Drawing Strength: Dorothy Kolb's Story of Transformation and Growth

Dorothy Kolb, a seasoned operations and finance executive with over 20 years of experience in sports, media, and creative agency spaces, shares her journey from working at CBS, Fox Sports, NBC, Scripps Networks, and CBS Radio, to founding her own business as an outsourced CFO. A single mother of four, Dorothy navigates challenges of balancing her career and family life, leveraging her diverse skill set to help businesses grow financially. She also touches on her personal experience with imposter syndrome, balancing multiple responsibilities, and the importance of self-care. Dorothy emphasizes empowering women to understand their financials and make informed decisions for their business growth. Her story is one of determination, resilience, and evolving through different phases of life and career.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction and Guest Background
• 0:00 00 Introduction and Guest Background
• 2:04 Dorothy's Early Career and Family Life
• 3:38 Transitioning from Finance to Entertainment
• 5:07 Starting a Business as a Single Mom
• 7:21 Building a Successful Outsourced CFO Business
• 9:15 Balancing Business and Family
• 12:58 Adapting Skills from Motherhood to Business
• 23:38 Financial Advice for Business Owners
• 23:48 Turning Skills into a Business
• 23:58 The Importance of Tax Planning
• 24:03 Challenges for New Business Owners
• 24:20 Support Systems and Mentorship
• 27:29 Balancing Relationships and Business
• 29:23 Reflections on Past Relationships
• 32:24 Advice for Younger Women
• 33:45 Confidence in the C-Suite
• 35:24 Upcoming Projects and Initiatives
• 39:54 Daily Routines and Self-Care
• 41:31 Engaging on Social Media