From the Bathroom Floor to the Bike: How Dede Davis Built Misfit to Fit by Choosing Herself First
- BlkBld Live, Brand Experience, Branding, Business Mindset, Foundation-First
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blkbld live, Business Loyalty, entrepreneurship, journey to business, Social Media Engagement, Tips and Tricks
- March 18, 2026
Dede Davis went from postpartum depression on a bathroom floor to building Misfit to Fit, a fitness brand that helps women become unapologetically strong. Here’s how she built community over transaction, embraced the juggle, and walked boldly as herself.
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Building the Boat Before You See the Rain
You’re not behind. You’re complete in Him. This reflection explores alignment, foundation, and what it looks like to build before you have the blueprint.
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How I’m Planning 2026 After Everything Fell Apart (And How You Can Too)
I was laid off in 2025 and had to rebuild how I work, plan, and lead my business. In this post, I walk through the exact Annual Business Planning Worksheet I use to review the year, clarify my mission, look at the real numbers, and turn big goals into a quarterly plan you can actually follow. If you are ready for a more intentional 2026, this is for you.
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Foundation First vs Foundation Later: The $100,000 Difference
Both foundation-first and foundation-later approaches can make you money. I know because I’ve done both. The difference? One cost me $100,000, broken relationships, and moving home at 28. The other built BlkBld & Co. Here’s what nobody tells you about building without a foundation—and why it might cost you everything.
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