Family entrepreneurship is such a unique and enriching way of life, but it is not without its challenges. Brad and Starla Walker of Abby’s Elderberry joined me on the podcast last year to share about the amazing benefits of elderberries, and today we are taking a look behind the scenes at what it is like to run a family farm business from home as a family of ten. How do they involve their children in the family business without burning the kids out? How do they divide responsibilities between home and the business? How does Starla manage a full plate as a mother of eight? Why is family business so impactful in the community? Join us for this inspiring conversation about what is possible when you link arms and take a risk.
In this episode, we cover:
How Abby’s Elderberry got started and where the family business stands now
Creative ways Brad and Starla’s children participate in the family business
What boundaries the family has established to separate work and family time
Challenges of running a business from home with a growing family
How do you involve kids in the family business without making them resent it?
Biggest lessons learned from beginning a family business as busy parents
You don’t have to be an expert in something to get started
Managing a full home and busy business as a mother of eight
The difference it makes to take your role seriously as a homemaker
The impact of a meaningful family business for future generations
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ABOUT BRAD & STARLA
Brad & Starla Walker have 8 kids and live on their 15 acre homestead in Southern Indiana, just outside of Louisville, KY. There they garden, raise livestock, homeschool their children, and operate their family business, Abby’s Elderberry. They have personally experienced the benefits of elderberry for years and jumped at the opportunity to take ownership of Abby’s in late 2022. Since that time, they have shipped their products to all 50 states, 4 Canadian provinces and are launching with a national distributor in September ‘24.
RESOURCES
Sitewide discount of 15% (elderberry syrups, teas, tinctures, organic berries, DIY syrup kits) with promo code FARMHOUSE at AbbysElderberry.com
CONNECT
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249. Family Business: Involving Kids, Setting Boundaries, Making an Impact | Brad & Starla Walker of Abby’s Elderberry | Simple Farmhouse Life podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
