The Intentional U Podcast

Real talk... these dating streets are rough! The holidays have come and gone, Valentine's Day is coming quick and some of you may be feeling a little sad in your singleness.  Dr. Meagan Nalls has been on her fair share of dates, and has learned that regardless of what age you are or what cuffing season is around the corner, keeping your standards intact are important to set the foundation for the right relationship. On this episode we discuss tips and advice on how you can thrive in this single season, stop feeling scared and that you have to settle when the pickings are slim.

The holidays have come and gone, Valentine's Day is coming quick and you may be feeling a little sad in your singleness.  Dr. Meagan Nalls has been on her fair share of dates, and has learned that regardless of what age you are, or what cuffing season is around the corner, keeping your standards intact are important to set the foundation for the right relationship. On this episode we discuss how you can stop feeling afraid or that you have to settle. You'll learn how to thrive in your single season.

In this episode I talk about how the passing of Chadwick Boseman and how he chose to live his life can be a reminder to us all that the most intimate parts of our lives don't need to make it to the internet. Our ideas, plans, and dreams don't always need to be shared with anyone and everyone. A private life is a happy life, and in this brief podcast I dish out 4 easy reasons and ways why you should keep your life private.

We all get to that point in our lives where we get excited about all things that qualify us to join the club of adulthood. From buying a house, to buying/leasing a car, to paying off student loans. In this episode we talked with Tiffany Vaughn, Owner of Cents Savvy, LLC. Tiffany gave us all the tips on how to analyze our debt, set realistic goals with a budget, and how to build our credit score. We also talked about life insurance and how ensure your family is taken care of. If your intention is to position yourself for financial freedom to attain generational wealth, then you won't want to miss this episode! To get in touch with Tiffany check out her website at https://www.centssavvy.com  or on social media at @centssavvyllc

Just like your IRA Roth, and your 401K in order to keep growing, your marriage needs effort, and time invested into it continuously by both partners. My very special guest, my hubby Jon, joins me on this episode to discuss what investing in the marriage means. We also talk about ways to invest in the marriage and fruit that can be produced from those investments. So if you're feeling like your marriage or relationship is growing distant, then this is the episode for you. Learn why making an investment in your relationship is important. Understand what different forms of investment look like, and discover steps you can take to ensure there's accountability within the marriage. 

The discussions of black women in leadership positions, from mid-management, to the C-Suite level, are vital now more than ever. Especially when it comes to representation and the possibility for  more black women to break through glass ceilings. In this episode we speak with Denise Cooper who talks about her success transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, how to become a better leader at any level, and steps you can take to maximize your opportunities.

You may be thinking it's time to hit the redo button for 2020. Your plans may have been ruined, you know too many lives that were lost, you're dodging a deadly virus you can't see, and the world is finally addressing police brutality and racial injustices. It feels like a lifetime, but we just made it to the halfway point. In this episode we discuss how God's plans aren't our plans and 2020 may be a part of his strategy all along.

Today we have my girl Kara on the show! Kara is the Founder of Love Prep Academy and helps singles and couples gain clarity in their life and with their love. Kara is here to talk about ways that singles and couples can successfully survive lockdown, and actions you can take to prepare for more love after this stay at home order is lifted. She is dropping nuggets of wisdom throughout this entire episode. If you're trying figure out how to navigate this dating scene in the midst of a pandemic, or want to know how to add some spice to your marriage when the days are starting to blend together, then this episode is for you.

Welcome to the first episode of The Intentional U Podcast. I am your host Ashleigh Hardy. In this episode we discuss why I started Intentional U, LLC and why it was important for me to launch the Intentional U podcast. If you're looking to get more out of your life, then sit back and prepare to gain insight on why this podcast is for you.