“I believe in leading with empathy, kindness, and putting my employees and clients first over negativity.” — Samantha Zink

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Is it your goal to create an impact in the world with your brand this year?

In today’s fast-paced and often superficial business landscape, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Samantha Zink, founder and CEO of Zink Talent, knows the industry’s trials all too well. After developing a wealth of expertise by navigating through various agencies, she found her voice and the courage to launch her own business, even after experiencing the setback of being fired. Her journey from a high-pressure New York City PR gig to successfully managing her influencer agency serves as wisdom for how to not just build a successful company but also create a life that resonates with your highest values.

In this episode of The Elevated Life podcast, we’re sharing “Creating Impact as a Female Entrepreneur with Samantha Zink” so you can remain authentic in the hustle and bustle of running a thriving business. If you want to know how to create a successful brand while keeping balance in your day-to-day life, then this episode is for you!

Tune in to hear:

• Samantha’s journey from working in the toxic environment of NYC’s fashion and PR industry to founding her own successful talent agency
• How Samantha navigated the impacts of low salary and high-stress work environments on her mental health
• Tips on growing your online business and understanding the importance of networking
• How to lead with empathy and protect your energy as an entrepreneur

Creating Impact as a Female Entrepreneur with Samantha Zink

Listening to Your Inner Voice

Despite the pressure of the fast paced environment of New York’s fashion and PR world, Samantha’s decision to pivot from traditional media to influencer management was less about running from the toxicity and more about running toward her true calling. An epiphany on a New York subway led her to trust her intuition, birthing Zinc Talent.

Breaking Through the Comfort Barrier

Many remain trapped in careers or relationships out of familiarity, too afraid of the unknown to make a change, regardless of how unfulfilling their current situation may be. Samantha encourages us to overcome this comfort barrier and make intentional decisions aligned with our joy and passion.

Building a Soul-Led Business

For Samantha, success in business isn’t just about financial gain but about creating a work environment that resonates with her team’s happiness and well-being. Her spiritual approach has shaped Zinc Talent into a company that values empathy, kindness, and genuine connections over traditional tactics.

Creating Impact as a Female Entrepreneur with Samantha Zink

[02:23] Samantha’s journey from PR graduate to influencer management

[03:58] The turning point that brought Samantha out of her toxic work environment and into entrepreneurship

[05:44] Why Samantha believes in choosing happiness over comfort

[09:04] The importance of experience and continuous learning in business

[18:01] How Samantha’s agency, Zink Talent, approaches influencer management

[26:12] Embracing success and avoiding burnout as a female entrepreneur

[27:07] The ideal partner for a successful woman

[32:33] When to consider hiring a PR team

[35:59] The power of using TikTok as a social media platform in business

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