Takeaways

• Your mindset determines your momentum in business.
• The door-to-door industry builds resilience and communication skills.
• Leadership starts with self-awareness and humility.
• You don’t need a “Plan B” if you’re fully committed to “Plan A.”
• Transitioning from sales to leadership means helping others level up.
• Discipline and self-belief are non-negotiables.
• Success in blue-collar entrepreneurship requires grit.
• Don't confuse temporary failure with permanent identity.
• Being a business owner means being constantly coachable.
• The environment you create determines the culture of your team.

Chapters
00:00 Welcome to The Kitchen Table
01:16 Introducing Alana Watkins
03:02 Alana’s Early Journey & Retail Days
05:45 How Door-to-Door Changed Her Life
08:20 The Role of Mentorship and Mindset
12:33 Leadership in the Blue-Collar Industry
16:10 Coaching the Next Generation
19:25 Creating Culture and Accountability
22:18 Final Thoughts on Growth & Legacy

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