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Honey & Hustle

Author: Angela Hollowell

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Honey & Hustle is a video podcast featuring conversations with creative entrepreneurs, small business owners, and non-profit founders in North Carolina. On this show, you can expect vulnerability, motivation, laughs, and candid discussions about what it takes to pursue meaningful work that makes a positive impact. This is where storytelling and entrepreneurship collide to give you a real-world MBA that feels like a movie. Grab some popcorn, a pad, and your favorite pen. Rated "CEO." Hosted and produced by Angela Hollowell. 

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MatPat is the creator of the Game Theory YouTube channel, and all it's spinoff/sister channels, recently shared some incredible advice on how they approach work-life balance (if there is such a thing). It helped me articulate how I want to build a life I love that fulfills me personally and creatively. I hope it helps you, too. I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
Want to give back to your community without running your business into the ground? Here's a rule shared by a previous guest that I still use to this day. You can find my full conversation with David Meeker below:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-a-positive-social-impact-with-your-business/id1541552623?i=1000606311382Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HzsJkfaV9yIp4IxmV2Twv?si=O7CdcwTyQRy-SaGsOk_tGQI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I create, a lot. Not just for clients, but for myself. Here's how I never run out of ideas, and a system that may help you create more often. I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
Blavity is one the leading Black-led media platforms featuring editorial and branded content specifically aimed at Black millennial and Gen Z audiences. Blavity was founded by Morgan DeBaun in 2014, with the help of 3 coworkers who all lived in Silicon Valley. She bootstrapped the company for $250,000 of her own money, then successfully raised her first round of venture capital. What started as a newsletter is now a digital platform garnering millions of views each month, and home to Shadow and Act, Blavity U, AfroTech, and more. Learn more about this incredible woman and her company in today's episode!I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
Notion AI is the only AI I use on a regular basis, so I decided to share with you one of it's most beneficial use cases - a strategic consultant. I asked Notion to analyze my progress on my goals for 2024 and give me a gameplan for the last quarter of the year. Here's how it went and the prompts I used. Here's my annual planner template in Notion: https://angelahollowell.notion.site/Yearly-Digest-Template-16e087c6d52d80709c6cfabfae3c1f13?pvs=4Try Notion for free: https://affiliate.notion.so/2067fqyapl1qI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I grew up watching KeKe Palmer, and I'm happy to see her still thriving in the media and arts industry. She may be just another Hollywood actor to some, but I think she's one of the best examples of an indie creator multihyphenate. I'll break down where I see her current creative career, and give some ideas for where I think she's headed. Young mothers and millennials, this one is for you. After all, Baby this is Keke Palmer!I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
This deep dive came highly requested on YouTube! I'm diving into the world of celebrity podcast by sharing an unlikely take on Shannon Sharpe's show, Club Shay Shay. Why would a 3x Super Bowl Champion and Fox Sports 1 host making $3M/year create a video podcast specifically for YouTube? I try to answer that question in this episode.I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
There are many ways to fund independent creative projects or even new business ventures. Crowdfunding isn't one I see talked about much. I'm not a start-up, so all the think pieces on raising venture capital didn't really apply to me. I did a crowdfund for my first independent short film, and I share my thoughts on what worked, what didn't, and what you should consider if you're looking to leverage your community to help start your next big idea! I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
How are Black businesses doing? I mean, really doing? I took a look at the numbers for North Carolina, and a few studies of Black businesses in the US to find out. I gave my assessment of what's going well, areas of opportunity, and a few suggestions for a path forward.P.S. I hope the audio sounds better now. I recorded this episode in my room with the pop filter on, so my voice should sound smoother.I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Upgrade to a paid membership, PHR+: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrplusTools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I've applied to many grants, RFPs, and paid fellowship programs, and honestly, my experience has been a mixed bag. I share my thoughts on how grants should fit into your revenue strategy from my perspective as a for-profit business owner. I'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I started the Please Hustle Responsibly newsletter on Substack in December 2023. I moved the newsletter to beehiiv in November 2024, and I share my decision-making process and newsletter platform alternatives for anyone who may be starting a newsletter in 2025. If you're looking to be less reliant on social media algorithms, try beehiiv: https://www.beehiiv.com?via=angelaI'd love to hear from you!Join our community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSupport the show:Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I'm going back to my indie creator roots. 28 solo podcast episodes in 28 days for Black History Month. I'd love to hear from you!Join Our Community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSubmit a Question: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/AMASupport the show:Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
I sat down with Damien Moore, the co-founder of Dame's Chicken and Waffles, a staple restaurant founded in Durham, NC. With 4 locations across North Carolina, this Southern comfort food and brunch staple is showing no signs of slowing down. We talked about how Dame shifted his catering business to develop a brick-and-mortar restaurant, how they've approached expanding into new locations, and how they've weathered economically uncertain times. I love how he thinks about menu development, customer experience, and investing in his community and staff. This is a must-listen episode for food entrepreneurs.I'd love to hear from you!Join Our Newsletter, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.beehiiv.com/subscribeSupport the show:Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
