The Journey to Entrepreneurship with Susan McGinty

Summary

In this episode, Rebecca interviews Susan McGinty, an entrepreneur and leadership coach. Susan shares her journey from a career in science and research to her transition into entrepreneurship.

She discusses the need for more women in leadership roles, particularly in STEM fields, and how she started a leadership program for women in STEM.

Susan also talks about the challenges and rewards of transitioning to full-time entrepreneurship and the importance of community and mentoring in her journey. She emphasizes the value of celebrating achievements and setting goals, as well as the power of diversity in a community.

Takeaways

• Transitioning from a traditional career to entrepreneurship requires careful planning and financial preparation.
• Community and mentoring are essential for learning and growth as an entrepreneur.
• Setting goals and celebrating achievements, no matter how small, is important for motivation and progress.
• Diversity in a community brings fresh perspectives and opportunities for learning.

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Connect with Susan:

• Website: https://ayaleadership.com/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanmcginty-ayaleadership/ 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:07 Transition to Leadership and Coaching
03:06 The Need for More Women in Leadership Roles
04:46 Starting a Leadership Program for Women in STEM
08:28 Transitioning to Full-Time Entrepreneurship
09:38 The Importance of Community and Mentoring
13:27 Utilizing a Community of Like-Minded People
16:23 Celebrating Achievements and Setting Goals
19:11 The Value of Diversity in a Community
20:51 Conclusion and Resources