Join us on Win Monday as we recount the inspiring 'rags to riches' narrative of a business mogul, Emily Ford, who transformed her life through sheer grit and strategic mentorship. Raised in a small town and overcoming significant childhood trauma, she went from sleeping on a mattress on the floor to establishing a nine-figure brand and a worldly renowned podcast. Her story highlights the pivotal role of mentorship and strong work ethics in achieving monumental success, offering a roadmap for anyone willing to commit to their personal and professional growth.

Key Takeaways:

• The power of mentorship. Aligning with the adage, "When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.”
• Admitting that you don't know everything creates a fertile ground for learning and growth.
• The role of vulnerability in building trust and connection.
• Investing in yourself in terms of personal development rather than material possessions.
• The importance of surrounding yourself with people who elevate you.

In This Episode:

• 00:00:04: Importance of Creativity
• 00:00:38: Emily's Backstory
• 00:01:26: Emily's Rise to Success
• 00:02:00: Emily's Early Life and Challenges
• 00:03:19: Meeting a Mentor and Career Transition
• 00:05:10: Investing in Personal Growth
• 00:06:08: Finding a Mentor
• 00:08:10: Steps to Find and Work with a Mentor
• 00:16:22: Full Commitment and Resilience
• 00:19:03: Path from Curiosity to Commitment
• 00:20:18: Facing high disruption and adversity
• 00:24:01: Awareness and gratitude
• 00:24:46: Perseverance in sales
• 00:25:17: Masterclass on sales essentials
• 00:31:02: Building long-term relationships in sales
• 00:34:43: Shifting mindset and energy in sales
• 00:35:02: Finding and understanding your 'it' factor
• 00:38:45: Identifying your personal brand

Notable Quotes

• “When you meet a person that is aspiring to you and then will you reach out and actually figure out how you can work together? I think that's the recipe.” - Emily Ford
• “We live in this microwave society where people are hot on a Monday and they're nowhere to be found on a Friday. And that's the part where I can run circles around these people. And it was just figuring out what I can be fully convicted to do.” - Emily Ford
• “I could have easily gone on one of the news channels or Instagram and just took in everybody's information. But no, I need to get my mind right. I would say first is awareness.” - Emily Ford

Our Guest

Emily Ford is a visionary entrepreneur and mentor who transformed her life from modest beginnings to become a leader in the wellness and branding space. She has built a global business impacting over 150,000 customers and recently launched Fortitude Agency, empowering entrepreneurs to craft their personal brands. Known for her ITfactor Mentorship, Emily inspires others to embrace their potential, foster resilience, and build brands rooted in authenticity and leadership. She shares her journey and lessons to motivate others on their unique paths to success.

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