008 | Overcoming Challenges as a Rural Business Owner with Aly Robins

Today Aly Robins and I talked all about overcoming challenges as a rural business owner. We explored what it looks like to chase big dreams in a small town and how your business thrives when you have a healthy mindset.    Aly Robins is a marketing strategist and business coach for agriculture and rural businesses. She grew up on a ranch outside of Helena, Montana, and got a bachelor's degree in rangeland management. After feeling unfulfilled working at her 9-5 job, she decided to take her marketing business full time. Now, she helps her clients set up a website that converts people into paying customers as well as utilizing social media to increase sales. She's extremely passionate about helping businesses in rural and agriculture industries thrive rather than just survive. In this episode about overcoming challenges as a rural business owner, we cover:  How to combat criticism from those who just don’t understand what we’re doing or why we’re doing it The importance of being confidently rooted in our “why”  The power of community and surrounding yourself with others who support you and understand your mission  The unique challenges and opportunities of marketing a rural and/or ag business    Connect with Aly Robins: Follow on Instagram  Connect with on LinkedIn Check out her website Agriculture & Rural Business Podcast coming soon!   Resources & Links: ASCEND Mastermind Retreat Details Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community! Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting   Connect with Emily: Follow on Instagram and Facebook Check out my website Connect with on LinkedIn   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!   Find the complete show notes here: https://emilyreuschel.com/008-overcoming-challenges-as-a-rural-business-owner-with-aly-robins