Freed Stories: Turning Five and Six Figure Businesses into Seven and Eight Figure Legacies This podcast shines a light on everyday entrepreneurs and business owners who are scaling their ventures to new heights. Each episode features a member of our community sharing their Freed Story - a journey of challenges, breakthroughs, and invaluable insights. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, these real stories of grit, determination, and creativity will educate and inspire you. Join us as we explore the diverse paths founders, entrepreneurs, and small business owners take to achieve their unique personal and professional freedom. Freed Stories is your companion on the entrepreneurial journey, proving that while the road may be challenging, you don’t have to travel it alone. Tune in for practical wisdom, innovative strategies, and the motivation to turn your business dreams into reality
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Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Episode 29: In this inspiring episode of Freed Stories, we meet Crystal Nelson, founder of Save the Milk and August 2023 Freed Fellow. Crystal shares her journey from teen mom to successful entrepreneur, detailing how her experience as a surrogate mother led her to create innovative breast pumping products and affordable breast milk shipping kits.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Personal Experiences Drive Innovation: Crystal's journey as a teen mom and surrogate inspired her to create solutions for breast pumping challenges, demonstrating how personal experiences can lead to valuable business ideas.
- Resourcefulness in Entrepreneurship: Despite limited resources and experience, Crystal leveraged platforms like Fiverr and even her son's 3D printing skills to bring her product ideas to life, showcasing the power of creativity and resourcefulness in building a business.
- Resilience and Adaptability: Crystal's story of overcoming setbacks, including a significant inventory loss and the need for an SBA loan, highlights the importance of persistence and adaptability in the face of entrepreneurial challenges.
This episode offers a wealth of inspiration and practical insights for aspiring and current entrepreneurs, showcasing how determination and innovation can turn personal challenges into successful business ventures.
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