{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"206. The Real Journey of Entrepreneurship with Heidi Ellis","description":"Hey Rainmakers! Stephen and Chelsey here, and today we\u2019re so pumped to share an incredible conversation with one of our very own, Heidi Ellis. Heidi\u2019s been through our Inner Circle program, pitched to our Rain Tank investors, and built a thriving e-commerce business\u2014all while homeschooling her kids and navigating life\u2019s curveballs. In this episode, Heidi opens up about the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference in her success. From the fear of applying for credit cards to fund her inventory to the moment she realized she needed to slow down and do things right, Heidi\u2019s journey is packed with wisdom for anyone starting or scaling an online business. We also dive into the power of practicing patience, how comparison can sneak in as a symptom of a scarcity mindset, and why giving yourself permission to move at your own pace can set you up for long-term success. Plus, Heidi shares how her musical background taught her the importance of showing up consistently\u2014even when you don't see results right away. If you\u2019ve ever felt like you\u2019re falling behind, this episode will give you the encouragement you need to keep going. Success is a process, and Heidi\u2019s story proves that one step at a time really does work. Connect with us: \u25ba Rainmaker Instagram: @therainmakerfamily \u25ba Chelsey Instagram: @chels_diaz \u25ba Stephen Instagram: @steezdiaz \u25ba TikTok: @therainmakerfamily \u25ba Facebook: @diazfamilylegacy \u25ba Website: therainmakerfamily.com &amp;nbsp; Join Our Next Rainmaker Challenge - How To Make Passive Income From Home:  https:\/\/therainmakerchallenge.com Save On Our Favorite Things: https:\/\/rainmakerfamily.com\/deals Watch The Million Dollar Mama Case Study: https:\/\/www.makeitrainmomma.com\/casestudy &amp;nbsp; Episode Minute by Minute:&amp;nbsp;  0:00 - Welcome Heidi Ellis: From Music Teacher to E-Commerce Entrepreneur 3:00 - Overcoming the Fear of Funding: How Heidi Used Credit Cards to Start Her Business 6:30 - The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything 10:45 - Comparison &amp;amp; Scarcity: How to Stay in Your Own Lane 15:20 - Rain Tank Pitch Experience: What Heidi Learned From Pitching Investors 20:00 - Building a Business While Homeschooling &amp;amp; Managing Family Life 25:15 - Why Patience Pays Off in E-Commerce 27:00 - Final Tips: Don't Rush the Process  ","author_name":"The Rainmaker Family Show | Build Your Family Business","author_url":"https:\/\/rainmakerfamily.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/35308095\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/35308095"}