The Art Of Entrepreneurship

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for every founder or marketer who swears their industry is “too boring.”I hear it all the time: from insurance to logistics to compliance to manufacturing, brands saying they can't be bold because their industry just isn't fun. But here’s the truth: your industry isn’t boring. You might just be showing up that way.Tune in to learn why companies in so-called “boring” industries like Mailchimp, Gusto and ClickUp stand out—and how you can win by choosing to show up and be bold.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.How to change the change-resistant w/ Bob Gaydos, CEO of Pendella: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/bob-gaydosEvaluating new business ideas, making the leap & handling change w/ Marcus Murphy, co-founder and CEO of The Five Percent: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/marcus-murphy 10 creative ways to distribute your content: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/10-ways-to-distribute-your-content✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for marketers who know real insights don’t come from slide decks; they come from honest conversations.I share how to move past polished, “safe” answers and create the kind of conversations that actually change the trajectory of a project. It’s not about having a perfect list of questions; it’s about showing up as a human first. Setting the tone, leading with vulnerability and asking the right follow-ups can turn guarded responses into honest insight.Tune in to learn how to disarm stakeholders, earn their trust, and uncover the truths that make your messaging—and your marketing—actually work.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Asking the right questions w/ Holland Martini and Maria Vorovich, co-founders of GoodQues: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/holland-martini-and-maria-vorovichFinding your winning zone w/ Stephanie Roland, Accelity Brand & Marketing Director: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/stephanie-roland They Ask, You Answer: a content strategy that actually works w/ author and serial entrepreneur Marcus Sheridan: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/marcus-sheridan✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for leaders who know self-awareness matters—but still find themselves repeating the same patterns.My guest is Bizzie Gold, an innovator and disruptor in the field of mental health. Bizzie and I discuss why our brains “lie,” the idea that there are three sides to every story, and how perception filters shape what leaders see, say and do.Tune in for practical insights on spotting self-deception, aligning roles to how people actually think, and taking the first steps to rewire unhelpful habits so you can lead with clarity—not just willpower.About Bizzie GoldBizzie Gold is a tech founder, behavior futurist, and industry disruptor who invented Brain Pattern Mapping—a behavior and thought prediction technology proven to be 98.3% accurate. Her proprietary system decodes the subconscious patterns that drive human perception and decision-making, providing a revolutionary alternative to traditional mental health models.She is also the #1 best-selling author in Neuropsychology for her book, Your Brain is a Filthy Liar, which exposes the hidden mechanisms that keep people stuck in cycles of sabotage, conflict, and emotional chaos. Gold’s work fuses data science, neuropsychology, and pattern recognition to deliver sustainable rewiring at scale—without the emotional or financial codependency of therapy.Website: https://bizziegold.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bizziegold/Instagram: @bizziegoldPodcast: https://bizziegold.com/podcastIf you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.The professional habits that stop you from success w/ Matt Maletich, Principal and Founder of Blue Engine Consulting: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/matt-maletich Think like a CEO w/ Patrick Thean, CEO of Rhythm Systems: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/patrick-theanBecome a better leader by learning how to change your mind: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/learning-to-change-your-mind✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: a...

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone learning how to lead with empathy without carrying everyone else’s emotions.As leaders, we want our teams to feel safe, supported, and heard. But there’s a fine line between being approachable and becoming everyone’s therapist—and crossing it can leave you drained, overwhelmed and ineffective.In this episode, I share the lessons I’ve learned from both sides of that line: when I was too distant and my team thought I didn’t care, and when I was too available and found myself carrying their stress on top of my own.Tune in to learn the four ways to find the right balance in protecting your energy, supporting your team and creating space for people to feel seen without losing yourself in the process. When you show empathy with boundaries, you build trust—and that’s what sustainable leadership really looks like.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.On being a straightforward and kind leader: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/on-being-a-straightforward-and-kind-leaderGet real about managing your stress:  https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/stress-managementBreaking the cycle of stress w/ Rachel Sanders, Founder & CEO of Rootine: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/rachel-sanders-ceo-of-rootine✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s ever hit a wall in their career and wondered what it would take to rebuild something even bigger.My guest is Ilana Golan, tech entrepreneur, performance coach, and founder of Leap Academy. Ilana and I discuss her journey from the Israeli Air Force to Silicon Valley, where she learned that the biggest cost in life isn’t what you spend—it’s the money (and potential) you’re not making.Tune in for practical insights on getting leap-ready, recognizing self-imposed barriers, and creating a career that compounds over time.⭐ Feeling inspired to take your next leap? Visit leapacademy.com for Ilana’s free Career 360 training and strategy session invitation.About Ilana GolanIlana Golan is a tech entrepreneur, performance coach, and founder of Leap Academy—recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. A former Israeli Air Force officer and Silicon Valley engineer, Ilana helps high performers elevate their leadership, build portfolio careers, grow their personal brands, and create meaningful impact on their own terms.Website: https://www.leapacademy.com/LinkedIn - IIana Golan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilanagolan/LinkedIn - Leap Academy: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leapacademy-global/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilanagolanleap/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLcQtEE8dmUFB-KF1NaVhVQIf you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Overcome doubts w/ Kara Goldin, Founder & CEO of Hint, Inc.: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/kara-goldin-rebroadcastMy entrepreneurial journey: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/my-entrepreneurial-journeyTurning pain into power w/ Gregory Proctor, management executive, entrepreneurial leader and author: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/gregory-proctor✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s...

