195: Embracing Tenacity in Entrepreneurship, Taylor Abbett - The Entrepreneur Gene Series

"There's going to be times where people are going to doubt you and they might be envious of your success, but I think if you're tenacious and you believe in yourself, that'll get you a long way." - Taylor Abbett Host Laurie Barkman interviews Taylor Abbett, Co-Founder of JARVIS XR and President of Tailored Marketing Inc. They explore key aspects of entrepreneurial growth, specifically the importance of tenacity and decision-making in facing industry challenges. Taylor shares insights from his career in marketing, detailing the impact of AI on the industry and the shift towards project-based work. He also narrates his entrepreneurial journey, from his upbringing in Pittsburgh to founding his own company, providing valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The discussion also touches on balancing professional ambitions with personal interests, including future aspirations and hobbies.   Takeaways: Remind entrepreneurs that obstacles are part of the journey and staying tenacious will help them overcome hurdles. Adaptability is important. Be open to pivoting strategies when necessary while maintaining a commitment to the end goal. Encourage viewing failures as learning opportunities that contribute to growth and development. Highlight stories or examples where persistence has led to success, reinforcing the idea that persistence is crucial in entrepreneurship.   Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-abbett-7128ab1/  Website: https://tailoredmarketing.com/    📣 Write a Review: https://ratethispodcast.com/successionstories   This Show Is Sponsored by The Business Transition Sherpa® Get your business unstuck so you can grow, scale, and exit while enjoying the journey. ✨📖 Get your FREE digital copy of The Business Transition Handbook here: https://btsherpa.com/book   More Resources:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/ Website: https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/ Book: https://btsherpa.com/book Course: https://btsherpa.com/course Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessTransitionSherpa