126 - Introducing Lily: Her Journey to Becoming an Entrepreneur
Release Date: 08/07/2023
Ditch Your 9-5 Before the End of 2025 - Step 2: Validate Your Business Idea
MaYapinion®
Are you ready to ditch your 9–5 and finally build the freedom-based life you’ve been dreaming about? In this six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the intentional, strategic, and realistic steps you need to take to leave your corporate job before the end of 2025. In this episode, Maya walks you through Step 2: Validate Your Business Idea. Before you quit your job or invest energy into building something new, you need proof that the business you want to create is viable. Maya shows you how to validate your idea in the real world so you don’t waste time, money, or momentum building...
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137- Ditch Your 9-5 Before the End of 2025 - Step 1: Audit & Align
MaYapinion®
Are you ready to ditch your 9–5 and finally build the freedom-based life you’ve been dreaming about? In this brand-new six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the exact steps to leave your corporate job intentionally, strategically, and successfully before the end of 2025. In episode 137 Maya walks you through Step 1: Audit & Align. Before you can build a business or transition into entrepreneurship, you need clarity, both in your finances and in your fulfillment. Maya shows you how to conduct a full audit of your current role: your salary, benefits, and responsibilities, but also...
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136- Gatekeeping Doesn't Work
MaYapinion®
Are you ready to dive back into the MaYapinion® podcast? Come navigate the world of female entrepreneurship with Maya Roffler. In this episode, Maya takes a bold look at one of the most toxic, yet often overlooked habits in both corporate and entrepreneurial spaces: gatekeeping. From her early experiences in corporate leadership to her years as an entrepreneur, Maya breaks down what gatekeeping really is, withholding information. and why it’s one of the most ineffective and ego-driven practices in business. She shares how it shows up differently in corporate America versus the online...
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135- The Power of the Pivot
MaYapinion®
Come navigate the world of female entrepreneurship with Maya Roffler. In this episode, Maya explores one of the most essential traits every successful entrepreneur must master, the power of the pivot. Following last week’s conversation about leaving corporate America, Maya takes listeners deeper into what happens after you’ve launched your business. She breaks down why pivoting isn’t a one-time event, but a continual part of innovation, leadership, and growth. Through personal examples from her own journey, from evolving the MaYapinion® brand to scaling her tech startup Find a Co-Host,...
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134- The Pivot: Leaving Corporate America for Your Own Path
MaYapinion®
After years in the corporate world, Maya realized something every woman in business eventually faces, the call to pivot. In this episode of MaYapinion®, she opens up about what inspired her to walk away from her 9–5, how loss changed her perspective, and the five-step plan that helped her confidently build her own entrepreneurial path. Maya shares her personal story of redefining success after losing her brother, the moment she realized her work no longer fulfilled her, and how she began building a life and business that aligned with her purpose. From learning to trust her intuition to...
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133- Failure
MaYapinion®
After building a thriving brand and multiple businesses, Maya knows one truth about entrepreneurship. Failure is inevitable. In this episode of MaYapinion®, she dives into what it really means to fail, how to fail forward, and why failure is actually the foundation of success. Maya reflects on her early career in corporate America and how fear of failure once held her back. She shares how shifting into startup and entrepreneurial environments taught her to take risks, experiment boldly, and embrace mistakes as stepping stones to growth. From the launch of her first podcast in 2017 to building...
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132- I'm Back!
MaYapinion®
After a two-year pause, Maya returns to the mic with a powerful story of resilience, authenticity, and renewal. In this episode, she opens up about why she stepped back from MaYapinion®, the personal challenges she faced, and how those experiences reshaped her entrepreneurial journey. Maya reflects on the origins of the podcast in 2017, born out of loss and darkness, and how even in the hardest seasons, light and new beginnings emerge. She shares what she’s been building behind the scenes, from her thriving event business to her new tech startup and what’s next for the MaYapinion® brand...
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MaYapinion® Is Back!
MaYapinion®
Are you ready to dive back into the MaYapinion® podcast? Come navigate the world of female entrepreneurship with Maya Roffler. Join her as she discusses herr experiences, strategies and hurdles as a female entrepreneur. Be inspired and uplifted by thought-provoking and honest discussions while celebrating the strength and resilience that defines women. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply fascinated by compelling stories, MaYapinion® is your go-to podcast for empowering women, one opinion at a time. Join in October 6th as we dive into more entrepreneurial episodes on...
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131 - Recognising Your Green Flags: Pursuing your Entrepreneurial Dream
MaYapinion®
Join us on this exciting journey where we uncover the green flags that indicate a future in entrepreneurship. We discuss how identifying your strengths and leadership abilities can lead to successful entrepreneurship. So, if you feel that fiery passion, that intense dream that won't let you sleep, we're here to tell you, that's your green flag to pursue entrepreneurship! This episode isn't just about entrepreneurship, it also takes a closer look at the challenges women face and how to overcome them. We talk about empowering each other, celebrating successes, and how to maintain a...
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130 - Preventing Burnout: Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs
MaYapinion®
Ever found yourself physically exhausted and mentally drained, barely keeping up with the constant need to create, produce, and engage? As women entrepreneurs, we know this feeling all too well. It's the dreaded burnout, a beast that each of us must learn to tame. This episode uncovers the many faces of burnout and the unique ways it can manifest in our lives— from fatigue to mental weariness from incessant interactions and the unyielding pressure to show up on social media daily. We delve into why it's vital to recognize our personal signs of burnout and the art of preserving our energy....
info_outlineReady to meet our new co-host! Join us on the MaYapinion® Podcast as we introduce our new co-host Lily, a passionate entrepreneur and military spouse. With a keen eye for thrifted treasures and a determination to build a successful business, Lily shares her journey of turning her love for fashion into a thriving reselling venture. Discover her tips for balancing family life, learning new skills, and finding financial independence through her inspiring story on the show.
Episode Highlights:
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Lily's introduction to the world of reselling and how she discovered her passion for thrifted treasures. [00:17:00]
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The path to understanding sales margins and setting up systems as the business grows. [00:26:00}
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The importance of outsourcing. [00:34:00]
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Tips on balancing family life, business, and self-care while on the entrepreneurial journey. [00:40:00]
Lily shares her journey into the world of entrepreneurship, starting with her passion for retail and thrifted treasures. She discusses the immense impact of having a supportive partner who encouraged her reselling venture and helped her maintain a healthy work-life balance. Lily highlights the importance of outsourcing certain tasks to optimize the productivity and growth of the business. With her captivating story and practical insights, Lily's episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration to turn their passion into a successful venture while nurturing personal well-being and family life.
Featured in this episode:
Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils
Connect with Maya & Lily:
Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/
Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast
Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler
Lily’s Instagram: @upcycledbylils