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Baydian Girl

Caribbean-Born Brand Builder and Mom of Two. I help multi-hyphenate Black and Brown women create unforgettable brands and sustainable lives.

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Hi Reader, Some weeks are full. Some weeks are heavy. You still matter in both. Let's talk about it. Affirmation Say it with me: I can keep going, even when it’s imperfect. Rested or tired, I still belong here. Because your presence matters more than your polish. Story Time No Audio. No Extras. Still Me. If I’m honest, this newsletter almost didn’t go out. Between life at home, everything happening in the world, and just plain tiredness… I thought maybe I should skip it. But then I...

Hi Reader, For the women juggling everything and still dreaming big — this one’s for you 💜 Let’s talk about building a personal brand when your schedule is already full. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: I can still build a memorable brand with a full life and schedule. Because a full calendar doesn’t mean your dreams are on pause.It means you just need a rhythm that works for you. Story Time I'm Building Between Drop-Offs A lot of people ask me how I “do it all.”Spoiler...

Hi Reader, This one’s for the woman who’s been told to pick a lane. Or quiet down one part of herself to be taken seriously. Let’s talk about that. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: I’m not a contradiction. I’m a rainbow, and I embrace every part of me. Story Time I Can Like Both ☺️ Sunday (Mother's Day) was beautiful. But one of my favorite moments? Driving to and from the movie theater, listening to old music that used to be on repeat during my teens. You know that...

Hi Reader, Before we go any further on this journey together, it’s time we redefine something important. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: I’m not confused when I switch hairstyles. I’m not confused about being multi-hyphenate either. Story Time What's a Multi-Hyphenate Anyway? Great question, and one that I'm asked a lot in person. Since it happened again recently, I figured it's time for a reset. Because if you’re still wondering whether you “qualify” as a...

Hi Reader, If you’ve ever asked, “How do I turn what I believe into a personal brand?”—this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: I already have something valuable to say. I just need to start saying it out loud. Story Time Recently on TikTok, I’ve had a few comments asking something along the lines of: “Okay, I know my core message. But how do I turn this into a personal brand?” It’s a good question. And I’ve been sitting with it. Because the truth is — I’ve...

Hi Reader This one’s for the versions of us we’ve outgrown—without shame, without regret. Just a reminder of what growth really looks like. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: I can honor who I was and still embrace who I’m becoming. Story Time The Nails Weren’t the Problem A few years ago, during my regular nail salon trip, I asked for long, stiletto-shaped nails—the kind I used to love in my 20s. They looked amazing. But within a couple of days, I was fumbling through...

Hi Reader Why are you playing small when you have ALL these hidden gifts? Let's talk about it. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: I am capable of more than I realize. My gifts are already within me—I just need to unlock them. Personal Brand Tip Your Gifts Have Hidden Settings The other day, I learned that my washer and dryer had way more settings than I originally thought. For over a year, I used the same basic cycles, assuming that was all that was available. But one...

Hi Reader You don’t have to follow the crowd. The most impactful brands are built by people who dare to do it differently. Let's talk about it. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: “I already know what's mine is on the way; I don't really gotta chase.” - glow88 by ArielJ. Personal Brand Tip When it comes to pursuing your unique passions, you need to know one thing and one thing only: Being a pioneer is your superpower. Sometimes, we hesitate to start because we’re seeking...

Hi Reader Ever heard that there's power in small joys and smart boundaries? Let's talk about it. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: It's okay for me to feel it all while finding ways to move forward. Personal Brand Tip Less is more. Building a personal brand as a multi-hyphenate woman is not about doing more. It’s about making space for what truly aligns with you. And I bet you’re saying, “Tamara, I don’t have space. I’m stretched thin 😫” And I hear you. But here’s the...

Hi Reader Welcome to the second edition of New Heights—where we embrace our multi-passionate gifts, build memorable brands and stay well-rested along the way. 🎧 Listen to this newsletter Affirmation Say it with me: It all starts with me. I set the tone. I’m done waiting to be picked—I'm building my own table and stepping fully into my power. Personal Brand Tip Where should you show up? TikTok (yes, that app) was MIA for 12 hours last weekend, sparking yet another conversation about why you...