Tech, Travel & Triumph: Design Your Dream Life w/ Teenage Entrepreneur Turned Tech Founder - Creator of HerHost & Learn in Color, Samantha Shank #26

Do you know that feeling when you have a conversation with someone and you're left feeling inspired and full of hope?

Yeah. Me, too. And today's episode is that exact conversation.

In this extraordinary episode we delve into the awe-inspiring journey of Samantha Shank, creator of Learn In Color & HerHost. Samantha is an exceptional individual who embarked on her entrepreneurial voyage at the tender age of 14. Her story is a testament to the power of passion, creativity, and the joy of travel in shaping one's destiny.

As her journey unfolded, Samantha embraced her love for travel and exploring the world. Her travels kindled a spark of inspiration that would lead to her next entrepreneurial venture.

Cue HerHost, a groundbreaking tech company with a mission to redefine accommodation experiences for female travelers.

Throughout the episode, Samantha shares valuable insights on the importance of recognizing and harnessing your strengths to craft the life you dream of. Her story is a testament to how passion, determination, and embracing one's unique abilities can pave the way for a fulfilling and impactful entrepreneurial journey.

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

• Utilizing your strengths and not getting caught in the comparison trap
• The importance of learning & following your passions
• Couchsurfing pros & cons as a female traveler
• Facing fear and accomplishing goals

RESOURCES:
Connect with Samantha:
Instagram: @samanthalishank @herhost
Learn in Color

BOOKS MENTIONED:
I Am David by Anne Holm
Every Day is a Gift by Tammy Duckworth

EPISODE DETAILS:
04:30 - "I realized what times that moms and my people and my target audience were likely to be on Pinterest"

07:30 - "I'm a really strong advocate of knowing what to your strengths are and playing to those"

11:50 - "finding that joy and that passion in it, not knowing where it leads..."

22:50 - "It made me realize that we really don't know when our time is up, we think we have all this time in the world."

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