Yes, it is true, the entrepreneur journey is hard but it’s also incredibly exhilarating! I’ve never regretted stepping out of the 9-5, yet I do have some advice for those considering it.

Listen to how I applied the 3D’s in my start-up phase, the importance of marketing, and the lessons I’ve learned. If you have that restless itch and a dream burning inside, take these tips and let them be fuel to your fire! 

 

Tangible Takeaways:

Carve out time and map out your 3D’s - decide what you will do, declare it to others, and do it! Take action steps!Before jumping into entrepreneurship, prioritize getting your ducks in a row financially and with systems, processes, and marketing.Remember: the first few years are all about figuring it out. Once you sort out the problem you solve and how to solve it, it’s time to invest in fun branding.Clarity comes with action in the entrepreneur's life! Things don’t need to be perfect before you start taking action.

 

About me:
Karen Laos is a keynote speaker and leadership coach equipping women to stand out with unshakable confidence. She specializes in communication: executive presence and compelling messages. Karen champions female business leaders to own their value and find their voice so they can be seen and heard. She also works with teams to create cultures of trust and function at their best.

Karen has coached leaders at Facebook, Google, Netflix, Uber, Sephora, Sony, Microsoft, Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Trip Advisor, Bacardi, Levi, and more. Karen’s style is fun, encouraging and results-oriented. She immediately moves past the “fluff” and gets straight to the issue (just ask her clients).

 

Connect with me:
Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/

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Clubhouse: @karenlaos

Episodes also available on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videos