Unlocking the Third Door to Speaking Gigs + BOSSY Success with Kelly Bush + Kelly Metras

Ep. 49 Today I'm joined by BOSSY ROC Co-founders Kelly Bush and Kelly Metras as they discuss how they used the "third door" approach to create speaking gigs for themselves and grow their businesses. They share their experiences and insights on finding their expertise, the importance of community for entrepreneurs, and making million-dollar decisions. Discover how they balance multiple businesses, the power of vulnerability, and the value of having a strong team. Tune in for inspiring stories and practical advice on navigating the entrepreneurial journey. Key Takeaways: The "third door" metaphor highlights the importance of creative thinking for business growth and opportunity creation. Building a strong team and clear communication are essential aspects of managing multiple business ventures successfully. Knowing your expertise and conducting pre-interviews can significantly enhance the effectiveness of speaking engagements and pitches. Community support in entrepreneurship helps combat isolation and fosters a sense of solidarity and empowerment among members. Notable Quotes: "Slow down. Stop doing so much." – Kelly Bush on the best piece of advice she has received. "Anytime you can get in front of a camera or a group of people and talk about what you're doing, is just great advertising." – Kelly Metras on seizing speaking opportunities. "Fairy tales exist not to make you believe in dragons but to make you believe that dragons can be beaten." – Kelly Metras on overcoming challenges. Resources: Bossy Group Community: Bossyroc.com Marshall Street Bar and Grill: marshallstreetbarandgrill.com Salena's Mexican Restaurant: salenas.com Union Tavern Seabreeze: uniontavernseabreeze.com The Market at I Square Chapters: 0:00 Unlocking Opportunities with the Third Door Approach 2:35 Crafting a Speaking Career Beyond Expensive Programs 5:17 Embracing Expertise and Overcoming Gender Biases in Business 9:08 Balancing Social Life and Downtime in Rare Free Moments 9:44 Defining Roles and Embracing Vulnerability in Entrepreneurship 13:05 Effective Strategies for Booking and Being a Speaker 14:58 Mastering Difficult Conversations in Business and Life 17:26 Balancing Investment and Personal Resources in Business 20:31 Balancing Emotion and Practicality in Business Decisions 21:43 The Power of Community in Entrepreneurship 23:43 Empowerment Through Bossy Meetings and Must-Read Books 25:23 Defining Creativity Through Passion and Innovative Problem-Solving 26:23 Embracing Bravery Over Fearlessness in Business 27:37 Innovations in Non-Alcoholic Beverages and Entrepreneurial Expansions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices