In this episode, Emily Frisella, an entrepreneur, author, and business coach, recounts her journey of starting a business at 20, facing a financial crisis, and learning key lessons in financial management and leadership, culminating in her success through resilience and dedication. Listen in as Marcus and Emily discuss guerrilla marketing, financial comebacks, and determination in turning dire situations into successful ventures. Episode Highlights: 01:49 Family Influence and Entrepreneurial Spirit: Emily's Backstory 02:41 The Realities of Entrepreneurship: Hard Work Beyond the Glamour 15:43 The Power of Direct Communication and Shared Goals 26:30 Creating a Culture of Success and Empowerment 32:37 The Misconceptions of Entrepreneurship 33:55 Taking Action: The Key to Success 35:08 Leadership Insights: Breaking Gender Stereotypes 38:03 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Emily Frisella is a mission-driven entrepreneur who started building businesses at 20. She’s the founder of the Women in Business Workshop, CEO of The Paper & Plan Co., and COO of 44Seven Media and Arete Syndicate. Emily has authored two best-selling cookbooks and a business book, "Relationships First: People, Passion, & Profits." Starting work at 14, she saved to buy her first home at 19 and opened a luxury boutique at 20. After selling her business, she relocated to St. Louis, founding The Paper & Plan Co. Emily's mission is to empower women to reach their potential through practical business skills and personal development. You can learn about Emily here: https://emilyfrisella.com/ Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.