#43 The Freedom to Be More Than One Thing - Vanetta Roy

Join me on The Randall Osché Podcast as I sit down with Vanetta Roy, a former special education teacher of 23 years, restaurateur, Food Network's The Great Food Truck Race contestant, and founder of Eat My Biscuits in Atlanta.Vanetta's story goes far beyond opening a restaurant. It's about refusing to let other people decide who you should be. After more than two decades teaching in Chicago Public Schools, witnessing the realities of violence and loss in her community, and facing racism while running restaurants in Chicago, she made one of the biggest decisions of her life. She cashed out her pension, moved to Atlanta, and bet on herself.We talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, service, resilience, identity, and why the most fulfilling path is often the one that feels most true to who you are, even when it doesn't match other people's expectations.Whether you're thinking about changing careers, building a business, or simply trying to find the courage to take the next step, Vanetta shares lessons that are honest, practical, and hard-earned.What you’ll Learn:Why teaching and running a restaurant are far more alike than most people realize.How Vanetta walked away from security to pursue a dream she'd carried since childhood.Why refusing to fit into other people's expectations became one of her greatest strengths.Lessons from overcoming racism, financial setbacks, and the realities of entrepreneurship.Why relationships, community, and genuine care remain the foundation of lasting success.If you're tired of playing the role the world wrote for you, this conversation is your wake-up call to start betting on yourself. Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Platform:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeFind Vanetta:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTiktokLinkedInFind Randall:InstagramTikTokLinkedInWebsiteSubscribe to Our Newsletter for More Inspiring StoriesAbout The Randall Osché Podcast:Every episode is a conversation with remarkable people who share their unique stories, challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned. Through honest and insightful dialogue, we explore what shapes us, what moves us, and what we learn from the experiences along the way.Contact Us:Email: [email protected] the ShowLink to “Buy Coffee”Link to HatSupport the show