The Happy Entrepreneur

In this engaging conversation, Amanda Baker, a story coach and founder of the Tell Five Stories methodology, helps creators reconnect with their authentic selves. She explores the delicate balance between being true to oneself and market visibility, emphasizing authenticity as a practice rather than a strategy. Amanda shares her journey of overcoming social media burnout and the importance of storytelling grounded in clarity and connection. With insights on escaping algorithm-driven pressures, this dialogue champions joy-driven creativity and the significance of choosing to show up as your true self.

What if we reframed failure as a step toward clarity rather than away from success?In this episode, Laurence and Carlos sit down with Anne-Laure le Cunff, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and author of the book Tiny Experiments, to explore why failure isn’t failure – it’s feedback.Anne-Laure’s work is all about curiosity-driven learning; turning doubt into discovery through small, low-risk experiments. Her approach aligns deeply with how we support entrepreneurs, coaches, and creatives inside our Vision 20/20 group coaching program:Curiosity leads to clarity. What fascinates you is often pointing you toward the work you’re meant to do.Small experiments create momentum. You don’t need a master plan—just a first step.Failure is data, not a dead end. When you stop seeing failure as personal, you start seeing opportunity.Exploration before exploitation ensures alignment. Before you "scale" an idea, make sure it truly fits you.Structure + flexibility = a sustainable, fulfilling business. The key is having just enough structure to guide you, but enough freedom to adapt.If you’re navigating a career transition, designing a business that truly fits, or just wrestling with the fear of getting it wrong, this conversation is for you.LinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Carlos, Laurence, and Lana present the fourth and final session in their Vision Tribe Summit from February 2025.This conversation will help youReframe sharing your voice on social media from self-promotion to a tool for personal clarity and connectionOvercome perfectionism, fear of adding to the noise, and imposter syndromeBuild authentic connections by asking questions, curating content that inspires you, and championing othersLinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Carlos, Laurence, and Lana present the third session in their Vision Tribe Summit from February 2025.This conversation will help youDevelop a healthier relationship with money by understanding your personal money stories and how they affect your current attitudesCreate multiple income streams through a product pyramid approach rather than solely relying on selling your timePrice your services based on value rather than hourly rates, allowing you to better communicate the transformation you provide to clientsLinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Carlos, Laurence, and Lana present the second session in their Vision Tribe Summit from February 2025.This discussion will help youShift from traditional marketing approaches that target everyone to creating deeper impact with those who truly resonate with your valuesDiscover why vulnerability in sharing your journey can be your greatest asset in building genuine community connectionsUnderstand how stories serve as "light for others to follow," providing guidance through shared experiences of challenges and transformationSee how the principle "People like us do things like this" creates powerful cultural bonds that transcend traditional marketing approachesGain practical frameworks for using stories not just to sell products but to mobilize action, inspire change, and create safe spaces for deeper workLearn the value of crafting "future stories" that invite co-creation and collaboration, even before your vision has fully materialisedLinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Carlos, Laurence, and Lana present the first session in their Vision Tribe Summit from February 2025.In this session they explore four key dimensions of success:Finding ways to earn while doing what you love rather than chasing wealth at the expense of fulfilmentPrioritising what genuinely energises you rather than constant multitasking driven by feelings of "not-enoughness"Surrounding yourself with people who energise you and share your valuesCreating ripple effects by simply being your authentic self rather than trying to change the world through effortLinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Chip Conley is the founder of the Modern Elder Academy and author of Learning to Love Midlife: How to Embrace What’s Next. In this discussion with Laurence and Carlos, he delves into the opportunities and challenges of navigating purpose and professional transitions during this pivotal stage of life.If you’re an experienced professional or seasoned entrepreneur who’s achieved financial success but lost your sense of purpose, this conversation is for you.Perhaps you’ve experienced “purpose drift”, or feel weighed down by the armour you’ve built to protect yourself but which no longer serves you.Chip offers profound insights from his work and personal journey, showing how midlife is not a crisis but an opportunityto curate the rest of your life with intention, joy, and freedom.LinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Lana Yelenyev, a speaker in the Happy Startup School community, shares insights on transforming fear into action. She highlights how understanding personal values can lead to meaningful entrepreneurial growth. The conversation delves into the neurobiology behind motivation, emphasizing community's role in overcoming emotional barriers when launching new ideas. Lana also discusses the 'fluffy launch' concept for building confidence and the ripple effect of personal commitments on community impact.

What if it’s punk to pause? To quote the Nap Bishop Tricia Hersey, that “rest is a form of resistance”?Caro Turlings and Jobbe Holtes are multi-talented creatives and Vision alumni with a deep love for music, dancing, and dressing up. They join Laurence and Carlos to exploreHow to forget DIY and embrace DIT (Do it Together)Stepping out and stepping upHow creativity, rest, and discovering the rebel within can help to fuel the change you want to create in the world.If you want to make a positive impact but think the only way through is to push until you burn out, this conversation will help you find a new way to make a difference more sustainably.LinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Carlos and Lana dive into the concept of creating Minimum Lovable Products: products that "thingify" your thoughts and turn your ideas into tangible, helpful solutions.These MLPs help you connect with the people you want to serve, promote your mission, and build momentum for your idea.Whether you're looking to iterate your big vision or start marketing your idea, this episode is about creating connections and value.LinksJoin the conversation liveBecome a member of the Happy Startup SchoolJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort