In this episode of Roots and Roofs, host Mackenzie Shelton chats with Kelsie Rollins who shares her journey of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship in the real estate and marketing sectors. Kelsie emphasizes the significance of self-reflection, learning from failures, and maintaining a positive mindset while navigating the complexities of being a working mother and business owner. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of collaboration among small businesses in revitalizing small towns, the dynamics of business partnerships, and the innovative concept of creating community spaces like The Greenhouse. They also touch on the role of local governance in supporting business growth, strategies for achieving work-life balance amidst chaos, and key lessons learned in entrepreneurship, emphasizing adaptability and self-reflection.

Time Stamps:

01:04 Meet Kelsie Rollins: Entrepreneur and Mother

03:55 The Reality of Entrepreneurship

06:48 Taking the Leap: From Employee to Entrepreneur

10:05 Challenges of Starting a Business

15:08 Building a Supportive Community in Small Towns

24:49 Revitalizing Small Towns Through Collaboration

30:53 Building Strong Business Partnerships

34:01 Innovative Business Spaces: The Greenhouse

37:17 Community Engagement and Local Governance

39:01 Navigating Chaos: Work-Life Balance Strategies

46:32 Lessons in Entrepreneurship: Adaptability and Self-Reflection

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