In this episode, we dive into the unique experiences of female entrepreneurs thriving in male-dominated industries. Join us as Christine Hodge, CEO of ClearView Washing LLC, shares her inspiring journey from paralegal to CEO, where she has successfully grown her company's revenue by over 200% and doubled its staff.

We talked about:

• Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity: Christine and our speakers discuss the critical importance of fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces. They share personal stories of overcoming challenges and the benefits of diverse perspectives in business decision-making.
• Balancing Work and Family: The conversation explores the balancing act of managing professional responsibilities alongside family life. Christine provides insights into setting boundaries, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Journey to Entrepreneurship: Christine reveals her transition from an unfulfilling corporate job to becoming a stay-at-home mom, and eventually taking the reins as CEO of ClearView Washing. Her story underscores the value of showing children the potential of hard work and entrepreneurship.
• Gender Dynamics in Business: As a female leader in a male-dominated industry, Christine discusses her strategies for building credibility and navigating gender biases. She emphasizes the importance of leveraging diverse perspectives and maintaining professional respect in family-run businesses.
• Business Growth and Strategies: Learn about the innovative marketing strategies and business processes that have driven ClearView Washing's impressive growth. Christine and her partner share how they have effectively complemented each other’s strengths to achieve their goals.
• Delegation and Overcoming Impostor Syndrome: Christine opens up about her struggles with delegating tasks and impostor syndrome. She shares her journey towards becoming more comfortable with delegation and the importance of recognizing and valuing one's own contributions.

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In this episode of the Built By Me podcast, Shady and Monia, the owners of BTRMLK a fried chicken restaurant in London, Ontario, share their inspiring journey. Starting as a small pop-up at home, they have now expanded to two successful locations within three years.

We talk about:

1. The importance of experimenting and staying true to your creative vision in building a successful business.

2. The unexpected growth that can result from starting small, such as with a pop-up, and the need to adapt to increasing demand.

3. The significance of having better processes in place, especially when facing challenges like increased attention and demand due to social media exposure.

Join us as we delve into their story and learn from their experiences.

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From growing up on the streets of Nashville to becoming a multi-million dollar business owner. In this candid and inspiring conversation, Joshua Brown shares his incredible story of resilience, faith, and transformation. He also shares tangible tips on how he grew he grew his business from the ground up and his advice on what he's learned.

Discover:

• How Joshua's early struggles and hardships shaped his journey to success.
• The pivotal moment that led Joshua to reassess his life and embark on a new path.
• Insights into entrepreneurship and building a thriving business from the ground up.
• Practical advice for overcoming adversity and pursuing your dreams with unwavering determination.
• How to hire a successful team, compensation, and what to look for
• The importance of faith, resilience, and believing in oneself during life's toughest challenges.

Tune in as Joshua reflects on his journey, shares valuable insights into entrepreneurship, and offers practical advice for navigating life's challenges. Get ready for an honest, raw, and deeply inspiring conversation that will leave you motivated to chase your dreams and overcome any obstacle in your path.

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Until next time, keep building!