#6 From Corporate to Startup: Breaking into Entrepreneurship with Balance with Sergio Borasino

21/06/2024 47 min

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Episode Synopsis

Olya sits down with Sergio Borasino, a seasoned entrepreneur and head of a startup incubator. Sergio shares his journey from working in corporate marketing to becoming a successful entrepreneur startup mentor. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to leave the corporate world, the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with family life, and the importance of networking and maintaining a positive mindset.Join Olya and Sergio as they explore the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the value of learning from failures, and the strategies for maintaining personal well-being while growing a business.In this episode, you will learn: Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurial Life: Sergio and Olya discuss the challenges and rewards of leaving a corporate job to pursue entrepreneurial ventures. Sergio shares his personal story of a pivotal moment that led to his decision. Balancing Family and Business: Sergio emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between family responsibilities and business growth. He shares his strategies for managing time effectively and ensuring that family remains a priority. The Power of Networking: Both Sergio and Olya highlight the significance of building and maintaining a strong network. Sergio shares anecdotes about how networking has opened doors and provided valuable opportunities throughout his career. Learning from Failures: Sergio and Olya talk about the importance of reframing failures as learning experiences. They discuss cognitive reframing techniques and share personal stories of overcoming setbacks.Homework: Sharpen Your Ax: Identify activities that help you maintain a high level of productivity and ensure you make time for them. Reflect on how these activities save you time and improve your efficiency. Reframe Failures as Learning Experiences: Look back at recent situations where you felt you failed and practice cognitive reframing to see them as learning opportunities. Reflect on what you learned and how it can guide your future actions. Network Actively: Make a list of people in your industry or community who you would like to connect with. Reach out to them for coffee chats, informational interviews, or networking events to expand your professional network.

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