Episode
Confidence with Sara Blakely
25:30
Published: Tue Apr 27 2021
Description
Confidence is this thing we all need… this thing we all want. Some seem to find it easier than others. Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx, found it and it worked. This is… A Bit of Optimism.YouTube: http://youtube.com/simonsinekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinekLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinekInstagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinekTwitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinekPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/officialsimonsinek
Chapters
Sarah Blakely, founder of Spanx, learned how to build her self-confidence which helped her build a billion-dollar company without debt or investors.
00:00 - 01:28 (01:28)
Summary
Sarah Blakely, founder of Spanx, learned how to build her self-confidence which helped her build a billion-dollar company without debt or investors. Confidence is a powerful tool that can be learned and developed over time.
EpisodeConfidence with Sara Blakely
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The lack of education around learning how to think critically pushed one entrepreneur to seek out resources to help him navigate the challenges of being a business owner.
01:28 - 07:38 (06:09)
Summary
The lack of education around learning how to think critically pushed one entrepreneur to seek out resources to help him navigate the challenges of being a business owner.
EpisodeConfidence with Sara Blakely
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The fear of being perceived as uncredible or losing expertise can cause companies to struggle with demonstrating authenticity, even if it would improve customer connection.
07:38 - 12:24 (04:46)
Summary
The fear of being perceived as uncredible or losing expertise can cause companies to struggle with demonstrating authenticity, even if it would improve customer connection. On the other hand, prioritizing deep connections with others, whether customers or friends, is key for some individuals, even if it affects marital decisions.
EpisodeConfidence with Sara Blakely
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker shares their experience of selling fax machines door to door for seven years and how it taught them valuable lessons about sales.
12:24 - 16:17 (03:53)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of selling fax machines door to door for seven years and how it taught them valuable lessons about sales.
EpisodeConfidence with Sara Blakely
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The founder of Spanx and self-made billionaire Sara Blakely reveals her personal journey from selling fax machines to creating a billion-dollar company by pivoting her life and never giving up, all while being driven by her mission to empower women.
16:18 - 20:22 (04:04)
Summary
The founder of Spanx and self-made billionaire Sara Blakely reveals her personal journey from selling fax machines to creating a billion-dollar company by pivoting her life and never giving up, all while being driven by her mission to empower women.
EpisodeConfidence with Sara Blakely
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker expresses gratitude towards the women who paved the way for other women in the military and the workforce, acknowledging the challenges they faced in having to act like men to be accepted.
20:22 - 24:32 (04:09)
Summary
The speaker expresses gratitude towards the women who paved the way for other women in the military and the workforce, acknowledging the challenges they faced in having to act like men to be accepted. She believes that being a vulnerable and imperfect female role model can inspire young girls to see themselves in her.
EpisodeConfidence with Sara Blakely
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Sarah Robb O'Hagan, CEO of Flywheel Sports, discusses her new children's book, "Extreme You" and her mission to inspire young girls to dream big and become their best selves.
24:32 - 25:10 (00:37)
Summary
Sarah Robb O'Hagan, CEO of Flywheel Sports, discusses her new children's book, "Extreme You" and her mission to inspire young girls to dream big and become their best selves.