S1E237 - Small Business Reality Check – Wins, Fails & Fresh Starts
Published: November 24, 2025
Duration: 47:46
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In this week’s episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal share a real-life business update—talking openly about burnout, shifting gears, and keeping momentum through the slow seasons. From dealing with canceled trips during the government shutdown to landing their biggest tumbler order ever, this episode is full of truth bombs and laughs.
They also dive into:
✨ How a simple print-shop contract changed their business trajectory
✨ The emotional rollercoaster of testing materials and chasing perfection
✨ Why customs can drain your energy (an...