Kandid Conversations

Secrets to Brand Longevity W/PR Powerhouse Jenelle Hamilton

Jenelle Hamilton is a Public Relations Powerhouse, who breathes life into the phrase: "You never know who's watching you. Keep showing up for yourself." 

In this episode we talk about how she unexpectedly landed a fashion icon as a client 10 years ago--and he's still her client today. Plus her first job in PR was working with the Royal Family and she shares the #1 lesson she learned and still applies to her business today.  

 

We also talk about brand longevity. While it's often said that more than half of new businesses fail within the first two years, over the last 10 years Jenelle has built a sustainable business in Public Relations, one of the least diverse industries. 

 

Jenelle has created and increased brand recognition for icons in the fashion industry such as Bob Mackie, as well as influencers in music, such as singer-songwriter and actress Ryan Destiny, and premium beauty and food brands such as Mented Cosmetics and Partake Foods--which received investments from Jay-Z's Marcy Venture Partners, H.E.R. and Rihanna. 

She's also been featured in Forbes, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Black Enterprise, MadameNoire, Business Insider, Glamour, Essence, Los Angeles Times, and Fast Company.

In this episode we also discuss:

• The #1 Lesson she learned from working with the Royal Family.
• How she learned to ask for more money with confidence.
• The power of meditation, exercise, and spirituality for success. 
• Mistakes aspiring and new entrepreneurs make when trying to build a business.

Resources Mentioned: 

Website: Jenelle Hamilton

Instagram: Jenelle Hamilton PR  

 

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Tackling Insecurity and Building Confidence on Video W/ Xayli Barclay

Regardless of where you live, worldwide events forced us all to do two things: pause and get over your fear of being on video--be it for work meetings, to connect with potential clients, or even attend a family gathering via Zoom, video is the new virtual normal. 

Today, Xayli Barclay, an online video coach and founder of Start Grow Shoot Academy, shares how to deal with your fears, insecurities, and the awkwardness of being on video. Plus Xayli shares:

• How she promotes herself consistently on video despite being an introvert.
• Her journey into building partnerships with w/major brands like Thinkific.
• How she built a business rooted in her love for the camera.

Links and resources mentioned:

• Website: https://xaylibarclay.com/
• Instagram: @xaylibarclay
• YouTube: Start Show Grow Academy  
• Website: Start Show Grow Academy
• Thinkific

Books:

• Think and Grow Rich by Napolean Hill 
• Think and Grow Rich by Dennis Kimbro

• Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth by T. Harv Eker

 

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Confidently Making Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts

Making decisions in the face of uncertainty is one of the best skills you can master as a leader.  It's also one of the best ways to build your confidence muscle. In this episode, I share:

• Mindset shifts for making decisions when you don't have all the facts. 
• Three methods for making decisions with ease and confidence.
• What I learned about making quick decisions from leaders in retail (Jeff Bezos, Amazon) music (Swizz Beats and Timbaland, Verzuz TV), and beauty (Supa Cent, Crayon Case).

   

 

How to Affirm an Unapologetic Life W/Toni Jones

During a time when hustling, and struggling, as well as Instagram-able experiences, seem to be the leading message for success, Toni Jones seeks to change the conversation from work ethic to worth ethic.

As a wellness coach behind the "Wife Your Life" Brand and a musician behind Affirmations for the Grown-Ass Woman, Affirmations and Chill, and the I see Me Mantras, Toni creates affirmation music to help women change and heal their inner dialogue.

Whether you are struggling to achieve your goals or looking to make a drastic change in life, first you must change the story inside of you before you can change the story unfolding outside of you.

 

In this episode, we discuss:

• 🎤Why we should focus more on worth ethic instead of work ethic.
  🎤Visualizing and using affirmations to create our to-do list and set boundaries in our personal lives and careers.
  🎤How you can use affirmations to build resilience and heal from people and situations that no longer serve you. 
  🎤Black women's traumatic history of performance-based acceptance and worthiness. 
  🎤Rebuilding your life after wanting to give up on it.

Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 

• Toni Jones Website: https://www.iamtonijones.com
• Toni Jones Instagram: @iamtonijones
• Find a therapist or coach via Psychology Today
• Find a therapist via Therapy for Black Girls: https://providers.therapyforblackgirls.com/explore/
• National Suicide Prevention LifelineHours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish. Learn more 800-273-8255

Birthday Lessons, Blessings and Betrayals

Today is my birthday and  I'm talking about:

• Grieving the life I thought I should have. 
• The surprising ways betrayals turned into my biggest blessings.
• Why I believe people should stop looking for their dream jobs and seek dream missions. 

Permission Slips For Getting Out Of Your Own Way

How do you need to show up differently this year? Where do you need to give yourself permission to explore, experience, and grow? Chances are, your success at achieving your goals lies in the permissions you give yourself.

