EP4: Doug Spencer, Co-Founder & CEO of Bold Xchange | "Flexibility and Adaptability"

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Doug Spencer, CEO of Bold Xchange, shares his journey from law school to entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of being open to new opportunities and making bold decisions. He emphasizes the need for flexibility and adaptability in business and the importance of providing value to customers. Doug also highlights the mission of Bold Xchange to support small businesses, particularly those owned by underrepresented groups. He encourages listeners to share Bold Xchange and help uplift small businesses. Doug's links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-spencer-59279a76/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/bold-xchange/posts/?feedView=all, http://boldxchange.com/ Keywords: entrepreneurship, law school, small business, flexibility, adaptability, underrepresented groups Takeaways:

• Be open to new opportunities and willing to make bold decisions
• Flexibility and adaptability are crucial in business
• Provide value to customers and be willing to pivot when necessary
• Support small businesses, especially those owned by underrepresented groups

Sound Bites

• "Be quick, but don't hurry."
• "How do we make an opportunity for the little guy?"
• "Share Bold Xchange. Help us live out our mission."

Chapters: 00:00: Introduction and Background 03:01: Decision to Leave Law School 06:49: Making Bold Decisions and Pursuing Entrepreneurship 11:05: Moving to St. Louis and Starting Bold Xchange 27:26: Pivoting and Adapting in Business 34:38: Call to Action: Share Bold Exchange