The Teacher Biz Podcast

28: Lessons Learned from a Failed Business


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Heather shares her personal journey of starting her first online business, a budget blog called Happy Humble Home, which ultimately did not achieve the level of success she had hoped for. She reflects on the lessons she learned from that experience and how it shaped her approach to building her current business, Kindergarten Ready. Heather emphasizes the importance of focusing on products, growing an email list, and taking imperfect action. She also provides encouragement to learn from past failures and never be afraid to try again if something didn't work the first time!



Key Takeaways:

  • (03:35) Heather's background as a teacher
  • (06:05) Leaving the classroom and starting a blog
  • (08:45) Stuck in perfectionism and not taking imperfect action
  • (11:25) Lessons learned from her first business experience
  • (13:05) Transitioning to the Kindergarten Ready business
  • (15:00) Focusing on products and growing an email list
  • (16:45) Learning to do more of what works and less of what doesn't
  • (19:05) Advice to keep trying and not be afraid to start again


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