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The Journey of Mitch Thiem: From Poop Patrol to CEO of Minor Chores
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The Journey of Mitch Thiem: From Poop Patrol to CEO of Minor Chores

Mitch Thiem's entrepreneurial journey began with Poop Patrol, Inc., a childhood side hustle that laid the foundation for his success as the founder and CEO of Minor Chores. From overcoming challenges like Dyslexia to earning nearly $50,000 through neighborhood businesses, Mitch's story highlights the power of hard work, resilience, and financial literacy. Now, through Minor Chores, Mitch is empowering kids to embrace delayed gratification, build their own businesses, and learn the value of financial independence—essential lessons that transformed his life and can inspire the next generation.

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A Neighborhood Business App for Kids - Minor Chores
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A Neighborhood Business App for Kids - Minor Chores

Minor Chores isn’t just a chore-matching app—it’s a platform that teaches kids real-world entrepreneurial skills. From creating personalized, shareable websites and marketing flyers to learning how to send invoices and manage their books, kids gain the tools they need to build their own customer base and keep 100% of their earnings. With Minor Chores, your child won’t just complete tasks—they’ll learn how to run their own mini business while fostering responsibility, financial literacy, and community connections. Download today and help your child take their first step toward entrepreneurship!

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Why Starting a Neighborhood Business Beats Traditional Allowances?
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Why Starting a Neighborhood Business Beats Traditional Allowances?

Did you know the average parent spends over $6,000 on allowances for their child between the ages of 8 and 17? Instead of simply giving money away, invest in a small subscription and empower your child to earn over $18,000 as a neighborhood ‘Chore-preneur’ working just 2-5 hours a week during that same time period. Teach them the value of hard work and financial independence while they build real-life skills!

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