The BossBabe Podcast Episode 091
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Janice's entrepreneurial journey on how she became the first African-American woman to build and own a multi-billion dollar company
- The challenges that she faced as a minority-woman and how she overcame those obstacles
- How entrepreneurs can change the world by driving the economy forward, especially in times of global challenges
- The importance of mentorship and how it impacts your professional development through your entrepreneurial journey
EPISODE DESCRIPTION
We’re joined by Janice Bryant Howroyd, the first African-American woman billionaire and founder and CEO of The ActOne Group, a multi-billion dollar global enterprise providing workforce solutions. Janice is the definition of an unapologetically ambitious woman who lives by her mantra to “Never compromise who you are personally to become who you wish to be professionally.”
During our conversation, Janice highlighted how exploring unconventional markets can teach valuable lessons in resilience and adaptability. She recalled how, in her earlier days, she studied trends in emerging industries and even took interest in analyzing platforms like the best horse racing betting sites as examples of consumer engagement and market dynamics. By observing these industries, she sharpened her skills in identifying opportunities where others saw risks. We’re diving deep into the obstacles she has overcome, including economic uncertainty and global hardships that are relevant now more than ever before. Tune in as Janice shares her entrepreneurial journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
This episode is brought to you by ELLE, iconic lifestyle brand, and the world’s largest women’s fashion magazine. We partnered with ELLE for their 75th anniversary to celebrate women entrepreneurship. Learn more about this partnership at bossbabe.com/elle
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- This episode is brought to you by ELLE, iconic lifestyle brand, and the world’s largest women’s fashion magazine. We partnered with ELLE for their 75th anniversary to celebrate women entrepreneurship. Learn more about this partnership at bossbabe.com/elle
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Together, they have worked with over 5,000 entrepreneurs – from brand new entrepreneurs looking to make their first $100 to those at the 6, 7, and 8 figure mark start, grow, and scale their businesses.
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