Welcome to the Pivot With Purpose podcast! I’m your host Meghan Houle and today I am so excited for a conversation with Nayline Carrion! Nayline is an entrepreneur, mom, fiance, and influencer, born in Puerto Rico who in her early 20s moved to Boston to pursue college and her dreams of becoming an entrepreneur in a busy city. Ten years later, she has evolved into a full-time entrepreneur, business mentor and philanthropist. In addition to managing three businesses, she’s committed to community involvement and guiding aspiring business owners during the early stages. Nayline Currently has 18 employees under her wing making a tangible impact both professionally and socially. Nayline's success across diverse industries like weddings, beauty and fashion showcases her versatility and entrepreneurial prowess. I am so excited to jump into this conversation and learn from her insights on building brands, handling setbacks, and prioritizing self-care. Nayline’s story inspires listeners to persevere and pivot with purpose!

Topics Covered:
(00:03) Birthday Shoutout for Nayline.
(01:16) Nayline's early career confusion, discovering her passion for entrepreneurship.
(07:01) The inception of Nayline's first online boutique and subsequent pivot to a successful party rental business.
(10:20) The Birth of The Blanc Event Space from identifying a market gap to launching a thriving business in Canton, MA.
(19:32) How Nayline adapted during the pandemic by pivoting into the flourishing beauty industry.
(27:42) Lessons learned from a failed investment and recognizing when to let go.
(34:01) Setting boundaries, taking breaks, and maintaining personal well-being.
(44:22) The power of strategic partnerships in business and the synergy between strengths and shared goals.
(50:10) Nayline’s upcoming projects.

Nayline’s path is a testament to resilience, creativity, and seizing opportunities in entrepreneurship. Challenges are inevitable in life and career, but with perseverance, strategic planning, and the right support, success is within reach! To learn more from Nayline connect with her using the links below!

Nayline’s Links:
Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nayline_nasir
The Blanc Website: https://www.theblancspaces.com/
The Blanc Modern Event Space: https://www.instagram.com/theblancvenue/
Naior B: https://www.instagram.com/naior_b/
Party Perfect: https://www.instagram.com/partyperfect_/

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