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href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLiLbc86FzxuNJEtfbGkdnyb6w4P2X6beF\">YouTube<\/a><a class=\"spp-button-custom2\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:none !important;\" href=\"\"><\/a><a class=\"spp-button-custom3\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:none !important;\" href=\"\"><\/a><a class=\"spp-button-custom4\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:none !important;\" href=\"\"><\/a><a class=\"spp-button-custom5\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:none !important;\" href=\"\"><\/a><a class=\"spp-button-custom6\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:none !important;\" href=\"\"><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this episode, I sit down for the first time on this podcast with our newest coaching teammate, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\/coaching-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alyssa Brown<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Alyssa is a fifth-generation farmer, mom, and farm partner who is passionate about working with farmers to stay financially organized on the farm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have an in-depth discussion about the consequences of delayed decision-making and how changing that habit can help determine the long-term profitability and sustainability of your farm. Alyssa shares several practical strategies and useful tools for financial organization as well as tips for young farmers who are struggling to get founding farmers on board. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the end of the episode, you\u2019ll have a good grasp on the next steps of your own financial journey and will have gained knowledge as to why a team of advisors (who you actually like!) will save you money in the long run. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI think what some people don&#8217;t understand is the importance of making these decisions now [and how it] is going to impact the long-term profitability of the farm. And not just profitability, but sustainability. Is this going to actually work for the next generation? I think that&#8217;s an important piece to discuss with the founding generation.\u201d <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-Alyssa Brown<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Mentioned During This Episode<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Books<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck\/dp\/059342297X\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buy Back Your Time <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by Dan Martell<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Accounting Software<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quickbooks.intuit.com\/ca\/online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quickbooks<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dext.com\/ca?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid_search&amp;utm_campaign=CA_Brand&amp;utm_keyword=dext%20accountant&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid_search&amp;utm_campaign=%7Bcampaign%7D&amp;utm_keyword=dext%20accountant&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAy8K8BhCZARIsAKJ8sfQ_5OYmGH15eYv6YHw-bCQgi1PXgONKhdsO0-lSylITQKYAiw83JcEaAkn_EALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Blog Post<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2025\/01\/16\/practical-strategies-to-stay-financially-organized-on-your-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practical Strategies to Stay Financially Organized on Your Farm<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Alyssa Brown<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Other<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Farm Family Transition Membership<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stoutenberg.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stoutenberg &amp; Company<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/forms-publications\/publications\/rc4466\/tax-free-savings-account-tfsa-guide-individuals.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Elaine Froese Resources &amp; Links<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/speaking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SPEAKING &#8211; book Elaine for your next event<\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">COACHING &#8211; find your Farm Transition Coach<\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MEMBERSHIP &#8211; Join the waitlist for the Membership<\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/free-planning-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RESOURCES &#8211; download for FREE<\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CONTACT &#8211; take the next steps in your transition<\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/coachfroese.infusionsoft.app\/app\/form\/podcast-questions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BURNING QUESTION? Submit it here for Elaine or her coaches<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>About Our Guest<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10681  alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screen-Shot-2025-02-17-at-10.10.13-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"148\" height=\"146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screen-Shot-2025-02-17-at-10.10.13-PM.png 374w, https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screen-Shot-2025-02-17-at-10.10.13-PM-300x295.png 300w, https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Screen-Shot-2025-02-17-at-10.10.13-PM-120x118.png 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 148px) 100vw, 148px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alyssa grew up on a fifth-generation family farm, where she developed a deep appreciation for agriculture and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by farm families. She earned her Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Accounting from the University of Alberta, where she found her passion for financial strategy. Driven by a desire to deepen her expertise, she continued her studies at the University of Alberta, completing a Master\u2019s in Accounting degree.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her own family farm is currently transitioning to the next generation, which has deepened her passion for helping other farm families successfully navigate this process. By marrying her two worlds\u2014agriculture and accounting\u2014Alyssa is driven by a commitment to preserving the legacy of farming families, providing them with the financial guidance and support they need to achieve sustainable success.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\/coaching-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bio<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Submit a Question<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have a burning question you\u2019d like answered on the show by Elaine or one of her amazing coaches? Ask it\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/coachfroese.infusionsoft.app\/app\/form\/podcast-questions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>Share Your Thoughts<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Did you enjoy this episode of the Farm Family Harmony Podcast? Keep the conversation going by sharing your experiences and perspectives in the comments below. Your involvement is what makes this community THRIVE! Have your say \u2013 we\u2019re all ears!<\/p>\n<p>Help us grow our community by rating the show or submitting a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0UCkbGF76mrbbP8UJdjP3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spotify<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/ca\/podcast\/farm-family-harmony-podcast\/id1659119952\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple<\/a>. Sharing an episode with your community, family, and friends, or commenting on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/farmfamilycoach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0is another great way to show your support!