From Idea to Brand: How Todd Zimmermann Turned a Christmas Ornament into a Holiday Tradition

In this episode ofThe Starting Story Podcast, I sit down withTodd Zimmerman, the creator ofOliver the Ornament, to explore how a simple idea turned into a full-scale holiday brand. From getting laid off after 20 years in corporate America to self-publishing a bestselling children’s book series, Todd shares the ups and downs of building a business from scratch.We discuss:🔥Turning an unexpected setback into a creative breakthrough🎯The challenges of self-publishing vs. traditional publishing🤯How one Christmas ornament sparked a seven-book series💡The leap from books to Hollywood animationThis is an inspiring conversation aboutentrepreneurship, creativity, and believing in your ideas—even when the odds are stacked against you. 🚀👉Hit play now and dive into Todd’s journey! 🎧🔗 Find out more about Todd and his amazing books here, and shop with a special 25% off online e-books withthis link - or use discount code "Starting Story"!