2 minute read

LATOYA WILSON

LR Wilson is the Owner and Founder of LR Wilson Consulting LLC which specializes in personal and professional development She is an International Motivational Speaker and prides herself on assisting clients with becoming their best selves in every arena they show up

As a Keynote Speaker, she brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and confidence to every stage that will ignite a fire of confidence in all who are present

What inspired your start in entrepreneurship? What inspired me to start in entrepreneurship were the many women I encountered who had the same story I did and didn't think they had a voice as it relates to empowering themselves

What has been your biggest challenge/failure as an entrepreneur? And how do you deal with it?

My biggest challenge has been doing everything myself Marketing content connections applying for grants etc I deal with it one day at a time and I understand the vision was given to me not them I'm very particular about what goes out with my name on it because I'm my brand

How do you balance entrepreneurship and Motherhood without experiencing burnout while pursuing your passion?

Oh if I'm being totally transparent, which I always will, burnout does happen Any mother/entrepreneur that says differently is intriguing to me because I need to know the secret Anything you ' re passionate about you tend to go harder for each day There are late nights and early mornings when I work on my business Juggling the responsibilities of parenting is alot but also necessary A balance is essential so you don't have " as much" burnout and you know when you ' re tired so stop for that moment You have to listen to your body or best believe your body will speak louder and shut down to replenish I've experienced it and it's not fun

What advice do have for moms looking to get started In entrepreneurship?

The advice I would give is GO FOR IT! If you don't, you'll regret it There is no "right" time but there is a "perfect" time and things will flow effortlessly as you get started That's not to say there won't be bumps along the way, because there will be The beauty in going for it is the feeling of ownership of your craft and passion

What does being a Pretty Woman Who Hustles mean to you?

A Pretty Woman Who Hustles means to me someone who is Confident, Fearless, Resourceful, and a Go Getter!

What books do you recommend for moms navigating entrepreneurship?

Walking in My Purpose is a book that I'm a contributing author to and sell on my website If you want something that inspires, is transparent, and takes you on a journey to this entrepreneur life this is the one! I'm not just saying this because I'm part of the collaboration either I'm not that type of person and go with what's real The second one I would recommend is The Perfect Day to Boss Up by Rick Ross This one will keep you humble and successful!

Social Media Handles: Website: wwwlrwilsonnet https://wwwfacebookcom/LR-WilsonEmpowerment-Coach-104876641204588/ https://wwwlinkedincom/in/latoya-wilson12a78b1b3https://wwwlinkedincom/in/latoyawilson-12a78b1b3 https://wwwinstagramcom/lrwilson

This article is from: