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Almost 1 full year ago we had the pleasure of speaking with award winning author Ni’cola Mitchell. In that interview we talked about how she was determined to succeed, how she sold over 800 books BEFORE they were even ready for print through her own efforts, and more importantly we talked about her tremendous work ethic. I am particularly pleased about our conversation this second time around for two reasons; FIRST, every entrepreneur should hope to grow personally and professionally and Ni’cola has. SECOND, Ms. Mitchell has never been as transparent and available to her fans as she has been in this interview.

There’s a new list of books ready to be released, new additions to the team, and of course, new stories to be told by this week’s guest. Most importantly however, may be the story of survival, focus, dedication and re-invention that Ni’cola has lived since the last time she was featured on HUSTLE HARDER. Where most dream chasers and entrepreneurs would find a reason or excuse to give up, Ms. Mitchell used as a reason to fight. She used it as the single biggest reason WHY SHE COULD NOT FAIL.

It’s becoming more evident that these interviews are more than just tips from successful entrepreneurs. The interviews are becoming a live example of what it takes to truly be your own boss. There will be tough decisions, there will be even tougher situations, but as this fiction author illustrates in this conversation; Sometimes the best stories are those of pure will, definite truth, and overcoming obstacles. After all, isn’t that what it takes to be successful in business anyway? Will, truth and the ability to overcome obstacles? You owe it to yourself to learn from one of the best in the business, as I present to you Ms. Nicola Mitchell.

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What is YOUR DRIVING FORCE? Chasing Dreams Instead Of Other’s Expectations w/ Chike Uzoka

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on April 16th, 2013 by chuckishustle - No Comments

After doing anything for a certain amount of time, the thought is that you’d get better at doing that thing. Even if we don’t voice it, even if we never even admit it to our best friends, closest confidant’s or spouse, I believe we all want to improve in some area of our lives. Our guest this week; Mr. Chike Uzoka is an entrepreneur whose sole purpose is to make sure that he helps others get better. As a small business owner, consultant and coach, he spends the bulk of his time helping people all over the country shorten the learning curve and achieve success quicker. It was only natural that he be a guest here to share what inspires him to HUSTLE HARDER SUCCESS MARKETING.

This interview immediately stands out as one of my favorites. I’m not quite sure why it felt so incredibly different, so laid back and fun, but I think it was because we went straight to the root of what it takes to be successful. When you listen to this interview, you’ll see that we quickly glazed over the “fluff” and we got into the principles, philosophies and actions that it takes to run a successful business. Chike has been on both sides of the fence; as a corporate heavyweight on Wall Street and a thriving entrepreneur. You’ll more than likely understand exactly Mr. Uzoka means when he says that at one point he realized that he simply was not a very good employee!

So here’s the question, what is it going to take to get you into the game? It’s been said that most people aren’t even active participants in their own rescue; they’d rather wait, hope and expect change. Chike Uzoka and I don’t want you to be a part of that crowd. Our combined goal is to spark the fire, and /or point you in the right direction towards living the life that you truly feel that you deserve. You’re about to listen to a man that didn’t necessarily walk the plan that his parents thought that he should have, but he had the courage to walk boldly in his own direction. For that, he is being richly rewarded and for this interview, he’s sharing the wealth of knowledge that has afforded him the ability to be a successful small business owner.

Success Comes “Naturally”: feat Rising Star Cassidy Blackwell

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on April 9th, 2013 by chuckishustle - 2 Comments

When I met Ms. Cassidy Blackwell, I knew that she was in her element. We were in downtown San Francisco finishing up a live event at Bloomingdales and we were both “working the room”. By now you guys know I’m all about networking and meeting great entrepreneurs and business owners at any chance that I get. While talking to Ms. Blackwell, it was easy to realize that she is not only a rising star in the blogosphere; she’s also someone that is a testament to doing something that you love and reaping the rewards.

Cassidy’s extremely popular website “Natural Selection” has become one of the most highly trafficked sites in terms of natural hair, and all things empowerment for women in fashion. What I found even more powerful was how actively engaged she is with her target audience; Cassidy has developed a family type atmosphere within her community that is so strong, I’ve literally been asked “how did she do it”? So of course, I figured what better way than to ask the budding phenom herself!

