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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Inspired Collective, we're pull back the curtain on the hard-won lessons that shaped our careers. From chasing shiny objects and over-saying “yes,” to ignoring the numbers, we're breaking down the top five mistakes that almost broke us, and what we do differently now.What You’ll Hear:The “Shiny Thing” Syndrome – Why staying in your lane matters, and how to know when you’re jumping ships before you’ve learned to sail the first one.Being Reactive Instead of Proactive – How a fast-growing side hustle turned into 18 clients, zero systems, and tears on the kitchen floor — and the exact mindset shift that rebuilt it.Ignoring the Numbers – Why “data makes decisions, and decisions make dollars,” even for the non-math-girlie among us.Not Adapting to the Market – The post-COVID shift, the rise of values-driven clients, and why personalization now beats perfection.Hiring (and Firing) Fails – Lessons from keeping the wrong people too long, setting boundaries with heart, and why “hire slow, fire fast” saves your sanity and your bottom line.Key Takeaways:Momentum isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing the right things consistently.You can’t scale chaos. Start with systems before you’re buried in success.Numbers tell the story of your business, learn to read them or partner with someone who can.Growth isn’t always forward; sometimes pausing is the smartest move.Hire for attitude, not just aptitude. You can teach skills, not self-awareness.
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