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In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Riffel, a multifaceted entrepreneur who has mastered the art of juggling various roles and businesses. Vanessa shares her inspiring journey, which kickstarted with the adoption of her son in 2020, leading to her ventures into mattress flipping, hosting an Airbnb, and owning a Nautical Bowls franchise in Minnesota, all while managing a full-time insurance job and motherhood. She discusses the challenges and rewards of running multiple businesses, the importance of community connection, and her vision for the future. Tune in to hear Vanessa’s incredible story and gain insights into what it takes to succeed as a serial entrepreneur.

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00:00 Introduction to Vanessa Riffle: The Multi-Role Entrepreneur

01:17 The Adoption Journey and the Birth of a Side Hustle

02:52 The Mattress Flipping Business Takes Off

04:53 Navigating Challenges and Expanding Ventures

07:04 Venturing into Airbnb and Real Estate

09:02 Launching the Nautical Bowls Franchise

13:12 The Realities of Running a Franchise

17:26 Balancing Multiple Roles and Future Aspirations

20:51 Navigating Self-Employment Challenges

22:28 Balancing Work and Personal Relationships

24:27 Structuring Roles in a Family Business

25:47 Managing Multiple Ventures

27:37 The Reality of Entrepreneurship

30:10 Inspiration and Perseverance

34:17 Parenting and Entrepreneurship

37:23 Future Business Aspirations

40:49 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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