064. THE QUIET POWER OF AN IMPERFECT YEAR

Looking back at a year that didn't go quite as planned? In this episode, we explore why those business 'setbacks' often hold our most valuable insights. Discover how unexpected turns and challenging moments aren't signs of failure, but powerful indicators of your natural path to success.   Key Moments: [02:13] The myth of the perfect business path and why it holds us back  [06:24] Two common scenarios we label as failures (but shouldn't) [12:45] How clarity often emerges from our most challenging moments  [18:32] The fascinating pattern in successful business pivots  [23:15] Introduction to the "This Is What Works" audit tool  [28:40] How to use perceived setbacks to strengthen your natural approach   Notable Quotes: "Those unexpected turns and challenging moments aren't signs that you're doing something wrong - they're often showing you exactly what you need to know about building a business that truly works for you." "When we're working in alignment with our natural strengths, everything flows more easily. We spend less time forcing ourselves to follow prescribed paths and more time creating genuine value in ways that feel natural to us."   Resources Mentioned: Read This Week's Full Journal Post    Share Your Insights: I'd love to hear what resonated with you from this episode. What unexpected turns in your business have led to greater clarity? Share your thoughts with me on Instagram, either in comments or head into my DMs - I try to read and reply to every message.   Never Miss an Episode: Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for behind-the-scenes insights, exclusive resources, and first access to new offerings.  

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Welcome to Passion to Profit, the business podcast for creative entrepreneurs ready to build a profitable, sustainable business. Your host, Philippa Craddock, believes the most successful businesses are built by recognising and embracing what you’re naturally brilliant at. Having grown her own design business from the kitchen table to a seven-figure global brand, she now helps creative business owners build energising, thriving businesses that truly value their time and expertise. Each week, Philippa shares practical, jargon-free advice on pricing, marketing, mindset, and growth, helping you charge what you're worth, show up with confidence, and build a business around your strengths, without the burnout. If you're ready to turn your passion into real profit, you're in the right place.