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Here"s What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way

Welcome to Here"s What I Learned, the podcast for progressive entrepreneurs ready to grow their businesses without sacrificing their values, creativity, or sanity. Hosted by me, Jacki Hayes—a systems strategist, unapologetic smutty romantasy fan, and D&D geek—this show is your go-to space for honest conversations about what it really takes to create a business and life you love.Each week, we dive into relatable stories and actionable lessons from values-driven leaders who’ve figured out how to

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29:31

You Can Do Hard Things: Podcasting, Business, and...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text In this episode of Here’s What I Learned, I sit down with podcast strategist and founder of Galati Media, Alesia Galati, to talk about building a values-first business, scaling intentionally, and why it's okay to burn it down and start again. We dive into doing business your way, creating sustainable systems, and overcoming imposter syndrome—especially when launching a podcast or trying to grow one without selling your soul. Alesia shares her insights on leading a mission-drive...

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5:05

Designing a Better Business with ChatGPT (Without...

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2025/04/29

Send us a text I’m sharing how I’ve been using ChatGPT as a judgment-free, burnout-aware sounding board. Not to write content or automate my business systems, but to help me think clearer and make values-aligned decisions without spiraling into overthinking or dumping thousands on a coach every time I hit a fork in the road. I’ll walk you through how I use it like a meditation app for my business brain: to process decisions about capacityto evaluate offers based on energy, not just inco...

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6:01

Tiny Tweaks, Big Payoff: 4 System Shifts for a...

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2025/04/22

Send us a text In today's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on four small (but mighty) systems tweaks that have made my business feel smoother, calmer, and way more me. These aren’t shiny new tools or complicated funnels. I’m talking about simple shifts that helped me stop fighting my own energy and start designing a business backend that supports the way I actually work. What next? Follow Here's What I Learned on your favorite podcast playerLeave a review so the podcast is seen by ...

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29:25

Reimagining HR for Small Businesses with Kirsten Ziegler

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2025/04/15

Send us a text What happens when an HR pro leaves the corporate grind to build a business rooted in ethics, empathy, and real talk? In this episode, I sit down with Kirsten Ziegler, an HR consultant who’s rewriting the rules of people management for small business owners. From navigating the difference between contractors and employees (without a legal headache) to building better hiring practices from the inside out, Kirsten breaks it all down in a way that’s clear, calm, and incredibly help...

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34:46

Ditching ‘Professionalism’: How Work Norms Hold Us...

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2025/04/08

Send us a text What if everything you’ve been taught about work, success, and professionalism is actually holding you back? In this episode of Here's What I Learned, I sit down with Becky Mollenkamp, an accountability coach and intersectional feminist, to unpack the hidden ways oppressive work norms shape our businesses—and how to break free from them. Becky shares her journey of unlearning corporate conditioning, rejecting the toxic hustle mindset, and embracing a version of success that act...

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What My INTJ Brain and Human Design Taught Me About...

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2025/04/01

Show Notes: In this episode of Here's What I Learned, I’m flying solo to talk about one of my favorite nerdy rabbit holes: personality typologies—and how they’ve helped me design a business that actually works with how I’m wired. I share what it’s like to be an INTJ, Enneagram 5w6, and Manifesting Generator (4/6 profile, sacral authority), and how these frameworks gave me language for my over-analysis, craving for competency, and need for fast decision-making. But this episode isn’t just abou...

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28:28

Lessons in Business Growth, Burnout, and Finding a...

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2025/03/25

In this episode of Here's What I Learned, I'm joined by Melody Johnson, founder of The Course Consultant, to talk about creating courses, redefining success, and designing a business that truly fits your life. Melody shares her journey of taking a 10-month break from business after adopting two special needs children—and what it meant to return with a new perspective on offers, availability, and boundaries. We dive into the reality of course completion rates vs. customer satisfaction (hint: t...

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26:25

Sustainable Marketing & Values-Driven Engagement with...

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2025/03/18

In this episode of Here's What I Learned, I sit down with Casey Eade—connection strategist, professional friend-finder, and advocate for low-capacity business owners—to dive deep into authentic engagement, values-driven marketing, and creating sustainable business relationships. Casey shares her fresh take on collaborations, slow business growth, and why engagement strategies should actually work for you, not against you. We also discuss the importance of community, social media pressures, an...

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15:08

Here's What I've Learned After Three Years in Business

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2025/03/11

Welcome back to Here's What I Learned! We’re kicking off Season 8 with a solo episode (because apparently, I like talking to myself). It’s been two years since I started this podcast, and I’m reflecting on the lessons I’ve learned over three years of running my business. This episode is part storytelling, part real talk, and part “what would 2021 Jacki say if she knew what was coming?” Spoiler: She’d probably be both terrified and relieved. From unexpected pivots to figuring out how not to ha...

