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Professional Troublemaker with Luvvie Ajayi Jones podcast

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Professional Troublemaker with Luvvie Ajayi Jones

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  Luvvie Ajayi Jones  

Creating a life that is authentic, bold, and purposeful takes audacity. It takes disruption. That is what it means to be a Professional Troublemaker. Join New York Times bestselling author, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, as she brings perspectives, conversations and deep dives about culture, business and leadership. Her guests are world movers and change agents who have gotten where they are through their tenacity, their truth telling and commitment to making good trouble.

Creating a life that is authentic, bold, and purposeful takes audacity. It takes disruption. That is what it means to be a Professional Troublemaker. Join New York Times bestselling author, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, as she brings perspectives, conversations and deep dives about culture, business and leadership. Her guests are world movers and change agents who have gotten where they are through their tenacity, their truth telling and commitment to making good trouble.

 

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#119

Scale with Resilience (How Blavity's Morgan DeBaun Built Her Media Empire)

Luvvie explores the inspiring journey of Morgan DeBaun, the visionary founder and CEO of Blavity Inc., as she discusses building a media empire for Black millennials. Morgan shares her path from Silicon Valley to establishing a diverse and mission-driven company, highlighting the challenges of fundraising, overcoming skepticism, and the importance of resilience and innovation. Offering valuable insights on leadership, team building, and navigating entrepreneurship, Morgan's story is a powerful testament to ambition, community, and staying true to one's vision. 📣 Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) More about Morgan:  Morgan DeBaun is a serial entrepreneur and the founder, CEO, and Chairman of Blavity Inc. Under her leadership, Blavity Inc. has become a market leader, reaching over 100 million readers per month with its brands including Blavity, 21Ninety, AfroTech, Travel Noire, Home & Texture, and Shadow & Act. Her achievements have earned her accolades such as ADCOLOR’s Innovative Award, Forbes 30 Under 30, and recognition among America’s Top 50 Women in Tech. Connect with Morgan:  --- [Website] (https://worksmartprogram.com/) --- [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/morgandebaun/?hl=en) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

25 Jun 2024

48 MINS

48:10

25 Jun 2024

#118

Release the Reins (How Tiffany Aliche Brought Herself and Company Back from Loss)

Luvvie sits down with colleague and dear friend, Tiffany 'The Budgetnista' Aliche, as she shares her journey from teacher to becoming a leading figure in financial education. Tiffany discusses how the loss of her husband changed her, personally and professionally, and how 2023 was also her worst year of business. It all forced her to re-evaluate everything in her life, including how she learned to accept help and how she restructured her company post-loss. The conversation highlights her innovative strategies for financial success, the importance of personal boundaries, and the evolution of her leadership style, emphasizing the importance of relinquishing control and trusting her team, vulnerability, transparency, and community impact. 📣 Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) More About Tiffany:  Tiffany 'The Budgetnista' Aliche is America's favorite personal financial educator, author of the New York Times Best Seller, Get Good with Money, and co-host of the Webby Award-winning podcast, Brown Ambition. Through her Live Richer Movement, she's helped over two million women save, manage, and pay off hundreds of millions of dollars.  Connect with Tiffany:  --- [Website] (https://thebudgetnista.com/) --- [Instagram] (https://instagram.com/thebudgetnista/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

18 Jun 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:50

18 Jun 2024

#117

Manage the Mental Load (Why Every Entrepreneur Needs Therapy with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford)

