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Leslie Fiorenzo: From Nervous Beginnings to Mastering Digital Entrepreneurship and Coaching

2024-09-13

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Guest Bio

Leslie Fiorenzo is a certified coach and professional public speaker with over three decades of experience in the corporate sector. She holds a master's degree in human resource development and specializes in leveraging referral marketing to drive business growth. Leslie is passionate about guiding newly minted coaches and entrepreneurs, helping them define success and foster supportive relationships in both their personal and professional lives.

Key Lessons From Episode

  • Consistency and daily practice are essential for personal and professional growth.
  • Define your own success and set goals that align with personal values and life priorities.
  • Turning your inner critic into an inner champion can enhance confidence and reduce anxiety.
  • The specificity of your 'ask' in networking can effectively help connect with potential clients or partners.
  • Virtual presence and effective communication are crucial in today's increasingly digital world.
  • Continual self-improvement and investment in oneself, such as participating in programs, can elevate business success.
  • Timestamps

    [00:00:01] Introduction – Phil Better kicks off the episode.

    [00:00:16] Leslie’s Journey – Leslie Fiorenzo’s background and path to becoming a digital entrepreneur.

    [00:01:20] Coaching Impact – Leslie’s role as a coach and her mission to guide others.

    [00:02:28] Overcoming Challenges – Leslie discusses her journey of transformation in entrepreneurship.

    [00:02:54] Starting Fresh – Leslie explains her decision to become an entrepreneur after corporate life.

    [00:03:53] Learning from Failure – Leslie’s first attempt at entrepreneurship and lessons learned.

    [00:05:14] Coaching Philosophy – The importance of having a coach as a guide.

    [00:06:21] Defining Success – How Leslie defines success on her own terms.

    [00:08:07] Agility in Business – The advantages of being a solopreneur.

    [00:12:21] Time Management – How Leslie balances her side hustle with her day job.

    [00:15:25] Investment in Growth – Importance of investing in oneself for career development.

    [00:16:26] Future of Virtual Business – Leslie's insights on the growth of virtual work environments.

    [00:19:09] Building Relationships – The significance of relationships in personal and professional life.

    [00:21:20] Addressing Anxiety – Common challenges faced by clients and overcoming self-doubt.

    [00:22:46] Self-Talk – Transforming negative inner dialogue into positive reinforcement.

    [00:24:43] Leveraging Referral Marketing – Leslie shares strategies for effective referral marketing.

    [00:27:33] Service Mentality – The importance of serving others in business.

    [00:28:02] Advice to Young Leslie – What Leslie would tell her 10-year-old self.

    [00:28:30] Finding the Right Client – Leslie identifies her ideal client and how to connect with her.

    [00:29:49] Closing Remarks – Phil Better wraps up the episode.

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