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My Favourite Failure: Balancing Parenthood and Entrepreneurship - Alyson Caffrey
Apr 18, 2024
Entrepreneur Alyson Caffrey shares her struggle balancing parenthood and business, answering emails after giving birth. She coped with stress using alcohol, realizing her business needed a major overhaul. She discusses navigating personal struggles and reinventing her business for success.
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- Balancing entrepreneurship and parenthood can create immense pressure, leading to the need for business restructuring.
- Revamping business strategies towards scalability and niche markets can create sustainable growth and employee-centric models.
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Struggles with Business after Becoming a Parent
Alison Caffrey, a founder of an operations agency, faced challenges balancing her business after becoming a parent unexpectedly. With her husband losing his income, she became the sole provider for their family, including benefits, causing immense pressure. Despite her expertise in operations, she struggled to plan for having a child and maintain her business, feeling overwhelmed by the sudden responsibilities.
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