Alex Wehrley is a national TV host, former Miss Wisconsin USA and the creator of Empowerista, a media movement and mentorship program to inspire, celebrate and empower women. She has hosted for the Miss USA telecast, E!, VH1 and ABC red carpets. Alex also acts in national commercials for brands like Fidelity Investments and 5 Hour Energy. She recently made her big screen debut in the movie Rudderless, starring Selena Gomez. Through Empowerista, Alex reaches more than 40,000 ambitious women online with her empowering content. She also mentors women one-on-one, and in group settings, to help them have more confidence, focus and strategy while pursuing their goals.

Secret – timesaving technique

Alex looks at things holistically -- make sure you work on every area that needs working on. ONWARD!

Daily habit that contributes to success

If you write things down they don't seem as daunting -- Alex loves using lists.

Could have ruined your business – but now – an invaluable learning experience

Alex couldn't find a job out of college -- and Alex tells the whole story here.

Most critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful

"It sounds so simple -- but it's consistency and discipline."

Most influential lesson learned from a mentor

"You have to hang in there to see results."

Final Round – “Breaking Down the Recipe for Success” What systems would you go back and put into place sooner?

I would have built a list from the very beginning.

What one strategy or “recipe” would compound into big wins for business owners?

Add value to your tribe.

What strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?

1. Map out a plan -- know where you're going
2. It's the small steps that lead to big changes

How best to connect with Alex:

• Instagram: @empowerista
• Twitter: @AlexWehrley
• Website: empowerista.me

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