Morgan DeBaun on Overcoming Self-Sabotage, Creating Capacity, and Unlocking New Levels of Success

#224: Have you ever felt like you were getting in your own way? Or wondered if you’re undermining your success? That’s what we’re unpacking in this episode.

I’m excited to sit down and chat about all things success and embracing a soft life with this week’s guest, Morgan DeBaun. Morgan is a new mom and the co-founder and CEO of Blavity Inc. overseeing brands like AfroTech, 21Ninety, and Travel Noire. She is also the founder of Mor Matcha and the host of her own podcast “The Journey with Morgan DeBaun” where she delves into the captivating stories of purpose-driven achievers on their quest for living their best lives.

We also talk about…

• How Morgan’s definition of success has changed throughout her career
• Morgan’s journey into motherhood, and self-discovery
• Navigating moments of doubt and our relationship to fear
• The difference between working hard vs. working smart
• How to create capacity for success and minimize your decision making fatigue
• How to take advantage of opportunities as a new entrepreneur or professional

Resources:

• Follow Morgan on Instagram @morgandebaun
• Follow Blavity on Instagram @blavity
• Listen to Morgan’s podcast “The Journey” or watch on YouTube
• Listen to Les’ episode on “The Journey”
• Check out Morgan’s matcha brand Mor Matcha
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