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The Breakfast Club’s own, Charlamagne Tha God, joins the show this week to talk Chris Brown, Young Jeezy, Rich Dollaz’ forehead and more. Plus, Julianne Hough isn’t very good at this Halloween thing.

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Blackface (feat. Charlamagne Tha God)

Mr. Brad Jordan is back and is..., well all over the place. Listen as Face's mind plays tricks on us, and how he feels his latest album 'Deeply Rooted' is his greatest work ever. We also get a visit by Bril Ndiaye, DJ Mars and Tai Saint-Louis who talk about their "The Art Behind The Tape" book. 'Deeply Rooted' hits stores September 4th.

The Return of Scarface Episode

On the first episode of the Hashtags + Stilettos podcast, Sakita talks about how to get more done by removing the pressures of perfectionism using two very simple concepts: the 'done is better than perfect' mindset and the 'Power Hour.' 

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Ep. 1: Done is Better Than Perfect

Mitch, the founder of Boy Beads, a men's accessory line asked for advice on how to turn down business opportunities and requests that may be beneficial to his business without ruining the business relationship.

In this episode, you'll learn to identify the moments or circumstances in your business when you should turn an opportunity down (1:20) and Sakita provides some quick examples of how to respectfully pass on a potentially lucrative deal without completely ruining the relationship (3:03).

Ep. 2: Saying 'No' Without Ruining a Business Relationship

If you're not already blogging about your brand or business, you should be. 

In this episode, Sakita talks about the common excuses entrepreneurs and creatives give for not blogging, the benefits of using blogging to become a thought leader in your industry and the many platform options that exist that make it super easy for you to share your first post today!

Ep. 3: Why and Where You Should Blog About Your Business

Sitting in traffic at a red light the other day made me think about all of the different automated signals we have in our life that enable us to mindlessly go with the flow and how that expectation then seeps into other areas of our life causing us to wait for some type of signal or green light to move forward.

I thought about this in relation to all of the things we say we want to do and accomplish but we never make a move. Why? What are we waiting for?

And what if the things that we’re waiting for never appear? 

Ep. 4: The Permission That You're Waiting For is Not Coming

Fader President and Publisher Andy Cohn and EIC Naomi Zeicnher talks their monumental 100th issue featuring the Drake and Rihanna double cover, the SXSW Fader Fort, Cornerstone and their continued dominance in the publishing world. Talib Kweli and 9th Wonder talk their 'Indie 500' project, the stigma with "conscious rap", the recent Complex "rift" and why we should continue to appreciate all forms of rap music.

The Fader 100 and Talib Kweli & 9th Wonder Episode

We live in a world where influence among every day people, bloggers and celebrities is rightfully wielded as a superpower. 

Every business and brand wants a piece of that influence and to get the attention of their captive audiences, but when does it make sense to pay cold hard cash for it? 

Ep. 5: Should You Pay Influencers For Instagram Posts?

If you've ever felt like giving up, quitting a job or project or giving in, this episode it for you. 

Lately, I've been having a lot of conversations with other creatives and entrepreneurs and a common thread seems to be that all of us have reached some sort of breaking point or moment when we're ready to quit projects or our entire business and do something else.

In this episode, I share my own story about wanting to give up and explore the ONE thing we should do when those begin to seep into our minds.

Ep. 8: What To Do Before You Give Up

Dustin swept.
Assante has a teachable moment.
Fran wants you to declutter your soul.
Welcome to The Friend Zone.


The Shut Down Mixtape

When James Wright's review of Patti Labelle's Sweet Potato Pie went viral, it sent the pies flying off the shelves at Walmart. It was a PR gift wrapped in gold and bedazzled in diamonds. Instead of riding that wave, Patti threw it away by saying that the pies were selling out before the video. 

On this episode, I talk about that crucial mistake, the nature of viral videos and if they can be deliberately created. I also discuss the power of social influence and how to leverage a "viral moment" if it happens to you or your business. 

Ep. 9: Why Did It End This Way, Patti?

We don't talk enough about money. And we don't talk enough about what happens at the negotiating table, when you're an employee or when you're a business owner.

It's easy to make mistakes when you just don't have the knowledge or experience which is why I wanted to share some of my biggest negotiating fails. 

A lot of people are struggling privately when it comes to negotiating (and leaving a lot of money on the table in the process), so I wanted to be transparent about some major ways that I've f*cked up while negotiating, so that you don't make these same mistakes. 

