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Hidden Opportunities in Hard Times: A Conversation with Kim Barker [episode 76]


header graphic Hidden Opportunities in Hard Times: A Conversation with Kim Barker [episode 76]

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Hard times can feel like the end of the world, but what if they're actually the start of something better?

 

In this episode, I sit down with long-time friend and rancher, Kim Barker from Walnut Creek Farms in Oklahoma, to talk about the unexpected ways drought, high prices, family challenges, and even personal setbacks can become turning points in your ranching business. Kim has lived through plenty of ups and downs, and he shares how a crisis mindset can keep you stuck, while an opportunity mindset can turn the same situation into a launchpad.

 

From navigating multi-year droughts to helping the next generation get started, Kim lays out practical examples of how to look ahead, prepare wisely, and build a network that helps you see opportunities you would have missed on your own. Whether you are dealing with tight feed, high cattle prices, family pressure, or just a tough season, this episode will help you reframe the challenge and look for hidden opportunities in hard times.


In this episode, Hidden Opportunities in Hard Times: A Conversation with Kim Barker, we cover: 

  • How drought and other crises can create long-term opportunities you cannot see in the moment

  • Ways to prepare for tough years by deciding early what to sell, what to keep, and where to market

  • How other people's drought and feed can open profitable doors if you have the right skills and portable infrastructure

  • Why high prices are a chance to clean up your herd, strengthen your finances, and make smart changes

  • How education, relationships, and a strong network make opportunities easier to spot

  • The mindset shift that turns a crisis into a turning point instead of a setback

  

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Welcome to Ranchonomics, where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. This podcast is brought to you by Ranch Right LLC, and together we will look at essential strategies, mindsets, and processes needed to take command of your financials and master the business metrics that make all the difference. If you are ready to start winning at ranching, then you are in the right spot. 


With each episode of Ranchonomics, you will hear inspiring success stories, gain simple yet powerful financial literacy tips, and listen to insightful interviews with industry experts and real-life practitioners. 


Whether you are a seasoned rancher or just starting out, we believe that managing a ranch shouldn't mean drowning in paperwork or missing out on valuable opportunities. Our mission is to help you see the link between your daily ranching operations and your financials that allow you to go from chaos to clarity and achieve your goals. 


Join us as we explore the intersection of ranching and finance, helping you understand your numbers and make informed decisions that propel your business forward. 

Subscribe now and start your path to a more profitable, less stressful ranching experience with Ranchonomics. It's time to harness the full potential of your operation. 

 

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