Story Time: Business Failure & Regret, Wasting Money, Financial Growth VS Happiness and Honest Chat!
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- Tried to expand my business...it didn't go to plan and I'm ok with it (I think).
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Hi, I'm Louise! I started this channel in 2010 after readers of my blog (called Sprinkle of Glitter) suggested I give UA-cam a try. I was instantly hooked and have found my internet playground on here. I make videos about plus size fashion, motherhood, lifestyle and occasionally have special guests (friends, kittens or my sweet Daughters Darcy, 12 and Pearl, 5).
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It's never a failure if you learned a lesson from it 💖
Well said! 😉
I came to say this! Also it’s not a failure if it didn’t serve you
That's the reason I subscribed because Louise's homey life resonates with mine. You don't need to do bigger and better, the way you are your calm voice, mummy things, kids, clothes haul, ditl are perfect for me and I'm sure for so many others too ❤
I think it’s important to share things that you feel are “mistakes” or “bad choices” - it gets it off your chest and sometimes speaking it out loud makes you realise that it’s not as bad as you originally felt about it when it was stewing away in your brain space
Very much this!! xxxx
I don't see / hear a failure in any of this! You pivoted, changed direction, still steering your life / business in a way that's right for you, that is huge success, as opposed to sticking to something that's not working. It's so important to have full awareness of what you want in life and if the things you are doing are in alignment with that. And yes, I can tell that you're enjoying UA-cam right now :)
I've followed you on and off since Darcy was a toddler, and the reason why I came back, and watch your videos now is because you didn't go that influencer route of doing more, more, more. I love homey content, because it's so similar to my life, and I can't relate to so many of the youtubers I used to watch.
Keep doing what you're doing! You're absolutely wonderful, and a joy to watch, even talking about heavier subjects. You have a lovely way of looking at things, and reflecting on them, which I admire, and try to do myself.
I found this a positive chat for those of us in our 30’s. Understanding what we saw as success growing up and what we see as success for ourselves today. I find it so hard sometimes to find contentment in what’s going really great right now professionally…I’m looking at what’s next. I think your video poses the question: “do we have to see what’s next right at this moment?”
You ARE a girl boss! Louise you were one of the original pioneers of doing UA-cam as a career, don’t ever forget that! How do we know all those people following the “boss babe” lifestyle are actually happy or just doing it because they feel pressured to? The fact you broke away from that and did what was best for you is way more powerful than you think, your authenticity will always be your success ❤️
Fellow 30-something (that has been following you since I was 19?!) and you nailed the discussion about reaching a point in life where we can look around and say “You know what? This isn’t for me.” It’s such an area of life I don’t think is discussed often enough! Also I wouldn’t consider this a failure (as I’m sure no one here does!) because you addressed your wants and needs in your professional life and realize they didn’t intersect in an outside office! You’re just the best! Congrats!
Do you still have your grandparents’ lovely house that you rent out? Your talk of rent reminded me of that!
A children's book written by you would be amazing! Especially if it's about ballerinas and their adventures xx
This was lovely to hear this evening. I'm currently on maternity leave as a nurse and I've officially handed in my notice, I'm now going to be a SAHM for my two little ones for a few years and return to my career after that. I was so torn as we are conditioned to want to be women who have it all (career, family, friends, children ect) while that's possible im learning it's actually okay to just want to be a mummy right now and I'm not 'giving up' by letting go of my job right now. p.s you look fabulous in that lippy colour. 😊
Louise, I don't think you get how big you already are! I've been following you since Darcy was born, all the way from Brazil! See how far (literally) you have gone? You are a boss babe - want it or not - you've written books, collabed with amazing brands, received awards and produced great content over so many years! You've made it! And I think the way you feel is totally understandable, considering everyday we are told to be more, to do more, to want more. But it's okay and freeing to break away from this pattern and be happy and satisfied with what we already have. lots of love xx
"Being content with what you have " is the best life goal and I love that you've realised that, and stopped always having to strive for more ❤
Working from home without staff is totally underrated. I used to manage a clothes shop (maybe I was a girl boss at the time) but nothing beats working near family, with my dog, and home comforts.... no awkward conversations with staff and I love how it's cheaper 😂
I love how open and transparent you are. Thank you! It’s such an invasion of your privacy and I’m glad you’re well compensated for it for our “entertainment”. You’re such a relatable person. Ps, love that lip colour on you. What is it please?
