34-year-old competed on 'Survivor' after starting her own business from her apartment and NYC-to-D.C. train commute: It 'truly was a reset'

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Bianca Roses, 34, juggled launching her PR agency, Roses PR, with competing on season 48 of 'Survivor'.
She moved from New Jersey to Arlington, Virginia, and often worked on her business during commutes between New York and D.C.
Roses left a full-time tech PR role because she felt unchallenged and wanted to return to hands-on PR work.
The 'Survivor' casting process was rigorous and lengthy, taking place while she was building her business.
To explain her unavailability during filming, Roses created a cover story about a health and wellness client retreat.
She hired a temporary employee to ensure her business continued operating while she was filming.
Skills from her PR career, such as pitching, storytelling, relationship building, and adaptability, proved useful on 'Survivor'.
The experience of being unplugged for four to six weeks was a significant reset, providing motivation and stamina for her business.
Since returning, Roses has incorporated lessons learned, like leaving her phone behind during walks and rediscovering hobbies.

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