#45 From Teacher to Successful CEO: Navigating Anxiety and Self-Doubt in Entrepreneurship with Marra McDonald

In this episode of our podcast, host Jillian Fernandez sits down with Marra McDonald, a successful entrepreneur and coach who has built two six-figure businesses in just one year. Marra shares her insights on transitioning from being a teacher to becoming a successful CEO and some of the biggest lessons she learned along the way.

As a business mentor, Marra provides advice to those who are hesitant to start a business due to anxiety or self-doubt. She also shares some of the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to grow and scale their businesses. Marra speaks candidly about her personal experience living with anxiety-HSP and how she manages it while running a business. She also shares strategies for effectively managing time and avoiding burnout.

As a mentor, Marra believes in being both supportive and honest with her clients, even when they may not want to hear the truth. She emphasizes the importance of community and collaboration in entrepreneurship and shares how she fosters this within her own business.

If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on how to overcome anxiety and self-doubt while building a successful business, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Marra's insights and expertise on navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

You can find Marra here:

Freebie: Blueprint To 10K Months My proven framework that helps you grow to consistent 10k months! https://marra-mcdonald.mykajabi.com/pl/2147640312 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marra.mcdonald/ 

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/ambitiousandabundant 

Website: https://marra-mcdonald.mykajabi.com 

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