I am well aware this may not be the most popular opinion. I am willing to go out on a limb for more reasons than one. Isn’t that entrepreneurship after all? I am an avid believer, reader, and creator co-creating a life and business I love. It isn’t always easy …
Read More »How do you get into the ‘zone’ when it comes to working? by Katrina Julia
This is such a timely question as I feel more and more in the flow with gratitude, ease, and grace all the time now! It is years in the making! It starts with my Sacred 7 morning + evening routines. It flows with 7 Steps to Success: Spiritual to Financial …
Read More »What figures from history inspire you? by Katrina Julia
There are countless people from history that inspire me. I would start with Jesus. The Bible, the Parables, the transformation in my own life in every way. I then go to the great inventors from Ford to Rockefeller to Napoleon Hill to everyone in between. I am deeply moved by …
Read More »Introvert or extrovert? How that helped or hindered you in running your outfit? by Katrina Julia
I learned I am an Ambivert – which is neither or BOTH! An Ambivert is highly introverted + needs down time after interacting with people online and in real life. People mistake us for extroverts because when we are on, are on. We light up when we are sharing our …
Read More »Are you a bootstrapper or did you seek seed-funding? Was that the right decision in retrospect? by Katrina Julia
I am a work in progress in both and evaluating all the time! I was in Corporate for years from 2000-2011, and ALWAYS had side hustles during that time. I became a full-time entrepreneur in 2011, and have to date boot-strapped. However, I am evaluating seed funding right now. Let’s …
Read More »Any YouTube content creators you recommend for Entrepreneurs? by Katrina Julia
YES! I LOVE YouTube and connecting with Creators! Def check out my channel for ideas PLUS I would love to highlight Marie Forleo, Jasmine Star, Vanessa Lau, Ed Mylett, Stephan Speaks, Aggie Lal, Hey Ashey Renne, Glo Atanmo to name a few I know and love!!!!
Read More »What’s more important? Talent, effort or luck? by Katrina Julia
I believe talent, effort, and luck are like a beautiful dance. I imagine the tango between two beautiful souls or a group hip hop class or an unfathomable ballet. I believe in being limitlessly open. Sometimes, I find myself creating and receiving opportunities that required all three. I reflect on …
Read More »What is one trend you expect to flourish in your industry and why? by Katrina Julia
The trend I expect to flourish in the Creator Economy is influencer management. Influencer Marketing is already a $11+ billion industry with influencers answering emails, negotiating deals, creating content, and managing cash flow. With a lack of strategy with a focus on stable and growing cash flow, and time pulled …
Read More »Can you debunk a common myth within your industry? by Katrina Julia
It’s hard to make money as a lifestyle entrepreneur or influencer. Facts: When you approach the business as a Creator to CEO, it isn’t. An example is building a brand with media, online courses, and B2B brand engagements. This includes 7+ income streams strategically. To build a business, pitching brands …
Read More »What makes you an expert in your industry? by Katrina Julia
I am an expert in my industry because of my education, experience, results, and references. At a glance: I have an MBA, CPA, and experience in 7+ industries in strategy, finance, marketing, and operations. I have worked with brands like NBC Apprentice, Airbnb, Victoria’s Secret, Top Accounting + Consulting Firms, …
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