Many families are stretched thin—juggling work, raising kids, and dreaming of starting a business—but feel stuck in the traditional 9-to-5 grind. When Jonathan Harris saw layoffs looming, he and his wife Renee had a choice: uproot their family for corporate survival or risk it all to build a business together. With six kids at the time (and now nine!), they bet on a lotion bar Renee developed at home—and turned a farmer's market side hustle into a full-time family-run e-commerce brand. But they didn’t stop there. They also launched a second venture—Parent Their Passion—a coaching platform that helps parents identify and nurture their children’s unique talents.

In this episode, Jonathan and Renee share how they involved their kids in every step of the journey—from product development to email marketing to graphic design. They break down how families can start businesses, raise entrepreneurial kids, and build financial and emotional freedom—without sacrificing their values.

Key Takeaways:

• Laid Off But Not Defeated: Jonathan cashed out his 401(k) to go all-in on Renee’s homegrown lotion bar idea—turning it into a thriving business.

• Family-First Entrepreneurship: With nine kids, they built a business that worked with their family life—not against it—and trained their children in real-world skills.

• Parent Their Passion: Their second venture helps parents identify their kids’ talents and turn them into income-producing skills before adulthood.

• Learning Through Doing: From photography to bladesmithing, their children turned hobbies into jobs by integrating them into the business.

• Practical Financial Literacy: Through natural conversations around budgeting, inventory, and goals, the kids learned the realities of money and entrepreneurship.

About the Guest:

Jonathan and Renee are a husband and wife team with 24 years of experience educating their children at home while running an online handcrafted skin care business.

When their eldest child turned 12 year old, it became very clear to them that they did not want their children to just fill up buckets of knowledge for each school grade. Instead, they began with their first born son to test out identifying and developing his talents and interests to create smoething remarkable... and marketable.

It worked and they continued to repeat the process with their other 8 children. They'll share how they did it and how you can, too.

Links:

https://parenttheirpassion.com/

https://www.facebook.com/HardLotion/

https://www.youtube.com/user/MadeOnNaturalLotion

Fast Five Questions:

1. If you woke up and your business was gone, you have $500, a laptop, a place to live, and food, what would you do first? “Renee would launch email marketing for their adult kids’ businesses, helping them build customer lists and drive sales.”

2. What is the biggest mistake that you have made in business? “Relying too long on coaches who didn’t understand their family-centered lifestyle—realizing later that advice should be aligned with personal values.”

3. What is a book that you would recommend? “Family Fortunes by Bill Bonner – A deep dive into why most family wealth disappears and how to build legacy that lasts generations.”

4. What is a tool that you use every day that you would recommend? “Canva and ChatGPT”

5. What is your definition of freedom?...

Most people feel trapped by the traditional path—go to college, get a job, grind until retirement—only to find themselves overworked, underpaid, and financially insecure. Kris Krohn lived that life. A broke college student working 18-hour days, he hit rock bottom when he came home to find his wife crying because they couldn’t afford food. That moment pushed him to reject the system and take control of his financial destiny through real estate investing.

In this powerful episode, Kris reveals how he went from $3,000 in savings to $1.6 million in real estate by the time he graduated. Now with over $2 billion in real estate transactions, Kris shares how anyone—even with no experience—can build passive wealth through smart investing. Learn how to break free from the 9-to-5, avoid retirement traps, and build a life of purpose, profit, and freedom.

Key Takeaways:

• From Slavery Day to Freedom Day: Kris shares how hitting rock bottom with his wife inspired his real estate journey—and led to financial independence by age 26.

• The 20-Home Strategy: Discover how Kris’s plan to earn $10K/month through real estate led to complete financial freedom—and how he helps others do the same.

• The ROI Mindset Shift: Forget interest rates—Kris explains why most people are financially illiterate and why ROI matters more than the media narrative.

• Real Estate Partnerships Made Simple: Kris outlines how his turnkey model allows people to invest using 401Ks, home equity, or IRAs—while he does all the work.

• Freedom ≠ Retirement: Learn why true wealth is not just financial, but emotional, spiritual, and aligned with your values—and how Kris is starting a “minimalist millionaire” movement.

