Day: November 26, 2022

To be a woman who makes “Pretty” moves you must first understand the gift you hold within and next understand how to utilize it.

Look out world, Taraneika Brady, Owner of Brains & Beauty Therapeutics, LLC and Founder of Brains & Beauty Achievement Club has hit the ground running in hopes of creating an avenue to reintroduce trade back into the education system.

As a licensed educator and massage therapist, she quickly realized how alternative education and career routes were devalued. Aspiring to make a difference for children that looked like her, she created the Brains & Beauty Achievement Club. Her club introduces the kids to all educational routes with an emphasis on trade.

As a first-generation college student, Taraneika only knew to go to college and graduate. She was never exposed to alternative career routes and wasn’t sure what she wanted to do. As a result, she changed majors several times causing her to accumulate student loan debt.

After obtaining her bachelor’s in Biology and Master’s in Education, she began her career as an 8th grade Science teacher. After teaching for seven years, she decided to leave education and attend massage school. She quickly realized that she could make so much more money with her trade than she could with her degree.

Fresh out of massage school Taraneika went into business for herself. She then decided to go back into the school system to introduce all career routes to middle school students so that they can decipher which road would work best for their future without creating a financial burden before they become working adults.

Outside of entrepreneurship and therapy, Who is Taraneika Brady in five words? 

Ambitious, self-driven, tenacious, server, and life learner

What inspired your start in the massage therapy industry? 

 My love language is service and I’ve always been good with my hands. My entire life has been devoted to making a difference rather it’s through a listening ear or a healing touch. After discovering how beneficial massage was to well-being I was immediately drawn.

You have worked many years in the therapy field and you are now an educator, what lessons have you been able to carry with you throughout your career? 

I’ve been teaching science at the middle school level for many years. My massage career didn’t take off until I realized how important having a trade was. Since then, I have used my experiences to introduce my middle school-aged children to both career routes and the potential debt they may obtain for not knowing what they want to do in their future.

Tell us about Brains & Beauty Therapeutics, LLC.

 Brains & Beauty Therapeutics, LLC came to fruition from wanting to create a safe and peaceful environment where individuals could come to reach a balance mentally, and physically, and leave feeling beautiful. Our ultimate goal is to promote self-care and well-being.

Can you share your 2022 journey with us?

After I obtained my license in January, I immediately started working for myself and looking for a location. In March, I moved into my spa and joined The Spa Boss Tribe. This is a tribe of black spa professionals that provide educational training and helps with scaling businesses. Within the tribe, I formed partnerships and had the opportunity to do chair massages at Rick Ross’s house. I was also a contestant on a new TV Show called Spa Tank. On the show, I pitched my idea to create a trade school to help eliminate student loan debt and introduce students to trade careers before they graduate from high school. 

How did your business excel, what major moves are you proud of? 

I would like to think that BNB excelled because it was a new business that started during a recession and thrived. I am most proud of being nominated for not one, but two awards for 2022. I was nominated for Black Spa Awards 2022 Best Massage Therapist and Georgia Business Journal’s Best Massage Therapist. Being viewed and nominated amongst the best most definitely has set the tone and was my most MAJOR move.

What is next for you in 2023? 

2023 holds many more rewards for BNB Therapeutics. I am currently enrolled in esthetician school so that I can add more services to our menu. I’m also sponsoring a club that teaches students all about entrepreneurship and trades.

What is your definition of a Pretty Woman Who Hustles? 

My definition of a Pretty woman who Hustles is a lady with grit and the ability to grind effortlessly no matter her circumstances.

Connect with Taraneika Brady online by visiting  bnbtherapeutics.com

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To be a woman who makes “Pretty” moves you must first understand the gift you hold within and next understand how to utilize it.

Glenda Moton is a native of Cincinnati, Ohio. She studied at Tennessee State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education as well as earning a master’s degree from Grand Canyon University in Curriculum & Instruction in Reading. Glenda has been an educator for 22 years with Miami Dade County Public Schools. She currently is a Curriculum Support Specialist for the Office of Professional Learning and Career Development. She is also the founder of “The Pen of a Writer, LLC”. 

Glenda Moton is the author and contributing editor of two books: “Hopes and Fears: Learning Academically in a Covid-19 Environment” and “iRead, iThink, iWrite”. Both books have received media press and “Hopes and Fears” has received numerous features including TIME Magazine, Grand Canyon University, The Miami Herald, WLRN, WSVN Channel 7 News, and many more. Glenda’s mission is to inspire, equip, and empower educators and students beyond the classroom. 

Glenda has a firm belief in the power of education and the power of the pen. During her diverse career, one thing that has remained consistent is her ability to move people and organizations with the power of her words. As a writer, Glenda believes her purpose is clear-to work in the Spirit of Excellence in every endeavor and show others how to do so.

Outside of entrepreneurship and beauty, who is Glenda Moton in five words?          

 Confident, Creative, Influencer, Passionate, and Resilient

What inspired your start in the professional writing industry? 

As an educator, I am prone to writing, but it became more evident as I taught writing on a collegiate level. The more I wrote, the more I enjoyed it because I was able to express my thoughts freely on paper without fear or judgment.

You have worked many years in the professional learning and writing industry, what lessons have you been able to carry with you throughout your career?

As a professional in academia, I have learned that writing is a journey to a destination. The lessons I have learned throughout my career is to be true to yourself, and wherever your journey takes you don’t be afraid to turn the page to the next chapter in your life. 

Tell us about The Pen of a writer LLC. 

The Pen of Writer was birthed from a class project with my 9th-grade honors students in June 2021. The essence of The Pen of a Writer is to provide young adults with the artistic ability to express their thoughts, feelings, and emotions through creative and academic writing. 

How did your business excel, what major moves are you proud of? 

 I did a book project with my 9th-grade students titled: Hopes and Fears: Learning Academically in a COVID-19 Environment. The project was published in June of 2021. In addition to the students receiving major media coverage, I was featured in TIME Magazine as One of 29 Educators who Helped Save a School Year During the Pandemic.

What is next for you in 2023? 

In 2023, I plan to launch a new book titled: Love, Lessons, and Lullabies: A Book of Hope for Teen Moms. I’m also looking forward to showcasing a Podcast featuring teen moms who will share their stories about teen pregnancy.

What is your definition of a Pretty Woman Who Hustles

A Pretty Woman Who Hustles is one who relies on her faith to guide her through every aspect of her life so that she can fulfill her purpose. She inspires and encourages others to work in the Spirit of Excellence by using their voice and the Power of the Pen to write their stories.

Social Media Handles:

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