In this episode, LuRae sits down with 25-year-old Milena Dujakovich, the powerhouse behind Laguna Beach’s Wild Strawberry Café.

After graduating with a finance degree and working in a corporate role, Milena made the life-empowering decision to leave the illusion of a steady paycheck to pursue a more intentional and heart-centered life.

She shares how her early exposure to entrepreneurship shaped her values, why she believes in choosing discipline over ease, and the importance of rejecting societal expectations in favor of personal growth.

This episode is a must-listen for young professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone craving a life of authenticity, passion, and purpose.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Why Taking Care of Yourself Is the First Step to Success
• 00:00:32 - Meet Milena Dujakovich: The 25-Year-Old Who Swapped Spreadsheets for Lattes
• 00:01:15 - How Wild Strawberry Café Became More Than Just a Business
• 00:01:29 - Lessons Learned from Scrubbing Drains to Following her Dreams
• 00:03:22 - Hustle, Heart, and the Quest for Balance
• 00:03:59 - Ditching the Script: Saying No to What Society Expects
• 00:09:44 - The Moment Milena Said Goodbye to the 9-to-5
• 00:13:32 - Brewing More Than Coffee: Building a Café That Connects People
• 00:16:17 - Real Talk: What It Really Takes to Chase Your Dream
• 00:20:49 - Final Thoughts: Tune Out the Noise, Trust Your Gut

Links and Resources:

• Milena Dujakovich on Instagram
• Wild Strawberry Café
• LuRae Lumpkin on LinkedIn
• You Can Be Free Newsletter
• You Can Be Free on YouTube

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