I'm loving you embracing what you want to focus on and embracing a "small" and happy life (no such thing as a small life in my opinion!) It actually takes a lot of work and self-awareness to know what you want and know when to stop chasing what you don't; huge congratulations to you for finding and embracing it! P.S. Obsessed with the crafty live chats recently!
Omg THIS! You’re the most relatable youtuber atm. Feel like barbie movie touches on this it’s OKAY to want to be a homemaker and a mum and live a comfortable life with a comfortable job. We as women have so much pressure atm to be “boss bitches” and if we’re not then we’re automatically subconsciously made to feel lazy or unambitious etc.
I've definitely taken a lot from this. Mainly that we're all different and want different things and that really is OK.
I feel like there's so much pressure to want certain things, exciting, high-flying jobs etc... But we measure excitement and success differently.
I've worked in retail for 14 years and it's hard. Customers are rude every single day and make you feel small, management ask too much and a simple 4 hour shift can drain me.
If someone gave me a boring, monotonous job I'd take it in a heartbeat and people hear that and think you don't have ambition. I have loads of ambition, my dream is to be a published author and nothing will change that.
We should all be content with what we value as exciting and important, because it's our lives and our say ❤️
As a fellow content creator, this was so lovely to listen to. You are doing amazing and everything is a lesson or season of our life/business. Big love! ❤
You’re a leader in this industry. You were one of the first channels I started watching many years ago. The best thing about UA-cam is you can follow your own path - and you set what that path is. It sounds like the office - including those last 2 years, taught you a lot, including how to let go. The most amazing thing I have taken from this video is you have realised the joy was taken out of your job and you figured out how to get it back - go you!
Louise I find your transparency and honesty refreshing!
Hi Louise,, I’ve been following you since I was 14 and I’m 25 this year!! Been a silent viewer this whole time, you’ve been a huge inspiration to me and I really needed to hear this message in this video 💕
The homey life is my kind of vibe. I tried to be a girl boss/boss babe and just found myself with my anxiety more deep seeded in me and burnt out on a weekly basis. Thank you for being so honest and positive about finding your own groove and learning to move forward ❤️
Think it's more progression than fail, no regrets needed.
You content atm shows you are happier than ever.
How refreshing to see another take on things! It's so easy to think that everyone you look up to/follow are just having success after success and then you start comparing it to your own life and get really down. Thank you for being so honest and relatable!
This is really interesting, thanks for sharing. I’m so interested in the ‘business’ side of influencers but not many talk about all of this 😊
I love the homey content. When I feel like I want your life, it's not about the THINGS you have and do. It's about following what makes you happy, unabashedly loving pink, doing different things for a bit and then other things, etc. It's heartening to see you make a living from finding/being yourself.
This is the reason I subscribed to you. Never change. 💜
This resonates with me a lot. Have been reflecting around why we are all always after the next bigger better thing
Good for you! More women need to hear this
And I loooove how you're embracing the "enough is enough" life. I totally get it! You don't always have to strive for _more_
Sometimes what you have is enough. If anything, I think a lot of people (including myself) could work with being happier with what we have!
Im working from home again, a shop was fun but closed due to pandemic. Lease coming up and rent increased even though we were closed for ages. So much happier working in my workshop. Customers have increased and life is much happier. Plus I have people like you in in my life! There is nothing better some days than being the person with many hats!
Louise, you are clearly happier, more relaxed and more at ease.This comes across to your audience.It's a real pleasure to watch and share time with you. Also let's just be honest here, it takes a lot of guts to do what you do , as well as you do it. You are a strong , hardworking courageous individual, with integrity, who inspires others by your example. I am so glad to see you happy. Sending you and yours all the very best.
