Starting 2025 Strong, Bouncing Back from Rock Bottoms, and Creative Business Strategies

THE DIGITAL AMBISYOSA | Freedom Through Online Freelancing & Entrepreneurship

In this episode, Shayne chats with Darlyn Ty-Nilo, founder of the Belle de Jour (BDJ) Planner, about her entrepreneurial journey. Darlyn shares how she started the business with just Php4,000, her strategies for growth, and the key experiences that have shaped BDJ’s success. They dive into topics such as goal-setting, navigating challenges, and the importance of passion and persistence. Darlyn discusses innovative business models, scaling up, team building, and client pitching, as well as handling setbacks and adapting to the shift to online sales. The conversation also touches on financial struggles, mental health, and valuable lessons learned along the way.

Here's what you're in for:

00:40 Starting BDJ with Just Php4,000

01:43 Innovative Business Model and Early Challenges

02:18 Pitching and Securing Clients

08:34 Scaling Up and Expanding the Business

10:47 Reflecting on Business Growth and Team Building

17:43 Goal Setting and Overcoming Challenges

21:41 Facing Setbacks and Moving Forward

23:55 The Impact of the Pandemic on Business

24:43 Adapting to Online Sales

27:09 Mental Health Challenges

31:08 Financial Struggles and Creative Solutions

40:12 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts

About Darlyn Ty-Nilo

She is the Founder and President of Viviamo! Inc. Before starting her business, she worked as a publisher and brand manager. In recent years, Darlyn has used her entrepreneurial spirit to create a thriving community of 'Bellas', young women who set goals and find purpose through journaling.

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About Shayne Fenis

With over 10 years of business experience and an innate passion for design and storytelling, Shayne blends business strategy with creativity. As the CEO of Lymlyt Digital, she uses her skills in business management and marketing to help clients achieve their goals. Specializing in content creation for online wealth and business coaches, Shayne creates impactful content that drives success.

Shayne also directs the "Win with Upwork" 30-Day Bootcamp which is a transformative program designed to boost your freelancing journey. This bootcamp guides you in optimizing your profiles and provides access to exclusive Q&A sessions, equipping you with the tools and strategies to thrive in the digital world.

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