072 | Natalie James | The Ups And Downs Of The Entrepreneurial Journey

In the show, Carol interviews Natalie James, founder of Vent, one of Canada's biggest blow-dry bars. Natalie shares how you can overcome uncertainty, fear of failure and even physical disabilities to fulfill your entrepreneurial dreams. This show starts off with Natalie recalling her childhood and background. Born with a rare medical condition, Natalie was extremely conscious of her body. This triggered her keen interest in hair and make-up. Did her father's entrepreneurial nature rub off on Natalie? And, how did Natalie deal with personal tragedies and financial hardships while growing up? Hearing this brave and determined entrepreneur recount her experiences will surely be inspiring and heartwarming for our listeners. Next, Natalie shares some interesting details about her stint in politics. What valuable lessons did Natalie learn from this phase of career? Hearing Natalie recounts her experiences in Haiti will make you realize the importance of having a positive impact on people through your work. But, why did Natalie transition to entrepreneurship in spite of having a rewarding career in politics? Natalie shares how her career in politics fueled her entrepreneurial spirit. Like most of us, Natalie also struggled with letting go off the comfort and security of a job. However, eventually, her fear of missing out (FOMO) overcame her fear of failure. How did Natalie prepare herself as an entrepreneur? And, how did she deal with naysayers who were determined to pull her down? Hearing this segment of the show will be particularly interesting to folks who have some great business ideas but are struggling to put their plans into action. Natalie and her husband prepared a detailed and painstaking plan for their blow dry business, Vent. Natalie also gives us a "peek" into her thought process. What are the basic elements of a successful business plan? Why did Natalie avoid taking the franchise route? Should you take the more difficult route of building your own brand? Natalie shares how marrying convenience, experience, and quality helped her build a successful business from the ground up. You will also learn the importance of building a dream team and creating a collaborative and happy team culture. Towards the end, Natalie shares how she regains her focus when she is feeling stress and overwhelm. In this segment of the show, listeners will learn the importance of a disciplined self-care routine. Tune in for some excellent nuggets! Get in Touch Email Website Facebook Instagram