How do you infuse legacy, healing, and empowerment into something as simple—and powerful—as a candle?

In this episode, you’ll hear from Funmi, the founder of Limoké: a lifestyle brand creating candles and affirmation products designed for self-compassion and self-love. Funmi shares the evolution of her business, which began as Candle Lux Co back in college before transforming into Limoké—a soulful rebrand inspired by her grandmother’s name and legacy.

We dive into how affirmations became a tool for healing and rebuilding self-worth, and how Funmi has built her brand around empowering women, especially Black women, to embrace positive self-talk and confidence from within.

Funmi’s story is an example of what happens when you lead your business with authenticity, purpose, and belief.

If you’ve ever felt called to create deeper meaning behind your products… or you’re craving the confidence to step fully into your brand’s next evolution… this conversation is packed with inspiration, strategy, and soulful truth.

By the end of this episode, you'll learn:
• How Funmi transformed Candle Lux Co into Limoké through a soulful rebrand rooted in legacy and faith
• The power of affirmations and self-talk in shaping confidence and inner healing
• How joining Product Biz Academy helped Funmi niche down, refine her mission, and scale with purpose
• Tips for connecting with your audience through authentic, purpose-driven storytelling
• How live selling helped her boost visibility and sell out inventory
• Funmi’s transition from corporate life to full-time entrepreneurship and the mindset shifts that made it possible

Funmi Agboola is the owner of Limoké, a lifestyle and home goods brand. With a background in marketing and social services, she founded her business at the age of 19. Today, her affirmation-lined candles have reached thousands of customers across the U.S., helping people turn daily routines into moments of self-compassion.

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Follow Funmi on Instagram: @shoplimoke
Check out Funmi's Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@finelikefunmi?si=TcsozX6jcqguf-ap
Visit Limoké's website at https://shoplimoke.com/

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In this episode, Kimberly from KBella Crafts reveals how she went from just 35 Etsy sales over 5 years… to over 135 sales in a period of five months, shipping to 19 U.S. states and the U.K., and more than doubling her revenue in 2025 compared to 2024—all through rebranding, smart systems, and embracing a true CEO mindset.

If you’re ready to be inspired to dream bigger with your business, this episode is for you. Kimberly shares:

• How a personal tragedy sparked the creation of KBella Crafts
• The power of faith, love, and service in connecting with customers emotionally
• Etsy strategies that took her business from local Miami pop-ups only to international sales
• Why showing up like a CEO, even on slow days, transforms your business
• How professional branding, packaging, and consistency led to her growth
• The role of community support and mindset in scaling

KBella Crafts was born from heartbreak and loss, with a mission rooted in Love, Service, Charity, and the powerful message of HOPE. Kimberly's goal is to bring meaning to gift-giving by creating personalized keepsakes that help keep joyful moments and loved ones close to heart.

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Follow Kimberly on Instagram @kbella_crafts
Visit KBella Crafts' website at https://kbellacrafts.net

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Website: www.monicalittlecoaching.com
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So many product-based business owners wonder: Are grants really worth pursuing? How do I find them? And what actually makes a grant application successful? In this episode, you'll learn from Tanisha, a grant expert with years of experience in higher education, nonprofit administration, and grant management. She helps small business owners understand the grant process so they can access free money to fuel their growth.

What you'll learn in this module:

- What a grant really is (and why it’s different from a loan)
- How to find grants—from federal and state opportunities to private organizations
- Examples of real grants that small business owners have applied for
- The grant application process—what you’ll need ready and how to build your “grant backpack”
- Why being specific and unique in your business niche makes you stand out in grant applications
- Common mistakes to avoid, especially around budgeting and justifying how funds will be used
- Best practices to increase your chances of success, including how to ask for feedback when you don’t win

Tanisha Elder-Kirk is an experienced professional specializing in strategic grant management and proposal development. With a Master’s in Public Administration, she has successfully led initiatives to secure multi-million-dollar grants and coached faculty, staff, and business owners on crafting competitive proposals. Her expertise includes developing actionable strategies for grant success, managing comprehensive budgets, and mentoring teams to ensure compliance and maximize funding opportunities for growth. Tanisha has a passion for empowering organizations with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive while navigating the complex grant landscape.

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Email Tanisha at stbgrantconsulting@gmail.com

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Website: www.monicalittlecoaching.com
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