Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Cathy Christen. In this conversation, Jared Van Dyne, Vice President of World Food Products, shares the journey of his family business, the dynamics of working with family, and the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship. He discusses the challenges and joys of running a family business, the significance of maintaining harmony amidst stress, and his leadership style focused on team culture and accountability. Jared also highlights the innovative products they are launching and the future direction of the company.

Guest Bio:

Jared Van Duyn is the Vice President of World Food Products Inc. and their highly popular and famed Jumbo Sunflower Seeds (http://jumboseeds.com). The company is a family owned business that began in the early days as a trading company, trading nuts, dried fruits and various trail mixes. Now it has has evolved into a retail brand focused on quality snacks and providing happiness in every bite.

Takeaways:

• The journey of World Food Products has been a roller coaster ride.
• Family dynamics play a crucial role in business operations.
• Maintaining harmony is more important than achieving balance.
• Resilience is key to overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship.
• Leadership involves setting a good example and investing in team development.
• The importance of not bringing work stress home to family.
• Innovation and product diversification are essential for growth.
• Building a strong team culture fosters accountability and success.
• Learning from failures is crucial for long-term success.
• The future of the company includes a focus on cleaner, sustainable products.

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http://jumboseeds.com

https://worldfoodproducts.com

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