In this episode, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist, speaker, author, media personality, and host of the award-winning podcast 'Therapy for Black Girls,' joins the conversation to share practical strategies on maintaining mental health while navigating the pressures of managing a business. The discussion sheds light on the underlying reasons for why we keep busy, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need to learn the skill of asking for help. Luvvie and Dr. Joy delve into triggers and trauma, self-compassion, and giving oneself (and others) grace in running a purpose-driven life. 📣 Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) More about Dr. Joy: Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a Licensed Psychologist and the host of the wildly popular, award-winning mental health podcast Therapy for Black Girls. Her work focuses on making mental health topics more relevant and accessible for Black women, and she delights in using pop culture to illustrate psychological concepts. Connect with Dr. Joy: --- [Website] (https://hellodrjoy.com) --- [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/hellodrjoy/) Sites where you can find your VA: --- [Fiverr] (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100906172-13101169) --- [Upwork] (https://upwork.pxf.io/JzXG4v) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

11 Jun 2024

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:01

11 Jun 2024

#116

Brave the Fallout (How I Managed the Aftermath of Business Failing)

In this episode, Luvvie sets the scene for her journey to rebuilding. She dives deep into The Fallout post-Crumbling, and reveals the full truth about the aftermath of the chaos. She reveals the gaps she's had to fill, the holes she's had to fix, and the implications of all the mess to her personal and entrepreneurial life, including the erosion of her trust, the dark days she's had to sit through, and what kept her going. In navigating through her toughest business year, she emphasizes the importance of finding one's courage, the role of faith, and the love and support from one's village. 📣 Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

04 Jun 2024

43 MINS

43:34

04 Jun 2024

#115

Ask Me Anything!

In this mini episode, Luvvie looks back and expresses gratitude for the heartwarming feedback she's received for this season of Professional Troublemaker. Listeners are also invited to visit [askluvvie.com] (http://askluvvie.com/) and to drop their business-related questions, so that Luvvie may answer them in a future episode. Stay tuned for a sneak peek of the next episode, where Luvvie hints at the amazing insights that will be dropped by a renowned guest.  📥 Submit Questions: [askluvvie.com. ] (http://askluvvie.com/) 📣 Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

28 May 2024

07 MINS

07:51

28 May 2024

#114

Pull the Weeds (with Sally Thornton, Team Gardener)

In this episode, Luvvie is joined by Sally Thornton, HR Consultant and the Founder of Forshay, to give her insider perspective as 'team gardener' on the dysfunction, blind spots, and the necessary overhaul of Awe Luv Media. Luvvie and Sally explore the complexities of leadership, the importance of truth-telling in business, and managing team dynamics through turbulent transitions. They share insights on the significance of financial management, the challenges of scaling, maintaining productivity amidst internal conflicts, and the journey of rebuilding a more intentional and focused company. Sally emphasizes the importance of aligning work with energy and passion, and shares practical tips on team building for solopreneurs and small business owners. 📣 Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) More About Sally: Sally is the CEO & Founder of Forshay, a firm that takes a holistic lens on how hard work can accomplished more easily, as it’s essential to have both the right players on the team, and the culture and organizational structure that enables people to do their best work. Forshay does this in two ways – with a modern approach to executive recruiting, and by supporting overworked teams with interim experts in the People/HR and Marketing domains -- all grounded with inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging. Sally has done two TEDx talks and has been featured in numerous media including Wall Street Journal, BBC, and Harvard Business Review, aside from her regular lectures at Stanford and UC Berkeley. Connect with Sally: --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallythornton)   --- [Website] (https://forshay.com/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

21 May 2024

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:31

21 May 2024

#113

Experience the Valley (How I Almost Went Bankrupt)

In this episode, Luvvie dives deep into 'The Crumbling' - the most tumultuous period of Awe Luv Media - as it faces operational chaos, underperformance, and financial distress in the first half of 2023. Luvvie recounts experiences of unexpected challenges, including unmet deadlines, poor productivity, and critical financial losses that brought the company to the brink of bankruptcy. Despite overemphasizing core values, setting clear priorities, and empowering the team, mistakes continued left and right, leading to the firing of all but one of seven internal team members. In the midst of these challenges, Luvvie also celebrates the successful launch of her fourth book, 'Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess,' which, in spite of all the seemingly insurmountable hurdles, becomes a New York Times bestseller, providing a glimmer of hope and validation amidst the crisis. The episode reflects on leadership, the importance of trust within a team, and the personal and professional toll of navigating business failures, setting the stage for the next episode: recovery and rebuilding. Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

