Jerry is a rusted business advisor and mentor to small businesses, with over 60 years of experience as a corporate executive and entrepreneur. Co-founded six businesses with a primary emphasis on industrial products and services, and with both domestic and international experience. Has served on multiple outside boards in both for-profit and non-profit entities.
In today’s episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn how to overcome the loneliness of solopreneurship, foster trust and respect in a peer community, and adapt to rapid change as a business owner.
Jerry and I discuss:
- Why solopreneurs need support and community [00:02:08]
- The challenges of loneliness after leaving corporate life [00:03:16]
- How to build trust and respect in peer groups [00:05:07]
- The importance of group dynamics and fit [00:08:14]
- How solopreneurs can adapt to rapid change [00:11:00]
- The difference between noise and trends [00:14:00]
- The balancing act between focus, distraction, and life [00:15:58]
- Stories of solopreneurs navigating challenges [00:17:19]
- The role of luck and hard work in business success [00:21:33]
Learn more about Jerry Weinstein at www.NewYorkCity.score.org
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