In this episode of the Ambition Project Show, I decided to switch things up a little bit and provide you with an interview I did with both Barbara Gill, a mentor of mine, and announcer Doc Gallagher at 620AM KEXB Radio. I had a blast having the roles reversed and being interviewed as a guest. Barbara is a successful business owner, a member of the Women-Owned Business Council. Aside from being a radio announcer, Doc is also a successful business owner, CPA, and author, with lots of wisdom and insight to share.

In this episode, we talk about how business owners can avoid the pitfalls that many new businesses experience and the secrets to being a successful woman (or man!). Specifically, we discuss the differences between an entrepreneur vs. a wantrepreneur and why having a winning/positive mindset as well as a strong financial savings plan is part of a business owner's success. Of course, money isn't everything, but knowing you have financial security after all the work you put into your business creates stability and is one of the contributing factors to happiness. As Doc Gallagher says on the show, "You are responsible for where you're getting to next."

 

Key Takeaways:

[1:50] What's the Ambition Project Show about?

[3:35] What does Deirdre mean by “90% of winning is mental”?

[4:30] How strongly do you believe you can achieve something?

[4:50] We have to look at the self-image piece in our team and in our company culture.

[5:35] What makes Deirdre different?

[7:35] What does it mean to have an 'ownership mentality'?

[9:10] There are a lot of Wantrepreneurs out there. People just don't want to take the risk in starting their own businesses.

[10:35] Barbara says it's very rewarding to be a business owner and job provider.

[11:10] Barbara has been an incredible mentor to Deirdre.

[12:25] Forget trying to cope, conquer your problems instead!

[14:55] Although money definitely helps, it isn't everything. Deirdre knows a lot of very wealthy, successful individuals who are incredibly unhappy. 

[15:35] People who win the lottery end up being more miserable a year later.

[16:15] How does Deirdre help with branding?

[17:00] What is an elevator speech?

[19:55] Barbara shares the first time she met Deirdre.

[22:35] How does Deirdre help her clients when they are facing discouragement.

[25:20] You and only you are responsible for where you're going next.

[28:00] What are some of the secrets to being a successful woman? Barbara says to always start your day on a positive note.

[30:20] You choose to be happy during every waking moment. You choose to be grateful. Believe in yourself.

[31:20] While money isn't everything, financial planning is essential and one of the keys to long-term success.

[33:05] Deirdre is a single parent with three children. Savings plays a critical role to making sure their welfare and education is taken care of.

[34:15] Doc is working on a book where he showcases why a female brain is better equipped to handle money than a male brain.

[35:25] When talking to any financial planner or CPA, ask them if they will care about you even if you don't do business with them. See how they'd react.

[37:30] What services does Barbara provide?

[39:00] Barbara shares a perfect example about why you should fake it till you make it.

[40:15] Act like a winner whether you feel like it or not.

[41:05] Do not get discouraged by the word no! It's not personal.

 

Read:

The Money Doctor's Guide by W. Neil Gallagher Ph.D

 

Follow:

www.deirdresanborn.com

Doc Gallagher Financial Group

Women-Owned Business Council

Gill Digital

Lanny Bassham

Michael Levine

Erma Bombeck

 

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