14 May 2024

52 MINS

52:31

14 May 2024

#112

Build the Foundation (How I Built a Team)

In this episode, Luvvie pulls back the curtain on the rollercoaster of transitioning from being a solopreneur to running a 7-figure business. Needing to diversify revenue streams, she went from having one executive assistant to 7 full-time salaried employees (with benefits!). And all the plans she had for 2023, with strategy. How she created systems, strategy and plans to double her revenue. She walks us through her business transformation, from the highs of scaling up to a multimillion-dollar company, to the lows of shrinking down her 'dream' team. Podcast Producer: [Letisha Bereola] (https://www.instagram.com/letishabereola?igsh=MWRicnE0YWNpd3Q2NA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) [(Paradigm Media Group)] (https://www.paradigmmediagroup.co) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

07 May 2024

30 MINS

30:51

07 May 2024

#111

Take the Leap (My Journey to Becoming an Entrepreneur)

Luvvie shares her personal journey, from being a 'failed' doctor to accidental entrepreneur, and reflects on the highs and lows of starting and running her business. She discusses the importance of community, the struggles of building a sustainable business, and how her outlook on entrepreneurship evolved over time. This season promises deep dives into the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, featuring interviews with respected business owners and exploring topics like mental health in business leadership, building resilient teams, and operating with an abundance mindset despite financial uncertainties. ----- 🖱️ Read Luvvie's blog [AwesomelyLuvvie.com] (http://awesomelyluvvie.com) 📚 Learn more about [Luvvie's 4 NYT bestsellers] (http://luvvie.org/books) Podcast produced by Letisha Bereola (Paradigm Media Group) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

30 Apr 2024

24 MINS

24:34

30 Apr 2024

#110

Season 5 Trailer: The Glory and Grit of Entrepreneurship

In Season 5, Luvvie delves into the raw reality of entrepreneurship, sharing her struggles and lessons learned from running a multimillion dollar business. Joined by fellow industry leaders, she offers a candid exploration of the unseen side of business, after 2023 was her toughest year running her company. Tune in on your favorite platform to catch every upcoming episode! 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

26 Apr 2024

01 MINS

01:43

26 Apr 2024

#109

Revel in Your Joy

Today, Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess is out in the world. In this episode, Luvvie discusses the idea of returning to one's true self, specifically the pure and hopeful version of oneself from childhood. She shares how this children’s book helped her reconnect with her younger self, and how writing the book has helped her inner child heal and learn to give herself grace and self-compassion. —--------- What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book [LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS] (http://littletroublemakerbook.com) is available for NOW! Perfect for ages 4-8.     OLtbRqBtB2AXSerINgab 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

02 May 2023

12 MINS

12:45

02 May 2023

#108

Draw More Trouble (with Joey Spiotto) - Little Troublemaker's Illustrator

Luvvie is joined by Joey Spiotto, her collaborator for [LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS] (http://littletroublemakerbook.com) . With artworks now being commissioned by some of Hollywood's best, how did this former Little Troublemaker once get into trouble for his illustrations? And how did he get Little Luvvie's fade just right? Find out together with your little ones. -------------------------------- What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it’s okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them. 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

25 Apr 2023

40 MINS

40:03

25 Apr 2023

#107

Affirm Yourself (the ABCs of Troublemaking)

In this episode, Luvvie brings you the ABCs of Troublemaking, 26 words that are traits that every world changer should have. These affirmations are hype mantras, so feel free to listen in with your littles!  --------------- What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book [LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS] (https://amzn.to/3nXJq8x) is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it’s okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them. 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

18 Apr 2023

14 MINS

14:57

18 Apr 2023

#106

Slay Forever (with Kylee Brown, a Little Troublemaker)