Your perspective on growth is one my friend has shared with me, and I think it’s something to mentally bookmark for myself to come back to in my professional life to make sure I’m heading in the direction I truly want to go
Good on you for appreciating where you are and being okay with not expanding and sticking to what makes you happy. what your doing is more than enough.
your chatty videos have always been a big comfort watch for me ever since I was 15 (22 now!) I love how honest you are about things not going your way and how you can keep chugging along despite that! Girl boss CEO or not you deserve peace and doing things that make you happy and that’s the most important thing 💕
I love how honest you are with the 'failures', Louise. Thank you so much. I can't tell you how refreshing it is to hear a boss say, "it was my fault". Like it's ok, we all make mistakes. Just own up to it and let's move on. So refreshing! Other than avoiding the conversation and blaming it other ppl, ukw I mean?
As we go through our life pursuing this or that, trying new things, taking chances, being adventurous, etc., our needs and desires change as we adapt, change and/or figure out a better fit. In no way do I see this office location change as failure but as a successful growth moment to fix what was no longer serving you. Granted you were very cautious and it may have not been necessary to hold out on making your decision for two years, but the failure would be if you were still trying to make that old solution fit your current operations. I’m proud of you for making a wise decision to streamline your business expenses! Well done, Louise! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks for your honesty. It is so nice to see you feeling better and giving us more content. Loving having you back on UA-cam more.
Love this video Louise, this is definitely something that seems to have been a positive choice for you and I don’t think you still yet realise how amazing you are.
Also asda online has there Halloween and autumn range out 🥰
You look so beautiful in this video! You always look beautiful but the lip colour is gorgeous!! 💘
I can’t describe how much I’m enjoying your content at the mo! I’m an original viewer back from when baby glitter was just a baby and I love how your content has matured along side me, sort of hahahah I didn’t quite catch the craft lives live but have watched back!! They are brilliant even when not watching live❤ keep doing what your doing just how you like it Louise ❤❤❤
I work for myself too, also living the life of doing every job in the business, it’s hard but it’s rewarding too.
Love this video, thanks for sharing Louise, feeling like I failed is a huge part of my everyday life and it’s nice to hear someone as successful as you can feel like it too! 💜🧡
Louise, please don’t change a thing about yourself or content. You are a genuine extraordinary individual and I love and admire that about you. Much love from Memphis Tennessee 🇺🇸
Been a fan from day 1 OG. I love how real you are to this day. You have always been so relatable.❤
Ah Louise. I love your content. And I 100% agree. I am fully content with my little life- I work in a school, I have my little family and we go on holidays...and that's enough for me. I don't want to be at the top of my profession. Much love xxx
You're such a breath of fresh air! I've always enjoyed your videos but as you grow and mature I'm more drawn to your comfy, cozy vibe.
Thank you for sharing this, you have no idea what a good timing this is. I also had to let go of something that wasn't working anymore and I am struggling with feelings of regret and doubting myself. It means a lot to see that everyone goes through this sometimes :) Lots of love! ♥
Louise , I love you for you , your such a big inspiration to me you will never understand how much your videos got me through maternity leave (or maybe you do understand)
More books please, yes to a child’s book! Happy summer Louise your such a good great egg ❤
I saw the link via your insta and watched. Very raw honest and inspiring. Well done for choosing you first. I was similar, I gave up my career as a deisgner and retrained as a children’s yoga teacher. I rented my own premises (which I decorated beautifully), but being in a small village we didn’t have the footfall, and there was also lots of other local ‘competition’. I was gutted when I handed my keys back and also felt like a failure. I tried WFH and that didn’t work for me, it felt like ground hog day and I was in a cool down bubble. I’m now back at my previous job as a designer which I love. It felt like a step backwards In Life going back to an old job. But actually do what you love. And like you said it’s just a chapter not the whole story. Thank you x
You look stunning, gorgeous! You just look so wise and kind, your hair and makeup is very flattering. You always look lovely but something about your look in this is just extra beautiful!
Great to have a balance, and despite the fact that it didn't go as plan still makes you a boss babe, because you are still running your own life and your family too. Keep Growing!
