In this episode of Our Business Shenanigans, Jen and Nicole explore their journey from business acquaintances to partners, discussing the importance of taking action on advice and resources available to entrepreneurs. They share personal stories of support during challenging times, the significance of watching educational modules, and the necessity of implementing learned strategies. The conversation emphasizes the value of seeking help, respecting time, and the complexities of providing business advice.

In this episode, Jen and Nicole discuss the importance of building a strong foundation in business, emphasizing self-education, accountability, and the value of investing in knowledge. They share personal experiences and mistakes, highlighting the need for proactive learning and implementation. The conversation encourages listeners to take action, ask questions, and utilize resources effectively to achieve success in their business endeavors.

Takeaways

• The journey from acquaintances to partners can be organic.
• Support during tough times can reignite passion for business.
• Watching educational modules is crucial for success.
• Implementation of learned strategies is key to growth.
• Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
• Respecting others’ time is essential in business relationships.
• Investing in knowledge should lead to actionable results.
• Comfort with discomfort can hinder business growth.
• Cliff Notes versions of advice can lead to chaos.
• Understanding context is vital for effective business advice. It’s only fair that we are doing our homework and applying what we can.
• Everything within your business ties together.
• If you’re building your own systems and processes, it might work, it might not.
• Take the time to make notes or watch the replay of coaching sessions.
• Everyone’s time is valuable; we invest in different programs.
• Don’t just ask a question, get a bunch of answers and leave it at that.
• Set an appointment with yourself to invest in your business.
• Inspect what you expect, regardless of what it is.
• If you invest in knowledge, you’ve got to use it.
• It comes from a place of love; we want to see you succeed.