Ep. 10: Pay Me What You Owe Me - My Negotiation Fails

The Queen of All Media gave the Combat Jack Show a rare interview covering her rise and reign in radio, her success in television, her challenges with substance abuse, rape, the dangers of being the most feared shock jock on the dial, marriage and more. This is the full Wendy Williams experience. Internets, how you doin?

The Wendy Williams Episode

It's the holidays, so it's only right that The Friend Zone and The Read get together. Here's Part I of their mash up. 

Listen to Part II here: https://soundcloud.com/theread/the-friend-zone-and-the-read-mash-up-part-2

Starring Fran, Assante, Dustin, Crissle and Kid Fury. 

The Friend Zone & The Read Mash Up Part 1

Today marks the start of my 5th full year as an entrepreneur.

I remember the day that I quit my job at the end of 2010 like it was yesterday. It's been an interesting five years full of highs, lows, really tough moments and major triumphs.

I'm so grateful to have made it to this important milestone and wanted to share some of my experience and reflections with you. 

In this episode, I'll be sharing 5 reflections, 5 mistakes and lessons learned and 5 things that I'll be taking into the next 5 years. 

Ep. 11: 5 Thoughts After Five Years as a Full-Time Entrepreneur

A great opportunity lands in our lap or a colleague suggests that we throw our name in the ring for a new job or project and instead of preparing a pitch or application, we instantly disqualify ourselves and make a list of all the reasons it won't work out or why we're not good enough.

This is called rejection committee thinking and on this episode, I share a few tips on how to do away with this terrible habit. 

Show Notes: http://hashtagsandstilettos.com/stop-talking-yourself-out-of-shit-podcast-ep-12/

Ep. 12: Stop Talking Yourself Out of Sh*t

Back To Sleep REMIX

Fuck You Back To Sleep Remix (Ft Usher & Zayn)

Mattie James is the editor of the lifestyle blog Mattieologie.com.  

Last Summer, after being unexpectedly laid off from her 9-5, Mattie decided to pursue her years-long dream of turning her blog into a full-time business.

On this episode, we talk about the exact moment she was laid off and how she kicked her blogging business into overdrive and is making it both profitable and sustainable. 

Show Notes: http://hashtagsandstilettos.com/mattie-james/

Have feedback? 

Rate and review this episode on iTunes or send Sakita a message on twitter: www.twitter.com/MissSuccess. 

Ep. 17: Mattie James on Living What You Love and Making it Profitable

Melissa Kimble is a social media expert and the founder of My Creative Connection, a platform for Black creative millennials that provides community, resources, tools and strategies to help them create the lives that they envision for themselves. 

On this episode, Melissa talks about the evolution of My Creative Connection and how the idea for the #BlkCreatives chat was born. She also discusses her creative process, her unique approach to cultivating ideas and she provides tips for how others can build a digital community through social media.

Show Notes: http://hashtagsandstilettos.com/melissa-kimble/

Have feedback? 

Rate and review this episode on iTunes or send Sakita a message on twitter: www.twitter.com/MissSuccess.  

Ep. 18: Melissa Kimble on #BlkCreatives and the Creative Process Behind the Movement

Networking has become somewhat of a dirty word and that's mainly because people are doing it wrong. Most people view the concept of networking as trying to know as many people as possible so that they can use them for some future gain. However, it's much more than that. 

Are you an introvert? Do you hate going to networking events and happy hours but want to build a killer network? Then the tips provided in this episode of #HashtagsandStilettos are for you. 

Show Notes: hashtagsandstilettos.com/introvert-networking-tips

Instagram: Instagram.com/MissSuccess

Have Feedback?

Rate and review this episode on iTunes or send Sakita a message on twitter: www.twitter.com/MissSuccess.

Ep. 20: How to Build a Killer Network as a Boss Introvert

Renae Bluitt is the founder of Crush Media, a beauty PR and lifestyle marketing firm she founded in 2008. Although her firm has been behind campaigns for marquee clients such as EDEN Body Works, Elasta QP, Karen's Body Beautiful and many more, she is perhaps better known as the founder and editor of InHerShoesBlog.com, a platform she lovingly refers to as a "one stop shop for women who are the captain of their own ship."

On this episode of Hashtags and Stilettos, Renae talks about why she chose to create a blog for Black Women when few existed and provides tips and advice on how and why we should be creating our own projects and businesses or at the very least, supporting those who do.

You can find Renae on Instagram and Twitter @InHerShoesBlog.

Show Notes: hashtagsandstilettos.com/renae-bluitt

Instagram.com/MissSuccess
Twitter.com/MissSuccess

Have Feedback?

