#70 Starting a Business at 10: Chloe’s Journey from Pebbles to Profit

Starting a business at 10 years old? For Chloe Gollehon, it wasn’t just a dream—it was a reality. Now, at 14, she runs Chloe’s Crafts, creating stunning pebble art that tells a story. In this episode of Riding Tandem, host Vivian Kvam sits down with Chloe to explore her journey as a young entrepreneur—balancing school, creativity, and business. She shares how a family trip to Lake Michigan sparked her passion for pebble art, the highs and lows of selling at craft fairs, and the emotional connections behind each piece she creates. Chloe also opens up about the challenges of time management, the surprises of being a business owner, and the importance of trusting others while still maintaining her creative vision. This conversation is an inspiring reminder that passion, perseverance, and a little bit of courage can take you far—no matter your age. 🔔 Subscribe & leave a review to support the show!  Go to RateThisPodcast.com/ridingtandem and follow the simple instructions. Unpacking this episode min by min:  00:00 Introduction to Chloe Galahan 03:00 The Birth of a Creative Business 06:00 Challenges and Growth in Entrepreneurship 09:02 Artistic Process and Customer Engagement 11:57 Navigating the Business Side of Creativity 14:53 The Emotional Connection in Art 18:01 Support Systems and Community 20:58 Future Aspirations and Lessons Learned 26:58 Outsourcing and Collaboration in Creativity 30:55 The Journey of a Young Entrepreneur 34:11 The Importance of Trust in Business 37:34 Encouragement for Aspiring Creatives 40:14 Future Aspirations and Flexibility 41:44 Misconceptions About Business Ownership 42:56 Fun and Snacks at Craft Fairs 43:32 Inspiration Through Music and Art 44:21 Embracing Change and Opportunities 45:20 The Unique Journey of Young Entrepreneurs 47:55 The Role of Art in Making a Difference 49:10 Promoting Chloe's Crafts and Community Engagement Related Episodes: #48 Building a Subscription Box Business - Jennifer Lea's Entry Envy Journey #56 How to Turn a Passion For Crafting Leather Goods into a Profitable Business - Maisey Haines #60 From Polishing Rocks to Boutique Boss: Jayme Busch's Unique Boutique Story Vivian Kvam:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviankvam/Email Vivian - vkvam@thetandemworks.com Reach out! Send your feedback and comments with this survey. Book a 1:1 Mentoring Session with Vivian here: https://550683.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/tbdbfdcsnbtngdfzkgwkrrgcbwcdcrct Chloe Gollehon:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChloeofChloesCraftWebsite - ChloesCraft.bigcartel.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chloes_.craft/ Tandem Works Team:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TandemWorksTeamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetandemworks/Email the team: RidingTandem@thetandemworks.com Send your feedback and comments with this survey.  FREE RESOURCES  Shop Our Favorite Tools and Things here https://thetandemworks.com/our-favorite-things Receive the latest news, encouragement and inspiration from Vivian to your inbox by signing up here https://thetandemworks.com/newsletter-sign-up Riding Tandem with Vivian Kvam A podcast from Tandem Works Email the team: RidingTandem@thetandemworks.com