From Creative Sparks to Business Success with Bea Apple

01/04/2025 39 min

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Episode Synopsis

What does it take to turn creativity, resilience, and a bold vision into a successful business? In this episode of The TrustBuilt Podcast, Bea Apple, founder of Hillfolk, shares her unconventional journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, building a thriving craft business that’s about to launch in 1,500 Walmart stores nationwide.Key Takeaways from This Episode:✅ Entrepreneurship is a mindset, not just a business model. ✅ You don’t need a perfect plan—just the courage to start. .✅ Your business should solve a real problem. ✅ Scaling a small business requires innovation. ✅ Great businesses don’t just serve customers; they build communities. ✅ Authenticity builds trust. ✅ A business must evolve to survive. Resources & Links Mentioned:📌 Hillfolk (https://hillfolk.com/) – Bea’s craft store and creative community 📌 Hillfolk Craft Kits at Walmart (Launching soon!) 📌 The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni – A must-read on hiring the right people 📌 The E-Myth by Michael Gerber – Understanding why small businesses fail and how to build a scalable system

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