Queens of Business - Honest Business Talk

Queens of Business - Honest Business Talk

Welcome to the "Queens of Business" podcast, where hosts Mai Liis Kivistik from Estonia and Kira Maras from Croatia dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and holistic business and health. Tune in twice a month for bold business ideas, inspiring stories from female entrepreneurs, and a hefty dose of motivation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned businesswoman, Mai and Kira are here to empower you on your journey. Join these dynamic women as they conquer the business world one episode at a time.

Episodes

  1. 07/12/2024

    #003 Lone Wolf or Team Player: Navigating Work Dynamics

    Get real with us as we unravel the myth of entrepreneurship! From battling burnout to celebrating milestones, we spill secrets on thriving as a lone wolf or team player. Dive deep into the challenges of building a business from scratch and the surprising lessons learned along the way. Whether you're drawn to independence or thrive in collaboration, this episode serves up the raw truth of chasing your dreams in the business jungle. (01:29) Lone wolf vs. team player in work dynamics (02:04) Experiences with leading teams and working independently (02:59) Preference for a balance of both solo and team work (04:00) Experiences with corporate policies on remote work (05:03) Importance of networking and collaboration for business growth (06:14) Surviving mode vs. thriving mode in entrepreneurship (08:19) Separating business from personal identity (09:42) Levels of humility in successful business people (12:06) Loneliness and challenges of entrepreneurship (13:23) Entrepreneurs often wish they never started (15:14) Money as fuel for business development (16:58) Team dynamics and their impact on business success (18:45) Balancing quality control and business expansion (21:08) Overcoming the fear of starting a business alone (23:39) Importance of flexibility and adaptability in entrepreneurship (25:32) Navigating competition and collaboration in the same niche (27:17) Expectations vs. realities of entrepreneurship (30:36) Hectic first 2-3 years, worked 12-14 hours daily (30:52) Didn't have time for self-care, got migraines (31:16) Introduced 1 gym day per week, now 2-3 classes (31:31) Incorporates morning routines and breaks during the day (32:24) Breaks and balance have positively impacted emotions and work (32:45) Maintained mid-day breaks and self-care when in corporate (33:18) Body is a team player, need to take care of it (34:04) Importance of self-care for focus, results, and being better

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Welcome to the "Queens of Business" podcast, where hosts Mai Liis Kivistik from Estonia and Kira Maras from Croatia dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and holistic business and health. Tune in twice a month for bold business ideas, inspiring stories from female entrepreneurs, and a hefty dose of motivation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned businesswoman, Mai and Kira are here to empower you on your journey. Join these dynamic women as they conquer the business world one episode at a time.