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Breakfast with Karen

by Karen Klassen / FriedoNation Productions

Karen Klassen brings you an intelligent approach to entrepreneurship. Each episode of this podcast will offer you her knowledge and experience.. In 2003, Karen started Spoons Cafe, in Historic Downtown McKinney Texas, with the actual ovens out of her house. She had no restaurant experience, but had a vision of a casual spot to grab a cup of coffee, a great breakfast or lunch. A place that was comfortable and relaxed with a vibe of being part of the community.

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Episodes

  1. Being in a Cocoon

    "In this episode of Breakfast with Karen, Karen talks about her recent time in what she refers to as a cocoon and what transformed from that time. Rolling out a new product line called Spoons-Fed and training to be a "Tiny Habits" coach from BJ Fogg, Ph.D. Tiny Habits, the small changes that…

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  2. Excuses are The Enemy

    "Are Excuse's your enemy? The definition of an excuse is to seek to defend or justify a fault - to absolute oneself of accountability, self justify Ninty-nine percent of the failures come from people that make excuses -George Washington Carver You can have excuses or success but you can't have...

  3. The Journey to Self Discovery

    The Journey to Self Discovery takes courage and is not for the weak of heart. Join Karen and guest Jessica Rattan as they discuss the enneagram and different resources they have used and continued to use for their journey. Step 1 - Face Your Demons and start replacing those beliefs Step 2- Spend...

  4. Finding Your Voice is Your Magic -- Collette James

    How do you find your inner voice? Is that voice coming from a place of fear or love? When it comes from a place of love your inner voice is your intuition, your magic, your PGS - Personal Guidance System. When it comes from fear it brings on feelings of shame, lack and resentment. Join Karen and...

  5. Breakdown to Breakthrough

    Breakdown to Breakthrough.... Rerouting your PGS - Personal Guidance system The Wealthy Spirit - Chellie Campbell Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now Facebook Breakfastwithkaren "

  6. Lisa Hermes -- President & CEO of The McKinney Chamber of Commerce

    This episode of Breakfast with Karen featuresThe President aof the McKinney Chamber of Commerce--Lisa Hermes There is plenty of uncertainty in the world of business right now. Karen and Lisa discuss how the landscape of business is changing...temporarily and permanently.

  7. Got to Have Faith

    Karen discusses her faith. And how her faith gets her through "crisis" situations. "Got to have Faith podcast References Mark Batterson - Draw the circle 40 day Prayer challenge studygateway.com - a resource for video bible studies Vantaylor.house.gov - a resource for small business help "Courage...

  8. As McKinney (and the World) Turns

    Nan Lee joins Karen in this episode. Together, they give the latest update on the happenings on The Square in Historic Downtown McKinney. You might not believe the latest controversy. They also have some great advice for small business owners.

  9. Thrive...Don't Just Survive

    In this episode, Karen shares with you ideas on how to Thrive in these challenging times not just survive. Referencing Martha Beck"s free Masterclass on Thriving in Turbulent Times @Marthabeck.com Eckert Tolle, The Power of Now, Esther &#38 Jerry Hicks, The Amazing Power of Deliberate Intent Join...

  10. Control What You Can Control

    There are plenty of things in this world that we can't control. But we can ALWAYS control our thoughts. In this episode Karen shares some of the ways that she controls her mindset. She also suggests a couple of books for you: The Wealthy Spirit by Chellie Campbell How to be a Badass by Jen Sincero

  11. Be an Encourager

    Karen talks to you from the patio at her restaurant on The Square in McKinney, Texas. The restaurant is closed for dine in customers, but Karen hasn't shut down. She's simply adjusting to the situation and looking for opportunities to be creative. She wants to encourage you to encourage others...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Karen Klassen brings you an intelligent approach to entrepreneurship. Each episode of this podcast will offer you her knowledge and experience.. In 2003, Karen started Spoons Cafe, in Historic Downtown McKinney Texas, with the actual ovens out of her house. She had no restaurant experience, but had a vision of a casual spot to grab a cup of coffee, a great breakfast or lunch. A place that was comfortable and relaxed with a vibe of being part of the community.

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Karen Klassen / FriedoNation Productions

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Karen Klassen brings you an intelligent approach to entrepreneurship. Each episode of this podcast will offer you her knowledge and experience.. In 2003, Karen started Spoons Cafe, in Historic Downtown McKinney Texas, with the actual ovens out of her house. She had no restaurant experience, but had...

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