Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Amanda Weil, CEO of Amanda Weil Style, located in Newport Beach, CA, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

My name is Amanda Weil; I am the CEO of The Style Awakening and a Style Specialist. I am the go-to expert in the fashion world, helping CEOs, entrepreneurs, celebrities, TV show hosts, and career professionals be confidently seen and uniquely styled to attract the success and lifestyle they want. This includes you. My approach reveals your inner essence of certainty, self-love, prosperity, and magnetism, which is then recreated through style. The end result is your authentic style of expression.

I am leading the industry is shifting toward the belief that style is not what's "in" and on-trend, but rather what's within, and understanding how to use style as a way to transform into the best version of yourself. My previous 15-year career in corporate America gives me the knowledge and expertise to help you exit the cookie-cutter black blazer style and embody a style that exudes your authentic personality, career goals, inner confidence, and certainty.

Tell us about yourself

I'm Amanda Weil, a Style Specialist, CEO, Energy Shifter, Seeker of Light and Transformation, and the BFF with the fabulous shoes… handbags, and jewelry. Essentially the sister you wish you had growing up to borrow my clothes, shop with, and hype you up when you're feeling low. Good news, you've got me now!

After a successful career in digital ad sales, my soul kept calling me to serve others through style. As I was diving deeper into my own personal growth, I realized there was an untapped space for merging fashion and self-love as a tool for transformation. The style became my tool to help others discover and embody their true selves. When your inner essence matches your style, that authenticity is what causes you to be magnetic for opportunities and relationships.

I'm motivated by the transformation that I see in my clients. They awaken their confidence and zest for life and begin seeing the abundance and love, and prosperity they've imagined in their minds. They feel beautiful, worthy, and important. I'm motivated by the fact that the more of us that do this work, that learn to love ourselves and others exactly as they are, that release the judgment towards others, the faster we can shift what's happening in the world today back into a place of love and happiness and safety. It all begins within.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Waking up every day, get to do things I love, and realize I actually get paid to shop and purge closets and create outfits and spend time with the most amazing clients. It's the gratitude I feel for continuing to face forward and take one step at a time, even when it feels scary and really hard. It's the knowing that I didn't give up and am abundantly supported by the Universe.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

The passion for my business also means that there are no true days off! Yes, I take vacation and time away from work; however, my brain is always thinking of some way to improve my business or provide greater value to my clients. In corporate, I could shut off my "work brain" on Friday evenings... definitely not the same experience as owning a business!

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Start with a clear vision. What's your "why" for starting your business? What's the impact you desire to create? Who will benefit from your business? These answers will guide you on the days when you feel stuck.
  2. Work with a mentor or coach. Find someone who has a business and life that you admire and aspires to create and hire them! Entrepreneurship is not meant to be done alone. If you are unable to hire a coach, at least join a business community of like-minded individuals and create an accountability pod.
  3. Take it all one step at a time. Focus on one small goal and then the next small goal, and so on. If you try to focus on too much all at once, you'll likely start to feel overwhelmed. Plus, as you accomplish each small goal, it builds your confidence to keep going.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

One easy way for you to start to elevate your style is by wearing your confidence color. You have a specific style color to wear that will magnetize you for empowerment and success. Colors and fabrics create feelings and, when worn intentionally, allow you to lead with greater confidence. Curious, what color is your confidence color? Take the free quiz on my website to find out!

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.amandaweilstyle.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/styleawakening
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaweilstyle/

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