CoRo Is a Crush
CoRo Is a Crush is all about embracing who you are and loving yourself fiercely. Host Nik Austin, the CEO of CoRo, dives into real, empowering conversations that inspire self-discovery and help you navigate this wild ride called life. Tune in for our Expand Your Empire series, where I chat with fellow business owners who’ve weathered the storms and come out stronger. Together, we’ll explore their journeys, share some laughs, and pick up a few lessons along the way. It’s your weekly dose of inspiration, growth, and a whole lot of self-love.
Episodes
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
CCP 046 • Overcoming Self-Doubt and Building Self-Confidence
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
On today's episode, discover 5 powerful strategies to conquer self-doubt and cultivate unshakable self-confidence. Join us as we explore the transformative journey toward a more confident, empowered you. Turn your insecurities into strengths and unleash your true potential. Don't let self-doubt hold you back - start building unwavering self-confidence today!
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
CCP 045 • The Journey of Self-Discovery: Exploring Your Authentic Self
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Today is the beginning of Season 4 and I'm introducing some upcoming events and promotions! I mention facing voice difficulties but am grateful to continue. Episodes will be limited to 30 minutes due to my voice condition, but I promise to be great. I'm encouraging you to follow the podcast on social media and join the email list for updates and exclusive offers. The main topic is "The Journey of Self-Discovery," urging listeners to embrace their interests, passions, and talents, and to be true to themselves.
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Wednesday May 31, 2023
CCP 044 • EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: How Black Music Grew Into a Global Thing feat. Quoyah
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Black Music Month is a time to celebrate the art of black music and its profound impact on American society. It's also a time to reflect on the struggles that Black artists have faced in making their music heard and appreciated by mainstream audiences.
Tomorrow is Black Music Month and here at CoRo we're getting an early start. Guest host and local Indie music artist Quoyah is on the show today to talk about how Black music has grown into a global phenomenon and she wants to make her mark on the world as an artist.
– Connect w/Quoyah: https://instagram.com/shes.quoyah
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Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
If you recognize that you're feeling overwhelmed by your workload or stressed out about some other aspect of running your business, try using guided journals as a tool to help manage your mental health.
Today is the last Wednesday for the JUST WOMEN series! Part 3 features guest host Shawnti Refuge from Shawnti Refuge Journals. Shawnti shares with us how becoming a Mental Health Advocate not only would heal herself, but heal others by creating guided journals.
– Connect w/Shawnti: https://instagram.com/shawntirefugejournals
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Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Your blessing is in your obedience.
Part 2 of our JUST WOMEN series we have Sharline Nelson from Variety by DPC back on the show today. Sharline shares with us how she is stepping into her purpose by becoming a Personal Development Coach and how being obedient to God brought her a blessing.
– Connect w/Sharline: https://instagram.com/varietybydpc
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Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Sisters are doing it for themselves... and we're not leaving anyone behind!
In our second season of our JUST WOMEN series, we have Kay Cole, CEO and founder of Karma's Paradise LLC on the show today. Kay shares how she continues to support and uplift women business owners by creating multiple avenues for business owners to be recognized and noticed.
– Connect w/ Kay: https://www.instagram.com/karmasparadise_llc
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Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Ep. 40 | Do The Work!
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
On today's episode, I'm discussing how doing the work is one of the most important aspects of any job or project. It's what separates those who achieve success from those who don't. If you want to achieve anything in life, you must be willing to put in the effort and work hard. This means making a plan and sticking to it, even when it's difficult.
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Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
There is no one else in the world quite like you—and that's something to celebrate! You don't have to worry about fitting in with other people, because you're already perfect just the way you are!
Guest host Braeden Holden, owner of #I'mDifferent LLC, is on the show today to continue our discussion about being different and how it's really a beautiful thing!
-- Connect w/Braeden: https://instagram.com/im._brae
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Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
There is no one else in the world quite like you—and that's something to celebrate! You don't have to worry about fitting in with other people, because you're already perfect just the way you are!
