Colleen West hustled her way from a tiny condo and a fax machine to a multi-million dollar exit. In this raw, inspiring episode, she shares how heartbreak fueled her business empire, why she refused to play by corporate rules, and the bold moves that doubled her revenue during COVID. If you've ever felt stuck, this story will make you rethink what’s possible.
Chapters:
2:34 Colleen’s Journey as a Single Mother
5:05 Turning a Job Into a Real Business Opportunity
7:10 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
9:00 The Hard Realities of Growing a Business
12:24 How Networking Became Her Growth Engine
14:10 Moving Into Their First Dedicated Office Space
16:36 Overcoming Barriers in the Medical Field
20:10 Choosing Employees Over Easy Business Wins
23:01 Getting Approached for Acquisition Before COVID
25:52 How Revenue Doubled During the Pandemic
29:01 How Court Reporters Adapted to Remote Work
30:43 Why Trusted Advisors Are Essential
34:06 Navigating Due Diligence With Confidence
36:23 Stepping Into a Completely New Life
38:19 Caring for Her Mother Through Illness
40:50 Turning Dreams Into Reality Through Intention
