
CoRo Is a Crush
By Nik Austin

CoRo Is a CrushNov 29, 2023

CCP 054 • EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Building an Engaging Online Presence: Tips for Small Businesses feat. Kay Cole from Karma’s Paradise LLC
Guest host Kay Cole from Karma’s Paradise LLC shares with us how building an engaging online presence is not just about having a website or being active on social media—it's about creating a connection and building meaningful relationships with your audience.
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CCP 053 • A Season of Recovery
Get ready for a season of radical change and self-discovery. Join me as we break free from societal expectations and embrace the unknown. It's time to reevaluate our priorities, find our true worth, and unleash our unstoppable potential. Are you ready to take charge of your destiny? Tune in now!
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CCP 052 • Bet on Yourself
Embrace your worth and unleash your true potential by betting on yourself. Discover the mindset, actions, and strategies to actively invest in your growth, success, and happiness. Join us as we explore 8 transformative powers of believing in your own potential and making this powerful commitment. Take control of your life and open doors to a future filled with fulfillment and accomplishment. Tune in to this bold episode of CoRo Is a Crush Podcast.

CCP 051 • The Winners’ Circle
Don't miss out on today's episode where we discuss The Winners Circle, a community that embraces and supports small business owners and mompreneurs who possess tenacity, boldness, and unwavering determination. Gain valuable insights, tips, and inspiration to propel your entrepreneurial journey towards success. Join us for this empowering conversation!

CCP 050 • It’s Detachment Season: Boldly Letting Go for Personal Growth
Discover the power of detachment in the 50th bold episode of CoRo Is a Crush. Learn 3 essential tips on how detaching ourselves can create space for new opportunities, personal development, and overall fulfillment. Tune in now and embrace the season of letting go for transformative personal growth!

CCP 049 • The Rise of Press-On Nails: Why They're Trending in the Beauty World
In this episode of the CoRo Is a Crush podcast, discover why press-on nails have become a must-have accessory for all nail enthusiasts. Join us as we explore the comeback beauty trend that's taking the industry by storm. Get ready to elevate your nail game and embrace the convenience and style of press-on nails. Don't miss out on this exciting episode!

CCP 048 • Setting Boundaries: Prioritizing Yourself and Avoiding Burnout
In this episode of the CoRo Is a Crush podcast, we discuss the importance of setting boundaries in order to prioritize yourself and avoid burnout. We explore the different types of boundaries that can be set, such as physical, emotional, and mental boundaries, and how to communicate these boundaries to others. We also discuss the challenges that can come with setting boundaries, such as fear of rejection or guilt, and how to overcome these challenges.

CCP 047 • Finding Inner Peace: Practices for Spiritual Development

CCP 046 • Overcoming Self-Doubt and Building Self-Confidence

CCP 045 • The Journey of Self-Discovery: Exploring Your Authentic Self
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CCP 044 • EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: How Black Music Grew Into a Global Thing feat. Quoyah
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: instagram.com/whosquoyah
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CCP 043 • JUST WOMEN Part 3: Navigating Mental Health as a Small Business Owner feat. Shawnti Refuge of Shawnti Refuge Journals
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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CCP 042 • JUST WOMEN Part 2: Obedience Brings Blessings feat. Sharline Nelson of Variety by DPC
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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Ep. 41 | JUST WOMEN Part 1: Sisters Are Doin’ It For Themselves feat. Kay Cole from Karma’s Paradise LLC
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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Ep. 40 | Do The Work!
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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Ep. 39 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: I'm Different, And That's A Beautiful Thing feat. Braeden Holden from #I’mDifferent LLC - Part 2
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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Ep. 38 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: I'm Different, And That's A Beautiful Thing feat. Braeden Holden from #I’mDifferent LLC - Part 1
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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Ep. 37 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Black Women Refuse To Be Boxed In feat. Mi’Keila Harrison from Kingdom Brand Clothing
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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Ep. 36 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 28 feat. Marquelle Bowden
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.

Ep. 35 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 25 feat. Chris Dash
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.

Ep. 34 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 31 feat. Danisha Carter
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.

