The Tezlyn Figaro Podcast
The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts·317 episodes·Weekly
The Tezlyn Figaro Podcast with U.S. Air Force veteran, Juris Doctor candidate, small business owner, and educator Tezlyn Figaro, M.Ed., is where preparation meets power.
This is not a podcast built on commentary alone—it is a classroom designed to deliver step-by-step solutions. Using her signature framework—Prepare.
Position. PUSH (Push Until Something Happens) Tezlyn breaks down real-world strategies for civic engagement, workplace readiness, leadership, and professional growth.
Each episode functions as a practical training session, equipping listeners with clear tools, actionable guidance, and implementation strategies that move beyond awareness and into results. This is a space for learning, accountability, and execution, where conversations become skills and ideas become measurable change.
Episodes
Latest Episode
July 20, 2026 · 32m
Too many entrepreneurs, influencers, and content creators have built their entire financial future around an algorithm they don't own and can't control. One platform update, policy change, or drop in reach can instantly impact their income. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down why relying on social media as your primary source of income is one of the biggest mistakes aspiring business owners can make. Learn how to turn visibility into opportunity, leverage your relationships instead of just your follower count, diversify your revenue streams, and build a business that exists beyond likes, shares, and viral moments. The algorithm should be your marketing strategy, not your business strategy. If you're serious about building long-term wealth, ownership, and financial independence, this conversation is for you. See for privacy information.
More Episodes
Jul 13 · 30m
Success isn't determined by how you see yourself; it's determined by how the public sees you. Whether you're launching a business, running for office, leading a nonprofit, managing a crisis, or building your personal brand, perception matters. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro explains how to shape your narrative before someone else does. Learn why facts alone aren't enough, how to build credibility, communicate with purpose, respond to criticism without losing control of your message, and earn the trust that opens doors. Winning the court of public opinion isn't about manipulation; it's about strategically telling your story, building authentic relationships, and consistently showing people who you are and what you stand for. If you're trying to gain customers, supporters, voters, investors, donors, or influence, this episode will help you prepare your message, position your brand, and PUSH (Push Until Something Happens) with confidence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 6 · 31m
The internet has made it easier than ever to connect with people, but it's also made it easier for law enforcement to connect the dots. Every post, comment, message, search, photo, livestream, and digital transaction can become part of a larger picture. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro explores how careless online behavior can draw unwanted attention from law enforcement and why even legal activity can raise questions when viewed in the context of a broader investigation. Learn how prosecutors and investigators use digital evidence, why your online footprint matters, and how impulsive decisions can have long-term consequences. This isn't about living in fear; it's about understanding that what you do online can have real-world consequences. Whether you're an entrepreneur, activist, influencer, student, or everyday social media user, this episode will help you think before you post and understand why protecting your digital reputation is just as important as protecting your personal one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 29 · 33m
Why do so many people wait for a new year, a new month, or a major life event to make a change? In this episode of Push The Line Podcast, Tezlyn Figaro explains why you don't need a calendar date to start over. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, off track, or simply ready for something different, this episode provides practical steps to help you reset your mindset, habits, and goals right now. Because the best time to start improving your life isn't January 1st—it's the moment you decide you're ready.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 22 · 30m
Do you ever pick up your phone for five minutes and look up an hour later wondering where the time went? In this episode of Push The Line Podcast, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down how social media platforms are designed to capture your attention and keep you scrolling. More importantly, she provides practical strategies to help you take back control of your time, increase your productivity, and focus on the goals that matter most. Learn how to stop being a consumer of content and become intentional about how you spend your time online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 15 · 34m
AI is changing the workplace fast, and doing the bare minimum is no longer enough. In this episode, we discuss how to stay valuable in an economy where automation can replace routine tasks. Learn why flexibility, problem-solving, sales skills, and bringing opportunities to the table matter more than ever. If you want to stay competitive, increase your value, and avoid becoming replaceable, this conversation is for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.