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EPISODE 11: Navigating the Storm: Mastering Tough Business Conversations

Want to feel more confident during tough conversations? When conflicts arise it can be tough to stand up to someone, gather information and respond clearly. This episode of Entrepreneur Minds Speak features Laura Lorber, an experienced family and civil mediator, as she shares invaluable techniques to master tough business conversations. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: Navigating the Storm: Mastering Tough Business Conversations

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EPISODE 5: Tips to Combat Self-Doubt in Business

Many entrepreneurs experience self-doubt in business, even if they have the skills they need to succeed. Lauren and Natalie talk about how common imposter syndrome is and share some techniques for pushing through self-doubt. They discuss how doubt can manifest as imposter syndrome and affect your chances of success. The episode highlights various ways in which self-doubt can show up,

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Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming Self-Doubt in Business

My first job as a graphic designer began with a lot of worries. I had been hired because my employer saw that I had the skills and ability to do the work, but I wasn’t so sure. Some of the skills I had typed on my resume were exaggerated so that I could get an interview (much less hired) in

10 Tips to Avoid Burnout as an Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurship is a challenging but rewarding path. One difficult part of having a business is knowing how to avoid burnout as an entrepreneur. The demands of running a business, combined with the pressure to succeed, can quickly become overwhelming. It’s easy to get discouraged, especially in this economy where it is even more challenging to find your niche. It helps

Woman looking at report with surprised face and learning how to overcome decision fatigue.

How to Overcome Decision Fatigue

Decisions are everywhere in life and in business. And sometimes it seems there are just too many decisions to make at once. The feeling of overwhelm we feel with the multitude of decisions we make each day is called “decision fatigue,” and it’s relatable. I encountered decision fatigue last year as I juggled the details of moving to a new

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The Secret to Happiness in Life & Business: Know Your Why

When I started my career, I hadn’t heard the term “know your why.” My interests and passions pulled me in so many different directions. Back then, I didn’t know I would end up with my own business.  My first big break was a packaging design job at Victoria’s Secret in New York. As I developed my design skills, I landed

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After a Year of Struggle and Upheaval, I Feel Inspired and Ready for Change!

I know I’m not alone in experiencing 2022 as a year full of stress, changes, and uncertainty. Part of my stressful year came in the form of selling my beloved Miami home, where I lived for 12 years. It was an incredibly hard decision. I loved my home. I loved Miami Beach. I was not ready for change! I had

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Is Fear in Business Holding You Back?

Have you had moments of fear in business? Moments that scare you or keep you up at night? Or maybe sometimes you find yourself frozen and unable to make decisions? Or plagued with doubts? If you have felt any of these things, you are not alone! I have been there. And so many other entrepreneurs I have met have too!

Money Mindset Tip: Remember WHY you started your business

7 Tips To Improve Your Money Mindset

As entrepreneurs, we all want to see the time and money we spend building our company pay off. But feeling confident in business isn’t always easy. Sometimes it’s your own thoughts or beliefs about making money – your money mindset – that cause the most trouble.  I have been there. Starting out, all my beliefs about money showed up in