What if your homeschool curriculum could do more than prepare kids for tests — what if it could prepare them for life? In this episode of the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast, we sit down with Krystal Popov, founder of Futurepreneur, to explore how teaching kids to think like entrepreneurs can unlock their creativity, confidence, and independence.
A former engineer turned serial entrepreneur and mom of three, Krystal shares her journey from the corporate world to building four thriving businesses — including a seven-figure coworking and flex retail space in Tucson, AZ. She opens up about balancing business and family, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and why she believes every child has the potential to become a problem solver and business creator.
Together, we unpack how parents — especially homeschool families — can “break the employee mindset” and start raising future innovators. Krystal also gives practical tips for teaching kids essential entrepreneurship skills like financial literacy, leadership, marketing, and resilience. Plus, don’t miss her insights on preparing kids for a tech-driven future and how to get your free Futurepreneur Business Starter Kit to begin your child’s entrepreneurial journey today.
Raising Future Entrepreneurs: How to Nurture Creativity and Fearless Confidence – Listen to HWM 331
Krystal Popov is the owner of Futurepreneur and a passionate advocate for empowering kids and teens to become entrepreneurs.
This episode is perfect for your homeschooler! And listen in to the end of check out the links below to learn how to get a free business starter kit that you can start using right now.
This is episode 331 of the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast.
Balancing Family & Business
Balancing family life and entrepreneurship is something so many parents struggle with — and Krystal Popov knows that reality well. As a mother of three and the founder of multiple businesses, she’s built a career that blends courage, creativity, and purpose. But that kind of success doesn’t come without challenges.
In this episode, we talked about what it really takes to manage both family and business life. How does Krystal do it all? What strategies help her stay grounded while running several companies and raising three kids? And what advice does she have for other entrepreneurial parents who are trying to find that same balance?
Krystal has built four businesses by the age of 39, which is an incredible accomplishment. We also explored the biggest lessons she’s learned along the way — from the early stages of building a business to navigating growth and change. Her insights are invaluable for anyone who’s walking the path of entrepreneurship while keeping family at the heart of it all.
Homeschool Entrepreneurship Curriculum
Now let’s pivot to one of my favorite topics — helping kids think like entrepreneurs. It’s something Krystal is deeply passionate about, and it’s at the heart of her work with Futurepreneur.
We talked about how homeschool parents in particular have a unique opportunity to “break the employee mindset” in their kids and instead inspire them to think creatively, take initiative, and build something of their own. Teenagers today are in a better position than ever to start businesses, but what’s really holding them back? And more importantly, what can parents do to help them take that first step?
From there, we explored the essential skills of entrepreneurship — the ones that go beyond textbooks and traditional academics. What role do creativity and problem-solving play in helping kids think like innovators? And how can parents nurture those qualities in everyday life?
Of course, no conversation about entrepreneurship would be complete without talking about failure. Krystal shared her perspective on how parents can teach kids to see setbacks not as something to avoid, but as an essential part of growth.
Finally, with AI and technology reshaping the future of work, we discussed how entrepreneurship can prepare kids for success in a world that’s changing faster than ever — and what advice Krystal has for parents who want to help their kids start a business but aren’t sure where to begin.
Kids Startup Challenge
Speaking of giving kids a head start, Krystal has created something that does exactly that —Futurepreneur. It’s her latest venture and one that’s already making waves by helping kids and teens turn their creativity into real business ideas.
In this part of our conversation, Krystal shared the mission behind Futurepreneur and how she hopes it will transform the way young people approach business, creativity, and problem-solving. What inspired her to create it? And how does she see it changing the way kids learn essential life and leadership skills?
We also dug into one of the most exciting parts of the program — Futurepreneur’s Business in a Box. It’s designed to teach kids the foundational skills of entrepreneurship in a fun, hands-on way. Krystal walked us through how it works and gave a peek into how kids use it to build their first business from scratch.
And of course, listeners will want to hear about the free business starter kit that parents can access right now — a great first step for helping kids explore entrepreneurship at home.
This was such an inspiring way to wrap up our chat. Krystal’s passion for empowering the next generation really shines through, and her message is a powerful reminder that entrepreneurship isn’t just a career path — it’s a mindset parents can nurture every day.
Learn More – Grab a Free Starter Kit
This conversation with Krystal Popov was a refreshing look at what it really means to prepare kids for the future.
Whether it’s learning to balance family and business, helping children think creatively, or giving them the confidence to start something of their own, Krystal’s insights remind us that entrepreneurship is ultimately about growth — both personal and practical.
Be sure to check out the free Futurepreneur Business Starter Kit below to take the first step toward raising the next generation of innovators.
- Futurepreneur.com – Grab the Business Starter Kit!
- Follow Futurepreneur on Facebook
- Follow Futurepreneur on Instagram
