Grit, Grace, and Goal-Setting: Redefining Success on Your Terms with Sarah Kinlin

In this episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura sits down with Sarah Kinlin to talk about making the leap from a corporate career to entrepreneurship. They dive into the mindset shifts required for success, the challenges of balancing motherhood with business goals, and how grit and grace play a role in creating a fulfilling career. Sarah shares her coaching philosophy, the power of affirmations, and why defining success on your own terms is key to building a business that truly aligns with your values.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to navigate the transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship
• Why mindset is a game-changer for business success
• The importance of setting goals that align with how you want to feel
• How to balance perseverance and self-compassion in business
• Why success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about how you feel
• The role of affirmations in building confidence and self-belief
• What to expect in your first year of business
• How mothers can lead by example for their children
• The importance of financial stability when making the leap to entrepreneurship
• Why love and support matter most when juggling business and family

In this episode you will hear:

[00:00] Introduction to Mindset and Leadership Coaching

[02:01] Making the Transition: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship

[04:11] The Challenges of Leaving a Long-Term Career

[07:53] Balancing Family and Business Goals

[10:31] What the First Year of Business Really Looks Like

[13:32] Why Mindset is Critical for Success

[16:04] Finding Balance Between Grit and Grace

[19:50] The Power of Setting Intentional Goals

[22:11] Redefining Success: It’s More Than Just a Number

[25:09] Affirmations and Building Self-Belief

[28:22] Advice for Moms Taking the Leap into Entrepreneurship

Sarah's Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pearlperformanceinc/

Website: sarahkinlin.com

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