S3E29: Built with Grit: The Hustle and Heart of Building a Business and a Family
Sun Dec 21 2025
In this episode, Raul speaks with Alyssa, an entrepreneur and community leader, about the grit required to build a business and a family. They discuss Alyssa's journey from working in local government to starting her own marketing agency, the importance of family as a motivator, the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, and the need to embrace imperfection in the entrepreneurial journey. Alyssa shares her insights on resilience, success, and the importance of taking action without waiting for perfection.
Takeaways
-Grit means continuing to do something through adversity.
-Family is a primary motivator for building a business.
-Success is not just about financial gain, but also happiness.
-Don't be afraid to fail; it can lead to new opportunities.
-You can choose your clients and work with those who align with your values.
-Time spent with family is invaluable and irreplaceable.
-Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges in the corporate world.
-The best revenge against discrimination is to succeed.
-Embrace imperfection and take action towards your goals.
-Building a business is a journey that requires resilience and adaptability.
Follow Alyssa Smith-Cornelius on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssacornelius13/
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In this episode, Raul speaks with Alyssa, an entrepreneur and community leader, about the grit required to build a business and a family. They discuss Alyssa's journey from working in local government to starting her own marketing agency, the importance of family as a motivator, the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, and the need to embrace imperfection in the entrepreneurial journey. Alyssa shares her insights on resilience, success, and the importance of taking action without waiting for perfection. Takeaways -Grit means continuing to do something through adversity. -Family is a primary motivator for building a business. -Success is not just about financial gain, but also happiness. -Don't be afraid to fail; it can lead to new opportunities. -You can choose your clients and work with those who align with your values. -Time spent with family is invaluable and irreplaceable. -Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges in the corporate world. -The best revenge against discrimination is to succeed. -Embrace imperfection and take action towards your goals. -Building a business is a journey that requires resilience and adaptability. Follow Alyssa Smith-Cornelius on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssacornelius13/