TLDR;
In this podcast, Sira Safira interviews Putri Rosdiani, a businesswoman from Central Java, about overcoming personal limits and discovering hidden potential. Putri shares her journey from being a village girl who migrated to the capital city to becoming a successful businesswoman with B Erl, highlighting her initial struggles, motivations, and the challenges she faced. She emphasizes the importance of family, faith, and resilience in achieving her dreams, including helping her parents and siblings, and eventually performing Umrah for her parents.
- Putri's journey from a village girl to a successful businesswoman.
- Overcoming challenges and finding strength through faith and family.
- The importance of resilience, positive mindset, and mutual support in business and life.
Introduction [0:53]
Sira Safira introduces Putri Rosdiani from Central Java, setting the stage to discuss surpassing personal limitations and uncovering hidden potential. Putri is acknowledged for her success and radiant appearance. The conversation aims to explore Putri's background before her entry into the business world.
Early Life and Career [1:53]
Before joining B Erl, Putri was a village girl who moved to the capital city with the hope of improving her life and supporting her parents and siblings. She worked various jobs, including one at a school where she assisted the headmaster with administrative tasks due to their lack of tech skills. Dissatisfied with the low salary, she moved to a provider company in Jakarta, where she worked for five years. During this time, she started selling various products online via Facebook and Blackberry Messenger, eventually being introduced to Bunda Erlani and B Erl by a colleague.
Dreams and Motivations [3:57]
Putri's initial dream was to support her parents and fund her siblings' education, which she began to achieve through B Erl. After her father passed away in Sulawesi, her motivation grew stronger as she wanted to bring her family to Sulawesi and later perform Umrah for her parents. By 2019, she was able to fulfill her dream of performing Umrah for her mother and grandfather, after joining B Erl in 2017.
Meeting Bunda Erlani [5:13]
Putri first met Bunda Erlani at a gathering in Tangerang around 2018, bringing her young child with her. She felt excited and energized upon meeting Bunda, whose positive energy and motivational words had a significant impact on her. The gathering allowed her to connect with other B Erl distributors, share experiences, and gain more motivation in her business.
Initial Fears and Challenges in Business [6:30]
Putri initially feared the challenges of managing a team and dealing with different personalities in the business. She knew that she had to overcome her fears and face the challenges to survive and grow. Overcoming these fears helped her strengthen her mental resilience.
Challenges Faced After Joining B Erl [7:31]
After joining B Erl, Putri faced challenges such as competition and personal issues that affected her focus. As a mother and wife, she often dealt with sick children, marital issues, and family conflicts, which caused distractions. She also found it challenging to align her team with a unified vision and mission, as it was difficult to control and motivate everyone.
Being a Leader and Motivating the Team [9:02]
To motivate her team, Putri believes in leading by example, sharing positive content, and organizing meet-ups. She understands that each team member has a unique character and may be facing personal challenges. She emphasizes the importance of knowing each team member, fostering open communication, and sharing experiences to maintain team unity.
Team Conflicts and Resolution [10:39]
Putri mentions that while her team has not experienced major conflicts, there have been instances of tension due to personal issues. In such cases, she believes in the importance of one person taking the initiative to calm down and understand the situation. Drawing from Bunda Erlani's teachings, she emphasizes using knowledge and patience to resolve conflicts and provide understanding.
Turning Points and Gratitude [12:06]
Putri shares that her turning point was during her Umrah, where she could confide in Allah, introspect, and share experiences with fellow travelers. She realized that she had much to be grateful for and learned to accept Allah's plans with a calm and sincere heart.
Performing Umrah for Parents [13:22]
Putri recounts her experience of performing Umrah for her mother and grandfather in 2019, after her father's passing in 2017. Although she regrets that her father did not get to enjoy the fruits of her success with B Erl, she found solace in performing Umrah on his behalf. She felt her father's presence during her two Umrah trips, which brought her comfort.
Missing Her Father [15:41]
Putri expresses her sadness that her father is not present to see her success and his grandchildren grow up. She wishes he could have been there to share in their joys and achievements. She longs to share her experiences with him, hug him, and take him on vacation with his grandchildren.
Motivation and Inspiration [17:50]
Putri's children are her biggest motivation, as she wants to ensure they have a better future than she did. Having a husband who is also an orphan, she is determined to provide her children with opportunities and successes that she and her husband missed out on during their childhoods.
Helping Others Perform Umrah [18:56]
Putri shares her belief in the importance of doing good and helping others, which led her to sponsor Umrah trips for her housekeeper, a religious teacher, and a Quran teacher. She believes that her success is partly due to their prayers and that kindness is always rewarded.
Achievements with B Erl [20:42]
Economically, B Erl has significantly improved Putri's life, allowing her to perform Umrah for her family and build a house and buy a car with cash. Personally, she has become more positive and less critical. She credits the positive influence and advice from the owners of B Erl for her personal growth.
Relationship with Bunda Erlani [22:49]
Putri often consults Bunda Erlani via WhatsApp, especially when feeling down or needing advice. She finds comfort in Bunda's calming and supportive guidance. Their Umrah trip together provided an opportunity for deeper sharing and problem-solving. Bunda's advice on handling teams, especially in managing egos and maintaining control, has been invaluable.
Struggles and Support [25:50]
Putri admits to having moments of struggle and tears, during which she relies on Bunda Erlani for support and motivation. She emphasizes the importance of focus and dedication in business, learning from Bunda to handle different principles and opinions within the team. Despite occasional friction, Bunda continues to embrace and appreciate all B Erl partners.
Messages for Self, Team, and B Erl Family [28:02]
Putri encourages herself to continue practicing patience, sincerity, and staying true to herself while facing challenges. She expresses pride and gratitude for her solid and united team. For the B Erl family, she emphasizes that women are strong and capable of turning weaknesses into strengths to achieve their dreams. She urges them to persevere, support each other, and uphold the B Erl name.
Special Message for Bunda Erlani [30:34]
Putri expresses her gratitude to Bunda Erlani for her continuous support and prayers, hoping she remains a motivating figure without any animosity towards her partners.
Motivation for Women and Invitation to Join B Erl [31:16]
Putri motivates women to be independent and have their own income, as they cannot always rely on the men in their lives. She encourages women to join the B Erl family for additional income and invites those in the Banyumas area to visit her offline store to learn more about the products and business opportunities.