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s been told they need to be a “visionary founder”—but knows execution is where the real work happens.Today I'm talking about why being visionary without execution is wasted potential, the unsexy truth of entrepreneurship, and the habits that keep founders chasing shiny new things instead of finishing what they start.Tune in to learn how to shrink your vision into daily actions, build accountability rhythms, and measure progress—not motion—so you can actually deliver on your ideas.If you like this episode, check out these resources.What I learned from my first (vegan cookie) company (revisited): https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/my-first-company-revisited Becoming a successful entrepreneur: credibility, first customers, scaling & fundraising w/ Yoav Vilner, Co-founder & CEO of Walnut: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/yoav-vilnerIdeas are nothing without execution (revisited): https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/ideas-are-nothing-without-execution-revisited ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone looking for systems to help them manage when everything feels urgent or on fire. My guest today is Skye Waterson, founder of Unconventional Organisation and an implementation coach for entrepreneurs with ADHD. Skye and I discuss why high-achieving entrepreneurs often go undiagnosed, how to harness ADHD “superpowers” without getting tripped up by their shadow sides, and her step-by-step way to prioritize when you’re crunched for time.Make sure you tune in for Skye’s science-backed strategies to externalize time, focus on what’s truly urgent, and swap willpower for repeatable systems that protect your energy and fuel sustainable growth.⭐ If this resonates with you, don’t miss this free resource: DM Skye on Instagram with the word “AOE” to get her playbook!About Skye WatersonSkye Waterson is the founder of Unconventional Organisation, a multi–six-figure business dedicated to helping entrepreneurs with ADHD (or suspected ADHD) build systems that actually work for their brains. She leads a team of neurodiverse coaches who work with clients worldwide—including those with ADHD, ADD, ADHD+ASD, and chronic disorganisation—to create tailored systems that make consistency easier, reduce overwhelm, and unlock sustainable growth. Website: https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/ LinkedIn - Skye Waterson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skye-waterson-026286204/ LinkedIn - Unconventional Organisation: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unconventional-organisation/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unconventionalorganisation/ ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s ready to stop letting chaos dictate the quality of their work.We’ve all experienced it: last-minute requests, unrealistic timelines, and the chaos that comes when others don’t think ahead. In this episode, I talk about why rushed work rarely leads to great results, how constantly scrambling chips away at your standards, and the hard truth that you get what you accept.Tune in to hear real examples of what boundary-setting can sound like, why pushing back matters, and how to reclaim your time so you stop sacrificing your happiness for someone else’s lack of planning.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.All customers are not good customers: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/all-customers-are-not-good-customersWhen is the sacrifice too much?: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/when-is-the-sacrifice-too-muchThe hard way isn't always the right way: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/the-hard-way-isnt-always-the-right-way ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who loves being an entrepreneur—and wants to be known for more than just that role. My guest today is Michael Fabiano—world-renowned opera singer, pilot, nonprofit founder, and a tech partner building a smart CRM for entertainment venues. Michael and I dig into what it means to break free from labels, why chasing multiple passions can actually make you sharper in each, and the discipline it takes to manage them all.Make sure you tune in for Michael’s insights on effectiveness, efficiency, and the pursuit of excellence over “good enough”—plus the one rule he lives by: don’t wait in line in life, move when opportunity shows up.About Michael FabianoMichael Fabiano is an international musician who has performed leading roles around the world in major opera theaters. He is the President and Co-founder of ArtSmart, a national nonprofit providing free one-to-one music mentorship for under-resourced students. He is also the Chief Business Development Officer at Resonance, a social commerce platform that provides creative professionals and organizations with the mechanism streamline operations, modernize financial systems, and grow their business. A recipient of the Beverly Sills and Richard Tucker Awards, Michael brings the same discipline, focus, and pursuit of excellence from his artistic career into his work as an entrepreneur and leader.Website: https://michaelfabianotenor.com/  Resonance: https://www.resonanceglobal.com/ ArtSmart: https://pattihuppmusic.com/foundation/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-fabiano-19a05a2b/ ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who feels conflicted when asked: do you need a vacation, or an escape?There’s a difference between running away from your life and taking a break to recharge. In this episode, I share how I’ve confused the two in the past, what it signaled about the way I was working, and the mindset shift that helped me build a life I don’t want to run from.Tune in to reflect on what a meaningful break looks like for you, and how small daily choices can build a life you truly love.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Driven or drained? Scaling a company without burnout: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/driven-or-drainedStop being your own greatest enemy: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/your-own-worst-enemyYour thoughts become your reality w/ author & health coach Justine Sloan: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/manifesting-with-justine-sloan✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s curious about what truly sets successful CEOs apart—and how to grow into the kind of leader your team needs.My guest today is Patrick Thean, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and CEO coach. Patrick founded his first company in his 20s and landed it on the Inc. 500 list, and for the past few decades he’s been coaching high-performing CEOs around the world.Patrick and I get into everything from what differentiates successful leaders, to what he’s learned about himself through decades of coaching, to the daily rhythms and practices that help CEOs build strong, successful teams.Make sure you tune in for actionable advice on humility, curiosity, feedback, and the mindset shift from doing to thinking—insights every leader can use (and a few I hadn’t heard before!).Check out Patrick’s bestselling books: https://www.rhythmsystems.com/patrick-thean/books  About Patrick TheanPatrick is an award-winning entrepreneur, USA Today bestselling author and world-renowned strategy execution expert. He is the mastermind behind the Think Plan Do® process, a CEO coach, serial entrepreneur, and the co-founder of Rhythm Systems®. He speaks and writes on topics such as leadership, strategic planning, and team accountability, in addition to coaching CEOs and their executive teams.Website https://www.rhythmsystems.com/patrick-thean LinkedIn – Patrick https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickthean/ LinkedIn – Rhythm Systems https://www.linkedin.com/company/rhythm-systems-inc/ Books https://www.rhythmsystems.com/patrick-thean/books  If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Embracing intellectual humility w/ Dave Hersh, Founder & CEO of In Tandem: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/dave-hersh-ceo-of-in-tandem Unapologetic ambition w/ Vicky Boudreau, co-founder and CEO of Heylist: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/vicky-boudreau-co-founder-ceo-of-heylist Stop overworking and underliving w/ The Entrepreneur Coach Bri Seeley: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/bri-seeley  ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on a...

