In this episode of FoundHer, Helen Sampson, founder of Encouple®, shares her journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts, overcoming doubt, and the concept of Mesotrauma®. She discusses how stress can be reframed as a superpower and offers valuable advice for aspiring female entrepreneurs, highlighting the significance of authenticity, connection, and personal values in defining success.
Takeaways:
- Empowerment comes from sharing authentic journeys.
- Mindset shifts can turn perceived disadvantages into advantages.
- Mesotrauma® highlights the cumulative effects of daily stressors.
- Building trust is essential for credibility in business.
- Stress can be reframed as a superpower for growth.
- Success is subjective and should align with personal values.
- Networking and authenticity are key to building connections.
- Overcoming doubt requires strong belief in one's vision.
- Mistakes are part of the entrepreneurial journey; learn and adjust.
- Self-care and managing stress are crucial for founders.
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