What if investing in first-time employees could shape the future of work? 🍦

Rosie sits down with Meggan Kerkenbush, co-owner of the iconic Bridgeman's Ice Cream brand, to explore how a 90-year-old company is thriving by leading with heart, purpose, and people-first practices. From serving up sundaes to teaching life skills, Meggan shares how their small business is building future-ready leaders, one scoop at a time.

They discuss the value of community partnerships, supporting team members through personal adversity, and why flexibility and intentionality are non-negotiable in modern leadership. Meggan opens up about navigating her husband's ALS diagnosis while running a seasonal business and why showing up as your full, human self is the most important leadership trait of all.

Whether you're leading a multigenerational team, managing part-timers, or just needing a reminder that your work matters beyond the bottom line, this one's for you.

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Key Takeaways:

• Pivoting is essential for sustainable, human-centered leadership.
• Invest in youth employees, even if temporary.
• Life challenges require leadership rooted in flexibility.
• Strong communities start with intentional business involvement.
• Showing up imperfectly is still leadership.