In this powerful episode, we sit down with the incredible Maya Elious, a seasoned entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the digital space. From her humble beginnings as an 18-year-old MySpace page designer to becoming a sought-after business strategist, Maya shares her inspiring journey of faith, purpose, and entrepreneurial evolution.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Maya's unexpected start in entrepreneurship designing MySpace pages in 2008
- The pivotal transition from web design to messaging and strategy
- How to overcome the paralysis of perfectionism in business
- Breaking free from people-pleasing (especially as a first-generation American)
- The three essential pillars: Mindset, Messaging, and Marketing
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Welcome and Introduction to Maya Elious
3:45 - Maya's entrepreneurial origin story starting with MySpace pages in 2008
8:30 - Discussion on technology, blessings, and managing information overload
12:15 - The connection between clarity and faith
17:20 - Transitioning from web design to messaging and strategy
22:45 - The perfectionism trap and getting stuck behind the scenes
27:30 - The importance of failing fast and learning from mistakes
32:15 - Addressing poverty mentality and pricing based on value
38:00 - The three pillars: Mindset, Messaging, and Marketing
42:30 - Discussion on pruning and personal growth in business
45:00 - Closing thoughts and where to find Maya's free branding checklist
Note: Since the transcript provided doesn't include actual timestamps, I've created approximate timestamps based on the flow of conversation. These can be adjusted based on the actual episode timing.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Clarity comes through action, not endless planning
- You don't need perfect systems to start serving clients
- The importance of balancing profit, impact, and personal fulfillment
- How to price based on value, not just confidence or following
- The power of incorporating faith into business decisions
QUOTABLES:
"If you believe that you serve a God of limitless abundance, why do you keep trying to limit your abundance?"
"When we don't know how to manage our blessings, that's when they become burdens."
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- Free Branding Checklist: builttoimpact.com/checklist
- Maya's Website: builttoimpact.com
Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or looking to scale your impact, this episode delivers practical wisdom on building a purpose-driven business while staying true to your faith and values.
Where to find Tamra:
- Want to elevate your voice and purpose? Become a Millionaire Messenger: fitinfaithmedia.co- Publish with Tamra and F.I.T. Press - fitinfaithmedia.com/authorjourney
- Hang out on Instagram: @tamra.andress
- Listen to Tamra’s other shows: Girls Gone Holy and The Founder Collective Podcast.
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