Young Boss with Isabelle Guarino

Author: The Young Boss Podcast

YOUNG BOSS is a place for young bosses and entrepreneurs of all industries to collaborate and chat about the expected (and unexpected) challenges of being a successful, young professional in today's business environment. Tune in weekly for discussions about leadership, personal growth, networking & building relationships, raising capital, business strategy and SO much more. 
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Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail: The Truth About Execution
Wednesday, 5 November, 2025

Why do most entrepreneurs fail? It’s not about the ideas, it’s all about execution. In this inspiring conversation, Isabelle Guarino dives into the truth about entrepreneurship with special guest Paisley Coxsey, a seasoned fractional COO and founder of Fractional Wave. If you’re a young boss struggling with scaling your business or feeling stuck in execution, this episode is packed with practical advice and success strategies to help you break through.Paisley shares her unique experiences betting on herself, scaling businesses without a roadmap, and helping business owners make tough calls to achieve real growth. Discover how fractional leaders are redefining business strategy for small companies, why embracing uncomfortable change is essential, and how to know when it’s time to transition from part-time solutions to full-time leadership. It’s a powerful lesson in navigating the highs and lows of the business journey, proving that your youth is your power.Stay tuned for actionable insights, financial literacy tips, and motivational moments designed to empower young entrepreneurs like you. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok, and subscribe here for more episodes of Young Boss. Let’s build the business and life you deserve!#integratorrole #fractionalcoo #businessexecutionstrategies #entrepreneurshipchallenges #businessexecutionfailuresCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:10 - Paisley Coxy’s Journey to Fractional COO02:45 - Ideal Clients for Fractional COOs04:26 - Fractional Executives: The New Hot Trend06:07 - Essential Fractional Roles for Businesses07:11 - Determining the Right Amount of Fractional Support08:29 - Paisley’s Future Plans for Fractional Wave11:36 - Decision-Making Challenges for Multiple Businesses13:18 - Marketing Strategies to Attract Clients16:33 - EOS Model: Integrator vs. Visionary18:56 - Transitioning from Integrator to Visionary Role21:21 - Challenges of Being a Solopreneur22:44 - Strategies for Staying Focused and Productive26:30 - Common Mistakes Business Owners Make27:24 - Myths About Integrators in Business29:37 - How to Connect with Paisley30:00 - Final Words of Wisdom30:30 - OUTROSubscribe to Young Boss with Isabelle Guarino wherever you get your podcasts, and be sure to like, share and follow on Instagram and TikTok.And remember, youth is your power.