Most entrepreneurs search for groundbreaking ideas. Kimberly Baeth found hers in a pair of rusty desk scissors.

As the founder of Golden Openings, Kimberly transformed a simple frustration at Chamber of Commerce ribbon cuttings into a global ceremonial products company serving Fortune 500 brands, the White House, Disney, Oprah, and organizations across nearly every continent. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how taking risks, embracing innovation, and relentlessly pursuing excellence helped her build a business that grew year after year before ultimately selling it at its peak.

From inventing giant ceremonial scissors to mentoring future entrepreneurs through Cutting Edge Success, Kimberly reveals the mindset, challenges, and defining moments that shaped her remarkable journey.

Key Takeaways

• How a simple workplace frustration became a global business opportunity

• Why successful entrepreneurs say yes before they know exactly how

• The importance of finding and owning a unique niche

• How to scale a company while maintaining exceptional customer experience

• Why legacy is built by helping others achieve their dreams

Notable Quotes

• "The joy is the journey."

• "If you're not enjoying the journey, then what's the point of doing it?"

• "I'm the type that will jump off a cliff, take a risk, and figure it out on the way down."

• "There is no finish line."

• "It's not what you do or how you do it, it's why you do it."