Erin Benzakein: Floret Farm's Founder Talks B-School, Entrepreneurship, & Landing a Network Show

[@marieforleo]

Soak up Erin’s entrepreneurial flower power & jump to these highlights: 4:31 - Where to find your next great business idea. 6:10 - How to let go of becoming an “overnight success.” 8:26 - The HUGE motivator most people avoid at all costs. 9:12 - The #1 question Erin gets asked (Psst… the answer is NO). 13:45 - How B-School transformed Erin’s business. 16:52 - The “meant-to-be moment” that 12Xed the size of Floret Farm. 18:36 - How Erin landed her own reality show on the Magnolia Network. 24:13 - The scariest part of growing your dream business. 30:08 - What to do when you have no idea what’s next. What’s next? Learn to build your own meaningful business with this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLD87A632CFD5449B5

[@gardengirl7446]

"I have no idea what I'm doing, but it's working!" This describes my 15 years in business perfectly. I just kept taking steps forward, improving, learning, and paid off my house and retired! Thanks for this interview. I love Erin and thanks to her, I'm starting a retirement career in flowers. I have no clue what I'm doing this time either...but it's working! :)

[@TeamForleo]

This is so great to hear! Congratulations on the retirement (and new career). - Jeremy, Team Forleo

[@IevaKambarovaite]

Anyone else get this feeling when watching bschoolers? 'I could be friends with this person. Where do I find friends like that?' The warmest, most heart-centered souls. A reminder to myself to interact and connect with people during this year's bschool 😊 So inspired by Erin. Thank you for bringing her on Marietv 🥰

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[@sisoosarah]

Love this chat Marie... as a flower-obsessed DIYer... I've followed Floret from the beginning. She is such a rad woman and I'm so happy she is being so greatly rewarded for sharing her unique gift!!!

[@davidromanart]

What a beautiful story! You can tell when someone is doing what they were meant to do and Erin is beaming with that energy 🙌🏻

[@taracmonroe]

This came at the *exact* right time for me. I was on the fence about choosing a life filled with passion vs a more “stable” 9-5. So many a-has: bschool might actually be for me! It may help take me from idea to specific plan. Also, I want to start my own permaculture farm and felt like I suck at it. Hearing Erin say *you have to keep sucking and failing and getting up* was huge for me. I also learned that my voice is the truest and highest voice for myself- not those of others. I kept receiving that message but it wasn’t until I watched this show that I realized it so clearly. It’s a good thing to realize you’ve outgrown something or it’s not working anymore and to have a growth mindset when transitioning out of it. Thank you for another amazing show MF. This was my favorite. I will be subscribing to your newsletter.

[@TeamForleo]

Hi Tara, we're so happy to hear you enjoyed the episode! Best of luck on your journey (you got this!). You can check out this page if you're still curious if B-School is right for you: marieforleobschool.com/right-for-me/ - Jeremy, Team Forleo

[@memethomas5402]

Erin is so Authentic!!

[@sherrriethelyn]

I have to say, this is one of my favs from MarieTV. Erin is very humble and genuine.

[@ColorMyWorldGardening]

Oh I love this so much. So many uncanny connections as I sort through what was and what could be! Thank you.

[@NathalieLazo]

Dear lovely person that's reading this, we may not know each other but I wish you all the best in life! ✨ I believe in you! Love - Nat ❤️

[@gardengirl7446]

Thank you! Same to you! With ❤ from LOVE

[@NathalieLazo]

@@gardengirl7446 Thank you so much! I appreciate you! ❤️😘

[@MissGold888]

You’re so sweet Thankyou. Right back at you!

[@PlantRelated]

I love Erin and Marie!!!

