Social media brings people closer but sometimes, it also makes it easier for people to compare their lives with others. Comparison can be the cause of unhappiness, but if used positively, it can also be a source of inspiration. In this episode of the We Grow Together podcast, Laura discusses the pervasive issue of comparison, particularly in the context of social media. She shares her personal experiences with comparison, the impact of social media on mental health, and how to cultivate a positive environment for success. Laura emphasizes the importance of using comparison as a tool for inspiration rather than a source of stress, and she advocates for a balance between consuming content and creating one's own life. The episode concludes with practical tips for staying focused on personal goals and fostering creativity. How do you avoid the comparison trap? Let us know in the comments below! Topics Discussed // // The emotional impact of comparison // Social media’s effect on mental health // Curating your online environment // Using inspiration without falling into comparison // Creating space for focus and healing // Turning comparison into motivation Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction [03:04] Social media’s subconscious influence [05:22] Social media cleanse [11:38] How to use comparison positively [17:59] Staying focused on your own goals [19:11] Outro Resources Mentioned // Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition waitlist // https://lauradifrancesco.co/eta-landing-page VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Ariel Yu Associate Producer // Ariel Yu #comparisontrap #mentalhealth #socialmediawellness #mentalhealth #selfgrowth #boundaries #mindfulentrepreneur #inspirationvscomparison #socialmediacleansing #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

Should a decision be made based on rationality or intuition? How do you know if you are making the right decision? In this episode of the We Grow Together podcast, Laura DiFrancesco discusses the intricacies of decision-making in business and life. She emphasizes that there is no absolute right or wrong in decision-making, encouraging listeners to let go of the stress associated with finding the perfect answer. Laura explores the importance of understanding one's strengths and weaknesses, the role of intuition versus rationality. She also introduced human design as a way to better understand ourselves and our decision-making processes. Through personal experience, she shares the significance of data in making informed decisions while stressing how she treats this approach as a support for intuition. What tricks and tips do you use to help guide your decision-making process? Let us know in the comments below! Topics Discussed // // Understanding your decision-making strengths // Saving energy by simplifying daily choices // Balancing data with vision and values // Balancing speed with thoughtfulness // Recognizing decision fatigue // Why business plans aren't meant to be followed exactly // Learning from experience Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction [00:51] Framing Decision-Making [03:20] The Importance and Tools for Self-Knowledge [10:20] Rational vs. Instinctive Decision Making [13:53] Information Gathering [18:00] Business Plans vs. Real-Time Decisions [20:34] When to Trust Intuition Over Data [23:30] Learning to Improve Decision-Making [25:23] Practical Tools [26:57] Outro Resources Mentioned // Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition waitlist // https://lauradifrancesco.co/eta-landing-page Ep 77 The Truth About Flourish // https://open.spotify.com/episode/0VyKSBLifOLeW99FRPmcLx?si=BwNCF86eSLeNpAmxmuVYzw VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Ariel Yu Associate Producer // Ariel Yu #decisionmaking #intuition #businessmindset #emotionalintelligence #humanbehavior #selfawareness #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

Routines keep us grounded, but change helps us see if we’re still on the right path. What should you do when you sense friction and misalignment in your life? In this episode, Laura DiFrancesco discusses the importance of recognizing when a pivot is necessary and how to navigate significant changes. She emphasizes the value of making micro pivots to prepare for larger changes, taking personal responsibility for one's life, and finding inspiration and happiness even in challenging times. Laura encourages listeners to embrace small changes as a way to growth and fulfillment. What was your favorite part of the episode? Do you have any advice to share with listeners? Let us know in the comments! Topics Discussed // // The Power of Micro Pivots in Everyday Life // Emotional and Tactical Prep for Big Changes // Why People Avoid Change (and the Cost of That) // Misplacing Frustration: Relationships vs. Life Circumstances // How Small Shifts Can Build Confidence // Learning to Be Happy Even on Hard Days Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction [01:04] How to Know When a Pivot Is Necessary [02:21] Unlocking Micro Pivots [05:09] Blaming Others vs. Taking Ownership [08:41] Wild Ambition Ad [09:53] Finding Inspiration and happiness [13:25] Make Changes at Your Own Pace [15:24] Outro Resources Mentioned // Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition waitlist // https://lauradifrancesco.co/eta-landing-page VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Ariel Yu Associate Producer // Ariel Yu #pivotpoint #lifetransitions #personaldevelopment #selfawareness #selfreflection #relationshiptalk #mentalhealth #life #learning #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

