The Journey with Morgan DeBaun

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Ask Me Anything! Morgan Answers YOUR Questions Mar 26, 2024

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You asked, and now Morgan is answering! This week Morgan DeBaun is sitting down for a Q&A session to answer your questions from social media, covering everything from investing, motherhood, marketing, and more!

Morgan is spilling the tea on business partnerships, Facebook ads, burnout, and even what she'd tell her thirteen-year-old self. Plus she's sharing what sleep has been like with a baby at home, and getting real about work-life balance as a new mom.

Tune in and take a peek inside Morgan's mind as she goes deep into everything you want to know! Make sure you're following Morgan on Instagram where you can submit your own questions to be answered right here on a future episode of The Journey!

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How Tabitha Brown Built Her Business Empire Mar 19, 2024

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This week, Morgan DeBaun sits down with social media personality, actress, and author Tabitha Brown for a captivating look at her journey to create a business empire. This episode is a behind-the-scenes peek at how Tabitha manages various business ventures, covering everything from her schedule and team to how she makes faith-based decisions on what to do next.

Tabitha reveals how she responded to the call from God to start creating content on social media back in 2017, and how that decision opened the door for life-changing collaborations with the likes of McCormick and Target. She explains the team she created to support her as she navigated the budding world of social media and entrepreneurship.

Tabitha and Morgan get into a conversation on balance, with Tabitha emphasizing the importance of scheduling breaks to avoid burnout and Morgan speaking on the challenges she's faced navigating work as a new mom. They also discuss content creation and the self-work that goes into showing up authentically online.

Finally, they touch on Tabitha's new book, I Did A New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free, and the challenge she presents readers with to try something new every day.

Tune in for a candid conversation filled with business wisdom, words of faith, and Tabitha's unique charm. Like what you hear? Make sure to leave a rating and review wherever you listen!

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How Create & Cultivate Founder Jaclyn Johnson Bought Back Her Multimillion-Dollar Company Mar 05, 2024

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This week, Morgan is joined by fellow powerhouse entrepreneur Jaclyn Johnson for the inside scoop on Jaclyn's reacquisition of her company Create & Cultivate after selling it a few years back. In the episode, they get into all things investing, navigating life as a wealthy woman, and dating after divorce. To start things off, Jaclyn paints a picture of her life after exiting the multimillion-dollar Create & Cultivate company - from buying a house in Napa to exploring Europe with her girlfriends. She also explains the challenging identity shifts she faced going from CEO to taking a more backseat role in the business. Morgan and Jaclyn move into a conversation on angel investing, with Jaclyn sharing the purpose of her platform Cherub as a dating app of sorts to match angel investors with aligned entrepreneurs. They explain the process of angel investing, and how the landscape has changed post-pandemic. The conversation is not all business! Jaclyn and Morgan discuss the value they both place on investing in resources that free up time, and they share the reality that it's normal for high-powered, ambitious women to have a lot of support behind the scenes. They also talk relationships, with Jaclyn sharing about her post-divorce dating life and her attempts to step into her feminine energy. This episode is a true journey through Jaclyn's business endeavors and life over the past few years, and there is so much to learn along the way! Tune in, take some notes, and make sure to leave a rating and review!

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From Idea to Launch: How to Build a Business From the Ground Up Feb 27, 2024

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Have a business idea (or a few) swirling around in your head that you'd love to see out in the world? Morgan is sharing her roadmap for taking a new business from idea to launch, and how to decide if it's a business worth starting in the first place. Plus, she's giving a detailed behind-the-scenes look at how she took her original idea for Mor Matcha all the way to launch! To start things off, Morgan introduces her DRIP decision-making framework as a tool for deciding whether or not a business idea should be pursued. She then delves into the practicalities of preparing for launch, from creating a budget to understanding your customer avatar. Morgan also breaks down what legal and operational considerations need to be squared away before launch, and what can wait. Finally, Morgan shares her thoughts on launching, encouraging business owners to be bold in their launches and also remain open to feedback. She stresses the importance of continuous iteration and optimization post-launch - because the business journey doesn't end at launch. Tune in and take notes as Morgan guides you through the journey of taking your business from idea to launch with confidence and clarity. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review on Apple! Your support is appreciated!

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Balanced Black Girl's Les Alfred On Becoming a Full-Time Content Creator Feb 20, 2024

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This week on The Journey, Morgan is joined by Les Alfred, host of the Balanced Black Girl podcast. Les is sharing her journey to full-time content creator and how she is embracing growth in her 30s.

Les shares the pivotal moment when she realized she was losing money by staying in her corporate job and decided to take her podcast full-time. She and Morgan discuss the benefits of corporate experience for entrepreneurs, and how to know when it's time to commit to full-time entrepreneurship.

The conversation turns to social media trends, with Morgan and Les examining the differences between Instagram and TikTok and sharing their favorite trends from the last year. Les breaks down how she's been able to monetize her content, and she credits her self-discipline and continuous reinvestment into her business for her success.

They discuss the future of Balanced Black Girl, with Les excitedly sharing plans for merch, live shows, and inspired podcast content on friendships and dating over the next year. Les also divulges her new partnership with Dear Media and offers up some must-read books that have shaped her perspective.

