Kandi Burruss, Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, Broadway producer, performer, serial entrepreneur, and former cast member of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Atlanta, joins Tamsen Fadal for an inspiring conversation about personal and professional growth, entrepreneurship, and longevity.
From getting a record deal at sixteen to writing the global hit “No Scrubs,” building multiple businesses, starring in & Juliet on Broadway, and stepping away from The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Kandi shares how she continues to build her life on her terms.
If you’re navigating a career pivot, building a business, or wondering how to improve your life at any age, this conversation is for you.
By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to…
- Create a new version of yourself at any age
- Stop talking about your ideas and start executing them
- Prioritize joy while pursuing success
- Build longevity in business and entertainment
- Stop letting other people’s opinions hold you back
Plus, Kandi opens up about:
- Why she left The Real Housewives of Atlanta
- The real story behind the hit song “No Scrubs”
- What it was like getting a record deal in high school
- Performing on Broadway in & Juliet
- Balancing motherhood, business, and public life
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Kandi Burruss
Kandi Burruss, Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, Broadway producer, performer, serial entrepreneur, and former cast member of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Atlanta, joins Tamsen Fadal for an inspiring conversation about personal and professional growth, entrepreneurship, and longevity.
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00:00 Intro
03:07 Performing Under Pressure and Handling Social Media Criticism
05:15 The Daily Confidence Ritual She Teaches Her Kids
09:32 Finding a Record Deal and Becoming a Star Before Graduation
12:43 Writing “No Scrubs” During a Group Breakup
18:22 What Real Housewives Taught Her About Executing Big Ideas Fast
20:50 Why “I Don’t Have Time” Is an Excuse and How to Finally Start
23:30 The Fear of Going Broke and Building Financial Security as a Woman
31:55 “It Can’t Rain Forever” Divorce, Reinvention, and Broadway Dreams
34:22 Returning to the Stage and Taking Creative Risks Again