We're still going strong with Black History Month! Today's episode is broken into 2 parts because this topic is one that people don’t talk about often, but this generation is making it possible to accept in today’s society. Guest host Braeden Holden, owner of #I'mDifferent LLC, is on the show today to talk about the true essence of being different and how he refuses to allow anyone to change him into something he’s not.
-- Connect w/Braeden: https://instagram.com/pray._aboutit
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Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Black Women are considered as the backbone of American culture and it's about time people recognize our impact. Black women are a force to be reckoned with. We're powerful, smart, and beautiful—and we refuse to be boxed in.
This month is Black History Month and here at CoRo we're celebrating all month long. Today is my one year anniversary AND the start of Season 3 of CoRo Is a Crush! Guest host Mi'Keila Harrison, owner of Kingdom Brand Clothing, is on the show today to celebrate my one year anniversary as a podcast host and to talk about how she doesn’t allow anyone to put her in a box and tell her what she can or can’t do.
-- Connect w/Mi'Keila: https://instagram.com/mikkisden
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Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Ep. 36 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 28 feat. Marquelle Bowden
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Season 2 of CoRo Is a Crush has ended, so all month long we’re doing the Best of CoRo Is a Crush! Today’s episode is the last one from the Best of CoRo Is a Crush with Episode 28 featuring Marquelle Bowden of NIQUELLE, LLC.
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Ep. 35 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 25 feat. Chris Dash
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Season 2 of CoRo Is a Crush is coming to an end, so all month long we’re doing the best of CoRo Is a Crush! Today’s episode is from Episode 25 with Christopher Dash of DashTees Custom Clothing & Apparel.
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Ep. 34 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 31 feat. Danisha Carter
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Season 2 of CoRo Is a Crush is coming to an end, so all month long we’re doing the best of CoRo Is a Crush! Today’s episode is from Episode 31 with Danisha Carter from Lovely Goods Co.
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Ep. 33 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 27 feat. Sharline Nelson
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Season Two of CoRo Is a Crush is coming to an end, so all month long we’re doing the best of CoRo Is a Crush! Today’s episode is from Episode 27 with Sharline Nelson from Variety by Dynamic Purpose Creations.
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
Ep. 32 | I Choose Me in 2023
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
On this episode, I'm discussing why I was MIA for so long, random thoughts for the past two months, my mom’s life-changing experience, and what’s to come next for CoRo in 2023!
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Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
When you own a small business, you HAVE to stay organized. Even if you're not heavily involved with the day-to-day operations of your company, you need to be able to keep track of everything that's going on.
Guest host Danish Carter, owner of Lovely Goods Co., is on the show today to talk about getting organized in your business or corporation so you can be more effective and efficient.
-- Connect w/Danisha: https://instagram.com/lovelygoodsco
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Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
His artwork is known by thousands, but he considers himself simply an artist, and he's sensitive about his work!
Guest host William Austin, Jr., owner of Geeks and Greeks AND my husband, is on the show today to talk about how being an artist in today's world is allowing him to express his talent in more ways than one.
-- Connect w/William: https://instagram.com/official.geeksandgreeks
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Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Boss don't let anyone get in their way—and neither should YOU!
Guest host Kay Cole for Karma's Paradise, LLC is on the show today to talk about her latest business ventures and how unleashing her Inner Babe is making her stronger than before—professionally and personally!
– Connect w/Kay: instagram.com/karmasparadise_llc
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Wednesday Sep 14, 2022
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022
The history of black fashion designers has been one filled with struggle and triumph.
Guest host Marquelle Bowden from NIQUELLE is on the show today to discuss owning a business in fashion and encouraging people to shop with black designers.
– Connect w/Marquelle: instagram.com/niquellethebrand
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Friday Sep 02, 2022
Friday Sep 02, 2022
You might not be Wonder Woman, but you can definitely have a Wonder Woman-mentality—and that's a great thing!
Guest host Sharline Nelson from Variety by Dynamic Purpose Creations is on the show today to talk about having a Wonder Woman-mentality is a good quality to have as a business owner.
– Connect w/Sharline: http://instagram.com/varietybydpc
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