Manifesting Success With Media Maven Gia Peppers

In this inspiring episode, Deja sits down with Gia Peppers, a dynamic media personality and journalist. Gia shares her journey of navigating the competitive media industry, the importance of creating her own opportunities, and the power of authenticity.

From her YouTube series “Give You the Game” to co-hosting the “Black Girl Podcast,” Gia discusses the challenges and triumphs of her career. She offers invaluable advice on staying true to oneself, building self-worth, and leveraging connections. This episode is a testament to resilience, faith, and the relentless pursuit of one’s dreams.

• Deja introduces Gia Peppers, media personality and journalist.
• Overview of Gia’s accomplishments and career highlights.

• Gia discusses the competitive nature of the media industry for women of color.
• The process of selecting opportunities that align with her purpose and goals.

• Gia talks about her YouTube series “Give You the Game.”
• Overcoming fears and putting oneself out there in the digital space.

• The dynamics of co-hosting “Black Girl Podcast.”
• Balancing collaboration and individual expression in group projects.

• Gia’s approach to staying authentic on camera and avoiding code-switching.
• The ongoing process of determining how she wants to be perceived.

• The benefits of a steady climb in the industry versus instant success.
• Trusting the journey and appreciating incremental wins.

• Gia’s practices for staying connected to her vision and purpose.
• The importance of stillness, prayer, and gratitude.

• Gia’s advice on building connections and bartering talents to create opportunities.
• The value of peer-to-peer networking.

• Gia’s journey to appreciating her worth amidst industry challenges.
• Practices for building self-worth and the importance of mental health.

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[This episode uses audio from an interview that published in July 2021.]