things you need on the path of crafting that perfect offer!Segment 1: What’s Happening NowThe latest Apple Event gave us a good reminder of what it means to craft an experience when prepping our launch so customers get a better feel of how our product fits into their lives. Forbes misstepped BIG TIME leaving out plenty of women on their latest list of innovators. Big mistake. Big. Huge. *A little Pretty Woman reference ;)* Hurricane Dorian hit the Bahamas and there are many ways you can help those devastated by the storm. Here are a few links to articles that list ways you can help:Forbes - Ways to help Bahamas Hurricane RecoveryFast Company - Ways to help Hurricane Dorian Victims in the BahamasNY Times - Hurricane Dorian: How to HelpSegment 2: Self CareOur lives are already overflowing with things to do and responsibilities. It’s important to center ourselves in these moments and give ourselves an opportunity to just be. From allowing ourselves to feel emotions to tapping into things that bring us joy, centering YOU is necessary work.Segment 3: Black ExcellenceActor Tracee Ellis Ross just launched her hair care beauty brand, Pattern Beauty! The queen of curly hair is finally sharing with the masses good formulations that quench those curls and coils leaving your hair frizz-free and beautiful. Excited about this one, so she had to be spotlighted!Segment 4: The Biz CornerCraft that perfect offer, people! Take that huge list of ideas, pare it down, and create the right offer/product that fits what your customers want and launch! 4 tips on crafting the right offer to launch with your customers kept top of mind.It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beautifully Complicated Podcast Presents: In The Moment (Bonus Special) - Launching Before You're ReadyLaunching is obviously the most important event in a business where we go from conception to selling. Unfortunately, too many of us wait forever to launch because we want everything to be perfect. Perfect isn't an option. Launch. Why? Because business success is wrapped up in the timing of the launch –– the actual time it hits the market to sell. Check out the episode and listen to why you should launch before you're ready.Go ahead and hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available, and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going and help others find it on the podcast platforms!Connect with the host!You can always reach out to Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the BeautifullyComplicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is BeautifullyComplicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 41 Launching is ComplicatedAs entrepreneurs we all know what it’s like to launch a new product or service into the marketplace. It’s a lot of work, time, and energy. In this episode of Beautifully Complicated Podcast, the topic is on the art of launching and how to take care of you during that stressful time.Segment 1: What’s Happening NowTrump’s been going on a racist rampage attacking Congress people of color. Let’s talk about that and the very real impact systemic racism has had on our communities and its effort to stifle our path to success through education, entrepreneurship, and beyond.Segment 2: Self CareLaunching is stressful! In this segment, we’re de-stressing and decompressing during before and during our launches by taking time to workout, meditate, and get away. Self Care is super important in this moment.Segment 3: Black ExcellenceRuby Love founder, Crystal Etienne, is in the spotlight. The launch of her period panties and its technology in 2015 has made her a heavyweight in the feminine care industry. Segment 4: The Biz CornerLet’s launch! Three tips on how to successfully launch with a mindshift and marketing savvy, Get ready!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com Work with Sheena on your business: https://sheenahunt.com/contact-me/ And make sure you like the Beautifully Complicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is Beautifully Complicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Meeting Goals is Complicated.We set goals in January on what we wanted to see manifest this year. Now it’s time to do a mid-year check-in to determine if we’re on track to meet those goals or determine if we have to make some changes.Segment 1: What’s Happening NowSuper short one on this episode! The border crisis is still ongoing and still deserving of airtime until we see changes. So, talking a little about the latest with at the U.S. Southern border. In international business news, Africa is working on a trade pact for the continent. Quickly covering that topic and what it can mean for the continent.Segment 2: Self CareIt’s July so time for that mid-year check-in. How are we doing on the quest to meet our goals in our lives - whether in business, health, finances, or whatever. A gut check is needed so we can make sure we hit those goals before year end.Segment 3: Black ExcellencePat McGrath, makeup guru and beauty brand boss, is in the spotlight on this episode. She’s taken her passion for makeup artistry to new heights with her label Pat McGrath Labs and truly taking the industry by storm. Learn more about her in the show.Segment 4: The Biz CornerAs promised, here’s part 2 of Knowing your Entrepreneurial Personality Type! This episode is focused on the gaps in the personalities and how to fill them to be successful. Take notes or if download the helper guide. How? Just click here!