But Nakia’s story isn’t just about success. It’s a cautionary tale. It’s about love, loss, and how not properly vetting the man you choose to stand beside can derail even the strongest of women.
From Millions to Ruins: How It All Unraveled
Nakia’s rise to success wasn’t handed to her; she worked for it. Like many women, she built her empire by leaning heavily on her masculine energy: hustling, grinding, and chasing the bag. But behind the scenes, her marriage was eroding everything she had worked so hard to build.
Years after raking in millions of dollars, Nakia’s business is shuttered, and her marriage has ended in divorce.
I see women like Nakia all the time in my Intuitive Divine Feminine Embodiment & Leadership, Luxury Lifestyle, and High-Value Relationship Coaching Business. They are smart, ambitious, and deeply driven. They pour themselves into their businesses, climbing the mountain of success with incredible determination. But when it comes to their relationships, they skip the inner work; the vital work of understanding themselves and the men they choose to partner with.
And too often, the cost of skipping that work is everything they’ve worked so hard to achieve.
The Red Flags Women Overlook
Nakia thought she’d found a man who believed in her dreams. She thought he was the one who wanted to see her win. But the signs were there all along—red flags waving loudly, even before the Turkey Leg Hut opened its doors.
Months before the business launch, Nakia’s husband had just finished doing time for tax fraud. A major warning sign? Yes. But like so many women in love, Nakia chose to trust him. She handed him control of the finances and operations of the business, believing he would help lead them to even greater success.
Instead, he imposed his own set of rigid, unwelcoming rules on the restaurant’s patrons. No ripped jeans. No scarves. No booty shorts. Essentially, no to anything he deemed “hoodrat” attire. He even got into heated arguments with meat suppliers, causing friction behind the scenes.
The food was undeniably good, and the customers kept lining up. But Nakia’s personal values were missing from the operation of the business. She had relinquished control, not only of the business but also of her voice.
And behind the closed doors of her marriage, things were even worse. Her husband was emotionally abusive, narcissistic, and cheating on her. Worse still, he was using her hard-earned money to spoil other women.
Meanwhile, Nakia kept working. She kept pushing forward, trying to hold it all together as her self-esteem crumbled and her finances dwindled.
Reclaiming Herself and Starting Over
Now, Nakia is on a journey of rediscovery. She’s finding herself again. She’s healing. And she’s preparing to launch a new business—this time, armed with the lessons she’s learned the hard way.
Her story isn’t just about a failed marriage or a shuttered business. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of balance—of stepping out of the hustle long enough to reconnect with your divine feminine energy.
The True Cost of Ignoring Your Divine Feminine Energy
Many women focus so intently on financial success that they lose sight of the bigger picture. They prioritize the grind and assume that love will simply fall into place once the money is flowing. But this way of thinking can come at a devastating cost.
Success isn’t just about making millions or building a thriving business. It’s about balance—about running a profitable business while maintaining healthy, fulfilling relationships with your partner, your family, and, most importantly, yourself.
When women skip the inner work of understanding their worth, setting boundaries, and embracing their divine feminine energy, they often find themselves in toxic relationships. They believe they’re the exception to the rule. They think, This won’t happen to me. My love is different.
Until it does.
Until the relationship ends in toxicity, heartbreak, and betrayal.
Until the success they worked so hard to build comes crashing down around them.
The Future of Female Leadership: A New Way Forward
Today’s female-owned businesses are about more than just financial success. They’re rooted in divine feminine leadership—the art of balancing work and home, ambition and self-care. A woman in divine feminine leadership knows how to create a profitable business while staying true to her values and maintaining harmony in her relationships.
This isn’t just about thriving. It’s about thriving while being happy.
Nakia’s story is a wake-up call to all successful women: You can have it all, but only if you make the time to prioritize yourself and do the inner work.
Success without balance is fleeting. And skipping the work to embrace your divine feminine energy is far more costly than most women realize — until they’re left picking up the pieces of a shattered relationship and a broken business.
