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#6 - Alex Batdorf (ZipFit Denim / Get Sh!t Done)

Jul 09, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 6
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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Alex Batdorf's Journey with Get Sh!t Done   In this episode of the Exit Whisperer, Carrie Kerpen speaks to Alex Batdorf, CEO of Get Sh!t Done, an accelerator for women-owned businesses.   Alex shares her inspirational journey from starting businesses at 19 to her unconventional and bold exit from ZipFit Denim. The discussion highlights the disparities in business revenue generation by women, the importance of staying true to one's values, and the launch of Get Sh!t Done to support women entrepreneurs.   Alex emphasizes the need for revenue generation over merely raising funds and the systemic changes required to support female founders.     01:27 Introducing Alex Batdorf: CEO of Get Sh!t Done 01:45 The Struggles and Realities of Women Entrepreneurs 02:51  Reviving Energy and Finding Inspiration 03:26 The Importance of Being Kind, Not Nice 04:53 Redefining Success and Community 08:36 The Journey of Starting and Exiting Companies 14:40 The Birth of ZipFit Denim 17:33 Scaling and Tough Decisions 20:55 Facing the Reality 22:29 The Decision to Resign 25:49 The Burning Man Revelation 28:39 Launching Get Sh!t Done 31:10  Empowering Women Entrepreneurs 34:22 Building a Supportive Community 36:48 Scaling Impact Through Partnerships 38:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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