special post: 4 Business #fails
I love podcasts, and I love guesting on podcasts.
I was thrilled to join The Savvy Session for a second guest spot on a special episode. I joined franchisor expert Kristine Givens along with hosts Kirsten Ramos and Paula Kircher in a special episode where we shared our biggest business mistakes (#fails) and the lessons learned - and what we did differently.
We made mistakes so you don’t have to! Let’s call this, “Things you should know before starting a business.”
Listen to our conversation here.
4 of Our Biggest Business Lessons Learned from Bad Business Decisions:
Don’t fall in love with a vendor before checking their references. (And ALWAYS check references!)
I shared a story about working with a vendor to build out a CRM system. Spoiler alert: They didn’t deliver. The lesson? Take time to vet vendors thoroughly and test before committing.Trust Your Intuition. Something seems off? Information missing? Ask questions.
Kristine emphasized the importance of listening to your gut, especially when red flags appear during big business decisions.Delegate for Success. You’re a business owner; you shouldn’t do everything.
Paula shared how trying to do everything herself in her early days led to burnout and how learning to automate and micro-outsource allowed her to thrive in managing the podcast.The Importance of Due Diligence, or, Vet Your Vendors Part 2.
Kirsten reflected on her costly experience with a PR consultant who failed to deliver. She learned the importance of research, seeking references, and trusting her instincts before big investments.
Check out the lessons we’ve learned the hard way! Let our conversation empower you to navigate your business journey with confidence, resilience, and wisdom!
About The Author
Hi! I’m Marianna. I’ve made some busienss mistakes, but more importantly: I make public speaking and presentation skills easier for my clients. My clients have gone on to win promotions and rock their keynotes.
I help with everything from developing your signature talk, to crafting a knockout pitch, to managing anxiety and nerves, to speaking with confidence. In addition to Presentation Skills workshops, I offer executive coaching and Keynote speeches. To learn more, Get in touch.