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Teenage Innovation & Drink Safety w/ Abigail Goddard :: Ep 65 The Lyndsay Stafford Show
Description
In this inspiring episode of The Lyndsay Stafford Show, Lyndsay welcomes Abigail Goddard, a 17-year-old entrepreneur, piano prodigy, and creator of Spikey—a discreet test strip designed to detect drink spiking and promote safety. Abigail shares the emotional story that sparked her product idea, the challenges of prototyping and cold-calling partners across continents, and the discipline she drew from years of piano practice.
Tune in to hear how Abigail conquered rejection, used storytelling to market her product, and built Spikey into a tool for change on college campuses and beyond. She offers wisdom about starting small, learning from failures, and why young people shouldn’t wait to make a difference.
Episode highlights:
The personal story that inspired Spikey’s creation
Abigail’s research into drink safety solutions and breakthrough partnership in the UK
Prototyping and perfecting Spikey as a discreet, customizable product
Hurdles and successes in early sales and marketing
Insights into consumer psychology and network building
The importance of parental support, resilience, and authentic storytelling
Abigail’s vision for expansion—including phone accessories and global outreach
Actionable advice for aspiring young entrepreneurs
Discover Abigail’s empowering journey and learn how innovation, purpose, and perseverance can make an impact at any age.
Follow Abigail:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigailgoddard/
https://spikeyfirst.com/
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