On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Alli Webb ON: How to Embrace Imposter Syndrome & Ways to Take Small Steps Towards Big Success

10 Nov 2023

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For some, success is elusive while for others, it’s years of hard work and dedication. But how can one truly and effectively achieve success? How can we be as successful as the leaders we look up to? Today, in the On Purpose podcast, Jay sits down with New York Times Bestselling Author, Alli Webb. After spending 15 years as a professional hairstylist, in 2010, she pioneered the Drybar concept, a chain of hair salons known for blowout services that quickly expanded nationwide. Jay and Alli go in depth about what the journey was behind creating a business to eventually selling the company for $225 million! Alli’s remarkable journey has landed her on the cover of Inc. Magazine, Fast Company's "100 Most Creative People in Business" list, Fortune magazine's "40 Under 40," and more. Alli and Jay explored the messy truth about starting something new– whether it’s a business or a relationship. They also talked about the importance of intuition and paying attention to red flags in entrepreneurship and the role of passion and love for what you do. You will also learn about how Alli balances her personal and professional life and the difficulty of navigating and ending a marriage. Remember that sometimes, we won’t always have the ‘perfect ending’ in our stories, and that’s okay. In this interview, you'll learn: The messy truths of entrepreneurship The importance of acknowledging imposter syndrome and using it as a source of motivation and growth The challenges and risks associated with starting and running a business How to take feedback as a gift How to cope with life changes and challenges Remember that the most beautiful masterpieces are often created from the messiest of beginnings. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:50 Success Is Messy 03:55 The Truth About Starting A Business 05:55 Anyone Can Be An Entrepreneur 07:40 ‘I never thought I would be successful’ 10:30 From Hobby To Business 13:20 DON’T Think About The Money 14:26 The 2 Secrets To Success 15:56 Being Right Or Being Delusional? 20:05 How To Find Your Passion 22:04 Finding The Right Business Partners 25:31 Making Your Idea Work 27:21 Dealing With Potential Failure 29:22 Feeling Like An Imposter 33:00 The One Piece Of Advice For Success 37:00 How To Accept Criticism 40:50 Can You Be Successful AND Happy? 45:10 Finding Love During Chaos 48:25 Navigating Challenges In A Relationship 51:15 How To Balance Your Life 54:01 Finding Closure Within Yourself 57:30 How To Cope With Uncertainty 1:00:29 Hardest Part Of Divorce 1:04:58 What Do You Need To Change About Yourself? 1:07:33 Dealing With Trauma 1:11:41 Alli’s Best Advice 1:19:00 Alli On Final Five Episode Resources: Alli Webb | Website Alli Webb | Instagram Alli Webb | TikTok Alli Webb | BookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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