You Need to Fail Better Not Avoid It w/ Summer Borkowski

You’re not stuck because nothing is working, you're stuck because you’re trying not to fail.If you’ve been overthinking your next move, holding back from launching, or constantly questioning your decisions, today’s guest, Summer Borkowski, founder of Summer Gold, a beauty and wellness club, breaks down what’s actually happening when you fail. Avoiding failure might feel like a smart move, but it’s the exact thing keeping you from getting the clarity and momentum you need.In this Business Chaser episode, Summer walks through what it really means to fail better, how to use failure as feedback instead of proof you’re doing something wrong, and why some of your best business decisions will come from things not working the first time.So if you’ve been waiting to feel more confident before taking action, this will show you why trying is the only way forward.Chapters:00:24 Fear of failure in business01:27 Why failing feels public02:27 Reframing failure and self-worth03:14 What failing better actually means03:54 When a launch gets zero sales04:32 How to get the right feedback05:20 Adjusting pricing and offers05:55 Why testing creates clarity06:23 When to pivot or let go07:20 Trusting your decisions08:05 How failure drives growth08:56 The mindset shift around failure09:35 Overthinking and analysis paralysis10:14 Using feedback from your audienceConnect with Summer:Website: https://www.summergoldco.com/Instagram: @summergoldcoInstagram: @sumshadyUpcoming Events:Chicago Retreat - July 14-16, 2026 - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/iid9wbr2ycNapa Retreat - October 5-8, 2026 - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/cetj223rsrGrowth & Connect Events - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/hb2a0mwbqwLet’s Stay Connected: → Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurennajar → Learn more or work with me: www.laurennajar.com → Follow Business Over Cocktails on IG: www.instagram.com/businessovercocktails → Attend Growth & Connect retreats & events: www.instagram.com/growthandconnect🎧 Subscribe & Review: Love the episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a friend who needs a business boost and a good chat over a cocktail.