this conversation is a MUST for the moms, perfectionists, & the clinically under-confident 💙

In the FIRST EVER episode of the Love, your business Mom podcast, your host Anna Bullock interviews Markita Adair-Crudup (AKA Chef Kita) to talk all things work, family, and survival. With 18 years of experience, Chef Kita is a wealth of knowledge whether you want to know the best way to cut onions (with no tears! and at your own risk) or make a name for yourself with the best customer service. The duo leans into perfectionism, challenging your inner Virgo, and pulling self care from the depths of your subconscious right to the front and center. As they continue, you get a deep, personal glimpse into Markita’s faith and understand what keeps her light shining so bright. Learn about her cookbook, fun work stories, future plans, and more in this emotional, honest conversation between your business Mom and her favorite auntie.

ℹ️ resources mentioned 

👤 people

Kelly Ann McClentic

Mike Voltaggio

📆 events

❄️2025 Holiday Gala (stay tuned!)

(past) Market in Clayton

(past) Self Care Saturday

👩🏾‍🍳connect with Chef Kita

YouTube

Website

Cookbook

LinkedIn

📖 chapters

00:00 meet Chef Kita, AKA your business Mom’s auntie

01:15 an 18-year career as a chef

03:37 seek out learning before you need to

05:55 cutting onions & our ties to being “perfect”

07:16 beat imposter syndrome with affirmations

10:42 HARMONY over balance

14:39 let go of guilt & hold on to self care, mom

16:44 upcoming events with Chef Kita

19:04 support & grow small businesses

21:38 THE COOKBOOK

25:30 creativity block? Unlock it with travel

29:03 creative freedom, family life, and business alignment

33:51 please get a mentor, and a bookkeeping course

36:14 what’s Markita cooking up for us in the future?

39:06 find strength in faith

41:11 LESSON & FAMILY VALUES - find harmony, and be transparent