Episode 147 – 12 Beginner Homesteading Mistakes to Avoid

🎧 Episode 147 – 12 Beginner Homesteading Mistakes to AvoidPodcast: Ditch the Store with CJ from Mojo Homestead🌱 www.mojohomestead.netLet’s be honest — when you’re starting out with homesteading, it’s easy to miss things you didn’t even know to think about. This week, CJ goes through the 12 most common beginner mistakes (yep, not 10 — she added extras she couldn’t leave out) and gives you practical tips on how to avoid each one.From fencing fails and foxes, to burnout, budgeting and bypassing the council… this is the stuff that trips people up early. Whether you're still dreaming or already knee-deep in goat poop, this episode will save you time, money, stress — and maybe even a few chickens 🐔.🧭 In this episode, CJ breaks it down into three groups:1. Practical MistakesNot securing animals properly (aka The Great Chicken Escape)Ignoring council rules and getting finedUnderestimating water needs and running drySkipping pest/disease prevention and losing stockNot tracking expenses or keeping records (future-you will thank you)2. Mindset MistakesDoing too much too fast (hello burnout)Romanticising the lifestyle (it's not all sourdough & sunshine)Getting stuck in research and not startingComparing your journey to others on Instagram or Pinterest3. Lifestyle MistakesNot factoring in time limits (work, kids, life)Not including your partner/familyForgetting to budget for animals, fencing, feed and gear🎯 Whether you’re a total newbie or feeling a bit overwhelmed, this episode is your permission slip to slow down and simplify.📝 Ready to get organised? Start tracking your homesteading journey with CJ’s journals:Check out our books and journals on Amazon📓Books Brooder to Plate - USA and Kindle https://amzn.to/44yQr2L Brooder to Plate - Aussie version https://amzn.to/4eTcGnw📓JournalsBeekeeping Journal https://amzn.to/46iNapz Chicken Keeping Journal https://amzn.to/44QgctYGoatkeeping Journal https://amzn.to/4lzYGSaFarm Management Journal https://amzn.to/4eSFfRL📚 Coming soon: “From Brooder to Breakfast: Raising Chickens for Eggs Without the Carton” & “Bread to Plate” — stay tuned!🌐 Grab freebies, printable checklists, and get on the email list at:www.mojohomestead.net📸 Tag your real-life homesteading wins (mud and all):Instagram & Facebook → @mojohomestead