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I Left My Safe, Stable Job to Build a Business - Here’s What I Learned!

Jess Whatman & Hermione Gardiner
In this episode, the spotlight is on Hermione as we dive into the full story of how she built Sidekick from a side hustle into a thriving business. From navigating motherhood while growing a company to making bold career moves, she shares the pivotal moments, mindset shifts, and lessons learned along the way.We talk about the highs, the challenges, and the reality of balancing business and family while staying focused on big goals. If you’ve ever doubted yourself or wondered if you could turn your idea into a real, scalable business, this episode is for you!We asked:How did Sidekick start, and how has it evolved over the years?What were the biggest challenges in transitioning from a solo entrepreneur to a full-time business owner?How do you balance growing a business with being present for your family?What mindset shifts were necessary to take Sidekick to the next level?What are the biggest lessons learned from eight years in business?If you weren’t running this business, what would you be doing?Chapters:[00:00] Welcome Back: Tequila, Cocktails & Business Chats[07:00] How Sidekick Started: From Idea to Execution[14:00] From Side Hustle to Full-Time: The Leap Into Business[22:00] Balancing Motherhood & Business Growth (Is It Even Possible?)[30:00] The Mindset Shifts That Took My Business to the Next Level[38:00] The Biggest Wins & Lessons Learned Over Eight Years[45:00] Wild Card: If I Weren’t Running This Business, What Would I Be Doing?If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share with a fellow business owner or entrepreneur who needs to hear this! We can’t wait to bring you more insights next week.Connect with us:The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/scalewithusAgentSync: https://agentsync.com.au/SideKick: https://sidekick.net.au/