Innovation and Ambition: Navigating Entrepreneurship in 2023 | MDIDS2E38

In this episode, I explore the emotional roller coaster of entrepreneurship with my guests, my daughter Katerina Finck and her partner (hopefully one day future son-in-law) Chris Merriman.Entrepreneurship can feel like a wild ride, especially in the early years when you're still finding your footing. This is where trusting yourself and the process, regardless of what naysayers might tell you comes into play — along with the need to adapt to a changing entrepreneurial landscape.Persistence, self-belief, and adaptability are crucial for success in the entrepreneurial world, are these the keys in yours?Key Highlights:Take Action (6:22)Communication Is One Of The Most Important Aspects Of Business (11:33)The Importance Of Having Someone Next To You (17:27)Start With The Future And Work Your Way Back (20:47)Learn How To Regulate Your Emotions (26:50)Adapt To Different Generations (31:35)Take Control Of Your Emotions & Follow Through (37:58)<br/>About The Guests:Katerina Finck is a 23 year old social media content creator and marketing specialist. She went to the Fashion Institute of Technology for Advertising Marketing Communication. She has always had a passion for helping companies grow and is now building a brand for herself to help others in their business ventures. She is also the host of a new podcast called, "NYC Meets Bama". Their mission is to provide listeners with the motivation to make a change in their life, and take an action based off of the information they heard during the podcast. They are interviewing a different entrepreneur every episode to expose the knowledge and experience they have. Katerina is excited for this new chapter in her life as this is her first year as an entrepreneur. She is excited to share her story with all of you.  Chris Merriman, a real estate investor based in Huntsville, AL, possesses a keen eye for identifying opportunities within the realm of distressed properties. With an innovative approach, he orchestrates unconventional strategies to forge deals that align both with property owners' needs and his own objectives. Displaying a proactive spirit, Chris frequently embarks on journeys to diverse events, fostering connections with exceptional individuals across various spheres. As he paves his path, Chris Merriman remains fast in his pursuit of expansion, poised to amplify his presence within the market in the times ahead. About the Host:Paul Finck is The Maverick Millionaire™. Paul brings to the table a vast array of knowledge and skill sets from 36+ years of sales, marketing and entrepreneurial life experience. He has consulted in numerous industries, including the Medical, Dental, Financial, Retail, Informational Marketing, Direct Sales, Multi-Level Marketing and Speakers/Coaches/Trainers. He is a former mortgage broker, real estate agent and investor. Starting with a desire to be great, Paul learned from several of the biggest names out there and Dared to be Different – he dared to be a Maverick. His successes include moving multi-millions of dollars in Real Estate, and over $20 million in informational products. With his primary focus on multiple streams of income, he has built up several businesses in Informational Marketing, Network Marketing, Real Estate Investing and now speaks and coaches internationally, teaching others how they can create this success in their own lives while Doing It Different – The Maverick Way.Paul is well known for his success and his awesome family, and has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, CNN Live, The Jane Pauley Show, The Montel Williams Show, local Channel 8 and Channel 11 News, Parents Magazine, and most local newspapers in his home state of Connecticut.Connect with Paul