43: Q&A with Pamela Slim
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EPISODE 43: Pamela Slim wrote a pioneering book called Escape from Cubicle Nation back in 2009. The book was about how corporate employees can start businesses and work for themselves. In today’s episode, we chat about some of the burning questions you – the readers – have asked me over the years. Here’s what we talk about: How to decide what field to get into (or) How to answer the question, “What business should I start?” Should you start a business if you’re an introvert? How to combat the fear of failure with a practical risk mitigating strategy [especially for those with a low tolerance for risk]. Career security: 9-to-5 versus your own business. What is a personal brand and how to create one. On ‘failing spectacularly’ when you start a business. Why entrepreneurs should be like scientists. 3 key actions you can start taking today to start a business and work for yourself. And tons more…  
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