Freedom Slay Podcast

The "Influencer's Influencer" Tiara Willis, who took over the influencer world at the age of 14,  speaks from the heart about her personal experiences becoming the face behind many beauty and makeup influencer campaigns and a voice for women of color in beauty. Upon graduating high school with high honors at the young age of 16, Tiara had already built a social media empire providing tips, insight, and info to her loyal followers (previously @makeupforwomenofcolor).  Now, with half a million followers across platforms, at the age of 21, Tiara is a licensed esthetician and internationally renowned beauty and skincare influencer who has worked with CeraVe, Nissan, Target, L'Oréal, Ulta Beauty, POPSUGAR x Garnier Green Labs, Paula's Choice, Topicals, Harvard University, Burt's Bees and multiple collaborations with Twitter including Twitter Spaces and InStyle to name a few. 

Philomina Kane is the founder of Kin Apparel, a inclusive clothing and accessories brand with an emphasis on haircare. Kin Apparel's satin-lined hoodies have gotten the attention of the Sharks on Shark Tank and people across the globe.  Website: https://kinapparel.org/Instagram: @kinapparel_  Philomina's IG: @naturallyphilo

In this episode you will learn all about sales psychology: what is it and how can you leverage it.  Natasha Zoryk is a 7-figure business mentor, international speaker & podcast host. She has helped clients reach 6-figures in 8 months and even hit $300,000 in revenue in 3 months! She didn't start here. She actually left her cushy Canadian Government job that was paying her $61,000 a year at the age of 21 straight out of college. Natashazoryk.comnatasha.zorykGo high level

How to shift your mindset, reclaim your body & tap into your true potential

Want to learn how manifesting really works and why you keep getting stuck? Well you found the perfect episode as we discuss that, along with and all things EFT. Theresa is the founder of Becoming More Me and works with high achievers to overcome their distractions and limiting beliefs in order to align their ambitious business and family goals with their actions and values so they can enjoy their present moments while they manifest even greater outcomes.theresalearlevine.com

In this episode, we're diving specifically into productivity tech hacks for entrepreneurs and how to outsource to a virtual assistant or virtual team. Molly Rose Speed is a talented strategic thinker with cultivated skills in online tech solutions, systems, seamless automation, online programs and processes that improve company efficiencies. She has launched her career from being a corporate accountant cubicle dweller to becoming an entrepreneur and a creator of Virtual Assistant Academy - which provides trusted Virtual Assistant solutions and flawless tech execution serving busy entrepreneurs and business owners. Molly Rose is the go-to professional for some of the most successful entrepreneurs in the speaker/author and content creator industry.www.virtualassistantacademy.com www.virtualassistantmanagement.com https://www.instagram.com/mollyrosespeed/

For over 25 years, Taliah Waajid has been a leading Natural Hair Care specialist, a licensed Master cosmetologist and the manufacturer of the first complete line of beauty products for natural, chemical-free hair care. She also founded and hosts The World Natural Hair Show Which is the first, largest and most influential lifestyle event for natural and multicultural hair, beauty & wellness.In this episode we dive into what it was like spearheading an industry that did not exist and how she went from the corner of a salon, to selling products out of her garage to the shelves of Walmart, Target  Sally beauty and more.Website:https://naturalhairshow.org/ Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/naturalhairshow/https://www.instagram.com/taliahwaajidbrand/https://www.instagram.com/iamtaliahwaajid/https://www.instagram.com/wocbsummit/https://www.instagram.com/ckcatl/

Ashaala Shanae is a Celebrity Vocal Health Expert and Pedagogy Performance Coach with over 20 years of experience providing voice care and vocal instruction in the Music and Entertainment Industry. Her Vocal Coaching and Instructional Agency has generated over a million dollars in revenue. She's worked with major music acts, such as a Grammy Award Winning Soul Icon, Betty Wright, Award-winning Gospel Artists, Yolanda Adams, Erica Campbell (of Mary Mary), Award-Winning Music Icon, Patti LaBelle, and so many moreGuest Info:Instagram -  @ashaalashanae WebsitesAshaalaShanae.liveVocal University Info / Sign UpVoice Masters Academy Info / Sign UpHost Info:Instagram - @gayneteWebsitesGaynete.comMenstrual Care Business: BestPeriodt.com--

