Why Every Entrepreneur Needs Better Friends | Frankie James Founder of Ideas Fest
· 1 h 01 min · Episode 88
Episode Why Every Entrepreneur Needs Better Friends | Frankie James Founder of Ideas Fest
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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