Is the price of success… loneliness?

In this episode of She Hustles Podcast, we get real about the emotional side of ambition — losing friends who don’t get your hustle, partners who don’t support your dreams, and the isolation that comes with growth.

💡 Learn how to stay confident, connected, and grounded while you rise.

Follow us:Julie → @growthwithjulie

Giulia → @gg.mediastudio

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Youtube → @shehustlespodcast

As women navigating the chaos of freelancing, entrepreneurship, and balancing life, we (Julie & Giulia) know how hard it can be to stay sane, happy, and focused. Get ready for real, unfiltered conversations about career growth, personal development, and hustling without burnout — straight from your two long-distance besties.Thanks for being part of our journey! 💋

Thinking of quitting your 9-5 and starting a freelance life but worried it’s too risky or hard 🤯

In this episode of She Hustles Podcast, Julie and Giulia share their personal journey from corporate burnout to building their own freelance business. They cover:

• How to know when it’s time to leave your job

• Freelancing basics: do you need savings, how to niche, and landing your first client

• Switching from employee mindset to CEO mindset

• Setting boundaries with clients and work-life balance

• Motivation vs discipline and staying focused with multiple passions

If you’ve ever asked “Can I really make it on my own?” or “Is freelancing freedom or just chaos?” this episode is for you.

Join us for practical advice, honest stories, and a little friendly ass-kicking from two multi-passionate entrepreneurs figuring it out publicly so you don’t have to.

Question for you: Are you more of a structure lover 🧠 or a freedom junkie 🦋?

#freelancelife #quitcorporate #womeninbusiness #femalefounders #entrepreneurmindset #corporatetofreelance

Ready to launch your side hustle but stuck on pricing? You're not alone! 💕In this episode, we're breaking down exactly how to price your products or services without underselling yourself or scaring away customers. Whether you're selling handmade jewelry, offering coaching services, or launching a digital product, we've got you covered!What you'll learn:The sneaky trick to find out your competitors' real prices (yes, we went there!)How to calculate your costs + profit margin like a proWhy knowing your target customer's budget changes everythingDifferent pricing models that actually work (hourly vs. packages vs. bundles)When to test your prices vs. when to stick to your gunsKey takeaways:✨ Don't compare yourself to fake competitors who aren't actually handmade/authentic✨ Spend MORE time on pricing than anything else - it can make or break your business✨ When you price too low, people get suspicious. Too high? They ask too many questions.✨ Put yourself in your customer's shoes - you might BE your ideal customer!Ready to stop guessing and start earning what you deserve? Drop a comment below with your biggest pricing challenge and we'll help you work through it!Don't forget to LIKE if this helped you and SUBSCRIBE for more side hustle tips that actually work 💪Podcast Links 🎧- Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-hustles/id1753771945- Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pw6PNkKodENKstknEaIKS?si=88cb0f85e3d44517Follow She Hustles 📌- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shehustles_podcast/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/Follow Giulia Ⓖ- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gg.mediastudio/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gg.mediastudio- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-gasperoni-1b0ba11b9/Follow Julie Ⓙ- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthwithjulie- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehanell/About us Welcome to She Hustles ✨ Every Thursday we give you actionable tips to get unstuck and take action to create a business, side hustle or hobby you dream of.

Stop wasting money advertising to the wrong people! 🎯

You've got an amazing product or service, but if you don't know exactly who you're selling to, you're basically throwing money into the void.

In this episode, we break down the exact 4-step process that successful businesses use to create target personas that actually convert strangers into loyal customers.

Here's what you'll learn:

✅ How to define demographics that matter (age, location, income, education)

✅ The psychology behind your ideal customer (what they want, fear, and aspire to)

✅ How to identify the exact pain points your product solves

✅ Where your customers actually look for products like yours (hint: it might not be Instagram!)

💡 Quick tip: Pin your finished persona somewhere you can see it daily - it should guide every piece of content, every ad, and every message you create.What's your biggest challenge when it comes to defining your target audience? Drop it in the comments below!

👇Don't forget to subscribe to She Hustles for more actionable business tips that actually work! 🚀

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Follow Giulia Ⓖ

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-gasperoni-1b0ba11b9/

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliefhanell/

About us

Welcome to She Hustles ✨ Every Thursday we give you actionable tips to get unstuck and take action to create a business, side hustle or hobby you dream of.

Is Cyprus an Offshore Country?

The Truth About Taxes, Digital Nomads & Business Setup

Is Cyprus really an offshore country?

In this episode, we sit down with tax expert Jowita to break the myths and reveal why Cyprus is actually a tax-friendly, EU-compliant jurisdiction, but definitely not offshore.

