The Mapuana Reed Show
One of my favorite memories of living in Hawai’i was meeting all the incredible entrepreneurs at the Oak + Pine Society. Mapuana Reed is a force of nature. She has created multiple brands that change the world around her and I was honored to be a part of her show this spring. Here are the details of this episode:
In this inspiring interview, entrepreneur and author Heather Hays shares her powerful journey of building a business while writing her book. She opens up about the *real challenges of entrepreneurship*, the importance of *self-care*, and what it truly means to *invest in yourself*. Heather breaks down:
How to get started with self-publishing
The Micro Book Method that simplifies the writing process
Why sharing your story matters more than ever
The truth about hybrid publishing
How to build strong client relationships
Lessons every woman entrepreneur should know
Whether you're dreaming of writing a book, launching a business, or stepping fully into your next chapter, this episode is packed with real talk, encouragement, and tools to help you make bold moves.
Chapters
00:00 The Decision to Write a Book
02:57 The Journey of Entrepreneurship
06:06 Lessons from Business Challenges
09:10 The Importance of Self-Care and Investment
12:07 Navigating Client Relationships
15:00 The Role of Support in Business
17:47 Learning from Mistakes and Feedback
20:58 The Power of Storytelling in Business
25:04 The Journey to Writing a Book
32:13 Understanding the Publishing Process
38:12 Creating a Journal and Self-Publishing
43:54 Lessons from Entrepreneurship and Authenticity
47:01 Empowering Women to Write Their Stories
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