Ep 26: Being Boss in Portland, Oregon
Portland has an international rep as a quirky outlier city known for passive politeness, a sordid history of racism, sex trafficking, and serial killers, and home base to some of America's best known brands, like Nike, Columbia, and Dave's Killer Bread. But what's it really like to launch a business here... especially as a woman and/or a minority? Shannon and Elisha are here to help, having built their own successful businesses while dodging sexist contractors, disastrous mis-hires, and dissatisfied client reviews. And they've found that Portland is surprisingly open to women entrepreneurs, and that "community not competition" is a real thing, here. Jump in on this enlightening episode with all the trade tips and secrets of building success from the stump up in Portland, Oregon. And if you're thinking of starting up a lil' business of your own? Reach out, the girls have got you. Just don't ask to "pick their brains" (there's snakes).
Interested in our episode that covers negotiating wages? Check out Episode 10!
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