In this special bonus episode of Mixing Up Success, Dani sits down with her son, Aatto, who decided to run his own lemonade stand outside the bakery this summer. What started as a fun idea turned into a real-life business lesson — full of creativity, courage, and curiosity. Together, they chat about what it’s like to grow up in a family business, how to promote what you’re selling, and the joy that comes from creating something of your own.

You’ll hear how Aatto combined lemonade, comics, and flowers into one creative venture — complete with marketing videos, handmade signs, and even “dinosaur upsells.” Along the way, Dani weaves in practical lessons for entrepreneurs of all ages about storytelling, visibility, and consistency — and why “if you don’t tell the world what you’re doing, they won’t know how to buy from you.”

Whether you’re running a bakery, a side hustle, or a kid’s lemonade stand, this conversation is a sweet reminder that success starts with sharing your story.

🍋 In This Episode:

• How Aatto turned inspiration from a yard sale into his own business idea
• Why visibility and storytelling are essential for any business
• Lessons in pricing, upselling, and marketing through enthusiasm
• The value of showing up consistently — even when you can’t be there yourself
• What it’s really like growing up in a bakery family
• Kids’ perspectives on creativity, courage, and learning by doing
• A glimpse at how Dani teaches entrepreneurial mindset — starting with her own kids

🧠 Key Takeaways:

• Tell the world what you’re doing. Visibility builds connection and opportunity.
• Start small and dream big. Every creative idea is a chance to learn something new.
• Consistency matters. Keep showing up — even when it’s hard.
• Business is creative. Whether it’s cookies, comics, or lemonade, creativity fuels growth.
• Kids learn what they see. Entrepreneurship often begins by example.

🎧 Favorite Quote:

“If you don’t tell the world what you’re doing, they won’t know what’s happening — and they can’t buy from you.” — Dani Annala

Mentioned in This Episode

• The Business of Baking Course: Learn how to calculate costs, handle price objections, and raise your rates with confidence.
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