How to Know If You're Meant to Be An Entrepreneur | Kiki Ayers | TEDxBuckhead

[@jessicacasca7169]

When she said "we would rather work 24 hours for ourselves than 8 hours for someone else" - that's when I knew

[@Siabeysment]

Big facts

[@clevawithcash1749]

This!

[@bmejia220]

Yes absolutely

[@Trendsetaa]

Facts

[@daisylove56]

a@@Siabeysment zone and oop has helped us all

[@justifiedcrown9669]

This is just the beginning of entrepreneurship. The real entrepreneur is not working for yourself, it is when others work for you. When you don’t have to work 24 hours; when you control your time. Let this be your goal…

[@MyEmoDiaries]

I disagree. Entrepreneurs love what we do, we don't necessarily think of it as work in the same sense of a 9 to 5. It's genuinely a passion that I love spending endless hours on.

[@reginamiller850]

Facts

[@william_8844]

@@MyEmoDiaries it differs though. You can be an entrepreneur and be in an industry or business that you are passionate about. You can be an entrepreneur out of situation, you can't find a job, or you just don't like being "bossed" and you are ok with your industry/business. And yes the ultimate goal for many entrepreneurs is for the business to run itself and you work on your terms, it's like your child is old enough to take care of themselves.

[@Georgettez]

As an entrepreneur, I like to sleep and wake up whenever I want

[@shakarilove436]

I mean having people work for yourself is working for yourself . Work never stops .

[@tells550]

I went to school with KiKi since Jr. high-our first year of college and she’s always been super positive and intelligent individual. This TED talk is amazing girl!!

[@loveinthematrix]

Your support of her says a lot about you! ❤️

[@erinvance-brown6726]

Thank you for lifting her up! That says so much about your character!! God bless you🙌💗

[@kennethyoung7564]

I appreciate what she is saying but I disagree with her characterization of all entrepreneurs as those who started young hustling and selling. There is such a thing as "social entrepreneurs" those that use business to solve a social need. Such as homelessness, poverty, health disparities. Etc. I bet if you looked at the characteristics of social impact minded entrepreneurs the characteristics would be far different. And Bill Aulett of MIT says entrepreneurship can be taught.

[@Mo-vo4vo]

Entrepreneurship takes two skills: hard skills and soft skills. The hard skills are the technical skills to run a business. The soft skills are the motivation, resilience etc. To succeed. To much surprise, the soft skills are 90% of what is required to be an entrepreneur. That is all mindset and it can be taught. The mind is a powerful thing, and it can be taught and retrained.

[@LoveLife-gv8jg]

I am an entrepreneur through and through. I love providing my services on my terms. I love employing women that society had given up on. I love meeting deadlines and schedules. I love earning more money than I ever have in my life. I love using my skills, intuition and networking to keep this train going. I never sold anything a a child but I always hated being told what to do because I always felt like I knew how to do it better. I love learning new things about my trade. It's really all on me and I'm built for this. I am great at it!

[@fawazabdulgafar549]

A lot of entrepreneurs just have that in common "selling stuff as a child" it's not necessarily an indicator or prerequisite to being an entrepreneur. She is right it's not meant for everyone, I'm 21 and i just started a business it's not exactly easy to instruct yourself to work!. Great TEDtalk

[@StarDustMoonRocket]

Men and women are very different. Properly managed and properly motivated, they are each worth their weight in gold. Leverage individual talents.

[@emilymatloob1155]

kiki is literally talking about being homeless like it was a stroll in the park.. incredible. I aspire to be that strong

[@isaacmonson4403]

It is a stroll in the park!! A very slow, lonely, cold, long, painful stroll. But also a very sunny, colorful, vibrant, free, exciting one lol if that makes any sense

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

@@isaacmonson4403 How is that exciting?

[@GOALEDFEENGER]

@@Michelle-pn9xt everyone experiences things differently. Be kind.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

@@GOALEDFEENGER I do not know you or her. Nobody is being mean to you. I have never met either one of you. All I said that she not not have a business. If you know what it is, please tell us. Stop contacting me.

[@samsexyish]

@@Michelle-pn9xt you seem so sad and miserable. as someone who’s just gotten out of that situation, i can agree with him.

[@loriwatson8336]

This video came at the perfect time. I lost my corporate job in October 2021 and pursued transforming my side hustles and hobbies into a full-time business. I've exhausted my savings and retirement funds and questioned if I'm making a mistake. Just as I was giving myself a pep talk to keep pushing toward my dreams in working for myself I came across this video. I take this as a confirmation that I'm on the right path. I much rather work 24 hours for myself than 8 hours for someone else.

[@juceeyj]

Ditto! Much success in your endeavors and business

[@loriwatson8336]

@@juceeyj Thank you. I appreciate the encouragement and wish you success as well. 💙

[@olivejobs331]

All the best.....keep it going. It sure will get better, dont lose hope.

