Meet Rachel Hagen! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Rachel, the founder of Noted & Company, a business dedicated to reviving the art of handwritten communication. Rachel shares how her passion for tangible, meaningful connections led her to create a line of luxury stationery that stands out in a digital age. She reflects on the emotional and professional significance of handwritten notes. Rachel highlights the enduring value of physical keepsakes like recipe cards, letters, and personal notes.

The conversation explores Rachel's entrepreneurial journey, starting with a subscription service aimed at teaching children the lost art of letter writing. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced, from coordinating designs with multiple artists to finding her footing as a business owner. Over time, Rachel shifted her focus, moving beyond children’s products to create elegant stationery for a wider audience. Her product line now includes boxed card sets, quick-note "snippets," and curated holiday gift sets, all distinguished by their luxurious paper quality and intentional design.

Throughout the episode, Rachel reflects on the evolving nature of her business and her mission to make handwritten communication simple and accessible. She emphasizes that meaningful connections don’t require lengthy letters—sometimes a single heartfelt sentence is enough. Drawing parallels to other industries, she describes the process of refining her offerings based on customer feedback and adapting her vision to better serve her audience.

This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how Rachel is breathing new life into handwritten communication, reminding us all of the power of tangible, meaningful connections in today’s fast-paced, digital world.

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Meet Katie Stoddard, a mom of three and a successful business owner. Katie shares her inspiring journey, from starting as a middle school teacher to transitioning into publishing, marketing, and eventually launching her own business. She opens up about the challenges of balancing a demanding career with motherhood, the pivotal moment that led her to take the leap into entrepreneurship, and how she’s navigated it all with grace and determination. Tune in for an honest and empowering conversation about resilience, growth, and chasing your dreams.

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www.ed2grow.com

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Hosts Lori and Jenny opt for a relaxed, personal conversation, sharing insights into their lives, goals, and the concept of “Misogi.”

They introduce Misogi, a Japanese idea of setting one memorable, meaningful goal each year to create lasting life highlights. Both hosts reflect on the past year’s experiences, such as Jenny’s trip to New Mexico, where she embraced spontaneity by saying “yes” to new opportunities, underscoring the power of simple, yet impactful experiences.

They discuss goal setting and the value of making incremental, attainable goals that build momentum, referencing the advice of author John Acuff on the importance of “easy wins.” Jenny shares her past experiences with marathon training, where small, consistent efforts built up to the bigger accomplishment. This approach leads to a discussion on focusing on what truly matters daily, appreciating small moments, and how these cumulative experiences often create more profound memories than big, single achievements.

The episode ends with Lori contemplating her upcoming goals, expressing her desire to improve her photography skills, especially in capturing dynamic sports photos.

The hosts encourage listeners to embrace personal growth through goals that are both achievable and fulfilling.

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