Therapy for Black Girls Session 398: No One Is Self-Made with Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon
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Feb 12, 2025 Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon, founder of The Village Market and author of No One Is Self-Made, shares her insights on community-based entrepreneurship. She discusses how collective economics and building trust can transform business practices. Dr. Hallmon emphasizes the importance of hiring from your village while managing boundaries. She also tackles the myth of self-made success, encouraging listeners to recognize their support systems. Mental and spiritual wellness are highlighted as essential for economic liberation, urging active support for Black businesses.
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Community Over Individualism
- Community is the engine for sustainable entrepreneurial success, not solitary effort.
- Lakeysha Hallmon argues collective economics lets founders pool resources and expertise to scale faster.
Grow Partnerships Slowly
- Build business relationships gradually and intentionally by meeting in aligned spaces.
- Reach out, share stories, and allow trust and collaboration to evolve before major commitments.
Hiring A Sister Who Was Right Fit
- Lakeysha hired her sister Yolanda after realizing she had the exact experience and shared values needed.
- Yolanda uprooted her life and joined the mission, demonstrating trust and alignment before hiring family.