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Welcome to "What Went Wrong," the podcast where we share the untold stories of bouncing back from failure. I'm your host, Tabatha Thorell, and in each episode we will unravel the stories of triumph, perseverance, and resilience. So, join us every week as we sit down with remarkable individuals who will share how their setbacks became setups for success. Get ready for insights, inspiration, and a healthy dose of real talk. This is "What Went Wrong," where we redefine success one failure at a time. Subscribe now and let the journey begin.

What Went Wrong: The Untold Stories of Bouncing Back w/ Tabatha Thorell Tabatha Thorell

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Welcome to "What Went Wrong," the podcast where we share the untold stories of bouncing back from failure. I'm your host, Tabatha Thorell, and in each episode we will unravel the stories of triumph, perseverance, and resilience. So, join us every week as we sit down with remarkable individuals who will share how their setbacks became setups for success. Get ready for insights, inspiration, and a healthy dose of real talk. This is "What Went Wrong," where we redefine success one failure at a time. Subscribe now and let the journey begin.

    Fastest Way to LOSE Loyal Customers | Biggest Business Blunders & What to Learn from Them (EP-19)

    Fastest Way to LOSE Loyal Customers | Biggest Business Blunders & What to Learn from Them (EP-19)

    In this episode of the What Went Wrong Podcast, There are many business blunders that almost no one talks about. Every large business has had at least one huge mistake that cost them money, time, and customers. Today, we dive into some giant brands, including Disney, Coca-Cola, Bud Light, and more. What are the issues that come with businesses trying to please everyone? Why is Disney facing many challenges with their new inclusivity approach to their movies and characters, and why is it so controversial? How did one marketing mistake by Bud Light almost cost them all their loyal customers? In our podcast, we care about the “What Went Wrong” that leads to the “What Went Right.” So, we find it essential to discuss the important lessons you should learn as an entrepreneur from these stories to avoid making your own business blunder and ensure you always know your customers and how to serve them right.



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    • 26 min
    Why Most Managers FAIL w/Cierra Luek (EP-18)

    Why Most Managers FAIL w/Cierra Luek (EP-18)

    In this episode of What Went Wrong Podcast, we are interviewing Cierra Luek. Cierra Luek is a veteran, entrepreneur, and a mother. Cierra has helped over 350 businesses build their audience on social media. She shares her journey of starting her business in 2020 when she initially experienced rapid success with significant revenue growth. However, she made the mistake of hiring multiple people simultaneously without proper systems in place, which led to overwhelming workloads, business challenges, and emotional struggles. She discusses the huge importance of managing expectations among teams and how clear communications can transform any business. Cierra also touches on leadership, effective delegation, and the challenges of remote work. Join us today to learn more about the art of decision-making in rapidly growing companies, the concept of Minimum Viable Actions (MVAs) in management, and how to train the mind to envision future scenarios and align behaviors with long-term goals.



    Cierra Luek's Social Media:

    https://www.instagram.com/cierralueckconsulting/

    https://www.facebook.com/cierralueckconsulting/



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    • 41 min
    Why Is Passion Not Enough for Entrepreneurial Success? Ego-Driven Motivations w/ Luis Guaman (EP-17)

    Why Is Passion Not Enough for Entrepreneurial Success? Ego-Driven Motivations w/ Luis Guaman (EP-17)

    In this episode of What Went Wrong Podcast, we are interviewing Luis Guaman. Luis Guaman has achieved a client success of 100% with a 27-year-old inspiring self-development journey. Join us today as we discuss the possible reasons to why businesses that are very driven still fail. Luis discusses why a vision of making an impact and achieving financial success might not be sustainable enough, and the issues that come with ego-driven motivations. Luis then goes into the challenges of being a CEO, and the issues that come with society always pushing successful people to start their own companies although it might not be their right path. He later explains why mastering emotions can greatly impact an entrepreneur’s success. He also dives into his current focus on coaching professionals and entrepreneurs to create more time and money without succumbing to stress and overwhelm, addressing issues like imposter syndrome and fear of failure. 