Enjoy:

1. How did you get started blogging, and why do you think you have such a faithful following?

I started my blog in July of 2009 when I decided to take the plunge and go natural. From the beginning, I’ve allowed readers to experience my true and authentic journey. I think that people consistently read my blog because not only is it candid, but I allow my personality to show through. I also try to keep things accessible for a wide audience and share personal things about myself and my individual journey that allows people to truly connect with me. What you’ll find is that my blog is on the surface about natural hair, but dig a little deeper and it’s about exploration of self, culture and identity through the lens of a 20-something who is trying to figure it all out.

2. When you started your blog, did you intend for it to take on the huge & consistently growing following that you have now?

Absolutely not! I intended to write it and have my friends and maybe my mom read it on occasion. The fact that it is still alive and thriving humbles me each and every day.

3. You cater to a very powerful, yet specific market- do you think that there is a double standard in corporate America against the “natural” look?

There is a particular standard, but I often see that it is a standard that we as African American women set for ourselves and allow corporate America to follow suit. We have been for decades internalizing this idea that our natural hair is not acceptable, and I believe that we set this standard before anybody else did. If a black woman goes into a board room confidently wearing her hair natural, nobody will bat a lash. It’s when we let that insecurity creep in that, it becomes a “thing”. It’s up to us to set our own standards for ourselves first and foremost.

There are a lot of people who say that natural hair is untidy and unkempt, but that is true of any hair. If you don’t take the time to brush and wash long, straight blonde hair it’s the same thing as not taking the time to care for natural hair. Making an effort to keep up with your appearance is the most important thing you can do for your professional image regardless of ethnicity or hair texture.

4. How big of a business is the industry of “natural beauty”

Today it’s absolutely massive. You’re seeing a lot more natural hair products on the market place and that’s because a lot of the large brands and retailers have recognized this shift we’ve seen towards natural hair. To be recognized as a movement on such a large scale makes me believe that natural hair is definitely here to stay.

5. If you could give advice to a room full of women considering altering their looks for a better shot at chasing their dreams, what would you tell them?

That it may not be a dream worth pursuing. I don’t believe that one should sacrifice the identity they were born with to pursue their dream and to fit in a particular mold. As I said before, set your own standard of beauty, excellence, achievement and in the long term you will be rewarded for that.

Thank you Cassidy!!!

**Now guys you know we’re going to have to have her back on in full audio format right? leave a comment if you agree!**

Rising Star, Dream Chaser, Author… Entrepreneur! Mr. Dovev Weaver Shares His Success Tips!

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on April 2nd, 2013 by chuckishustle - No Comments

Dovev Weaver simply gets it. As part of a new addition to the “HUSTLE HARDER” family, the man that most on twitter know as @coachdtalks is one of the rising stars in the world of entrepreneurship. Like most of us, he found himself at a point in life where a decision had to be made; either he could continue to merely survive, or he could choose to act on his strong faith and chase his dreams. Have you made your choice yet? Is there something inside of you that you KNOW you would be great at, or perhaps more importantly, is there something that you know YOU WOULD BE HAPPY DOING? These are the self-assessing questions that Dovev was forced to ask himself, and because he was absolutely honest with himself, the answers have been life changing.

As someone that has a background in one of my favorite industries, direct sales (otherwise faithfully known as network marketing), Dovev took a crash course in leadership, people skills, and was able to realize his calling in life. He wanted to help others live with more abundance, mentally, financially and many other ways. It’s been said that a man with nothing to believe in, nothing to fight for, is already dead; so it’s worth the argument that a man with no dream, with no vision of “what’s next” for himself has too, already begun to die from the inside out. Okay, without all the fluff: If you aren’t working on building your own dreams, someone will surely make sure that you are building theirs. Do you know what your dream is? Has it been readily defined with steps laid out on how it can be achieved? Don’t worry, Dovev’s new book will help you get on track!

I’m impressed by his insight, his ability to understand the reason behind being a servant leader, and I’m impressed with his continuous quest for knowledge. Mr. Weaver is a force to be reckoned with to anyone that is stuck in a place where doubt, fear and uncertainty have paralyzed their growth. If you want to hear from someone that had their back against the wall, someone that had the courage to start their own business, and someone who is growing, practicing, strengthening and consistently sharing their success principles, and tips for being a strong business owner; you want to listen to Dovev Weaver.

