Kathryn Finney, managing partner of Genius Scaled, a $20 million venture fund and studio that invests in amazing Black founders and author of Build The Damn Thing, joins the podcast to discuss her evolution into entrepreneurship, the importance of being honest with yourself when thinking about going out on your own, and how your exit number should be your guiding force. With Kathryn’s unmatched entrepreneurial experience, she gives us actionable steps and solid advice that you can start working on today if you’re looking to build the damn thing. In this episode we discuss: The importance of being honest with yourself before you jump into entrepreneurship Figuring out your exit number so you can pursue your own venture How a budget fashion blog evolved into a venture capitalist career When it’s time to start thinking about your exit strategy Various funding options from entrepreneurs + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get Kathryn's book-Build The Damn Thing Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Kathryn: Website Instagram:@HiIAmKathryn Twitter:@KathrynFinney Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide