In this episode of the Sonya Barlow Show, host Sonya Barlow engages in a deep conversation with Michelle Niziol, a successful entrepreneur and former contestant on The Apprentice. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of career changes, the importance of building business relationships, and the role of resilience in entrepreneurship, especially in the era of AI.
Michelle shares her insights on empowering women in business, the integration of artificial intelligence in her work, and her campaign for childcare support as a legitimate business expense.
The conversation also touches on the significance of networking, public speaking, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance in today's fast-paced world.
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Takeaways
- The apprentice was resilience training.
- Visibility is crucial for business credibility.
- Starting a business requires beginning before feeling ready.
- Childcare should be considered a business expense.
- Building relationships is about giving value, not transactions.
- Public speaking can enhance networking opportunities.
- Women are poised to lead the next wave of entrepreneurship.
- AI can streamline business processes and enhance efficiency.
- Maintaining personal time is essential for balance.
- You can grow and learn at any stage of your career.
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- 00:00 Introduction to Career Changes and Business Relationships
- 02:57 The Impact of Reality TV on Business
- 06:42 Transitioning from Employment to Entrepreneurship
- 09:14 Building Resilience in Business
- 12:48 Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship
- 15:00 Incorporating AI into Business Practices
- 18:42 Campaigning for Childcare Support
- 22:36 Networking and Relationship Building
- 30:30 Public Speaking as a Networking Tool
- 33:36 Future Predictions for Business and AI
- 35:26 Maintaining Balance and Self-Care
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career changes, business relationships, entrepreneurship, resilience, women empowerment, artificial intelligence, networking, public speaking, childcare support, future of work, women in business, female tech podcast, female business podcast, future of work