A Lesson for Every Woman
Nakia Holmes is finding herself again. She’s rebuilding, smarter and stronger than before. But her story serves as a powerful reminder for all women chasing success:
You can have all the money in the world, but if you don’t take the time to understand yourself and the people you let into your life, you may find yourself climbing right back down the mountain you worked so hard to scale.
Real success isn’t just about the bag. It’s about building a life where your happiness, your money, and your peace can all thrive together.
The question is: Are you ready to do the FEMININE work?
A Dallas, Texas woman will spend the next 10 years in federal prison after plotting to kill a Mississippi business owner.
Ashley Grayson, 35, was sentenced after being convicted of a murder-for-hire plot. According to court records, Grayson ran an online business and got into an in 2021 got into an argument with a Mississippi woman who ran a similar business. Although the two had never met in person, Grayson suspected the woman of creating fake social media profiles to criticize her business
Grayson, formerly known online as Ashley Massengill, amassed a loyal social media following and parlayed the audience into a multi-million online course business. She built a reputation for flashing luxury cars, purchasing mansions, and making claims such as earning $1 million in 40 minutes online through her “digital course blueprint.”
In 2022, Grayson filed a defamation lawsuit against a financial coach named Derricka Harwell, alleging that a comment Harwell posted under one of Grayson’s Facebook posts was “false, defamatory, and injurious.
In August 2022, Grayson contacted a Memphis woman she knew and asked her to fly to Dallas to discuss a “business opportunity.” The woman and her husband flew to Texas the next month to speak with Grayson and her husband.
She offered the woman and her husband a “business opportunity”. Grayson requested they a kill her ex-boyfriend and a Texas woman who made negative social media posts about her.
She was willing to pay the couple at least $20,000 per killing, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
In September 2022, the Memphis woman recorded a FaceTime video call to Grayson where Grayson confirmed she wanted the woman killed as soon as possible and offered an extra $5,000 for the murder to happen within a week.
Later, the Memphis couple sent Grayson a picture of police lights from an unrelated incident under the guise that they had attempted to kill the woman but were unsuccessful. They demanded and received $10,000 from Grayson for the “attempt.”
Ashely then called the FBI saying she was being extorted..
The FBI and other law enforcement agencies began to investigate the case and by July 2023, a grand jury in the Western District of Tennessee returned a one-count indictment against both Grayson and her husband, Joshua. While Joshua was acquitted during a week-long trial in March 2024, Grayson was convicted for her role in trying to get the rival woman killed.
“This was a twenty-first-century crime where online feuds and senseless rivalries bled into the real world,” Acting U.S. Attorney Reagan Fondren said. “The defendant tried to hire someone to murder a woman over things that happened exclusively on the internet. Fortunately, no one was physically hurt on this case, but the victim and her family still felt a severe and emotional impact as the result of the defendant’s actions. The proactive response from the investigating agencies and our prosecutors prevented an even more serious crime from occurring.”
Grayson appears to have deleted her official social media accounts, though some accounts posing as her continue to post old videos in which Grayson made lavish purchases and pointed the audience toward her digital creator business.
After a decade in prison, which will be served without the possibility of parole, Grayson will go into three years of supervised release. This was the maximum sentence for the crime at hand.
Angela White, also known Blac Chyna, claims she has had to resort to selling her personal belongings to keep her head above water, in her legal filings that request Tyga to chip in for their looming custody battle.
According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Angela says she’s selling off her clothes, purses and shoes through an online consignment store and to friends and family just to make ends meet.
Angela claims she’s brought in over $178k this year from the used goods store, which she says has supplemented her plummeting business sales … but there’s a problem.
Angela says it’s really just a stopgap measure … because she’s going to eventually run out of clothes, purses and shoes to sell.
With Angela fighting Tyga in court over legal and physical custody of their son, King, she says the legal bills are piling up on her end … and she won’t be able to keep up the fight for her kid without some money from her rapper ex.
In the docs, Angela also claims Tyga’s been interfering with the limited time she does have with her son, which is only 24 hours a week.
