# What it's really like building a business in your 20's with Maya Vertigans

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Podcast: [She Is Courageous Podcast with Shelley Bosworth](https://stenobird.com/podcast/she-is-courageous-podcast-with-shelley-bosworth-7029339)
Published: 2026-02-09T02:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shelleybosworthofficial.com/shes-courageous-podcast/
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## Resource

What happens when you know you want more, but you’re building it earlier than everyone around you? In this guest episode, Shelley is joined by Maya Vertigans, founder of award-winning, eco-conscious agency Planner Bee VA Services. At just 26, Maya has grown her business from a solo freelancer to a six-figure agency with a growing team, and she’s done it without following the “expected” path. This is an honest conversation about starting young, leading before you feel ready, and learning to trust yourself when you don’t have a blueprint to follow. Maya shares the reality of ageism, identity, and responsibility — alongside the freedom and resilience that come with building a business in your twenties. If you’ve ever felt out of step with your peers, questioned your credibility, or wondered whether you’re doing it “the right way”, this episode will give you perspective — and permission — to do things your way. In this episode, you’ll hear how to: Navigate ageism and self-doubt without shrinking yourself Build a values-led business without waiting for permission Create space for growth before you feel ready Connect with Maya on Instagram Check out Planner Bee VA Services here Want more of this kind of real, practical mindset work? The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise @shelleybosworth.official 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop…

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