[@destinybomar]

How do we find your business? I’d like to encourage you to keep going!

[@_TaNa254]

God bless you on your endeavours

[@abubakarabdinor]

I did computer science from India. My goal was to become software developer. And I realized I was in the wrong career. So I decided to drop out. to become entrepreneur. My first business(9 times) failed since I lacked experience. I realized I wasn't having the necessary skills and mindset of entrepreneur. I started reading financial books, marketing, sales, leadership, negotiation, Am 24 years old. And my goal is to become successful business man and philanthropist.

[@calimaxamedcali1983]

Abubakar guul ayaan wll kuu rajayn,rag isku hadaf ah ayaynu nahay.

[@AmazingStoryDewd]

Honestly the learning period would have been my first thought before jumping into my first venture. Also software engineering is definitely an area where you could create all types of businesses.

[@motivationtimes4596]

Keep trying dude never quit. One day you'll be successful

[@meltemsa]

In sha Allah . I'm sure you can do it.. 👋

[@ashleycbla]

You can learn great entrepreneurial skills with a software degree.

[@christianbanks7458]

“Survival instincts, that’s what entrepreneurs have.” She’s great 🇬🇧💜

[@kikiayers]

I appreciate you King ❤

[@marvinchisenga5079]

Kiki is 100% right. If you are uncomfortable where you are despite putting in so much effort, it definitely means that that's not where you are supposed to be. So get up and explore. You will thank Kiki later. Thank you Kiki

[@ranya943]

I'm gonna give my 2 cents even if no one asked lol: I truly disagree with the "you either are born this way or not", this is what I call a fixed mindset. Growth is possible. Yes entrepreneurship is not a "skill" you can learn, but you can build habits, you can show up every day, you can try and fail and try and fail and try and succeed at finding a good rhythm. Yes, entrepreneurship is over-romanticized and not as easy as some make it look, but you're not either born to be one or not. It's always about growth.

[@dominicperez7954]

Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard

[@Shania-rx8jo]

So true! You are not born to be one specific thing. You discover yourself as you go and learn and grow 🙌🏼

[@kikiayers]

I love hearing other perspectives. What I shared was my perspective. Nothing is right or wrong. It's just my opinion. I appreciate yours ❤

[@tiffszo]

Everything she says has so much truth; although it may seem harsh. Having passion is a huge fuel for being an entrepreneur. You can’t teach someone “passion”. You either have it or you don’t. Passion and grit will be the driving force for making your business successful. No one is going to make you go to work. YOU have to make yourself go to work, and the thing that drives you is PASSION for what you do. Not everyone has this. Now, of course there are some exceptions to every rule. Of course determination can be developed. Discipline can be developed. Growth is possible. At the end of the day, I believe she’s right. Some people aren’t born for it. Most people never figure out what they truly want in life and/or don’t want to help themselves. You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make them drink it. So why are some able to, and others never do? Maybe it is because of those fundamental mindset differences.

[@FireandSwordofYah]

Excellent points.

[@italyparis6975]

Thats my life currently. 6 months into homelessness. Im driving uber, I clean houses, lost everything. I have a family. They all watched me lose everything. So What I did, I continued to go forward. I do not give away my time. I self improve/ self invest.

[@Siyambonga_Mbasane]

You lost your job?

[@italyparis6975]

@@Siyambonga_Mbasane No- I left A job. Entered A relationship with the wrong person.

[@breannasingscovers]

I had to break up with my boyfriend last week because he just couldn’t understand the extent of my passion when it comes to having a business of my own and why I’m willing to do crazy things to achieve that. By his definition (as an employee), he has reached success in his career at his dream job. But when I try to explain to him that I don’t have a “dream job” because I don’t want a job at all he doesn’t understand. I hate being told what to do and he kept trying to control and stifle me. His expectations of me were limiting. When I would express all the types of success that I see for myself, he would discourage me or tell me that it was impractical or unrealistic, despite my idea being very realistic and achievable. It’s not like there is no one doing what I was suggesting, it’s just that he couldn’t see success as being anything beyond his own ideas of what it looks like.

[@faithwins6214]

Oh wow 😯 sorry your relationship didn’t work out, however, that was God’s plan 🙏🏽 may I ask what type of business are you trying to start? God Bless you in all your endeavors ❤️

[@breannasingscovers]

@@faithwins6214 Thank you for the kind words 😊. Ultimately, I want to own several residential rental properties and gradually move into commercial real estate investments once I know what I’m doing and have the capital. To obtain the capital tho, I want a business (as passive as possible because I have kids with special needs). So I haven’t quite decided yet which of my business idea to pursue but I have a book of half-baked ideas. I was still in the brainstorming stage when I was with my ex. It was hard to move forward when he kept shutting down every idea I had. I didn’t feel like I had any support and kept getting told to just get a job that pays more. But now that he’s gone, I feel free to take action as I see fit.

