Boss? Nah: Turn What You Know into a Business

Monday, February 9, 2026 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

You don’t need a million-dollar idea, rich parents, or years of experience to start a business - you need the right mindset and the skills you’re already building right now.


In this talk, entrepreneur Renee Overton-Palma shares her real, unfiltered journey from corporate life to business ownership and breaks down how everyday experiences - classes, group projects, internships, part-time jobs, leadership roles, and even side hustles - are quietly training you to be an entrepreneur.

You’ll learn how 10 powerful soft skills you’re already developing (like communication, problem-solving, adaptability, leadership, and resilience) can be used to launch and grow a business of your own. No fluff. No "overnight success" myths. Just honest insight into how to turn what you know into something that pays you.

Whether you want to start a business, run a side hustle, or just stop feeling trapped by the idea of a 9-to-5, this session will show you how to think like an owner - starting now!

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Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

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