Episode 45: Following Your Conviction: Trusting The Journey To Entrepreneurship with Stephanie LaFlora

 

We all have dreams and ambitions, but having a dream and feeling like it’s not the right time to take a leap can be very frustrating. Becoming an entrepreneur is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It requires you to look deep within yourself, get clear on what excites you and what you truly want, and believe in yourself to take the next right step. When you are insecure about your dream, not sure if it’s really for you or if you want it, you will do it in secret, and you’ll not be able to own it. We can do so much and anything for the things we believe we want. So don’t allow fear or what people say to stop you from pursuing your passion in life. Let your conviction guide you into taking the leap and making your dream a reality.

If your dream is in you, it’s for you, and believing it’s meant for you and committing to yourself counts more than what others say about it. Following your conviction will help you connect with victory in your path. In today’s conversation, Stephanie shares her journey and transition to entrepreneurship and strategies to help you keep your dream alive, take that leap and turn your passion into a successful business.

If you’re ready to tap into your conviction, tune into the episode or watch it on YouTube.

In this episode:

  • [01:18] What you’ll hear about in today’s episode

  • [02:56] Stephanie’s journey and what inspired her to start Crownhunt

  • [06:28] Three strategies to help you take that leap into entrepreneurship 

  • [14:14] How to figure out what you want and move toward your dream

  • [16:08] Lessons Stephanie learned from quitting her job while pregnant to start a business

  • [19:37] Advice to aspiring entrepreneurs in corporate but want to start a side hustle 

  • [21:49] How to build a business that honors diversity and culture

  • [25:52] Why the beauty industry's tendency to ignore textured hair is a mistake

  • [27:54] Tips on how to get in front of investors and access equity crowdfunding

  • [32:31] What it means to be the CEO of your life and business

  • [34:01] You deserve help; get yourself some support

  • [35:55] What makes Stephanie feel audacious?

  • [39:02] Wrap up and end of the show

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