Raw, Real, Relentless | The unfiltered truth about building a business | EBL with Joseph Valente

What does entrepreneurship really look like behind the polished Instagram posts and funding headlines? At Elite Business Live, Joseph Valente hosted one of the most honest founder conversations of the event, bringing together Vicky Owens, Nicola Gunby, Alfie Watts, Kathryn Burn and Fran Gresswell for a raw look at what it actually takes to build, scale and survive in business.   From 500 investment rejections to walking away from “safe” careers, personal branding breakthroughs, AI authenticity, online criticism and building traction in crowded markets, this panel unpacked the realities most founders rarely talk about. In this video, discover: • Why success is built on resilience, not overnight wins • How personal branding can transform business growth • The truth about fundraising, rejection and persistence • Why authenticity matters more than ever in the AI era • How founders can turn criticism into competitive advantage Whether you’re launching your first business, scaling a startup or building your personal brand, this session delivers practical lessons from founders doing it in real time. Watch now for honest insights on risk, resilience and what it really takes to stand out. #EliteBusinessLive #Entrepreneurship #StartupSuccess #PersonalBranding #BusinessGrowth #FounderJourney #AIinBusiness #JosephValente #SmallBusiness #Leadership https://bit.ly/m/elitebusiness