Business challenges come in various shapes and sizes, and they are an inevitable part of any entrepreneur’s journey. To understand the toughest obstacles that Dallas executives have faced in their careers, we reached out to them for their insights.
Josh Irving, the CEO of I&A Agave Spirits, highlighted the importance of understanding employee motivation to maintain a passionate team. He emphasized the need to continuously engage with employees to keep them motivated and focused on the company’s goals. Elizabeth Blau, founder of Blau + Associates, shared her experience of gender inequity in the restaurant industry that she encountered in 2019. This led her to co-found the Women’s Hospitality Initiative, which aims to support and advance women leaders in the industry. Through her initiative, she is working towards creating a more inclusive and diverse environment in the culinary world. Henry Woodruff, managing director of EPIQ Capital Group, shared his experience of helping establish the company in 2018. Being part of the founding team and building a company from scratch was challenging but rewarding for Woodruff. Despite facing intense days and challenging weeks, he found the journey enriching and educational. Looking back after a year, Woodruff saw progress and was motivated to continue growing his momentum with his team.
Overall, challenges are an inherent part of running a business. However, by understanding these challenges and working towards overcoming them, executives can build stronger teams and achieve their goals successfully.