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who needs the reminder to look back, take stock of how far you’ve come, and celebrate your wins.As part of our summer rebroadcast series, I’m revisiting the story of my very first company—a vegan cookie business I started over a decade ago. (Cookies, sounds fun! But it was hard.) I shared this story more when I first started Accelity, and going back to it now was a cool walk down memory lane.We’re so often focused on the next goal or milestone that we forget to pause and appreciate the progress we’ve made. The version of you from 10, 5, or even 2 years ago would be so proud of where you are today.Spoiler: this isn’t going to be some amazing unicorn success story, but I learned a ton from that first venture. Tune in for three important lessons on entrepreneurship.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Do you have founder’s syndrome? Overcoming it with Erica Rankin, founder of Bro Dough: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/founders-syndrome-with-erica-rankin Hiring friends and family: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/hiring-friends-and-family My entrepreneurial journey: https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/my-entrepreneurial-journey ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who has ever looked at a wildly successful person and thought, “They must have it all figured out.”I’m revisiting one of my favorite guest conversations with Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., and author of Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters. Kara and I dig into the universal feeling of doubt—how it shows up even for people who seem to have “made it,” and why it never fully disappears. We talk about her journey as an “accidental entrepreneur,” how she built a $150 million company with zero experience in the beverage industry, and how she’s learned to push forward despite setbacks and imposter syndrome.Make sure you tune in for Kara’s real-world insights on facing your doubts head-on, learning from failures, and finding the courage to keep going anyway.About Kara GoldinKara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. She has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs and EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Northern California. She is an active speaker & writer and hosts the podcast The Kara Goldin Show where she interviews founders, entrepreneurs and other disruptors across various industries. Website: karagoldin.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karagoldinFacebook: facebook.com/KaraGoldinInstagram: @karagoldinIf you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Do you have founder’s syndrome? Overcoming it with Erica Rankin, founder of Bro Dough https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/founders-syndrome-with-erica-rankin How do I overcome imposter syndrome? https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/overcoming-imposter-syndrome Developing grit & stoicism as an underdog founder w/ Edrizio De La Cruz, author and Co-Founder & CEO of Arcus https://www.jackiehermes.com/podcast/edrizio-de-la-cruz ✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn:

