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“[Applying for an award] caused me to pause in my business and reflect on the wonderful things that I’ve been able to accomplish.”
Welcome back to Startups and Stilettos! In this minisode where your hosts Carlyn Bushman and Richelle Pena dive into tips and tricks for applying to this year’s Entreprenista 100 Awards. Having been both a judge and an applicant, Carlyn brings a unique perspective and tons of insider insights while Richelle brings motivational and thought-provoking advice. You'll learn all the benefits of winning awards and how to leverage them for personal branding and credibility in your industry.
What we talked about:
Carlyn describes what it was like when she applied [1:35]
What winning can do for your personal brand [5:13]
The power of “Just getting started” [7:11]
Put your best heel forward—because if you don’t apply, you can't win.
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Guests
Hosts
Richelle Pena
Richelle is a pharmacist with extensive management and corporate experience at Target Corporation, specializing in recruitment, acquisitions, leadership, and operations. She is the Co-Founder and Former Director of Corporate Development at American Pediatric Dental Group, which she exited for eight figures, and Co-Founder of HealthBiz Mastery, an online health business course for healthcare providers, and the HealthBiz Connect community. A recognized business expert and NBC contributor, she’s been featured on GMA, CNN, Pix 11, Good Day Washington, to name a few. Richelle is also the co-author of The Power Couple.
Carlyn Bushman
Carlyn Bushman is a seasoned business consultant, entrepreneur, and advocate for female founders. She founded POP Business Academy to empower women entrepreneurs with tools for building sustainable, profitable businesses. As CEO of Carlyn Bushman Consulting, she specializes in helping product- and service-based business owners navigate financials, marketing, and growth strategies. With extensive corporate experience, Carlyn, a mom in a blended family and lifelong learner, has been featured on Good Morning America and in Times Square. She's here to help you make money and stay in business.
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