Jan Edwards is the founder and CEO at Paving the Way, an organization committed to ending sex trafficking in the United States. through education and empowerment. Jan spent over 25 years in sales and marketing working with big names like Time Warner, Bright House, the UN and other international organizations, before taking on the worldwide initiative to prevent children from become victims of this silent crime. She is the writer and producer of the award winning film; Trapped in the Trade that is used globally in business and educational programs across the country and believes this endeavor must start in our neighborhoods.
Entrepreneurial Role Models:
- Queen Elizabeth I
- Hamilton
- Greg Pollack owner of Code School
When business started difficulties overcame:
“The biggest obstacle was taking what I had in my head as an idea and being able to speak it in such a way so that other people knew what I was up to and were willing to participate with me”…[Listen for More]
Favourite Books:
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change Book by Stephen R. CoveyFavourite Quote:
“Do, or do not, there is no try” Yoda
Recommended Online Resources:
Buzzfeed – the hottest, most social content on the web We feature breaking buzz and the kinds of things you d want to pass along to your friends
Inc – get advice, tools, and services that help your small business grow
Best Advice to Other Entrepreneurs:
“Don’t ever give up, as tough and hard as it gets don’t ever give up, surround yourself with people who will both encourage you and tell it to you straight”…[Listen for More]
More About Jan Edwards:
Neil’s Quote at the Beginning:
“In the past, I always used to be looking for answers. Today, I know there are only questions. So I just live.” Sarah Brightman
Other Quotes From the Chat with Jan Edwards:
- “There’s what the market wants, and what the market needs. Its listening to what the market wants and offering that along with what the market needs
- “Having yes people all around you doesn’t make a difference”
Jan Edwards
Thank you so much Neil for the opportunity to share our journey. Hope this inspires other entrepreneurs to continue their path, know it’s ok to stop, change, start and go make the difference they are destined to make.
Neil Ball
You are welcome Jan! It was great having you as a guest on the show.