036. How entrepreneurs think about failure

Are you terrified of failure—or hiding your setbacks behind social media’s highlight reel? What if embracing those stumbles is exactly what you need to grow your business (and your self-worth)? Let’s challenge everything you think you know about failure and why it’s secretly a superpower for ambitious women entrepreneurs.In this episode of You Are Your Biggest Asset, host Carina Groombridge dives into the real talk behind failure: why it's inevitable, how it's perceived differently in business and education, and how entrepreneurs can turn every misstep into a stepping stone. If you’re holding back out of fear of “messing up,” Carina shares personal stories, mindset shifts, and powerful examples that’ll inspire you to step forward, fail bravely, and celebrate your growth anyway.Link to Episode 5: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5SvqGkhgXXytgEyaaj70g1?si=OpiHShyqRuKAzKBM2SlzeQKey Takeaways:✔ Failure is not a flaw—it’s an essential part of learning and growth as an entrepreneur.✔ Shifting your mindset around failure unlocks permission to try, pivot, and discover what you truly want.✔ Success comes from putting yourself out there, even when the risk of failure (and public embarrassment) is real.Timestamped Breakdown:⏱ [00:00] Welcome: Scenic inspiration by the water, why this episode sounds different, and why failure needs a new conversation⏱ [03:24] Core Insight #1: Educational mindset vs. entrepreneurial mindset—why your school experience might be sabotaging your business confidence⏱ [06:43] Core Insight #2: The value of “failing forward” and why celebrating pivots matters just as much as traditional wins⏱ [08:54] Core Insight #3: Real-world courage—learning from high-stakes risks and how public “failures” create growth and bold identity shifts⏱ [12:17] Final Thoughts & Next Steps: Reflecting on your own risk tolerance, Carina’s challenge for you, and a sneak peek of next week’s episode with a behind-the-scenes business failCall to Action (CTA):"Did this episode resonate with you? Don’t forget to hit the Follow button on Spotify so you never miss an episode of You Are Your Biggest Asset. And if you found value, leave a review to help more business owners discover the show!"Links and Resources Mentioned:📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carinagroombridgecoaching/📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carina.groombridge🌐 Website: www.carinagroombridge.com📅 Schedule a Call: https://calendly.com/bookcarinagroombridge/discoverycallAbout the Host:Carina Groombridge is a business coach, entrepreneur, and mom who helps service-based business owners scale sustainably while embracing their role as their biggest asset. With a mix of actionable strategies and mindset work, Carina empowers her clients to create thriving businesses without burnout.Closing Message:"Your business will only grow as much as YOU do. Remember to invest in yourself, because you are your biggest asset!"This podcast is hosted by Carina Groombridge, produced and edited by Phil Better, and supported by strategic growth and monetization guidance from Phil Better Inc.