The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving 392: USA Champion Gymnast turned entrepreneur & VC, Lisa Carmen Wang — Overcoming Good Girl Brainwashing
Oct 25, 2023
Lisa Carmen Wang, former USA Champion Gymnast turned entrepreneur and VC, discusses her journey from gymnastics to entrepreneurship. She shares insights on discipline, setting big goals, and trusting oneself. Lisa also talks about her transition from Wall Street to startups, creating a community for female entrepreneurs, and overcoming 'good girl behaviors'. She emphasizes the importance of self-responsibility and replacing behaviors that hold you back.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Journey of an Athlete: Discipline, Goals, and Success
01:51 • 19min
Unconventional Path from Literature to Wall Street
21:12 • 2min
Living in China, Transitioning to Startups, and Creating a Community for Female Entrepreneurs
23:00 • 4min
Evolution of the New York startup community and overcoming 'good girl behaviors'
27:13 • 3min
Replacing Behaviors and Taking Self-Responsibility
29:56 • 17min
Where to Find Lisa Carmen Wang and Special Offers for Listeners
47:25 • 2min