#14. From Federal Agent to Entrepreneur

Positive Traction Podcast with Coach Henry

Episode #14: Get ready for a riveting conversation with Taylur, the 9 to 5 Entrepreneur, whose multifaceted career as a federal agent, real estate investor, business owner, and founder of the nonprofit Wealth Roots will leave you inspired. We reminisce about our serendipitous meeting at a boxing gym seven years ago before diving into Taylur's remarkable journey from one of the few black women to graduate from the Mississippi Highway Patrol to safeguarding the vice president as a Secret Service agent. Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of seizing opportunities, accentuated by the pivotal advice of a state trooper that altered her career path. Taylur opens up about the transformative moments and personal challenges that led her to entrepreneurship. The unexpected death of her grandfather thrust her into managing his estate and reevaluating the high cost of living in Los Angeles, spurring her to leave a stable federal job for the unpredictable yet rewarding world of business. She candidly shares her ventures into real estate and franchising, underscoring the importance of adaptability and support systems, especially as she navigated the pandemic's impact on her gym business. We delve into Taylur's unique ability to balance a demanding federal career while cultivating her entrepreneurial dreams. Her story is not just about professional achievements; it's about mastering life's challenges, leveraging mentorship, and continuous learning. From handling the financial strains of a government shutdown to bouncing back from the closure of her gym, Taylur's experience illustrates that life may not get easier, but we certainly get better and wiser with each challenge. Tune in for practical advice on how to master your day job while pursuing new skills and ventures, and discover the resilience required to thrive on multiple career paths.

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:28) Positive Attraction With Coach Henry (04:51 - 05:40) Entrepreneurship and State Trooper Experiences (15:58 - 18:00) Embracing Life's Blessings and Gray Areas (28:30 - 29:39) Entrepreneurship Journey in Mid-20s (38:26 - 39:38) Financial Challenges During Government Shutdown (44:52 - 46:02) Personal Growth and Success Through Self-Care (53:19 - 54:20) Life Gets Better, We Get Wiser

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