In today’s episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski, Ashley delves into the inspiring journey of Samantha Dawson and Erin Saba, Co-Founders of Ohana Fitness and Wellness Studio in Michigan. These remarkable entrepreneurs share their story of resilience, entrepreneurship, and how their paths crossed, leading to a thriving business partnership despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Episode Highlights:
- Samantha and Erin discuss the inception of their fitness studio and their paths from varied careers to entrepreneurs in the wellness industry. (1:52)
- Erin shares insights into maintaining a healthy partnership in business while managing personal lives and significant life events. (10:48)
- Erin and Samantha discuss the challenges and strategies of balancing their roles as business owners with being mothers and spouses. (14:34)
- Samantha shares her struggles with balancing business and personal life while dealing with infertility. (20:29)
- Ashley recounts her 7-year journey with fertility treatments. (21:44)
- Samantha and Erin share strategies they implemented to adapt their business during the pandemic, including moving classes online and maintaining client relationships. (30:45)
- The duo discusses their future plans for Ohana Fitness, focusing on expanding their online presence and enhancing their community contributions. (40:31)
Key Quotes:
- "It's crazy, because, you think about your original goals when you first started a business and where you thought you would be in 10 years, it's so much different than where you end up." - Samantha Dawson
- "I truly believe like, especially if you are ambitious, and a female, a mom, like somebody looking to become a mom or a mom currently, you can still work on your goals and dreams and be a great mom. It's just you need help, there's no way around it." - Erin Saba
- "If you want something bad enough, you're going to work hard enough to get it." - Samantha Dawson
Resources Mentioned:
- Connect with Samantha Dawson
- Connect with Erin Saba
- Ohana Fitness and Wellness Studio
- Connect with Ashley Mastowski
- She Means Business Podcast
- First Choice Insurance Group
- Contact First Choice Insurance Group
- Little Dog Social Media
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