Why All Entrepreneurs Are Contrarians w/ Codie Sanchez
Aug 30, 2023
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Codie Sanchez, contrarian thinker and entrepreneur, shares 6 tips for easier founders journey: contrarian thinking, dealing with loneliness, checking bank account, waking up at 5AM, efficient vs. effective days, no is a full sentence.
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Quick takeaways
Recognize when you are on the wrong path and make the necessary changes, even if it's scary.
Choose growth and personal goals over maintaining a large circle of friends, and focus on important tasks without fear.
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Lessons from Corporate America
Cody Sanchez shares lessons learned during her final days in corporate America. Despite having success and making money, she felt trapped and unhappy. Her CEO gave her an ultimatum to follow his way or leave. She chose to leave and started her own journey, eventually building a successful holding company. She encourages others to recognize when they are not on the right path and make the necessary changes, even if it's scary.
Building and Entrepreneurial Insights
Sanchez reflects on her experience building multiple companies and shares some non-PC advice. She emphasizes the importance of choosing growth and personal goals over maintaining a large circle of friends. She highlights the significance of paying attention to finances and waking up early as part of a successful routine. Sanchez also stresses the importance of setting boundaries and using the word 'no' when necessary. Finally, she discusses the value of focusing on important tasks and not being afraid to do the hard things.
Time, Consistency, and Focus
Sanchez discusses the importance of time, consistency, and focus in achieving success. She shares an anecdote about billionaire Jeffrey Kent, who emphasized these three elements as crucial to his own success. Sanchez encourages entrepreneurs to identify their strengths and find a market that values their skills. By committing to their goals and persevering longer than anyone else, she believes entrepreneurs can increase their chances of long-term success and create something significant.
Episode 35: Codie Sanchez (@Codie_Sanchez) stops by to drop off gems about business building. As someone who’s used to going against the grain, she proudly wears the title of “unemployable,” in that she was meant to be an entrepreneur. Codie walkthrough 6 tips to help make the founder’s journey easier.