What’s it like to run a successful business with your family? This week, we’re chatting with Wendy and Madison Hively, the mother-daughter duo behind Charliemadison Originals, as they celebrate 10 incredible years in business.
From their advice on working with family to the lessons they’ve learned along the way, Wendy and Madison will share insights into building a meaningful brand while keeping passion and purpose at the heart of it all. Plus, they’ll reflect on what they’d tell their year-one selves if they could go back in time. Whether you’re a business owner, thinking about starting a venture with family, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is filled with wisdom, heart, and encouragement.
Quotes from the show
I always tell people business owners is that nobody cares that you’re working all the time. So if you work all the time, you’re just taking away from yourself and your family.
– Wendy Hively
Try different things and be willing to pivot if they don’t work.
-Madison Hively
Let’s Meet Our Guest
Wendy and Madison Hively
Charliemadison Originals
Founded by a veteran Navy spouse and named after her daughters, Charliemadison Originals is a mother-daughter run company creating jewelry that unites the military community, inspires connection through all seasons of military life, and gives back to nonprofit organizations.
Our bracelets are your tangible “everyday reminders that every day matters®” – your anchor to faraway family and friends and to our community, filled with families like yours, who understand the sacrifices of military life.
Collaboration and giving back are the heart of our mission. We are proud to honor the three generations of our family who served by collaborating with non-profit organizations to shine a light on their missions and by giving back 5% of your purchase to non-profits that support military service members and their families.
Espresso Shot(s)
1. Can you share some advice on working with family members in your business? And one thing you wish you had done in the beginning about working together as mother and daughter?
2. You are celebrating 10 years in business this year, what would you tell CharlieMadison year one?
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