You can’t build a values-led business without naming your values first.

In this episode, we sit down with our heart-forward operations Chief Experience Officer, Jen, to unpack how Maven’s core values—love and curiosity—were defined, debated, and eventually embraced as the compass guiding our team, community, and culture.

We talk about:
— Why defining values required radical candor (and a few tears in a cabin)
— How our values shape how we lead, hire, and show up
— What “love” and “curiosity” really mean to each of us—and why they were hard to claim
— The difference between performing values and living them

This isn’t a how-to. It’s a look behind the curtain at how one messy, meaningful conversation helped bring clarity, cohesion, and momentum to our growing team. If you’ve ever struggled to articulate what matters most to you—or if you’ve avoided the word “love” in business—this one’s for you.

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Next up: Part 2—how we bring these values to life through culture and daily decisions.

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What does it really mean to be resilient in business—not just as a catchphrase, but as a daily practice?

In this episode, Tessa and Rocky get honest about what resilience looks like behind the scenes. From personal stories of failure and fear to the small rituals that keep them grounded, they unpack how they've built tenacity in life and leadership. Whether you’re facing burnout, decision fatigue, or just trying to keep going—this one’s for you.

💡 Key Takeaways
1. Resilience isn’t a destination—it’s a lifelong practice.
2. Growth is active, ongoing, and often uncomfortable.
3. You build resilience by practicing small, daily tools like RAIN, journaling, reframing, and Byron Katie’s 4 questions.
4. Make space to feel your emotions without letting them drive your actions.
5. Go small, go steady—over time, you’ll grow stronger and more grounded.

✨ Grab our free Resilience Toolkit for 5 simple tools you can start using today → https://stan.store/mavencommunity/p/resilience-toolkit

Today’s discomfort is tomorrow’s growth story. Stay present, and keep going.

🔖 Resources & References
"The Hard Thing About Hard Things" by Ben Horowitz → https://a.co/d/iMejGfr
"Radical Acceptance" & the RAIN Meditation by Tara Brach → https://a.co/d/iZJC5xD
"Let Them" by Mel Robbins → https://a.co/d/6Tq6ZH8
Letters From Love Substack by Elizabeth Gilbert → https://elizabethgilbert.substack.com/
"The Work" by Byron Katie → https://a.co/d/9GZXA5A

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What does resilience look like before you have the tools?

In this first part of our two-part conversation, Rocky and Tessa open up about the personal and professional moments that tested them most—before they had a framework for building resilience. From early challenges in business to deeply personal turning points, they share the real, unfiltered stories that shaped who they are today.

If you’ve ever felt like you were figuring it out as you went—or wondered how to keep going when things get messy—this episode will feel like a conversation with friends who’ve been there.

💡 Key Takeaways

1. Resilience is often built in the middle of the mess, not after it’s over.
2. Vulnerability can be a bridge to stronger relationships and opportunities.
3. Sometimes the most defining lessons come from your hardest seasons.
4. You don’t have to have it all figured out to keep moving forward.
5. Sharing your story can be a tool for healing—for you and others.

✨ Here’s your sneak peek for the next episode: In Part 2, we’ll share the exact tools and daily practices you can use to build resilience in business and life. In the meantime, grab our free Resilience Toolkit so you can start practicing today: https://stan.store/mavencommunity/p/resilience-toolkit

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