Episode 001: Hello World!

Welcome to the very first episode of the ‘Good Ideas + Bad Decisions’ podcast! Join Ellen and Kat as they navigate the world of small business consulting with humor, authenticity, and a dash of chaos. In this introductory episode, you'll get to know your hosts, learn about their unique business journeys, and hear hilarious anecdotes and accidental text messages. They tackle the ever-relevant topic of setting boundaries in business and share their personal strategies for balancing work and life. Whether you're a creative professional or a service-based business owner, this episode is packed with relatable stories, useful tips, and candid conversations about mental health. It's the start of something real, unedited, and entirely genuine. Strap in and enjoy the ride!

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Ellen is the Owner of  Ellen Hockley Consulting and offers valuable insights from her extensive experience in building successful small businesses and empowering female entrepreneurs, providing practical advice on business strategy and growth. 

Kat is the Owner + Operator of  kat&co and brings a unique perspective with her psychology background and experience in creative business operations, making her adept at discussing the intersection of creativity and structured processes.

00:00 Welcome to Our First Podcast!

00:19 Meet Your Hosts: Ellen and Kat

03:19 The Birth of Our Podcast Idea

05:28 Balancing Business and Personal Life

10:38 The Importance of Therapy and Mental Health

17:48 Navigating Professional Boundaries

23:27 Morning vs. Afternoon Meetings

23:59 Structuring the Work Week

24:58 Challenges of Context Switching

26:21 Protecting Personal Time

27:24 Embarrassing Texting Stories

35:01 Group Chat Misadventures

41:16 Balancing Business and Life

46:05 Wrapping Up and Future Plans