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Desert Dreamers

Desert Dreamers

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 Every local business started with two things: a dream and the decision to chase it. In each episode of 'Desert Dreamers' you will hear from an Arizona business owner who went from dreaming to doing. You'll learn about the difficult moments they faced and how they overcame each struggle to find success. If you are a business owner who wants to know how your fellow entrepreneurs continue to fight for their future each day or you're looking to understand how to take the first step to becoming a business owner, this show is for you.Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles: Turning Your Life Around by Starting a Business

    Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles: Turning Your Life Around by Starting a Business
    Jun 20 2021

    Larry "Lo-Lo" White gets personal behind the mic, sharing how he went from serving time at 4th Ave Jail to establishing one of Arizona's most beloved restaurants. You'll hear his advice for getting back on track after making major mistakes and how having the right people around you can benefit your business.
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    17 mins
  • Aconav: Culture as Creative Inspiration in Fashion & Leaving a Secure Career

    Aconav: Culture as Creative Inspiration in Fashion & Leaving a Secure Career
    Jun 14 2021

    Aconav Owners Loren and Valentina Aragon share how they create from the inspiration of their Acoma Pueblo culture. Loren opens up about leaving the security of a career in engineering by starting a side art business before going full time in fashion. Valentina tells you how to adjust your attitude to succeed as a business owner. 
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    32 mins
  • High Jinks Apparel: Turning Your Creativity Into Your Business & Working With A Loved One

    High Jinks Apparel: Turning Your Creativity Into Your Business & Working With A Loved One
    Jun 7 2021

    High Jinks Apparel is known for their Arizona themed apparel and their clever creations. In this episode, Jen and Jon share how they went from working for design firms to turning Jon's art into their full-time business. You'll hear how they created a strategy that allows them to take creative risks without jeopardizing their income. 

     

    Check out High Jinks at https://highjinksapparel.com/ and on Instragram @_highjinks
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    28 mins
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