Luvvie's interviews one of her favorite little troublemakers: 9 year old Kylee Brown. Luvvie and Kylee talk about what adults need to do more (or less of), life lessons and even some of Kylee's favorite things about herself. Kylee then gives the best pep talk anyone needs to hear. Her biggest advice to everyone listening: "Slay forever." It's an episode that is full of heart, love, and deep wisdom from a tiny rebel whose confidence inspires. Listen in! --------------- What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book [LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS] (https://amzn.to/3nXJq8x) is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it’s okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them. 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

11 Apr 2023

56 MINS

56:56

11 Apr 2023

#105

Do Well (Letter to My Younger Self)

Thinking about Little Luvvie. The 5-year old me who rocked gold chains, red lipstick and ruffles on her birthday and told people exactly what she wanted. The kid whose favorite phrase was “that’s not fair!” The tiny rebel who would get in trouble for her mouth, and was willing to as long as she knew it was what felt right. I wrote her a letter, of all I hope she knows and remembers. The Little Troublemaker. I was her. I am her. You might be her. You might be raising your own. Well, I wrote LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS for her. And you. ------ Preorder [Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess] (http://littletroublemakerbook.com) everywhere books are sold. [Join Luvvie for the Troublemaker Tour] (http://troublemakertour.com) , in Chicago, NYC and Virtually, kicking off April 28. 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

04 Apr 2023

22 MINS

22:52

04 Apr 2023

#104

Get Your Money (from Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens)

It's book launch week, and RISING TROUBLEMAKER is finally out in the world! To hold you over until you can get a copy of RISING TROUBLEMAKER in your hands, today Luvvie is sharing a sneak peek of the audiobook version (that she narrated herself - it’s a whole new level of having Auntie Luvvie in your teen's ears to guide them.) She is sharing an excerpt from Chapter 8: Get Your Money on the podcast today because it’s so critical to adulting to get your money right. Enjoy! Links from the Episode ---Order [RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (https://amzn.to/3L9OLRg) --- [Join the #RisingTroublemaker Challenge!] (https://www.instagram.com/p/CdqhAn5Omo_/) ---Learn more about the [RISING TROUBLEMAKER Sponsorship Train!] (https://luvvie.org/rising-troublemaker-sponsorship-train/) --- [Sponsor copies of RISING TROUBLEMAKER for students in need of books] (https://forms.gle/5QVaE1csU6iF8L8D9) --- [Request copies of RISING TROUBLEMAKER for your class] (https://forms.gle/iwEunJWBAqJ7kQ6N6) Connect with Luvvie ---Follow Luvvie on Instagram - [@Luvvie] (https://instagram.com/luvvie) ---Go to [TEXTLUVVIE.com] (https://textluvvie.com) on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. Order Luvvie’s Books  ---Order [RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (https://amzn.to/3L9OLRg) ---Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at [ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com] (http://professionaltroublemakerbook.com/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

19 May 2022

12 MINS

12:57

19 May 2022

#103

Go For It (with Zaila Avant-garde)

In today’s episode of Professional Troublemaker, we’re focusing on a Rising Troublemaker. Rising Troublemakers are teens and young adults who are absolute game changers and are out there living their audacious lives and dreams right now.   Today, Luvvie is talking to Zaila Avant-garde. Zaila is a multi-talented powerhouse, with success springing from all her endeavors - and all before the ninth grade. We got to know Zaila’s name when she won the Scripps National Spelling Bee - the first African American to win. But along with her triumph there, she holds three Guinness World Records for her basketball prowess and was named SportsKid of the year in 2021 by Sports Illustrated Kids Zaila is curious and driven and works hard. She knows what she wants to do and has the discipline and focus on going after it. Zaila and Luvvie talk about how she uses visualization to reach her goals, how she was able to harness the discipline she needs to reach those goals, and how she has developed confidence through doing.  Connect with our Guest ---Follow Zaila on Instagram - [@zailaavantgarde] (https://www.instagram.com/zailaavantgarde/) Connect with Luvvie ---Follow Luvvie on Instagram - [@Luvvie] (https://instagram.com/luvvie) ---Go to [TEXTLUVVIE.com] (https://textluvvie.com) on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. Order Luvvie’s Books  ---Pre-order [RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (https://amzn.to/3L9OLRg) ---Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at [ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com] (http://professionaltroublemakerbook.com/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

