In this episode of Women Empower Wednesdays, host Bri Logue interviews Melissa Franklin, an entrepreneur with ventures in SI educational leadership and coaching. Melissa shares her journey of transitioning from an educator to founding Structure Innovations with her daughter. She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, especially in overcoming mental barriers and adapting to new roles.

Summary: Melissa talks about the shift from her role as an educator to launching her own businesses focused on leadership and coaching. She emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts for entrepreneurs and shares personal anecdotes about the struggles and triumphs of starting new ventures. Melissa also touches on her methods for staying productive and balanced, including managing mental health and maintaining personal well-being.

Show Notes:

1. Introduction to Melissa Franklin: Overview of Melissa’s entrepreneurial ventures and her background in education.
2. Challenges of Transitioning Roles: Melissa discusses her shift from a structured educational role to the dynamic nature of entrepreneurship.
3. Overcoming Mental Barriers: Insights into how Melissa dealt with analysis paralysis and the fear of not being accepted or liked on social media.
4. Importance of Coaching: The role of mentorship and coaching in Melissa's journey and how it has shaped her approach to business and personal development.
5. Strategies for Work-Life Balance: Melissa shares her techniques for managing workload and mental health, emphasizing the need for personal time and self-care.
6. Engagement with Audience: Discuss the impact of social media engagement and how personal connections have supported her business growth.
7. Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Melissa provides tips for new entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of perseverance and adaptability.

Melissa’s story is a compelling look at the personal and professional growth that comes from transitioning into entrepreneurship, highlighting the continuous learning and adaptation required to succeed.

Connect with Melissa:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-franklin-m-a-edu-psyc-660838237/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmafranklin?igsh=Z2QyMGY5Yjg4MWVr&utm_source=qr

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ma.franklin14?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Podcast: https://www.structureinnovations.com/structuringchaoticminds

Connect with Bri:

Website: www.brilogue.com
IG: @bri.logue
FB: @bri.logue

Want to be on the podcast?

Send me an email at: podcast@ivory.media