Kristie knows firsthand what it means to take a risk and trust the unknown. After being fired from corporate America, I made the bold decision to bet on myself—and within 90 days, I opened a brick-and-mortar healthy café that not only transformed my life but also inspired others in my community. Through my coaching and apprenticeship program, I’ve had the privilege of helping others open healthy cafés of their own, creating ripple effects of health, entrepreneurship, and impact far beyond my own business. My story is proof that sometimes the biggest setbacks can become the foundation for something greater.
That same lesson carried into my personal life. Just 2½ years into business, I was given the opportunity to temporarily care for a friend’s child, Ella, for what was supposed to be 6 to 8 months. Fast-forward two years later, and I now have full custody of her. Today, I continue to grow my businesses while showing up fully as Ella’s mom—coaching her softball team, taking her to gymnastics, and keeping her connected to the community. In business and in life, I’ve learned that when you take a risk, you never know where it can lead—but often, it leads exactly where you’re meant to be.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- That taking bold career risks can transform unexpected job loss into entrepreneurial opportunity and growth.
- How betting on yourself within 90 days can lead to launching a successful brick-and-mortar business.
- Why building a health-focused business can create ripple effects that inspire community-wide transformation and wellness.
- That coaching and mentorship can empower others to successfully launch and grow their own nutrition businesses.
- How resilience after corporate job loss can fuel long-term entrepreneurial success and personal reinvention.
- Why trusting uncertain life transitions can unexpectedly lead to deeper purpose and meaningful direction.
- That balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood requires adaptability, commitment, and presence in everyday family life.
- How community impact grows when a business is built on accessibility, support, and shared wellness values.
- Why setbacks can become the foundation for building a purpose-driven business and meaningful personal legacy.
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