Laura Taylor: Crafting Inclusivity with Mingle Mocktails
I wanted to be somebody else I wanted to be. I'd get bombed and blackout on The Weekend and not know how it happened and tell myself, okay, I won't do that again. Anybody who's a social drinker and think that that's you know, good enough, if that's all you got, it's not so fun.
Ever wondered how a software sales career can lead to creating a popular non-alcoholic beverage? Meet Laura Taylor, the founder of Mingle Mocktails, who shares her fascinating journey with Asher Gottesman. After choosing sobriety, Laura realized the importance of feeling included in social settings, which led her to create Mingle Mocktails during a weekend getaway with friends. In this episode, she dives into how sobriety has transformed her life and made her feel like a true badass.
She also discusses practical tips for conquering fear, the vital role of self-care during tough times, and the challenges her business faced during COVID-19. Laura's story is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about building a community where everyone feels welcome, whether they drink or not. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that might just inspire you to show up for yourself and others in new ways.