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 sometimes, I just need to say the thing out loud.

If you’re tired of hustle culture, cookie-cutter strategies, and business advice that doesn’t actually fit your life, you’re in the right place.

Hit subscribe and get ready—Season 8 drops March 11!

Let’s do business differently. See you soon.

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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 Rachel Lee, Lauri Smith, Rosemarie Callender, and more. Whether you’re looking to refine your services, align your business with your values, or simply take a deep breath and trust yourself, this episode has something for you. Let’s wrap up the season by celebrating the power of doing business your way!

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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 business with your values and how simple shifts—like putting on a pair of cat-ear headphones to get in the creative zone—can make all the difference. She also shares thoughtful advice on filtering business advice to ensure it matches your goals and values. If you’re ready to ditch cookie-cutter methods and craft a brand that’s as authentic as you are, this episode is a must-listen!

Topics:

• The Importance of Authenticity in Business (0:16)
• The Role of Co-Creation in Branding (16:35)
• The Impact of Authenticity on Client Attraction (17:05)
• Advice for New Business Owners (25:21)

You can find Rachel at:

Website: racheltylee.com

Podcast: Off Brand

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