Lessons From Blunt Brunch Nationals - What’s In Store for 2023?
Written by Bri Smith
Many people suffer from imposter syndrome, even highly accomplished individuals, folks with degrees, or executive-level professionals. In an industry so young yet rooted in such deep history, it's easy for people operating in the space – especially women – to fall victim to this line of thinking.
At the Blunt Brunch Las Vegas National event, entrepreneurs took the stage to share their stories of imposter syndrome and the tools they use to silence the negative dialog. Here are five pieces of wisdom from speakers and attendees to internalize in the fight against imposter syndrome.
Loving Yourself Is As Easy As 1 2 3
Written By Casey Renteria
I have always reserved edibles for pain management. Well, I used to until recently; Having food allergies makes finding edibles I can eat almost impossible. This is why I was thrilled when I found Love You Three – discovering it was women-owned and operated was a bonus! After learning more about the brand, I was curious to see if these edibles would do more for me than just manage my pain.
To Be A Woman In Cannabis Is To Be A Chemchix
Interview By The “Naive Newb” Blue Amnesia
To be a woman in cannabis is to be a “Chemchix'' and the CEO of Chemchix is leaning into that pleasure; the pleasure that is acknowledging all the incredible women making the culture what it is, the pleasure of finding and stepping into our power.
Her experience in the industry on the marketing side of things is where she began to feel the call to uplift the voices of women in the space. As she shared her experiences of repetitive stolen credit and misplaced honor with me, I understood completely how she got inspired to be the change.
What It’s Like To Be A Woman In Canna-Biz
Written By Christy Essex
My journey started by being only one of few women in cannabis meetings, gatherings, and collaboration events. As years passed, more and more women seemed to pop up at these events. All are there to support and be part of one of the greatest movements in our nation’s history!
Women who demonstrate passion and perseverance towards their goals in cannabis, despite the challenges and mountains they must climb, have GRIT!
It is not easy, and I’ve had my fair share of times I’ve thought to myself “this is the hardest thing I have ever done”- but I also know that working in the cannabis industry is the best decision I have ever made!
I truly believe that the women within the industry who will last know that the only way to truly excel and survive is to support and empower each other any chance we get.