[@TeamForleo]

And we love you! 😊💖

[@mayraponce590]

I'm a B-scholer and Erin is my avatar! Sooooo thank you for this ☺

[@mistygeller3193]

Thank you so very very much for this wonderful breath of fresh air!! I am coming from the point of a, wayyyy too young retiree, happened not at all by choice by out of medical reasons well beyond my expectations or control…. But this still spoke the most amazing volumes to me and honestly my heart. “When do you let go”, and move forward to something that maybe looks a little different from your plan for yourself… Hit me like a ton a bricks, whewwww, wow! I was at the peak of my career, everything I had worked so hard for!… Then life literally changed everything. No what!?? It’s tough to navigate to say the least.So when you hit the ceiling of accomplishing everything that you intended or wanted to, but there is still so much within you to give or do, trust your gut, seek the answers to those new questions of what the hell is next! How wonderful!!

[@TeamForleo]

We appreciate you sharing some of your story, Misty, and we couldn't agree more! 💙 Approaching new situations and challenges with curiosity is so exciting and empowering. We're honored to have you and your wisdom in our community. Keep us in the loop - can't wait to see what's next xoxo

[@memethomas5402]

Marie i love all your advices shared ❤️ so true and authentic!

[@judithraenyc]

This was INCREDIBLY inspiring!!! Thank you for digging in and asking all the right questions Marie! Thank you Erin for sharing in an honest way. I’m so very inspired and grateful for all the golden nuggets in this conversation!!!

[@TeamForleo]

Hi Judith! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed this episode of MarieTV. Thanks for stopping by! - Jeremy, Team Forleo

[@kelly.desimas]

LOVED this chat!!! I can't wait to watch the episodes on the Magnolia Network! That first episode was incredible.

[@agakuraburihabwa9024]

I love, love, looove this interview!!! So many teary moments, and oh my God to think for years that your neighbours are laughing at you only to realize all this time they were actually cheering you on... I loved Copy Cure so I guess B-School must be the bomb!!!

[@cecia9873]

What a nice and inspiring story! I love the interview. Thank you Marie and Erin for sharing!

[@vickycoyevinas5718]

Amazing!! Got so much from this. Thank you so much to these two amazing ladies!! X

[@bellarosa009]

Erin is amazing!! I admire her drive, passion and determination in sharing her love of flowers with everyone. Thank you for sharing this very inspirational interview. It was perfect!!

[@TeamForleo]

Isn't she so amazing, Bella?! We're so glad you enjoyed this conversation. Thanks for being here! - Heather, Team Forleo

[@bellarosa009]

@@TeamForleo She really is and so are you! :-)

[@Darveolsen]

Love this. Thanks for sharing❤

[@kathiesimpson571]

Two amazing and truly inspiring women. Thank you!

[@phylissbrassey8431]

Erin’s courses are excellent!!

[@uppercasemag]

What an inspiring interview, thank you, Marie and Erin!

[@45jessiemad]

Really enjoyed this! I just finished my first year flower farming and have every book that Erin as written, and taken all her free mini courses. Currently working a full time job while trying to learn how not to kill plants. 😅

[@TechOutAdam]

Erin got me addicted to flowers.

Wow! That was so beautiful and inspiring ❤. Thank you so much Marie and Erin! It helps me to keep going! I'm already in B-school since last year. Trying to implement as much as I can. Hope one day I can transform how we see relationships, intimacy and sexuality from real fresh point of view to touch our soul and souls of others just because of the true intimacy- going deeper, being more present and conscious, feel everything. I have big dreams sometimes feels to big but I can't help myself.

[@karlaps3994]

This was fascinating! One of my favorite guests yet.

[@yuliyagitelman506]

Wow, that was so good! I love Erin’s energy and her story as well, it’s so honest and inspiring. My favourite part and aha moment was about journaling to the Higher self because it’s true, that’s how it works and I’ve been putting it off, so I need to get into it. That was a major hint for me. Thank you, your energy was high vibe and amazing in this episode too ✨💃💃

[@rootedreinvention]

Thank you so much for this. So many good reminders about the way we work as humans. We are meant to share these tales and to fail and share about the lessons learned. It’s what we’re here to do as humans, and it’s what I try to teach in my own business workbooks. =)

[@DebbieBinMD]

How many episodes can we look forward to? I ran through those first 4 so quickly!

