In this enlightening podcast episode featuring guest Marisa Kiley, listeners are treated to a deep dive into entrepreneurship, resilience, and personal development. Marisa's upbringing in a family of entrepreneurs laid the foundation for her strategic goals and vision from an early age, setting her on a transformative journey filled with constant vision and determination. She candidly discusses the challenges and rewards of balancing entrepreneurship with family responsibilities and offers valuable advice for women, particularly single mothers, considering entrepreneurship. 

Throughout the episode, Marisa highlights the significance of determination, resilience, and perseverance in overcoming setbacks and failures, urging listeners to view roadblocks as breakthrough opportunities. 

Highlights:

{02:30 } Marissa's background and upbringing in a family of entrepreneurs.

{08:20 } Evolution of entrepreneurship and business strategies over time.

{10:15 } Advice for women, especially single mothers, considering entrepreneurship.

{16:40 } Techniques for managing setbacks and failures, including visualization and self-talk.

{22:15 } The mindset shifted from being an employee to an entrepreneur.

{24:30 } The importance of community and mentorship for entrepreneurs.

{28:15 } The need for financial education in American schools.

{31:30 } Strategies for achieving financial freedom and the American Dream.

{35:45 } Advice for Gen Z individuals considering their career paths.

Marisa Kiley bio:

Marisa Kiley & Ernesto Tatunay, the visionary minds behind Grit & King, bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the world of entrepreneurship. With over 40 years of combined entrepreneurial experience, Ernesto and Marisa hold MBA degrees, setting a solid foundation for transforming aspiring entrepreneurs into successful business leaders. Together, they are committed to redefining the entrepreneurial landscape, viewing every student in their program not as a client but as a valued partner in the journey toward success.

At Grit & King, their uniqueness lies in the efficiency and effectiveness of their program, Mentorship to Partnership. Unlike traditional approaches that may take 18-24 months to launch a business, they empower entrepreneurs to launch successfully in just six months. This not only saves valuable time but also accelerates the path to profitability.

Connect with Marisa:

Website: https://mentorshiptopartnership.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisakiley