In this episode Abby McPherson, a coach and content media strategist, shares her journey of launching and growing her media strategy company in Abu Dhabi. She discusses the impact of moving out of the United States and the opportunities she has found in the UAE. Abby emphasizes the importance of not operating from a place of desperation and charging according to what you're worth. She also talks about staying true to your morals and values when making business decisions and the importance of financial stability. Abby highlights the networking opportunities and the diverse community in Abu Dhabi that have contributed to her success. Abby discusses the importance of valuing your own skills and being intentional about the narrative you create around your work. She emphasizes the need to focus on the digital media strategist side of her business rather than being pigeonholed as just a photographer or videographer. Abby also shares her journey of discovering the value of her skills through community validation and the importance of learning how to run a business. She encourages listeners to take risks, explore different countries, and have lived experiences to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their goals.
TAKEAWAYS
-Don't operate from a place of desperation and reevaluate your position if you have to compromise your values for money.
-Charge according to what you're worth and consider your personal and business finances to avoid compromising your values.
-Build a strong network and take advantage of networking opportunities to open doors and create opportunities.
-Stay true to your morals and values when making business decisions and don't be afraid to say no to opportunities that don't align with them.
-Focus on financial stability and create a financial cushion to avoid making desperate decisions for money. Be intentional about the narrative you create around your work and the value you bring.
-Validate your skills through community and seek opportunities to showcase your abilities.
-Learn how to run your business and understand its financial aspects.
-Take risks and explore different countries to gain new perspectives and experiences.
-Don't spend too much time and money on validation without building and growing your business.
-Take longer vacations to truly relax and immerse yourself in a new environment.
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