Hey friends, welcome back to the show.

Today’s mini-episode is called “Careers Are Weird Now” — because honestly… what is even happening in the world of work lately?

Everywhere you look, smart, capable, experienced people are getting laid off. Entire departments are disappearing. Industries are shifting overnight. And people who thought they were on a stable, predictable path are suddenly sitting there going:

“Wait… now what?”

If that’s you — or someone you love — you are not alone. And more importantly, you are not failing. You’re living through a massive career culture shift that nobody really prepared us for.

Here’s the reframe that I think is really important:

• Pivots are not proof that you failed
• They’re proof that you’re paying attention

The idea that you pick one career and stay in it for 30 years is becoming less and less realistic. People are having multiple careers now — not just multiple jobs.

You might go from corporate to consulting. From employee to entrepreneur.
From one industry to something completely different.

We cannot talk about modern careers without talking about AI.

And I know — this brings up a lot of feelings. Fear. Resistance. Overwhelm. Even a little bit of anger.

But here’s the reality: AI is not a trend. It’s a tool shift as big as the internet was. And learning how to use it is becoming a baseline professional skill.

That doesn’t mean you need to become a tech expert. It means you need to understand how AI can support the work you already do.

Writers who use AI for brainstorming and outlining will move faster than writers who don’t.

Sales professionals who use AI for research and messaging will be more efficient.
Business owners who use AI to create content, organize ideas, and streamline tasks will have more leverage.

AI isn’t your replacement.
It’s your amplifier.

Thanks for listening!

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In this soulful and strategy-packed episode of The Well Aligned Podcast, I sat down with the radiant Scarlett Stanhope, The Biz Hippie — financial business coach, empowerment queen, and all-around magnetic force. 🌟

We dove deep into:

• Helping coaches Master Money and Own Their Worth so they can be fully supported by the work they love.
• Tools for creating a money mindset
• Releasing old conditioning and stepping into unapologetic expression

Scarlett dropped so many gems on aligning your energy with your offers, staying in integrity with your truth, and letting joy lead the way — because burnout isn't the vibe, and hustle isn’t the only path to success.

✨ You can find Scarlett -

IG: @thebizhippie

Web: https://www.thebizhippie.com

Thanks for listening!

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In this episode, we sit down with Jenny Q. Williams, founder and president of St. Louis Closet Company, to talk about how she turned a vision for smart, stylish storage into one of the most successful custom closet businesses in the Midwest.

Jenny shares her journey from starting in a small warehouse to growing a company rooted in referrals, repeat business, and rock-solid relationships. We also dive into how she stays creative, builds customer loyalty, and—fun fact—what it was like designing rapper Nelly’s closet (yes, really!).

Whether you're a small business owner, designer, or just obsessed with getting organized, Jenny’s insights on scaling a service-based business with heart will inspire you to reimagine what’s possible.

🎙️ In This Episode, We Cover:

• Jenny’s entrepreneurial start and how she built St. Louis Closet Company from scratch
• The importance of repeat and referral business — and how to cultivate it
• Her tips for creating systems that keep customers coming back

🌟 About Jenny Q. Williams:
Jenny is the founder and president of St. Louis Closet Company, a woman-owned, locally operated business that has been designing custom closets and organizational systems since 1991. With a deep commitment to customer service, community engagement, and empowering women in business, Jenny has built a brand known for quality, trust, and style.

Book recommendation alert! Styles of Joy by SC Perot

🔗 Connect with Jenny and St. Louis Closet Company:
Website: stlouisclosetco.com
Instagram: @stlouisclosetco
Facebook: St. Louis Closet Company

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Thanks for listening!

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