At just 27 years old, our guest today is an award-winning actor, producer, singer, and television personality. Kalen Allen catapulted into the mainstream media, reaching millions of people worldwide across his social media platforms and through his online content. In this episode we dive into his journey, where he's going, important lessons learnt along the way.Kalen's Instagram: @thekalenallenKalen's YouTube: @thekallenallenKalen's Twitter: @thekalenallenYour hosts socials:Instagram: @gayneteBusiness IG: @best.periodtWebsite: Gaynete.comBusiness Website: BestPeriodt.com--

Shanice Miller is a business productivity consultant, specializing in project management, who helps businesses save hundreds of hours—and thousands of dollars—by identifying and creating solutions for operational inefficiencies. If you're feeling the pain of not having an effective project management system in place then you're gonna love this episode.tasklygoup.com/fsp

Amy Porterfield is an ex-corporate girl turned online marketing expert and CEO of a multimillion-dollar business. During her corporate days, Amy worked with mega-brands like Harley-Davidson, as well as Peak Performance Coach Tony Robbins. After one fateful boardroom meeting and witnessing the lifestyle, financial, and work freedom an online business has to offer, Amy developed her nine-to-five exit plan and never looked back. Through her best-selling courses and top-ranked marketing podcast Online Marketing Made Easy, Amy has helped hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs turn in their two weeks' notice and trade burnout for freedom, income, and impact.And now, Amy has a book coming out all about how you can do the same, entitled, Two Weeks Notice.Amy's work has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, CNBC, Business Insider, Entrepreneur, and more. Her company has twice been awarded the Inc. 5000 Award as one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S.Learn more at AmyPorterfield.comGrab Two Weeks Notice on Amazon  or wherever books are sold!

Michael McGriff's game Growing Up Black Memes has an exclusive deal for distraction in all Target stores. Getting there however, was not an easy road and in this episode we discuss what it took and exactly how Michael got his product onto Target shelves.Growing Up Black Memes can be found at all Target stores, online, and on Target's app. Their Out of Bounds game can be found at outofboundsgame.net or Amazon. You can follow and learn more about the games on their Instagram page @outofboundsgame.About your Host:   Gayneté Jones is an entrepreneur, podcaster, keynote speaker, best-selling author, contributor for Black Enterprise, a wife and a mother. She has most recently founded Best, Periodt. , a unique menstrual care brand changing the game -- making periods sustainable, fun, comfortable and cool, for the first time. You can find her on Instagram @gaynete or on her site at Gaynete.com

Sanya Richards-Ross is an Olympic track gold medallist, a 6x World Champion, and the newest addition to Real Housewives of Atlanta. She is also a brand ambassador for Nike (and has been for over 20 years), a serial entrepreneur, a sports analyst on NBC, iFit Partner, and the founder of Mommi Nation, a site that is creating a much-needed community for Black mothers.In this episode, we dive into her journey and the process behind building solid brands and community. You can find Sanya Richards-Ross' Mommi Nation  at MommiNation.com or on Instagram @mommination and Sanya Richards-Ross is on Instagram @sanyarichiross and online at SanyaRichardRoss.comAbout your Host:   Gayneté Jones is an entrepreneur, podcaster, keynote speaker, best-selling author, contributor for Black Enterprise, a wife and a mother. She has most recently founded Best, Periodt. , a unique menstrual care brand changing the game -- making periods sustainable, fun, comfortable and cool, for the first time. You can find her on Instagram @gaynete or on her site at Gaynete.com

Make A Move Podcast Make A Move Podcast showcases stories of how people have found creative ways to live...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Do you dread public speaking? Do you worry that if the press called you may not have the perfect thing to say? In this episode, guest Jessica Abo will dive into all that & more. You'll get tangible takeaways to develop the confidence you need to no longer fear or dread public speaking so that you can take your brand and business to the next level.We dive into creating sound bites for television, building confidence in interviews and strategies to dodge Qs you don't want to  answer and pivoting the conversation where you want it to go. Jessica Abo, media trainer, storytelling coach, and award-winning journalist. She is also an actress who has appeared onThe Amazing Spider Man & Gossip Girl. So we get into her story too. Get Press with Jessica Abo:Jessicaabo.com/getpress

