11 episodes

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.

Breakfast with Karen Karen Klassen / FriedoNation Productions

    • Business
    • 4.7 • 10 Ratings

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.

    Being in a Cocoon

    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 change everything. BJ Fogg, Ph.D"

    • 31 min
    Excuses are The Enemy

    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 both. What do you choose? One of my biggest reasons I start making excuses is I am looking at the end goal or result. I am learning to breakdown into tiny steps I can take. Write down my excuse for the fears I have or who I am blaming for the reason I am not going for what I truly want in my life. What is a tiny step that you can take today that will move you toward your goal and start eliminating those excuses for why you are doing nothing? Do it and celebrate it! Tiny Habits - the small changes that change everything BJ Fogg, PhD. Be an Encourager - encourage yourself and someone else every day! "

    • 23 min
    The Journey to Self Discovery

    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 time for self-reflection, Mediation, Image Pages, and Journaling to find out what you are good at, not good at, and what you are passionate about. Step 3 - Find your tribe that supports what you want in your life and the real you. Step 4 - Be patient with yourself, love yourself, and enjoy this life long journey. "It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are." E.E.Cummings "As long as I'm alive, I will continue to try to understand more because the work of the heart is never done." Muhammad Ali Book and Podcast The Road Back to You, ann Enneagram Journey to Self- Discovery Ian Morgan Cron , Suzanne Stabile Books A Woman's Worth - Marianne Williamson The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz The Sacred Enneagram Chris Heuertz Strenghtsfinder 2.0 From Gallup and Tom Rath Podcast The Sleeping at Last, Ryan O'Neal guest speaker Chris Heuertz "

    • 33 min
    Finding Your Voice is Your Magic -- Collette James

    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 Colette as they share how their inner voice shows up in their lives. 
     
    “Don’t let the noise of others opinions drown our your inner voice.” - Steve Jobs
    “The most courageous act is still too think for yourself aloud.” Coco Chanel 
    “Wisdom is far, far stronger the fear, but while fear gladly forces itself upon you, wisdom will do nothing of the kind. We can’t be victims of wisdom. Wisdom must be chosen.” Martha Beck
    “Speak your truth, even if your voice shakes.” Source unknown
     
    Tiny Habits, The small changes that change everything - BJ Foggs, PHD

    • 25 min
    Breakdown to Breakthrough

    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 "

    • 28 min
    Lisa Hermes -- President & CEO of The McKinney Chamber of Commerce

    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.

    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
10 Ratings

10 Ratings

colettejames ,

One of the most successful woman I know

Karen is extremely knowledgeable about the concept “hard work pays off”. She has experienced a lot in life, and honestly has an amazing heart while be able to be successful at so many adventures in her life. She realizes that being a compassionate individual draws business, you have to in the service industry. Like the show “cheers” you go to a business not just for the supply or in her case the food, ( but the food is amazing ) but for the company and the service .

What I love most is learning from woman who are able to provide all the ins and outs of life with conversation. That’s how I feel about Karen

Amyliz1212 ,

Great podcast!!!!

During a dark and scary time, Karen has created a genuine and motivating podcast that will make you smile - even though it’s not that easy these days. She offers real talk and great advice, and it feels like you are chatting with a friend the whole time you listen.

Karen is a prefect example of a successful female entrepreneur, and it’s so nice having her share her positivity and words of wisdom with us!!!

Happymix ,

Love, love... love!

First of all - I’m a HUGE fan of anything Karen Klassen does. From the moment my husband and I moved to downtown McKinney her name was on every business owner and residents lips.

She’s the owner of Spoons Cafe and The Garage (two of my favorite restaurants in the square!) and she brings such fire and passion to everything she does.

This podcast is no exception. It’s a must listen, subscribe and tell all your friends kind of podcast! 💕✨

Thank you Karen for bringing this to life. 👏🏻🙌🏻

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