We explore:

✅ Why Cyprus attracts digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and expats

✅ The truth about Cyprus corporate tax rates

✅ How to qualify for Non-Dom status and legally pay 0% tax on dividends

✅ The unique 60-day tax residency rule perfect for digital nomads

✅ How Cyprus offers capital gains tax exemptions on stocks, bonds, and business sales

✅ Family tax incentives for expats and tech professionals

✅ The importance of tax planning and professional advice to avoid common relocation mistakes

✅ Why Cyprus is a rising hub for startups and remote workers looking for business-friendly, low-bureaucracy environments

We also talk about lifestyle, the welcoming business community, and why Cyprus is one of the most attractive places to live and work in Europe. 🌞

Get your free TAX guide ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ 💌

Follow Jowita Jablonska 📲

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowitajablonska91/
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibccstax/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yovita_jj/
• https://www.instagram.com/ibccs.tax/
• https://www.instagram.com/nomads.cy/

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNRKjjbf4bDbL6ABgAhouVA

Follow Giulia Ⓖ

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gg.mediastudio/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gg.mediastudio
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-gasperoni-1b0ba11b9/

Follow Julie Ⓙ

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehanell/About us

Welcome to She Hustles ✨ Every Friday we give you actionable tips to get unstuck and take action to create a business, side hustle or hobby you dream of.

Keywords: starting a business, tax advice, business law, company incorporation, women entrepreneurs, Cyprus tax benefits, networking tips, business strategy

Thinking of launching your business? This one legal & tax mistake could cost you everything.

In this in-person She Hustles episode recorded in Cyprus, we sit down with lawyer and tax expert Jowita Jablonska to uncover the one thing entrepreneurs often overlook when starting their business. We dive deep into choosing the right jurisdiction, the power of in-person connections, avoiding setup mistakes, and what every founder needs to know about trust, expertise, and strategy.

If you’re dreaming of building your own thing — business, side hustle or remote setup — this episode is your must-listen.

Timestamps

• 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Welcome
• 00:44 - Why In-Person Business Matters
• 02:10 - Overcoming Fear When Starting a Business
• 04:00 - Why Confidence = Knowledge
• 05:00 - The Myth of Overnight Success
• 06:10 - Importance of Knowing the Jurisdiction
• 07:50 - Power of Networking & Building Relationships
• 09:40 - Tips for Public Speaking as an Entrepreneur
• 11:20 - Is it Harder for Women in Business?
• 13:00 - Gender Bias Case Study: Ruth vs. Hank
• 15:00 - Industry Differences in Gender Experience
• 16:20 - 3 Essentials for a Successful Business
• 18:20 - How a Birthday Party Led to a Business Collab
• 19:30 - Tips for Approaching People at Events
• 21:00 - “The One Thing” to Know Before Starting a Business
• 22:00 - Why Taxes & Jurisdiction Matter
• 23:30 - Avoiding Bureaucracy: Choosing the Right Country
• 24:45 - Final Advice & Free Tax Guide Offer

Follow Jowita Jablonska 📲

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowitajablonska91/
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibccstax/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yovita_jj/
• https://www.instagram.com/ibccs.tax/
• https://www.instagram.com/nomads.cy/

Follow She Hustles 📌

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNRKjjbf4bDbL6ABgAhouVA

Follow Giulia Ⓖ

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gg.mediastudio/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gg.mediastudio
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-gasperoni-1b0ba11b9/

Follow Julie Ⓙ

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthwithjulie
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehanell/About us

Welcome to She Hustles ✨ Every Friday we give you actionable tips to get unstuck and take action to create a business, side hustle or hobby you dream of.

Get your free TAX guide here 💌

Keywords: starting a business, tax advice, business law, company incorporation, women entrepreneurs, Cyprus tax benefits, networking tips, business strategy

80% of startups fail in the first 5 years — not because of bad ideas, but because founders give up.

In this unfiltered episode, we asked ChatGPT how to build the strongest mindset possible — without toxic hustle culture or 4 a.m. wakeups. Whether you're stuck in your 9–5, building your side hustle, or trying to scale your business, this is your reset button.

You’ll learn:

• The best daily habits for building mental resilience
• Why movement matters more than motivation
• How to avoid burnout by reframing your goals
• The feedback loop that top founders never skip
• How to reconnect to your mission when you’re lost

This isn’t just mindset fluff — it’s your founder edge. According to the American Psychological Association, resilient entrepreneurs are 60% more likely to thrive in tough markets.

💬 Listen now if you want to build a business and stay sane.