In this episode, learn Marketing By Monrae's 8 step process to create a successful campaign.  If you're in business, you will have to learn to market your products / services / events, and at some point those products / services / events will need to be introduced to your audience in a fun way to drum up excitement and encourage them to buy.Monrae's Instagram : @marketingbymonraemobuniverdity.org 

If you ever wanted to learn what it takes to get your product into retail, like what it realllly takes, then this episode is for you. I have my friend Leeanna Gantt here to share the ins and outs of retail, along with many things you would've never imagined happen when you get onto shelves. Leeanna is the founder of TookTake, A unique tracking system (in the form of sticker labels) created to help users determine if they took (or need to take) their medication. Her product is currently in 1,500 Walmart stores and 2,500 CVS stores across the US. Safe to say, she knows a thing, or 3 about retail.Leeanna's IG: @tooktakeTookTake.com

Marissa Kearney, the founder of @TargetWhileBlack is all about mindful buying and dives into the challenges Black brands face in the retail space, the assistance available to make it a bit easier, and the other side of going viral on Instagram and TikTok.Marissa is a former teacher turned Influencer for Black Brands. Her popular platforms, TargetWhileBlack and RetailWhileBlack turned into a movement where she shows the community they can also shop Black in retail stores. On her pages she, highlights Black brands, representation, and all-around cool things she finds in retail.  Her overall goal is to raise awareness and increase exposure to Black brands in retail stores.Follow Target While Black:On IG: @targetwhileblackOn TikTok: @targetwhileblackOn Twitter: @targetwhileblkFollow Retail While Black:On IG: @retailwhileblackOn TikTok: @retailwhileblack

 Everyone in business is in the business of sales. Learn all about survival vs strategic pricing,  her 4 pillars of pricing, validating the market and how to attain and retain clients. If you've ever been fearful of increasing your pricing, or wondered what it takes to do so? In this episode, sales  expert Ruth-Joy Connell, shares exactly how to do this.Take Ruth-Joy's 'Am I Ready to Charge 5 Figures' Quiz here Find Ruth-Joy on LinkedIn Listen to Ruth-Joy's The Profit Scale podcast

When we last had Black Girl Sunscreen Founder & CEO Shontay  Lundy on the podcast in 2020 (EP 29), she had her 1 product in 250 Target stores and a staff of 6. Fast-forward 2 years and she and her staff of 16 have 4 products in over 10,000 Target, Ulta, CVS and Walgreens stores.  Needless to say, a lot has happened and we had a lot of catching up to do. In this episode Shontay talks about the growing pains of rapid expansion, marketing strategies used, lessons learned and investment moves. So many great takeaways in this one.BlackGirlSunScreen.comIG: @blackgirlsunscreenIG: @shontay_lundyHost:The host, Gayneté Jones chatted briefly about her Black owned menstrual care brand Best, Periodt. as well. You can find them on Instagram @best.periodt 

If you're new to the world of entrepreneurship and are trying to figure out how to find clients, this is thee episode for you. Podcast guest Tiffani Higgins is the founder of the Stay at Home Bookkeeper Academy and a mother of five who has figured out the recipe to getting new clients. We dive into how she does it as well as chat about her bookkeeping business.Website:  https://stayathomebookkeeper.com/Tiffani's Social Media:LinkedIn - tiffanihigginsFacebook - Have Your Cake and Eat It TooInstagram - @haveyourcakeeatittoohiggins 

Duane Jones, founder of ArtPayMe is a graphic designer, painter, podcaster and all around dope creative. In this episode, we dive into  wearing (& juggling) multiple hats, along with facing fear head-on when taking on your creative ventures.Find Duane on Instagram @artpaysme and Twitter @artpaysme

Retirement may seem like it's too long away to give much serious thought, but Tanya Taylor,  CPA, MBA will share why this is not the case and how to prepare for it in a way that feels achievable. Mentioned in  episode:Book: What People Think of Me Is Not My BusinessWebsite: growyourwealth10x.comInstagram: @growyourwealth10xYoutube: @GrowYourWealthTV