Thank you for being you! I love watching you because of how homey you feel. It’s not easy being vulnerable to so many people, you inspire me to go out and try despite failures 💕
This is so helpful ❤ fellow self employed content creator here! & this is exactly how I feel / what I want! Thank you so this honest video, it’s been so so so helpful xxx
I follow you because you're not this boss woman, you're such an beautiful human with an incredible life. ❤
Thank you. I think we get pushed into thinking we have to do more and sometimes don't think about and appreciate what we have. Everyone is different and its Ok to just be happy with what you have. This has really made me think and thank you for that xx
I really needed that reminder to let go of things that aren’t serving me. I’ve been staying in a town I don’t really love,paying for an apartment I dislike with a job that doesn’t have any opportunity for growth. Change is hard but I realize I need a reset. Thanks Louise
Your hair looks so beautiful in this vid!!!! 😍😍 (& also I loved the message thank you❤)
I absolutely love this video! Celebrating failures is a good thing - it means you gave it a solid try and weren’t afraid to take a plunge! This is such a healthy thing to discuss, I wish it was talked about more in a positive light.
Oh Love! There is no failure in knowing yourself! If the period of burnout got you to a revalation that brings you happiness, then all for the better! ♡♡♡ thank you for being so open about this, I have also struggled with this and obviously on other circumstances, but it helps to know I'm not alone in these struggles. 💕
Appreciate your honesty and transparency
so much Louise…..
Thank you for being YOU!
Blessings to you and yours always!
❤️🌞🙏
I loved this Louise, this is so helpful for so many including me, thank you for sharing!
You can definitely tell you are enjoying UA-cam more which is lovely to watch xxx
Letting go and changing your mind are great life skills! Thank you for sharing so candidly
Thank you for sharing insights into this chapter of your journey as a content creator. So many interesting takeaways, the biggest being not to be afraid to try open some new doors, and equally not to be afraid to close others. As a freelancer myself, it makes a lot of sense as we're often out of our comfort zone and having to wing life and "business" decisions. Also, big hurrah for contentment! It's often overlooked xxx
This is such a refreshing take, a lot of people feel a pressure to grow and be bigger and better but there's nothing wrong with staying the same if you're happy! This mentality to "climb up the ladder" etc causes so much stress and I just want to enjoy my life!
I agree wholeheartedly! It must be a huge factor in mental health problems being on the rise, especially for young people who are trying to figure out their path in life. 😥
It’s definitely not a failure to try something different, & realising what works for you isn’t that♥️ you sharing your own experience may have just given someone the confidence to adjust their own situation, resulting in their happiness♥️ I LOVE your uploads no matter what they are xx
Such good advice to know when to let go. I think we all struggle with this on some level!
Love u Louise!! Another fab video with an amazing message to suit ‘WE ARE ALL HUMAN’. Failing is only failing if you can’t pick yourself back up/learn a lesson. Then it’s just another one of life’s challenges
Thank you for doing this video and sharing your experience, I know I personally have found it incredibly helpful! I had a ‘rejig’ of things in my life recently and very much felt like a failure to begin with but as things have settled down I have felt so much more relaxed and content with life, it’s refreshing to know I’m not alone xx
I wrote my uni dissertation on the problems with girlboss culture! The whole phenomenon is a bit darker than it first seems in my opinion x
So interesting to hear your perspective🥰
You’re such a successful lady nonetheless - you shouldn’t feel bad about how this endeavour went. You’re doing great things and people really enjoy what you’re putting out there. So remember to give yourself a little pat on the back - you are a boss babe!
Well I'm a new viewer/subscriber and I am actually only interested in the normal, cosy life chat and little trips etc. I think you're such a lovely warm presence and you keep me company when I'm doing housey things, so please stay true to what you want your life to be x
Priorities shift all the time. It’s part of growing up, so it’s not failure but change. No one should feel stagnant to please others. You made the decision for you and that’s all that matters.
Wonderful video! And that lip colour suits you so so well!!
I really appreciate you sharing this! I’ve been dealing with similar feelings of feeling guilty for being OK with where I’m at. And where I’m at is great and lovely so thank you for this!! ❤
Makes complete sense to me. Can't imagine anything worse than not doing things on your terms. Be happy xxxx
It's a revelation when you realise you can let go of things that aren't working for you. It took me around 40 years to work this out. X
I work and also run a small side hustle on Etsy, I could only imagine of being where you are. Working from Home and being around your family 🌸❤️
I'm so glad to see you happy!
