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Made in the Mist
A Podcast by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Journey behind the stories from Niagara's most accomplished founders, leaders, and innovators.
Made in the Mist celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators, executives, investors, and changemakers shaping the future of Niagara and beyond. Through candid conversations and inspiring stories, listeners gain valuable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, business growth, community impact, and the realities of building successful organizations. Featuring notable guests such as John McCall MacBain (AutoTrader Canada), Tom Rankin (Rankin Construction), April Mullen (WANGO Films), and other influential leaders, Made in the Mist explores the ideas, experiences, and lessons that drive success across industries.
Produced by Vaylin Entertainment from inside the Niagara Falls Rankin Innovation Hub (NFRIH) and co-hosted by Dan Bordenave and Emma Eldon, the podcast shines a spotlight on the people and stories helping to transform Niagara into a thriving centre for innovation and entrepreneurship.
The Niagara Falls Rankin Innovation Hub is Niagara's leading entrepreneurship centre, having supported more than 500 companies through mentorship, funding readiness, educational programming, technology access, and business advisory services. Home to Niagara's #1 coworking space and the Elevate Technology Accelerator Program, NFRIH helps founders at every stage of growth. Whether you're just getting started or scaling your business, our programs, resources, and technologies are designed to meet entrepreneurs where they are and help them move forward with confidence.
Made in the Mist
Jessica Potts, Inspired Strategy Group
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Motivational speaker and author of the book "Best Day Ever", Jessica Potts, discusses the importance of identifying the customer's "pain-points", dealing with fears of leaving behind a steady paycheck and the importance of anchoring yourself in your values.
With expertise in human skills development including: leadership and communications; Jessica Potts helps people get on the same page and get things done - while having fun. Known for her energy, optimism and strong belief in pursuing the things you are most passionate about, Jessica’s life's work is summarized simply as “seeing you at your best”.
Time stamps
00:00 – 1:29 Intro
1:30 – 3:04 Jessica’s Professional Background
3:05 – 4:25 Jumping into entrepreneurship
4:26 – 5:50 How Jessica established trust early on
5:51 – 9:08 Finding your niche
9:09 – 10:49 Key components of “Best Day Ever” book
10:50 - 12:52 Stable paycheque vs taking the leap
12:53 – 14:10 Remarkable Women Entrepreneurs Summit
14:11 – 20:18 Who is “Best Day Ever” for?
20:18 – 23:03 Tip 1: Bring your ideas to market, Better Done than Perfect
23:04 – 26:40 When to start saying “No”
26:41 – 31:13 Having a Hobby vs Business
31:14 – 33:04 Tip #4 Have Support & Human Connection
33:05 – 33:33 Where to Find Jessica + Her Book
33:34 – 33:45 Where to Find Spark and Made in the Mist
33:46 – 35:19 Signing Off