Step into the incredible story of Wendy Diamond, whose early entrepreneurial spirit set off a powerful movement in the world of women’s entrepreneurship.
This episode brings you Nikki Barua guiding an engaging conversation with Wendy Diamond, the innovative CEO and Founder of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization. Get ready to dive into Wendy’s journey as she shares the key moments and decisions that transformed her into a source of motivation and change for entrepreneurs everywhere.
Our special guest, celebrated for her creative and socially mindful approach to business, has truly made a difference. Come along as we explore the breadth of Wendy’s influence and the lasting impact of her efforts on women’s entrepreneurship across the globe.
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Highlights
The key moments in this episode are:
[00:00] Introduction
[00:30] Powerful Guest Quote
[01:43] Episode Summary
[02:24] Meet Wendy Diamond
[03:22] Early Entrepreneurial Spirit
[06:00] Discovering Purpose and Resilience
[09:45] Networking and Impactful Projects
[14:25] Pioneering the Pet Fashion Industry
[15:22] Wendy discusses when "my whole life fell apart”
[19:47] Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
[23:16] Overcoming Self-Doubt and Taking Control
[27:27] Building Authentic Relationships
[30:14] Building Relationships and Giving Back
[31:08] Attitude of Gratitude
[31:36] Lightning Round Questions -
Lightening Round Questions
Q: What book has greatly influenced you?
A: The encyclopedia.Q: What is your favorite inspiring quote or saying?
A: A diamond is a chunk of coal that did well under pressure.Q: What is one word or moniker you would use to describe yourself?
A: Always Supporting the Underdog.Q: What is one change you've implemented that made your life better?
A: Learning how to control my mind.Q: What power song would you want playing as you walk out onto a stage?
A: Bruce Springteen’s Born to Run -
Quotes
Everything we go through in life is a positive. Perseverance is key to success. Resilience is key to success.
Wendy Diamond
It's never about me. Everybody in the world has a talent in something. Everyone could teach everyone something or help everyone in something.
Wendy Diamond
We all have to spend more time on things that are going to make us a better person, and I think we have to really realize that we need to learn how to control our minds.
Wendy Diamond
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About
Internationally renowned social impact entrepreneur, impact investor, humanitarian, and best-selling author Wendy Diamond is CEO and founder of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization.
Wendy is an advisor/investor in social impact disruptive technologies and women-led businesses in health sciences, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and virtual reality. She has authored 10 widely celebrated books, garnered three Guinness World Records, and has appeared in media outlets including Oprah, NBC’s Today Show, The New York Times, and Forbes. She has also been a featured keynote speaker at the United Nations, Harvard University, and Davos.
About Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization.
WEDO was founded in 2013 by Wendy Diamond, an entrepreneur and humanitarian, with the aim of celebrating, supporting, and empowering women entrepreneurs worldwide. Wendy recognized the unique challenges faced by women in business and the need to promote gender equality in entrepreneurship, and thus WEDO became a catalyst for positive change. Inspired by a deep belief in the transformative power of women’s entrepreneurship, WEDO’s mission is to create opportunities, break down barriers, and uplift women in the entrepreneurial sphere.
Our movement was founded with a mission to bring awareness to girls living in poverty worldwide and empower women across the globe! By celebrating, supporting, and uplifting women entrepreneurs worldwide, we’re creating a more equitable world for women through the power of entrepreneurship.