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Entrepreneurship 101 | Leah Coss: Become the Person You Admire — Building Confidence, Identity & the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs What if the greatest business you could ever build wasn't a company, but the person you choose to become? Entrepreneurship 101, hosted by Daniel Lucas and presented by Universal Podcast Network, welcomes Leah Coss, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder and CEO of Build a Biz Kids, a charitable organization dedicated to helping young people develop confidence, creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial thinking. With a powerful philosophy centered on personal identity and self-discovery, Leah challenges traditional ideas about success, education, parenting, and the future of work. Her message is both simple and transformative: Become the person you admire, by design, not default. From navigating personal struggles and self-doubt to building businesses and empowering young entrepreneurs, Leah's journey explores the relationship between personal identity, meaningful achievement, and the courage to challenge expectations. Through Build a Biz Kids, she advocates for experiential learning that allows children to develop practical skills by creating, experimenting, solving problems, and bringing their ideas to life. What if confidence cannot simply be taught, but must be developed through meaningful experiences? In This Episode, Explore: The Power of Personal Identity Discover why Leah believes identity forms the foundation of lasting personal transformation and how individuals can begin defining who they want to become. Becoming the Person You Admire Explore Leah's philosophy of intentionally developing values, habits, and behaviors that align with the person you aspire to be. The 11-Year-Old Entrepreneur Learn how Leah's childhood experiences selling products at flea markets influenced her understanding of confidence, independence, and entrepreneurial freedom. Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome Hear Leah's perspective on navigating self-doubt, burnout, and the gap between external achievements and personal fulfillment. The Story Behind Build a Biz Kids Discover what inspired Leah to co-found an organization focused on preparing children for real-world challenges through entrepreneurial education. Entrepreneurship as a Life Skill Explore why entrepreneurship can teach young people creativity, problem-solving, responsibility, resilience, and adaptability beyond the goal of starting a business. Confidence Through Experience Examine why Leah believes practical experiences and independent decision-making can help children develop confidence. Rethinking Traditional Education Discuss how experiential learning can complement classroom education and help students apply knowledge to real-world situations. Launch Your Business for Kids Explore the Build a Biz Kids course designed for children ages 7 to 13 and its approach to introducing young learners to entrepreneurship. Preparing Children for an Uncertain Future Consider how parents, educators, and communities can help young people develop transferable skills in a rapidly changing economy. Challenging Outdated Parenting Habits Discuss how parenting approaches may influence independence, initiative, problem-solving, and confidence. The Future of Career Development Explore Leah's perspective on changing career paths and why young people may increasingly need to develop adaptable skills. Building Resilience Through Challenges Learn how navigating setbacks and uncertainty can contribute to personal growth and entrepreneurial development. Redefining Success and Fulfillment Explore why professional achievement does not always guarantee personal satisfaction and how individuals can align their ambitions with their values. Empowering the Next Generation Discover Leah's vision for helping young people recognize their abilities, take initiative, and develop confidence in shaping their futures. Entrepreneurship Begins With the Person You Become Leah Co