Entrepreneurs' Guide to Surviving The Next Global Crisis | The Laura Show Ep. 42

In this episode of The Laura Show, Laura Stewart sits down with Monica Gomez, founder of the Concierge Club, to discuss the world of event planning, entrepreneurship, and leading with heart. Monica shares how she built her luxury events agency from the ground up, working with high-end brands like Louis Vuitton and Sephora, and how she navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, they dive into Monica’s journey of scaling her business, moving her family to Costa Rica, and expanding into the U.S. They also explore the importance of creating meaningful client experiences, managing a team with empathy, and the mindset needed to grow as a business owner.

Whether you're a small business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers valuable insights into overcoming obstacles, pivoting during tough times, and the power of visualizing success. Tune in to learn Monica’s best tips for event planning, creating Instagrammable moments, and leading with a purpose-driven mindset.

Key Topics Covered:

How to build a premium brand in the events industry
The impact of the pandemic on small businesses and events
Why human connection matters more than ever post-COVID
Scaling into the U.S. market and navigating the challenges
Managing stress, visualizing success, and staying motivated

Video Chapters:

[00:00:00] Pandemic's impact on events industry and layoffs
[00:03:13] Founding The Concierge Club for luxury clients
[00:05:17] Challenges of entering the luxury events market
[00:08:44] Emotional and business toll of global lockdown
[00:13:03] Innovating with a holiday drive-through during COVID
[00:23:06] Debate on whether entrepreneurship can be learned
[00:25:59] Meditation and goal visualization during tough times
[00:29:30] Importance of positive company culture
[00:37:23] Final advice: visualize your success

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