“A lot of times society... [makes] you think that if you fail at something, if you make a mistake,
​then that defines you… and I don’t see it like that. I see mistakes as learning lessons.
I see failures as you falling forward into your greatness.”
- Donya Zimmerman

There are many things in life that unite us as a species. One of these things is the fear of failure. So many of our decisions are based loosely, if not solely, around attempting to avoid failure that it can be paralyzing at times. My guest this week has a fresh take on failing. Donya Zimmerman embraces failure because she knows that without it, we could never enjoy the euphoria of success.
    Donya’s journey has been a long and difficult one. She went from having her dream career as a lawyer to one day becoming disbarred. On top of the devastation of not being able to practice her passion, she was forced to go on food stamps. Little did she know, however, that the trip to apply for food stamps would change her life forever.
    Donya Zimmerman is a powerhouse woman who knows what she wants and will work until she gets it. Throughout the episode, she gives great legal advice for any business, new or old, to ensure a successful path. Are you covering your assets? Not sure?  Donya can help.

In this interview, Donya Zimmerman discusses:

• How her business “Powerful Biz Woman” came to be. [1:20]
• Why we shouldn’t see failures as bad things [3:40]
• How she uses her law degree and experience to help other entrepreneurs. [6:21]
• The five people you need your business dream team.  [9:14]
• How she went from not knowing what she was going to do next to sharing her story on stage with others. [16:03]
• Her two books. [23:08]
• Her business conference and women’s retreat.  [26:52]

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Overcome the obstacles and cover your assets in this episode of the Succeed Against the Odds podcast.

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