In this episode, Grace dives into one of humanity's greatest superpowers: resilience. Inspired by Gary Burnison's book The Five Graces of Life and Leadership, Grace explores the meaning of Grace and how the R stands for Resilience.

She shares her own experiences from the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Grace takes us back to 2020, a pivotal year that saw her transition from a bartending job she’d held for years to pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams full-time. She reflects on how her pandemic experience – complete with overpriced $25 toilet paper, and a spontaneous business venture – became a life lesson in resilience.

She recounts the journey of launching G-Floats, a pool float brand she started with her bestie Greg, and what she learned when their dream didn’t go exactly as planned.

Beyond the laughs and lessons, Grace discusses how moments of failure build resilience and fuel future success. Drawing inspiration from Jamie Kern Lima’s story of founding It Cosmetics, Grace encourages listeners to embrace their fears, face challenges, and recognize that the strength needed to achieve their biggest dreams is already within them.

Here are some key takeaways:

• Grace breaks down resilience as more than just "bouncing back" — it’s about pushing forward, learning, and growing through every challenge.
• Sharing her journey from bartending to entrepreneurship, Grace highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic forced her to reimagine her future and take bold risks. It taught her that failure is a necessary step towards success and resilience.
• Inspired by Gary Burnison and Jamie Kern Lima, Grace emphasizes that failure is a stepping stone, not a setback, on the path to success. Our resilience playbook is unique to each individual and shaped by our experiences.
• Grace invites listeners to tap into their resilience and reflect on their own “scary dreams” waiting to be pursued.

Event Mentioned: Powerhouse Women's Conference, This event is for any woman looking to grow in her career, business, or life and who wants to connect with other like-minded women. Find more info here: https://member.powerhousewomen.co/pw2021

Speaker Mentioned: Jamie Kern Lima is an entrepreneur, champion of women, philanthropist, keynote speaker & founder of IT Cosmetics. Learn more about her here: https://jamiekernlima.com/

Give Yourself Grace is hosted by Grace Perry, a content creator and coach, and is designed to empower you to embrace your journey through every phase of life. The podcast offers entertainment, guidance, and practical tools for your personal transformation.

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