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone feeling the slowdown in sales and looking for real strategies to keep deals moving.As we wrap up summer, this felt like the perfect episode to revisit. Uncertainty is high, job numbers are down, and people are being extra cautious with how they spend their money. If you're feeling the pressure, you're not alone.In this replay, I’m sharing how we spotted the slowdown early and still managed to have one of our best quarters in a while. I cover six actionable ways to speed up your sales cycle, earn trust during the process, and help buyers feel confident saying yes—even when times are tough.📚 Here’s the book I mention in the episode: Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade https://www.amazon.com/Pre-Suasion-Revolutionary-Way-Influence-Persuade-ebook/dp/B01C36E2YS If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Building and growing in a down economy w/ Mike Peregudov, Co-Founder and CEO of WhizzDear companies everywhere, sales and marketing are not about youMarketing & sales strategies to fill your pipeline in Q1

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s navigating the challenges of raising money, growing a startup, or balancing ambition with real life.My guest today is Vicky Boudreau, the CEO and co-founder of Heylist, an influencer marketing SaaS platform. Vicky and I discuss her journey from PR agency owner to tech founder, what she saw in the influencer space that led to building Heylist, and how she raised an oversubscribed funding round—despite the tough climate for fundraising (especially for women).Make sure you tune in for a refreshingly candid look at fundraising dynamics, parenting while scaling, and what it means to protect your energy and confidence as a founder.About Vicky BoudreauVicky Boudreau is the co-founder and CEO of Heylist, a tech-driven platform transforming how brands collaborate with creators. With over 15 years of leadership in communications and entrepreneurship with her first company the PR & Marketing firm bicom, she is recognized for bridging innovation, influence, and impact. A dynamic speaker and passionate advocate for women in business, Vicky brings strategic vision and deep industry insight to every project she leads.Website: heylist.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vicky-boudreau-14762b14/Instagram: @vicky_boudreauIf you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Podcast: Choosing a billion-dollar mindset w/ Suneera Madhani, Founder & CEO of Worth AIPodcast: Getting in front of investors + funding underrepresented founders w/ Alex Chompff, angel investor and serial entrepreneurPodcast: Is work-life balance really a thing?✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite:

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for any leader still trying to drag their team back into the office—or manage remote work like it’s a surveillance state.I share the policies that work for my agency, what we’ve tried (and ditched), and how leaning into trust, autonomy and clarity has led to a 4.6-year average retention rate—more than double the agency standard.Tune in to rethink what work can, and should, look like when you build a culture of trust over control.✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s curious about longevity—or wondering if “reversing aging” is actually possible.My guest today is Chris Mirabile, founder and CEO of NOVOS, a healthtech company tackling the 12 biological causes of aging. Chris shares how surviving a brain tumor at 16 sparked his obsession with longevity—and why slowing down aging is more science than science fiction.We talk about the difference between real health and health “hacks,” the danger of going too far with biohacking, and how your biological age can shape how you think, work and lead. Plus, what Chris is doing to age 13.6 years slower than the average person.Make sure you tune in for a fresh take on optimizing your health, running a science-backed business and redefining what it means to grow older.About Chris MirabileChris Mirabile is reshaping how we think about aging—proving that healthspan and lifespan don’t have to be at odds. He’s the founder and CEO of NOVOS, a science-backed longevity platform that offers supplements, testing and education to slow biological aging. A former brain tumor survivor, Chris turned a personal health crisis into a lifelong mission: helping people live longer, healthier lives. Today, he blends biotech rigor with accessible wellness, aiming to help people live longer and better. Featured in the longevity documentary Longevity Hackers alongside Tony Hawk and Mark Cuban, Chris is a trusted voice in a field too often clouded by hype.WebsiteLinkedInInstagramXIf you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Podcast: Quit neglecting your physical health and expecting to be successfulPodcast: Don’t be a professional success & a personal mess w/ Transformation coach Alechia ReesePodcast: "If you don’t make time for wellness, you’ll be forced to make time for illness”✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram:

