Growing Your Business and Planning Ahead
Improve with Feedback and Reflection
After your first sale or event, take time to ask:
- What worked best?
- What can be improved?
- What would I change next time?
Small updates—like better signs, packaging, or clearer messages—can have a big impact. Feedback is your guide to better results.
Ways to Expand Your Business
If you’re ready to grow, consider:
- Adding new products or services
- Creating gift sets or holiday versions
- Selling at new places like markets or online
- Working with a friend or teammate
- Adjusting your offer for different groups
Remember, growth isn’t just about money. It’s about reaching more people, doing better work, or developing confidence.
Share Your Progress
Telling your story helps others support your work. You can:
- Create a video about your journey
- Post safe family updates on social media
- Enter contests or share with local newspapers
- Speak at school or community events
People enjoy following kid-led projects. Sharing what you’ve learned builds trust and encouragement.
Practice Pitching to Supporters
To grow, you may want to talk to mentors, teachers, or small investors. A good pitch includes:
- What your business is and why it matters
- What you’ve done so far
- What support you need to continue
You can practice your pitch with your family or the AI Assistant to feel more confident.
Think Long-Term
After one project, you might:
- Continue and grow it
- Start something new
- Take a break and reflect
What you learned—skills, stories, and confidence—will stay with you. Use your Business by Kids Map to record ideas and set new goals. It’s your personal roadmap to future opportunities.
Summary Points
- Improving your business starts with honest feedback and small changes.
- Growth can mean adding new products, reaching new people, or building a team.
- Sharing your story helps you gain support and inspire others.
- Practicing your pitch prepares you for bigger opportunities.
- Long-term thinking helps you reflect on skills, values, and future goals.