[@lka6448]

I totally get what you mean. You were able to breakup with bf, but In my case, it’s my mum & Dad & siblings, so not quite possible to breakup. I’ve just decided I’m going to stop telling them my dreams, go ahead and start my business, and surprise them afterwards! I pray it works out for you. And me.

[@breannasingscovers]

@@lka6448 I live with my grandmother right now and she’s the same way. My mom and dad are both sick so she’s sort of all I have. And sometimes I need to talk things through out loud so I can hear myself and make sure I’m making sense lol but because she’s old, she never understands anything I’m saying and always thinks I’m making a mistake. So no, I totally get your situation too. I have also stopped telling her every single idea and move I’m about to make as well. It helps to reduce the judgment.

[@Earthangel-pn8ux]

I completely understand. I've been done like this my whole life. I'm not completely satisfied with just one thing. I love trying new things. I get bored doing the same thing. I'm glad you got the courage to leave the toxicity. It's like people don't want to see you doing better, unless you're helping them. You'll be blessed tremendously!

[@AmazingStoryDewd]

I think entrepreneurship is something people can learn. But it's something you have to learn on your own. I had a mentality shift in my early 20's that propelled me towards entrepreneurship. Ever since then I've never been happier. Also one unfortunate side effects of entrepreneurship I often seen is workaholism. Sometimes working 60 to 80 hours a weeks is necessary but after a while your health starts to get impacted. At least that was the case for me.

[@__AverageJoe]

I want to become an entrepreneur, but I’m not even in the door yet.

[@bayyleaf]

@@__AverageJoe you can do it :)

[@mr.pasuli3291]

Being a true entrepreneur you may be satisfied to a point but never happy

[@ashleycbla]

@@mr.pasuli3291 It really depends on what type of business you are running. Don’t lump your experience onto aspiring or all entrepreneurs. You can definitely be happy, balance is key.

[@mr.pasuli3291]

@@ashleycbla i said a true entrepreneur (businessman) . Different type of entrepreneurs. You can open a business on your field(tech,mechanic,petshop,etc)and be an entrepreneur but a visionary entrepreneur can never be happy , its called Greed

[@normapadro420]

I like the last part. This is what got me wanting to write books, photography, art, and music producing. I wanted to do something different, because these thoughts would bother me every day. I wanted more. I wanted to let my creativity show so I became an artist. I self published all of my work. This is who I am.

[@joytempestas3201]

very inspiring

[@kikiayers]

I appreciate you ❤

[@MateaAccount]

Love this statement: "Thought that going to work on Monday made me depressed" like it. I agree 100%, I think like "how can WE even accept being trapped in a job, in order to make someone else´s dream?"

[@TheDaanishh3]

This is one of THE BEST Tedx Talks I've listened to. She was so vulnerable, real, and relatable. Everything she spoke, I've experienced on my entrepreneurial journey (except homelessness). The entrepreneurial journey takes extreme grit, perseverance, and commitment. I wish every entrepreneur spoke realistically like this and not acted like it was a smooth journey. It's not!

[@blackberry4life482]

Absolutely agreed It can be very difficult at times but the truth is better than guessing.

[@TheCarob2012]

Sometimes getting through the journey is homelessness, but you can still get through the journey while working/slaving away to pay the bills. The perception really is whether you STILL want to strive to get something more than the 9-5 grind (or in some cases, 6-6, 5-8, even 4-10 😭)

[@TheCarob2012]

For those that didn't get my meaning, 12, 15 or 18 hour day ( but I think most people are working 2-3 jobs?)

[@kikiayers]

I appreciate you so much 🥺♥️ thank you!!

[@TheTwonne1]

I've been self-employed with a business for 25 years. And fact is, not everyone has the discipline of being A TRUE entrepreneur. Just like some people don't have the discipline to work 9-5.....Point is, either you have it or you don't.

[@LadyLanaeLifestyle]

Agreed, as a successful entrepreneur/CEO for 26 years through the ups and downs I’m here to show up and show out by Gods grace, mercy, and power.

[@rechemaroberts7031]

God works in mysterious ways...did not plan on clicking this now i'm in tears!! Thank you Lord this is for me. Help me to be obedient in this confirmation. Thank you Kiki for your story

[@kikiayers]

I appreciate you ❤

[@zubh3860]

9:13 when tell you I’ve always felt like this every Sunday back when I worked in corporate, it’s literally the worst feeling ever and I never want to get back to that again. Working for myself is the only way I can be sane. Everything Kiki had said is spot on, working a 9 to 5 is not for me. Time to work on myself and level up. Everyone who’s reading this comment, I want to say to you that you got this!

