Episode 51

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9th Jul 2025

The Dirtiest F-Word In Business: Highlighting My Failures As An Entrepreneur

Are you scared to fail? In today’s episode, I’m getting real with you and unpacking my business failures. Plus, I’m sharing some insight gained from my recent experience at the Sand In My Boots music festival, where acts shared their own stories from before they found success. 

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Sand In My Boots Music Festival (2:57)

“This is the song that changed my life” (4:53)

The photography subscription failure (10:48)

Airbnb (17:12)

The online course failure (18:13)

The wedding venue failure (23:04)


Mentioned in This Episode:

Airbnb: brandandmarket.co/airbnb 

Episode 49 From Wedding Venue Dreams to Airbnb Success - Our Kentucky Property Pivot: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-wedding-venue-dreams-to-airbnb-success-our-kentucky

Episode 43 Why Morgan Wallen’s Brand Works And What Small Biz Owners Can Learn: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-morgan-wallens-brand-works

Episode 39 Post Malone’s Country Pivot Is A Masterclass In Marketing: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/post-malones-country-pivot-is-a-masterclass-in-marketing

Amy Porterfield Digital Course Academy Waitlist: amyporterfield.com/dca-waitlist

Website: brandandmarket.co

Instagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co

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The Brand & Market Podcast
A Branding & Marketing Podcast for Entrepreneurs
Welcome to The Brand & Market Podcast, where branding clarity meets marketing strategy—for realtors and short-term rental owners. Hosted by Ali Haney, founder of Brand & Market, each episode breaks down the complexities of building a standout brand and marketing plan so you can attract your dream clients or guests.

From brand-building basics to advanced marketing tactics, Ali brings a unique blend of expertise and intuition to help you grow a brand that feels like you and a business that works for you. And it’s not just Ali’s insights—you’ll also hear from guest experts who share their proven strategies and fresh perspectives on real estate, investing, and short-term rentals.

Whether you're a realtor looking to build a memorable personal brand that generates consistent referrals, or a short-term rental owner aiming to create an unforgettable guest experience, you’ll find actionable tips, real-life examples, and industry insights here.

No fluff, no sugarcoating—just honest, practical advice to help you stand out in a crowded market and achieve your goals.

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