[@yaarabar5599]

so inspirational!!

[@dianabrock6383]

Love Erin and her passion. ❤

[@ErikaHamilton1]

I loved this episode. Thank you.

[@matthewboddum7723]

so great to see they did not expand the range of cut flower distribution since that is so toxic for the environment. good work!

[@meldaaveja1638]

I loved this video. It's my first time watching this and it gave me an idea of what kind of business I could pehaps work on. I don't know what business to do but I know I want to share something meaningful with the world. Thank you.

[@gaillam9574]

Rose Story Farm has visits and a tea with lemon cake and roses on your table. The family lives on the property too. They even have a honeymoon suite as weddings are also held there. and a gift shop. I’d recommend if you want to see a successful flower business. Carpenteria, Ca

[@colette8694]

This interview with Floret Farms (Erin) is how I found you Maria! 🌸

[@sardiniangirl1866]

Love watching this.. great information and motivation.. I live in Australia can I purchase seeds from you.. ?? 🇦🇺🇦🇺😊

[@memethomas5402]

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[@HollyJordan15]

Great interview. I love Floret Farm 💐 for some reason I always thought they were based in the UK. Where can I watch Growing Floret if I’m the UK? Many thanks 😊

[@spamokabe2]

Very inspiring ♥️

[@dacejaunzeme4849]

Thank You!

[@TheEharrington]

This was a great interview - also since my name is Erin, I loved hearing my name in the context of "Erin, you're awesome" from YOU!

[@deborahrose648]

I love it, so bad for so long, a force of nature for sure, discovering Dahlias, love it, audit the business with B school

[@jacinthajayawardenathomas6568]

Which state is this at and what is the website if I need to buy some seeds ? Wonderful!

[@lisanovich3285]

Her farm is in Skagit County near Mt Vernon Washington

[@cowgirl2989]

What is the b school they are talking about?

[@Speakupok]

Where is her farm at?

[@kalpakm1]

I grow flowers can't muster up the courage to start to sell them.

[@HebrewsChapter11]

You're saying there is no such thing as overnight success and it takes 10 years plus to make it. Should I not start if I am 52 and unemployed due to layoff? I will be 62 before making it according to your teaching and Floret in this video.

[@TeamForleo]

Hi! We say regardless of your age, if you have any dream go for it! 62 is still young and you never know how much you can learn, grow and enjoy on the journey and during that new chapter with your life and career :) - Monauar, Team Forleo

[@roseandrade2114]

How do I order seeds from this lovely lady?

[@TeamForleo]

Rose, here's the website! ---> www.floretflowers.com/

[@LieveLeysen-Discover-]

😊💖 ✨🌺🌼🌸✨

[@honeysuckle7958]

😘😘

[@alexcold384]

Hi. ☺️I am the second comment

[@judithhowell5738]

I feel like Erin needs and deserves a holiday! Go traveling and unravelling.. I see her feet in salt water and her shedding the weight of all she has carried. There is alot of emotion there.. time for it to bubble up. Time for her to have her " me" time and to finetune what that means... Its hard to let yourself take a break when your so busy and everyone is counting on you, and, the nervous system is so used to overload, but that's isn't good. Go float in beatiful waters, read books, be. There is no agenda except to give thought and space to your nervous system. And maybe let there be no to-dos for a while. You are a human first and foremost, and a success second. I'm ranting sorry!

[@andreatorraca8755]

What’s B school….new here:)

[@TeamForleo]

Hi Andrea, welcome! B-school is a 6-week online learning program for values-driven entrepreneurs. You can get more familiar with B-School here: marieforleobschool.com/program-tour/ - Jeremy, Team Forleo