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In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Riffel, a multifaceted entrepreneur who has mastered the art of juggling various roles and businesses. Vanessa shares her inspiring journey, which kickstarted with the adoption of her son in 2020, leading to her ventures into mattress flipping, hosting an Airbnb, and owning a Nautical Bowls franchise in Minnesota, all while managing a full-time insurance job and motherhood. She discusses the challenges and rewards of running multiple businesses, the importance of community connection, and her vision for the future. Tune in to hear Vanessa’s incredible story and gain insights into what it takes to succeed as a serial entrepreneur.
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00:00 Introduction to Vanessa Riffle: The Multi-Role Entrepreneur
01:17 The Adoption Journey and the Birth of a Side Hustle
02:52 The Mattress Flipping Business Takes Off
04:53 Navigating Challenges and Expanding Ventures
07:04 Venturing into Airbnb and Real Estate
09:02 Launching the Nautical Bowls Franchise
13:12 The Realities of Running a Franchise
17:26 Balancing Multiple Roles and Future Aspirations
20:51 Navigating Self-Employment Challenges
22:28 Balancing Work and Personal Relationships
24:27 Structuring Roles in a Family Business
25:47 Managing Multiple Ventures
27:37 The Reality of Entrepreneurship
30:10 Inspiration and Perseverance
34:17 Parenting and Entrepreneurship
37:23 Future Business Aspirations
40:49 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections
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