From Counselor to Entrepreneur: A Journey of Resilience with Kristina Portella

Meet the incredible Kristina Portella, founder of Business Plans Made Easy! We explore her inspiring journey of transformation as she shares how life's unexpected twists can ignite a profound reassessment of our paths. Formerly a counselor in clinical mental health, Kristina found herself craving more flexibility and fulfillment, leading her to entrepreneurship. Now, she specializes in guiding professional women through the intricacies of developing actionable business plans that truly propel dreams to success.

But Kristina's story doesn't stop at business! We delve into her newfound role as a grandmother and the unique challenges of supporting a child with type one diabetes. Her resilience shines through as she discusses navigating fear and uncertainty while finding unexpected rewards in her entrepreneurial journey. From the boardroom to the kitchen table, Kristina's insights offer tangible takeaways for anyone seeking to chart their own course to fulfillment!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:00] Entrepreneurship, career change, and family support.

[3:00] Career changes, burnout, and family health issues.

[7:30] Managing diabetes and work life balance.

[12:10] Entrepreneurship, self-doubt, and support systems.

[18:15] Self-confidence, networking, and business strategy.

[23:20] Creating a business plan for a career transition.

[27:50] Business planning for moms with side hustles or small businesses.

[32:15] Balancing business and new grandma role.

[38:00] Entrepreneurship, business planning, and personal growth.

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To learn more about Kristina's services, check out her website: https://businessplansmadeeasy.com./

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