Quits and Giggles

Mar 23 2025 49 ep. 28 mins

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If you've ever thought 'There must be more to life than this' you're not alone.

With 7.5 million women dreaming of leaving their jobs to start a business, the terms 'side hustle', side gig' and 'side business' are fast becoming the norm.

Join Lauren Leopold, business coach & marketing mentor as she dishes the dirt on her own employee to entrepreneur journey & interviews her badass clients and guest experts about theirs. Whether you're sitting at work Googling 'How do I start a business', trying to take it dull time or grow it, this is the show for you.

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