#6 - Alex Batdorf (ZipFit Denim / Get Sh!t Done)

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Alex Batdorf's Journey with Get Sh!t Done

 

In this episode of the Exit Whisperer, Carrie Kerpen speaks to Alex Batdorf, CEO of Get Sh!t Done, an accelerator for women-owned businesses.

 

Alex shares her inspirational journey from starting businesses at 19 to her unconventional and bold exit from ZipFit Denim. The discussion highlights the disparities in business revenue generation by women, the importance of staying true to one's values, and the launch of Get Sh!t Done to support women entrepreneurs.

 

Alex emphasizes the need for revenue generation over merely raising funds and the systemic changes required to support female founders.

 

 

01:27 Introducing Alex Batdorf: CEO of Get Sh!t Done

01:45 The Struggles and Realities of Women Entrepreneurs

02:51  Reviving Energy and Finding Inspiration

03:26 The Importance of Being Kind, Not Nice

04:53 Redefining Success and Community

08:36 The Journey of Starting and Exiting Companies

14:40 The Birth of ZipFit Denim

17:33 Scaling and Tough Decisions

20:55 Facing the Reality

22:29 The Decision to Resign

25:49 The Burning Man Revelation

28:39 Launching Get Sh!t Done

31:10  Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

34:22 Building a Supportive Community

36:48 Scaling Impact Through Partnerships

38:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement