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26Feb

EP#54 – Building a Community of Entrepreneurs - Bianca Carlino’s Journey

By Claire Wescombe | Blog, Podcast, Real Talk With Outperformers, The Outperformer, Brad Eisenhuth, Networking, networking events, business owners | 26 Feb 2024 |
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On this week’s episode of Real Talk With Outperformers, Brad welcomes Bianca Carlino. Bianca is a two-time entrepreneur, founder of Glow and Gifts and Social Spark Events. Bianca and Brad talk all about building a community of entrepreneurs, passion, motivation and why traditional networking events might not always work for a lot of small business owners.


Bianca’s Journey to Entrepreneurship

Bianca's journey from a high school dropout to a successful entrepreneur is a testament to the power of trusting the process and embracing fear. Throughout her chats with Brad, Bianca shares insights into her mindset and approach to life that have enabled her to achieve her goals and make a positive impact on those around her.

Bianca had some previous experiences with networking events as a new entrepreneur with her first business, Glow and Gifts – but these experiences were less than perfect. She felt they were all very corporate-y and sales, and she didn’t fit in with her bubbly spirit!

From this, she saw a gap in the market of networking events – a different kind of networking experience that was more inclusive and engaging for solopreneurs. At Social Spark Events, the focus is not on pitching products or services, but on building meaningful relationships and providing support to fellow small business owners. The events feature guest speakers who share their knowledge and experiences, creating an engaging and enriching environment for attendees.


The role of Passion in Success

Bianca's passion for her work shines through as she discusses her motivation for staying in the seat and doing all the things she does. She mentions that she only wants to do fun things and that if she's not enjoying it, there's no point. This passion is evident in the way she talks about her various business ventures, from running events to creating personalized gifts to studying criminology and law.

Bianca's passion for her work is partly what drives her success. She mentions that she genuinely loves all the things she does and that they don't feel like work to her. This passion allows her to stay motivated and focused, even when juggling multiple responsibilities. She sees the fun things as challenging and exciting, rather than burdensome, and she finds joy in being able to unlock different parts of herself through her various pursuits.


Empowerment through entrepreneurship and support

Brad and Bianca talk about how entrepreneurship has long been associated with empowerment and personal growth. Bianca's own journey from corporate redundancy to founding her own business, Glow and Gifts, is a prime example of how entrepreneurship can be a vehicle for empowerment and self-discovery. Through her experience, Bianca realized that she wanted to do something more impactful than just being a number in a company. She wanted to make a difference and have a positive impact on people's lives. One of the key aspects of empowerment through entrepreneurship is the ability to take control of one's own destiny


Say yes and figure it out later

Bianca's story of "Say yes and figure it out" is a powerful lesson in embracing uncertainty and taking risks in order to achieve success. This mantra encourages individuals to step out of their comfort zones, say yes to opportunities, and trust that they have the capability to figure things out along the way.

This advice of "Say yes and figure it out" resonates with Bianca on a personal level, as it reflects her willingness to take on new challenges and learn from her experiences. By embracing the unknown and being open to growth and learning, Bianca is able to continuously evolve and adapt in her entrepreneurial journey.


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