Want to learn about myself and how we can work together to bring your business goals and lifestyle dreams to reality? You can book your mentoring session with me over at www.jessicakidner.com In this episode, I discuss essential questions before starting a business, particularly in the beauty industry. They emphasise the importance of understanding one's current situation, designing an ideal daily life, preparing for the business's realities, and developing a CEO mindset. I also cover the distinction between running a business and creating a hobby, as well as the significance of knowing financial goals and pricing strategies. Want to be a Podcast Insider? Join the Beauty CEO Club the weekly newsletter that shares all this and more. https://beautyceohq.myflodesk.com/podcastinsider Takeaways 🎤 Talent alone does not guarantee business success. 💣 Having more clients can lead to burnout without proper management. ⚡️ Identify what you dislike about your current situation to clarify your goals. 👏🏼 Success is a personal journey that requires self-awareness. 💰 Understand your pricing based on your unique business needs. 👯‍♀️ Develop a resilient mindset to navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Chapters 00:00 Five Honest Questions Before Starting a Business 04:19 Misconceptions About Business Success 07:58 Defining Your Ideal Lifestyle 09:57 Preparing for Business Realities 14:10 Developing a CEO Mindset 14:33 Book Your Mentoring Session Beauty Business, Nail business, entrepreneurship, beauty industry, mindset, success, planning, financial goals, self-development, work-life balance, business strategy