TRFE 188: Brandy Pham, founder of Planoly, Shares About Being Vulnerable, Self-Care, + Motherhood

”Last year was the hardest year because I never took care of myself. And I never really thought about myself. I put everyone else first.”   SPONSORED BY DUBSADO Dubsado is a client management system for creative entrepreneurs, and it helps you do everything from sending contracts, invoices, and questionnaires, to managing all things your biz in one place - with a few clicks of the button. Use code TRFE at checkout for 30% off your first month or year: http://bit.ly/dubsadotrfe   WHAT'S IN THIS EPISODE? If you’re using Instagram, chances are you’re using, or have heard of, Planoly. I got to sit down with Brandy Pham, the founder of Planoly, to hear her story. And I’m sharing that convo with you! Brandy is an incredibly inspiring female entrepreneur who’s juggling both a fast-growing business and being a mom of one, with another on the way. So, to all of you mompreneurs who’re feeling overwhelmed right now, this one's for you.   We talk about… How she got started in entrepreneurship with her jewelry company The inspiration behind Planoly Experiencing fast-growth (over one million users in two years!) Why being your own customer is so important Juggling motherhood with business Making self-care a priority Being vulnerable as a boss and business owner Brandy’s 3 biggest pieces of advice   WHO'S BRANDY PHAM? Founder & Creative Director of Planoly Brandy is a serial entrepreneur that has built several businesses in multiple industries. In 2011, she established her namesake jewelry company that was sold in stores like Anthropologie and Henri Bendel. Her latest venture is Planoly, which was created from a personal need, is the premier planning software for brands and influencers on Instagram. With over 1 million users in just two short years, Planoly has grown into a must-have tool for serious Instagram users and household names such as Estée Lauder and Lululemon.   LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: The Sisterhood www.planoly.com Planoly on Instagram Brandy on Instagram