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In this episode, the hosts discuss Sunset in Toronto with Canadian poet Victoria West.

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In this episode, the hosts discuss how people can be activists by following their dreams.Ep. 80: Following Your Dreams is a Form of ActivismAre you passionate about making a difference in the world? Join Nakiea and Keysha as they discuss how following your dreams can be used as a form of activism and emphasize the significance of speaking up for what we believe in. They also highlight examples of individuals who have pursued their passions and leveraged their success to bring about change in their communities.Tune in to discover the power of pursuing your dreams and start making a real impact today!Conversation Highlights:[00:00] - Intro[01:17] - Activism should be non-violent[02:27] - Fighting for educational equality in Alabama[03:59] - Nakiea's journey in activism[05:56] - Things you can do to approach non-violent leadership through activism[08:22] - The importance of following your dreams.[09:43] - Some of the ways that you can amplify voices[12:29] - Being an influencer for great causes[13:42] - People who are effectively pursuing their dreams while also acting as activists[17:12] - Female entrepreneur, Pinky Cole[20:42] - Empowering generations of people of colorNOTABLE QUOTES:[09:09] - "You can't help nobody else until you help yourself."[09:38] - "You following your dreams can definitely inspire other people around you to follow their dreams as well."[10:49] - "A disability does not mean that you're unable. It just means you might need a little bit more support."[12:34] - "You can be an influencer for great causes. You just don't have to be an influencer for products and things like that. You can be an advocate for causes."[15:05] - "Knowing that you're capable, is a form of fighting back against the status quo of what people are thinking."BOOK MENTIONED: Eat Plants, B*tch: 91 Vegan Recipes That Will Blow Your Meat-Loving MindRESOURCES:Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21 Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana Your support means the world to us. Please rate and review the 21 Minutes or Less Podcast!

In this episode, the hosts discuss automation with Rock Hunt.Episode 79: Delegate Through AutomationIn this episode, the hosts, Nakiea and Keysha, discuss automation with Rock Hunt — a former General Manager turned entrepreneur and marketing coach. Rock specializes in email, SMS, and chatbot marketing and has been in business for over 3 years. He is passionate about helping entrepreneurs strengthen their audience connections and establish a strong foundation for their businesses.Tune in now! You'll get some great tips on automating your business so you can focus on the important things while letting the software do what it can do best.Conversation Highlights:[00:00] - Welcome notes and Rock's intro[02:08] - Software recommendations for service-based businesses[03:31] - Consequences of lack of systems on business[04:51] - How should new entrepreneurs approach automation[07:21] - Why big brands are turning to micro-influencers instead of big influencers[08:18] - Running a business while balancing self-care and family responsibilities[10:06] - Distinction between working in and on your business[11:59] - How to get started with Chatbot automation[14:01] - What to do after establishing an email list[16:32] - Engaging the audience through email without overwhelming them[18:50] - Using social media to examine competition to improve one's business.SOFTWARES MENTIONED:ClickFunnels for customer relationship managementGetResponse for your email marketingNOTABLE QUOTES:[05:52] - "As business owners, you only own two things. You own your intellectual property, and then you own their customer contact list. Those are the basis of your business." – Rock.[07:00] - "The social media thing, it's not like it's important, but a lot of times we use that as the foundation of our business versus being its intended use as a traffic source… It's a source of traffic, not a foundational place to build your business." - Rock.[08:45] - "If you wanna be profitable in business, you have to make the right sacrifices." - Rock.[18:41] - "Stay ready so you don't have to get ready." - Nakiea RESOURCES:Rock's Instagram:  @rockurbusiness Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21 Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana Your support means the world to us. Please rate and review the 21 Minutes or Less Podcast!

Part 3 of our insurance discussion!Episode 78: All Things Insurance Part 3In this final installment of the All Things Insurance series, Nakiea and Keysha pick up where they left off in the previous part, diving deeper into the topic of insurance. They emphasize the significance of having insurance and explore various policy options, as well as offer advice on preparing for a potential claim. Additionally, they stress the importance of filing claims promptly, especially in the aftermath of a disaster or incident.Conversation Highlights:[00:00] - Intro[00:11] - General liability policy and worker's compensation policy[02:29] - Who needs a workers' compensation policy, and who doesn't[06:20] - Homeowners insurance vs. renter's insurance[07:23] - How to determine the value of your possessions[09:01] - Homeowners insurance comes with medical coverage[09:52] - The different options for homeowners insurance[11:17] - Importance of not filing excessive claims[13:05] - Things to take into consideration whether you are a renter or a homeowner[14:02] - Don't lie to save money when applying for homeowners insurance[15:13] - Factors affecting insurance premiums[17:27] - Car insurance and how it worksNOTABLE QUOTES:[05:57] - "Owning a business is very popular right now that people forget the legal aspect of the business."[09:01] - "Another thing about homeowners insurance that a lot of people don't know a lot of times when it comes to a liability, and it can come with medical coverages." RESOURCES:Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21 Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana Your support means the world to us. Please rate and review the 21 Minutes or Less Podcast!

This part 2 of our insurance episode. Enjoy!Episode 77: All Things Insurance Part 2Nakiea and Keysha continue their discussion on insurance. Today they focus on two types of insurance — life insurance and business insurance. The two share their personal experiences with choosing a life insurance policy and explain the different types of policies available. They also touch on the types of business insurance policies available and the role of insurance in protecting individuals and businesses from unforeseen events.Conversation Highlights:[00:00] - Intro [00:32] - What is Life insurance, and why is it important[02:45] - Benefits of getting a life insurance[04:52] - Being able to use your life insurance while you are living[05:35] - Whole life insurance vs term life insurance: which one to choose[08:00] - Keysha’s experience with choosing a life insurance policy[11:35] - You cannot lie to an insurance company[13:58] - Be aware of fake life insurance companies[15:00] - Overview of business insurance.[17:41] - High-risk businesses[18:03] - 10 reasons to have a business insuranceNOTABLE QUOTES:[00:46] - “Life insurance is actually a good wealth builder, especially generational wealth builder.”[15:58] -  “A business policy is really important for releasing the liability from you and putting it on to the insurance company.”[18:37] - “Business insurance protects your employees as well, not just you.”RESOURCES:Podcast Instagram: @21minutesorless Nakiea’s Instagram: @missbutterfly21 Keysha's Instagram: @keyshamilana Your support means the world to us. Please rate and review the 21 Minutes or Less Podcast!