“I find, even just that connection, talking to other people… helping each other out, so important to the success of an entrepreneur because you can’t do it alone.” -Roger Pierce Starting our own businesses is a daunting prospect. There are many roads to becoming a successful entrepreneur, and each person’s journey is so different, it can often feel like we have to walk the path in isolation.  Acting in isolation, it can be hard to maintain course or connect to our purpose, chasing instead the hope of more money and clients. This is why support systems matter. When we surround ourselves with people who have or are on a journey of their own, it really helps us avoid common pitfalls and feel like we are a part of something bigger. Roger Pierce, who is an entrepreneurship expert, is this episode’s featured guest. He has spent his career not only as a successful entrepreneur but also in bringing other like-minded people together to create their own business success. Roger speaks to the power of networking and community in building successful businesses, learning to pivot and how to approach your life with purpose.  If you are tired of working for other people or are already on your journey but feel lost and isolated, this is the episode to get you thinking about the people you surround yourself with and the power of your purpose.  During this interview, you'll learn... The value of learning to pivot How to approach your life with purpose The importance of building lasting relationships To find out more about Roger, click here.  Connect with him on LinkedIn. Time Stamps 01:43 - Roger discusses his career journey  05:42 - The challenges & opportunities of small business  09:05 - Approaching your life with purpose  13:05 - Evolving through education 16:30 - The Unsure Entrepreneur  22:09 - Learning to pivot  25:52 - What’s next for small businesses  29:56 - Building lasting relationships  34:50 - Learning more about Roger