In this episode of the Contrarian Capitalist Podcast, host Sylvania Harrod interviews Francisco Miyares, a former head of corporate development at Johnson & Johnson who transitioned into entrepreneurship. Francisco shares his journey from corporate to running his own consultancy, emphasizing the importance of process, surrounding oneself with experts, and self-reflection. He discusses how his upbringing as a first-generation Cuban American influenced his career philosophies and the value of aligning one's work with personal passions. The conversation highlights the significance of stepping out of comfort zones, maintaining a balanced life, and making strategic, long-term decisions. Francisco provides insights on avoiding the pitfalls of chasing trends and offers advice for those considering a similar transition.
In this episode of the Contrarian Capitalist Podcast, host Sylvania Harrod interviews Francisco Miyares, a former head of corporate development at Johnson & Johnson who transitioned into entrepreneurship. Francisco shares his journey from corporate to running his own consultancy, emphasizing the importance of process, surrounding oneself with experts, and self-reflection. He discusses how his upbringing as a first-generation Cuban American influenced his career philosophies and the value of aligning one's work with personal passions. The conversation highlights the significance of stepping out of comfort zones, maintaining a balanced life, and making strategic, long-term decisions. Francisco provides insights on avoiding the pitfalls of chasing trends and offers advice for those considering a similar transition.
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Connect with Francisco Miyares:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francisco-j-miyares-jr-mba-03bbb3a/