Self–Made – Build a Big Life from a Small Business

OLIVIA CARR is the founder and Chief Giving Officer of the global brand Shhh Silk. She is a philanthropist, change-maker and self-made entrepreneur.

Introduction: A self- made journey ix 1 Seizing sliding door moments: How making hard decisions can transform your path 1 2 Rewriting your money story: The key to overcoming financial challenges 17 3 Roadmap to success: Six key traits of a self- made entrepreneur 33 4 How to get started: Launching and building your brand 57 5 Product market fit: A prerequisite for sustainable cash flow and profitability 77 6 How to manage your business cash flow: From chaos to control 87 7 Business success and fulfilment: What's love got to do with it? 97 8 Discovering your truth: A guide to self- healing and inner work 107 9 Mastering your mindset: Overcoming obstacles and unleashing your full potential 125 10 Unlocking the secret to success: Taking action 143 11 Sustainable growth: Build your business from your values not your ego 161 12 From solo to team: Navigating the challenges and opportunities of when to grow your team 173 13 Measuring success: Revisiting your purpose, values and goals to track progress 181 14 Selling your product: The power of relationships 197 15 Harnessing influence: The power of PR and celebrity gifting 207 16 Adapting to change: Navigating uncertainty in business and life 219 17 Reclaiming your freedom: Remembering the purpose of your business beyond stress and overwork 231 Join me at Self- Made Academy 241 Mental health resources 243 References 245