Angela says Tyga refuses to directly communicate with her, share his contact information, or give her an address for where King lives. Anglea claims he’s also holding back important information on the kid’s health, safety and welfare, such as the location of the kid’s school and his prescriptions.
However, sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ Angela knows where Tyga lives, and he’s been paying for King’s private school tuition, medical bills and most everyday living expenses. We’re told King has his own line of communication with Angela that she has easily accessible access to.
Angela is asking the court to assist in establishing a consistent and regular schedule with King that Tyga can’t obstruct and order Tyga to pay $125,000 to cover her legal and accounting fees.
Watching Blac Chyna these days is interesting. The woman is literally a master manifestor. She worked her way from being a dancer, all the way up to having a child by the only adult male Kardashian heir. Hate all you want, but that’s not easy to do. However, lately Chyna’s thinking could be a lot bigger and better. The past few years she’s aimed for small things instead of going all out for what she wants. She’s also ruined her relationship with the father’s of her kids. Perhaps she needs to go and get that tunnel vision back that she claimed she had.
Perhaps something has affected her confidence. As far as Chyna’s custody battle, I do not see her winning this. She had ample opportunity to be the custodial parent of both of her children and appears to have chosen not to do do.
Even with the man she publicly dates at this point, none of them are moving her forward. However, her “baptism” and switching to Jesus character, along with gets an honorary doctorate’s seemed to get a lot of people on her side. I totally do not believe she’s broke. This seems to be a ploy to get the court on her side. Knowing that the internet will gossip about her, and Chyna still not caring, it’s clear that this is her version of playing chess.
Wishing her the best.
Sidenote: Before you believe that Tyga is a good person or totally side with him, remember he left Chyna and put her out his house in order to date 17-year-old Kylie Jenner.
Maverick Entertainment, a trailblazing independent studio renowned for its commitment to showcasing the richness of Black Cinema, is thrilled to unveil its latest cinematic gem, “The Comeback.” Prepare to be captivated as this uproarious comedy lands on NBCUniversal’s Peacock streaming platform on August 25th.
Starring the dynamic Taye Diggs and the magnetic Apryl Jones, “The Comeback” delves into the comical escapades of Jeff Murray and his wife, Tisa Murray, as they embark on a journey back to their cherished hometown of Atlanta.
But hold on tight, because “The Comeback” takes an unexpected twist when the Murray family’s seemingly perfect plans collide headfirst with a whirlwind of family drama, a new mom’s beau, and an amusing parade of former flames eagerly awaiting their return. Brace yourself for a sidesplitting spectacle that not only has you rolling with laughter but also resonates with the relatable challenges of this endearing and offbeat family.
Crafted by the visionary J. Carter, celebrated for his artful fusion of humor and heartfelt narratives, “The Comeback” guarantees an unforgettable cinematic voyage. Reflecting on his script’s journey, J. Carter shares, “After nurturing the story for five years, I finally found the perfect embodiments of Jeff and Tisa Murray in the exceptional talents of Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones. Their portrayal transcends beyond race, backgrounds, and beliefs, making them relatable to all.”
A luminary of Hollywood, Taye Diggs, celebrated for his remarkable performances in iconic films like “Rent” and “How Stella Got Her Groove Back,” alongside TV hits like “All American” and “Empire,” graces the screen as the resolute Jeff Murray. Infusing his role with his signature charisma and comedic brilliance, Diggs breathes life into a determined father navigating life’s unexpected twists.
Emerging star Apryl Jones radiates as Tisa Murray, a strong and resilient wife striving to find her path amid the uproar. Recognizable from shows such as “Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood,” and movies including “I Got The Hookup 2” and “You Married Dat,” Jones delivers an enchanting performance that leaves audiences longing for more.
“The Comeback” embodies Maverick Entertainment’s commitment to crafting exceptional films that resonate across diverse audiences worldwide. With this uproarious family comedy, we aim to not only entertain but to foster connections with viewers from all corners of life. Witness the compelling power of storytelling as it breaks down cultural boundaries and kindles the spirit of unity.
In this addition of the Boss Babe series, we bring to you a story of surviving.
