Host: Fiona Kane
EP36 Wendy Minne
Stepping Out of Corporate Into Small Business
Contacts:
Wendy Minne
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-minne/
About Wendy Minne
Prior to stepping into Small Business and coaching Wendy worked for a multinational corporate organisation that specialises in energy management and automation solutions. As an executive VP she had numerous roles in both business development and manufacturing operations in Australian, and international markets, utilising her strong understanding of change management to deliver powerful results. Wendy has always worked in engineering and associated industries (over 30 years); and served as a mentor for women in leadership roles.
During her corporate career she had the benefit of professional coaching and it was instrumental in her development and success.
Questions:
You are an example of someone who has stepped out of corporate into small business, would you like to share your experience?
What are the big differences between working in big business and working for yourself?
How did the Sydney Hills Business Chamber help you?
What advice would you give to someone considering leaving or who may have already left corporate and made the change to small business?
On reflection, what would it have been useful to know before you made the move?
For someone thinking of making this move, what would be a good starting point for them?
Any other advice/tips?