Ep. 147 Terri Brinston

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04/20/25 • 51 min

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ You Don’t Need It All Figured Out to Start
Terri didn’t set out to be a founder—she saw a gap and filled it. That leap sparked My School Nurse.

2️⃣ Personal Branding Isn’t Optional
Terri avoided being the face of her company—until she realized no one could tell her story better.

3️⃣ Rejection Isn’t Personal (Even If It Feels Like It)
“No” used to knock Terri down for months. Now, she keeps moving and doesn’t tie her worth to it.

Timestamps
01:25 Terri's Journey Begins
04:35 Inspiration Behind My School Nurse
09:50 The Importance of School Nursing
12:36 Challenges in the Education System
17:06 Aha Moments in Nursing
18:25 Starting a Business: The Reality
25:08 Getting Comfortable with Uncomfortability
26:19 Building Community Through Shared Experiences
28:16 Resilience and Personal Growth
30:08 Navigating Rejection and Acceptance
32:14 The Importance of Respect and Fit in Business
34:15 Vision for the Future of Education
37:07 Gratitude and Reflection on the Journey
39:13 Lessons Learned from Adversity
42:11 Looking Ahead: Blessings and Opportunities

🔗 Connect with Terri

Website: https://terribrinston.com/about/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-brinston/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terri.brinston
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Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ You Don’t Need It All Figured Out to Start
Terri didn’t set out to be a founder—she saw a gap and filled it. That leap sparked My School Nurse.

2️⃣ Personal Branding Isn’t Optional
Terri avoided being the face of her company—until she realized no one could tell her story better.

3️⃣ Rejection Isn’t Personal (Even If It Feels Like It)
“No” used to knock Terri down for months. Now, she keeps moving and doesn’t tie her worth to it.

🔗 Connect with Terri

Website: https://terribrinston.com/about/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-brinston/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terri.brinston
X: https://x.com/NurturingWellGF

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Ep. 146 Erika Giuggio

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ Know your worth.
Undervaluing your services invites burnout and micromanagement.

2️⃣ Hire slow, fire fast.
Clear expectations and quick decisions protect your business.

3️⃣ Routines = resilience.
Erika’s biohacking habits help her stay focused and avoid burnout.

Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to Hello Chaos
01:14 Erica's Entrepreneurial Journey Begins
06:00 Lessons from Starting a Marketing Agency
12:54 The Rewards and Challenges of Entrepreneurship
18:19 Navigating the Chaos of Business
21:04 Finding Balance in Entrepreneurship
22:40 Biohacking for Productivity
30:47 Celebrating Milestones and Future Goals

🔗 Learn more

Website: https://www.schooleymitchell.com/office/aegiuggio/about/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikagiuggio/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theerikagiuggio/

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Ep. 148 Dr. Nekita Sullivan

Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Fear is part of the deal
Nekita didn’t wait to feel confident—she moved anyway. That’s how real growth happens.

2️⃣ You don’t learn business by reading books
You learn it when you're your own admin, accountant, and janitor. Nekita’s journey proves you figure it out as you go.

3️⃣ If you’re not putting your health on the calendar, it won’t happen
She calls it the “Dirty 30”—just 30 minutes a day. Sleep, move, breathe. Your business depends on it. 💥

Timestamps
01:30 The Journey to Entrepreneurship
06:01 Facing Fears and Overcoming Challenges
10:33 The Impact of COVID-19 on Business
15:15 Finding Purpose and Recognition
19:48 Resilience and Self-Discovery
23:35 Navigating Challenges as a Black Woman Entrepreneur
26:43 Navigating Business Fit and Energy Investment
27:50 Pivoting in Business: Lessons from COVID
28:54 Corporate Wellness and Online Services
30:41 Creating a Comprehensive Online Resource
32:12 The Importance of Teamwork in Entrepreneurship
33:51 Inspiration Beyond Self: The Entrepreneurial Journey
35:58 Diverse Voices in Entrepreneurship
38:48 The Roller Coaster of Entrepreneurship
41:30 Learning and Unlearning in Business
43:48 Embracing Fear and Risk in Entrepreneurship
46:36 Redefining Success in Business
48:39 Wellness Habits for Entrepreneurs