So Bad, It Sold
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What if your startup was failing - not because of funding or market fit - but because of something hidden beneath the surface?
You hustle, build, and push forward, yet cracks start forming.
The team isn’t aligned, decisions pile up, and motivation quietly fades.
Slowly, the foundation weakens until one day, everything stalls.
The truth?
Most startups don’t collapse overnight. They erode from within.
Are you unknowingly setting traps for your own success?
Are silent killers creeping into your business right now?
Before you make another move, check out the Inside Scoop.
These overlooked mistakes could be the difference between thriving - or barely surviving.
✅ 50 Startup-Killing Mistakes (That Most Founders Never See Coming!)
Startups are like a game of Minesweeper - hidden traps everywhere, and one wrong step can blow everything up. After helping build and sell multimillion-dollar companies, I’ve seen the same deadly mistakes take down founders again and again. Are you unknowingly stepping on one of them?
✅ From “Terrible” to Trending: The Accidental Art Hustle Bringing in Thousands!
Jamie’s wedding gift was supposed to be a joke - now it’s a booming business. What started as a hilariously bad painting has turned into a side hustle with a flood of orders and cash rolling in. The best part? He’s not even trying to improve!
✅From Isolation to Innovation: The Startup Tackling Loneliness with $646K in Funding
“How can you be in a city of millions and still feel alone?” That question led Nicola Gunby to create Cliq, a social networking app designed to bring people together in real life. Now, with over 100,000 users and major funding, it’s proving that true connection goes beyond the scroll.
✅ From Parental Doubts to 8-Figure Success: How Cassey Ho Proved Everyone Wrong
“You’ll never make a living doing that.” Cassey Ho heard it all when she chose passion over tradition. But by defying expectations, she built multiple 8-figure businesses—and changed the fitness industry in the process.
They laughed at his wedding gift.
Jamie Matthias thought he was just making a funny portrait for his wife, Kate.
A “terrible” painting, done as a joke.
But when their kids pulled it out during the wedding speech, the whole room erupted with laughter.
The painting was bad - really bad. But it was also hilarious.
Kate shared it online, and suddenly, strangers wanted one too.
Orders poured in.
People weren’t just buying art; they were buying joy.
At first, Jamie couldn’t believe it.
He wasn’t an artist. He was an accountant.
His paintings weren’t supposed to sell.
But instead of doubting himself, he leaned into the “madness”.
He set up a social media page, calling his work "Terrible Art by Jamie Lee." More orders came in.
More people laughed. More money followed.
Now, his little joke is a thriving business, bringing in thousands.
And the best part?
He’s doing something he loves - something people once mocked.
Jamie’s story is proof:
What people laugh at today might be what they pay for tomorrow.
Keep going. Keep creating.
You never know what “terrible” idea might turn into something amazing.
The Secret to Grinding Without Burning Out
Motivation is like caffeine - great for a quick boost but useless when you need lasting energy.
The real game-changer?
Purpose.
When your drive is rooted in something bigger than daily wins and losses, setbacks stop feeling like roadblocks and start looking like detours.
That’s how top performers keep going when things get tough - they’re fueled by something deeper than momentary success.
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As we wrap up this edition, let's dive into an inspiring development that's making waves in the entrepreneurial world.
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has announced her upcoming podcast, "Confessions of a Female Founder," set to launch on April 8, 2025.
In this eight-part series, Meghan engages in candid conversations with successful female entrepreneurs, sharing their journeys from humble beginnings to remarkable successes.
Drawing from her own experiences in launching her lifestyle brand, As Ever, she offers listeners an intimate look into the challenges and triumphs of building a business.
This podcast promises to be a treasure trove of insights and inspiration for side hustlers and seasoned entrepreneurs alike.
Mark your calendars and get ready to tune in for a dose of motivation and real-talk from women who've turned their visions into reality.
Meghan Markle's New Podcast: 'Confessions of a Female Founder'