 

Giving yourself permission starts with developing a routine for transforming your outdated and limiting thoughts into actions that help you turn your goals into action. In this episode, we discuss permission slips you need to start with to make success happen.  

Forget Vision Boards, Try This Instead.

'Tis the season, for creating vision boards but here's my thing, vision boards featuring pretty pictures of dream vacations, money signs, affirmations, and yearly themes are cool, but if you don't know how to execute them daily, what's the point? In today's episode, I discuss:

• Why you should embrace an execution board vs. a vision board. 
• Questions you can use as a guide to get clear and specific about the daily/weekly steps required to achieve your goals. 
• Why you should define your fears and limiting thoughts.

My website: Kandiajohnson.com

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Being Thankful in Tough Times

In this episode, I share a 5-minute gratitude exercise to help you train your mind to grow through the ups and downs of life. You can practice it solo or even with your family. 

While many situations cannot be changed, how you receive them can be changed. Finding gratitude in the present moment, as well as giving thanks ahead of time for what's to come are powerful ways to build your courage and confidence muscle and set specific goals. 

5 Ways to Get Free Publicity & Media Mentions

If you're looking to position yourself as a go-to authority or raise awareness of your brand,  getting publicity is one of the top 3 strategies I used to generate awareness about my business, attract clients, build my network, and ultimately generate revenue. 

In this episode, I talk about

1. Why you should be your own Hype person aka your own Publicist (+How to do it). 
2. How to find and pitch story angles that journalists or TV producers love.
3. The top two mistakes people make when pitching their brand or business. 
4. Tools and apps to find story ideas and influencers, and journalists. 

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Resources including apps and websites mentioned during this episode: 

• Google Alerts
• Twitter Trends
• LinkedIn trends
• Helpareporter.com
• Hashtigify
• Buzzsumo

 

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Why Ask Why

From managing conflict and finding clarity to landing your dream client—chances are your success can be found in asking the right questions. In this episode, I discuss

• Why questioning is key to strengthening your relationships and designing a life that's aligned with your vision and aspirations. 
• Why not questioning the ways you were raised is a problem. 
• How to develop a disciplined practice of asking questions. 
• Questioning techniques for problem solving and conflict, and connecting with potential clients. 
• Rumble starters to begin difficult conversations. 

Resources Mentioned: Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations by Dr. Brené Brown

 

Motivation is Overrated

While we often think a lack of motivation OR time is the challenge preventing us from achieving our goals, the real issue is our unrealistic expectations about what it takes to focus and get it done. In this episode, I share: 

• Causes for a lack of motivation
• A simple mindset shift to get things done. 
• Time management hacks to prioritize your task, organize your day, and deal with distractions. 
• How to give yourself permission to give less than 100% effort. 

Quit Playing Small With Ahyiana Angel

Sometimes, you think you need a permission slip to change, stop or continue the pursuit of your dreams or aspirations. And then you meet Ahyiana Angel, a woman committed to helping you unapologetically press rest in your life and career.  

Ahyiana Angel is the host of The Switch Pivot or Quit Podcast, author of several fiction and non-fiction works--including her recently published book Quit Playing Small and founder of  Mayzie Media, a podcast production company. 

Because of her track record of success and dedication to her craft, Ahyiana has been invited to speak at companies and conferences including Google, Spotify, Create & Cultivate, Tech Inclusion, and the Werk It Festival.

 

Today we have a kandid conversation about how to quit playing small, build meaningful relationships, and show up anyway despite what might be happening around you.

Show up Anyway With Sarah Morgan

Sarah Morgan is one of the best examples of what it takes to show up and lead imperfectly.

As an HR Expert and Executive, Sarah talks leading employees in the workplace, while battling and sharing her own issues with anxiety and depression. She also talks candidly about juggling her commitment to taking care of her five children and husband while feeding her ambition to teach other companies how to create more inclusive and equitable workplace culture through her own consulting company BuzzARooney.

OH and —she’s my client who I couldn't be more proud and happy to share how she managed to find the courage to own her voice and position herself as a leading authority in speaking up about racism, microaggressions, and pay equity.  

 

Let Envy Fuel You.

If you've ever wondered "why them and not me? OR you've had a moment when you hear about a friend's success and you're secretly unhappy about it because this is the type of lifestyle, characteristics or relationships you want-welcome to the world of what it means to be envious. While envy is considered a negative or shameful emotion, envy like happiness, gratitude, and joy is a natural part of the human experience.

Failing to embrace and transform envy can prevent you from stepping into the next best version of yourself. 

In this episode of Kandid Conversations, I share how I stopped feeling envious of my friend's success and ways you can turn envy into positive momentum in your life and career. 

Make an Impression in 60 Seconds or Less

When you introduce yourself by your job title, it does nothing but confines you to the same box of people using the same title to explain what they do. Today, I'm sharing my M.V.P. formula for introducing yourself and making a lasting impression in 60 seconds or less.

 

Ready to get more confident, clear, and compelling when talking about yourself or your work? 

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