Plug Talk With Ambir

Most of us want to start our own business and leave our 9-5, but just don't have the resources or the guidance to do it.  In this episode Zhamese and I talk about: + How to transition from a corporate job to becoming your own boss. + What kind of mindset shifts need to happen in order for us to be successful and sustainable entrepreneurs? + When is it time to get a business coach? How do you pick a coach for you? Here's more from Zhamese: I am Zhamese, business owner, and entrepreneurial coach for high performing professionals. I offer my clients the opportunity to transfer their lives from being an unfulfilled 9-to-5 employee to being the confident and fulfilled CEO/BOSS that they always wanted to be. I began this journey by first working on myself to remove all limiting beliefs and crappy strategy to leave my cushion-y salaried job as a Corporate Recruiter (I started my career VERY YOUNG) to build my own multiple 6-figure bakery business by the age of 22, now I teach my clients how to create that for themselves! WEBSITE: Zhamese.com IG: zhamese

Many of us are afraid to pivot but it doesn't have to be scary! In this episode, Zaakirah and I discuss: + What it takes to be an entrepreneur + Why entrepreneurship  isn't for everyone + How her childhood cancer shaped who she is now. Here's a little bit about Zaakirah: Zaakirah Muhammad is a 27-year-old cancer survivor, Sagittarius, world traveler, author, podcaster, brand cultivating strategist, professional photographer, and digital marketer. She helps small businesses to make your social media pages look good and advise you on the best social media tactics for growing and being consistent with your brand on social media. At 6 months old, a camera saved her life. At 9 months old, she was taken into surgery to have her right eye removed due to a rare childhood eye cancer tumor that was detected by a photo her mom took. Her hearing slowly began to decline as she got older, but her other three senses kicked in and are functioning well. At age five her mom gifted her with her first camera. She received her first digital camera in middle school. By the time she attended technical high school, she studied commercial photography. She never strayed too far from her purpose in life. Later on, she moved to Washington D.C. to expand her education in professional photography and videography. She currently resides in Nashville, Tennessee. She has traveled to 10 countries so far. She took her professional camera on most of her out of country travels but Ghana, West Africa was the first time that others viewed her work as if they were on the trip and have traveled with her, due to the way she beautifully captures sceneries and personalities. She loves capturing the essence of humanity. As a people person and an empath, she wants her legacy to include the fact that she was able to see the good in you, help you live your best life, which inspired you to step outside of your comfort zone. She is the author of Seeing Life Through a Different Lens: A Survivor’s Memoir on Overcoming Adversity with Resilience. She also hosts the podcast called Living Legacy. Website: zaakirahnayyar.com Instagram: illuminousone

When it comes to social media, new business owners know that it can a little intimidating swimming with the big fish. In this episode of Plug Talk with Ambir,  Jasmine (The Owner of The Black Wallet) & I talk about : + How to find out what software  you need and don't need in your business + FREE Tech that will help you become successful + How to create a phenomenal customer experience  + How to know if your idea is a bop or not. (Hint: It doesn't come from outside validation 💅🏾) ----- Here's a little bit about Jasmine Grant:  As a technical strategist and cultural advocate, Jasmine has built a career in building digital platforms to highlight Black-owned businesses. She uses her skills to teach and service Black entrepreneurs in discovering, learning, and implementing the correct technology in their business. From websites, mobile apps, CRM systems, and project management software Jasmine's expertise allows her to make buying and building Black businesses simple.  You can discover more about Jasmine's multiple Black business apps, technology services, and technical strategy membership by visiting jastiara.com/ambirm Website: theblackwallet.com Ig: @jastiara