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Chuck Hawkins: Why Having A “SLEDGE HAMMER” Will ALWAYS Ensure Your Success- Recorded Training From Mr. “HUSTLE HARDER”

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on March 18th, 2013 by chuckishustle - 2 Comments

Since 2009, I can’t count how many people have asked me about the “SLEDGE HAMMER” that is the center piece of my logo. I’ve explained it’s extremely sentimental meaning time and time again, but this year I decided to do even more with it. Over the past few weeks, I held an exclusive training session for a select group of entrepreneurs and dream chasers where we broke down each letter in the word “SLEDGE HAMMER”. We talked about Sacrifice, Leverage, etc. and within each topic real life examples were given to magnify the power behind each word.

We not only implemented tools that were designed to identify and remove mental hurdles, but perhaps what was most important is that everyone that participated in the training calls had their personal philosophies of success, money, work ethic and belief challenged. If you know anything about construction, you know how important the sledge hammer is, and for that reason alone I felt it was imperative to break these modules down to reflect one of the most consistently used and powerful tools known to man.

Typically I feature other highly successful entrepreneurs, but this week (partly due to the class of individuals that participated in this training series) I decided to share all but one of the recordings with the hustleharder.net family. I promise you that when you listen to these calls you will feel empowered. It is my ultimate goal that you are able to use these recordings as a baseline on your journey towards achieving your personal goals. In fact, for what may perhaps be the first time ever, I don’t have the words to tell you how powerful these calls can be, if you honestly and eagerly listen to the information that is within them. I firmly believe that the majority of people out there want more out of life; they know they’re better than the results that they’ve produced so far and typically just don’t know where to start. What I’ve also learned is that most people are willing to do the work…if they have the right tools. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, grab your note pads, and your SLEDGE HAMMERS, and enjoy.

When INSPIRATION Hits… How This INSPIRED SISTA’ (Tangie Henry) Is Changing The Face Of Motivation & Business.

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on February 26th, 2013 by chuckishustle - No Comments

There was absolutely no way possible that I could promise you all what I do here on “HUSTLE HARDER” and NOT reach out to this edition’s guest. Ms. Tangie Henry is one of the most humble, energetic and unapologetically powerful women that I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. She has made it her life’s personal mission to spread her gift of inspiration to women everywhere and business is booming! During our conversation, Tangie shares her personal story which serves as “ground zero” for her brand of empowerment. I believe that since Ms. Henry has been there and done that she holds a built in authority that allows her to not only connect and identify with her audience, but also allows her inspiration to have a lasting impact on their lives.

Before we were even halfway through the interview, Tangie had already given a soul-stirring training on the power of the words that we speak, as well as the absolute need to filter both the external and internal conversations that we have every day. After that, she shifted gears and went into her “inspired place” like only she can, and you can hear every ounce of passion, belief and strength that she deposits into every one of her friends, clients and strangers as well. I believe it is absolutely impossible to spend time listening to Tangie Henry and not feel inspired to fight for your dreams and goals. South Central Los Angeles may have helped to develop Tangie, but I believe that it in NO WAY defines who she is now. Her vision, her belief, and her work ethic has and will continue to open doors, and bless people all over the world.

If you’ve ever seen one of Tangie’s videos, or caught her at one of her live events, you know very well the power that this interview that you’re about to listen to contains. I urge you to listen to this interview with one question in mind: “What can I take away from this interview that I can use in my life IMMEDIATELY” listen for the answer to that question, and I promise you that you will find a wealth of information that will not only inspire you, but propel you further towards your dreams and goals. This Inspired Sista is second to none in terms of leadership and motivation. She cares about everyone in her circle, but more importantly she wants to bring the best out of you, and this interview is just the beginning.

She Built Her Own Spotlight, JUST TO SHINE IT ON YOU! -Pam Perry Is THE PR SUPERSTAR!!

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on February 6th, 2013 by chuckishustle - No Comments

It’s been said so many times that eventually, SOMEONE MIGHT BELIEVE IT: when you find something that you love to do, AND are able to make a living doing it, you’ll never work another day in your life. If this statement is as true as I believe it to be, then Ms. Pam Perry hasn’t worked a single day in over two decades. Pam is a nationally renowned public relations expert that has grown her personal business to amazing levels and perhaps more importantly, has been the driving force behind some of your favorite entrepreneurs, authors, and more. Not lost in her growing list of accomplishments however, is a sense of quiet confidence and humility that makes her the complete professional that she is.

