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Transcript: Welcome back to another episode of the She Turned Entrepreneur Podcast. Today, I have some exciting announcements to make, so you should stick around for it. My first announcement is that this is officially the 100th episode of the She Turned Entrepreneur podcast! First, thank you for sticking around and being a part of this community. Knowing that you are listening on the other end keeps me motivated to do this job, and I'm so happy that you chose to make me a part of your day and a part of your life.
This milestone has pushed me to do a lot of reflection on the past episodes of this podcast. Not only have I had the exciting opportunity to interview 100 amazing women entrepreneurs, but I have also developed new relationships with some of the best people out there. It is truly amazing how speaking into a microphone has given me more than just a platform but also a network and community of people with shared interests and good intentions. I feel humbled to have you as a listener, to continue having amazing guests on this show, and to be a part of the podcast community.
As you can imagine, I have learned a lot from interviewing 100 entrepreneurs. The value of knowledge that these women have brought to us is invaluable, and if you are just listening for the first time, you should definitely go check out our previous episodes. But, to give some of that goodness away, there are 5 pieces of advice that came up repeatedly throughout my interviews, and I want to share them with you today.
1. The best time to start your business is now. You will never be ready. You just have to start. The perfect time does not exist, so don't let it get in the way of chasing your dreams!
2. Believe in yourself and your ability to figure it out. You have to take a chance on yourself even if nobody else does. Be your biggest supporter and trust that you have the capacity to make things work.
3. Failure is just part of the process, and the thing that you are fearful of is the thing that you should really be doing. Face your fears head-on, and when you fail, take it as a learning opportunity and use the lessons learned to nail your next attempt.
4. Don't compare yourself to others. Keep the blinders on and pave your own way. Own your own journey. Comparison is truly the thief of joy. Remember that we are all unique with our own unique journeys, so don't be afraid to own your authenticity.
5. Finally, if you can dream it, you can make it a reality. Go for it. And, of course, I'll be cheering you along the whole way!
My second exciting announcement for today is that this podcast is officially rebranding its name from She Turned Entrepreneur to Teacher Turned Entrepreneur. Before you freak out, the podcast's purpose will not change, which is to encourage women to achieve their goals of entrepreneurship by sharing the stories of women entrepreneurs. However, the title of the podcast will become Teacher Turned Entrepreneur, and this title is fundamental to my passion.
As you know, I love showcasing women from various backgrounds and industries to inspire you on the many possibilities in entrepreneurship. As a business coach to teachers, this rebrand will bring more focus to my audience of former teachers who are launching and growing an online business.
I am passionate about helping women, especially teachers, become entrepreneurs because I am a Teacher Turned Entrepreneur myself. This shift in my career has had the biggest impact on my life. I went from high school engineering teacher for 11 years to building a multi-million-dollar brand. If I had stayed in my teaching job, I never would have been able to reach over a million students. More than anything, I understand that making such a big change in your career can be daunting, and teachers might even feel limited in their business options. But the truth is that there are so many options for teachers to start a business, and that is because teachers make natural entrepreneurs. Here are a few reasons why:
1. They are natural and are used to sharing knowledge and skills with others.
Entrepreneurship is all about the exchange of a product or service for money. In this case, your knowledge and skill are the product. Now, it becomes my job to teach you the nuances of marketing this product to a larger audience.
2. They are trained, problem solvers.
You have likely heard someone say that a good business solves a problem. Teachers are trained to be problem solvers; whatever specific entrepreneurial path you choose, this ability will be crucial to its success.
3. They are passionate and love learning.
Nobody knows everything about something, and you must be open to learning to be a good entrepreneur. Teachers spend their entire time learning and teaching others to learn. Bringing that skill into entrepreneurship means that not only will they be open to adopting the best strategy for their business, but they will be invested in creating content that is targeted at helping their customers learn.
4. Like entrepreneurs, teachers are skilled at serving others.
Being able to keep your customers happy is an important part of entrepreneurship; luckily, teachers are very good at serving people. They serve their students, their students' families, the school administration, and their community. They know how to meet the set standard and keep people satisfied, so transitioning into entrepreneurship is like stepping into another familiar territory.
I believe everyone has a passion that can become a business, and I have dedicated my life to helping new and aspiring entrepreneurs launch and grow their businesses. To some teachers, starting a new business is a path out of the classroom; to others, it is just a side hustle. I have been in your shoes; I taught in a classroom for eleven years before setting out on my own, and that makes me your qualified guide to entrepreneurship. Whether through my one-on-one coaching, VIP days, or Membership program for entrepreneurs called the A+ Entrepreneurs, I am always here to help.
You can visit my website at teacherturnedentrepreneur.com to download my free guide on how teachers can use their knowledge and experience to create a profitable side hustle or business to help you out of the classroom and into the financial freedom you've been looking for.