[@Greenthumbn1576]

Same

[@kayp9293]

I felt the exact same way when I was a production manager for a fortune 500 company. I hated going to work so much so that there were days I actually cried. My anxiety was at an all time high, I never wanna experience that feeling again. This is why I have to find my niche so I won't have to

[@DemiDemi1]

I’ve Got this 💕

[@DemiDemi1]

@@kayp9293 you ever thought about selling tshirts??

[@treuhandesign]

@@kayp9293 wow I’m a COO at a production outfit and I feel the same way almost every morning

[@industryliaison]

“When your imagination does not match your reality you often find yourself depressed, because you feel like you are missing out on the life you are meant to live.” The way this quote puts my experience into words. Smh

[@AdenikeCoore]

I took a year off to chase a dream, the lesson I learned resonates with what she’s saying. I did not want to work 24 hrs a day nor spend all my money chasing my dream. Give me the 9-5

[@monote14]

Lollllll same

[@yxlim8981]

I have been working in corporate because that’s what I’m told to do. To get a job, go work for a good company and grind. But whenever any appraisal comes, they say I do a good job, I am going to get promoted but it doesn’t make me happy. I wasn’t happy at all, I didn’t want to be promoted. 3 companies I went to, I had the same feeling. That’s when I decided that this year I am quitting corporate and I’m building my own studio. Even though I do not have the industry experience. I’m in a completely different field and it terrifies me. But I’m happy even though I’m barely earning. I’m going to make it, I got to.

[@stacimillard]

You're absolutely right, we were entrepreneurs before we even knew what entrepreneurship was. We are always chasing that next goal and never satisfied with the one we've already completed. Which is both a blessing and a curse. It allows us to dream bigger but it also holds us back from seeing how far we've already come.

[@donandmaracapili1384]

💯 We also forget to realize we are really better than what we currently think we are (imposter syndrome).

[@chloep8808]

Agreed. I’ve recently been promoted and already looking at the next step. In the meantime, I’m running my e-commerce business! I definitely appreciate how far I’ve come though, but not completely satisfied

[@muriaah3316]

Absolutely loved the way it ended. I was expecting something along the lines of “everyone isn’t meant to be a entrepreneur” but that ending statement left the door open. Loved it. ❤️

[@EarthSunny1]

Literally living this life. I’m in the bathroom stall tryna figure out what to name my company.

[@leahmay1506]

Wishing you all the best!!!!🙏🏾

[@holotrout]

What did u name it? I just started my 3rd!

[@papifeo.]

Heres a name.. RealShit 😂😂😂😂

[@amirbarnett1630]

This was awesome. I'm working as an entrepreneur right now and I'm in the thick of it. I keep searching for a new job, but deep down inside I know I only want to work for myself. KiKi was really spitting facts throughout this whole TED Talk. Super inspiring and worth the 16 minutes

[@MagellanMG]

Could not agree more!! I was so focused on becoming an entrepreneur and having my own business. But the grind it requires made me learn to accept that it is ok to work for someone else and earn a comfortable life.

[@Tphay]

I'm so glad I came across this video, she is absolutely right about the reality and the perception of entrepreneurs. It takes a very specific character trait to be an entrepreneur and not everybody has that. Realistically probably 10% of the population has this trait. You have to be willing to work when you don't want to work, be mentally tough when stress levels are high, be creative, open minded, willing to admit you're wrong when you're wrong, have good relationship skills, management skills, making sacrifices for the best interest of the company, the will to continue to learn and educate yourself so you can continue to grow. Entrepreneurship is not for everyone, yes it's rewarding but it doesn't come without consistency, dedication and hard work!

[@dreamgirlenterprises]

Wow, I have a similar story. Going from job to job and I have been creating my financial consulting service for the past 2 years. I always wanted to teach financial literacy & wellness to women. I've tried several businesses & thought entrepreneurship was not for me but ideas constantly come to me when I go to different jobs & I'm being called to be more. Thank you for this confirmation to continue on & build the empire I was destined to create. It's bigger that just not having a boss or schedule, it's to share the gifts that God has instilled in us to help others.

[@adorelashay3784]

Yes I agree with you fully first comment I can relate to others seems discouraging

[@SpencerJan]

Great video! I got a day job after graduating, worked a side hustle. Quit my day job when side hustle was big enough. Side hustle grew to where I sold it for 9 figures. Started a KZbin channel. Only took me 15 years…

[@DeliciousDeDeCo]

.....If I can do that for someone else, I can do it for myself. Powerful statement.

[@thefamilytok5281]

When I was younger I sold lemonade at 6 years old and cupcakes at 10 right outside my apartment building. Even had my own babysitting company. This definitely is my calling right here👆 Everything she's saying is true facts. Quitting tomorrow am

[@Kyle-rf5mb]

U quit?

