Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
Jacki Hayes
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.
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Tiny Tweaks, Big Payoff: 4 System Shifts for a Smoother Business
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
04/22/25 • 6 min
In today's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on four small (but mighty) systems tweaks that have made my business feel smoother, calmer, and way more me. These aren’t shiny new tools or complicated funnels. I’m talking about simple shifts that helped me stop fighting my own energy and start designing a business backend that supports the way I actually work.
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You're Allowed To Do That with Danielle Gagnon
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
12/06/22 • 26 min
In today's episode, I'm talking with SEO specialist, Danielle Gagnon, about learning how to prioritize yourself in business and life. We cover topics like taking control of your schedule, breaking free of the employee mindset, and growing up without an entrepreneur role model. Danielle started her business in 2018. And today helps female entrepreneurs grow their businesses organically and massively through search engine optimization and content marketing.
Topics:
- Putting yourself first (01:21)
- Breaking the employee mindset as a business owner (05:24)
- The importance of entrepreneur role models (14:19)
- Taking time away from the business (16:40)
- What really matters with SEO (18:10)
- The missing piece with SEO and marketing (18:39)
- SEO is not a quick fix (23:40)
You can find Danielle at:
Website: {insert link}: elevatevirtualmarketing.com
Instagram: {insert link}: @daniellegagnon_seo
Free Resource: Rank Secrets PDF Guide
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Complete show notes and transcripts can be found at jackihayes.me
Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay
A Conversation with Business Alchemist Gemma Hills
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
10/02/23 • 56 min
Recently, Gemma Hills and I sat down to talk about the process of creating offers and launching them in a way that feels aligned. Gemma is a business alchemist - an alignment coach, medium, and energy practitioner. She blends the modalities of coaching, mediumship, and EFT to streamline her clients' journey and bring them into alignment and flow.
Topics:
- Seeking alternative ways of living and doing business (05:22)
- Aligning your business with your passions and goals (11:28)
- Being realistic and flexible when launching (17:43)
- Overdelivering in courses and launches (35:31)
- Managing time and expectations (44:23)
You can find Gemma at
Website: gemmahills.co
Mentioned in the episode
Preparing for your next launch and need support? Join the Launch Planning Collective. It's a workshop series + coworking + support. Learn my Launch Your Way method, set aside time on your calendar for planning your launch, and get support from me and the rest of the collective.
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If you found this episode and others valuable, it would be awesome if you would leave a review so the podcast is seen by more people like you.
Say hi!
Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
Complete show notes and transcripts can be found at jackihayes.online
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Infusing Ethos into Your Business with Becky Bullard
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
07/02/24 • 23 min
In today's episode, Becky Bullard and I sit down to a conversation about prioritizing community needs in business decision-making. We also talk about the challenges of balancing creativity and financial sustainability in entrepreneurship, highlighting the need for honesty and sustainability in balancing these factors. Becky shares her story of how she turned politics sexy and how others can find their own well of courage.
Topics:
- Prioritizing business decisions based on community needs and personal well-being (0:00)
- Using unconventional methods to engage people in politics (4:55)
- Creating a business that aligns with personal values and inspiration (8:55)
- Entrepreneurship, productivity, and political activism (15:21)
You can find Becky at:
Website: Democrasexy.com
Instagram: @democrasexy
What next?
- Follow Here's What I Learned on your favorite podcast player
- Leave a review so the podcast is seen by more people like you
- Share this episode with a friend
- Find the complete show notes and transcripts at jackihayes.co
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Launch Diaries - Behind the Scenes of My Recent Launch
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
10/09/23 • 30 min
In today's episode, I'm taking you with me while I walk my dog and talk openly about my most recent launch of the Quarterly Launch Planning Collective. I'm sharing the "failed" launch that led to this newest offer, why I chose this particular format, and some of the ways I've promoted the program to reach my enrollment goal.
Topics:
- Reassessing and refocusing after a "failed" launch (02:06)
- Using coworking as accountability for course completion (05:07)
- Do my client prioritize launch planning for investments (07:58)
- Beta-testing my new program (16:15)
Mentioned in the episode
Preparing for your next launch and need support? Join the Launch Planning Collective. It's a workshop series + coworking + support. Learn my Launch Your Way method, set aside time on your calendar for planning your launch, and get support from me and the rest of the collective.
