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EPISODE · Sep 22, 2025 · 9 MIN

How "Blowing It" Can Lead to Big Business Wins | Ep 8

from The Story Lab · host Jonathan Howard

Send us Fan MailThe stories where we fall down or fail are the most important ones to share. These "lessons learned" moments humanize us, make us relatable, and provide valuable insights that can help others avoid similar pitfalls.• Failure stories are powerful connection points with your audience• When starting in social media consulting, I made a major presentation mistake• I prepared advanced strategies for an audience who didn't know what Facebook was• Had to throw away my presentation and start with absolute basics• This failure shaped my entire business approach and led to teaching opportunities• Sharing mistakes makes you more human and relatable• Your "lessons learned" can save others time and frustration• These stories demonstrate growth and real expertise• It's not about falling down but how you get back upPlease go to your favorite podcast platform and give us a rating or write a review. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The stories where we fall down or fail are the most important ones to share. These "lessons learned" moments humanize us, make us relatable, and provide valuable insights that can help others avoid similar pitfalls. • Failure stories are powerful connection points with your audience • When starting in social media consulting, I made a major presentation mistake • I prepared advanced strategies for an audience who didn't know what Facebook was • Had to throw away my presentat...

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