Aug 16, 2022
Donna Loughlin’s work focuses on working with visionary companies and leaders that are creating the future we all want to see. Donna shares how her experience as a journalist, writer, and Young Explorer influenced her work as a futurist and PR agent. She discusses the importance of relationships in the business world and how being able to build strong relationships is one of the most important skills that a futurist can have. Donna also shares some advice for women who are struggling to balance their work and personal lives. She advises women to ask for help, stand up for themselves, and be confident in asking for what they need.This conversation was insightful and informative thanks to Donna’s unique perspective on the field of futurism and public relations, which will be sure to interest any women looking to improve their business skills or jump into a new career path.
Donna Loughlin is the Founder of LMGPR and known for her work with futurists and innovators. She has taken more than 500 companies from stealth to market leaders since forming her agency in 2002. She is also the host of BeforeItHappened, a leading narrative podcast. Donna excels in the realm of storytelling, and uses those skills to propel new companies into the mainstream.
Let’s tune in to her story!
[00:01 - 11:01] Opening Segment
[11:02 - 16:24] On Starting Her Entrepreneurial Journey
[16:25 - 27:01] How a Single Mom Managed to Start and Run a Successful Business
[27:01 - 27:38] Becoming an Entrepreneur Is Not for the Safe
[40:40 - 47:28] Closing Segment
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Tweetable Quotes
“If you don't ask you don't know… It’s important to be vulnerable. Asking for help doesn't mean you're not capable. Asking for help doesn't mean that you're not powerful.” – Donna Loughlin
“I didn’t look back. And what that allowed me to do was, not only was I resilient and quick, but I had everything, the instincts and the makings, to [start my own business]. I thought I would be independent and establish my own business, but I always put it in my back pocket.” – Donna Loughlin
“Agility is a really good thing. We need a lot of agility in our life.” – Donna Loughlin
“If we're not growing and
not learning, we're not evolving. I am the first person to have
super high expectations for myself but I also need to accept that I
can't necessarily do it all.” – Donna Loughlin