157 - Let's Talk: Fireside Chat with the SheEOs in My Life (Part 1)

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In this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura sits down with three long-time colleagues and friends from very different industries to talk candidly about what entrepreneurship actually looks like over decades, not highlight reels.

Together, they unpack the misconceptions people have about their businesses, the pivotal career moments that changed their trajectories, and the real trade-offs behind growth, scaling, and balance. The conversation moves beyond hustle culture and into lived experience, touching on leadership, team building, motherhood, resilience, mentorship, and the power of community.

This episode is an honest, unscripted look at what it takes to build something lasting, and why success often looks quieter, messier, and more intentional than people expect.

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Laura Thornton is the  principle designer of Thornton Design Inc, located in Kleinburg, ON.  Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. Thornton Design is an experienced team of creative talents, focused on curating beautiful residential and commercial spaces in the Toronto, Ontario area and beyond. Now sharing all the years of experience with other interior designers to create a world of collaboration and less competition. 

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