TIMESTAMPS

• 00:00 – Welcome: why this topic matters
• 00:45 – Routines that build resilience
• 01:40 – Move daily: the anti-motivation method
• 02:27 – Energy & food: fuel for your brain
• 03:13 – Boundaries: cut the toxic
• 04:08 – Train your inner strength
• 04:52 – Learn new skills = momentum
• 05:40 – Goals vs. burnout
• 06:27 – Real examples of slow success
• 07:08 – Feedback loop: how to grow faster
• 09:17 – Rediscover your “why”
• 10:44 – Story method to stay inspired
• 11:30 – Outro + next episode preview

If you’re building a business and want to sell your product, ideas, or services, this conversation is a must-listen. We welcome Melinda and Diana, co-founders of Aphrodite Picnic, who share how they brought their creative business ideas to life — and sold them successfully to their target audience.

Melinda and Diana started with a wedding-focused brand but pivoted to luxury picnics, carving a unique niche in Cyprus. They reveal how they validated their idea, launched on a shoestring budget using smart marketing hacks like stock images, and booked their first clients within days.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• Conducting market research and creating a content calendar for organic growth
• The importance of targeted sales outreach and overcoming fear of cold calls
• Pricing strategies and evolving your offer based on workload and value
• How accountability between co-founders fuels motivation and consistency
• Scaling from small picnics to corporate events and the challenges of expansion
• The necessity of perseverance, discipline, and flexibility to grow your business
• Tips on building confidence and taking action, even when you don’t feel ready

Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur or exploring business ideas for 2025, Melinda and Diana’s journey is packed with actionable insights and real talk about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 – Intro: Turning an idea into a business
• 01:31 – Meet Melinda & Diana: How they met and clicked
• 03:46 – The first idea: Weddings & why it didn’t work
• 05:10 – The picnic concept is born
• 06:00 – From branding to first client in 2 days
• 07:35 – Charging €700: Their first sale
• 08:20 – Starting lean with stock images
• 09:10 – Building a website and social media presence
• 10:00 – Organic growth strategy using Google Trends
• 10:45 – Importance of content planning
• 11:30 – Paid ads vs strategic ads
• 12:30 – Why knowing your audience matters
• 13:45 – Cyprus advantage: Small community networking
• 14:30 – Sales mindset: It’s a numbers game
• 15:20 – Staying motivated during quiet months
• 16:30 – Pricing lessons: Undervaluing and scaling
• 17:45 – Winter picnics & the transparent bubble tent
• 18:40 – Building confidence through action
• 19:30 – Learning from each other as co-founders
• 20:00 – Choosing ideas aligned with your goals
• 20:50 – Scaling: From picnics to full event planning

Follow and get in touch with Aphrodite Cyprus Picnic:

• Instagram: @aphroditecypruspicnic
• Website: www.aphroditecypruspicnic.com
• LinkedIn:
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinda-bojte/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianaczn/
• https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/aphrodite-picnic-experience

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Follow Giulia Ⓖ

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gg.mediastudio/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gg.mediastudio
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-gasperoni-1b0ba11b9/

Follow Julie Ⓙ

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehanell/

About us

Welcome to She Hustles ✨ your safe space to learn about how to build a business in Europe, learnings from failures and wins and mindset tips to stay the course.

Julie and Giulia give you 4 tips to rewire negative self-talk into positive thinking when you're feeling low because you're hustling every day.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00: Introduction to Rewiring Negative Self-Talk

00:13: Importance of Self-Affirmations

00:32: Norman Deutsch's Theory on Rewiring Neuronal Paths

01:11: Breaking Habits and the Role of Self-Awareness

02:06: Techniques for Breaking Habits: The Pomodoro

Technique

03:16: Applying the Pomodoro Technique in Business

04:04: Speaker 2's Personal Techniques for Productivity

05:27: Mel Robbins' Five Seconds Rule

05:39: The Two-Minute Rule for Procrastination

06:13: Role of Self-Affirmations in Various Life Journeys

07:04: Serena Williams and the Power of Self-Affirmation

07:58: Speaking to Yourself Positively

09:00: Finding Personal Peace and Positivity

References 🔗

Norman Doidge: rewiring your neuronal paths - https://www.theguardian.com/science/2015/feb/08/norman-doidge-brain-healing-neuroplasticity-interview

Podcast Links 🎧

• Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-hustles/id1753771945
• Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pw6PNkKodENKstknEaIKS?si=88cb0f85e3d44517

Follow She Hustles 📌

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shehustles_podcast/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-hustles-pod/

Follow Giulia Ⓖ

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gg.mediastudio/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gg.mediastudio
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulia-gasperoni-1b0ba11b9/

Follow Julie Ⓙ

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthwithjulie
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehanell/

About us Welcome to She Hustles ✨ your safe space to learn about how to build a business in Europe, learnings from failures and wins and mindset tips to stay the course.