Having confidence is much easier said than done. In this episode of We Grow Together, Laura DiFrancesco offers her advice on how to build confidence in work and personal life. Confidence is like a muscle; it takes time and effort to grow. Laura states that one of the best ways to do so is to focus on your confidence in low stake situations. This will then translate to other situations in your life where you feel a little more uncomfortable. It's important to not be discouraged by your “failures,” as they are just steps to becoming more knowledgeable about a skill or topic. Laura shares other mindset shifts, such as redirecting guilt and implementing positive self talk, and provides daily habits such as writing down wins and doing tasks outside of your comfort zone. Confidence is a skill like any other that takes time to grow, so have patience in yourself and keep with the forward momentum. Do you have any further advice? Let us know in the comments below! Topics Discussed // // Building Confidence in Low Stake Situations // Reframing Failure // Creating a Forward Momentum // Daily Habits to Grow Confidence Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction to We Grow Together [01:31] Importance of Self Belief [04:03] Building Confidence in Low Stake Situations [08:42] Reframing Failure [14:41] Wild Ambition Workshop [15:52] Redirecting Guilt [17:11] Daily Habits [20:58] Outro Resources Mentioned // Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Waitlist // https://lauradifrancesco.co/eta-landing-page VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Juliana Bernardo Associate Producer // Juliana Bernardo #buildingconfidence #confidenceiskey #selfbelief #buildingselfbelief #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

As someone who reads 75+ books a year and has written a few of her own, Laura DiFrancesco is well versed in the literary world. However, in today’s episode, Laura shares one of her favorite books, Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller, and the insight she has gained from it. She shares her favorite lessons from the book, including how to define your unique story, how to implement storytelling into marketing, and how to align your brand with your values. Laura emphasizes the importance of making your brand authentic, as well as being sympathetic to the viewer who is engaging with the brand. Laura has shared her learned wisdom from this book with the marketing teams of her businesses, and is happy to continue to share ways in which you can apply these lessons to your own brand. Have you read Building a StoryBrand? What was your favorite part? Let us know in the comments below! Topics Discussed // // Highlights of Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller // Importance of Storytelling // How to Define Your Brand’s Unique Story // How to Implement Storytelling into your Marketing Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction to We Grow Together [02:31] The Importance of Storytelling [05:31] Influence of Building a StoryBrand [07:20] Flourish Coworking Space [08:22] Defining Your Brand’s Unique Story [12:30] Implementing Storytelling into Marketing [14:44] Storytelling Versus Selling [15:51] Aligning Your Brand with Values [00:00] Outro Resources Mentioned // Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition waitlist // https://lauradifrancesco.co/eta-landing-page Building a StoryBrand by Donal Miller // (ask viva to send) VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Jules Bernardo Associate Producer // Jules Bernardo

Shifting from an employee to an entrepreneur is more than changing the nine-to-five work schedule. It requires surface-level habit changing and mindset transition. In this episode of the We Grow Together podcast, Laura DiFrancesco discusses a topic that is rarely talked about but critical for prospective entrepreneurs, which is the critical mindset shift required for transition from traditional employment to entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the freedom and responsibility that comes with being an entrepreneur, the necessity of self-discipline, and the need for accountability in business. Laura shares her personal experiences and strategies for navigating this transition, highlighting the importance of creating systems that foster success and the value of experimenting with different approaches to find what works best for individual lifestyles and business goals. Topics Discussed // // Redefining structure and work hours // Balancing freedom with responsibility // Designing your business around your lifestyle // Building systems for accountability and success // Making informed decisions // Strengthening risk tolerance and decision-making // Knowing your strengths Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction [01:27] Shifting from Structure to Flexibility [05:10] Think Creatively As An Entrepreneur [11:06] Flourish Ad [12:10] accountability and Responsibility [20:49] Wild Ambition Ad [22:00] Transition and Movement from Employee to Entrepreneur [34:46] Decision-Making and Risk Tolerance [38:22] Conclusion VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Ariel Yu Associate Producer // Ariel Yu #mindsetshift #entrepreneurmindset #worklifebalance #womenentrepreneurs #lifestylebusiness #accountability #leadership #businessgrowth #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

