Brown Ambition

Tiffany kicks off the episode by sneezing and coughing, Oh no! Unfortunately, Tiffany is under the weather after her fabulous company trip to New Orleans. The ladies do a quick catch up and Tiffany logs off to get some much need rest. Feel better Tiffany !After the break, we are joined by the illustrious Christopher Rivas. Christopher Rivas is quickly becoming one of the most sought after multi-hyphenates as an actor, author, podcaster, and storyteller. He will soon release his book Brown Enough, which explores what it means to be Brown in America.Pre-Order Chris's book "Brown Enough' here!https://www.christopherrivas.com/bookWe want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ladies are back to answer your juicy career questions!First, a listener has a serious dilemma. She has a new job opportunity with amazing benefits but is concerned about taking it because she's trying to get pregnant. Unfortunately, her maternity leave won't kick in for a year, so, she asked our financial besties for advice.Lastly, a frustrated listener is being underpaid! She agreed to a 38k a year salary and has only been making 36k. Then, she wants to know if she should freelance secretly to make more money on the side even though her boss is unaware.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandi kicks off this episode by recapping the panel she hosted at the Congressional Black Caucus. Then, Tiffany explains taking her team on a trip and how she handles giving out bonuses! Tiffany also shares with the BA Fam what she looks for in a mentor and what's most important to her.For this week's Boost or Break, Tiffany breaks for people not respecting her boundaries in her home- then boosts for her bonus daughter's 16th Birthday Trip. Mandi boosts Rihanna performing at the Super Bowl!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ladies are back for a classic BA Q&A!First, listener "Suzie Carmichael" feels a little uneasy about spending her savings on home repairs. Tiffany and Mandi gave her great advice on how to handle it.Then, a serial job hopper wants to know what to do with all of her Roth RIA accounts. Tiffany tells her roll it over! If you want to find your missing money, checkout https://www.missingmoney.com/.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany kicks off the episode by talking about her birthday trip to Dubai which leads to an awesome conversation about traveling by yourself. Then, the ladies discuss budgeting while on vacation. They also give great tips on how to get the most out of your credit card benefits.This episode we are joined by Tiffany's mentee, Dasia Langaigne. Dasia did an awesome book review on "Get Good With Money" that went viral on TikTok! Dasia is a student, business owner, and a Tiktoker on the side. Dasia gives great advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast.Follow Dasia!IG: dasia_32TikTok: dasiasaysso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany teaches us a masterclass on how to launch a New York Times Best Seller! This episode includes every single thing you need to know including buying domains, building community, text message marketing, email marketing and so much more. Even though Tiffany is a master mind at book promotion, this awesome advice will be helpful to anyone launching anything.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you sell your home for over a million dollars? What do you do with this new money? Even though it's a good problem to have, it's not something to drag your feet on! Tiffany's friend has this dilemma, and the ladies break down exactly what she should do as a new millionaire.Then, Mandi shares her excitement about her negotiation masterclass! In this FREE Virtual Masterclass, You'll Learn How To:​​​​​​​ Negotiate without doubt and anxiety  Brand yourself to attract the juiciest job offers. Figure out exactly what to ask for before you negotiate. Nail the interview so they practically throw money at you. Rock the counteroffer and leave no crumbs behind!  Go secure your spot now at https://event.webinarjam.com/register/21/wggwoh9.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Mandi boosts for the new movie "Woman King." We love Viola Davis over here at Brown Ambition, so be sure to go see her new movie. Tiffany boosts for taking zinc to improve skin -- then boosts for black women not overworking thems

This week, Tiffany grills Mandi on negotiation tips!Tiffany has been lowballing herself and it's time to raise her prices. Mandi gives incredible advice on how to determine your worth and how to reach out to your peers and ask questions. If you struggle with negotiating, this is the perfect episode for you.Be sure to checkout mandimoneyscripts.com and get your negotiation guide today.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany starts the episode by talking about her successful premiere party for her Netflix documentary "Get Smart With Money." Then, Mandi recaps her time at FinCon and said Brown Ambition got a lot of love! The ladies share their interesting history with FinCon and Mandi speaks about a powerful moment she had with "Women of Color" podcasters.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany breaks and discourages anyone from being critical of the disenfranchised people who are airing their grievances surrounding the monarchy. She then goes on to explain the specific effect that their legacy left on her family during/after the Biafran war.Mandi boosts for her new negotiation guide! Be sure to check it out now at www.mandimoneyscripts.com and learn plenty of helpful negotiation tips.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i

