15. From Class to Clients: The Teen Building a Business Instead of Debt

In this powerful follow-up episode of the We Are All Awesome Show powered by WiddyUP, Carter and Randy unpack their eye-opening conversation with teen entrepreneur Walter Stradley — a high school junior balancing AP classes with 30+ hours a week running his own landscaping business. They dive deep into the real-world lessons Walter is mastering early: client communication, pricing strategy, time management, and the bold decision to prioritize business over a traditional college path.

From debating whether they'd let their own kids delay or skip college to breaking down what education should look like in 2025, Carter and Randy challenge the status quo on success, financial literacy, and what it really means to walk the talk when supporting young entrepreneurs. This is a must-listen for parents, educators, and teens alike.

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What you’ll learn:    

1. Confidence beats credentials. Real-world communication skills open more doors than degrees.
2. College isn’t the only path. Students with legit businesses should be supported, not sidelined.
3. Start building your network early. Connections, referrals, and mentors are everything.

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