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Timestamps<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:00:30]<\/span> Introduction to Alyssa Brown<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:03:21]<\/span> The first step to getting financially organized<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:04:58]<\/span> Separating the family account from the farm account<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:05:30]<\/span> Embracing new technology for accounting<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:08:28]<\/span> Accounting software options<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:09:08]<\/span> Tracking non-cash transactions<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:13:09]<\/span> Variable costs vs fixed costs<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:16:19]<\/span> Organization tip for tracking fixed vs variable costs<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:18:02]<\/span> A useful piece of info to include on your spreadsheet<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:19:21]<\/span> Financial transparency on the farm<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:23:18]<\/span> Where to gain better financial literacy<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:25:39]<\/span> Having a good connection with your team of advisors is important<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:26:56]<\/span> Using a funnel as a visual metaphor<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:28:11]<\/span> Was it about farmers not wanting to pay tax?<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:33:55]<\/span> How young farmers can get their whole family to the table<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span>[0:36:52]<\/span> Why it\u2019s important for advisors to be transparent about their work<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this episode, I sit down for the first time on this podcast with our newest coaching teammate, Alyssa Brown. 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Listeners will gain insightful and practical wisdom on how to achieve a farm family transition that is oriented towards creating conditions for positive relationships and building healthy teams and organizational culture.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cActually, I morally judge people all the time, and then all of a sudden I find myself in a conversation with them, and it's really rewarding, and I'm totally surprised. See what happens when you're open to curiosity about someone? In the Art of Hosting, we call these limiting beliefs. 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Frankl: Author and Holocaust Survivor<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<b>Blog Posts<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2023\/08\/03\/how-to-say-sorry-at-harvest-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Say \u201cSorry\u201d at Harvest <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by Elaine Froese<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2024\/09\/12\/thinking-inside-the-box-of-lateral-thinking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking Inside the Box of Lateral Thinking<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Lydia Carpenter<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2022\/09\/22\/the-power-of-a-letter-to-get-unstuck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The power of a letter to get unstuck<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Elaine Froese<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<b>Other<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\/conflict-dynamics-profile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conflict Dynamics Profile<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Elaine Froese Resources & Links<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/speaking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SPEAKING - book Elaine for your next event<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">COACHING - find your Farm Transition Coach<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MEMBERSHIP - join the waitlist for the\u00a0 Farm Family Harmony Member<\/span>ship<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/free-planning-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RESOURCES - download for FREE<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CONTACT - take the next steps in your transition<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>About Our Guest<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-10342 alignnone alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screen-Shot-2024-12-18-at-12.23.42-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"160\" height=\"136\" \/>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyle is a Professional Agrologist with the Manitoba Institute of Agrologists and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Manitoba. He also has training in conflict management, mediation, and group facilitation. He works as a Grain Marketing Advisor where he assists farmers as they produce and sell their crops.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\/coaching-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coaching Profile<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Submit a Question<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a burning question you\u2019d like answered on the show by Elaine or one of her amazing coaches? Ask it <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coachfroese.infusionsoft.app\/app\/form\/podcast-questions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HERE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>Share Your Thoughts<\/b>\r\n\r\nDid you enjoy this episode of the Farm Family Harmony Podcast? Keep the conversation going by sharing your experiences and perspectives in the comments below. Your involvement is what makes this community THRIVE! Have your say \u2013 we\u2019re all ears!\r\n\r\nHelp us grow our community by rating the show or submitting a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0UCkbGF76mrbbP8UJdjP3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spotify<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/farm-family-harmony-podcast\/id1659119952%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple<\/a>. Sharing an episode with your community, family, and friends, or commenting on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/farmfamilycoach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0is another great way to show your support!\r\n\r\n<strong>Timestamps<\/strong>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:00:30 Introduction to Lyle Wiens<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:03:34 Art of Hosting and the Principles of Dialogue<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:05:33 Key Principles of the Principles of Dialogue<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:08:42 What it means to \u201chost yourself\u201d<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:10:03 Listening vs Convincing<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:10:42 Barry Johnson and Polarity<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:13:51 Honoring the intensity of agriculture<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:18:00 Power dynamic in farm family transition<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:18:45 Navigating and hosting powerful people<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:20:00 Sitting with tension and being conflict-aware<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:22:23 The stories we tell ourselves<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:23:25 Power, Control, and Perfectionism<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:25:42 Nonviolent Communication<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:26:23 Life-alienating Communication<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:27:26 Moralistic Judgements<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:29:16 Limiting Beliefs<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:31:35 There\u2019s always a choice<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:36:25 Crying and the culture of love<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:35:42 A generational resistance to face-to-face 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