by Joan Jakel | 15 Aug 2025 | Entrepreneurship
Learning how to follow your intuition in business often means embracing the pivots, lessons, and the messy middle that lead to real growth. Let me share an example from a day in the life of an entrepreneur. And no, you don’t have to be an entrepreneur to relate to... Read more
by Joan Jakel | 15 Jul 2025 | Entrepreneurship
I recently sat down with a client I’ve known since 2009. We first worked together when he was just starting out, a new entrepreneur diving headfirst into the restaurant industry with zero experience, a big vision, and a lot of determination. Over the years, I helped... Read more
by Joan Jakel | 23 Apr 2025 | Entrepreneurship
The most important entrepreneurial lessons don’t come from books. They’re earned through real, front line experience. When I recently stood in front of a room of future entrepreneurs at a collegiate DECA chapter meeting, I didn’t bring a slide deck or a five-step plan... Read more
by Joan Jakel | 10 Apr 2025 | Entrepreneurship
Learning how to price your services can be one of the most emotionally charged decisions you’ll face as a service provider. It’s not just about choosing a number, it’s about understanding your value, standing in your worth, and having the confidence to communicate it.... Read more
