From News Reporter to Chick-fil-A Operator | Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Financial Legacy

Welcome back to Tea Time with Erin, where we share honest conversations about entrepreneurship, money, mental health, and the stories that shape how we build our lives and businesses.In this episode, Erin sits down with her lifelong best friend, Sarah Jane, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, financial legacy, leadership, and the long road to becoming a Chick-fil-A operator. From selling painted computer art as kids to leading teams through Chick-fil-A's Leadership Development Program, Sarah shares the reality of chasing a vision that didn't always make sense to others.Sarah opens up about her journey from TV news to late nights in the Chick-fil-A kitchen, taking pay cuts, navigating uncertainty, and learning to think long-term. Erin and Sarah also explore how generational money beliefs, family influence, and mentorship shaped their approach to work and financial stewardship.This episode is a reminder that entrepreneurship often starts long before business ownership — and that success is built through consistency, preparation, resilience, and vision.In This Episode, You'll Hear:Sarah's transition from journalism and TV news into the Chick-fil-A leadership pathWhy entrepreneurship often begins with vision before confidenceChildhood entrepreneurial moments that hinted at future leadershipThe financial realities of working in journalism and taking career pay cutsWhat Chick-fil-A looks for in future operators financially and personallyHow Sarah navigated uncertainty while pursuing the Leadership Development ProgramThe role mentorship, personal growth, and faith played during waiting seasonsHow generational financial beliefs shaped both Sarah and Erin's views on moneyWhy stewardship and long-term thinking matter in entrepreneurshipThe importance of partnership and support in entrepreneurial marriagesHow leadership is built through serving and caring for people wellKey TakeawaysEntrepreneurship often starts with small moments of initiative long before owning a business.Waiting seasons can become opportunities for growth and preparation.Financial stewardship and long-term vision are essential for sustainable success.Generational money beliefs shape how we approach work, risk, and entrepreneurship.Strong mentorship and community can help entrepreneurs stay resilient through uncertainty.Building a meaningful business often requires sacrifice, humility, and consistency.Learn More About Sarah JaneChick-fil-A Glasgow, KY@cfaglasgowConnect with ErinLearn more about Erin’s work around money mindset, financial therapy, and building businesses that support your life.Book a free financial clarity call with Erin: https://calendar.app.google/bTLBrJFex9KHpFKz9Instagram: @‌erinthemoneytherapistErin’s Tea for This EpisodeErin and Sarah are sipping Honey Lavender Tea from Pinky Up Tea during this episode.Keep the Conversation GoingIf this episode resonated with you, be sure to subscribe and share it with another entrepreneur who might need to hear it.New episodes of Tea Time with Erin drop every other Tuesday, where we share honest conversations about money, mental health, and entrepreneurship.Grab your drink of choice, take a deep breath, and join us for the next Tea Time.