In today's Short Talk conversation Judith Germain speaks to Jared Rosenthal about his entrepreneurial journey and the creation of Health Street. Jared Rosenthal discusses his background, starting with working in corporate and non-profit healthcare roles before deciding to start his own business, Health Street, in 2010. He initially tried a mobile drug testing business using an RV, but pivoted to a more scalable model of building a network of clinics and a call center to provide services nationwide.
Key Takeaways
- Jared transitioned from corporate healthcare to entrepreneurship, starting Health Street with a mobile drug testing RV in 2010
- The "Who's Your Daddy" truck concept led to viral marketing success and a reality TV show opportunity
- Jared emphasises the importance of hands-on learning and understanding all aspects of a new business
- The transition from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship presents unique challenges, including shifts in professional networks and perceived authority
In this episocde Jared shares insights and advice for others looking to start their own businesses, including the importance of choosing the right business model and structure, being willing to do the "grunt work" yourself initially, and managing the transition from a corporate leadership role to running your own company.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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