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Season 8 Trailer

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2025/03/04

Season 8 is coming soon! I can’t believe I’ve been doing this for eight seasons, but here we are! Here’s What I Learned is back, and this season brings more of the real, no-fluff conversations you love—plus some new twists. 🔹 More incredible guests sharing their expertise on ethical business, sustainable growth, and doing things your way. 🔹 More solo episodes where I pull back the curtain on what’s working (and what’s not) in my own business. 🔹 More inspiring soap box talks—because

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Season 7 Wrap-Up: Lessons in Authenticity, Alignment,...

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2024/12/10

In this special wrap-up episode, I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons from Season 7 of Here’s What I Learned. This season was all about authenticity, alignment, and building businesses that don’t just work—but work for you. From simplifying services and trusting intuition to creating work-life balance and embracing creativity, the conversations this season were packed with insights and inspiration.Tune in as I highlight the most impactful takeaways from my chats with incredible guests like R...

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29:42

Crafting a Brand That Feels Like You with Rachel Lee

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2024/11/26

In this episode, I chat with Rachel Lee, an artist and brand stylist, about her journey from following traditional branding playbooks to creating a business that’s truly her own. Rachel shares how she transitioned from long, exhausting branding projects to offering one-week, live co-creation sessions that bring efficiency and joy back into the process. This pivot has transformed not only her client relationships but also her work-life balance.Rachel opens up about the power of aligning your b...

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27:14

Trusting Your Intuition in Business with Lauri Smith

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2024/11/13

In this episode, I talk with Lauri Smith, speaker and creator of the Vocal Presence Path, about embracing intuition in business. Lauri shares how joining a marketing program that didn’t sit right led her to rethink her approach and shift her content strategy. Guided by intuition, she launched the Speakers Studio, an intentional offer that aligns with her values and focuses on purpose over traditional metrics.Lauri’s advice is simple: trust your instincts, build a business that feels true to y...

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Aligning Your Business with Your Strengths with...

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2024/10/29

In this episode, I chat with Rosemarie Callender, a podcast coach and launch strategist, about her journey from following cookie-cutter business advice to building a business that truly aligns with her strengths and preferences. Rosemarie shares how she transitioned from managing podcasts on a stressful monthly retainer model to offering VIP day launches, where she condenses a six-week process into a two-week intensive. This shift has been a game-changer for her, helping her run a successful ...

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Creating a Life You Love (One Trip at a Time) with...

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2024/10/15

In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Almonte, a passionate traveler who’s made the leap from traditional business roles to carving out a space in travel-related entrepreneurship. Sue gets real about the ups and downs of experimenting in business and how aligning your work with your values can make all the difference. She shares some advice on navigating social media without burning out, and for all the solo travelers out there, she’s got tips on how to embrace being alone and ease into it with ...

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Self Trust and Owning Your Expertise with Steph Wharton

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2024/10/01

In today's episode, I'm talking with Steph Wharton, leadership and visibility coach. Steph shares the transformative power of trusting yourself in business decisions. She also dives into how going all-in on your own choices, rather than getting swayed by outside opinions, can create true alignment. Steph opens up about the challenges of balancing visibility with personal life, especially after becoming a mom, and how that led her to shift her marketing strategy from social media to focus on s...

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Do the Weird Shit Only You Can Do with Tracy Stanger

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2024/09/17

In today's episode, I talk with Tracy Stanger, an anti-hustle business coach about the importance of doing business in the most you way. Tracy shares her journey from a 9-5 job to running her own business and working 10 hours per week. She also talks about why she advocates for focusing on the essentials - offers, marketing strategies, and work routines - based on your individual preferences. We also chat about how taking breaks have helped her create some of her favorite offers and opportuni...

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Connecting Locally with Bailey Caswell

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2024/09/03

In today's episode, Bailey Caswell and I discussed her journey from managing a real estate office to starting her own business. Bailey shares how she finds fulfillment working with local businesses and nonprofits. She highlights the challenges of balancing work and family, including setting clear work hours and teaching her child the concept of work time. And she stresses the importance of timing and prioritizing projects. Topics:Assessing Whether a Project Worth Pursuing (4:40) Con...

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Unaligned Clients and Lessons Learned with Jillian...

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2024/08/21

In today's episode, Jillian and I discussed setting boundaries in business while balancing personal life and prioritizing self-care. Jillian shared her personal journey of learning to recognize and communicate her boundaries, while I talked about the importance of setting clear boundaries with clients and prioritizing self-care to avoid burnout. We also chatted about the importance of being intentional with content posting on social media and using keywords and hashtags to reach the right aud...

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Entrepreneurship, Burnout, and Balance with Katie...

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2024/08/06

In today's episode, Katie Carson and I talk about the importance of prioritizing self-care and mindset in business, emphasizing the need to recognize one's worth and take care of oneself. We also discuss the challenges of balancing work and personal life as creative entrepreneurs, highlighting the importance of understanding energy cycles and taking breaks to avoid burnout. And we chat about the importance of striking a balance between consistency and flexibility in marketing strategies.Topic...

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