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By Dori StewartTranscript: Welcome back to another episode of the She Turned Entrepreneur Podcast. Today, I have some exciting announcements to make, so you should stick around for it. My first announcement is that this is officially the 100th episode of the She Turned Entrepreneur podcast! First, thank you for sticking around and being a part of this community. Knowing that you are listening on the other end keeps me motivated to do this job, and I'm so happy that you chose to make me a part of your day and a part of your life.
This milestone has pushed me to do a lot of reflection on the past episodes of this podcast. Not only have I had the exciting opportunity to interview 100 amazing women entrepreneurs, but I have also developed new relationships with some of the best people out there. It is truly amazing how speaking into a microphone has given me more than just a platform but also a network and community of people with shared interests and good intentions. I feel humbled to have you as a listener, to continue having amazing guests on this show, and to be a part of the podcast community.
As you can imagine, I have learned a lot from interviewing 100 entrepreneurs. The value of knowledge that these women have brought to us is invaluable, and if you are just listening for the first time, you should definitely go check out our previous episodes. But, to give some of that goodness away, there are 5 pieces of advice that came up repeatedly throughout my interviews, and I want to share them with you today.
1. The best time to start your business is now. You will never be ready. You just have to start. The perfect time does not exist, so don't let it get in the way of chasing your dreams!
2. Believe in yourself and your ability to figure it out. You have to take a chance on yourself even if nobody else does. Be your biggest supporter and trust that you have the capacity to make things work.
3. Failure is just part of the process, and the thing that you are fearful of is the thing that you should really be doing. Face your fears head-on, and when you fail, take it as a learning opportunity and use the lessons learned to nail your next attempt.
4. Don't compare yourself to others. Keep the blinders on and pave your own way. Own your own journey. Comparison is truly the thief of joy. Remember that we are all unique with our own unique journeys, so don't be afraid to own your authenticity.
5. Finally, if you can dream it, you can make it a reality. Go for it. And, of course, I'll be cheering you along the whole way!
My second exciting announcement for today is that this podcast is officially rebranding its name from She Turned Entrepreneur to Teacher Turned Entrepreneur. Before you freak out, the podcast's purpose will not change, which is to encourage women to achieve their goals of entrepreneurship by sharing the stories of women entrepreneurs. However, the title of the podcast will become Teacher Turned Entrepreneur, and this title is fundamental to my passion.
As you know, I love showcasing women from various backgrounds and industries to inspire you on the many possibilities in entrepreneurship. As a business coach to teachers, this rebrand will bring more focus to my audience of former teachers who are launching and growing an online business.
I am passionate about helping women, especially teachers, become entrepreneurs because I am a Teacher Turned Entrepreneur myself. This shift in my career has had the biggest impact on my life. I went from high school engineering teacher for 11 years to building a multi-million-dollar brand. If I had stayed in my teaching job, I never would have been able to reach over a million students. More than anything, I understand that making such a big change in your career can be daunting, and teachers might even feel limited in their business options. But the truth is that there are so many options for teachers to start a business, and that is because teachers make natural entrepreneurs. Here are a few reasons why:
1. They are natural and are used to sharing knowledge and skills with others.
Entrepreneurship is all about the exchange of a product or service for money. In this case, your knowledge and skill are the product. Now, it becomes my job to teach you the nuances of marketing this product to a larger audience.
2. They are trained, problem solvers.
You have likely heard someone say that a good business solves a problem. Teachers are trained to be problem solvers; whatever specific entrepreneurial path you choose, this ability will be crucial to its success.
3. They are passionate and love learning.
Nobody knows everything about something, and you must be open to learning to be a good entrepreneur. Teachers spend their entire time learning and teaching others to learn. Bringing that skill into entrepreneurship means that not only will they be open to adopting the best strategy for their business, but they will be invested in creating content that is targeted at helping their customers learn.
4. Like entrepreneurs, teachers are skilled at serving others.
Being able to keep your customers happy is an important part of entrepreneurship; luckily, teachers are very good at serving people. They serve their students, their students' families, the school administration, and their community. They know how to meet the set standard and keep people satisfied, so transitioning into entrepreneurship is like stepping into another familiar territory.
I believe everyone has a passion that can become a business, and I have dedicated my life to helping new and aspiring entrepreneurs launch and grow their businesses. To some teachers, starting a new business is a path out of the classroom; to others, it is just a side hustle. I have been in your shoes; I taught in a classroom for eleven years before setting out on my own, and that makes me your qualified guide to entrepreneurship. Whether through my one-on-one coaching, VIP days, or Membership program for entrepreneurs called the A+ Entrepreneurs, I am always here to help.
You can visit my website at teacherturnedentrepreneur.com to download my free guide on how teachers can use their knowledge and experience to create a profitable side hustle or business to help you out of the classroom and into the financial freedom you've been looking for.