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Helen Sampson: Turning Stress into a Superpower
In this episode of FoundHer, Helen Sampson, founder of Encouple®, shares her journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts, overcoming doubt, and the concept of Mesotrauma®. She discusses how stress can be reframed as a superpower and offers valuable advice for aspiring female entrepreneurs, highlighting the significance of authenticity, connection, and personal values in defining success. Takeaways: - Empowerment comes from sharing authentic journeys. - Mindset shifts can turn perceived disadvantages into advantages. - Mesotrauma® highlights the cumulative effects of daily stressors. - Building trust is essential for credibility in business. - Stress can be reframed as a superpower for growth. - Success is subjective and should align with personal values. - Networking and authenticity are key to building connections. - Overcoming doubt requires strong belief in one's vision. - Mistakes are part of the entrepreneurial journey; learn and adjust. - Self-care and managing stress are crucial for founders. Chapters: (00:00) Introduction(01:36) Mindset Shifts in Entrepreneurship(08:03) The Leap of Faith(11:19) Skills Transfer from Law to Entrepreneurship(16:03) Understanding Mesotrauma®(20:28) Applying Frameworks to Personal Journey(23:41) Resilience in the Face of Challenges(26:13) Reframing Stress as a Superpower(29:00) Defining Success on Your Own Terms(32:32) Navigating Bias as a Female Founder(34:36) Advice for Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs(45:40) Unexpected Joys of Entrepreneurship(49:33) Trusting the Process and Energy Attraction
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