Confidence in the real world and in business can be the difference between getting what you want and being passed over. In this episode, we hear from confidence expert Melody Pourmoradi and dive into overcoming blocks and perfection paralysis. As a twin girl mom, an award winning author, empowerment coach, podcast host + founder of the GiRLiFE Certification program, Melody Pourmoradi is on a mission to introduce girls and women alike to their personal power.  Melody's heart-centered Business has been featured in Forbes, The Today Show, Huffington Post, Bella Magazine and others.Connect with Melody:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlifeempowerment/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/girlsempowermentbiz/Website: www.getgirlpower.com--Connect with your host of the Freedom Slay Podcast, Gayneté JonesWebsite: Gaynete.comHer Black-owned Menstrual Cup business: BestPeriodt.comOn Instagram: @gaynete and @best.periodt

Learn what you need to be focusing on as a New Majority business owner for you business to take off with our amazing guest Melissa Bradley.  In this episode with discuss the numbers you need to be focused on, what scaling really means (and what it entails) and what investors are really paying attention to.our guest Melissa Bradley is a community leader, brilliant entrepreneur, savvy investor, and professor at Georgetown University— and these are just a few of the hats she wears.  She has most recently Founded and is Managing Partner of 1863 Ventures – a business development program that accelerates New Majority entrepreneurs from high potential to high growth.  Learn more about 1863 Ventures at 1863Ventures.net or on their Instagram page @1863Ventures . Melissa is also on Twitter @bradleyml and Instagram @bradleyml

There hasn't been a solo episode in a while. Let's chat the year in review, plans for the future & how those goals will come to life.The host discusses launching her menstrual care brand Best Periodt and where she sees it going in the next 12 months. Check out the best menstrual cups in the game:https://bestperiodt.comLink for planner mentioned in episode here

Bianca Edwards, Floyd Mayweather's former aesthetician, is the founder of the first black-owned, luxury beauty tool brand, BDR (Beauty Done Right). In this episode we discuss her journey, mindset and plans for the future. Website: bdrbeautydoneright.comIG: @bdr_beautydoneright

Akilah Releford has returned to the Freedom Slay Podcast to discuss the recent sale of her business and events that led to this point. We also get into routines, Tik Tok and the organisation required to pull off the huge feats she has in such a short period of time. Keep up with Akilah and her company Mary Louise Cosmetics on Instagram @akilahreleford and @marylouisecosmetics . You can shop Mary Louise Cosmetics at MyMaryLouise.comCheck out Akilah's first episode 43 entitled: 43 - A Master Lesson In Entrepreneurship & The Need to Pivot with 23 Year Old Akilah Releford

Jaclyn Mellone, a.k.a. the 'Go-To Gal',  breaks down her 5 part framework for getting you noticed in your line of work. Jaclyn Mellone is the founder of Go-To Gal Media, business coach for entrepreneurs, and host of the Go-To Gal podcast.  She speaks with experts around the globe to help them become the Go-To Authority in their space, and has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Yahoo Finance, Reader's Digest, and Parents. Keep connected with Jaclyn:Website: http://www.jaclynmellone.comInstagram: @jaclyn_melloneQuiz - Which Movie Villain is Sabotaging Your Success:www.Jaclynmellone.com/quiz

Noel Durity is another Shark Tank star gracing the Freedom Slay stages, who is doing big things. In this episode he shares how he built a product from scratch, overcame hurdles along the way and the problem solving skills required to succeed. Noel's Twist It Up Comb has millions in sales and it's only the beginning. Keep In Contact with Noel & Twist It Up Comb:Website: Twistitupcomb.comInstagram: @twistitup / @noel.durity 

In this episode you'll learn the key thing our guest does as a precaution when throwing huge events, the importance of routine, the make up of a successful entrepreneur and so much more. Our guest, Ronsley Vaz, is a man with many titles: podcaster, author, philanthropist and serial entrepreneur. He is the Chief Day Dreamer at the AMPLIFY group. AMPLIFY is Australia's First Audio Marketing Agency. Ronsley hosts the First Podcasting Conference in the Southern Hemisphere - We Are Podcast. and is the podcast host of both The Psychology of Entrepreneurship and Should I Start a Podcast?You can find Ronsley Vaz on Clubhouse, on Instagram @RonsleyVaz and Twitter @RonsleyVisit Ronsley's site at: MustAmplify.com/ronsleyCheck out his podcasts:The Psychology of Entrepreneurship Should I Start a Podcast?

