Danijela Kovac shares her story of sobriety and how AA and going to University as a mature student changed her life. Danijela is the founder of Teetotaler Wines, a sober woman-owned company of award-winning nonalcoholic wines. Teetotaler’s Sparkling Rose was featured in the Sex and the City reboot, And Just Like That!

Her years of experience working in hospitality sparked her passion for food and wine. Unfortunately her struggle with alcohol took over and she spent 9 years battling addiction. She tells us about her journey, the struggles she faced, and what inspired her to start her own brand of nonalcoholic wines.

Show Notes:

1:45 - Danijela shares how Teetotaler Wines was born

3:15 - Danijela’s journey with addiction, her career in hospitality and construction, and going to University as a mature student

14:00 - Danijela’s transition into entrepreneurship

15:30 - How Danijela cultivated a positive mindset through AA and sobriety

18:50 - How Danijela views success

21:10 - Danijela shares her experience with failure

26:13 - Danijela talks about the importance of following her own path and knowing when to quit

31:05 - Danijela talks about her routine, including waking up at 3:30am

34:40 - Danijela shares her top tips for aspiring entrepreneurs

36:25 - All the details about where to find Teetotaler Wines online and on social media

Links:

Teetotaler Wines
Teetotaler Wines Instagram
Teetotaler Wines Facebook
Failure Decoded Instagram
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