Ep. 33 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 27 feat. Sharline Nelson

Ep. 32 | I Choose Me in 2023
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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Ep. 31 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: How To Stay Organized When Running A Small Business feat. Danisha Carter from Lovely Goods Co.
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: instagram.com/lovelygoodsco
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Ep. 30 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Creativity at Its’ Finest with William Austin, Jr. of Geeks and Greeks
His artwork is known by thousands, but he considers himself simply an artist, and he's sensitive abut 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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Ep. 29 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: How to Unleash Your Inner Boss Babe feat. Kay Cole of Karma’s Paradise LLC
Boss bitches 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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Ep. 28 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Haus of Black Fashion feat. Marquelle Bowden of NIQUELLE, LLC
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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Ep. 27 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Wonder Woman feat. Sharline Nelson of Variety by Dynamic Purpose Creations
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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Ep. 26 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Personal Development feat. Acolla Edwards from Bel Lauren Cosmetics
Personal development for business owners is about more than just learning new things. It's about learning how to apply those lessons in ways that will make your business better.
Guest host Acolla Edwards from Bel Larenn Cosmetics is on the show today to talk about Personal Development as a Business Owner.
– Connect w/Acolla: http://instagram.com/bellarenncosmetics
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Ep. 25 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE: Stress & Anxiety (You’re Not Alone in Your Struggles) feat. Christopher Dash of DashTees Custom Clothing & Apparel
There's certain things you're scared to say because of how others feel... that's not the case for him.
Today starts Season 2 for CoRo Is a Crush and this week on the Expand Your Empire series, guest host Chris Dash from DashTees is on the show today. Chris creates statement apparel that allows you to express what you’re thinking, because “Everything Belongs on a T-Shirt” (to a degree). We're also talking about how stress and anxiety are a part of life, but they don't have to be the main part of your life.
– Connect w/ Chris: www.instagram.com/dashtees_tshirt_connoissuer
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Ep. 24 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 8 feat. Kay Cole
Season One 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 of the best of CoRo Is a Crush with Episode 8 featuring Kay Cole from Karma's Paradise LLC.

Ep. 23 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 11 feat. Dr. Dorothy Seabrook
Season One 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 from Episode 11 with Dr. Dorothy Seabrook from Seabrook & Associates, LLC.

Ep. 22 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 10: I Choose Me, Even When Others Don’t Want To
Season One 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 from Episode 10 where I talk about the release of my book, I Choose Me: 30 Days of Self-Love, and how it has changed me to become a better version of myself by believing in the power of self care.
Make sure to grab a copy of my book on my website, www.shopcoro.com.

