05: Pull Up A Bale with Katie Navarra Bradley!

Powered by the 1st American Dairy XPO! November 5th and 6th  at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Vermont .  Grab a free breakfast, tour the 200 company dairy innovation tradeshow, meet Olympian and dairy producer Elle St. Pierre and take in the Dairy Delivers Classroom.   Full details, discount coupon and pre-XPO tickets at Americandairyxpo.com   This episode runs on @WonderCowColostrum shop.wondercow.com/DAIRYGALVAL or Use code DAIRYGALVAL to save $$     Let's Pull Up A Bale with Katie Navarra Bradley! https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-navarra/ https://www.facebook.com/katie.n.bradley https://www.facebook.com/AuthorKatieNavarra/   Host: Val Lavigne    @DairyGalVal www.pullupabale.com Summary In this episode, Katie Navarra Bradley shares her journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a successful media professional and entrepreneur in the agricultural sector. She discusses her experiences in freelance writing, the challenges of transitioning to self-employment during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of continuous learning and personal growth. The conversation also touches on her passion for horses and how they influence her work in leadership and team dynamics. Takeaways Katie's career has evolved significantly over time. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in media. Freelance writing can be a viable career path. Networking and continuous learning are crucial for success. COVID-19 presented unexpected challenges for entrepreneurs. Horses can teach valuable lessons about leadership. Planning and saving are essential before starting a business. Surrounding yourself with inspiring people fosters growth. It's important to take risks and trust the process. Small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on others. Sound Bites "I work in the media industry." "I help them strategize write." "I was a good writer." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Katie Navarra Bradley 05:58 Katie's Journey in Agriculture and Media 11:31 Transitioning from College to Career 16:53 Building a Freelance Writing Business 21:09 Taking the Leap into Entrepreneurship 26:10 Navigating Challenges During COVID-19 31:38 Continuous Learning and Growth 36:54 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights