Ep. 121 If you could sit down with the version of yourself who was just starting out in business, what would you say? 💭 In this reflective episode, host Merchon Hargrave gets real about the five things she wishes she had known as an early-stage entrepreneur — lessons that could save you time, energy, and a whole lot of stress.
Whether you’re just starting out or pivoting toward your next level, this episode will inspire you to rethink how you work, rest, and rise.
🎯 You’ll Learn:
Why systems are the foundation of sustainable growth
How to price your services with confidence (even when it feels uncomfortable)
The power of imperfection and progress over perfection
How to protect your energy and set healthy boundaries
Why community is your greatest business asset
✨ “If your first iteration of anything is perfect, you started way too late.” — Merchon Hargrave
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
Merchon Hargrave’s Substack: Cozy CEO Chronicles
Masters of Scale by Reid Hoffman
Brené Brown on creativity and vulnerability
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro: A Letter to My Former Entrepreneur Self2:13 Build Systems Sooner, Not Later4:25 Charge What You’re Worth from Day One6:57 Embrace Imperfection and Take Action Anyway9:18 Protect Your Energy Like It’s a Business Asset13:50 You Can Go Fast Alone, But Further Together17:56 Closing Thoughts: Small Steps, Big Dreams
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