By ADRIA MARSHALL

Real Talk with Adria and Sydney on the True Challenges of Running a Business and Launching Products During the Holidays

In this week’s episode of Entrepreneurs with Heart, Adria and Sydney openly share the real, unfiltered journey of launching new products and navigating the challenges of running a small business during the holiday season. 

From website redesigns to product photography struggles, the hosts get into real talk about what it takes to balance creativity, family commitments, and tight deadlines. 

They share the lessons learned such as ambitious product launches, that require managing your expectations, allowing for buffer time, and finding the right fit for what works best for your business style. 

Whether it’s building an email marketing strategy, experimenting with social media, or dealing with self-doubt, this episode is packed with relatable stories, actionable tips, and motivation for entrepreneurs looking to grow their dream ventures.

Topics Discussed in the Episode:

  • The highs and lows of launching a product during a busy holiday season.

  • Lessons learned from switching platforms (Squarespace to Shopify) for better customer experience.

  • The importance of creating marketing buffer time and staying adaptable.

  • Email and social media strategies for building community and driving sales.

  • How self-reflection helps entrepreneurs improve with each launch.