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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 scale sustainably while staying true to themselves. Whether you’re managing growth, navigating overwhelm, or rethinking hustle culture, this podcast is here to show you that success doesn’t have to mean burnout.
If you value integrity, autonomy, and time freedom—and you’re looking for inspiration that’s as practical as it is empowering—you’ve found your people. Hit play, and let’s rewrite the rules together.
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
Business Strategy and Values Alignment with Frenchie Ferenczi
In today's episode, Growth Strategist Frenchie Ferenczi talks with me about her wants for what she thought she "should" do, aligning her business decisions with her values, and building a business where scaling isn't the most important goal or even a goal at all.
Frenchie is a growth strategist who partners with startups, creatives, and industry experts ready for their next level of growth. Her outside-in approach delivers simple strategies for their bottom lines, clearing all that stands in the way of their business growth.
Topics:
- Business strategy and values alignment (01:23)
- Entrepreneurship, business growth, and avoiding common mistakes (06:44)
- Business growth, scaling, and staying close to the money (11:58)
- Business strategies and values alignment (17:41)
- Starting a business and gathering customer feedback. (22:50)
You can find Frenchie at:
Website: www.frenchieferenczi.com
Instagram: @frenchie.ferenczi
Mentioned in the episode:
- Stay Close to the Money - freebie
- Strategy Snacks - podcast
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