EP 09: The Importance of Being Bold with Elisa Rodriquez

In today’s episode, I interviewed Elisa Rodriquez with M & I Interiors.  Elise shares how to succeed as a woman, a minority-owned business in a male-dominated industry the challenges she has faced, and what has led to her success.    We discuss her journey of leaving her 20+ year corporate career to go all in her business. Some of the highlights are:Knowing the pathway to funding and what she wishes she had known earlierHow to be an advocate for changeThe importance of building a network of other business ownersIn an industry where others think you might not belong you need to be BOLD, Raise your Hand, and let your voice be heardHer favorite saying keeps her passion alive and gives her motivation to keep going even when things get tough. Connect with Elisehttps://www.miinteriorsllc.com/https://www.facebook.com/interiorsllc-------------Connect with Jennifer:Are you an existing locally owned business with a desire to grow.  I help you fast-track your revenue, improve your profits and position yourself as an expert and leader in your community to attract more customers.  Learn more: https://nextwavebusinesscoaching.com/Schedule a 30 minute complimentary strategy session with Jen:https://nextwavebusinesscoaching.com/apply-now-questionnaire/Get access to Grow Your Local Business growth tipshttps://mailchi.mp/nextwavebusinesscoaching.com/email-newsletter-sign-upMy name is Jennifer Kok, and I’m a profit and growth advisor for service-based women entrepreneurs. I help women business owners make smarter, more strategic decisions so they can grow profitably, pay themselves consistently, and avoid burnout.Because the truth is, business owners make decisions all day long, but the ones that really matter are often the hardest ones. Should I hire? Raise my prices? Invest in marketing? Let go of a draining client? Expand, or simplify?Those decisions carry weight, and they can impact your time, your profit, your energy, and your long-term growth.That’s why I created the Focused Growth Collective, a virtual mastermind for women business owners who want support making the kinds of decisions that move a business forward. Yes, we talk strategy, but we also look at the bigger picture like mental load, health, profit, and long-term sustainability.My goal is to help women build businesses that pay them well, support their lives, and still feel worth leading 10 years from now.Connect with me:Website:Facebook:Instagram:LinkedIn:YouTube: