Asking for help and leaning on your community can be intimidating, especially when you’re an entrepreneur. So this week in our Black Women in Business Series, we're focusing on what it looks like to make big career changes, bring physical products into the world, and bootstrap a startup.In this episode, I’m joined by my friend, Anicia Anya. She is the founder, chef, and CEO of Kid’s Table, New York City's only meal delivery service for kids which she launched in 2021. Her mission is to help parents create adventurous and confident eaters in a way that’s accessible and convenient.Join in as we discuss Anicia’s unique and remarkable journey from the tech industry, to nannying, to private chef, to entrepreneur. Her inclination to lean on her community and ask for help are as inspiring as her passion for her business.We also talk about…Working for high-profile celebrities and CEOsHow the little, mundane things make us better leaders and business ownersThe joy in always acquiring new skillsHow asking for help can build community in beautiful, unexpected waysHelping kids explore ethnic food and expand their palates beyond LunchablesWinding down before AND after your day (seriously, try it!)Embracing the soft life and the hard life simultaneouslyResources:Check Out Kids Table NYFollow Anicia on InstagramFollow Kids Table NY on InstagramSponsors:BetterHelp | This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BBG and get on your way to being your best self.Open | If you’re looking for a mindful meditation, breath work, and movement app I can’t recommend Open enough. They have a beautifully curated collection of guided meditation, breath work, and movement exercises to support you in your practice. Try Open for 30 Days free. Visit open-together.com/BALANCED.Framebridge | Visit Framebridge.com and use the code “BALANCED” for 15% off your first framing order.Healthy Happy Hippie | Try their high-quality herbal blends to supplement your lifestyle. Visit healthyhappyhippie.com/balanced for 50% off your first subscription.Luna | Get better rest with Luna Weighted Blanket. Visit lunablanket.com/balanced to get 20% off your first order.Willmaker | Protect your financial assets with Willmaker. Visit willmaker.com to take their free quiz and use code BALANCED10 for 10% off your first document.balancedblackgirl.com ◉ IG: @balancedblackgirlpodcast @balancedles 〆Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy