In this engaging conversation, Shelly, a Toronto-based text and copy editor, shares her entrepreneurial journey from working in public libraries to establishing her own editing business. She discusses the importance of flexibility, the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and the significance of financial literacy. Shelly also recommends insightful books for aspiring entrepreneurs and emphasizes the value of defining a prosperous life that aligns with personal values and goals. The conversation concludes with insights into the editing process and the type of clients Shelly enjoys working with. Follow her on

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Amy Rempel, founder of Elevation Brands, shares her journey in helping scale and grow health and wellness brands in Canada. She discusses her experience working in the health food industry for over 20 years, including working with her father and siblings. Amy emphasizes the importance of listening to your intuition and trusting your gut in entrepreneurship. She also highlights the significance of having systems in place and outsourcing tasks to avoid burnout. Amy recommends exploring the Human Design Chart as a tool for understanding oneself better. She can be found on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-rempel/ Website: elevationbrands.ca

Jenn Grachow, a photographer, shares her journey from studying photography to traveling and working odd jobs before starting her own photography business. She discusses the challenges she faced financially as an entrepreneur and the importance of knowing your numbers and valuing your work. Jenn also talks about her transition from wedding photography to personal branding and her Women in Me project, which aims to empower women and celebrate their diversity. She emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to be true to themselves and not try to fit into someone else's box.

Jessica Pegg shares her journey as an entrepreneur and how she helps women and gender nonconforming individuals succeed in business. She emphasizes the importance of leveraging systems and automations to streamline processes and remove barriers. Jessica believes that women in entrepreneurship have the power to create a better world by empowering their communities. She shares her own experiences starting and growing multiple businesses, as well as the financial mindset shift she had to make. Jessica also discusses the importance of understanding and managing finances in order to have a successful business

Jessica is an entrepreneur and strategist with over a decade of management and operations experience. She and her team support women-led organizations with the strategies and systems they need to grow with ease and efficiency. JPOM gives female-identifying leaders the tools they need to run it right—to stop working IN their businesses and start working ON them. Follow Jessica on Social Media

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In this episode, Shalini interviews Carinne from Diva Cup, who shares her entrepreneurial journey and the challenges she faced in building the company. Carinne's mother had a dream of creating a better menstrual product, which led to the development of Diva Cup. They faced financial struggles, especially when trying to enter the mass market, but they were able to sustainably grow the business. Carinne emphasizes the importance of finding passion and purpose in your business, as well as the need to constantly adapt and reinvent. Diva Cup has recently rebranded and is expanding its product line to support women through all phases of life. Takeaways Entrepreneurship is a long and challenging journey that requires passion and determination. Financial struggles are common in business, but it's important to be cautious and realistic with spending. Finding a purpose beyond just making money can provide motivation and fulfillment in entrepreneurship. Adaptability and the willingness to reinvent are crucial for long-term success in business. Rebranding and expanding product lines can help businesses stay relevant and meet the changing needs of customers.

Tara McEwen, founder and CEO of McEwen Media, shares her journey from working in media to becoming an accidental entrepreneur. She talks about her career in media, the growth opportunities she had, and the moment she realized she needed a change. Tara explains how she transitioned to entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced in managing finances, and the importance of budgeting and setting aside money for taxes and operating expenses. She also discusses the concept of prosperity and how she focuses on empowering voices for positive change in media.

McEwen Media is a thriving media company offering coaching, consulting, and strategy services to thought leaders who want to command larger stages. A strong media presence is the key to success in an attention economy. Our clients reach new heights, new audiences, and new ways to inspire millions.

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In this episode, Shalini interviews Tameem, an entrepreneur with a diverse range of ventures. Tameem shares her entrepreneurial journey, which began with quitting the corporate world and joining a startup. She then entered an entrepreneurship program, where she learned valuable lessons through experiential learning. Tameem discusses the challenges and uncertainties of entrepreneurship, including the transition from a structured corporate environment to the freedom of entrepreneurship. She also shares her experiences with financing her ventures and the importance of financial literacy. Tameem emphasizes the need for supportive communities and the pursuit of a prosperous life that prioritizes flexibility and personal development.

Welcome to season 2, In this episode, Shalini shares her own entrepreneurial journey, starting from her childhood aspirations to her career in accounting and eventually becoming an entrepreneur. She discusses the challenges she faced, including being laid off from two jobs, and how she ultimately started her own business. Shalini emphasizes the importance of building a business one client at a time and finding passion in teaching financial literacy. She concludes by expressing her gratitude for the opportunity to live a prosperous life and help others through her podcast and social media.