Gwen Dwyer from Success Story Marketing joins us to talk about the reality of running a business without burning out. We get into the raw truth of entrepreneurship—how to balance work and family, when to let go of control, and why hiring the right people can make or break your business.

Gwen shares her journey from corporate life to running her own agency, revealing hard-earned lessons on outsourcing, partnerships, and the constant need for growth.

We also dive into the mental shifts that separate struggling entrepreneurs from thriving ones, the role of money in motivating contractors, and why understanding what you don’t know is just as valuable as what you do.

Connect with Gwen:

https://successstorymarketing.com

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TAKEAWAYS

•Gwen transitioned from a corporate job to entrepreneurship for flexibility.

•Balancing work and family is a constant challenge for entrepreneurs.

•Partnerships can enhance business success by balancing strengths.

•Learning from failures is crucial for growth in business.

•Outsourcing can save time and improve efficiency in operations.

•Hiring the right talent requires a strategic approach.

•Continuous learning is essential in the ever-evolving marketing landscape.

•Understanding what you don't know is as important as what you do know.

•Money can motivate contractors to deliver better work.

•Finding a mentor can help navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship.

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📖 CHAPTERS 📖

00:00 Introduction

06:35 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship

12:44 Balancing Work and Family Life

16:11 Collaborative Business Dynamics

17:47 Releasing Control in Business

20:29 The Hiring Process: Learning from Failures

22:32 Vetting Developers: A Practical Approach

26:51 The Value of Formal Education vs. Self-Learning

32:29 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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