In this episode, Joké closes out an incredible year with gratitude, reflection, and a clear vision for what’s ahead. She shares what she learned from creating 33 consistent episodes, the highs and lows behind the scenes, and why 2026 is her year of implementation, expansion, and soft strength.

She also announces the official launch of Business Therapy™, her one-on-one clarity and coaching sessions for creative entrepreneurs who need help separating the math from the drama, starting afraid, owning their story, using what they have, and leading with purpose.

Key Highlights

✓ Lessons from a full year of consistency
✓ What 2026 represents and why she feels unstoppable
✓ Why destiny leaves clues about your calling
✓ Creativity in every profession, not just design
✓ Personal challenges and the resilience that shaped this season
✓ Why she’s taking the rest of the year off to reset and return refreshed
✓ Introducing Business Therapy™ and the heart behind it
✓ A reminder that you already have the seeds of what you’re meant to build

Learn More
Discover Business Therapy™ sessions at www.jokeDurojaiye.me

Final Note
Thank you for a beautiful year. The podcast returns next year, bigger, bolder, softer and stronger.

Episode Summary

In this power-packed episode, Joké sits down with Lasada Pippen, a former computer engineer turned full-time keynote speaker and communication coach. From growing up in an underserved community to becoming the first in his family to graduate from college and work in corporate America, Lasada’s story is a blueprint for resilience and reinvention.

We explore what it really means to "unmute yourself," how confidence and communication go hand in hand, and why your unique voice is your greatest leadership tool. Whether you are in a boardroom, a classroom, or trying to find the courage to show up online, this episode is for you.

Lasada shares his C4 Communication Framework and offers tangible advice for anyone ready to speak up, show up, and own their space.

What You Will Learn

✔️ How to identify your unique value and voice
✔️ Why fear and faith can co-exist—and how to move forward anyway
✔️ The truth about walking away from a “safe” career to pursue purpose
✔️ What it takes to break generational patterns and be the first
✔️ How to turn your story into your strength
✔️ The C4 Communication Formula that will change how you speak
✔️ How to go from quiet to confident without pretending to be someone else

The C4 Communication Framework

1. Clear – Define the message you want to communicate
2. Concise – Get to the point without losing the power
3. Compelling – Share with depth and a point of view
4. Confident – Deliver like you believe it

This episode is not just for aspiring speakers. It is for anyone who knows there is more inside them, but needs the clarity, courage, and coaching to bring it to the surface.

Favorite Quotes from Lasada

"If you can solve a problem or bring a unique angle, you have value"
"You can have fear, but you cannot have doubt"
"It is hard to quit on something you are obsessed with"
"Most people talk. Some people speak. Few people communicate"

Connect with Lasada Pippen

Website: www.lasadapippen.com
Instagram: @lasadapippen

Episode Summary

What happens when a former tech executive at Meta, eBay, Target, and McDonald’s sets her sights on solving one of the most overlooked problems in fashion? You get TAELOR, the AI-powered menswear rental startup that is redefining style, laundry, and confidence for busy professionals.

In this inspiring episode, Anya Cheng, CEO and Founder of TAELOR, shares her powerful story. From arriving in the U.S. with no English to launching Facebook and Instagram shopping, and now building a company that solves a real problem for men who want to look sharp without the stress of shopping or laundry.

We talk about resilience, reinvention, and the real reason most startups fail. This episode is full of insight, energy, and practical business wisdom.

What You Will Learn

✔️ Why TAELOR is more than a fashion subscription. It is confidence on autopilot
✔️ The surprising way Anya landed her first job with zero connections
✔️ Why menswear rental is not just Rent the Runway for men
✔️ How AI helps clients feel ready to win in court, on dates, or in the boardroom
✔️ The biggest mindset challenge every first-time founder faces
✔️ How to build a business by solving a real problem
✔️ Why knowing your customer is more powerful than knowing your competition

Favorite Quotes from Anya

"People aren’t buying clothes. They are buying a chance to succeed."
"Use your superpower. When you are operating in your strength, fear cannot lead."
"Most failed fashion startups didn’t fail because of the idea. They failed because they were not scalable. That is where AI comes in."

About TAELOR

TAELOR is an AI-powered menswear rental subscription that makes style effortless. For a monthly fee, busy men receive a curated wardrobe without shopping, laundry, or decision fatigue. Think of it as Netflix for clothes. No commitment, just confidence.

Use code PODCAST25 to receive 25 percent off your first month
Use code PODCASTGIFT for 10 percent off any gift card

Visit www.taelor.style
Connect with Anya Cheng

anya@taelor.ai
www.taelor.style

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