In a world that often overlooks the struggles faced by individuals, there are inspiring stories of triumph that remind us of the power of resilience and determination. Nariyah Simms, a serial entrepreneur and advocate for financial empowerment, is one such example. Raised in a single-parent household in Elizabeth, NJ, Nariyah encountered numerous obstacles throughout her life. However, she refused to let those challenges define her and instead turned them into stepping stones for personal growth and the betterment of others.
A Passion for Financial Literacy:
Growing up, Nariyah realized that financial literacy was not emphasized in her household. Determined to break the cycle of financial uncertainty, she decided to venture into the financial industry. Drawing from her extensive experience as a tax and financial consultant for 15 years, Nariyah developed a deep understanding of credit repair and financial management. She took it upon herself to educate others, helping friends, family, and eventually clients repair their credit and establish solid budgeting habits.
Founding GWAP Financial Services:
In 2020, Nariyah launched Star Stellar Credit Repair Solutions, providing credit restoration services to individuals facing inaccurate credit reporting. However, recognizing the need to expand her offerings and create a comprehensive financial services platform, Nariyah rebranded her business in 2021 as GWAP Financial Services: God. Wealth. Assets. Prosperity. This new endeavor aimed to empower the underserved by offering a range of services, including credit repair, financial consulting, tax preparation, property management, and more.
A Voice for Domestic Violence Survivors:
Nariyah’s personal journey as a survivor of domestic violence shaped her into an advocate for others facing similar challenges. She started two non-profit organizations, “Michelle’s Daughter, Inc.” and “Elohim D.R.I.P ,” dedicated to supporting domestic violence victims, survivors, and at-risk youth. Nariyah’s commitment to holistic healing and her role as a certified domestic violence liaison has allowed her to touch the lives of countless individuals, providing them with hope, resources, and a path towards a brighter future.
The Motivation and Support System:
For Nariyah, her children serve as a constant source of motivation. Having experienced the struggles of growing up in a single-parent household herself, she is determined to create a better life for her own children and ensure they never experience the hardships she faced. Nariyah credits her mother, Michelle Dixon, as her primary supporter and pillar of strength. Her mother’s unwavering support and resilience have inspired Nariyah to persevere through adversities and continue making a positive impact on the lives of others.
Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs:
Nariyah’s journey as a serial entrepreneur has taught her valuable lessons. Her advice to those aspiring to become entrepreneurs is simple yet profound: show up for yourself every day, embrace small beginnings, remain focused amidst naysayers, and always keep faith and gratitude at the forefront of your endeavors. By staying committed to personal growth, maintaining tunnel vision towards success, and seeking guidance from a higher power, aspiring entrepreneurs can pave their own path towards fulfilling their dreams.
Balancing Work and Family:
As a devoted mother, Nariyah ensures she dedicates her free time to her children. Recognizing the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, she strives to be present for her children and make cherished memories together. By prioritizing quality time and being available during busy seasons, Nariyah exemplifies the importance of nurturing personal relationships alongside professional success.
Conclusion:
Nariyah Simms’s journey from overcoming obstacles to empowering lives is a testament to the transformative power of resilience, determination, and an unwavering desire to help others. Through her multiple businesses, Nariyah has become a beacon of hope, offering financial guidance and support to individuals striving to rebuild their credit and achieve their dreams. Her commitment to domestic violence survivors and at-risk youth further demonstrates her deep compassion and dedication to creating a better world. Nariyah’s story serves as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs, reminding them that with the right mindset, perseverance, and faith, they too can make a lasting impact and turn their dreams into reality.
From being a bestselling author to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur, BM Hardin has taken the journal and planner business by storm.
BM never wanted to be a permanent 9-5 employee. Not even when she secured a temporary position at the Red Cross. She decided to master entrepreneurship.
And now, she’s sharing her knowledge and expertise to help others achieve financial success. Last year alone, she made over $100,000!
I couldn’t be more thrilled because today she has launched a game-changing course specifically designed for black women who want to create an additional stream of income. This is a golden opportunity for us!
Seeing fellow black women thrive and succeed fills my heart with joy. Let’s support each other and celebrate our wins together!
