66: How Les of Balanced Black Girl handles pressure, finds purpose beyond her work, and cultivates community

Independent Business

Have you dreamt of leaving your corporate job to become a full-time podcaster? That’s exactly what Les Alfred did when she wanted to help other women like her find purpose, balance, and resources for self-development. Listen in as she shares all of her secrets, including how she built a loyal and successful community through her podcast.

Les Alfred is a content creator, business owner, and the host of Balanced Black Girl, a podcast dedicated to helping you feel your best by providing approachable health, self-care, and personal development tips.

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Resources mentioned

• The Balanced Black Girl episode with Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins
• Oprah Winfrey
• Issa Rae
• Elaine Welteroth
• Episode 55 with Justin Shiels
• A New Host for the Independent Business Podcast episode

Connect with the guest

• Podcast: balancedblackgirl.com/podcast
• YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCBxaP1FieK4i9i_mfh0PdWg
• Instagram: instagram.com/balancedles
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@balancedles

Connect with the host

• Website: podcast.honeybook.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/honeybook
• Instagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

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