When Maya Ackerman built an AI that tried to do everything, the mistake reshaped how she thinks about creativity. Listen: Check out all episodes on the My Favorite Mistake main page. My …
The Mistake of Unrealistic Expectations: Mark Struczewski’s Solopreneur Journey
Mark Struczewski’s favorite mistake was launching his solopreneur business with unrealistic expectations. That hard lesson reshaped how he thinks about productivity, focus, and doing the right things …
Avoiding Bad Marketing: Amber Gaige on Mistakes, AI, and the Four Cs
Amber Gaige’s favorite mistake was staying too long in a family business—but the lessons she learned reshaped her approach to marketing, leadership, and using AI wisely. Listen: Check out …
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Why Staying Silent Was Her Favorite Mistake — Dr. Tia Warrick on Speaking Up and Career Growth
Staying silent can feel safe—until it quietly holds your career back. In this episode, Dr. Tia Warrick shares how not speaking up early in her career became her favorite mistake, and how learning to …
Why the Corporate Ladder Was My Biggest Mistake — Kason Morris on Redefining Work and Purpose
Climbing the corporate ladder is often framed as success—but what if it costs more than it gives? In this episode, Kason Morris shares how relentless ambition became his biggest mistake, and how …
Overcoming Setbacks: Jonathan Small on the Career Mistake That Sparked His Reinvention
Listen: Check out all episodes on the My Favorite Mistake main page. My guest for Episode #301 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jonathan Small, an award-winning journalist, …