• Braving Business: Tales of Entrepreneurial Resilience and Courage in the Face of Adversity

  • By: Tal J Zlotnitsky
  • Podcast

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Braving Business: Tales of Entrepreneurial Resilience and Courage in the Face of Adversity

By: Tal J Zlotnitsky
  • Summary

  • Join host Tal Zlotnitsky, a seasoned serial entrepreneur and founder of six companies, alongside co-host PJ Benoit, a dedicated entrepreneur in his own right, as they delve into candid conversations with leaders and entrepreneurs about confronting and surmounting adversity. Tune in to hear from our distinguished guests as they share their personal stories of resilience and tenacity. Our aim is to inspire, educate, and empower entrepreneurs and leaders, providing them with useful insights on how to chase their dreams and goals even in the face of hardship, while adhering to their core values and leading a life imbued with purpose and significance.

    Tal Zlotnitsky 2023
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  • Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon, 7-time Best-Selling Author and CEO of Incredible One Enterprises
    Jul 22 2024

    Tal and PJ welcome Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon, CEO of the multi-million-dollar coaching and consulting brand, Incredible One Enterprises. A two-time Inc. 5000 selectee, Dr. Harmon is a 7-time best-selling author, creator of five powerful business systems, and host of the MOVE To Millions Podcast. Her latest book, Move to Millions®, encapsulates her method for helping clients quickly cross the million-dollar revenue mark while deepening their spiritual connections.

    Dr. Harmon’s path to success was far from easy. Growing up with drug-addicted parents and a mother who went to prison, she was the only one among her mother's seven children to graduate from high school, attend college, and achieve millionaire status. Her entrepreneurial journey includes bankruptcy, failed launches, bad hires, and losing big clients, demonstrating the importance of resilience and determination.

    Key Discussion Points:

    1. Early Life and Lessons Learned:

    - Dr. Harmon shares about her challenging childhood and the key lessons she learned that shaped her outlook.

    2. Pursuing Entrepreneurship:

    - What drove her to pursue entrepreneurship despite such challenging beginnings and whether she had any business owners in her orbit who inspired her.

    3. Starting with Mary Kay:

    - Transition from corporate to Mary Kay, the significant setback with bankruptcy in 2010, and what she learned from it.

    4. Navigating Failures:

    - Discuss failed launches and bad hires and how she navigated through these challenges.

    5. Victim Mindset:

    - Importance of not viewing oneself as a victim and how she developed and maintained this mindset through personal and professional challenges.

    6. Move to Millions® Method:

    - Explanation of the Move to Millions® method, its development, and its key principles.

    7. Traits of Successful Clients:

    - Traits of clients who succeeded in becoming million-dollar CEOs and the missing ingredients in those who didn't.

    8. Balancing Business Growth and Spirituality:

    - Balancing business growth with spiritual depth, and whether spirituality was always part of her life or a later discovery.

    Quotable Moments:

    "When your best times collide with your worst, you are defining and unleashing the Incredible in you."

    "A setback can be a stepping stone if you allow it to be."

    Connect with Dr. Harmon:

    - Instagram: [@darnyellejerveyharmon](https://www.instagram.com/darnyellejerveyharmon/)

    - Facebook: [@darnyellejerveyharmon](https://www.facebook.com/darnyellejerveyharmon)

    - LinkedIn: [@darnyellejerveyharmon](https://www.linkedin.com/darnyellejerveyharmon)

    - X, formerly Twitter: [@darnyellejerveyharmon](https://www.twitter.com/darnyellejerveyharmon)

    Listener Engagement:

    We're eager to hear your reflections on Dr. Harmon's journey and how her insights resonate with your own experiences.

    Disclaimer:

    The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Braving Business Podcast or its hosts.

    Remember to subscribe, rate, and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Stay brave!