Think about it, this interview is about to bring the wealth of a SUCCESSFUL 20+ year career. While several agency owners are trying to balance their clients and their client’s obligations, Pam is a well oiled machine of progress. Rather she is coaching new clients, or newcomers to the industry, she continuously blesses everyone that she comes into contact with. She is so much more than a message strategist, Pam has created something special through her relentless work ethic, and her personal interaction that she has with each client. Maybe this is why her clients have been featured on every medium from CNN to SUCCESS Magazine.

Pam Perry wants you all to know that while NOTHING MOVES UNTIL SOMETHING IS SOLD, she reminds entrepreneurs to remember that you have to be in it for more than the money, as a matter of fact, you should be doing something that you would do for free! That’s right, FOR FREE! I could go into it, but then again, that’s why our guest is here this week. I strongly believe that Pam Perry brings an inherently strong and uniquely packaged gift of experience, knowledge and excitement to us during this interview which I know will help you in your endeavors. I’ve heard the easiest road to success, is to travel a road that’s already been paved and in my opinion, Ms. Perry has just given us all the green light! Enjoy the interview.

The Unapologetic Truth about Small Business w/ The Nation’s Top Rated Entrepreneur- Melinda Emerson

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on January 28th, 2013 by chuckishustle - 1 Comment

Success has a language of its own. It is a confident, up-beat, high energy, positive, humble and encouraging language, and while speaking with our guest this week, that truth has never been more evident. Ms. Melinda Emerson is a woman who has become literally synonymous with the word successful. As one of the country’s foremost authorities on entrepreneurship, and experts in small business, Melinda carefully explains how her personal system can be used to “BECOME YOUR OWN BOSS”. By now you all know that I don’t like to give any of the interview’s content away, but I’ll go ahead and give you this heart-felt warning: MELINDA TOOK THE GLOVES OFF! There was no sugar coating the truth, no “hand holding” around the hurdles that will come, and best of all, she made NO APOLOGIES for wanting to pull the absolute best out of everyone that listens to this interview.

If you spend any time on twitter, chances are that you’ve seen Melinda’s small biz chat, which is just about a brand all within itself. During the live tweet-chat session, Ms. Emerson brings her celebrated small business guru’s into a live interviewing session where they share tips, experiences, software, expertise, and anything else that can help to empower the community that she passionately serves. Coupled with her newest book “SOCIAL MEDIA NINJA” Melinda is doing more than earning her moniker of the “SMALL BIZ LADY” and perhaps more importantly, reminding everyone that they can do, what most people are scared to do. THEY CAN chase their dreams of being self employed.

There’s so much that I can say in regards to accolades and accomplishments, but what I found most impressive about Melinda Emerson, is the heart-felt passion that she possesses. She truly cares about people, their education, and the small business community as a whole. Melinda is not JUST an author, nor is she JUST a business woman, coach, mentor etc. In my opinion, Melinda is one of the rare and most COMPLETE HEAVYWEIGHTS that the industry has seen in a long time. While you listen to this interview, keep in mind that you’re listening to someone that has been recognized on the HIGHEST levels! Ask yourself what you can take from this interview to implement into your life and your business IMMEDIATELY, because one thing is certain, Melinda Emerson will do everything in her power to end small business failure. What are YOU willing to do?

Is Your Business or Blog Ready For The Spotlight? Social Media Strategist Angie Jordan Shares The Secrets To Greater Visibility!

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on January 15th, 2013 by chuckishustle - No Comments

In my never-ending quest to ensure that you receive the best advice and success tips available for the growth of your business, I have to say that without a doubt, this week’s guest brings an amazing amount of value to the table. Now, I know that’s a big check to write, however given that 99.9% of business, research, and interaction all are being done in some way, shape or form online this week’s guest Ms. Angie M. Jordan is someone you should follow. Once you listen to her story, her background and her evolution, more than likely you’ll agree with me that she is the walking definition of our “HUSTLE HARDER” philosophy.

