The Journey with Morgan DeBaun

Morgan DeBaun is back with another live coaching session using frameworks from her new book, Rewrite Your Rules. This time, she’s joined by Rachael, a newly engaged recent college grad working a full-time accounting job, building a business, and planning a wedding—all at once.

Morgan helps Rachael navigate the pressure of overachievement, cultural expectations, and the chaos of managing m...

Morgan DeBaun is back with another live advising session featuring frameworks from her new book, Rewrite Your Rules. In this episode, she sits down with Lane, a branding and marketing agency founder who’s entering into the world of startups.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction and Studio Setup

00:46 Guest Introduction and Background

01:10 Business...

In this live coaching session, Morgan DeBaun sits down with Grant, who outside of his career with a big tech company is a nonprofit leader passionate about social impact. Together, they discuss hiring, systems, and time management to help Grant scale his business as a social impact strategist on his own terms.

In this episode:

00:07 Grant's Nonprofit Journey

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Morgan DeBaun’s new book, Rewrite Your Rules, is all about challenging the status quo and designing a life on your own terms. In this live coaching session, she puts those principles into action, helping Simbi gain clarity and make time for wealth-building as she navigates motherhood and big business decisions.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction

01:10 Simbi's ...

This episode is a special preview from my upcoming book, Rewrite Your Rules, dropping April 1st. I’m reading a raw, honest excerpt from Chapter Nine: “Be the Rough Draft: A Better Relationship With Fear.”

In it, I share what it really looked like behind the scenes during one of the most pivotal—and fear-inducing—moments of my career:...

Are you stuck in incremental growth, making slow progress toward your business goals? In this special episode of The Journey, Morgan shares the Step Change Growth framework, a powerful strategy for making bold leaps in business and income. Pulled from her WorkSmart program, this behind-the-scenes lesson breaks down how to escape the hamster wheel, optimize your time, and scale smarter.

In...

This week, Morgan DeBaun opens up about how she’s preparing for uncertainty in 2025 — both at home and in business. With the world feeling increasingly unpredictable, Morgan shares the steps she's taking to protect her family and safeguard her business from what's to come.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction and Current World Events

02:41 Personal Risk Management Strategies

This episode originally aired in June 2023 and quickly became one of the most popular episodes of The Journey. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting this conversation, this episode will help you redefine your wealth mindset!

In this episode, Morgan dives into the true differences between being rich and being wealthy, and how to embrace a true wealth mindset.

In this epis...

Morgan DeBaun is back with another live coaching session, this time joined by Kristi and Laci, two ambitious women navigating career shifts, side hustles, and personal growth. Morgan is getting into everything from dating as a high-achieving woman to knowing when it's the right time to leave your 9-to-5.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to the Journey Podcast

01:07 Live Adv...

What separates the rich from the really rich? In this episode of The Journey, Morgan DeBaun sits down with entrepreneur, creator, and financial strategist Nicholas Crown to break down the key mindset shifts and financial strategies that set successful entrepreneurs and really rich individuals apart.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:27 Ni...

This episode originally aired in February 2024 and quickly became one of the most popular episodes of The Journey. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting this conversation, this episode will help you make informed decisions in your business!

Ever thought about raising venture capital for your business? In this episode, Morgan DeBaun breaks down everything a founder shou...

Morgan DeBaun is back with live coaching calls on The Journey! This week, she is joined by Mackenzie and Ben, two high achievers navigating major career decisions who are looking to add more joy and intention to their lives.

In this episode:

00:00 Welcome to the Journey Podcast

01:15 Introducing Mackenzie: A High Achiever's Dilemma

01:40 Balancing...

For the first time ever on The Journey, Morgan DeBaun is hosting live coaching calls with entrepreneurs in her community. This week, she is joined by Esther and Leshawnda, two ambitious women each at a career crossroads and seeking Morgan's guidance.

In this episode:

00:00 Welcome to the Journey Podcast

00:43 Introducing Today's Guests: Leshawnda and Esther

This episode originally aired in February 2024 and quickly became one of the most popular episodes of The Journey. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting this conversation, this episode will help you take your business to the next level!

Have a business idea (or a few) swirling around in your head that you'd love to see out in the world? Morgan is sharing her roadmap for taking a new b...

This episode originally aired in January 2024 and quickly became one of the most popular episodes of The Journey. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or revisiting this conversation, this episode is sure to help you along your entrepreneurial journey!

Morgan DeBaun is spilling the tea on how to start a side hustle with just $2000!

In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:48 Starting a Transcription Business
03:...

This week, Morgan DeBaun sits down with Paige Turner, a content creator and mother known for her honest conversations about the realities of parenting, the mental load mothers carry, and the importance of equitable partnerships.

In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:18 Meet Paige Turner
03:05 Paige's Viral Moment
05:17 The Cost of Childcare
11:49 Mental Load and Cognitive Labor
16:55 Navigating Parenting Roles
24:16 U...

Pre-order Rewrite Your Rules: https://worksmartprogram.com/book/

This week on The Journey, Morgan DeBaun sits down with Dr. Sharon Elefant, founder of The Nonprofit Plug, to explore the complex world of nonprofits. Together, they examine the nuances of choosing between a nonprofit or for-profit model, offering actionable insights for entrepreneurs and change-makers alike.

In this episode:
00:00 We...

Happy New Year! This week, Morgan DeBaun reflects on 2024, sharing both personal and professional milestones and exploring what's to come in 2025.

In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Yearly Reflection
01:00 Personal Milestones and Achievements
03:14 Health and Fitness Goals
04:19 Travel and Speaking Engagements
05:49 Book Launch and Future Plans
07:43 Investing in Black Art and Angel Investing
14:19 Afrotech and Blavity Fest
2...

In this special episode of The Journey, Morgan DeBaun is sharing lessons straight from her program, WorkSmart, to help you hire strategically at every stage of your business.

In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Book Update
00:42 Understanding CEO vs. Operating Tasks
02:14 Practical Examples of Task Delegation
03:56 Creating Your Task Lists
08:40 Building an Organizational Chart
15:18 Hiring for Success

Whether you’re making y...