095. Kelly Kussman: A Six-Figure Business Bootstrapped on Corporate Bonuses

What’s your why? You know… The thing that gets you up and out of the bed in the morning. The thing that pushes you to keep pressing on through early morning inbox sessions and late night working hours. The thing that inspired you to leave your 9-5 for the wild and beautiful world of entrepreneurship. 

Today’s guest discovered her why through the story of tragic personal losses. Kelly Kussman is the Founder & CEO of Cayla Gray Fine Fragrance. With over 25 years in corporate retail under her belt, Kelly launched Cayla Gray in 2020 on a mission to bring luxurious non-toxic fragrance collections to those looking to enrich their self care and beauty routines. 

In this interview Kelly opens up about the heart and mission behind Cayla Gray, bootstrapping her luxury brand on corporate bonuses, and navigating the money mindset shifts in transitioning from the corporate world to entrepreneurship.

I hope our honest, raw conversation inspires you to remember why you started your journey in entrepreneurship. Press play for the full interview

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