Lately, I’ve been having the same conversation over and over again with business owners at every level. New entrepreneurs. Seasoned founders. People making money and people still trying to get traction. Different businesses. Same question underneath it all:“Why do I keep getting stuck right here?” Sometimes it’s not strategy. Sometimes it’s not time. Sometimes it’s not talent. It’s a blocker you haven’t named yet. I built a short quiz after those conversations and… yes, I took it too. 😅 The results were a good reminder that none of us are immune, no matter how far along we are. Here’s how I want you to use it this first full working week of the year: • Before you click the quiz, take a guess. What do you think your biggest blocker is right now? Put it below. • Then take the quiz and answer honestly. Some questions will feel like “all of the above,” but choose the option that feels most aligned in your body. • After you finish, you’ll land on a poll where you can share your result and see mine too. No overthinking. No judging yourself. Just awareness. You can’t fix what you won’t name. And this year, we’re naming things. 💪🏽 Take the Hero Academy "Why Am I Stuck?" Quiz

@Stephanie Leandre @LaToya Scott @Yvonne Long @Darlene Rogers Thank you all for showing up in here consistently! Head to the classroom and click on the Level 4 - Conqueror Pass to watch your special video and schedule your call with me! Level 4 Conquerors Receive - 30-minute coaching call with Nicole, where you'll dive deep into personalized messaging for your business. Get custom-crafted messages that speak directly to your target clientele, tailored to resonate and convert.

Hey fam, quick update and I want you to read this all the way through. Starting this week, free office hours are officially ending. That time will now be fully dedicated to supporting the students who are inside our paid programs and actually doing the work. Why? Because I’ve noticed something. The people who keep showing up? They’re the ones making progress. They’re implementing. They’re generating revenue. They’re moving through fear and taking action, even if it's messy. And the truth is… a lot of folks are stuck in something I call a Limiting Loop (see attached image): - It’s when you get a burst of motivation, watch a few trainings, maybe even download a checklist, then you disappear. - Life happens. Self-doubt creeps in. - And before you know it, you’re back at square one, waiting on the next wave of inspiration to save you. But we’re not here to consume. We’re here to build real business momentum. And that means backing the action-takers with real systems, strategy, and support. From now on, only members who’ve purchased one of our courses will have access to ongoing course-related support and live trainings. If you’ve invested, you’ll have what you need to finish what you started. If you haven’t yet, don’t worry. We’ve got some exciting trainings rolling out soon that will change the way you operate your business (and your mindset). Keep your eyes open. 👉🏾 Want early access and discounts on upcoming trainings? Drop the word “waitlist” in the comments and I’ll make sure you’re the first to know. Let’s stop pretending free info is the fix. Implementation is the difference-maker and that’s what we’re here for. Let’s get to work.– Nicole

BIG NEWS! I just officially enrolled in the Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI) program through the NFEC! This isn’t just a title—it’s a movement. My goal has always been to make budgeting, saving, and financial literacy more relatable and achievable for busy women, working families, and our community at large. This next step helps me do that with even more tools, knowledge, and confidence. Thank you for your continued support as I expand Simply Noble Services and deepen my mission to help others save smart and live free. Let’s build wealth on purpose! Shout out to @Diana Vargas for the visuals! #FinancialFreedom #CommunityWealth #BlackFinancialEducators

We talk a lot about mental health in HERO Academy—setting boundaries, taking breaks, all that good stuff. But let’s be real for a second... how many of us actually honor those “Do Not Disturb” hours we set? I tried setting a daily DND time, but let’s just say my laptop always ends up winning the battle. 🙈 Are we fooling ourselves, or is this really the key to avoiding burnout? Do you respect your own DND, or is it more like a suggestion?