26. 10 Things I’d Do Differently If I Were Starting My Business Today (Plus a Few I’m Glad I Got Right)

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If I were starting my business all over again today, here’s a list of 10 things I wouldn’t repeat—and what I’d absolutely double down on.

Today I'm sharing my list of hard-earned lessons about strategy, mindset, tech, energy, and what actually builds momentum. Plus, I’m highlighting a few decisions I’m genuinely proud of making early on and continue to do today.

Whether you’re just launching your business or wondering if it’s time for a reset, this episode will help you skip some of the mistakes and move forward with more clarity and confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why DIYing your website might be costing more than you think
• The mindset shift that saved me from perfectionism paralysis
• The truth about where clients really come from
• The type of offer I WISH I'd started with
• How I simplified the tech piece
• What I walked away from—even though it “worked” for others
• A few key choices I got right that helped me grow with more ease

Thrive in 5: Here are 5 simple actions you can take today to start your business off on a better foot:

1. Start a “Proof Folder” to collect testimonials, kind messages, and wins.
2. Audit your tech stack—what tools are truly supporting you? And what's just weighing you down?
3. Reshare something you've already created and love.
4. Define what success means for you this season (beyond revenue).
5. Write down what felt aligned—and what didn’t—this past week.

If this episode sparked something for you, send it to a friend who needs a reminder that it’s okay to do business differently. And if you’re building something that feels aligned (not algorithm-approved), I’m cheering you on every step of the way.

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