Episode 15. Building a Thriving Business While Working a 9:5

Apr 14

INTRODUCING: NICOLE NIEVES

Nicole is an innovative marketing and branding strategist with a passion for empowering others to own their vibe, market their brand, and impact the world. With over 15 years of experience in small business leadership, sales coaching, and creative strategy, she leads with authenticity and ends with results. Nicole’s a basketball mom to 3 growing boys, is married to her high school sweetheart and is fueled by prayer + coffee.

IN THIS EPISODE SHE’S SHARING:

[0:00-13:04] Nicole’s journey in entrepreneurship
[13:04-16:40] What daily life looks like when building a business and holding down a 9:5
[16:40-21:45] Mindset and commitment to building your dream business on the side
[21:45-23:30] When and why she disclosed her side hustle to her 9:5
[24:30-27:00] The Brand Vibe’s mission
[27:00-29:00] How The Brand Vibe got its name
[29:00-35:30] The three things you should do when starting a side business
[35:30-39:45] What should entrepreneurs think about when infusing their brand into a product launch, service launch or announcement
[39:45-40:10] “I had colors, logos, but I didn’t have substance”
[40:10-44:40] How entrepreneurs can establish themselves as an expert
[44:40-46:43] Why you should build a community immediately
[46:43-48:05] Her final advice for entrepreneurs building a thriving business on the side
[48:05-49:22] Where she hangs out online and how you can get in contact with her