Rate and review this episode on iTunes and send Sakita additional feedback on twitter: www.twitter.com/MissSuccess.

Ep. 21: Renae Bluitt on Why You Need to Create Your Own Sh*t

Olori Swank is a serial entrepreneur, celebrity stylist, fashion designer and she recently became an author with the release of her first book '101: The Blueprint for a Swank Life,' which she describes as a "fashion and lifestyle advice guide that provides tips on style, dating, finance, entrepreneurship and more. 

As a celebrity stylist, Olori has worked with notable names such as Keyshia Cole, Tyrese, Teyana Taylor, Lance Gross, Keke Palmer and others. Using the knowledge she gained from styling, she was able to create a successful online store called SwankBlue.com where she sells affordable, high-end fashion. And in true entrepreneurial fashion, when that business took off she launched a workshop series to teach other people how they could build a success e-commerce shop or make a name for themselves in the styling world. 

On this episode, Olori talks about how she's been able to build a recognizable personal brand (yup, we talk about that blue hair!), and how she's been able to leverage her passion and skill set into such a well-connected multi-business ecosystem. 

Show Notes: hashtagsandstilettos.com/olori-swank

Social Media: 

Instagram.com/OloriSwank
Instagram.com/SwankBlue
Twitter.com/OloriSwank

Instagram.com/MissSuccess
Twitter.com/MissSuccess

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Ep. 23: Olori Swank on Building a Profitable Personal Brand

Marie Denee, better known as 'The Curvy Fashionista' is a fashion blogger, freelance fashion writer and a respected voice and influencer in the plus size fashion arena.

With over eleven years of experience, Marie has made it her mission to continuously show women that they can be Curvy, Confident and Chic. In 2008, Marie founded TheCurvyFashionista.com after realizing that when it came to great stylish clothing for plus size women, options were limited. Armed with an MBA in marketing, fashion experience and pure passion for empowering women of every shape and size, Marie has turned TheCurvyFashionista.com into a must-visit destination for more than 400,000 visitors each month.

On this episode, I talk to Marie about how she's become one of the most recognizable voices in the plus size market and fashion blogging as a whole and we talk about how she's grown into and evolved with her brand.

Show Notes: hashtagsandstilettos.com/marie-denee

Social Media:

Instagram.com/MarieDenee
Twitter.com/MarieDenee
www.TheCurvyFashionista.com
www.TCFStyleExpo.com

Instagram.com/MissSuccess
Twitter.com/MissSuccess

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Ep. 25: The Curvy Fashionista on Growing and Evolving with Your Brand

Myleik Teele is the founder and Chief Experience Officer at curlBOX, a monthly subscription service that changed the way women buy and discover products for their curly hair needs. She is also the host of the #MyTaughtYou podcast where she provides invaluable career and business advice to thousands of women. 

On this episode, I caught up with Myleik, whom I first interviewed in 2012 a few months after she launched curlBOX, to talk about some of the things she said during that interview and to learn more about the lessons she's learned as a serial entrepreneur about scaling a business and building a dream team. 

Email hashtags@hos-pr.com to submit questions.

Social Media:

Instagram.com/Myleik
Twitter.com/Myleik
www.Myleik.com
www.curlBOX.com

Instagram.com/MissSuccess
Twitter.com/MissSuccess
Hashtag: #HashtagsandStilettos

Show Notes: hashtagsandstilettos.com/myleik-teele-podcast

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Ep. 26: Myleik Teele on the Lessons Learned While Scaling a Business

*Anniversary Episode* Yes, that's right. Today, the Hashtags and Stilettos podcast turns one! It all started a year ago with the first episode "Done is Better Than Perfect," so it's only right that I talk about why that mantra still and will always apply to our lives and how we can apply it.

Email hashtags@hos-pr.com to submit questions.

Social Media: 

Instagram.com/MissSuccess
Twitter.com/MissSuccess

Show Notes: hashtagsandstilettos.com/done-is-still-better-than-perfect

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Ep. 29: Done is STILL Better Than Perfect

Losing Your Right To Be Mad

The Sakita Method podcast is hosted by Sakita Holley, an award-winning publicist and entrepreneur who gives you direct, unfiltered access to your favorite creatives, entrepreneurs and executives and the methods that have made them successful. 

Tune in for business, lifestyle and PR insights designed to help you win at work, in business and everywhere in between. 

When talking about this podcast online, use the hashtag #TheSakitaMethod. And follow the host on Instagram/Twitter @MissSuccess.