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How a Teen Built a £100K Business Before GCSEs

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Sep 16, 2025
Four ambitious teens share their entrepreneurial journeys. A 15-year-old's invention has already raked in over £100K! Others discuss the balance of education and practical experience, advocating for real-world learning. Emotional stories of personal loss showcase the healing power of creativity and community support. Plus, innovative marketing strategies emerge with a focus on modesty and authenticity. These young entrepreneurs challenge the status quo, proving dreams can flourish at any age!
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ADVICE

Lead With A Simple, Provocative Hook

  • Create a clear hook to attract attention, e.g., "Get fit for free."
  • Test hooks in short videos and on the street to validate audience interest quickly.
ADVICE

Take A Low-Risk Gap Year To Build Skills

  • Pitch your parents for a gap year to focus on a startup while your costs and expectations are low.
  • Use the year to learn sales, marketing and real-world skills that education often charges for.
ANECDOTE

Writing Through Grief On Instagram

  • Francesca (Frankie) lost her son stillborn and used Instagram to write about her grief as an outlet.
  • She had limited followers but found writing cathartic and potentially helpful to others in similar pain.
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