Entrepreneurship is often rooted in humble beginnings. My guest today is a true testament to this, having Co-Founded the Kombucha company, Health-Ade, Vanessa Dew! Vanessa is the Chief Sales Officer of the business and has used her skillset in finance to launch their incredible lineup of products to customers world wide. The company began as a small town venture, selling to members in the community at farmers markets and fairs, Health-Ade now has a team of over three hundred and has implemented a number of strategies in order to maintain a positive and productive culture. In this episode, Vanessa shares the highs and lows she’s experienced on the way to managing a Kombucha-centered enterprise, how she’s helped students at USC overcome the beast that is Imposter syndrome, and why gut health is such an important aspect of our bodies to look after.To hear more, have a listen to Episode 33 of Enhanced Living! Some Questions I Ask:Kombucha isn’t generally something people like the taste of. How have you managed to make Health-Ade products enjoyable to drink?

Why are fermented foods, probiotics and gut health important for people to take into consideration?

What inspired you to start a Kombucha business?

What helped you to overcome your professional low points?

What ‘buckets’ do you generally tend to neglect?

What is the number one thing people ask you when seeking mentorship?

What team building strategies have you implemented at Health-Ade & How have you helped bring your company together in a cohesive way?

What about Health-Ade are you most looking forward to?

What one piece of advice can you leave my listeners with in order for them to live enhanced?

In This Episode You Will Learn:What Kombucha is & How it benefits our bodies

The connection gut health has with our mental well being and heart functionality

Vanessa’s experience as a Mentor to students at USC

How Vanessa helps her clients overcome Imposter syndrome