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the BeautifullyComplicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is BeautifullyComplicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beautifully Complicated Podcast Presents: In The Moment (Bonus Special) - Peak Productivity TimeWhat time are you your most productive? When do you find yourself in the zone and overflowing with creativity and great ideas? That's your peak time to create, curate, and strategize to produce your best work. Identify that time in your workday and leverage it effectively by doing the most important, high intensity work in those moments.This quick In The Moment special is focusing on effectively utilizing our peak productivity time in our workday. Download the free Peak Productivity Analysis worksheet at www.sheenahunt.com and click on Podcast! Or click this handy dandy link to download.Go ahead and hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available, and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going and help others find it on the podcast platforms!Connect with the host!You can always reach out to Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the BeautifullyComplicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is BeautifullyComplicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 39 Knowing Your Type is ComplicatedAs entrepreneurs, we should know what type of person we are at our core. That gives us an idea of areas of opportunity for growth or who we need to hire to help us advance forward and reach our dreams and walk fully in our purpose.Segment 1: What’s Happening NowHumanitarian crises are surrounding us. We have a major ongoing crisis at the Southern Border of the U.S. that is leaving kids without basic hygiene necessities and hungry with little sleep. It’s horrible what is happening and we must standup and speak out. Call Congress and demand a change now! Migrants are people. We need to treat them as such. Also, there’s a crisis in Sudan. Check out this article in Fast Company on ways to help the Sudanese who are under attack by their interim military government. Kim’s being messy with branding and culturally appropriating again. Seriously, girl, no. Oh and new news for Beautifully Complicated Podcast!!!!Segment 2: Self CareWhat’s in an environment? EVERYTHING! Know and create the best environment for you to maintain peace, tranquility, creativity, or whatever vibe you want and need. Segment 3: Black ExcellencePinky Cole, founder of Slutty Vegan, is getting the spotlight. We all need to try out her burgers, even if you’re not vegan. Which, by the way, why aren’t you plant-based yet?!? Anyway, check out this segment on this lifelong entrepreneur and let me know if you’ve had her burgers yet!Segment 4: The Biz CornerWe’re all about knowing our love language, but do we know our entrepreneurial language - ok that doesn’t roll off the tongue as well. What are you? Driver? Do-er? Creative? Visionary? Check out the segment and download the worksheet to find out!It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available, and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the BeautifullyComplicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is BeautifullyComplicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 38 Being a Business is Complicated was the epitome of money talk.Segment 1: What’s Happening NowForbes released its list of millionaire and billionaire and 3 notable names jumped out - Rihanna came out swinging as the #1 female musician making money moves. Serena the GOAT of tennis let it be known she’s a powerhouse in VCs too. Then, Jay Z laid out the blueprint for becoming a hip hop billionaire.Segment 2: Self CareGet back to you. We lose ourselves sometimes in life and get away from what is important to us and who we are. It’s time to recognize it in yourself and start the work in getting back to you.Segment 3: Black ExcellenceIt’s Pride Month so we had to make sure the LGBTQ community was well represented and this epiosode’s spotlighted woman is definitely great representation. Talking about the super talented screenwriter, producer, and actor - Lena Waithe.Segment 4: The Biz CornerTime to talk money. Get over the awkwardness of it all and get real about money. It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available, and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the BeautifullyComplicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is BeautifullyComplicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Just wanted to express a little gratitude on my birthday to those who listen to the show, those who surround me daily in my life, and, of course, to God for being my beacon of light. 34 years old. 34 times around the sun. And I'm just getting started. Listen to this quick special clip and be blessed! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 37: Empowered Women are ComplicatedWomen are powerful and empowered. We are not monoliths nor are we silent when people try to strip us of what we know is ours. We will always fight. We will always rise. We will win.Segment 1: What’s Happening NowWomen’s rights are under attack in a way we haven’t seen in decades. Several states have written and passed so-called heartbeat bills to ban abortions at 6 weeks of pregnancy. Giving the deets and why we need to fight to preserve our rights. Balancing out the bad news with good news in black girl magicdom - Beyonce made a uber good deal with Uber and Rihanna’s stepping into a new role of leading a fashion house with LVMH.Segment 2: Self CareYour mental health is very important and with all that’s happening around us, it’s more important than ever that we take good care of ourselves. Therapy is a great outlet that so many of us need but is stigmatized unfairly. Let’s talk about why you should get therapy in this segment. Check out Therapy for Black Girls.Segment 3: Black ExcellenceRihanna. She’s the focus. That’s all.Segment 4: The Biz CornerStop focusing all of your attention on the competition and focus on keeping your brand on track and wowing your customers. Stay in your lane and see solid results in your business.It’s a great show, so make sure you hit that like button, rate the show, subscribe to get the latest updates when new episodes are available, and share it with friends and family! That’s how you keep the conversation going! I’d love to hear from you and engage. I swear I don’t bite :)You can always reach out to the host, Sheena, at:Twitter: @SheenaD1 - https://twitter.com/SheenaD1 Instagram: @SheenaD1 - https://instagram.com/SheenaD1 Website: www.sheenahunt.com And make sure you like the BeautifullyComplicated Podcast page on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/beautifullycomplicatedpodcast/ Always remember that the best life is BeautifullyComplicated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.