Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business 970: Authenticity through SELF-EXPRESSION to achieve transformation in life & business w/ Taylor Mizuno-Moore
What happens when a professional musician transitions into the world of clinical counseling and organizational consulting? Meet Taylor Mizuno-Moore, the founder of Mizuno Consulting, whose multifaceted career is as intriguing as it is inspiring. Taylor shares her journey influenced by a multicultural upbringing and a deep passion for community, revealing how she balances multiple identities and passions. We talk about the challenges and triumphs she faced, and how her immigrant family background shaped her path toward helping individuals and organizations achieve sustainable change through a holistic approach.
Unlock the secrets to effective goal-setting within both therapy and organizational contexts with Taylor's expert insights. We explore practical steps for defining short-term and long-term goals, understanding client perspectives, and handling discomfort with curiosity. Taylor also delves into her innovative work integrating tattoos and tattoo culture into mental health practices, highlighting how these unique elements contribute to her approach. Emphasizing DEI and human-centered techniques, Taylor's approach to consulting is not only impactful but innovative and refreshing.
In the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship, Taylor emphasizes the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and continuous learning. We discuss how societal judgments and expectations can impact self-expression, and why nurturing team relationships and prioritizing colleague well-being are key to running a successful, empathetic business. Taylor's personal anecdotes about embracing failure and finding joy in her passions offer valuable lessons for anyone looking to balance personal interests with professional responsibilities. Don’t miss out on her tips for creating a supportive environment for growth and authenticity in both business and life.
ABOUT TAYLOR
Taylor Mizuno-Moore (she/they) is the owner of Mizuno Consulting. A queer, biracial (Japanese/American) licensed clinical professional counselor, organizational consultant, and musician, Taylor holds degrees from CSULB, UC Irvine, Northwestern, and USC. She completed a Clinical Research Fellowship at Yale University's Child Study Center. Taylor specializes in working with artists, the LGBTQIA+ community, and integrating tattoos with mental health. Her research focuses on implicit bias in organizational efficiency. A member of various professional associations, Taylor has presented at conferences and podcasts. Additionally, she's a professional musician with extensive experience in taiko drumming, having performed at prestigious venues worldwide.
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