Throughout the episode, we cover the significance of mental health and well-being in entrepreneurship, with Anna Solnickova (cfoconsulting.ca) opening up about her own journey to maintain balance and fulfillment in her new role. She shares about the growing demand for fractional expertise in the business world, highlighting how her services fill a crucial gap for companies that need C-suite support but lack the capacity for full-time hires. We also dive into the value of staying true to your purpose and the importance of building strong support systems, both of which have been instrumental in Anna’s success. 

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Greg Stewart joins us to share his incredible journey of being an entrepreneur and Paralympic shot put athlete. Greg dives deep into the emotional challenges he's faced, highlighting the power of vulnerability and resilience in both business and sport. With insights on balancing his dual identities and lessons learned from his unique experiences, Greg's story is a testament to the strength found in embracing one's true self. A truly inspiring conversation that explores the intersection of business, sport, and personal growth.

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On this episode we chat with Susie Bishop, founder of 74 Doors Professional Organizing. Susie shares her story of starting her business during the pandemic and how she overcame personal challenges to help others find peace in their spaces. It's an inspiring episode about resilience and the power of organization.

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Jason Moore is a master at connecting with people and connecting people with each other. He leveraged this mastery to begin a business journey, after retiring as an American Naval Officer, that would take him to the middle east. Now a business owner and advisor in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Jason not only shares the story of his journey but highlights the challenges of starting a business in a foreign country as an ex-pat. The lessons are plentiful, and the stories are robust. Thus, the visit with Jason is being shared in two parts.

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Jason Moore is a master at connecting with people and connecting people with each other. He leveraged this mastery to begin a business journey, after retiring as an American Naval Officer, that would take him to the middle east. Now a business owner and advisor in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Jason not only shares the story of his journey but highlights the challenges of starting a business in a foreign country as an ex-pat. The lessons are plentiful, and the stories are robust. Thus, the visit with Jason is being shared in two parts.

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Before Emma May found herself staring into the abyss that was her walk-in closet, prompting her to start a women's workwear brand, she had a habit of seeing a gap in an industry (or government) and filling it. The evolution of Emma's business journey is evident in her story and will provide some great insights for the listener. Whether you are in retail, considering launching a brand or just want to better understand metrics that connect you to your customers, there is a lot to unpack in this episode.

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There is creating a business plan and sticking to it, and then there is Garry Koebel. At some point, the launch of every small business requires a deep breath and jumping in with both feet, but the outcome can definitely hinge on the due diligence that happens before the jumping. Garry's story is the blueprint any prospective or new business owner should follow (or those contemplating expansion). 

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As Tracy Dueck's kids grew into young adults, she found herself wondering what her next challenge would be. Then, it came to her, share her baking with her community. Immediately successful, Tracy's bakery was bound for growth, until it wasn't. Opening and closing locations and learning about business along the way, Tracy shares the story of her journey, which so many business owners can relate to.

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Managing the transition between employment and business ownership is not an easy one. Bailey Parnell shares her journey to self-employment that required some appetite for risk, some self-confidence and a conversation about conflict-of-interest. We dive into the soft skills of business owners and leaders and get a glimpse into the thesis Bailey is doing for her PhD, which explores how AI can aid in human skills development. We cover a lot of ground.

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We've used the saying, "the art of business" on the podcast before but Mahfuz Chowdry takes it a step further when he looks at business ideas from a creativity perspective first, an enterprise perspective second. This episode is packed with great stories and lessons from a marketing expert, author and entrepreneur.

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