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for any leader who’s eager to become both kind and clear.Too often, kindness is mistaken for passivity—and directness for harshness. But the best leaders strike a balance. In this episode, I’m breaking down what it really means to lead with kindness and strength, based on my own growth from overly confrontational to overly cautious—and now, learning to lead with intention.Tune in to hear how embracing tact and truth can transform how you lead—and how people respond to you.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Podcast: How to make lasting personal and cultural change in business w/ Jenny Weeden, President of AccelityPodcast: Sometimes what you think is kind is actually the opposite—what I learned this weekPodcast: The 3 best pieces of advice I ever receivedPodcast: Take charge of your professional development w/ Jenny Weeden, VP of People Ops at AccelityPodcast: Feedback is a gift, even when it sucks✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who’s relied on customer feedback or survey data but still felt like they were missing the full picture.My guests today are Holland Martini and Maria Vorovich, co-founders of GoodQues, the “anti-research” research company that’s turning the industry on its head. Maria and Holland share how they approach data differently—from rethinking survey design to ditching sterile, robotic language in favor of human conversations. We talk about creative ways to surface true consumer sentiment (like writing a eulogy for your favorite brand), how to ask better questions, and why outdated data can be more harmful than helpful.Make sure you tune in for fresh ideas on asking better questions, collecting honest insights, and finding data that actually drives smart decisions.About Holland MartiniHolland Martini is redefining the role of research in business, proving that data without creativity is just numbers on a page. One of the forces behind the “anti-research” research company, she has spent her career quantifying consumer perspectives—but her real mission is to infuse the field with emotional intelligence and human insight. A sought-after speaker at FastCompany, Social Media Week, and beyond, Holland challenges traditional thinking, advocating for a more empathetic and creative approach to data.About Maria VorovichSince co-founding the “anti-research” research company GoodQues in 2019, Maria has made it her mission to push the boundaries of consumer insights practices. And she’s succeeded, pioneering new approaches to research design (think: meditation) and new forms of research outputs (think: stories instead of statistics). Named one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. by Inc Magazine in 2023, and top global market research company in 2020 and 2021 by the StartupPill, GoodQues partners with loyal clients such as P&G, PepsiCo, Adobe, Pernod Ricard and more to fuel their audience understanding.WebsiteLinkedIn – HollandLinkedIn - MariaLinkedIn - GOODQUESIf you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Podcast: Finding your winning zone w/ Stephanie Roland, Accelity Brand & Marketing DirectorPodcast: Why you need an ideal customer profile—and how to make onePodcast: They Ask, You Answer: a content strategy that actually works w/ author and serial entrepreneur Marcus Sheridan✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on a...

This episode of The Art of Entrepreneurship is for anyone who feels like their own habits might be getting in the way of their success.From overanalyzing and underpreparing to blaming others and letting fear call the shots, I’m walking through 10 bad habits that I’ve seen (because I’ve committed them myself!) that can hold you back at work and in life.Make sure you tune in for a candid look at how to identify and start addressing these habits, plus tips for showing up as your best self—without burning out in the process.If you like this episode, here are some others you'll enjoy.Podcast: Do you take care of yourself? No, really?Podcast: FEAR = False Expectations Appearing RealPodcast: Apologize only when you need to—the why & how✨ This podcast is produced in partnership with Accelity, a full-service marketing agency for bold people growing bold companies. If you're ready to level up your B2B marketing, check us out.→ accelitymarketing.com 🎧 Catch up on past episodes, submit topic ideas, and learn morejackiehermes.com/podcast⭐ Love what you hear? Please leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and on Apple Podcasts to help more entrepreneurs find the show.📲 Let’s connect!LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Instagram: @thejackiehermesTikTok: @jackie.hermesWebsite: jackiehermes.com