In this episode, Andrea Lake reflects on her journey as an entrepreneur and her experiences on The Apprentice. She discusses the importance of dreaming big, overcoming self-doubt, and the skills that have contributed to her success in business. Andrea shares insights into her sales strategies, the challenges faced during her time on reality TV, and the dynamics of teamwork and leadership. Through her stories, she emphasizes the value of ambition and the lessons learned along the way.

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00:00 Introduction to the Journey

00:50 Dreaming Big: The Key to Success

02:48 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome

05:04 The Business Mindset: Strategies for Success

07:24 Creative Challenges on The Apprentice

11:11 Editing and Perception in Reality TV

12:01 Unexpected Rewards and Experiences

19:23 The Power of Collaboration and Team Dynamics

24:41 Designing Spaces: A Personal Touch

29:58 Winning Strategies and Team Discontent

32:17 Conclusion: Embracing Confidence and Growth

In this episode of Andrea Lake 101, Brian Berling, the Chief Operations Officer of StickerJunkie, shares his journey from the video gaming industry to leading operations at a startup. The conversation explores the importance of prioritizing people over profits, the flexibility of working in a startup, and the challenges of learning a new industry. Brian emphasizes the value of building a positive company culture, the vision for StickerJunkie's future, and the significance of fair employee compensation. The discussion also touches on the balance between passion and business acumen, the motivation behind tedious tasks, and the importance of communication skills in leadership.Want more Andrea Lake on the go? Listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... Or Watch this episode on YouTube ⁠/ @andrealake101 Follow Host, Andrea Lake on Instagram / andrealake101 And don’t forget to buy your stickers from ⁠https://stickerjunkie.com/⁠, use the promo code ANDREALAKE101 to save 10 % off!

00:00 Introduction to StickerJunkie and Brian Berling

02:33 Brian's Journey to StickerJunkie

04:43 The Importance of Company Culture

06:43 Operational Flexibility in a Startup

09:16 Learning the Sticker Industry

11:49 Building a Supportive Team Environment

14:00 The Ethos of Living Wages

15:17 The Financial Landscape of the Sticker Industry

17:31 The Value of Employee Empowerment

18:43 Reflections on Team Dynamics and Growth

19:22 Growth and Maturity in the Workplace

21:00 Creating a Positive Work Environment

22:23 Process Management vs. People Management

24:24 The Importance of Continuous Learning

27:02 Passion vs. Practicality in Career Choices

28:57 Finding Fulfillment in Tedious Tasks

31:45 Advice for Future Leaders

33:19 Communication Skills and Personal Growth

In this episode of Lake 101, Andrea Lake dives into the dynamic world of the sticker industry, sharing insights on government contracts, team dynamics, and the challenges of scaling a business. She reflects on personal growth and the importance of maintaining values in business, while also discussing creative marketing strategies and future plans for StickerJunkie.

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00:00 Introduction to Sticker Wars

02:12 Exploring Government Contracts

06:38 The Role of Small Business Advocates

11:00 Scaling the Business

19:42 Building a Strong Foundation for Growth

20:55 The Summit Experience: Networking and Fun

24:39 Memorial Day Reflections: A Personal Story

34:00 Turning Points: Business Growth and Gratitude

36:32 Trading Insights: Compounding Returns and Future Plans