If you fail to plan, then you plan to fail. That's no secret. But when it comes to what you actually need to do, information can become a little scarce.  In this episode, Annette and I talk about the importance of having a plan. what should be included in your business plan and she even added some cash money no - no's as a bonus.  Sit back. Listen & Take some notes.  Thank me later.  More about the Goal Getter: Annette J. Morris, M.A.  is a Professional Mental Health Counselor, Certified Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, Published Author, Entrepreneur, and Business Consultant. Her favorite quote which is the philosophy she lives by is "you will get all you want in life if you help enough people get what they want" by the late Zig Ziglar. Her professional career is focused solely on helping others to either accomplish their goals as an entrepreneur or in life as a whole. Although Annette has accomplished a lot in life, she had very humble beginnings. She was reared for 23 years in a local housing project by a single mother and had to overcome many obstacles on this journey called life. However, all that she's endured in her past has helped to form the Annette of the present. Annette is a first-generation college graduate and has earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Southern University of New Orleans and a Master's of Arts Degree from Xavier University of Louisiana. She's the Owner/Lead Consultant of Goal Getter, LLC. Annette has also published three books Conquering the EneME, Live Free: Creating the Streams to Live Your Dreams and Everyday's a New Day: Daily Positive Affirmations for Positive Daily Living. She also co-authored a project entitled I Want to Quit My Job: 8 Entrepreneurial Tips for Massive Results While Employed.  Of all that she's accomplished in life, she's most excited about being a saved and a child of the highest God. Here's how you can keep up with her: Ig: https://www.instagram.com/annettethegoalgetter/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/goalgetterllc/ Website: http://www.goalgetterforever.com/

Once we convince our minds that something is true, it's pretty hard to go back. In this episode of plug talk with Ambir, Takisha and I talk about something that's a little taboo in black households: Money. We get into beliefs, strategies, mindset shifts, and more.   About our guest: Takisha Artis, a Financial Life Coach, CEO of Takisha’s Theory a Lifestyle Elevation Firm specializing in financial empowerment & personal development. With over 20 years in the financial industry seeing the growing trend of women surpassing the six-figure mark, it became clear they still struggled with the mindset & strategies needed to build confident relationships with money & sustain wealth. It’s her mission to help women transform their beliefs & bank account. How you can reach her: www.instagram.com/takishaartis www.Takishastheory.com

   Meet Briana. Brand strategist, graphic designer and owner of Hello Briana Consulting.I started following Briana on social media and immediately fell in love with the way she showed up no matter what! So you know ya girl was thrilled when she said yes to being on the podcast.  Briana and I talk about how important it is to be you,  branding the right way and helping you understand what branding actually IS and what it is NOT. www.hellobrianaconsulting.com   https://www.instagram.com/hellobrianaconsulting/ 

In this week's episode, I have a conversation with the legendarryyy Isis Thomas!!! She talks about the importance of collaboration and even gives us four steps to how to do it right!  Isis believes that when one of us wins, we all win. (I agree.) This is a must listen because baaabbbby she drops GEMMMMS!!! Bio: With over 20 years in the media industry, Kimberly “Isis” Thomas uses the power of media’s influence for the empowerment of black women. She shares her story of molestation and a tumultuous marriage that led to divorce to bring awareness through transparency. Her Christian belief is at the core of her strength and unwavering confidence. Kimberly realized the importance and necessity of positive representation for black women and embarked on a mission to strengthen women everywhere. Her dream is to build a worldwide sisterhood of amazing women. “I don’t have children, so the women I come in contact with, they are MY LEGACY. I want them to win in life!” Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/isisspeaks Instagram: @isis_thomas Twitter: @isisthomas LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kthomasihtg

Today we are talking to Kemi, the world wonderer-  and she’s here to give us the ugly truth about owning a business,  not falling victim to doubt (even when the people who are doubting you are your family) & the new trips she has coming up! ⠀ 

 JaVauhna (JoJo) and I chop it up about what a solid business foundation looks like, how to choose an idea when you’re multi-passionate, and why she created her business. JaVaughna Bevel is a certified life/personal fulfillment coach, corporate leadership trainer, published author, speaker and dedicated mom supporter.  One of her many talents is showing women how to confidently Elevate, Amplify and Dominate in multiple areas of life to achieve the success and satisfaction they desire. Using her own experiences as a working mother with big dreams, she is able to impact the lives of women in ways she never imagined.  As a mother of 4 building her legacy, she refuses to idly stand by and watch other multifaceted women hold their dreams hostage. Her eagerness to see other women reach their true potential is a driving force behind her podcast “The Unapologetic Mom”. The show provides a platform for women [who just so happen to be mothers] to discuss their trials and triumphs on the journey to success, happiness and fulfillment! JaVaughna shares her journey from incomplete to completely filled with hope of inspiring other women to take that leap and work purposefully on their passions. Keep up with her on Social Media  Instagram.com/coachjavaughna Twitter.com/coachjavaughna Facebook.com/aleadingwayllc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjavaughnabevel Www.aleadingway.com (being updated)