As a 5 time business owner, Laura DiFrancesco knows a thing or two about hiring. A well-planned onboarding procedure can help both the new hires and the company to succeed. In this episode, Laura discusses the critical role of people in business, emphasizing the importance of a supportive environment for team members. She shares insights on effective onboarding processes, the significance of clear communication, and the structured training protocols that help integrate new hires into the company culture. Laura also highlights the value of a thoughtful hiring process and the need for continuous development and support for employees to ensure long-term success. What do you think are the most important steps during onboarding? What goals do you want to achieve through the onboarding process? Let us know in the comments below! Topics Discussed // // Why People Are the Core of Any Business // Building a Supportive Work Environment // Structuring Internships Before Hiring // Onboarding Systems // Setting Clear Expectations // Progression and Training Protocols // Communication Tools // Info Security Tools // Company Culture Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction [00:26] Why People Are Important to Business [02:50] Internships as a Pipeline for Hiring [04:16] Creating a Supportive Work Environment [12:41] Training Protocols [13:35] Flourish ad [17:16] Onboarding Phases, platforms and Info Security [20:28] Team Integration and Culture [26:34] Wild Ambition ad [27:47] Customizing Onboarding by Role and Experience [33:07] Why Onboarding Week Matters [39:27] Closing Notes VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Ariel Yu Associate Producer // Ariel Yu #leadership #teamculture #onboarding #hiringprocess #internshipprogram #careerdevelopment #managementtips #businesssystems #femaleentrepreneur #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

Life is ever evolving, and sometimes you cannot fully predict the trajectory of a year. In this episode of We Grow Together, Laura Difrancesco emphasizes the value of quarterly reflections- moments where we can assess the past few months and reorient our intentions for the next few. These seasonal reflections allow us to look inward- to see what is working and what we want to change for the future. Laura provides tips for a productive reflection, both for personal life and business. She discusses the importance of being flexible with goals, prioritizing those that are pertinent at the time, and paying attention to the seasons. Setting goals at the beginning of the year creates a foundation for the future; however, engaging in seasonal reflections allows you to create relevant steps towards achieving these goals. What do you think about Laura’s intentions? Do you have any seasonal reflections that you want to share? Let us know in the comments below! Topics Discussed // // Business Versus Personal Reflection // Difference Between Goal Setting and Reflection // Setting Seasonal Intentions // Material Methods for Reflection // Prioritizing Goals for Different Seasons Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction to Business and Personal Seasonal Reflection [02:52] Tips for a Productive Reflection [05:18] Wild Ambition [06:30] Difference Between Goal Setting and Reflection [08:00] Material Methods for Reflection [09:53] Setting Seasonal Intentions [13:48] Prioritizing Goals for Different Seasons [17:03] Ethereal Farms [18:19] Reflection for Small Business Resources Mentioned // Annual Planning Episode with Shelley // https://youtu.be/hAqYEJO6Rbo?si=tjvDW_CXhj8Gs_T2 VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Jules Bernardo Associate Producer // Jules Bernardo #spring #summer #winter #fall #seasons #seasonalplanning #quarterlyplanning #quarterlyglowup #reflection #settingintentions #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

Flourish Coworking Space in Westchester, PA is a hub for community building and empowering female entrepreneurs. However, it does not exist today without a history of struggles. In today’s episode of We Grow Together, Laura DiFrancesco discusses the journey of opening and sustaining Flourish through a time of uncertainty. The business opened in March 2020, the beginning of the global Covid-19 pandemic. For a space that operates by people visiting in-person, Flourish was hit hard by the quarantine and the lingering fear that followed the shut-down. Despite the pandemic and Laura’s other personal obstacles, she still values the business to this day. Laura shares her love for Flourish, an idea that was conceived during her days in law school, and discusses what the future may hold for the business. It is important to support small businesses and a little can go a long way. What are some of your favorite small businesses and how do you show your support? Let us know in the comments below or on Laura’s latest Instagram post! Topics Discussed // // The Origins of Flourish // Impacts of Covid // Navigating Small Business Post-Covid // Sustaining the Business // The Future of Flourish Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction to We Grow Together [01:15] The Origins of Flourish [07:11] Impacts of Covid [10:49] Navigating Post Shut-Down [13:15] Sustaining the Business [15:30] Flourish Ad [16:36] Transitioning Your Mindset [18:22] Constant Struggles [20:04] The Future of Flourish [24:03] Outro Flourish Instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester/ Flourish West Chester // https://www.flourishcoworking.com/ VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. —————————————————————————— VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course book club // https://mailchi.mp/flourishcoworking.com/joinflourishbookclub amazon favorites // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livelvly connect on linkedin // https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradifrancesco/ SIGN UP for my daily inspirational texts!! https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco —————————————————————————— CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Jules Bernardo Associate Producer // Jules Bernardo #flourish #flourishcoworkingspace #smallbusiness #covid19 #impactsofcovid19 #femaleempowerment #coworkingspace #westchesterpa #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl

