{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68bb929ba4a9a4d945ad7b3f/68f2cd3b59323046ca5412a6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From Single Mum to CEO","description":"<p>In this powerful solo episode, <strong>Mini Latif — founder of My Julie —</strong> opens up about her deeply personal story of <strong>motherhood, entrepreneurship, and resilience</strong>. From the emotional moment she discovered her pregnancy to the creation of <strong>My Julie</strong>, Mini reflects on the challenges of navigating life as a single mother and the courage it took to transition from a <strong>corporate career</strong> into building a purpose-driven community for women. She shares how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped her business, strengthened her vision, and inspired her to create a space where women feel seen, supported, and connected. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that through <strong>vulnerability, strength, and connection</strong>, women can rebuild, redefine, and rise.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h4>Key Takeaways</h4><ul><li>Mini Latif’s journey began with a personal story of pregnancy and family.</li><li><strong>My Julie</strong> was born from a desire to build community, connection, and belonging.</li><li>In-person connection is vital, especially during times of isolation.</li><li>Women experience unique challenges across different life stages.</li><li>Motherhood profoundly shaped Mini’s purpose and business vision.</li><li><strong>Resilience</strong> is essential in navigating change and uncertainty.</li><li>Transitioning from a <strong>corporate career</strong> to entrepreneurship takes courage.</li><li><strong>Empowering women</strong> is at the heart of the My Julie mission.</li><li>The COVID-19 pandemic forced reflection and evolution in business identity.</li><li>Embracing the unknown opens the door to growth and transformation.</li></ul><h2><br></h2><h4>Chapters</h4><p>00:00 – The Journey Begins: A Personal Story</p><p>03:06 – The Birth of Skylar and Julie</p><p>05:56 – Creating My Julie: A Business with Heart</p><p>09:00 – The Impact of COVID-19 on Community and Connection</p><p>12:07 – Navigating Life’s Transitions: Motherhood and Identity</p><p>15:00 – Building a Space for Women: Empowerment and Resilience</p><p>18:02 – From Corporate to Entrepreneur: A Career Evolution</p><p>20:50 – Overcoming Challenges: The Reality of Business Ownership</p><p>23:58 – Embracing the Unknown: The Future of My Julie</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2><br></h2><p>#MiniLatif #MyJulie #WomenEmpowerment #PersonalStory</p><p>#FemaleFounder #BusinessJourney #ResilientWomen #EntrepreneurLife</p><p>#MotherhoodJourney #WomenSupportingWomen #CommunityConnection #SingleMumLife</p><p>#PersonalGrowth #PurposeDrivenBusiness #CorporateToEntrepreneur #EmpoweredLiving</p>","author_name":"Mini Latif"}