Ever felt like your business experiment was destined to be an overnight success… only for reality to throw you a curveball? What if your “backup plan” side hustle turned into the messiest lesson of all, and you were learning as you went, in real time? If you’ve ever launched a project that didn’t go to plan (and wondered, “Is it me, or does everyone do this?”), This episode is your behind-the-scenes permission slip to embrace the messy middle.
In this episode of You Are Your Biggest Asset, host Carina Groombridge shares an honest, behind-the-scenes look at her vending machine business journey, one that didn’t quite match her original vision. If you’ve ever faced setbacks or felt frustrated when growth stalls, this episode will help you reframe setbacks as learning opportunities and discover how to confidently move forward when things aren't going to plan.
Key Takeaways:
✔ Embrace setbacks as valuable learning moments instead of signs of failure
✔ Give yourself grace and space when juggling multiple priorities (yes, even as an ambitious entrepreneur!)
✔ Get practical about troubleshooting, adjusting strategies, and taking imperfect action—especially when the “shiny” outcome hasn’t arrived yet
Timestamped Breakdown:
⏱ [00:00] Welcome: Why Carina’s sharing the real (and imperfect) story behind her vending machine side business
⏱ [03:00] Core Insight #1: Expectations vs. reality, why the “shiny” plan rarely goes as intended
⏱ [08:00] Core Insight #2: Taking action in the messy middle: delegation, disappointment, and deciding to do things differently
⏱ [12:00] Core Insight #3: How to reframe “failure” and keep moving forward (even if you’re still in progress)
⏱ [15:50] Final Thoughts & Next Steps: Self-compassion, lessons learned, and practical questions to ask when things go off script
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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/discoverycall
About 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.