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    51 mins
  • Season Finale: Former Adidas Brand President Eric Liedtke on Leaving Adidas for Sustainable Fashion Innovation
    May 20 2024

    In our Season 2 Finale, join Tal and PJ as they dive into the journey of Eric Liedtke, a trailblazer in the fashion industry known for his leadership at Adidas and his courageous shift towards sustainability. Discover how Eric transformed Adidas through innovative collaborations and sustainability initiatives and why he left to co-found The UNLESS Collective, a brand dedicated to regenerative fashion.

    Key Discussion Points:

    1. Early career and what drove Eric to join Adidas

    2. Reflections on 26 years at Adidas, highlighting proudest achievements and key learnings

    3. Experiences overseeing iconic collaborations and product innovations at Adidas

    4. Navigating the transition from the corporate world of Adidas to launching The UNLESS Collective

    5. The concept of 'regenerative fashion' and its significance to The UNLESS Collective

    6. Challenges faced in creating a brand from scratch and strategies for overcoming them

    7. How experiences at Adidas prepared Eric for his entrepreneurial journey with The UNLESS Collective

    8. Core values from Adidas carried over to The UNLESS Collective and how they have evolved

    9. Advice for individuals considering leaving a secure corporate job to pursue a passion-driven, higher-risk venture

    10. New horizons and challenges anticipated with The UNLESS Collective in the future

    Quotable Moments:

    "Stepping away from a secure, successful career to pursue a passion for sustainability was the bravest decision of my life."

    "Regenerative fashion isn't just a trend; it's a necessary evolution for the industry."

    Connect with Eric:

    - LinkedIn: [Eric Liedtke] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-liedtke)

    - The UNLESS Collective: [UNLESS](https://unlesscollective.com)

    Listener Engagement:

    We'd love to hear your thoughts on Eric's journey from Adidas to The UNLESS Collective and how his story inspires your own path in business. Email us from our website, www.bravingbusiness.com

    Disclaimer:

    The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of the Braving Business Podcast or its hosts.

    Stay brave and keep pushing the boundaries of what's possible in business and sustainability.

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    57 mins
  • Dr. Marie Helene Pelletier, Workplace Mental Health Expert and Author of "The Resilience Plan"
    May 13 2024

    Dive into the depths of workplace mental health with Dr. MH Pelletier, as she decodes the art of 'strategic resilience.' Her award-winning book, "The Resilience Plan," sets the stage for a dialogue on navigating work performance peaks and mental health valleys with strategic finesse.

    Key Questions:

    1. Dr. Pelletier, could you describe your early days in Northern Quebec and how your life experiences drew you to psychology?

    2. Throughout your career transitions, how has your focus on mental health evolved from clinical practice to the business sector?

    3. What is 'strategic resilience' and how does it intersect with successful work performance?

    4. Could you explain the concept of a 'strategic resilience' plan and offer an actionable step for our listeners to start crafting their own?

    5. Your book, "The Resilience Plan," stands out in the crowded space of wellness literature. What unique insights does it offer?

    6. With your extensive speaking engagements and book clubs, beyond book sales, what pivotal message do you hope to impart?

    7. Entrepreneurs often juggle multiple demands; how do you decide where to focus your time and energy?

    8. Your quote on behavioral principles touches on influencing others. What's your take on asking for 'kindness' instead of 'favors'?

    9. Balancing a disciplined life with fun and joy is crucial. What's your strategy for unwinding and what advice can you give to our audience?

    Quotable Moments:

    "Strategic resilience isn't just about bouncing back; it's about springing forward with a plan and purpose."

    "People yearn for reasons in their actions; understanding this can pivot how we influence and interact."

    Connect with Dr. Pelletier:

    - LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmhpelletier/)

    Listener Engagement:

    We're eager to hear your reflections on Dr. Pelletier's insights into the resilience plan and its role in your life. Email us through our website, www.bravingbusiness.com

    Disclaimer:

    The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of the Braving Business Podcast or its hosts.

    Stay brave and embrace your journey with strategic resilience.

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    49 mins

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