episode 0004- i want to be an entrepeneur but don’t have my big idea yet with shahira marei

Shahira Marei always wanted to be an entrepreneur. She had a killer job at a killer company, but deep down she knew she wanted more out of life. One day, after she became pregnant with her daughter, she made the decision to risk it all and go after her entrepreneurial dreams. But one problem: she didn't have a business idea.

How did she come up with The Dirty Cookie? And how did she start with nothing, end up appearing on Shark Tank, and ultimately create a thriving business? Tune in to find out!

Show Highlights:
1- The initial idea for The Dirty Cookie came from nothing, as Shahira opened a storefront with nothing in it. (9:25)
2- How did the product / prototype / first sale come about? (14:15)
3- The Dirty Cookie goes international! (19:30)
4- What were some of the challenges of figuring out entrepreneurship? (25:30)
5- How did you make molds for the prototype / who did you contact? (32:30)
6- Shahira dives into the details of her Shark Tank experience. (37:20)
7- Listener question: If you could go back, knowing what you know now, what would you have done differently? (42:00)
8- What is the most practical piece of advice you received in your Forbes 30 Under 30 group? (45:00)
9- Where can I learn more about Shahira and The Dirty Cookie? (48:00)

Watch Shahira’s Shark Tank appearance!

Books Mentioned:
Who Not How by Dan Sullivan

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