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Oct 2024
55m 52s

Fueled by Faith: Christa Crawford’s Unst...

Emily Ford
About this episode

Once on food stamps and now a powerhouse in the business world, Christa Crawford’s journey is a powerful reminder that success is built on faith, resilience, hard work, and a fierce commitment to one’s dreams!

I met Christa a few months ago when she set out to Fordify her brand, and let me tell you, her story is nothing short of remarkable. She didn’t grow up with a success mindset; in fact, she once found herself relying on food stamps — but that didn’t stop her. During those challenging times, she launched her first venture, building furniture from the ground up. She honed her craft so well that she caught the eye of the Bethenny Show, attracting high-profile clients like LeAnn Rimes and the Kardashian family. She later on ventured into network marketing, rising to the top of her company and generating over $200 million in sales and still climbing. 

Amidst all her success, Christa never strayed from her core values, placing family and faith at the center of her life. You’re going to admire so much about her journey, her grit, and her heart. So, buckle up and get ready to be inspired!

In this episode:
  • Why happy people don’t hate
  • The power of discernment and faith
  • Letting go of ego — the life-changing magic of humility
  • Can dedication to family and commitment to work co-exist?
  • How fearless decisiveness fuels success
  • Christa’s inspiring journey from food stamps to financial freedom
  • Why there is no such thing as failure
  • Christa’s Faith Journey
  • Knowing God vs Believing in God
  • A key question to ask yourself when praying
  • How authenticity fuels consistency in building your brand
  • How to overcome mom guilt by integrating family life and business
  • Breaking societal molds by being true to yourself
  • Christa’s lightning bolt moment
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