11 May 2022

32 MINS

32:40

11 May 2022

#102

Teach Them Young

There are TOO many things that we didn’t learn as young people that we should have. Maybe the adults around us thought we were too young, or maybe the grown-ups in our lives didn’t have the time because they were also blindsided by what they did not know. Regardless, as adults, we've realized the mistakes we have made and how much we didn't know and want the kids we love to know better and do better. In this episode, Luvvie discusses the things she wishes she'd known as a teenager, and how these lessons led her to adapt her second New York Times bestselling book into [Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (http://risingtroublemaker.com/) . She shares how you can help give these valuable cheat codes to the teens in your life and how to help get this book in the hands of 5000 young adults.   LINKS FROM THE EPISODE ---Pre-order [RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (https://amzn.to/3L9OLRg) ---Order bulk books for teachers or teens in your life - <a>books@aweluv.com</a> ---Go to [TEXTLUVVIE.com] (https://textluvvie.com) on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. CONNECT WITH LUVVIE ---Follow Luvvie on Instagram - [@Luvvie] (https://instagram.com/luvvie) ---Go to [TEXTLUVVIE.com] (https://textluvvie.com) on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS  ---Pre-order [RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (https://amzn.to/3L9OLRg) ---Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at [ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com] (http://professionaltroublemakerbook.com/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

27 Apr 2022

13 MINS

13:29

27 Apr 2022

#101

Trust Your Gut (with Lisa Price)

Today on Professional Troublemaker, we are re-airing one of our most listened to episodes with the amazing Lisa Price, founder and president of Carol’s Daughter. With $100, her own kitchen, and a determination to follow her dream, Lisa grew her beloved hobby of creating fragrances, creams, and oils into a multimillion-dollar beauty empire. In 1994, she founded Carol’s Daughter, which is lovingly named for her mother. Initially, she started off with a handful of steady customers. Those numbers grew in leaps and bounds as women outside her neighborhood and circle of friends began to take notice. Lisa has been appointed as a member of the National Women’s Business Council, an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the president, Congress, and the US Small Business Administration, on economic issues that face female business owners. She’s a mentor, leader, and inspiration, and this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. **** CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST --- [Carol’s Daughter] (https://www.carolsdaughter.com/) ---Follow Lisa on Instagram - [@IAmLisaPrice] (https://www.instagram.com/iamlisaprice/) CONNECT WITH LUVVIE ---Follow Luvvie on Instagram - [@Luvvie] (https://instagram.com/luvvie) ---Go to [TEXTLUVVIE.com] (https://textluvvie.com) on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS  ---Pre-order [RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens] (https://amzn.to/3L9OLRg) ---Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at [ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com] (http://professionaltroublemakerbook.com/) 📕 Grab a copy of [Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual] (https://luvvie.org/books/professional-troublemaker/) 🔗 Connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones --- [Instagram] (http://instagram.com/Luvvie) & Threads (@Luvvie) --- [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luvvie) --- [Official Website (Luvvie.org)] (http://luvvie.org) 🗣️ Engage ---Share your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. ---For episode transcripts, check out [Luvvie.org/podcast] (http://Luvvie.org/podcast) If you're an aspiring writer, explore [The Book Academy] (http://thebookacademy.com) , Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors! 📚✨ ... Read more

13 Apr 2022

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:37

13 Apr 2022