It’s not business as usual. When you’re trained in a predictable career and end up doing something completely unexpected, that’s when you see the real entrepreneur mindset emerge. This business podcast conversation cuts past the checklist and talks about stress, confidence, and what it really takes to build your own path. Maria Serbus is the founder of Higher Self Awakening and a speaker, mentor, and coach who helps women manage stress, build confidence, and listen to their intuition as they grow both personally and professionally. With a background as an occupational therapist and more than 7 years of full-time self‑employment, she blends practical tools with inner self‑work to help women step into leadership with grounded confidence. Maria now coaches women through one‑on‑one work, group programs, and self‑paced courses that focus on stress management, intuition, and business growth. 0:00 - The career you thought you’d have 3:45 - How healthcare led to entrepreneurship 8:12 - From side hustle to business freedom 11:07 - What it really takes to start a business 15:20 - Managing stress, anxiety, and intuition 21:00 - Why inner work matters for entrepreneurs Connect with Maria Serbus: Website: https://higherselfawakening.com Instagram: @iammariacrystene Connect with Eve Mayer: Website: https://www.ditchthebra.com Instagram: @TheBralessEntrepreneur Twitter: @DitchTheBra LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/DitchTheBra The Braless Entrepreneur Podcast is where strong women talk about entrepreneurship, confidence, and growth in a raw, authentic way. Hosted by Eve Mayer, it brings founder stories, leadership skills, and real business strategy to women building careers and businesses on their terms. Powered by NXC Podcast Network #thenxcpodcastnetwork #DitchTheBra #entrepreneurship