Ep. 21 | The Best of CoRo Is a Crush: Episode 9 feat. Acolla Edwards

Ep. 19 | JUST MEN: Part 2: Find Your Tribe feat. Preston Baker from LegacyFirst.Org LLC
Sometimes, working for Fortune 500 companies never gets old. For him, he took what he learned to help others.
This week on the JUST MEN series, guest host Preston Baker, founder of LegacyFirst.Org LLC and co-founder of Moguls Connect, is on the show today. Preston talks about how working on Wall Street has taught him how to help new & existing business owners find their vision and their networking tribe.
-- Connect w/Preston: https://instagram.com/legacyfirstorg
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Ep. 18 | JUST MEN: Part 1: The Fear of Failure feat. Akin Walker from MV Soaps
After the success of the JUST WOMEN series, I decided for the month of June to create the JUST MEN series, which will focus on male entrepreneurs. In each episode, I’m interviewing a different man about his experiences as an entrepreneur. We’re going to talk about how they got started with their business, what it's been like since then, and some of the challenges they had to overcome.
Guest host Akin Walker, owner and founder of MV Soaps, is on the show today. Akin talks about how he's inspiring Black Men to prioritize personal care and mental wellness with his luxury skincare products.
– Connect w/ Akin: https://instagram.com/mv_soaps
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Ep. 17 | JUST WOMEN: Celebrating The Queen In You feat. Mychel Peterson from The Queen In You
It's time to celebrate the Queen in you.
For our JUST WOMEN series, guest host Mychel Peterson, CEO of The Queen In You, is on the show today. We'll explore how to harness the power of being a woman and use it for good. We'll also take a look at what it means to be a queen—and why celebrating your inner royalty is key to unlocking your full potential.
-Connect w/ Mychel: http://instagram.com/thequeeninu
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Ep. 16 | JUST WOMEN | Special Needs Moms Need Love Too feat. Desiree Covington from Desi Mayes LLC.
She refuse to allow anyone to deter her from raising a special needs child, no matter how hard it gets.
On our JUST WOMEN series, guest host Desiree Covington, CEO and founder of Desie Maye, LLC, is on the show today. Desie talks about how being a special needs mama isn't for the weak and how she doesn’t allow anything to stop her from what she wants out of life.
-Connect w/ Desie: http://instagram.com/desie_maye
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Ep. 15 | JUST WOMEN | Dating with Children feat. Daisy Williams of $5 Jewelry Qween
The pandemic didn't get in her way, but motherhood made her stronger!
In our JUST WOMEN series, guest host Daisy Williams of $5 Jewelry Qween is on the podcast to talk about how she loves motherhood, starting a business in the middle of a pandemic, and why dating with children isn't an issue for her at all.
– Connect w/ Daisy: https://www.instagram.com/5dollarjewelryqween
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Ep. 14 | JUST WOMEN Series | The Joys of Motherhood feat. Acolla Edwards of Bel Larenn Cosmetics
In our JUST WOMEN series, former guest host Acolla Edwards, CEO and founder of Bel Larenn Cosmetics, is on the show today. Acolla talks about the joys of motherhood and some tips to make your life easier as a mom.
– Connect w/ Acolla: www.instagram.com/bel_larenn_cosmetics
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Ep. 13 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE | Girl, Speak Your Truth feat. Delashawn Bordeaux from Speak Our Truth Inc.
On the Expand Your Empire series, guest host Ms. Delashawn Bordeaux, founder of Speak Our Truth Inc. is on the podcast to talk about how she’s expanding her empire in a way that stays true to her and how she’s redefining the beauty that lies beneath the pain.
– Connect w/ Delashawn: www.instagram.com/delashawn.bordeaux
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Ep. 12 | Rise Above All Negativity
On this episode, I'm discussing our newest collection for Mother's Day. I got a super special gift guide for all of you who are still looking for the perfect present. Whether your mom loves fashion, beauty, or faith, we've got something for her.
Then, I'll discuss how to rise above negativity at work and in your personal life. I'll share some strategies for dealing with the haters (and the trolls).
Finally, I'll be sharing a word from my heart about Jesus' ultimate sacrifice for us. I hope it inspires you as much as it inspires me!
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Ep. 11 | EXPAND YOUR EMPIRE Series | Be The Leader feat. Dr. Dorothy Seabrook from Seabrook & Associates, LLC.
Her purpose in life was to serve, and that's exactly what she's doing... in and out of the military.
Today, I'm excited to introduce you all to my new series, Expand Your Empire! This is a series just for you, my business owners. In it, I'll be talking with different business owners about their businesses and how they remain true to themselves in the face of growing their empires.
Host of the podcast, Real Talk | LeaderCulture with Dr. Dee, Dr. Dorothy Seabrook, owner of Seabrook & Associates, LLC, is on the show today. Dr. Dee talks about how she’s expanding her empire in a way that stays true to her and her dedication to a culture of empowerment to grow and build leaders.
– Connect w/ Dr. Dee: https://www.instagram.com/leaderculture_withdrdee
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Ep. 10 | I Choose Me, Even When Others Don’t Want To
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Ep. 9 | JUST WOMEN Series | Part 5: Woman, Take a Break! feat. Acolla Edwards of Bel Larenn Cosmetics
Women business owners who struggle with mental health and strive to build a business, need to know that they are not alone.
In our part 5 of our JUST WOMEN series, Acolla Edwards, CEO and founder of Bel Larenn Cosmetics, is on the show today. Acolla talks about learning how to balance time for yourself, family, and friends while running a business; how to deal with your mental health while being a business owner.
– Connect w/ Acolla: https://www.instagram.com/bel_larenn_cosmetics For more episodes, subscribe to CoRo Is a Crush on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Ep. 8 | JUST WOMEN Series | Part 4: Women are the Future feat. Kay Cole of Karma’s Paradise
Collaboration over competition is what she believes in.
In our part 4 of our JUST WOMEN series, Kay Cole, CEO and founder of Karma’s Paradise, is on the show today. Kay talks about how having hair loss led her to create hair products and she shares her feelings about being called “the modern-day Madam CJ Walker” in her business community.
– Connect w/ Kay: https://www.instagram.com/karmasparadisellc
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Ep. 7 | JUST WOMEN Series | Part 3: Women are Bosses feat. Shawnti Refuge of Shawnti Refuge Journals
A mental breakdown led her to start a company & changed her life forever.
In our part 3 of our JUST WOMEN series, Shawnti Refuge, CEO and founder of Shawnti Refuge Journals, is on the show today. Shawnti shares her unorthodox road to entrepreneurialism & how anyone can benefit from using guided journals for emotional, mental, physical, & financial well-being.
– Connect w/ Shawnti: https://www.instagram.com/shawntirefugejournals
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Ep. 6 | JUST WOMEN Series | Part 2: Women Are Not Objects

Ep. 5 | JUST WOMEN Series | Part 1: Women Are Lit

Ep. 4 | Black is Black
In this week's episode, we're celebrating all things Black History... in fashion, beauty, and in faith! Our ancestors have left an incredible footprint in history, and I want to be able to celebrate that by educating you about OUR HISTORY in AMERICAN HISTORY!