Lisa Tennant is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader having founded two businesses and led a small charity, and has over 20 years experience. Lisa's story is a testament to the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit that she inherited from her grandmother, a hardworking woman who ran multiple businesses despite numerous challenges.

Lisa started her entrepreneurial journey with a laundry business in 2004, which she expanded from a simple ironing service to a full-scale domestic and commercial operation. Despite the success, Lisa faced significant challenges, including managing the business single-handedly for many years, which led to personal and professional strain.

A pivotal moment came with the birth of her son, who was in intensive care for many months, which forced Lisa to re-evaluate her business strategy and begin delegating tasks. This change not only helped her business grow but also allowed her to achieve a better work-life balance. Lisa's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking help and adapting business strategies to improve both personal well-being and business success.

Throughout the conversation, Lisa emphasised the value of resilience, the impact of her upbringing on her business philosophy, and the importance of maintaining control over one's life and career. Her journey offers valuable lessons on overcoming adversity, the importance of delegation, and the courage to make significant changes for personal and professional growth.

Listeners will find inspiration in Lisa's determination and practical insights into managing and growing a business while facing life's unpredictable challenges.

Key Topics
Starting a Business at a Young Age: The podcast discusses how Lisa had entrepreneurial aspirations from a young age, influenced by her upbringing and family background.
Challenges of Running a Business: Lisa shares the difficulties she faced in running her laundry business, including working long hours and managing all aspects of the business on her own.
Fear of Delegating and Seeking Help: Lisa reflects on her fear of delegating tasks and seeking help, which hindered the growth and success of her business.
Impact of Personal History on Business Decisions: Lisa acknowledges how her past experiences and negative beliefs influenced her business decisions and mindset.
Struggles with Trust and Authority Figures: Lisa discusses her struggles with trusting authority figures and seeking mentorship, leading to missed opportunities for growth and learning.
Imposter Syndrome and Fear of Success: Lisa delves into feelings of imposter syndrome and fear of success, which may have subconsciously limited her business growth and achievements.
Pivotal Moments in Business: The podcast highlights pivotal moments in Lisa's business journey, such as the birth of her child, which forced her to reevaluate and make changes in her business operations.
Failure to Seek Mentorship and Guidance: Lisa reflects on her reluctance to seek mentorship and guidance, which could have provided valuable insights and support for her business.
Balancing Personal and Business Life: Lisa shares the challenges of balancing personal life, including family responsibilities, with running a business, and the impact it had on her well-being.
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: The podcast explores how Lisa overcame limiting beliefs and negative narratives from her past to pursue her entrepreneurial goals and achieve success.
Books mentioned:  The Big Leap

About Lisa Tennant

Lisa Tennant is a dynamic entrepreneur and founder of L.T. VA Services, an innovative Virtual Assistant agency. Lisa embarked on a transformative journey during the Covid-19 lockdown of September 2020, driven by a desire to regain control over her life. After a successful exit of her laundry business she owned from 2004 to 2014, Lisa recognized the critical importance of effective delegation and time management.

Her entrepreneurial spirit ignited during the lockdown, leading her to home-school her children and delve into a new career as a freelance Virtual Assistant. This decision not only provided her with the freedom to work from anywhere but also allowed her to explore her passion for travel. From traversing the UK in a caravan to adventuring through Southeast Asia, Lisa balanced her nomadic lifestyle with the establishment of L.T. VA Services, which thrived under her guidance.

Despite experiencing the pitfalls of micromanagement and overwork in her previous business endeavours, Lisa's epiphany came in 2012 during a challenging period when her son's health was at stake. By delegating tasks and outsourcing responsibilities, she liberated herself from the shackles of round-the-clock work, ultimately selling her laundry business two years later. Lisa's first-hand experience underscores the transformative power of delegation and strategic planning in achieving both personal and professional fulfilment.

Now, through L.T. VA Services, Lisa is committed to empowering fellow entrepreneurs to embrace delegation as a catalyst for growth and work-life balance.  

