Episode 120 - Hustle and Humor Series: Corporate Cushions to Construction with Guest Tato Corcoran

Unpolished MBA

Aug 13 2024 • 44 mins

"Hustle & Humor" is a special Summer 2024 series under the Unpolished MBA ® podcast, hosted by seasoned Atlanta-based entrepreneurs Monique Mills and Caitlin Ferguson. We dive into the realities of running a business with candid conversations, insightful advice, and a healthy dose of humor.

  • Running from August 6th to September 19th
  • Episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday

In this episode, they chat with Tato Corcoran, a former Salesforce employee and real estate investor turned entrepreneur, who shares her unconventional journey from corporate luxury to blue-collar business ownership. Tato dives deep into the realities of acquiring a small manufacturing business, dealing with cash flow crises, and navigating the psychological shift from a corporate job to owning a hands-on business. They discuss the pros and cons of "buying a glorified job," and how Tato’s action-first mentality has been both a blessing and a curse in her entrepreneurial endeavors.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • The differences between corporate life and blue-collar entrepreneurship.
  • The psychological and financial challenges of acquiring a business.
  • Real-world tips on managing cash flow in a small business.
  • The importance of taking action, even if it means learning from mistakes.
  • How to adapt and lead authentically in a new industry.

Resources Mentioned:


FOLLOW GUEST TATO CORCORAN at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatocorcoran/


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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquemills/

Bio Website: https://moniquemills.biz/

TPM Focus - Strategy Firm for Startups and SMBs: https://tpmfocus.com/


Guest Co-Host : Caitlin Ferguson

Founder of CEOF Consulting - https://www.ceofconsulting.com/