How to succeed as a solo entrepreneur
Exhausted
by the entrepreneur rollercoaster? Buckle up and learn how to thrive.
In this episode of 'The Hustle with Justin Harrison,' the first of Season four, the focus is on solopreneurs and entrepreneurs, exploring personal finance and entrepreneurial challenges.
Justin Harrison talks with Jared, a budding entrepreneur from Johannesburg, about the realities of running a solo business.
They cover several important topics such as staying motivated during tough times, the loneliness of entrepreneurship, and how to handle financial struggles effectively.
If you’re looking for insights on navigating the ups and
downs of solo entrepreneurship, this is a must-listen. Press play above or below to listen.
Episode breakdown:
00:34 Dealing with the Challenges of Entrepreneurship
02:52 Overcoming Financial Struggles
07:27 Starting a Journey in Content Creation
11:00 The Importance of Mentorship
16:59 Launching an Online Brand
20:16 Closing Remarks
If you're going to start a business successfully, the first thing you need to do is be debt-free.
Meanwhile, starting a side hustle with big dreams of it becoming your main hustle can be overwhelming. Knowing where to start and where to invest your time and money are the two biggest challenges faced by most people starting out. In last week's episode, Justin tackled starting a side hustle with a logical approach to managing finances and growth.
“The best opportunity you can give yourself to succeed is to make sure that you don't overburden yourself with overheads before the business even gets started,” advises Justin.
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Meanwhile, knowing when to take on staff and expand your business can be overwhelming.
The additional responsibility can cause serious anxiety for the average entrepreneur. In a previous episode, Justin breaks down the thought process of when to hire staff and gives an alternative view on growing and expanding a business as a solo entrepreneur.
The Hustle with Justin Harrison won 'Best Finance Podcast' in the 2023 APVA Awards and was a finalist in the 2023 DSTv Content Creator Awards for 'Podcast of the Year.'
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More about Justin Harrison:
Justin Harrison is the author of eight personal finance books; he’s a serial entrepreneur, investor, wealth creator, popular TikToker and one of South Africa's thought leaders in the financial technology space. During his career, Justin’s been involved in launching over 100 businesses. He is a passionate South African who loves living in KwaZulu-Natal. Justin is a father of three and an avid sportsman who believes deeply that South Africa is one of the best countries in the world.
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