I can understand how sometimes when things change it can feel like a failure. But it really seems like your needs just changed. You wanted to try something to see if it would help with how you work and it just didn't.
I appreciate you being so candid and vulnerable. There is so much pressure on working your way up and "climbing the corporate ladder" so to speak. But exactly like you said, some people just want to have a nice job, and nice home and not feel tons of huge pressure.
Really enjoyed this Louise. You’ve made the right decision and now with the pandemic behind us balance is easier to achieve again xxx
You should have a plus size clothing line for moms. Stuff that can be worn to take the kids to the park and do school pick-up, etc. Also, will you please do a video on the book writing process?
Okay, I am just starting the video, and I NEVER ask these questions, but your lip colour is gorgeous and I need it in my life. Please share it 😍😍😍
Aha thank you! I've had so many comments on it, I'm going to make a whole segment on it for my Weekly Vlog which goes up on Sunday at 9am xxxx (sorry to keep you in suspense, I don't actually know the names of the products off-by-heart) xxxx
@@Louisepentland Ooo suspense and Intrigue - I shall tune in for the next episode x
As they say, comparison is the thief of joy! There are definitely a few things I need to let go of, so thanks for this x
Thank you for sharing! Quite interesting. If I may hypothesize, I imagine you may have taught and inspired your employees and that's why they ultimately got new jobs was because they could expand themselves in part thanks to you. ❤ Also, to hear you speak about being content is so beautiful. I strive for this as well.
I’m finalising selling my cafe after being there 6 years. People have said aw you tried.
I’ve more than tried I’ve worked hard and I’ve done well but it’s now time to move on. I’m not enjoying it like I used to and it’s time for
It to be someone else’s pride and joy. My views on things like this are this was a good chapter in my life and it’s a time to leave it here before it turns sour. Look back with fond memories and move onwards and upwards! X
Good afternoon luv! Just started the video, but have to say how stunning you look today! A bit of a pick me up. Also, remember, YOU CANNOT HAVE SUCCESS WITHOUT FAILURE… You’ve had so much success and I know you will take lessons learned and grow bigger and better in any way you see fit. Lots of luv from Florida! ❤
Love your honesty! I understand what you mean. There’s lots of pressure & I do want to achieve bigger things. You are definitely a boss girl & not a failure! You got to do what you want! I’d love to be on your podcast! I hope you’d consider me being on your show! That would be awesome! 💗
I love when you talk about business related things
Unrelated, but this hairstyle looks lovely on you!
I really felt what you said about being content with where you are being okay with not constantly striving for "bigger" and "better". I'm not an entrepreneur but I'm in leadership in my field and I started to think that it was time for me to apply for CEO jobs, but I didn't feel excited about the prospect at all. I just felt like I could do the job, so I should be doing it. Then, like you, I realized that the phase of life I'm in as a mom of a small child, it's just not my top priority. I like that my current job has some flexibility and I work with people I really like so for now, for me, that's enough. At some point, I'll get back to striving for the top role, but it's okay that it's not right now. xo
I could listen to you all day, thank you for sharing ❤
My god, did I need this video today. Thank YOU ❤️
Bring back the weekly! Laundry chat and crafting natters xxx
Just wanted to say you are looking very lovely today! You should only regret the things you have never done!
I totally understand. I got the life I want, now I just want to chill and be happy
Wishing you a happy, fulfilled life, sweet Louise. We adore you. Love from Lady Patricia, USA
Thank you Patricia xxx
Definately not a failure, just a realisation that what you thought you wanted, needed, turned out to be the opposite, and sometimes we need to go through it to see, and realise it.
I just love you Louise ❤️
I do read the description box. As far as those other you tubers who have offices... They hardly do videos anymore. They are too busy with all of the expanding and their office. They do not have time for what made them able to do this in the first place. If they do throw one up its usually only to push something they sell. I do understand some have started familys and are busy with real life and that is fine. It is def time for me to clean up my subscription list though. You are in no way a failure though and I love how real you are. HOpe you have a wonderful week hon.