Ep. 15 Bambi Price - From Self-Doubt to Success When Starting a Business After 50
80% of women over 50 who dream of starting their own business never take the first step. Money worries. Fear of failure. Lack of confidence. Sound familiar? In my latest podcast episode, I sit down with Bambi Price, cofounder of Seniorpreneurs and War on Wasted Talent, who started her first business at 55 and has since helped thousands of mature-age entrepreneurs make the leap. This conversation explores what it really takes to start a business later in life and offers practical insights, honest reflections, and actionable strategies for women considering their own move into solo business.
Key Topics
How to overcome self-doubt and validate your business idea before investing time and money
The critical difference between younger and older entrepreneurs—and why being over 50 is actually an advantage
Essential first steps to take before quitting your job
Why diversity in teams and perspectives leads to faster, more sustainable business success
How AI tools can accelerate your startup phase when used strategically and thoughtfully
Keywords
Women over 50, Entrepreneurship, Business start-up, Self-doubt, Validation, Diversity, AI in business, Success stories, Mature entrepreneurs, Work-life balance
Guest: Bambi Price
On LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bambiprice/
War on Wasted Talent - https://waronwastedtalent.com.au
Resources
Simon Sinek on Leadership and Failure - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qp0HIF3SfI4
Harvard Business Review Article - https://hbr.org/tip/2026/03/keep-self-doubt-at-bay-when-starting-a-business
A Message From Me:
I offer one-on-one coaching, small-group programs and a monthly online discussion group to support women navigating career and life changes. If you’re at a crossroads and want to create your own path and truly flourish – on your own terms, get in touch: https://www.flourishafterfifty.com.au/contact-us
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