Rina Chunga-Kutama opens up about mental health and building Rich Factory

In this episode Ancillar Nombewu has a heart to heart conversation with Rina Chunga-Kutama the brilliant creative behind Rich Factory. Rina shares invaluable insights on intention, trusting your instincts, and the journey of resilience as she fights to keep her business alive while battling lupus and mental health challenges. This episode isn't just a podcast; it's an honest hearty and real deep dive into the mindset of success, offering inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. Subscribe now for a dose of wisdom and the entrepreneurial spirit! 🌟 Key Takeaways: 00:00 - Introduction 02:15 - On Public Relations and taking back her brand 06:27 - Moving with intention and trusting your instincts 09:51 - Fear, taking time out, emerging from a sabbatical and recentring 11:44 - The power of patience: 9 years in the bedroom before opening a store 16:15 - Developing better business skills to ensure longevity 18:51 - Pricing confidence for greater value for your startup 22:04 - How your network can help grow your business 23:09 - The decision not to work with brands - Rebranding and repositioning journey 25:04 - How Rina got overwhelmed in 2022 and ended up at a mental health facility 26:26 - Depression suffered by many entrepreneurs in silence 28:33 - Rina on how her father’s health triggered her depression 29:24 - Rina on how infertility impacted her mental health and business 32:47 - Rina on how her first psychotic episode manifested and how losing her mind had been one of her greatest fears 37:20 - Rina on how she was also diagnosed with schizophrenia and on learning about her triggers and how to manage them 39:58 - How Lupus impacts Rina’s day to day life and her business 43:41 - Rina on her 3 year old daughter 46:02 - Rina on how she has managed to keep her business running even when going through so many struggles 49:58 - The importance of honesty with your customers and community 51:47 - What’s next for Rina 54:54 - Fast five 🌐 Learn more about Rich Factory: Website: https://ri-ch-factory.myshopify.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richfactory/ Follow: Ancillar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ancillarnombewu/ Access Genie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accessgenieza/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancillar-nombewu-5030706a/recent-activity/all/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AccessGenieZA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ancillarmangena Location Sponsor: https://thecliffside.co.za #AccessGenie #Entrepreneurship #SuccessMindset