Fail Wisdom Podcast: Turn Startup Failures into Success

By: Paul King: Startup Fail Wisdom: Insights from Founders and Entrepreneurs
  • Summary

  • Welcome to the FailWisdom Podcast—where early-stage founders turn failure into success. Hosted by seasoned entrepreneur Paul King, each episode dives deep into the raw, unfiltered stories of entrepreneurship. Through candid conversations with founders, advisors, and experts, you'll uncover the hardest-earned lessons and practical strategies to overcome startup challenges. Whether you’re navigating your first pivot or recovering from a setback, this podcast equips you with the insights needed to thrive. Subscribe now to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.
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Episodes
  • Empowering Women Globally: Building Leadership through Mentorship and Social Impact
    Dec 24 2024

    What if women in remote and underserved regions had access to world-class mentors? In this episode, we dive into the story of a social entrepreneur who has created a global mentorship network to connect corporate leaders with women in the developing world. Her mission is to empower women through mentorship, allowing them to build leadership skills, gain confidence, and access opportunities that were once out of reach.

    Our guest shares her personal journey from corporate to social impact, explaining how she transitioned from a structured business environment to creating a values-driven organization. She reflects on the importance of mentorship, why vulnerability is a strength in leadership, and how the right mentor can make all the difference in a founder’s journey.

    Tune in to learn:

    • The transformative power of mentorship and how it builds leaders.
    • Why staying true to your values is essential for sustainable success.
    • Practical advice for early-stage founders on building inclusive, impact-focused cultures.

    Hit play to explore how this powerful mentorship program is fostering future female leaders and driving social change across continents.

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    35 mins
  • Fighting Modern Slavery: A Social Entrepreneur’s Mission and Lessons in Resilience
    Dec 17 2024

    Did you know that tens of thousands of people are currently trapped in modern slavery in Australia alone? In this episode, we meet a dedicated social entrepreneur who left a corporate career to start a powerful movement against modern slavery. She shares how her nonprofit organization fights human trafficking and supports survivors through education, advocacy, and innovative business models.

    Join us as our guest talks about the challenges and breakthroughs of building a mission-driven organization, from learning hard lessons in hiring to setting up social enterprises like cafes that fund her cause. She explains how diversifying revenue streams has helped sustain her mission, even through COVID, and the impact of Australia’s Modern Slavery Act on corporate responsibility.

    Listen to gain insights on:

    • How to start and scale a social enterprise focused on human rights.
    • Strategies for balancing purpose and profit in a nonprofit organization.
    • Tips for creating meaningful partnerships with businesses to drive change.

    Press play to discover an inspiring story of resilience and innovation in the fight against modern slavery.

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    45 mins
  • From Burnout to Breakthrough: Building a Wellness Brand with Purpose
    Dec 9 2024

    Are you overwhelmed by the complexities of holistic health and wellness? In this episode, we follow the journey of a wellness entrepreneur who turned her own health struggles into a mission-driven business. After facing burnout in a high-stress finance job, she realized the need for accessible, data-driven solutions in holistic health. Now, she leads a company dedicated to empowering people with personalized wellness products backed by science.

    Join us as our guest shares the ups and downs of building a wellness brand, from securing $11 million in funding to overcoming the challenges of being a female founder in a male-dominated industry. Learn how she navigates resilience, manages rejections, and makes tough calls—all while balancing her personal life and growing her online presence.

    Tune in to discover:

    • Proven strategies for navigating investor rejections and securing funding as a female founder.
    • The importance of building community and brand authenticity in wellness.
    • Practical insights on managing stress, preventing burnout, and maintaining work-life balance as an entrepreneur.

    Press play to hear an inspiring story of purpose, resilience, and innovation in the wellness space.

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    34 mins

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