When Liz Fillmore, Co-Founder, Creative Writer, Content Creator and Social Media Specialist of Hey Rebel Creative joined the Growth Peer Mentorship Program, her business was going through a transition. Looking to secure more clients to maintain a steady cash flow, she knew that fresh perspectives would be pivotal in helping her solve an ongoing challenge.
When she connected with other entrepreneurs through the program, she says “Learning they faced similar struggles was a relief. We always think someone is lightyears ahead of where we are because of the confidence they exude when in reality, most of us are facing the same things–just in different ways. This group taught me to appreciate my own growth, embrace the value of my unique perspective and skills, and acknowledge that not every task has to be completed in a single day. That sort of encouragement and permission to be kind to yourself from your peers is empowering, inspiring, and comforting.”
Like many, Liz had become accustomed to the idea that entrepreneurs need to be “ultra-confident, competitive, and sometimes ruthless” in order to succeed, but her mentorship group provided a space that welcomed vulnerability, opened the door for questions, and enabled her to think more deeply. This allowed her to experiment with new ideas that might have previously been outside of her comfort zone, helping her to overcome her barriers.
With a deep understanding of just how valuable the support of fellow entrepreneurs is, Liz has continued to uplift others in the community by becoming a mentor for The Forum Mentor Program Presented by The Scotiabank Women Initiative®, sharing her knowledge as a speaker through The Forum E-Series Presented by RBC, and volunteering her time to answer questions and join coffee chats.
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