Why Your Biggest Gambles Must Always Be On Yourself (with Kandi Burruss) | Aspire with Emma Grede

If you’ve ever felt the sting of being underestimated, been told your best ideas were too big, or wondered how to turn the next chapter of your life into a big win, this is your episode. We dive into the emotional highs and lows of being someone who refused to stay behind the scenes, the balance of motherhood and ambition and the gamble of betting on yourself when the stakes feel impossibly high. You'll hear how ‪@KandiOnline‬ navigated the heartbreak of deals that fell through, leaned into vulnerability to write songs that became cultural anthems, and faced the drama of "Real Housewives" cameras while protecting her sense of self. Kandi gets real about being a Grammy-winning hit maker, crafting culture-defining hits like “No Scrubs,” launching businesses out of tough seasons, and the humility hack that keeps her grounded no matter how high she climbs. In this conversation, she shares the blueprint she’s built for making bold moves, trusting your gut, and using every platform—housewives drama, hit records, even home kitchens—to power a life that truly aspires. #rhoa #kandiburruss #grammys #noscrubs #tlc #business #businessadvice #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #aspirewithemmagrede #workingmom #realhousewivesofatlanta _____ SUBSCRIBE @emmagrede _____ ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDE Build the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people. Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women, wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology and of course how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality. LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDE link.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YT ABOUT EMMA GREDE Emma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:21 Record-breaking Othello on Broadway 00:07:10 Becoming famous in high school 00:11:02 Writing "No Scrubs" 00:21:01 Ad Break 00:23:39 The importance of attention to detail 00:28:50 Getting comfortable with having money 00:31:52 Joining the Real Housewives of Atlanta 00:37:51 Was Real Housewives a positive experience? 00:40:27 Ad Break 00:42:49 Focusing on new accomplishments after Housewives 00:47:40 Self-funding and gambling on yourself 00:58:40 Ad Break 00:59:40 How Kandi sets goals for herself 01:12:20 Rapid Fire Questions