Stress is an everyday part of our life. Trying to get rid of stress is almost impossible. But managing stress, that is within our control! Welcome to the We Grow Together podcast! As the owner of over five businesses, Laura knows a thing or two about managing stress in her professional and personal life. She emphasizes the importance of developing strength and resilience to navigate life's challenges because avoiding stress is not the solution. Laura shares her personal experiences and insights on self-care, the significance of maintaining a balance between work and personal life, and practical tools for managing stress effectively. She encourages listeners to nourish themselves emotionally and physically, break the cycle of stress, and find joy during challenging times. Laura highlights the necessity of self-awareness and the importance of seeking help when needed. Ultimately, the goal is to empower the individuals to thrive despite life's inevitable ups and downs, because without downs, one cannot truly appreciate the good part of life. How do you manage stress? What are some of your best tips for managing stressful times? Let us know in the comments and share this episode with your loved ones! Topics Discussed // // Stress management // Methods and tools for Self-care // The necessity of work-life balance // Mental health // How to break the cycle of stress // Movement and nutrition // Building Resilience Episode Highlights // [00:00] Introduction [01:40] The Myth of Deprivation for Success [04:00] Personal Experience in Big Law [06:26] Survival Mode vs. Thriving Mode [12:45] Wild Ambition ad [13:59] Tools for Managing Stress [19:45] Personal Challenges & Finding Gratitude [22:33] Flourish ad [23:40] Dopamine Menu [27:50] The Importance of Movement & Nutrition [29:40] Key Takeaways and Closing Notes Resources Mentioned // Lifestyle Design Workbook // https://lauradifrancesco.co/wild-ambition-workbook Lifestyle Design Workshop // https://lauradifrancesco.co/wild-ambition-workshop VISIT THE MILL AT ETHEREAL FARMS TO ENJOY PENNSYLVANIA WINE COUNTRY // https://etherealfarms.co Please subscribe and like the video if you want more content like this! If you have any other Q's, drop them below. VISIT THE SHOP // https://lauradifrancesco.co/the-shop personal website // https://lauradifrancesco.co ethereal farms website // https://etherealfarms.co flourish website // https://flourishcoworking.com dean street law website // https://deanstreetlaw.com attend upcoming events // https://www.eventbrite.com/o/flourish-coworking-space-28115010011 personal instagram // http://www.instagram.com/lauramdifrancesco ethereal farms instagram // https://www.instagram.com/etherealfarms flourish instagram // https://www.instagram.com/flourishwestchester dean street law instagram // https://www.instagram.com/deanstreetlaw daily inspirational texts //https://my.community.com/lauradifrancesco podcast // https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-grow-together-podcast/id1509350488 60 days to launch your business course // https://flourish-coworking-space.teachable.com/p/60-days-to-launch-your-business-course CREDITS // Host // Laura DiFrancesco Executive Producer // Teagan Rowland Editor // Ariel Yu Associate Producer // Ariel Yu #stressmanagement #mentalhealth #worklifebalance #personalgrowth #healthyhabits #wellbeing #overcomingchallenges #innerstrength #emotionalwellness #holistichealth #lifebalance #mindsetmatters #selfcaretips #money #debt #studentloan #lawschool #funding #lawyer #personalfinance #womeninbusiness #attorney #corporateattorney #corporatelawyer #girlboss #createcultivate #bossbabe #womenownedbusiness #entrepreneur #creative #beautyqueen #farmgirl