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A Military Spouse Small Business Podcast: Owning Up

Release Date: 07/01/2024

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In this episode, We have an incredible conversation with the amazing Charlinda Scales. If you're looking for some serious entrepreneurial inspiration, you're in for a treat!

Charlinda is a powerhouse - she's the founder and CEO of Mutt Sauce, an Air Force reservist, author, and TEDx speaker. Oh, and did we mention she's doing all this while being a mom? Talk about Owning up!

We got into the nitty-gritty of balancing entrepreneurship with military service and motherhood. Charlinda kept it real, sharing her experiences of hitting "rock bottom" and how she bounced back. Her book, "Rock Bottom Has a Trampoline," dives even deeper into this - definitely adding it to our must-read list!

For all you networkers out there, Charlinda shared some golden advice on building authentic relationships. Spoiler alert: it's not about sliding into DMs asking for favors! She talked about the power of cultivating genuine connections over time, and how that's led to some amazing opportunities for her.

We also got the scoop on her latest venture - a huge commercial kitchen and incubator in Ohio. It's clear that Charlinda is all about lifting others up as she climbs!

Some key nuggets of wisdom from our chat:
- Don't be afraid to pivot and adapt your business, especially when times get tough
- It's okay (and sometimes necessary) to make your circle smaller and focus on what truly matters
- Include your family in your entrepreneurial journey - they're part of your success too!

We love how our listeners support the mission of AMSE and the Owning Up podcast. As we continue to grow, advocate, and support military spouse entrepreneurs, we wanted to offer that same chance to you, our listeners. For only $5 - you can increase our reach within our community - locally, nationally, and globally. Visit Glow.fm/owningup to become an Owning Up supporter today! 

Remember, membership Circle has all you need to register for events, connect with other members, and share your wins! You can find all you need to start, grow, and elevate your business!  

We’d love to have you join our fantastic community!

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