Show Notes
In this week's episode of Ladies Who Launch, Frankie James unpacks her founder story, from the uncertainty of figuring out a career path as a young adult to building Ideas Fest into a must-attend industry event. We get into turning setbacks into strategy, mastering assertive communication, navigating the grey area between business and friendship, and the financial tools every founder needs to know.
In this episode, we cover:
Frankie's founder journey from career uncertainty to building Ideas Fest How to turn setbacks into strategic opportunities Networking, rapport-building, and navigating the blurred lines between business and relationships Gaining the confidence to be assertive in the business world Financial support tools, top tips, and how to be a strong team player
If you’ve ever wanted to start a business but don’t know where to begin, this one’s for you.
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CHAPTERS 00:00 Meet Frankie James 02:33 Finding Your Path 12:44 Family Business Dynamics 15:31 An Intro To Ideas Fest 17:08 Pandemic Spark & First Festival Launch 21:53 Building A Founder Community 31:55 What’s Next For Ideas Fest 35:59 Rocket Round 36:11 Community Non Negotiables 39:31 Hiring For Vibe, Not Titles 43:45 Adopting The ‘Why Not Me’ Mindset 54:48 Frankie’s Top Tips
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