[@msgabrielle504]

How’s it going

[@slyremedies4343]

As for me. I never sold anything growing up. Neither did I had the boldness to sold one, but I've always been a creative and flexible person. I have a wide curiosity, and I love discovering new things.

[@What_is_the_truth]

You can definitely learn! I think she meant you have to have the hunger to learn like she had. A moment in life where it becomes an epiphany type moment. She said it hit me, meaning here life lessons brought her to that moment of “learned.”

[@nifereipcard]

Only 12:49 in. This person’s ability to tell a coherent story, of insanely relatable life experience and link their points into each sequential event is phenomenal. Their message is genuinely influencing my upcoming life plans. Tysm for this

[@sarahmoravian2093]

Hey what books do you recommend for people to read? 😊

[@kikiayers]

Thank you soooo much! I appreciate you 🥺♥️

[@alyssastarr6857]

She made me cry! EVERYTHING she has felt... I been there! This is one of the BEST talks I have seen ever tbh. AMAZING job girl!!!! Im proud of you

[@kikiayers]

Thank you so much ❤

[@lala_la25]

I’m so happy I came across this video. I have been wanting and planning to start my business for over a year now. I too have all those traits that’s how I know, I’m meant to be my own boss! The only thing that’s been stopping me is fear! I’m so afraid but I trust GOD! I know what’s it’s like to struggle. Now I’m ready to feel what’s it’s like to LIVE. I realize we can’t be afraid to live the life of our dreams!! Thank you so much for this.

[@zeemani317]

omg everything she described is so me ! i’d start off a job thinking the same thing , then a few months later i come into work and find myself so angry bc this not the life im supposed to live !! i’m not supposed to work for ppl all my life ! i’m better than that . & this is also why i switch jobs a lot ! i just can’t stand the idea of someone having control over what time i have to start work , when i can go eat , having to tell a higher up where i’m going like im not grown or something ! like nope i’m destined to be an entrepreneur and i know it!

[@gracecc8376]

When she said there’s signs. It can be heartbreak etc… I have just lost my job, my boyfriend left me on my birthday and other stuff. The biggest sign. This video 🙏🏼

[@iDancer101]

This really hits home...like REALLY hits home. I viewed this Ted Talk last week after coming across it randomly. As a kid, I was always counting my pennies and trying to find ways to turn those pennies into dollar bills. I've always hungered for more. Working for corporate has always made me feel like just being "here" and I've battled depression on and off for years. Kiki, I've been contemplating and praying. All these years, I've been sharing my grand ideas with my friends and family, and of course, they think I'm crazy. After sitting on the edge of my seat this whole talk last week, I looked at the date of when the video was published, and I wept. January 25 is my birthday. GIRL...here we are a week later, I find myself getting laid off from my "dream" job...again. Thank you. I really needed this! It's time I work 60+ hours on my own dreams, not someone else's.

[@nm3547]

Good Luck!!!! 🤞🤞🤞 Calculated baby steps may get you there quick!

[@juliebrown6818]

I am SOOO happy I decided not to click on another video while watching. I was not expecting her to share her testimony 🙌🏽 she DID that. I was a pandemic graduate who fell into the social media entrepreneurship frenzy & thank GOD I didn’t lose anything in my pursuit. I still have everything I purchased and can always get back to it. People online have made entrepreneurship a get rich quick scheme when that’s not what entrepreneurship is based on. It takes hard work, discipline, integrity, dreams, and like she said survival instincts!! I have been wanting to comment on this topic for AWHILE now. There’s also nothing wrong with gracefully becoming one. Take your time so you have a way better chance of doing it right. Kiki I would love for us to cross paths soon!! 🤎 keep reaching & uplifting ✨

[@camillestorm740]

when she used the words “disgusts us” - so accurate ! cant imagine anything worse than being told what to do and slaving away for someone else

[@princyD20]

This is how you know you are an entrepreneur: 1) you simply try 2) you are someone that doesn’t quit till the problem is solved.

[@adruvitpandit5816]

Entrepreneurship can be learnt but it cannot be taught, no one is born an entrepreneur we all make mistakes, even if you are born with the business savvy mindset. I have started several companies and i have been excellent in academics. But when i started out i have many ideas and i saw opportunities in so many things but not all ideas pan out, we all make mistakes and learn from it. She has a lot to learn!

[@wendypope9668]

Inspiration 🙌she spoke directly to me and I've always known that I'm supposed to be an entrepreneur but people, school and jobs tried to box me. I recently started my own business, I've gained 3 clients, I'm putting in the work and I won't stop or give up until I'm making the money I deserve!

[@sheachai]

"you either are born this way or not" reminds me of this one IG Reel where she says: "Style and Taste are 2 different things. You can learn style, but you cannot learn taste." I completely agree with this. And her quote comes from the same place. Of course there are excetptions. Talking in general here.