Your financial besties are back to answer your juicy questions.First, listener "Shady" wants to know if she should start a business similar to the company she already works for. Mandi gives her great advice on how not to stir up the pot at work!Then, listener "Theo" got a great job offer but feels guilty about leaving his current job after only being there six months. Tiffany and Mandi encourage him to do what's best for himself.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany kicks off this episode by recapping her exciting Vegas trip! She treated her sisters to front row tickets to the Usher residency and they had a blast. Then, she expresses her excitement about her new Netflix documentary "Get Smart With Money." Be sure to check it out.The ladies then reflect on their early Brown Ambition days and share some sentimental memories. They also discuss the Tabitha Brown controversy and Tiffany shares some of the nasty realities of the entertainment industry.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Mandi boosts about her new negotiation guide! Be sure to check it out now at www.mandimoneyscripts.com and learn plenty of helpful negotiation tips. Tiffany boosts for raising her rates and knowing her worth.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for pr

The ladies are back to answer your juicy finance questions.First, listener "Trudy" writes in and needs advice on how to save money on a $60,000 salary. Tiffany and Mandi give their special tips on the best techniques to save money.Then, listener "Unsure" has serious concerns and questions about her 401k . Lastly, a listener wants to know if they should max out their Roth IRA before investing in a brokerage account. As always, our financial besties give them the best advice.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a Brown Ambition Church Announcement!Tiffany's Netflix documentary, "Get Smart With Money," comes out September 6, 2022. Be sure to watch the trailer and add it to your watchlist.Then, the ladies break down the student loan relief plan and how that's going to help us moving forward. Mandi also encourages everyone to checkout studentaid.gov/debtrelief to get all of the details for yourself.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany boosts for Nigeria banning white models in all advertising which leads to a conversation about skin bleaching. Then, Mandi boosts for Lizzo's inspirational speech at the VMAs.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your financial big sisters are back to answer your juicy career questions.First, listener Steph writes in because she has a job offer from her current company's competitor and needs advice on how to handle it. Mandi gives her brilliant advice on how to use her leverage to get more money and weigh her options.Then, listener Sarah wants to know the ladies' opinion of the "over-employment" movement -- leading Mandi and Tiffany to warn her about burnout and to encourage everyone to find a gig that will benefit your skill set.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany starts the episode by showing off her Webby Award that finally came in the mail. The ladies then celebrate their Webby Award win again and share their excitement about their Plutus Award nomination.Your financial besties also warn you about internet safety and how to be cautious about posting online. Plus, Mandi shares a humbling moment she had after catching a flat tire.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Mandi breaks for racist appraisers in the housing market and boosts for "The Read Podcast" coming back with a breakdown about Beyonce's new album. Tiffany boosts for her IG Live with "Financial Times" and her starring part in a Netflix documentary called "Get Smart With Money."Bill A5146We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your financial sisters are back to answer your juicy questions!First, a listener writes in who has a lot of medical debt and desperately needs advice. The ladies do not disappoint with their answer. Then, a very frustrated listener writes in about her personal student loan debt and feels that she'll never pay it off. Of course, Mandi and Tiffany give them the best advice and resources to help!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Mandi and Tiffany talk all about bad parenting on the internet -- and why laws need to be created for kids online.Tiffany also talks about setting boundaries in business and making hard decisions to achieve happiness. For this week's Boost or Break, Tiffany breaks because of Covid, while Mandi boosts the new data from the Great Resignation -- which proves that you can quit your way rich!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic has made a lot of us realize we’re worth more than we’re getting paid at work. While our attitudes toward compensation may have changed, the best way to level up hasn’t: negotiating. It’s not as scary as it sounds! In this episode of CNN’s Diversifying, host Delyanne Barros talks to Mandi Woodruff-Santos about knowing your value and how to ask for more – from signing bonuses to leadership opportunities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your financial besties are back to answer your juicy finance questions.First, a listener wants to know if she should take money out of her retirement fund to start a food truck business. Mandi and Tiffany give their expert advice on why they think this is a horrible idea.Then, listener Ken writes in to say he's drowning in debt and needs advice on how to pay off debt and boost his credit score. As usual, the ladies do not disappoint with their answer!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, .Tiffany kicks things off with a recap about her time at Invest Fest, Also, it turns out Mandi was right about the jobs report -- employers added half a million jobs this year.The ladies then break down the "Inflation Reduction Act," and what it really means for your bottom line.And for this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany breaks due to Covid, while Mandi boosts for jobs -- with an extra nod to Viola Davis's memoir.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.