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, just started out, or just looking to make your life easier with extra income, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to embark on an exciting journey of creating and monetizing your own line of journals and planners.
Let’s rise together and achieve the success we deserve! #BlackExcellence
MORE ABOUT BM HARDIN
BM Hardin has written over 30 books, and I has sold 100,000+ copies, independently. In addition to being an author, she’s a lover of all things creative, and decided to start her own journal and planner business in 2021. In total, BM Hardin has sold over 20,000 low content-based books, including journals, planners, coloring books and more. And she has created over 300 journals and planners for other creators and influencers. Last year, selling journals and planners, in addition to creating them for clients brought in over $100,000 in income for the year.
BM Hardin developed The Journalpreneur’s Blueprint course not only to show you the necessary steps in designing your own planners and journals, but she also wants to help you market and sell them, by sharing with you things she has done and used throughout my career.
There has been a ton of chatter the past few days that Beyoncé can’t sell product, can’t act, and can’t do a few things, yet she’s awesomely amazing. Can’t nobody do it like Bey.
Bey slays so much and has such an intense fanbase, that “Swarm” is based upon her.
According to Newsweek, one of the creators of the show, Donald Glover, who starred in the 2019 version of The Lion King with the singer, joked at the show’s premiere: “Beyhive: don’t kill us. It’s not that bad. It’s actually, like, pretty cool.”
But back to the this other chatter in the middle of Bey slaying in a new way…. (That part)
ADIDAS & BEYONCE AMICABLY PART WAYS
The sales and merchandising chatter came after the internet heard that Beyonce was ending her deal with Adidas. According to The Hollywood Reporter Beyoncé and the sportswear manufacturer Adidas have reportedly mutually parted ways, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
News of the alleged split comes nearly two months after the “Renaissance” singer’s Ivy Park clothing line sales plummeted 50 percent, bringing in just $40 million in 2022 compared to $93 million in 2021.
You know your life is amazing when just one of your products sales totals only $40 Million a year…..
But according to the internet Beyonce got dropped because she can’t sell clothes or products.
Bey is definitely selling. Perhaps that side of the business would be better when she puts out merchandise that is more aligned with the fashion goals of her target audience aka THE BEYHIVE.
I gotta take a break and eat dinner. This is a lot. As a Beyhive member I feel attacked. 😂They ain’t even try to hide it. Bitch I know Festival is Renaissance. #swarm
It’s not like Bey is completely unaware of who so wonderfully loves her and would possibly rock her Ivy Park clothing line. Beyoncé, 41, originally launched Ivy Park with Topshop in 2016. However, in 2018, the singer acquired 100 percent of the brand from British billionaire Philip Green’s company after he faced allegations of sexual harassment, bullying and racism.
The following year, the “Drunk in Love” singer teamed up with Adidas to launch an inclusive unisex line that catered to both men and women.
Those who are part of the Beyhive already know that Queen Beyonce consistently plays chess and not checkers. Her most recent move will have you screaming Yas Sis!
Sales of Beyonce’s Ivy Park clothing line down more than 50%
BEYONCE PICKS UP NEW BALMAIN DEAL
In new news that supersedes her past collaboration endorsement deals of yesterday, Beyoncé has picked up new collaborator that has fans excited. French luxury fashion house Balmain just went into business with Beyonce for a new couture collection.
The singer, who appears on the April cover of Vogue France, announced on Friday that she has co-created a Balmain haute couture collection with Olivier Rousteing, Balmain’s creative director. It comes a day after The Hollywood Reporter broke the news that Beyoncé’s Ivy Park and Adidas mutually agreed to part ways after five years of working together.
Renaissance Couture by Beyoncé x Balmain includes 16 couture outfits dedicated to the 16 songs on Beyoncé’s Grammy-winning Renaissance album.
Finally. After months of being silent and watching her ex boss Irv Gotti tell all of her business, Ashanti has finally spoken out to tell her side of the story.
The legendary R & B songstress appeared on Angie Martinez’s IRL Podcast, verbalizing her disgust with Irv’s choice to drag her name through the mud, in order to promote his recently aired documentary.