[@TheJTArchive]

Honestly I am a young girl only 16 and I have already started my own business but now I find myself wanting more bc even though that one was majorly successful I still strive for way more for what almost seems impossible for me to understand what she’s saying at this young of an age is truly aspiring I hope to keep what I’ve learned from this and grow because my brain is full filled with incredible ideas and I’m ready to do them

[@sikedyomind3363]

Exactly she negative

[@SashanaForever69]

Me sitting here thinking I’ve had a job since I was 16. I’ve been working a corporate job for 6 years and even after getting promotions I’ve never felt like this was enough. I want more and know this will never be enough. Thank you for this talk. I really needed it.

[@mogul_ekeyes]

Super inspirational! Calling on Jesus is the best decision ever. That is the first step to a lifetime of fulfillment and eternal promises 🙏🏽 thank you for sharing

[@ima1flirt]

She's crazy relatable to alot of us as we already are discovering our business journeys, i've never been able to maintain a job for more than a year, i legit can't help but be depressed. The whole 9-5, having someone down ur neck and being told when you can go eat your food for that flash of an hour break drove me crazy. Right now i quite again, and have no job but i'm so happy as i've found my purpose, no actually direction but i know a plan or an idea will come my way and im ready baby

[@amt1815]

No one is born with anything find the career you love and do 9-5 or find a hobby/passion you love and monetize it aka entrepreneurship that’s the beauty of choice just figure out what works for you nobody can help you decide that but you learn yourself and know yourself you’ll find your preference maybe meet in the middle even there’s ppl who work part time only and work their personal business outside of that it’s nick named a “side hustle “ the key is not to compare just do you❤

[@AkireMaru]

I’ve been saying this for years: You either have it or you don’t (when it comes to entrepreneurship). Speech is a little all over the place, but premise behind it is good.

[@gregorycole2790]

I’m 44 and started my first business at 15 . I’ve always known that I was suppose to work for myself but life sometimes steers you the other way well now at 44 I still work for myself it’s the only way

[@remontheroad]

I ve been watching lots of such videos over the past weeks as I am slowly doubting everything about my entrepreneur journey. This video is by far the best I've seen! I could reflect on so many aspects of what she felt at every stage of her life. Thanks a lot for this, it has give me the will to keep going!

[@LiqueNicole]

She was literally telling my life story of how I felt in corporate America and my younger life in sales and how anything I did was In sales but I enjoyed it

[@JustinNoko-v4d]

I remember when I was in higher primary school, I was selling sweets. My business of selling sweets was not doing that well, but I just kept on selling until one day I stopped selling. You know I was always business minded, even at home I was selling some stock in my parent's small business. You know and to tell you the truth, I'm now a security officer and I'm still thinking about business. You know these to me is a sign, wich shows me that I was not born to be an employee but I was born to be my own boss.😲🔥🔥🔥

[@CreatedSpacespodcast]

This is exactly what I needed to hear, as I’m coming out of my burnout and early stage entrepreneurial depression. I definitely see the light getting better. But yes this motivation is what I needed to hear! I was born a natural leader. I am meant to be an entrepreneur. 🙏🏽🤞🏽❣️

[@RonnieS.]

Wow the tears that came to my face, I’m almost 2 years in after leaving my job. I’m near foreclosure but I know God is so close, I’m a the break of life. You gave me hope and I going to pick up my tears and keeping moving. God Bless you

[@breonb.7474]

So relatable. I just put in my notice to focus on my own business. Praying this is a step for me to bring in some real generational wealth.

[@Sarasabahelkheir]

I hope things are going well for you🎉

[@oceanskyy5500]

every entrepreneur needs to watch this

[@sd8150]

Well said! The only way you will know if it's for you is just to try. Many of us are not living to our fullest potential. So many people have wonderful gifts to share with the world. I'm sending you all positivity and absolute success in your endeavors.

[@SULTANRS]

Not so long ago i’ve told myself i don’t know how i came up with that "i don’t wanna work my way up in a company.. i wanna be able to buy the company” that’s when i knew. I wanna do it to challenge myself and become the person i want to be. It may be hard but i know i can and no one can tell me otherwise

[@nautica00]

She's talking about the self-decipline that comes with getting into a routine of doing your own work... that can be taught but you have to really want it because ,"the chains of habit are often too small to be felt until they are too big to break."

[@feralcatofthenorth]

I am not an entrepreneur (yet), just randomly heard your talk because of auto play and I can really relate to it. There is something special about witting everything down to a pack and taking those little urban survival risks, it’s hard to explain the divine sacredness of that place , and what you learn about yourself and the world around you, the perspective it gives you has hard won value that requires sacrificing almost everything to attain. It’s a pathway. It’s also nice to discover limits and what you can handle. There have been a few times since my own experience as an urban vagabond that I was able to easily surf through because I knew how deal with being a little too short on cash, slightly behind on rent and bills, low on gas but had working bicycle. The important thing has been clearing away what is just nonessential weight and staying on a forward path with your heart held high. Thanks again.

