From Scientist to Storyteller: A Press Pause Story with Laura Lampa
With Laura Lampa
In this episode of Time to Press Pause, host Ellen Williams, CEO of The Salient Strategist, speaks with Laura Lampa, owner and CEO of LML StoryLab Consulting. Laura shares her incredible journey from a career in science to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Laura reveals how a layoff became her pivotal "press pause" moment, forcing her to trust herself, embrace uncertainty, and launch her own business. This conversation is for anyone who has considered leaving a secure career to build something on their own terms. In this episode, you'll discover: How a layoff can be a catalyst for a life-changing career pivot. The courage it takes to leave the safety of a secure job for entrepreneurship. Why stress feels different when it's tied to passion and purpose. The importance of listening to your inner voices of doubt, as they often point to your true passions. The pleasure of working for clients who believe in you and your vision. More from Laura Lampa: Website: https://lmlstorylab.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralampa/ More from Ellen Williams: Website: https://thesalientstrategist.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellenwilliamsny/ Contact: ellen@thesalientstrategist.com
- ·Turning a layoff into a new beginning
- ·The transition from employee to entrepreneur
- ·Why purpose changes how stress feels
- ·Overcoming fear and uncertainty
- ·Building something that reflects your true passions
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