Sara Stender Delaney is the founder of Sarilla, a non-alcoholic beverage company based in Asheville, North Carolina. We talked about her journey to sobriety, leading a company as a mother, why she decided to start selling her products wholesale instead of direct-to-consumer, and what it's like starting and building a company in a mountain and tourist town. I really appreciate the perspective and optimism she brings to the entrepreneurship space, and I hope that you'll support her and other Western North Carolina founders during this time. https://www.drinksarilla.com/I'd love to hear from you!Join Our Community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSubmit a Question: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/AMASupport the show:Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
Christine Edwards Pitkin is the founder of Civility Localized, a consulting firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Christine shares her journey from her initial company name, Amplify Charlotte, born from a grant she won in 2018, to her current focus on government contracts. She shares her three-step plan for transitioning from traditional employment to full-time entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of preparation. Throughout the conversation, Christine offers valuable insights on securing government contracts and building a business with community in mind. Tune in to learn how to grow your business and team while fostering an equitable and sustainable business culture. Get your free download here: https://angelahollowell.lemonsqueezy.com/buy/e3cf66fe-9d5d-4413-86bb-986fe7dec481?logo=0I'd love to hear from you!Join Our Community on Substack: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/phrSubmit a Question: https://link.honeyandhustle.co/AMASupport the show:Tools we use to make this show: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersConnect with Angela:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustle
Desmond Wiggan is the founder of BatteryXChange, a Charlotte tech startup that has quickly expanded its reach across the state. Raised in North Carolina with strong ties to his Jamaican roots, he's had some incredible life and work experiences that have helped him become a strong salesman with a strong vision. From Pepsi to China to Charlotte, his journey is the reason why he's the founder successfully raising a series C round of funding. While it's unlikely that you'll be able to directly replicate this whirlwind of experiences, you will learn how sales, creativity, and confidence when pitching can allow you to grow and scale a successful venture. Tech is anything but boring or monotonous in this episode.Find out more about what Desmond is building with BatteryXChange at: https://www.batteryxchange.co/---Join Our Community on Substack: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.substack.com/Use Our Affiliate Links: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersSubscribe To Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustleConnect With Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/
Kasem Rodriguez Mohsen is one of the co-founders of Equilibrium Ventures, a venture capital fund based in Winston-Salem, NC. Venture capital isn't typically a space where minority founders are successful, and not all funders have been entrepreneurs themselves. I was super interested in Kasem's perspective on business funding, as he's been a serial entrepreneur who's had 3 exits (aka sold his businesses). This intimate conversation on our relationships with money, innovation, ourselves, each other, and the future of raising capital is one that left me with contentment and admiration for his journey. I wanted to honor his lived experience, successes, and failures. I know you'll receive notes of motivation and encouragement while hearing him share his wisdom.---Join Our Community on Substack: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.substack.com/Use Our Affiliate Links: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersSubscribe To Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustleConnect With Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/
Shannon Healy is the founder and owner of Alley Twenty Six, a staple cocktail bar in downtown Durham. This James Beard Award nominee and restaurant owner shared his journey to creating and sustaining this bar from day 1 to now. We talked about how the bar got its name, the evolution of the food and alcohol scene in downtown Durham, and his North Star – investing in educating his customers and employees while selfishly creating something cool that everyone can feel a part of. If you're a food entrepreneur looking to get creative with crafting the ultimate customer experience, this episode is for you. So pour yourself a drink (non-alcoholic and mocktail options are also valid!) and enjoy the laughs and expertise in this interview. ---Join Our Community on Substack: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.substack.com/Use Our Affiliate Links: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersSubscribe To Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustleConnect With Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/
In this special financial roundtable episode of Honey & Hustle, I am joined by Andrea Inoken and Corey Barbour to discuss grant funding and securing commercial loans. While offering free money to businesses, grants can be highly competitive. Entrepreneurs should align their business with organizations that match their industry or geographical location to enhance their chances of securing grants successfully. Grants also often come with post-award reporting obligations. Entrepreneurs must understand the reporting expectations and be ready to demonstrate how the grant funds were utilized and the impact they had on the business.Corey emphasized the importance of evaluating their capacity to repay the loan and the character of the borrower. Understanding your cash flow and financial position is essential before taking on debt. This aligns with the idea of being prepared to answer questions about how the loan will be repaid and demonstrating a track record of responsible financial behavior. Want to learn more? Find Cadence Cash and Barbour Companies online at https://cadencecash.com/ and https://www.barbourcompanies.com/. ---Submit a Question: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/questionJoin Our Community on Substack: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.substack.com/Use Our Affiliate Links: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/digitaltoolsSponsor The Podcast: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/sponsorsBuy The Interview Workbook for Storytellers: https://www.blurb.com/b/11662269-interview-workbook-for-storytellersSubscribe To Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustleConnect With Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/
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