What Drives Birmingham's Entrepreneurs? Resilience? Fear of Failure? This episode explores the core topic of the entrepreneurial mindset and journey by delving into the question of resilience. Panelists share their personal motivations for staying resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks, revealing that a "fear of failure" often drives their efforts, whether it's not wanting to let down family or a deep commitment to future generations. The discussion highlights the internal struggle of Birmingham's business leaders and the powerful forces that compel them to persevere.

Welcome to "Think Global Act Local," where your hosts, Courtney Woods of PC Media Techs and Jennifer Carlson of Real and Rosemary and Caveat Coffee, lead an engaging conversation with Birmingham's entrepreneurial community. In this episode, introduced by Dr. Patrick, we explore the Entrepreneurial Mindset and Journey with our esteemed panelists: Christina Rya (Founder of CLR Advising), Jeremy Duckworth (Founder of CARA Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance), and Candace Canterbury (Director of Business Development for Montgomery Entities).

The discussion delves into how these local leaders maintain resilience, with panelists sharing that the "fear of failure" and a sense of responsibility to future generations drive them. They discuss critical mindset shifts in leadership, moving from a self-reliant approach ("if it's going to be, it's up to me") to trusting and empowering a team ("it's up to our team"), and the importance of leading with emotional intelligence. The panel then explores the Birmingham business community, discussing its strengths (organizations like Mogul Mission, Urban Impact, and leaders like Dr. Patrick Murphy) and what's missing, highlighting the need for better communication and collaboration across different age and industry groups. Finally, they provide essential advice for new entrepreneurs, emphasizing humility, staying organized, and the importance of seeking mentorship.