Episode 28: Defining Success - How To Know What It Looks Like for YOU

In this episode of the Friends in Business Podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh guides you through the realms of entrepreneurship, success, and personal development. As Ben and Jemimah explore the concept of success beyond financial metrics, they reflect on their individual journeys, emphasising the significance of personal goals and the importance of fostering a supportive team. For Ben, success in his 40s is defined by working smarter rather than harder. With a disciplined approach and a strong work ethic, he highlights the value of strategic planning and teamwork in achieving success. Jemimah, in contrast, views success as the autonomy to be her own boss and the ability to create opportunities for others. She discusses the importance of a balanced team, allowing for both professional success and personal fulfilment.

Key Takeaways: 

• Explore how success can be defined through personal fulfillment and growth, not just financial achievements.
• Jemimah and Ben share their entrepreneurial journeys, detailing the successes and challenges they’ve encountered.
• Learn how building a robust team can enhance productivity and contribute to a more balanced work-life dynamic.
• Understand the importance of setting clear goals, creating strategic plans, and executing them effectively to achieve success.
• Gain insights into cultivating personal growth alongside professional success, with practical advice from experienced entrepreneurs.

Time Stamps: 

0:00 Intro

1:05 Jemimah Recent Entrepreneurial Adventure

4:15 Success and the Drivers for Success

5:15 Studying Your 20’s, Learning in your 30’s, Making Money in Your 40’s

9:58 Jemimah’s Driver for Success No. 1

15:53 Being Your Own Boss When You Are Not Owning Your Business

16:48 Jemimah’s Driver for Success No. 2

20:30 Framework to Driving Success

25:14 Outro

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