Next Steps
If you found this episode and others valuable, it would be awesome if you would leave a review so the podcast is seen by more people like you.
Say hi!
Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
Complete show notes and transcripts can be found at jackihayes.online
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Paid Ads Are Not Magic Pills with Holly Morgan
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
10/25/22 • 29 min
On today's episode, Holly Morgan (she/her) and I talk about when you should consider paid ads as part of your marketing strategy. Holly is a wife, girl mom, paid traffic strategist, and FB/IG ads expert who helps impact-driven coaches find and connect with their audience through the power of paid advertising. She’s on a mission to help business owners connect with their audience, increase revenue, have more impact, and more time freedom by having profitable launches.
Topics:
- How to know when you're ready for paid ads (03:16)
- What you need to know about your ideal client for successful ads (08:49)
- What ad platform should you use (11:18)
- What it's like to work with an ad strategist (15:14)
- Why it's important to know your numbers (19:14)
You can find Holly at
Instagram: mrshollymorgan1
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Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
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Here's What I (Unlearned): Success Isn't Always Rainbows and Unicorns.
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
04/05/22 • 5 min
With Season 1 wrapped and Season 2 in the planning stage, I decided to drop a few mini-episodes.
I’m calling these “Here’s What I (Unlearned” because sometimes what we unlearn is as important as what we learn.
In today’s episode, I’m talking about unlearning what success looks and feels like. Aka, it’s not all rainbows and unicorns.
And follow me at
@JackiHayes_OBM
Be sure to leave a review and subscribe.
Music: Happy by MBB https://soundcloud.com/mbbofficial
5 Common Launch Pitfalls
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
09/18/23 • 10 min
Even the best-planned launch can be stressful, especially if you're not actively avoiding the five most common launch pitfalls. Avoiding these mistakes can mean the difference between a grueling launch and a hustle-free launch. If you're ready to launch your program, let's keep listening so that you can avoid these pitfalls.
Topics
- The importance of a plan
- Setting realistic expectations
- Estimating future capacity
- Planning for the middle
- Creating a holistic support system
Mentioned in the episode
How to Create Launch Goals That Feel Good, a free workshop on September 21, 2023. Register here. Replays will be available.
Next Steps
If you found this episode and others valuable, it would be awesome if you would leave a review so the podcast is seen by more people like you.
Preparing for your next launch and need support? Join the Launch Planning Collective. It's a workshop series + coworking + support. Learn my Launch Your Way method, set aside time on your calendar for planning your launch, and get support from me and the rest of the collective.
Say hi!
Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
Complete show notes and transcripts can be found at jackihayes.online
Intro and Outro Music: Atomic by Alex-Productions |https://onsound.eu/
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Beyond the Dollars: How to Measure Launch Success
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
09/11/23 • 9 min
In today's episode, I'm talking about the different ways you can measure launch success. Why? Because a $100K launch is not the only way to have a successful launch. Yes, you need to make money because you're running a business. And there are countless other quantitative and qualitative ways to measure the success of your launch. Listen in to hear 14 of my suggestions.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Free workshop - How to Create Launch Goals That Feel Good
Be sure to subscribe and leave a review.
Complete show notes and transcripts can be found at jackihayes.online
Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
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Believing It's Possible with Gail Keyes Allen
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way
12/13/22 • 31 min
In today's episode, I'm talking with Gail Keyes Allen about working with doubt, shifting out of corporate habits, and experimenting in entrepreneurship. Gail is a multiple 6-figure Life, Business & Money Manifestation Coach. She works with Coaches, Creatives and Consultants to help them generate $100k+ in their business by reprogramming their money beliefs and falling in love with themselves.
Topics:
- Working with doubt (01:14)
- Shifting out of corporate habits (05:14)
- Choosing what we want for this life (09:55)
- Experimenting in entrepreneurship (16:15)
- Believing it's possible (20:57)
- Looking for the evidence (24:34)
You can find Gail at
Website: gailkeyesallen.com
Instagram: @gailkeyesallen
Be sure to subscribe and leave a review.
Complete show notes and transcripts can be found at jackihayes.me
Follow me on Instagram at @jackihayes_obm
Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay
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