#15: Rising Above Circumstances: Discovering Your True Potential with guest Tony Kitchens

In this episode of the Self-Employed Success podcast, we were joined by Tony Kitchens, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 32 years of experience in the industry. Tony shared his insights on what it means to be an entrepreneur, the difference between a business owner and an entrepreneur, and the mindset and attitude required to succeed as an entrepreneur. Tony Kitchens began by discussing the roles that are most important to him - being a husband and father. He then went on to explain that his passion lies in being an entrepreneur, constantly looking for ways to make improvements and take a path that others haven't taken. For Tony, being an entrepreneur means having the drive to make a substantial change in people's lives. According to Tony, success comes in many different flavors, including success in life, relationships, health, and career or business. To achieve success, Tony emphasized the importance of having the right mindset and attitude. Tony pointed out that when you work for someone else, you are helping them fulfill their goals and dreams, whereas when you are an entrepreneur, you are working toward your own goals and dreams. While being an entrepreneur may require more time and less freedom than working for someone else, Tony believes that these are positive aspects because you have the opportunity to work as much as you want toward your goals. When faced with challenges, Tony suggests keeping your eye on your goals and dreams to make it easier to work through the difficulties. He also emphasized the importance of having a "first win" as an entrepreneur, which validates all the hard work and effort that has been put into the business. Takeaways: Being an entrepreneur means constantly looking for ways to make improvements and take a path that others haven't taken. To achieve success as an entrepreneur, having the right mindset and attitude is crucial. When faced with challenges, keeping your eye on your goals and dreams can make it easier to work through the difficulties. Having a "first win" as an entrepreneur is important because it validates all the hard work and effort that has been put into the business. Tony Kitchens' experience as an entrepreneur provides valuable insights for anyone looking to start their own business. His emphasis on having the right mindset and attitude is a reminder that success as an entrepreneur goes beyond simply having a good product or service. By keeping your eye on your goals and dreams and having a "first win," you can stay motivated and work through the challenges that come with entrepreneurship. Tony's email: info@tonyrkitchens.com Tony's website: https://www.tonyrkitchens.com/   Subscribe to my Newsletter HERE Starting a side hustle allows you to test your business idea before fully committing to it - it gives you an opportunity to see if there is a demand for your product or service and if it is something that you are truly passionate about. Don't forget to leave a review! Receive 2 months FREE of podcasting Service HERE Are you looking to start a Podcast apply my unique promo code to get up to 2 months of free podcasting service with Libsyn when you sign up for a new account. Get your show on Apple and Spotify. Get helpful audience-building stats and all the support you need to sound your best. They can even do videos. Bring your Podcast to life and have your voice heard here there and everywhere with Libsyn. Promo code: MCPOD Receive a Free 30-minute Consultation HERE Cost Effective Website Builder HERE Starting a business with very little capital is called bootstrapping. It can be done by utilizing existing resources, such as your home office, or by starting small and scaling up as you generate more revenue. I personally switched to Zyro to build my website. It is professional and perfect for my pocket. Zyro is perfect for self-employed individuals looking to position themselves online without breaking the bank. Check it out HERE. BigVu Sign up  https://desk.bigvu.tv?fpr=martine-cadet76 If you struggle with confidence on camera, this 3-part video series is for you. Access HERE