 I sit down and talk to the amazing Kenya Nalls ( creator of @Allthingsloop) about the four ways to get rid of negative thoughts, what it takes to make an impact and how we can silence the negative inner self and still thrive.  I love this episode so much because it was so close to home at the time or recording.  I even become transparent as I share a little bit on when I was getting ready to shut my business down and pulled down my social media sites. 

 Princess Ruff” joins me on PTWA for a lit ass conversation about her amazing transition from being jobless and struggling to get her rent money to becoming a marketing beast & helping break the cycle of the traditional salary-chasing.  The Poppin’ Digital Marketer talks goals, inspirations, reveals how to remove limiting beliefs and the benefits of staying in your own lane. Social Media: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/princessruffmktg/?ref=bookmarks  IG:  https://www.instagram.com/purelypicturesque/  Podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0HHGtq1sgE4EaM3Y2y9N0e?si=ON237dbZS-ms38SzC0x9_Q  Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3AIDmdhwWniKt7YZ-6uwg?view_as=subscriber 

  Dun dun duunnnn Episode one!  FIRST EPISODE ALERT 🚨: • In this weeks’ episode, I had the honor of interviewing Kathe Michele. Kathe is both a business owner and coach.  She coaches enthusiastic educators on how to combine their experience teaching with savvy business skills to create additional streams of income. In addition to becoming an educator, Kathe stepped out on faith from 2008-2010 to start her first business. She and her sister shared a love for cooking with their families and wanted to create a business that would combine their experience with teaching kids and making great food. Before they knew it, their ideas of opening a cooking school for kids turned into a real business plan and The Kids Cooking Place was born! Kathe stated that creating her own business from the ground up was one of the best experiences of her life! Several years later,  she decided to document the journey that they took to open their business so that it can serve as a guide to help other teachers become teacherpreneurs too! In 2016,  she self-published her first book, Make Money Teaching Cooking Classes: A Guide to Start Your Own Kids Cooking Business. And she is currently working on her next one! Now that’s something to brag about! Want to keep up with her on social media? (See links below. )   Website- www.KatheMichele.com  Instagram: @kathemichele Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/TeacherStrategist/ Side-Hustle Circle Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SideHustleCircle/?source_id=1605144386189807 FREE 30 min. Coaching Call: bit.ly/ChatwKat  Email: KatheMichele@aol.com  

The very first episode of Plug Talk!

It’s true, “All money ain’t good money.” A lot of the problems we endure with our nightmare clients could be avoided if we take the time to do a little research and take heed to the signs that they show us. Nearly all of my clients are a pleasure to work with, but I’ve also worked with a different type of client and I could just *bink bink*! Sometimes we see signs and ignore them because we need the money, But I’ve learned one thing: Peace of mind beats ALL! In this episode, we discuss 9 signs that a prospective client is going to be a PROBLEM. --- The Biz Bar is an online community that offers culture forward resources and easy-to-implement content to help new aspiring and pivoting entrepreneurs.  Here are our links: https://bizbar.co Https://Instragram.com/ambirmcmillan https://www.tbbhrc.com

It's been a minute, but I'm happy to say.... Welcome back! In this episode, I chat with Candance Guin about NOT doing alllll the things in our business. You're going to want to get your pen out for this one. We discuss:  - Finding your secret Sauce - How not to be salesy 🤢 when pitching (we've all been here before) - Why you shouldn't try to be EVERYTHING in your business. - And more.  About Candace: Candace Guinn is THEE the email marketing GOAT baby! She teaches coaches, consultants, and course creators how to attract new clients and generate recurring revenue for their programs, courses, and memberships by leveraging the power of the most effective marketing channel for client attraction and sustainable revenue – email marketing! How you can connect with her: https://linktr.ee/standardbrand.co Her Signature Drink:  Grand Hennessey Grand Marnier, Hennessey, Moscato, Orange Juice