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Lisa Tennant is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader having founded two businesses and led a small charity, and has over 20 years experience. Lisa's story is a testament to the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit that she inherited from her grandmother, a hardworking woman who ran multiple businesses despite numerous challenges.
Lisa started her entrepreneurial journey with a laundry business in 2004, which she expanded from a simple ironing service to a full-scale domestic and commercial operation. Despite the success, Lisa faced significant challenges, including managing the business single-handedly for many years, which led to personal and professional strain.
A pivotal moment came with the birth of her son, who was in intensive care for many months, which forced Lisa to re-evaluate her business strategy and begin delegating tasks. This change not only helped her business grow but also allowed her to achieve a better work-life balance. Lisa's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking help and adapting business strategies to improve both personal well-being and business success.
Throughout the conversation, Lisa emphasised the value of resilience, the impact of her upbringing on her business philosophy, and the importance of maintaining control over one's life and career. Her journey offers valuable lessons on overcoming adversity, the importance of delegation, and the courage to make significant changes for personal and professional growth.
Listeners will find inspiration in Lisa's determination and practical insights into managing and growing a business while facing life's unpredictable challenges.
Key Topics
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Starting a Business at a Young Age: The podcast discusses how Lisa had entrepreneurial aspirations from a young age, influenced by her upbringing and family background.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Challenges of Running a Business: Lisa shares the difficulties she faced in running her laundry business, including working long hours and managing all aspects of the business on her own.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Fear of Delegating and Seeking Help: Lisa reflects on her fear of delegating tasks and seeking help, which hindered the growth and success of her business.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Impact of Personal History on Business Decisions: Lisa acknowledges how her past experiences and negative beliefs influenced her business decisions and mindset.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Struggles with Trust and Authority Figures: Lisa discusses her struggles with trusting authority figures and seeking mentorship, leading to missed opportunities for growth and learning.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Imposter Syndrome and Fear of Success: Lisa delves into feelings of imposter syndrome and fear of success, which may have subconsciously limited her business growth and achievements.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Pivotal Moments in Business: The podcast highlights pivotal moments in Lisa's business journey, such as the birth of her child, which forced her to reevaluate and make changes in her business operations.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Failure to Seek Mentorship and Guidance: Lisa reflects on her reluctance to seek mentorship and guidance, which could have provided valuable insights and support for her business.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Balancing Personal and Business Life: Lisa shares the challenges of balancing personal life, including family responsibilities, with running a business, and the impact it had on her well-being.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: The podcast explores how Lisa overcame limiting beliefs and negative narratives from her past to pursue her entrepreneurial goals and achieve success.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Books mentioned:  <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361">The Big Leap</a></li>
</ul>
About Lisa Tennant
Lisa Tennant is a dynamic entrepreneur and founder of L.T. VA Services, an innovative Virtual Assistant agency. Lisa embarked on a transformative journey during the Covid-19 lockdown of September 2020, driven by a desire to regain control over her life. After a successful exit of her laundry business she owned from 2004 to 2014, Lisa recognized the critical importance of effective delegation and time management.
Her entrepreneurial spirit ignited during the lockdown, leading her to home-school her children and delve into a new career as a freelance Virtual Assistant. This decision not only provided her with the freedom to work from anywhere but also allowed her to explore her passion for travel. From traversing the UK in a caravan to adventuring through Southeast Asia, Lisa balanced her nomadic lifestyle with the establishment of L.T. VA Services, which thrived under her guidance.
Despite experiencing the pitfalls of micromanagement and overwork in her previous business endeavours, Lisa's epiphany came in 2012 during a challenging period when her son's health was at stake. By delegating tasks and outsourcing responsibilities, she liberated herself from the shackles of round-the-clock work, ultimately selling her laundry business two years later. Lisa's first-hand experience underscores the transformative power of delegation and strategic planning in achieving both personal and professional fulfilment.
Now, through L.T. VA Services, Lisa is committed to empowering fellow entrepreneurs to embrace delegation as a catalyst for growth and work-life balance.  
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<a href="https://ltvaservices.com/home">Website</a>
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Beyond the Fail, hosted by Jez Wood, aims to challenge the beliefs of entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders who think that setbacks are anything but okay. We share stories of successful leaders and entrepreneurs who have overcome failure and offer practical tips and advice on how to bounce back from challenges. Because failure is not only acceptable, it's also an integral part of the journey to success.

Beyond the Fail, hosted by Jez Wood, aims to challenge the beliefs of entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders who think that setbacks are anything but okay. We share stories of successful leaders and entrepreneurs who have overcome failure and offer practical tips and advice on how to bounce back from challenges. Because failure is not only acceptable, it's also an integral part of the journey to success.

Stories from entrepreneurs and leaders to learn the secrets of failure and how your business can bounce back.