We recently connected with Candi Hussle and have shared our conversation below.

Candi , appreciate you joining us today. If you could go back in time do you wish you had started your creative career sooner or later?

Things may not happen when you want them to but if you trust the process everything always happens right on time. If I would have arrived before I was prepared I would have fumbled. I was kind of rough around the edges during my 20s. Not mindful of my behavior and how I interacted with others. As a podcaster and knowing the importance of relationships. Being the woman that I am now, starting Dope Chick With Ambition Podcast in 2019. I deem that as the “ perfect time.” No need to rush the process. If it’s written to be a part of your story. It’s going to come to life. It’s just our job to prepare for it.

Candi , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

My name is Candi Hussle and I am the Host/Creator of Dope Chick With Ambition! Podcast. Dope Chick With Ambition was created in 2017. It was originally a message put on clothing being that I have a clothing brand called “ The Addicted Life.” It was such a confident message that I had so many ideas come to mind from it. So I started to brainstorm and came up with kicking off a podcast! Dope Chick Ambition is my second podcast. As I mentioned before I am a deactivated blogger. As a blogger, it was my goal to get on the radio as a radio personality. My first podcast was called “ Addicted 2 Candi Live.” It didn’t have much direction so the content wasn’t there. So I canceled it and focused on The Addicted Life. On my journey to success, I learned when you’re passionate about something it doesn’t go away. In 2019 the podcasting bug bit me again. That’s when I started to plan my launch. I knew with Dope Chick With Ambition, I’d have tons of content. I always knew it was my calling. I love to motivate and clap for others. On my 2018 vision board, I have the word “ connect” on there. My goal was to connect with like-minded individuals. Especially women of color. There are so many dope women in Atlanta. Launching this podcast with this content was a no brainer. Connection is a powerful tool. So with D.C.W.A Podcast. I can do just that. Connect with Dope + Ambitious women. So not only do I connect with women from different industries. I also make sure I am pouring into my listeners and dropping motivational dopeness. D.C.W.A Podcast is a space where gems are dropped, relatable topics are discussed and conversations with Dope Chicks With Ambition take place. Life itself can be a challenge. So of course challenges will come when you’re attempting to launch a business and even during the running of your business. I truly believe in the saying; “Anything worth having isn’t easy and anything easy isn’t worth having.” When you want something bad enough you figure out ways to achieve your goals.

I want the world to know that Dope Chick With Ambition! Podcast is the dose of motivational dopeness that everyone needs in their lives. I am for the ladies first, but ambitious men are encouraged to tune in. I produce quality content and I’m sure it will keep you hooked. What’s separates me from the rest is…..I’m the BEST..lol. No seriously. It’s not on me it’s in me. Meaning that I was born to interview, motivate & entertain humans. I’m authentic and confident in my skills. I’m just blessed and happy to be here! So be sure to subscribe to DCWA Podcast on Apple Podcast. 🙂

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

I’d say seeing people embrace your work. It’s kinda scary to share your creativity with humans. Especially strangers. What I may think is dope, he or she may not. So it’s rewarding creating things people love and want more of. I put a lot into what I do. I make all of my social media graphics, I producer my podcast, I come up with ideas for myself and others. My mind is always on. I’m high key a perfectionist and so it’s like what the great Erykah Badu said; “ I’m an artist and i’m sensitive about my sh*t.” I’m a creative darling and it’s rewarding when others like, share and admire my content.

Looking back, are there any resources you wish you knew about earlier in your creative journey?

Grants! Free money! When it comes to funding your business you automatically think “business loans.”’Not realizing that there are so many grants you can apply for to fund your business and keep your credit protected. So if you know how to write grant proposals, hit me up! Help a sista out! Lol…Seriously though.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.DopeChickWithAmbition.com
• Instagram: @Dopechickwithambition & @CandiHussle
• Facebook: Dope Chick With Ambition Podcast
• Linkedin: Candi Hussle
• Twitter: @CandiHussle @DCWAPodcast
• Other: ..https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dope-chick-with-ambition-podcast/id1487757992?i=10006183013.

Image Credits
📸 Candi Hussle for Dope Chick With Ambition Podcast