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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
Season 9 Trailer
What if the way you build your business mattered just as much as what you build?
In Season 9 of Here’s What I Learned, we’re shining a light on the path less promoted—the one paved with sustainable practices, nervous-system-friendly marketing, and business models rooted in your values.
This season, we go beyond strategies and into the systems, beliefs, and lived experiences that shape ethical, sustainable growth. You’ll hear what it means to grow slowly, market joyfully, and lead from values rather than vanity metrics. These are real conversations with entrepreneurs navigating change, redefining success, and leaning into what actually works for them.
And because we’re approaching a big milestone—episode 99—Season 9 also includes something special: three episodes that welcome back past guests. These aren’t replays—they’re reunions with fresh insights, proof that growth is rarely linear but always meaningful.
Season 9 launches Tuesday, August 5th. Make sure you’re subscribed, because this season is full of perspective shifts, strategy upgrades, and permission to build a business that truly fits.
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