From Teacher to Boutique Owner: How Tia Built H Kyle From Scratch

In this inspiring episode of Rich Lessons, we sit down with entrepreneur and boutique owner Tia Whittington, the powerhouse behind H Kyle Boutique. From the classroom to the fashion world, Tia shares how she went from teaching preschool to building a thriving e-commerce business while being a mom, wife, and one-woman show.
She opens up about her journey from substitute teaching to launching on Etsy, surviving the pandemic with scripture-inspired apparel, transitioning from brick-and-mortar to online, and how she bootstrapped her way to success without investors.
If you’ve ever thought about starting a boutique, launching a brand from scratch, or balancing business and motherhood, this episode is for you.
🔗 Shop H Kyle: https://shophkyle.com
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