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    https://www.facebook.com/Luisguamanconsulting/



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    • 33 min
    From Bankruptcy to SEVEN Figures | Financial Success VS. Spiritual Growth w/ Robbie Page (EP-16)

    From Bankruptcy to SEVEN Figures | Financial Success VS. Spiritual Growth w/ Robbie Page (EP-16)

    In this episode of What Went Wrong Podcast, we are interviewing Robbie Page. Robbie Page is a 7-figure entrepreneur who has influenced thousands of women in her journey of challenges and success. Robbie’s journey was not always smooth as she experienced bankruptcy, foreclosures, and other challenges, which all led her to a breaking point where she recognized her thoughts and words were truly shaping her reality. Robbie shares the turning moment of her life and career when she realized her mental health, self-belief, and perspective were hindering her success more than any external factors. In this episode, we discuss taking responsibility for your mindset and actions, spiritual growth, and financial success. Robbie delves into topics like personal accountability and self-forgiveness. She also shares her journey of studying God in different contexts and realizing the power of her own beliefs in shaping her life. Robbie discusses questions including how you can align your beliefs with your actions to reach a fulfilling and successful journey, is mentorship and coaching even worth it, and how is spiritual growth related to career success. She also discusses the internalized ideas many have about financial success and thinking it might not align with spirituality and why many fear taking risks in business.


    Robbie Page's Social Media:

    https://www.instagram.com/robbiedpage/

    https://web.facebook.com/page.robbie



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    • 41 min
    How Can Adolescence Failures Hold Your Business Back | Overcoming Old Setbacks (EP-15)

    How Can Adolescence Failures Hold Your Business Back | Overcoming Old Setbacks (EP-15)

    In this episode of the What Went Wrong Podcast, we are diving into our adolescent years and the importance of understanding and reflecting on their failures. These failures can still hold you back today, and your children can be going through them. Join us today as we discuss the struggles of adolescence with body image, family struggles, and not feeling like you are achieving anything significant, which for Tabatha was making it to her dream volleyball team. What kept her going after 3 years of athletic failure? When did she start being a leader, and why is leadership so important? Most importantly, how some adolescent failures can affect your business confidence, and how to help your children take ownership of their failures? All these questions and more are discussed in today’s episode of What Went Wrong.



    FOLLOW Tabatha Thorell:
    Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://tabthorell.com/⁠⁠⁠

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    Visit my training website:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.tabstrainings.com/

    • 19 min
    Two Entrepreneurs in ONE House | Finding A Healthy Relationship Dynamic w/Kathryn Jones Lish (EP-14)

    Two Entrepreneurs in ONE House | Finding A Healthy Relationship Dynamic w/Kathryn Jones Lish (EP-14)

    In this episode of What Went Wrong Podcast, we are interviewing Kathryn Jones Lish. Kathryn Jones Lish is a best-selling author and a seven-figure business owner. Kathryn and her husband built “Together Family,” which is a business that helps businesses build their partnership pool. They have been very successful and worked with eight and nine-figure businesses. Today, Kathryn discusses how relationships and dating were terrifying to her as an entrepreneur. When she did find a person she truly loves, it got even more scary. Figuring out the right dynamic for her relationship with her now husband was very challenging. Kathryn dives deep into some of the issues she had to face: Who is Batman, and who is Robin in the relationship? Does she need to give up her business and desire to create? How did she figure out a relationship when her business was her entire life? Why was she frustrated with pregnancy, although she always wanted to be a mother? Join us today as we discuss the challenges that come with two entrepreneurs in a relationship and how to find the right balance.


    Kathryn Jones Lish's Social Media:

    https://www.instagram.com/togethergame_/

    https://www.instagram.com/kathrynjoneslish/



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    • 39 min

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Tabatha has the remarkable ability to invite her guests to go deeper into the stories they’ve never shared before to pull out all the gold nuggets how how they persevered through the toughest times, allowing listeners to discover what mistakes to avoid and what to focus on when they see them on the horizon. Amazing show! I can’t wait to hear more tales of “what went wrong”.

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