Entrepreneurship & Turning Setbacks Into Success

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Misa Chien, Founder & CEO of The Authentic Asian, is joined by Vanessa Dew, Co-founder of Health-Ade. Together they share candid stories of missteps, tough lessons, and pivotal moments that redefined their paths. Navigating the entrepreneurial rollercoaster is one that requires resilience, learning from failure, and ultimately building a strong support network–which they agree has been their greatest asset. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or simply looking for motivation to tackle challenges head-on, this conversation unlocks invaluable insights and inspiration to help find strength in setbacks.

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