Subscribe to DTC Newsletter – https://dtcnews.link/signup pilothouse.co Meta has been up and down since the outage a few weeks back, and the timeline is full of advertisers feeling it. So Eric pulled three of Pilothouse’s most senior people onto the after-hours couch: Abby and Aves from the creative and strategy side, and Taylor from the…
What if it’s never too late to build the business—or the life—you’ve always imagined?
On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I sit down with Paula Blankenship, Founder of Heirloom Traditions and author of the new book, Just Open the Jar.
Paula built Heirloom Traditions, known for its All In One Paint, after the age of 50 with no outside funding, no industry connections, and no traditional business background. What started with teaching women how to transform old furniture and cabinets grew into one of the most successful direct-to-consumer paint brands in the country and a fiercely loyal community she built long before “community-led growth” became a business strategy.
In this episode, Paula shares the incredible story behind building her company, the challenges she faced as a single mother and entrepreneur, and why she believes the biggest obstacle for most people isn’t talent—it’s waiting for the perfect moment to begin. We also dive into the lessons behind her new book, Just Open the Jar, including the importance of creativity, resilience, reinvention, and having the courage to start before you feel ready.
Whether you’re building a business, considering a career change, or simply looking for the confidence to take the next step, this conversation is packed with practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, community building, and creating a life on your own terms.
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