Elysia Jane Buss
Elysia Jane Buss is a transformative confidence coach who customizes coaching packages to meet the specific needs of individuals and groups. She is playful, authentic, compassionate, confident, and well-rounded due to a life rich with both challenges and triumphs, which she has alchemized into wisdom. Elysia specializes in ethical flirting, learning to say and accept “no” in various facets of life, improving in-person communication, and aligning one’s life with their values and purpose. She is a passionate advocate for equal rights, including men’s rights, and is the founder of Global Resources for Men.
What were your initial years of growing up like? Tell us about your life before starting your corporate journey/venture/initiative.
I grew up on 15 acres in Olympia, Washington, in the U.S. My childhood was filled with imagination and freedom. My grandfather and father built a 20-foot Viking ship for my younger brothers and me to play on. Growing up on a farm, I was no stranger to responsibility and manual labor. These experiences helped me develop a strong work ethic, which served me well over the years, along with creative problem-solving skills, nurtured by my vivid imagination. My parents divorced when I was an infant, and the other set of parents lived in Seattle. I used to say I had the street smarts of the city mouse and the heart of the country mouse—skills that have helped me throughout my life.
Every industry that is now a large-scale, top-notch business once started as a small idea in the minds of entrepreneurs. What was that idea or motivation that made you start your business/initiative? What motivated you within to say, “Yes, go for it!”?
My desire for freedom and the ability to play by my own rules. I never felt like I fully fit in, and many of the businesses I worked for were filled with hypocrisy and people with scarcity mindsets. I also wanted to impact the world on a larger scale while having the freedom to travel and experience different cultures.
Would you like to share with our young budding women entrepreneurs the change you would like to see in the world if given an opportunity?
I would love to see more women embrace an abundance mindset, both personally and professionally. We should honor our strengths and seek others to complement our weaknesses, focusing on collaboration over competition. So many people need help, and it’s a gift to be secure in oneself, enabling us to assist others holistically. Knowing that everyone can be talented yet not the right fit for a particular client is important—that’s why expanding networks and referring clients to heart-centered entrepreneurs with integrity is essential. Additionally, becoming financially literate is crucial. I cannot stress enough the importance of setting your business up correctly from the beginning. Save money and trademark your business name. Ensure taxes are being properly handled, no matter how small the income is initially. Get a skilled accountant, track deductions, and consult a business coach or attorney to establish everything properly. It’s a smart and necessary approach.
Women are a growing force in workplaces worldwide, standing shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts. There are cracks in glass ceilings everywhere, with many women breaking through to carve out a space at the top. What are your thoughts about women in leadership today?
Leadership is not just about work; it’s about how we lead in all areas of life—how we parent, support our communities, build relationships, and stand by our values. True leadership is about lifting others up, not always needing to be right, and sometimes letting others take the lead when appropriate. Women possess incredible strength, intellect, grace, creative problem-solving abilities, and much more, making them remarkable leaders. I believe it’s vital for women to embrace their natural strengths and understand they don’t need to act like men to be exceptional leaders. It’s about finding balance between masculine and feminine energy, which exists within all of us, regardless of gender.
What’s the most important thing you have learned in your personal life and professional journey? What is your personal motto in life?
My personal motto is, “The way out is the way through.” The most important lessons I’ve learned are that entitlement and blaming others are the quickest paths to failure. Don’t be an ostrich—pursue what excites you and confront the uncomfortable challenges in life. Success is often found on the other side of discomfort.
With your grit and determination, you are making a considerable impact, breaking through, and serving as a role model for many budding entrepreneurs. What would you want to say to our young women leaders/audience reading this?
Holding yourself accountable without guilt or resentment is key. Own what is yours without falling into a victim mindset. Many people readily hand over their power because they refuse to reflect on how they contributed to unfavorable situations or relationships. By holding yourself accountable, you empower yourself to make changes. This allows you to live in alignment with your values and integrity, ultimately enabling you to progress further and faster in life and business. If you want to feel empowered, work on yourself first, alongside any external battles you face.
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