In this episode, you will hear our guest – Heneka Watkis Porter discussing failure as it relates to starting a business from home …
Here’s a summary of what was discussed in this session:
✅ When to know it’s time to make a change
- Pivoting is part of the journey
- Align with your passion; your core message
- It’s important to get exposed to different things. That’s where you are able to shine
- Align with your passion; your core message
✅ Start with an idea as most businesses do
- It may be as a hobby
- Do it part time if necessary
- It was hard letting go of the false security of having a full-time job and what it offers – the benefits
✅ Always assess your progress
- There will be challenges as it is with anything else
- Be honest with yourself; authenticity
- Have had “failures” along the way even though it’s not a failure.
- To not fail means you’ve never tried anything
✅ PIvoting can be scary
- It is a struggle to let go of something that you’ve had for a long time
- Change is not easy
- It’s important to start somewhere no matter how small it is; it becomes your leverage
✅ Balance outside voices
- Some can be supportive and others not
- Choose wisely who you listen to
- Always wanted to be a motivational speaker
✅ Pros of starting your business:
- Flexibility
- Freedom
- Being your own boss
✅ Cons:
- You have to be consistent
- Find a balance both financially and relationally because of the startup nature of your business
- Not take care of yourself in a holistic manner
✅ Lessons learned
- Take care of yourself
- Be vulnerable
- Have the right attitude in whatever situation we find ourselves in
✅ BIO: HENEKA WATKIS PORTER
Heneka is a serial-entrepreneur, Leadercast Host Site Leader, author, speaker, and podcaster.
She wakes up every day with a grateful heart as she lives her purpose of “life transformation through inspiration”.
She is the founder of the authentic Jamaica clothing brand, Patwa Apparel and also the creator of the Caribbean’s first Virtual Conference and Expo – The Entrepreneurial You Virtual SME Conference & Expo.
How to get in touch with Heneka:
Social Media: @Heneka_watkis_porter
✅ Your Turn:
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- Youtube Leadership Video: https://youtu.be/DFUJ6bV04RQ
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