Listen "10 Lessons from 10 Years of Entrepreneurship: Lesson Nine - Everything works, but It Takes Longer Than You Want It To"
Episode Synopsis
In lesson nine of 10 Lessons in 10 Years of Entrepreneurship, Laura Sinclair shares one of the most grounding—and freeing—truths in business: everything works… it’s just going to take longer than you want it to.In this solo episode, Laura breaks down why chasing “quick wins” often leaves entrepreneurs spinning their wheels, and how sustainable success actually comes from choosing your lane, staying consistent, and committing to the long game.Drawing from her decade of experience and stories from real clients (including one who made $80K in 48 hours and another who hit $10K in a single day), Laura reveals the mindset and strategy shifts that make those wins possible—and why they never happen overnight.Whether you’re just starting out or scaling to your next level, this episode will remind you to stay patient, stay focused, and trust your process. In this episode you will hear: 01:00 – What “Everything Works” Really Means02:45 – Client Wins That Took Time04:15 – The Myth of the One Right Strategy06:10 – Picking a Lane and Staying There07:25 – How to Identify What’s Actually Working09:00 – The Role of Data and Low-Hanging Fruit10:45 – Why Fast Success Isn’t Always Sustainable15:10 – The Truth About “Passive Income” and Course Creation17:30 – Every Marketing Strategy Works (With Time)21:20 – Making Peace With the Pace of Growth23:10 – How Long-Term Consistency Creates Results27:15 – Why Early Entrepreneurs Struggle Most With This29:00 – The Real Role of a Mentor31:10 – Making Peace With the TimelineTickets for This Mother Means Business LIVE - Presented by CIBC Business Banking on April 1st, 2026 are available now! Get yours here: https://www.thismothermeansbusiness.com/tmmb-2026Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links:• Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok
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