Series 3 - Episode 5 - Dr Michelle Booth

Dr. Michelle Booth shares her journey from a mining village to becoming a social entrepreneur and founder of Side by Side Arts. She discusses the evolution of social enterprise, the challenges, and the importance of sustainable business models. The conversation covers the challenges and opportunities for social enterprises in the Northeast region, the importance of collaboration, and the need for belief and financial viability in entrepreneurship. Michelle shares her experiences and insights, emphasizing the value of making money to do good and the significance of self-belief in pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors.TakeawaysSocial enterprise evolutionImposter syndrome Collaboration in the social enterprise sectorThe importance of financial viability and self-belief in entrepreneurshipChapters00:00 Journey to Social Enterprise08:10 Transition to Social Enterprise17:07 Founding Side by Side Arts24:24 Challenges and Opportunities for Social Enterprises in the Northeast Region29:51 The Value of Making Money to Do Good36:00 The Significance of Self-Belief in Entrepreneurship