In this inspiring episode of Did She REALLY Say That?!, we sit down with powerhouse entrepreneur Anita Sarda, who shares her raw and honest journey from a high-level corporate career to building her own purpose-driven six-figure business—all while raising kids and healing from divorce.
Anita gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, the unexpected mindset hurdles, and the life-changing moment her 7-year-old son unknowingly mirrored back her truth. If you've ever wondered if the leap from employee to entrepreneur is worth it, this conversation is your answer.
⏱️ Timestamps & Highlights:
00:00 – Welcome & intro to Anita Sarda
01:30 – From side hustle to full-time entrepreneur
03:45 – Why nothing in school prepares you for this shift
06:10 – The real mindset hurdles no one talks about
08:25 – Corporate grooming vs. entrepreneurial freedom
10:45 – The role of self-development & coaching
13:00 – How motherhood shaped her business choices
15:20 – The pivotal moment: “Who did you fire today?”
18:00 – Redefining success through family, freedom, and impact
20:10 – What self-love looks like as a single mom & CEO
22:00 – Real talk on outsourcing, therapy, and time alone
24:00 – Why your partner can’t (and shouldn’t) be everything
25:40 – Building your support system for business & life
✨ Key Takeaways:
- Entrepreneurship requires a radical mindset shift—it's not just skill, it’s identity
- Coaching and personal development are not optional, they’re essential
- A single sentence (even from a child) can become your defining pivot point
- Building a life of freedom often means letting go of stability and external validation
- You don’t need to do it alone—community, mentorship, and self-care matter
🔗 Connect with Anita Sarda:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/anitasardae2e
IG: anitasarda.e2e
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@anitasardaE2E
Her free gift to you:
25 tips to make 2025 Epic in your Entrepreneur journey. https://anitasardae2e.com/25tipslead
Also have a Guided Journal on Amazon- search Anita Sarda
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