EP255: How I Launched a Business While Eight Months Pregnant With Leslie Danford

In today’s episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of entrepreneurship against all odds with our special guest, Leslie Danford. Leslie embarked on creating her own business during a time most would find daunting—eight months pregnant and amidst the chaos of 2020. Her story is inspiring and packed with practical advice for anyone contemplating starting a business while navigating life’s unpredictability. Whether you’re a parent, juggling multiple roles, or simply looking for motivation to take the leap into entrepreneurship, this episode promises a wealth of insights and actionable tips to empower your journey. Join us as Leslie unfolds the realities of starting a business during challenging times and how to triumph over adversity with resilience and strategic planning.

Today on the Savvy Scribe Podcast:

• Leslie shares her journey of starting a business in 2020 amidst the pandemic, while being pregnant and facing the challenges of homeschooling and managing her role in a hospital.
• She emphasizes breaking down overwhelming tasks into manageable steps and starting with small experiments to validate business ideas.
• Leslie highlights the importance of mental and physical health during stressful times.
• We had a discussion on the transition from being laid off to deciding to start her own business.
• Leslie outlines her product development and market research approach through interviews and formula testing.
• The conversation touches on the value of community support and networking through groups like Startup CPG.
• Leslie suggests setting aside explicit time for business tasks, even in a hectic personal life, and the importance of discipline in making gradual progress.
• She shares her strategy of approaching local store managers directly, demonstrating perseverance in business development.

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