[@kehanaj411]

She literally lived the pursuit of happiness down to the overnight bathroom stay. What a phenomenal woman. THANK YOU.

[@lenalatanya777]

Wow, it’s so crazy we have a very similar story. Now I am in LA as a starving entrepreneur (I would say) . I don’t plan on giving up anytime soon. It’s HARD and not for the weak. All my fellow entrepreneurs putting in that work I pray you reach your goal 🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@AshleyJohnson-fh9yk]

Great presentation.. I do have to say that I believe entrepreneurship can be taught. The person must have the drive, and willingness to learn. THAT part can’t be forced. Life is the best teacher. It has the ability to change one’s perspective, and pushes you to dig deeper.

[@ambergibson7381]

Love her ENERGY❤️ I can't get over how many x's she said 'right'. I'm sure she was nervous somewhat and/or passionate💯

[@kikiayers]

I was nervous. I didn't have much time to write or memorize what I wrote but the next one will be better. ❤

[@ambergibson7381]

@@kikiayers I'm the same way, honestly. I don't care for public speaking much but, I'm pretty ok at it. NO shade to U whatsoever🤗 ❤️Thank you for sharing with US!! DEFINITELY looking forward to your next one💯 MANY BLESSINGS🙏🏼

[@ResilientIzShe]

Arguably, the lack of fulfillment in a job could be the pursuit of happiness, material, or status as opposed to stepping into purpose. A purpose-driven life where you're applying your God-given to a meet a true need is what provides divine fulfillment whether you work for someone else or work for yourself.

[@faithwins6214]

Wonderfully stated 🙏🏽❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@nkumu52]

Meant to be? Nothing is meant to be! We determine via our emotions & subsequent actions, whether or not something is meant to be; and this is often done in hindsight… So one can grow into entrepreneurship!!!

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Well, do it!

[@nicholedavis5649]

I have never felt so seen…I am a notorious job hopper..but to the point where I am not getting hired and super frustrated with the current setup. This is definitely the push over the fence that I needed

[@kourtney328]

I definitely understand what you meannn. I pray you find the true passion your heart is calling for. Take care!

[@GlowithRafiaRah]

Honestly I’ve had over 30 jobs and I’m 22😂

[@ronnhurt2470]

She sold me. I’m pursuing my music career no matter what. Thanks so much for this❤️

[@nayb3168]

Kiki.. I wish I had a mentor like her… someone to guide me but I guess I’ll have to do it myself and when I get to where I need to be I’ll share my story and put on thousands of people. Idk where to start but thank you 💙

[@NickFinanceNaija]

How could someone be so spot on! Awesome talk..

[@JustMe-ju7wd]

Nothing but TRUTH ❤❤❤... I could write at least 5 paragraphs about how my life/ journey mirrors so many things you talked about, including the "how you know". Instead, I will just say that I'm so grateful for moments like these when I come across one of my people (entrepreneurs) who shares their story and gives me a peace and joy that's nothing short of encouraging.

[@michellepuni926]

I randomly came across this talk and honestly you have spoken my life up to this point. I believe this was a sign because I have started thinking about becoming an Entrepreneur.

[@benlopez1517]

Honestly I learned from my dad he always told what are we doing today so I learned from a young age now I’m 23 trying to makes these dreams a reality

[@kennoshiafullilove8185]

You have some great points However through some suffering You can develop self accountability Discipline I know this personally because a lot of these disciplines were developed in me through some suffering I had to endure , which were for my good in the end ….I had no other choice Thank God for Allowing me to go through while growing through!

[@SuzieQ90]

This Video spoke to me!!! I've always had a job. But I realized I'm meant to be an entrepreneur 👏👏

[@kattbrown4228]

Everything she said..I am…I started in 1st grade selling my toys to my classmates but got shut down from my teacher now 30yrs old now.. always quitting jobs nd not happy! Thinking of da next big thing! I took a loan but usually my car.. and bought myself a ice cream truck! Paid it off now looking for the next thing!!

[@kelvinkapesa1684]

This resonated with me. Thank you for your honesty. Its true that as entrepreneurs we have creative minds and limitation is something we can not handle.

[@amoyboucher3090]

The unknown frighten me and excite me equally. I look forward to the process. Thank you for your transparency.

[@Therealbubuu]

How did I get this message at the right time❤️ Was about to stop my business.

[@Siabeysment]

Never ever stop. Failure happens and can turn into success but regret is forever

[@ldouglas621]

To fail just means “ I fall” . Everything in life does , just look up at the sky, breathe &* get back up 🤍✨🪴 you’ve got this

[@levarfreeman6854]

Get Duns and Bradstreet # too

[@crownfitness699]

hows your business going?