Despite being Irv’s main promotion topic, Ashanti actually wasn’t part of the documentary. When asked why she wasn’t a part of the Murder, Inc. documentary, Ashanti kept it real.
“I think the world can see why,” she laughed. “For the record, I love Murder, Inc. I’m cool with everyone, it’s all love.”
“It’s very unfortunate how Irv decided to handle his documentary. It’s a little sad to see a grown man conduct himself in that manner. I feel like the Murder, Inc. legacy is so much bigger,” she said. “The way he handled it tarnished and cheapened the brand…that’s so selfish and so degrading.”
“I accepted a long time ago that’s the person that he is,” she said of her lack of surprise about his behavior. “I feel like Irv is mentally not in a good place.”
The star believes that the former Hip-Hop heavy hitter was intentionally trying to ruin her by revealing intimate details and personal anecdotes about their extramarital affair that occurred twenty years ago.
“When you come to a realization that you no longer can manipulate or control someone you let go. You just vomit. It looks nasty, it smells nasty. And that’s a reflection of the person that you are,” Ashanti said of his recent comments. “He’s clearly in pain, and I see a lot of feminine qualities.”
Ashanti detailed years of threats, manipulation, lies, and abuse of power.
Ashanti says that after Gotti found out she was dating Nelly, Irv was salty and wouldn’t let her come to the studio to record. “Nah. You want to be with Nelly, go sign with Dirty Ent. We don’t want you, Ashanti recalled.”
Essence reports: Detailing years of manipulation and verbal abuse, the songstress indicated that Gotti had overblown and extrapolated much of the nature of their dealings together in his mind and became upset when he came to the realization that things were not quite what he believed they were between them. She also revealed she has no recollection of some of the explicit details Irv shared on his now infamous Drink Champs interview.
“Irv has flat-out lied about a lot of things. And the crazy thing is, when we were in a good space, a positive space – pillow talk is a dangerous thing. There are so many things that I know. [But] I don’t have the desire to expose certain things. I operate at a different vibration than him. I don’t play in the mud.”
The songstress says she indeed had a genuine love for the Murder, Inc. mogul due to the impact he had on her career and the good times she had writing, recording, and traveling the world. But, she denies there being a grand love affair between the two as Gotti describes.
“We dealt with each other, but was Irv my boyfriend, and was I his girlfriend? Never.”
She admits that at the time she and Irv’s relationship moved beyond the professional into the personal, she was led to believe that he was legally separated and was inclined not to question it since he lived separate from his wife and children and had many many girlfriends at the time.
She also reveals that she felt “a lot of pressure” to continue to deal with her boss once she had second thoughts about their relationship, thinking that perhaps it may impact her career negatively.
“If I say [no]…does that mean we’re not going to record?”
Ashanti says Irv even told her stylist that if she phucked with Ashanti, he was done with her.
Throughout the interview, Ashanti detailed years of repeated harassment, gaslighting, manipulation, and verbal abuse she received at the hands of Irv Gotti. She says this culminated in threats of violence and even death threats as she began to solidify her independence and get into a relationship with rapper Nelly.
“I believe he wishes death on me to this day,” Ashanti revealed. “I’m my heart I feel like Irv is just hurt, and he doesn’t know where to place his hurt, and he doesn’t know how to channel it as a man. And it’s very sad.”
Ashanti said Irv told her nobody wanted to work with her, that men only wanted her because he made her and so many other narcissistic comments. Her way out was to finally build a team that was on her side, like getting a new accountant so that Irv no longer had control over her.
So glad that she mentioned the word feminine. I noticed men gossip more than women do. It’s extremely feminine. Meanwhile most respectable women keep intimate details about their relationships to themselves. They never even tell the man’s business after a break-up.
I also agree that there was a much better way to promote the Murder Inc documentary. If not for him speaking on Ashanti the way he did, I may have watched it. But I am LIGHT and high vibration. Chances are, most people logged on to watch BECAUSE he spoke intimately about Ashanti.
