Entrepreneurship: Job Loss Motivation

Host Wendie Veloz unpacks finding motivation after job loss. Wendie takes a first-hand deep dive into the emotional and mental struggles that come with job loss, the significance of self-belief, and how she harnessed her skills and knowledge to thrive as an entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of finding joy, setting a vision, and continuously learning and evolving.  Key Takeaways: Don’t feel ashamed, more people than you know experience job loss. Trust that your network is here to help.  Start with your services and what you’re planning to offer as an entrepreneur.  New entrepreneurs, finding job loss motivation may require the external push from a coach to guide you through the process of structuring your business properly so you don’t lose time making money on your own.  Inspirational Moments: [00:00] Winning at Losing Your Job [01:52] My Personal Journey [05:54] Building a New Path [10:40] The Importance of Self-Belief [16:20] Balancing Work and Personal Life Meet Our Host- Wendie V. Wendie Veloz is a social impact strategist, coach, and consultant with over 20 years of experience helping communities and entrepreneurs create sustainable change. As the founder of Wendie Veloz Enterprises, LLC she empowers businesses and nonprofits to drive meaningful, lasting impact. Wendie combines her background in government funding, nonprofit services, and social entrepreneurship to develop innovative solutions aligned with her clients' missions. With over 15 years in federal leadership roles, Wendie managed programs totaling over $35 million, securing her reputation as a thought leader in social entrepreneurship. She also founded the Social Impact Level Up Collective, a community supporting changemakers in scaling their impact. Beyond consulting, Wendie hosts the Social Impact Level Up Podcast, sharing insights on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and social impact. She’s committed to helping others lead with authenticity and purpose, using her expertise to create positive change in the entrepreneurial and nonprofit sectors. Our website: https://wendieveloz.com/podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendieveloz Instagram: https://instagram.com/wendieveloz Sister Armor Book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4emnbyd Inside Scoop:  In this heart-rending and insightful episode of the Social Impact Level Up Podcast, host Wendie Veloz, shares her personal journey of recovering from job loss and transitioning into a successful entrepreneurship career. Wendie provides practical advice for those considering entrepreneurship as a path forward, encouraging listeners to seek social connections, maintain a balanced life, and celebrate small successes along the way.  Read more about Wendie’s journey after she transformed from a federal government worker to a thriving social impact entrepreneur in the book Sister Armor: Healing in Community Chapter 21 “Now What? A Brown Girl’s Guide to Breaking Free.” Important Links: Join the Social Impact Level Up Collective for community and support: https://wendieveloz.com/collective  DIYers dream- hop in our University for templates and FREE resources: https://wendieveloz.com/university  Podcast audio/video management by Podcast Abundance. Find out more at www.podcastabundance.com/services