Both Sides of the Check · 30 min
What do you do when you lose $200,000 in a single business deal? For Ari, the answer was simple: pray, push, and keep going. In this powerful episode of Both Sides of the Check, Ari shares how she turned a painful franchise loss into motivation - leading her to open two Smoothie King locations back-to-back. From driving school buses as a single parent to becoming a CEO, Ari’s journey is packed with lessons on: Building unshakable faith and mindset Why you can’t wait for the “perfect time” to start The importance of pouring into your team Protecting yourself in partnerships and learning from mistakes Turning setbacks into stepping stones If you’ve ever doubted yourself or felt stuck after a loss, Ari’s story will remind you: the right mindset + determination can rewrite your future. Thanks for rocking with Both Sides of the Check ! Keep the vibe going and
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