Ever wondered how a personal problem could turn into a successful business? In this episode, Britney Crowell, founder and inventor of CurlCap takes us on her journey from deconstructing her dad's old hat to address her own scalp psoriasis to becoming the first Black woman with a patented product to sell officially licensed Disney apparel, yes THAT Disney!You'll hear firsthand how protecting her intellectual property through patents made all the difference when major opportunities came knocking.This conversation goes beyond business basics as Britney opens up about the difficult decisions entrepreneurs face – from walking away from Amazon's marketplace to navigating partnership transitions with integrity. Her story shows the reality of perseverance, community building, and creating a lasting legacy.Whether you're struggling to protect your creative work, looking to build a purpose-driven brand, or simply need inspiration to turn your own problems into profitable solutions, Britney's wisdom will leave you ready to take action on your dreams.Learn more about The NEXT Best Thing Community: https://startyourrewrite.com/the-next-best-thing-interestSubscribe to the NEXT Nuggets Newsletter: https://thenextbestthingact.com/Follow The NEXT Best Thing on IG @nextbestthingpodStay in touch with Britney:Get Your Curl Cap: https://www.curlcaps.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/curlcap/Britney’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/britney_sade/

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