Change your mindset, grow your business
March 5, 2026
In this episode of Built to Shine, Vanessa Yakobson sits down with Marissa Torres, owner of Blo Daly City, for an honest conversation about what entrepreneurship really looks like behind the scenes.Marissa shares her journey from corporate work into franchise ownership, including the confidence that pushed her to take the leap, the self doubt that followed, and the mindset shift that ultimately changed everything.From navigating uncertainty during the pandemic to learning when to step out of the day to day and into true leadership, this episode explores resilience, self accountability, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Whether you’re building a business, considering entrepreneurship, or learning how to grow as a leader while balancing real life responsibilities, this conversation offers thoughtful perspective and hard earned lessons.
In this episode of Built to Shine, Vanessa Yakobson sits down with Marissa Torres, owner of Blo Daly City, for an honest conversation about what entrepreneurship really looks like behind the scenes.
Marissa shares her journey from corporate work into franchise ownership, including the confidence that pushed her to take the leap, the self doubt that followed, and the mindset shift that ultimately changed everything.
From navigating uncertainty during the pandemic to learning when to step out of the day to day and into true leadership, this episode explores resilience, self accountability, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people.
Whether you’re building a business, considering entrepreneurship, or learning how to grow as a leader while balancing real life responsibilities, this conversation offers thoughtful perspective and hard earned lessons.
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