Fearless Entrepreneurs
Join host Cindy Chang as she explores the inspiring stories of Canada's boldest business owners. Each episode dives into the stories of the person behind the businesses, exploring their motivations, challenges, and successes. Discover how these entrepreneurs leaned into fear and turned ideas into thriving businesses. Perfect for entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs, or anyone who loves inspiring Canadian-focused stories, this podcast gets to the heart of who they are and what drives them.
Fearless Entrepreneurs
Anastasia Fusillo: Turning Trauma into Triumph
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#02: In this episode, host Cindy Chang interviews Anastasia Fusillo, founder of Busy Mama Co, a blogger and Instagram creator of a family adventures bible for parents in Ontario. Anastasia shares her journey from battling agoraphobia to turning her blog into a thriving business during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses her book, 'Ripped, Rippled, and Repaired,' which explores her struggles with childhood trauma and mental health. Anastasia provides valuable insights on leveraging social media for business, coping with anxiety, and the importance of facing fears for herself and as a parent. This episode offers personal anecdotes, practical advice, and inspiring moments for entrepreneurs and moms alike.
Follow Anastasia on IG: @BusyMamaCo, Linktree to events and her Blog.
Social Media Build Your Own Business Guide can be found here.
Her Book: Ripped, Rippled and Repaired is available on Amazon.
Look out for a Book Giveaway on Fearless Entrepreneur IG to kick off the podcast launch!
CHAPTERS:
00:57 Meet Anastasia: Blogger, Influencer, and Author
02:22 The Start of Busy Mama Co.
03:14 Navigating Agoraphobia and Motherhood
04:39 Turning a Passion into a Business
06:22 Social Media Strategies for Business Growth
07:21 Personal Struggles and Triumphs
10:44 Future Plans for Busy Mama Co.
15:24 Dealing with Childhood Trauma and Agoraphobia
29:51 Reflecting on Childhood Anxiety
31:11 Parenting with Anxiety
36:00 Understanding OCD and Intrusive Thoughts
38:51 Writing and Publishing a Book
44:01 Get to know your CEO