Angie Jordan is a social media strategist, and all around web guru that shows people how to create a higher quality of content, increase traffic to their personal blogs and perhaps my personal favorite: Angie shows people how to effectively monetize their websites (what can I say, I do enjoy a profit) Ms. Jordan encourages her clients and everyone that she comes into contact with to “stop marketing, and start engaging”, urging companies and entrepreneurs alike to understand that search is becoming more social. There is no doubt that connecting with your core and target audience is at an all time premium in today’s fast paced click-happy marketplace, and Angie has made a successful career teaching people how to do exactly that. If I have learned anything during the hustleharder.net experience, it’s that you can ALWAYS aspire to have a broader reach especially if you believe in what you’re presenting online.

I want you to think strategically. Both Angie and I want you to think bigger, faster. As of the moment you listen to this interview, you are required to think, dream and believe on a larger scale. What if you implemented the tools, tips and knowledge that Ms. Jordan shares with us on YOUR site? Would you get more viewers, comments, make more money? All of those are great, but the key here is to get the tools first. They say that knowledge is power, and I partially agree. See the whole truth, at least in my opinion, is that the IMPLIMENTATION of that knowledge is power. Ms. Angie M. Jordan has taken time out of her schedule to equip us all. I’m eager to see what happens to your dreams, goals and web traffic! ENOY!

It’s YOUR MONEY, And You Should Keep As Much As You Possibly Can- Learn From Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche

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on January 8th, 2013 by chuckishustle - No Comments

Without fail, for those of us that entertain New Year’s resolutions, improving personal and business finances are among the top of the list. One of the primary reasons that the Hustle Harder Success brand was created stemmed from watching people all over the country struggle to make basic family monetary decisions. See, when you have more month than money, often times you’ll find yourself debating between paying the car note and paying for groceries, or maybe you’re argument was rent or daycare, either way it’s been said and more than likely proven that the average American household can avoid bankruptcy if they had an extra $500.00 every month. Let’s be honest, in the grand scheme of things, that’s NOT a lot of money. But where can the average household who’s actively balancing work, children, life and everything else find the time to make an extra $500.00?

If you listen to Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, she’ll happily tell you: “IT’S ALL IN THE BUDGET”. Tiffany is one of the foremost authorities when it comes to creating, implementing, and teaching others the value of budgeting. During the interview that you’re able to listen to below Tiffany shares the principles that she still actively practices that made her book “THE ONE WEEK BUDGET” a best seller and a national success. Pardon the catch phrase, but Ms. Aliche is on a mission to help others help themselves. Her passion, personality and overall delivery allows her to be able to teach without lecturing and (maybe only important to me) but also have fun while you’re learning how to make your money last. After all, the number one rule of money that I’ve learned throughout my career is that it’s not how much you make, its how much you keep.

The Budgetnista works heavily within schools, churches and communities to make sure that people are financially empowered. As a speaker, she has carefully created a timeless energetic message and curriculum that is second to none. If you have ever thought about stretching your income and needed a strategic road map, YOU MUST listen to this interview. I challenge you, along with the renowned BUDGETNISTA, to stop the cycle of having more month than money, and begin with… A ONE WEEK BUDGET. Enjoy the interview!

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Hustle Harder Success Marketing

Appreciate The Process, And Capitalize On The Opportunity: A Success Story w/ Ms. Ni’cola Mitchell

What is YOUR DRIVING FORCE? Chasing Dreams Instead Of Other’s Expectations w/ Chike Uzoka

Success Comes “Naturally”: feat Rising Star Cassidy Blackwell

Rising Star, Dream Chaser, Author… Entrepreneur! Mr. Dovev Weaver Shares His Success Tips!

Chuck Hawkins: Why Having A “SLEDGE HAMMER” Will ALWAYS Ensure Your Success- Recorded Training From Mr. “HUSTLE HARDER”

When INSPIRATION Hits… How This INSPIRED SISTA’ (Tangie Henry) Is Changing The Face Of Motivation & Business.

She Built Her Own Spotlight, JUST TO SHINE IT ON YOU! -Pam Perry Is THE PR SUPERSTAR!!

The Unapologetic Truth about Small Business w/ The Nation’s Top Rated Entrepreneur- Melinda Emerson

It’s YOUR MONEY, And You Should Keep As Much As You Possibly Can- Learn From Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche

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