Lessons Learned in Caregiving and Entrepreneurship with Sam Vander Wielen

My guest today is multi-seven-figure attorney-turned-entrepreneur, Sam Vander Wielen, but trust me when I say we're diving into much more than just her impressive career accolades. I had the pleasure of chatting with Sam about her personal experience with caregiving for her parents, which opened up a discussion about the many different responsibilities we balance in our lives. We explored the challenges of putting others' needs before our own and the rewarding and fulfilling aspects of doing so.

Sam shared how she found her true calling in an unexpected way, and how she had to learn to do things herself before seeking out help. We also talked about the importance of creating evergreen offerings and the benefits they bring, as well as knowing oneself and finding your true identity outside of titles and careers.

But let me tell you a little bit about what Sam is typically known for. She's an attorney turned entrepreneur and legal educator, helping coaches and service providers legally protect and grow their online brands through her legal templates and signature programs, including the Ultimate Bundle. Sam hosts the podcast On Your Terms, where she shares valuable legal and business tips for online entrepreneurs.

Sam's down-to-earth personality and great energy make her a joy to talk to. I'm thrilled to have connected with her, and our conversation was much more than just her career achievements.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:55] What Sam typically is known for and how she got started in this field.

[5:30] Why you need to stop doing things you’re not good at and start doing things you are.

[10:50] Personal fulfillment from the business.

[16:35] How to find the balance between being a caregiver and finding time for yourself.

[19:45] Things you can do now to help set your child or another future caregiver up for success.

[25:00] How evergreen offerings can set you up for success.

[28:10] What to do when you think "I can't do this because _____."

[32:55] Getting clear on what you want and allowing yourself to be all of the different aspects of who you are.

[36:45] Holding space for others and expanding who you are.

[40:00] How to separate who you are as a businesswoman from who you are as a person.

[45:10] What to do if you’re ready to make a change.

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Check out the On Your Terms Podcast: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/podcast/

Learn more about Sam and purchase her templates: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/

Check out Sam's mindset coach: https://www.jenniferdiaz.com/

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