Putting yourself out there is always a scary thing. Putting yourself out there when you have kids and you're half of all of the income stream in your house is even harder. While many of us have done it, few have come out of a bad risk situation even stronger and better than they planned.

Today, we have the pleasure of learning from Clover and Bloom founder, Merri Haren. Merri came to us in a bad situation that was out of her control. She got tangled in a mess caused by an insecure photographer who failed to adhere to industry standards and pulled the wool over her eyes. Merri's attempt to branch out to the California market from Ohio by second shooting ended up costing her out of pocket, and a pro-longed legal battle that did nothing but sully the images as a result of the tainted experience.

Listen as we walk through the ordeal and how Merri has come out of this continuing to thrive and grow. Good gals do finish first!

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Deanna and Desiree take a close look at their Q3 journey. They dive into a deep discussion about practical changes that small business owners can consider, including the specific adjustments that Desiree has guided Deanna to implement in her own business.

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Deanna and Desiree talk about AI and their thoughts on the Writers' Strike.

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Maybe we're biased, but this might be the best one yet-certainly, our favorite! And it all started with a spite jar.

Deanna and Desiree talk about external pitfalls and, removing bad habits, and what has worked for them. No legal talk, just real talk today.

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They're back! After a much needed break, Deanna and Desiree are back to talk about the issue that everyone wants to know about, but don't know it until it's too late. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR).

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Deanna and Desiree get in the wayback machine and review recent sexual orientation discrimination cases through a law school approach. Because the law is still evolving in this area, and headlines are easier to understand than the case text, it's no wonder people misconstrue rulings based only on the overly broad lamen synopsis in the media.

This is definitely a tough topic to cover, but it's so important for people to understand the interplay between business rights and discrimination laws.

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Happy Juneteenth!

In this episode, Deanna and Desiree reflect on their weekend adventure at the county fair. They discuss the importance of trying new things and putting yourself in places where your ideal clients are, and your competition isn't. This valuable lesson applies to all small business owners, as they share their experiences promoting the estate planning and immigration side of Deanna's business. Tune in to gain insights on expanding your reach and connecting with potential customers in unexpected ways.

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Deanna and Desiree catch up after a week off. Desiree discusses her first trip without kids since having kids, first time being invited to a wedding as a guest only, and first time at an all-inclusive resort. Deanna catches us up on the upcoming fundraiser for Sale Ranch Animal Sanctuary and the donations needed for a silent and live auction. The ladies share tips and thoughts on working while traveling at __:__.

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Join Deanna and Desiree in this inspiring episode of Founder's Fika as they explore the journey of Morgan Kennedy, the Fearless Founder of Balance Creative Agency. From her beginnings as a wedding photographer to her transformation into a business consultant and brand strategist, Morgan has consistently pushed the boundaries of her creative pursuits. Discover how her background and experiences have shaped her innovative approach to branding and marketing, as she shares invaluable insights on harnessing creativity and driving business growth.

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