In this episode of the Farm Family Harmony Podcast, join Elaine as she takes you on a journey to "Discussing the Undiscussable." With engaging anecdotes and practical tools, you'll learn how to address those unresolved issues within your family farm, fostering better communication, understanding, and ultimately, harmony. Don't miss this insightful episode filled with valuable transition tips and tactics to enhance your farm family relationships. Download for free here: elainefroese.com/free-planning-resources/ Book Elaine Froese to Speak at Your Next Event: elainefroese.com/speaking Get a Farm Transition coach: elainefroese.com/coaching Shop Elaine’s Bookstore: elainefroese.com/shop/#books. Our founding Members launch is now past, and if you’d like to be on the waitlist to join our Farm Family Transition Membership, please sign up for the waitlist to join us in February: elainefroese.com/membership

In this episode, “The Dynamics of Conflict & its Resolutions,” Elaine introduces her guest, Crisol Gonzalez, who shares her journey from being a lawyer to embracing proactive conflict resolution practices.

Crisol emphasizes the use of “circles” as a tool to facilitate open and respectful family conversations, creating a safe space for discussions. They stress the importance of regular check-ins and communication to maintain strong family bonds.

The episode also touches on the recent loss of a close friend and highlights the need for supportive communities during challenging times, especially in farming.

Elaine and Crisol encourage listeners to check in with loved ones, engage in meaningful conversations, and seek mental health support when needed.

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In this episode, titled "Culture Beats Strategy," Elaine dives into the significance of farm team culture and the role it plays in effective farm management. She discusses how farming beliefs, farm team behavior, and decision-making on the farm all contribute to cultivating a strong farm culture. Elaine emphasizes the importance of teamwork in agriculture and the value of aligning farming values within your team. Learn how to glue your farm team together, build a collaborative farm, and lead your agricultural venture towards success. Join Elaine on this journey to discover the key principles of farming philosophy that can empower your farm family and enhance your farm's productivity. It's your farm, your family, your choice for lasting harmony and effective agricultural decision-making. Download for free here: elainefroese.com/free-planning-resources/ Book Elaine Froese to Speak at Your Next Event: elainefroese.com/speaking Get a Farm Transition coach: elainefroese.com/coaching Shop Elaine’s Bookstore: elainefroese.com/shop/#books. Our membership is launching this fall! Get simple, practical, and actionable tools to get traction in your farm transition. Join the Farm Family Transition Membership: Your Path to Harmony waitlist: elainefroese.com/membership

 In this episode, Elaine Froese meets with the witty and down to earth. Damian Mason, who is also a podcast host of the Business of Agriculture. In this episode, Damian shares thought-provoking insights into the intersection of agriculture, family, and business. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on addressing undiscussable issues, treating farming as a business, and navigating succession planning.

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Get your farm family talking and making decisions to kick-start better farm transition conversations.

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In today's episode, Elaine dives deep into the dynamics of the farmer-accountant relationship, providing valuable insights and practical tips for getting along with your accountant, working on transition plans, and fostering a strong accountant-client relationship. Join Elaine and her guest, Glenn Dogterom, a seasoned farm family coach, and accountant, as they explore the essential conversations about transition, the skill sets accountants bring to the table, and common traps to avoid. Whether you're a young farmer seeking guidance on asset buyouts or a founder looking for recommendations on improving family needs, this podcast is your ultimate resource.

Discover how to navigate the complexities of farm finances, overcome procrastination, and ensure affordability when it comes to buying out assets. Tune in now and unlock the keys to financial transparency and harmonious farm family relationships.

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In today's episode, Elaine introduces Jenna Zurba, a palliative care nurse with a background in farming who shares her story of leaving the family farm and dealing with grief and loss. As a coach, Jen helps farm families understand that grief and loss are not only related to death but also to the many losses experienced during a farm transition. She encourages families to acknowledge these losses and seek counseling to help them navigate this difficult process.

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In this episode of the The Farm Family Harmony Podcast, Elaine is joined by Lydia Carpenter, a first-generation farmer, to discuss how to get started with farm transition conversations. With a decade of experience and a successful direct market beef business, Lydia provides valuable insights and shares her own journey as a farmer. The conversation focuses on the key aspects of starting the farm transition conversation and how to navigate conflict resolution in agriculture.

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In today's episode of The Farm Family Harmony Podcast, Elaine discusses the topic of procrastination and how it is impacting agriculture and farm families. Procrastination is often tied to conflict avoidance, and many are avoiding having difficult conversations about the future of the farm and the family. In this podcast episode, Elaine offers advice for overcoming procrastination and taking action on important decisions. She also encourages farmers to work with a team of advisors, including a lawyer, accountant, financial planner, and coach, to help navigate the transition process.

Elaine also reminds listeners that the farming journey is a long one, and that taking the first step is crucial to achieving success. Tune in today’s podcast for more insights and tips. Get your farm family talking and making decisions to kick-start better farm transition conversations.

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