139 - She Started A Multi-Million Dollar PHYSICAL Product Business... But At What Cost? (Business, Life Lessons, And Identity - With Katie Richardson)

In this episode, I interview Katie Richardson, an incredible business woman, entrepreneur, product designer, business coach, mother, wife and all-round amazing lady. Katie has been featured on the Ellen Show, Rachael Ray Show, and the TODAY Show for her incredible baby products. She has also been featured on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine and many more media outlets! Katie not only started a physical products company and manufactures the products, but she grew it so big that she was hit up by Nike to do product design and made tens of millions of dollars in sales. Tune in to this episode because it will really put some things into perspective and transform your life with powerful stories.Key Points Discussed:The amazing entrepreneur and boss woman: Her entrepreneurial backstory (04:17)Helping entrepreneurs get clarity and quiet the noise so they can ask powerful questions (14:19)The most pivotal and critical moment of Katie’s life that led her to where she is now (19:11)How to look into the future to figure out what direction to take (26:39)Entrepreneurship should be a vehicle for achieving our purpose  (34:12)Going against the norm and dealing with the societal perception of women in business (40:49)The wisdom of a young unfiltered mind and saying yes to our calling (44:58)Knowing the distinction between doctrinal truth and cultural truth (48:24)Learning how to do powerful negotiations and (54:24)Awards in today’s society of social proof and credibility (57:10)Additional Resources:www.KatieRichardson.comKatie on InstagramJosh’s New Travel InstagramJosh’s Weekly Vlog Videos on YouTubeJosh’s Daily BlogThe Mindset GuideYou can find the transcripts and more at www.thinkdifferenttheory.com/139--Be sure to follow me on Instagram @joshfortiSubscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, or anywhere else you listen to your podcasts.You can find this episode plus all the previous episodes here.Be sure to grab a copy of The Mindshift Playbook here.If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts! SUBSCRIBE:Apple | Spotify | YouTube FIND JOSH:Facebook: /realjoshfortiInstagram: @joshfortiDownload The Golden Mic Method Book