Episode Synopsis "Sophie Milliken: 'They really screwed me over but I won't be fooled again'. Lessons from a business partnership that went wrong (S1, Ep 1)"

A good business partnership can be an absolute joy. You can combine your unique strengths and talents - and navigate the journey together (including the obstacles and challenges). But bad business partnership can also cost you - both financially and emotionally - something entrepreneur Sophie Milliken learned the hard way. In this episode of the Courageous podcast, she shares what she learned (and how it’s helped her build the business she has today). Key Moments00:05:52 The chance conversation on a train that led Sophie to leave her corporate role at John Lewis and start a business 00:07:55 Garage sales, car washing and paper rounds: Sophie’s early signs of entrepreneurship 00:13:03 Why Sophie believes business is like a game of Snakes & Leaders00:21:18 Dealing with divorce with a 2-year-old and a brand new business00:29:50 Doing business with good people: How Sophie parted ways with her first business partner00:32:10 Why Sophie thinks she was groomed to sell her the business + all the red flags2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%.Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Sophie Milliken’s website Sophie Milliken’s podcast Sophie Milliken’s LinkedInSophie Milliken’s book 

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