
In this episode of The Grit Behind the Grind, host Destiney Rowell sit down with Annika Baylis, the founder of Prickly Pear Coffee Co. Annika shares her inspiring journey from starting a mobile coffee cart at 18 to opening two successful brick-and-mortar locations. The conversation delves into the realities of entrepreneurship, including the struggles, fears, and identity crises that come with building a business. Annika emphasizes the importance of community, perseverance, and the need to start small while also discussing the challenges faced by new entrepreneurs. The episode concludes with Annika's future plans for her coffee business and the significance of maintaining a strong brand identity.
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00:00 Introduction to Grit Behind the Grind
01:14 Annika's Journey: From Mobile Cart to Brick and Mortar
03:35 The Reality of Entrepreneurship: Struggles and Perseverance
06:23 Overcoming Fears in Business
09:43 Identity and Leadership in Entrepreneurship
12:39 The Importance of Delegation and Trust
15:41 Building Consistency Across Locations
18:02 The Hard Work Behind Entrepreneurship
21:01 Work-Life Balance: The Chameleon Approach
22:44 Common Challenges for New Entrepreneurs
25:01 The Importance of Starting Small
28:12 Future Plans for Prickly Pear Coffee Co.
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