“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”
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Isn't it crazy how kids have this innate ability to solve pretty much any problem that comes their way? In fact, they often don't even see a problem. Think about any time they’ve said something like “Don't worry, Mom/Dad, we can just do this…”
Well, that’s the foundation for entrepreneurship right there. So this week, we’re helping you figure out how to nurture that entrepreneurial spirit in them with: How to teach kids to think like an entrepreneur.
Let’s get into it
Game On
😎 For The Win: Teach them to problem solve to win.
🐂 Pitch That Fix: The mini card game to spark big ideas.
🧑🏫 Settle Down: The hottest subject in your school.
🤝 What You Said: How hard they negotiate.
Money Smart
Do They Know Where Their Money Will Go?
Kids are born entrepreneurs, even if they’ve never even heard the word yet.
And it’s because they have built-in problem-solving abilities. This is a crucial part of entrepreneurship.
Most kids, though, grow up only learning how to spend money, not how to create value. By introducing entrepreneurial thinking early, we help them see opportunities where others see problems, and bounce back when things don’t go their way.
Let’s explore a mindset, a habit, and a practical tip that make entrepreneurship both tangible and fun for kids.
1. A mindset to cultivate
See problems as opportunities.
Most kids view obstacles as stop signs: no toy, no game, no fun.
But entrepreneurs learn to see those same obstacles as springboards.
That’s why entrepreneurship starts with reframing: Seeing problems as opportunities.
Instead of getting upset when a toy breaks, reframe it to think about what else they could make from the pieces.
Or when they run out of snacks, perhaps they could try making something else?
Research on growth mindset shows kids who see setbacks as opportunities to learn build resilience and creativity.
Takeaway: Get them to ask “What can I make from this?”
2. A habit to form
Start small, start often.
Entrepreneurial habits don’t grow from one-off big ideas. They come from repeated small experiments. So encourage your mini millionaire to try a mini venture.
Selling crafts to their grandparents, trading toys with friends, or setting up a snack stall at home.
The end goal isn't to turn a profit, but rather to help them learn about the entrepreneurial process: planning, trying, adapting, and learning.
Kids who engage in hands-on business projects develop stronger confidence in their own abilities.
Takeaway: Mini ventures build big confidence.
3. A tip/trick to try
Run a family Bull Pen.
Just like those TV shows where hopeful entrepreneurs showcase their products to a panel of successful businesspeople, you can turn business ideas into a fun family game. Minus the nerves, of course.
Invite your mini millionaires to pitch their “next big idea” in The Bull Pen 🐂
It could be a pet-walking service, a new way to organize chores, or even a pretend product they’ve invented. Parents can play “investors,” offering encouragement, questions, or even pocket money to test the idea.
This way, kids learn to test their ideas, think through feedback, and see that innovation is more about practice than perfection.
Takeaway: Make entrepreneurship a family game.
Your Thoughts…
POLL: What’s your mini millionaire most likely to pitch in The Bull Pen?
Use This
It’s Time to Enter The Bull Pen
Turn everyday words into big ideas with this simple, kid-friendly card game.
The Bull Pen is designed to spark your mini millionaire’s entrepreneurial thinking by encouraging them to see problems and dream up creative solutions.
Just pick a card, read the word aloud (like “shoes” or “chores”), and let your child explain a problem related to it, and then (this is where the magic happens) pitch their game-changing solution.
With 10 starter cards (and the option to make your own), this quick activity turns ordinary moments into imagination fuel, teaching kids to think like entrepreneurs while having fun.
Plus: Try This
Unlock their Fintr Superpowers
Fintr4Schools is our gamified, comic-style learning platform for schools.
It’s great to help teach kids to earn by creating value. Whether it’s a cookie stand or a digital product (that turns into an empire), they’ll learn to spot a need, solve a problem, and earn from it.
All while taking on the money villain Deceptacoin to unlock their Fintr Financial Superpowers
So whether you’re a teacher or a parent of school-going-aged kids, Fintr4Schools offers:
Gamified learning with a superhero twist
CAPS-aligned Economic Management Science curriculum
An impressive 93% pedagogical rating from Education Alliance Finland
The Tribe Has Spoken
In last week’s Mini Millionaires, we asked how good your Mini Millionaire is at negotiating, and looks like we’re clearly all raising kids from the same generation.
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🥇 Mini CEOs: always striking a deal
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🤷 Easy Pushovers: “Fine, you can have it”
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ ⚔️ Tiny Lawyers: “I’ll NEVER share this toy”
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🎯 A work in progress learning to win–win
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🛑 Avoids negotiating altogether
What you said:
“The power of two in my home. If there’s ever a gig for international relations and diplomacy opening up at The UN - I’ll be a shoe-in… 🤣”
JM
Hahaha. We hear you. And we are here for you. Just leave those Mini CEOs at home…
Let’s Connect
What’s the mindset, habit, or tip you want to try this week?
What worked, what didn’t? Or is there something that’s got you and your mini millionaire excited?
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