Episode 796 | Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 @ 6:00pm | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show
In this powerful conversation, Sharvette Mitchell sits down with leadership strategist and business coach LaShawanda Moore, founder of Elevate Success LLC. Together, they unpack practical strategies for professionals who want to build a business without sacrificing their energy, integrity, or peace.
If you’re balancing a career, family, and entrepreneurial dreams, this conversation will help you rethink how success can look with clarity, purpose, and grace.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✔ Why clarity matters more than activity when starting a business
✔ How to protect your energy while balancing corporate work and entrepreneurship
✔ The framework behind LaShawanda’s BOLD Factor coaching model
✔ Practical time management systems for busy professionals
✔ Why community and mentorship are essential to sustainable business growth
✔ How delegation can prevent burnout and accelerate success
The BOLD Factor Framework
LaShawanda’s signature framework helps professionals build businesses and leadership presence intentionally.
B – Back to the Basics
Start with clarity about who you are, your purpose, and the problem you are called to solve.
O – Own and Operate in Your Strengths
Stop trying to do everything. Focus on what you do best and lean into your natural gifts.
L – Listen More, Talk Less
Opportunities often come from observation, feedback, and spiritual guidance.
D – Don’t Be Afraid of Feedback
Failure and feedback are growth tools. Learning quickly helps you refine your path.
Key Takeaways for Professionals Building a Business
1. Start With Clarity, Not Busyness
Many aspiring entrepreneurs jump straight into building websites, launching social media pages, or creating programs.
But successful businesses begin with clear purpose and defined problems to solve.
Clarity saves time, energy, and unnecessary stress.
2. Protect Your Energy
Sometimes the biggest barrier isn’t time — it’s energy.
A demanding job can drain your mental capacity before you even begin working on your business.
Being intentional about boundaries and self-care protects your creativity and focus.
3. Schedule “Purpose Blocks”
LaShawanda recommends blocking dedicated time for business activities.
Examples include:
• Weekly coaching sessions
• Learning and skill development
• Strategic planning time
• Administrative tasks
Treat these blocks like appointments with your future.
4. Delegation Is a Growth Strategy
Trying to do everything yourself is one of the fastest ways to burn out.
Delegation could include:
• Virtual assistants
• Grocery delivery
• Cleaning services
• Administrative help
Freeing your time allows you to operate in your zone of genius.
5. Build Your “Iron Sister” Community
Entrepreneurship should never be a solo journey.
Having a trusted circle of peers and mentors provides:
• Accountability
• Honest feedback
• Encouragement
• Collaboration opportunities
Strong relationships often lead to partnerships and business growth.
About the Guest
About LaShawanda Moore:
LaShawanda Moore, MBA, CPC, DTM Doctoral of Business Administration Candidate, Global Leadership Coach | Business Strategist | Speaker | Engineer LaShawanda Moore is a powerhouse in leadership, strategy, and personal transformation. She helps high-achieving women professionals and entrepreneurs break barriers, amplify their influence, and lead with purpose. With more than 25 years of leadership experience in Fortune 500 companies, LaShawanda brings a unique blend of engineering precision, executive insight, and heart-centered leadership to every stage and client engagement. As the Founder and CEO of Elevate Success™ LLC and creator of The B.O.L.D. Factor™ Coaching Program, she equips women to own their brilliance, strengthen their leadership presence, and position themselves for promotion and business growth. Her coaching philosophy blends proven corporate leadership strategies with mindset transformation, empowering women to thrive at the intersection of purpose, power, and performance. LaShawanda is also the Founder and Board President of She Lives Out Loud (SLOL), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women rebuild their confidence, careers, and sense of purpose after professional or personal transitions. Through mentorship, training, and community partnerships, SLOL empowers women to rise again—stronger, wiser, and ready to live out loud in every season of life. In addition, she is the Founder of Grace & Grit, a faith-based sisterhood that nurtures the spiritual and personal growth of Christian women. Through mentorship programs, devotionals, and intentional gatherings, Grace & Grit encourages women to embrace grace while cultivating grit, helping them grow in faith, leadership, and resilience. As the visionary behind the ElevateHER™ Experience, a premier conference uniting Christian women leaders for faith-based empowerment, wealth building, and legacy creation, LaShawanda continues to transform how women see themselves and their capacity to lead boldly in every area of life. A Certified Professional Coach, Distinguished Toastmaster, and dynamic keynote speaker, LaShawanda has been featured by NBC, Voyage Houston, the National Society of Black Engineers, and the Society of Women Engineers. Her impact extends beyond the stage—she is a master connector of people, ideas, and opportunities that create lasting transformation. A devoted wife, proud mother of four, and community advocate, LaShawanda embodies what it means to lead boldly and live out loud. Her mission is clear: to help every woman be recognized, respected, and positioned for success. Are you ready to elevate? Schedule your breakthrough session with LaShawanda today: www.ElevateSuccess.co.
To connect with LaShawanda Moore:
https://www.facebook.com/lashawanda
https://www.instagram.com/lashawandamoore/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lashawandamoore/
Sponsor Mention
This episode is sponsored by Mitchell Productions and the 90-Day Marketing Plan. Marketing isn’t just for for-profits — it applies to nonprofits, ministries, and mission-driven organizations too. Go to https://mitchellproductions.my.canva.site/90-days
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