Duane Myko has grit by the pound and in this episode, you'll get a dose of what it really takes to succeed. From being broke and living in his car, to striking a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank and getting his burgers in stores across the country, this entrepreneur knows a thing (or five!) about perseverance and shares his wisdom with listeners.Everything Legendary has plant based burgers (and other meat substitutes) that are changing the game. Not only are they dubbed the best plant-based burgers, but the best burgers, periodt. You can follow them on Instagram at @go_legendary or visit their site at GoLegendary.com--Your Host:You can find Gaynete on Instagram @gaynete or visit her site at Gaynete.comGayneté's high capacity Best Periodt menstrual cup is perfect for those with heavy flows and comfortable enough for those with light flows too. It's creating a serious buzz, honey.  You can take a menstrual cup quiz to find your perfect size best period cup and then grab the best menstrual cup in the game.

In 2.5 years Colin Rego has hired more than 200 people, generated over 15 million dollars and has made a huge impact thanks to his company's Sargasso Sea app. It was not an easy road to get to this point though and in this episode, he shares his failures, difficult moments and lessons that helped him to get to where he is today.Sargasso Sea website here: https://sargassosea.appSargasso Sea on Instagram: @sargassoseeabda

Kaelyn Kastle is a Bermudian pop singer and TikTok star living in Atlanta, GA. On this episode the small-island girl shares what she has done to amass over 2 million followers on TikTok, 300k on IG and survive in the entertainment industry. Listen to Kaelyn Kastle on Spotify, iTunes or TIDAL. (2Pretty is a personal fav)Follow Kaelyn Kastle on TikTokFollow Kaelyn on Instagram @kaelynkastle

Robyn Atwater, founder of Curl Daze shares how she built a loyal Youtube following and turned the audience into customers of a successful haircare business. She dives into the fear of oversaturated markets, securing media opportunities and more!Robyn Atwater / Curl Daze Links:CurlDaze.comRobyn IG: @curldazeCurl Daze IG: @curldazehaircare--Want to grab the dopest menstrual cup in the game? Head to Bestperiodt.com and don't forget to use the code FREEDOM at checkout!

Veronika Payne is the founder of Ora Ana, a jewellery designer who dives into how she has gotten her product on famous bodies, grabbed the media's attention and building genuine industry relationships which are so very needed when running a business.Stay connected with Veronika Payne & Ora Ana:www.OraAna.com  IG: @OraAnaOfficial  & @Veronika_Payne-- Want a period solution that actually works? Try a Best Periodt cup at BestPeriodt.com. Uncertain how to choose the perfect menstrual cup size for you? There is a cool menstrual cup quiz on the site as well!

Every entrepreneur needs to understand and master the art of storytelling in order to connect an audience to the brand in a profound way.  In this episode we dive into this and so much more (like NFTs & the power of Sleep Hygiene!) with a story telling master Joe Sichta. Joe Sichta is an Emmy nominated American director, writer, storyboard artist, and producer who has worked with Disney, Warner Bros, Dreamworks, Netflix and many others and is well known for his contribution in the Scooby Doo franchise. Joe's Twitter bio brings it together well: "Storyteller. Artist. Tech Enthusiast. Human. Production @ NFT Genius"Joe's NFT website: btcorigins.com-- Host's Info:Follow Gaynete on Instagram @gaynete & her Business Best, Periodt at @best.periodt and get your hands on the dopest menstrual cup in the game.

Na'im Lynn is a comedian, actor, franchise owner and mental health advocate who is known for his work with Kevin Hart, Tyler Perry and the Plastic Cup Boyz. In this episode Na'im gets real about show business, entrepreneurship and depression and drops so many jewels along the way.Follow Na'im on Instagram @naimthestar to learn more --Follow the host @Gaynete on Instagram and make sure to check out her new menstrual care company Best, Periodt. The Best Periodt cup is great for those looking to do better for their body and the environment whole saving coins along the way. The Best Periodt cup is a menstrual cup that has a higher capacity than most cups on the market and come with a cute menstrual cup case.