Entrepreneurs: Made if Not Born - Jaclyn Beatty - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 14

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman interviews Jaclyn Beatty, a seasoned sales professional and Owner/Principal Consultant of Geared for Growth at Sales Xceleration. Jaclyn shares her non-traditional journey to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of the entrepreneurial gene and the belief that entrepreneurs can be made, not just born. They discuss the challenges of transitioning from a corporate sales leader to an entrepreneurial role and the benefits of the fractional sales industry. Jaclyn also provides advice to aspiring entrepreneurs and reflects on her career pivots from clinical dietitian to corporate sales leader.

Takeaways:

• Don't hesitate to pursue your entrepreneurial dreams sooner rather than later. If you feel ready, take the plunge and trust your instincts.
• Be willing to accept help and advice from others, whether it’s through peer groups, mentors, or industry experts. You don't have to be an expert in every area of your business.
• Don’t be afraid to pivot from one industry to another if you feel drawn to it. Skills are often transferable, and a fresh perspective can lead to new opportunities.
• Learn to manage wearing multiple hats in your business. Prioritize and balance client deliverables with business development and operational tasks.

Quote of the Show:

• “The really great exciting thing about entrepreneurship is even if you don't know from a young age that's the route you want to go, it's never too late to get there.” - Jaclyn Beatty

Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclynbeatty/ 
• Website: https://salesxceleration.com/ 

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