Tune in for a look at Les Alfred's journey to full-time content creator, and make sure to subscribe to both The Journey and Balanced Black Girl podcasts. Keep an eye out for Morgan's guest feature on Les's podcast coming soon!

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Behind the Scenes of Raising Venture Capital (When's the Right Time for Your Business?) Feb 13, 2024

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Ever thought about raising venture capital for your business? In this episode, Morgan DeBaun breaks down everything a founder should know before diving into the venture fundraising process, sharing her invaluable insights from the perspective of both a fundraiser and an investor.

First up, Morgan dives into a crucial question: Should you even raise venture capital for your business? Spoiler alert: More often than not, the answer is no. But for those who do opt for the fundraising path, Morgan warns that the venture capital journey won't be easy.

Through the episode, Morgan breaks down the phases of venture funding, from the Friends and Family and Angel Round to the critical Seed Round, all the way to the Series A, B, and C Rounds and beyond. She shares the benefits and challenges of each round and highlights what founders should pay attention to as they navigate the process. Morgan shares what she looks for in the entrepreneurs she chooses to support as an angel investor: resilience and grit. It's these qualities that often make the difference between success and failure in the cutthroat world of startups. Not sure if venture funding is the right choice for your business? After you listen to the episode, check out Morgan's workshop [link below] which will help you decide if fundraising is the appropriate next step for your startup. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review!

Additional Resources:

Fundraising Masterclass: https://worksmartprogram.ac-page.com/masterclass-fundraise

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How To Make Creative Entrepreneurship Work ft. Phoebe Robinson Feb 06, 2024

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This week, Morgan DeBaun is joined by acclaimed comedian and best-selling author Phoebe Robinson for a deep dive into the balancing act of creative entrepreneurship.

Phoebe opens up about her beginnings in comedy, recounting the pivotal moments where she took daring leaps that catapulted her career to new heights. She reflects on the sheer determination and hard work required to hone her craft and encourages others on creative paths not to seek shortcuts in the pursuit of success.

Morgan and Phoebe discuss the unique challenges of creative entrepreneurship and the importance of maintaining space to create within the role of running a business. Phoebe shares her experiences hiring a team, establishing routines to protect her creative time, and ultimately crafting a career she never wants to retire from.

Phoebe's biggest piece of advice for aspiring writers and creatives eager to find success in their niche: Actually do the work.

It is this mindset of engaging in her craft as a forever student that Phoebe attributes all of her success.

Creative entrepreneurs: Tune in and take notes - this episode will not only leave you feeling inspired but also provide you with invaluable, tangible guidance on your own journey!

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Candid Conversation on Business & Politics with Morgan's Co-Founder Jeff Nelson Jan 30, 2024

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This week, Morgan DeBaun is joined by her Blavity Inc. co-founder, Jeff Nelson for a candid conversation that spans from the reality of starting a business with friends to the importance of tuning in this election season. Jeff and Morgan start by sharing the story of how Blavity came to be, and they discuss whether or not they recommend doing business with friends. They then delve into the current landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), discussing the disheartening resistance against diversity initiatives from influential figures. Despite how demotivating it may feel, Morgan and Jeff highlight how this resistance amplifies the significance of their work. Shifting gears, the conversation takes a political turn as Morgan and Jeff share their insights on the upcoming election season and the potential impact of low voter turnout in the Black community. They candidly address the disconnect between the administration and voters, stressing the importance of civic engagement. Finally, Morgan and Jeff explore the intersection of politics and artificial intelligence, particularly the treacherous landscape created by generative video technology. Jeff, as a tech expert, shares his concerns about the future implications of AI in politics, especially in the realm of propaganda and policing. In a rallying call to action, Morgan and Jeff emphasize the importance of tuning in, staying informed, and voting—even when faced with imperfect options. Tune in to this insightful and engaging episode navigating the complexities of business, diversity, politics, and the ever-evolving landscape of AI.

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The Legacy of a Black Physician: Dr. Uché Blackstock on Racism in Medicine Jan 23, 2024

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This week on The Journey, Morgan DeBaun welcomes Dr. Uché Blackstock, a Black female physician and author of her newly released book, Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine, for a conversation on health disparities in the Black community. The conversation kicks off with Dr. Uché sharing the inspiring story of her mother's journey to becoming a doctor and how the presence of other Black women doctors influenced Dr. Uché's own path in the medical field. She and Morgan delve into the themes of Dr. Uché's new book, exploring the challenges faced by Black physicians and the historical impacts on health outcomes for Black people.

Morgan and Dr. Uché discuss various health disparities within the Black community, from the lack of standardized care for patients with sickle cell disease to alarming statistics on Black maternal mortality rates. Dr. Uché explains the role of chronic stress due to racism and issues within the medical community in perpetuating patterns of poor health outcomes amongst Black individuals. She also expresses concern over the trend of health outcomes for Black people worsening instead of improving over the last few years.

While the conversation can feel frustrating and hopeless at times, Dr. Uché and Morgan provide insight into how focusing on local community health as well as better practices in health leadership and education can be the key to dismantling systemic barriers in healthcare. At the end of the episode, Morgan makes a commitment to reexamine Blavity's parental leave, and she encourages every listener to commit to being a part of the change as well. After you listen, make sure to reach out and share what action you are taking to make your community a healthier, safer place for people of color!

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