[@shivrajb3790]

Same here ❤

[@dreamerdoes_is_love8986]

this was brilliant, at first i was a little put off by the it can't be learned and i still disagree with that point to some extent, but i love how you/she tied everything together at the end " the number one way to know if you're meant to be an entrepreneur is simply to try it." basically if you believe in yourself and you don't give up and you put in the dedication and effort then there you go you were meant to be one.

[@bychyke9581]

Look how many views this video has vs the year it was posted. She definitely hit home for a lot of true entrepreneurs who took value from watching this and the ones who were discouraged didn’t bother to start or stay they rest.

[@abdulmalikumar5838]

It's true entrepreneurship is ones personal journey to solve a problem and build a scalable business or successful company out of that solution. It's the JOURNEY and EXPERIENCE. You can get skillsets and mindsets/self-development stuff from people who have done it before, but you're not an entrepreneur.

[@DutyUnknown]

7:51 I felt this part the most. I can’t stand working for someone else. My whole life as a child was easy but hard. I had a lot of traumatic experiences and my grandmother felt bad so she spoiled me. Not really an excuse but that made me not want to work for anything. I tried so many jobs and I didn’t like any of them. I’ve came up with plans and ideas to become financially free, I just never pull myself to going thru with it.

[@nnish_bz]

Me too 😭

[@Reftsquabble]

i usually find ted talks to be heavy on pomp and light on insight. and halfway through this, that's where i thought this would end up. but wow, how wrong i was. watch to the end - it's more than worth it!

[@TheMichelex20]

These are straight facts!!!! Especially the part about being told what to do. This has to be one of my favorite Ted Talks.

[@kikiayers]

I appreciate you so much ❤

[@izabelladiaz413]

You just unlock the memory I completely forgot, I remember in 2nd or 3rd grade I was literally painting peoples nails in front of a coffee shop that my mom owned and ask him for money for it I think I got paid like $5 for painting nails, then a few years later go on around maybe 6th grade and I started making rainbow loom bracelets and trying to sell those, 9th grade I was thinking of making my own little shop and selling little items and stuff and here I am now about to be a senior trying to start my own photography business but actually putting all the work into it legally and stuff figure out what I’m supposed to do i’m starting a business and taxes and stuff like that but it’s funny how that works I never thought of it like that, also thank you for the speech I really enjoyed it

[@EverythingHR]

Telling people the reality is something that needs to be done, this is great!

[@keishabryant4650]

She is will forever be TOP on my list to watch.

[@Qu33nB33Brandi]

I love motivational speakers this one felt real it wasn’t rehearsed I felt a passion thank you for sharing your talent and your time with us!

[@noovernightguests]

A lot of the things Kiki shared resonated with me. Always having a hustle, even as a little kid. I thought that having "the good job" was the end. Once you have, what else is there to strive for? I was acting on and carrying misinformation from my family for a long time that I realized later was blocking me from taking the leap to start my own business.

[@Raysunshine12344]

This is a sign. For me. 🙏 Bless you Kiki!

[@RoadRunnerChic]

Irene! I want to encourage you to step out on faith and go be great! You got this! Many Blessings!

[@MakedaRucker-rf8ws]

For me too. I just ended up on this video

[@pennfitness]

I absolutely loved the passion and emotion she showed in this🙌 showed me that I’m not alone, thank you.

[@MissValkyrieJewellery]

I do appreciate her view but I mostly disagree with her criteria : I’ve never sold anything as a kid, and I didn’t have a problem working for other people. The turning point was that I wasn’t growing as an employee and felt like I could do better on my own, even that meant hard work and longer hours (on these two points we agree 100%).

[@eccentric-entrepreneurs]

Such a pretty name, to go along with ya beautiful smile haha..

[@vintageMIC4000]

So you agree in a sense

[@MissValkyrieJewellery]

@@eccentric-entrepreneurs Thank you so much! 💚

[@MissValkyrieJewellery]

@@vintageMIC4000 I do partially agree yes. Just not on these two points 😊

[@reffa2858]

I can agreed, Im a good worker but I always want to be working towards something. and alot of times, these companies will stagnate that growth. My biggest pay increases hasnt occurred by me sticking with the same job, but rather getting a new job. And its amazing at first but every new job eventually poses the same problem. that inevitable stagnation. and that of course leads to me loathing having to go to work. Thats sort of my breaking point and what I feel is pushing me into being an entrepreneur.

[@mkhwanazithabiso40]

"They also hate being told what to do" is exactly how I feel watching this video.

[@ParisDavisDean]

😮 Wow, this video spoke to me. This hit me for real. I remember having a candy 🍭 store at 11 years of age in my neighborhood growing up. We are never satisfied, exactly. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts.

[@sassyempress7916]

This is the first time I have realized I am meant to be an entrepreneur. Now I need to put it into action now that I have realized this.