About the Guest:

Kris Krohn’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading figure in real estate investing is both inspiring and instructive. Growing up with limited resources, Kris discovered early on that financial independence wasn’t just a dream—it was a goal to be achieved through smart, persistent action. Over the years, he transformed his life by mastering real estate investment strategies, turning setbacks into valuable lessons, and ultimately building a multi-million-dollar portfolio that has allowed him to live on his own terms. Kris’s story is a powerful blend of grit, innovative thinking, and a passion for empowering others. He’s not only achieved personal financial freedom but has dedicated himself to helping others do the same through his engaging podcasts, seminars, and investment platforms.

His ability to simplify complex investment concepts and translate them into actionable advice makes him an ideal guest for any podcast focused on entrepreneurship, personal development, or wealth building.

Links:

https://www.kriskrohn.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-krohn-569479174/

https://www.youtube.com/@KrisKrohn

https://www.instagram.com/kriskrohn

Fast Five Questions:

1. If you woke up and your business was gone, you have $500, a laptop, a place to live, and food, what would you do first? “Use his knowledge and network to structure deals where others bring the capital—because reputation, not money, is the most valuable asset.”

2. What is the biggest mistake that you have made in business? “Acquiring a business for the wrong reason—he got the one asset he wanted but lost $3.2 million in the process.”

3. What is a book that you would recommend? “Time Machine by Kris Krohn and Rich...

Most families approach college planning emotionally instead of strategically—leading to wasted time, unnecessary debt, and missed opportunities for aid. Annmarie Hatfield has spent over a decade guiding families through the complex and overwhelming college admissions process. From misunderstood financial aid forms to choosing the wrong schools based on sports teams or family tradition, she’s seen how misinformation costs students thousands—and parents their peace of mind.

In this episode, Annmarie shares how her company, College Inroads, helps students and families navigate college like a business decision—without sacrificing the dream. Whether your child is a freshman or a senior, you’ll learn how to reduce stress, increase options, and even negotiate tuition. This is the episode every parent needs to hear before writing that first college check.

Key Takeaways:

• College Planning is a Business Strategy: Annmarie teaches families to treat college like a business investment, not just an emotional decision.

• Start Early, Save Money: The ideal time to start college prep is 10th grade—but College Inroads now offers programs as early as 8th grade due to demand.

• Don’t Fall for FAFSA Myths: Even wealthy families should file the FAFSA. It opens doors to merit aid, government loans, and eligibility for tuition appeals.

• Tailored College Searches: There are 2,700+ four-year schools in the U.S.—most families only know 20. College Inroads finds the right schools for your child.

• Appeals Can Work: Annmarie and her team help families negotiate for more aid—even after acceptance. College pricing can be flexible if you know how to ask.

About the Guest:

Annmarie Hatfield is a seasoned business owner, speaker, and one of two Partners at College Inroads, an Independent Education Consultant firm based in Texas. With a strong background in sales and marketing, Annmarie has helped guide more than 1,300 students and families over the past 13 years through the complex and often overwhelming college admissions process.

At College Inroads, Annmarie focuses on making the journey to college less stressful and more affordable—from choosing a major and building a college list to applying strategically and reducing college costs. Their team has successfully supported students of all academic levels, helping them gain acceptance to Ivy League institutions, private universities, and public colleges across all 50 states.

Annmarie is also a Texas Ex, award-winning professional, board member, author, wife, stepmom, and proud cat momma. She actively networks in the business community and educates parents and students through webinars, school presentations, and partnerships with financial planners and family-focused organizations like the Young Men’s Service League, National Charity League, and high school PTOs.

Her mission is simple: save families time, stress, and money on the road to college—while making sure every student finds the right fit.

Links:

https://collegeinroads.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annmariehatfield/

Fast Five Questions:

1. If you woke up and your business was gone, you have $500, a laptop, a place to live, and food, what would you do first? “Buy a website, tap her network, and use social media to announce the launch—visibility before perfection.”

2. What is the biggest mistake that you have made in business? “Not spending enough money early on the right marketing. It took 14 years to hit $1M in revenue, but it could have happened faster with better...