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When Plans Change: Finding Faith, Purpose, and New Beginnings with Lacey Gebo
Some doors close gently. Others slam and echo. Either way, God wastes nothing—and today’s story is proof.
I met Lacey Gebo back in 2019, and from day one there was this instant sister–energy—faith, ambition, and a shared love for building something bigger than ourselves. I’ve watched her lead boldly through co-owning a salon at 23, walking away from toxicity, almost stepping into a “dream” role, and then—after a plot twist—founding LG Education and an assistant program that changed lives.
This conversation isn’t just about business. It’s about identity, leadership, motherhood, and the quiet decisions no one sees—prayer before action, choosing integrity over comfort, and trusting the pivot when the plan falls apart.
Key Themes + Takeaways
Roots + resilience: The values Lacey was raised with—work ethic, accountability, and family-as-home—still anchor how she leads and mothers.
Courage to leave: She walked away from a toxic environment and the illusion of “the perfect next step,” even when it cost her.
Rebuild in real time: Disappointment became direction. A lost opportunity became LG Education—built fast, refined in the open, and grounded in service.
Growth with integrity: Rapid momentum invites imposter feelings; staying close to the why and the people she serves keeps the work honest.
Faith first, always: Daily connection to God reframes hardship from catastrophe to formation. Staying “charged” changes how we carry the hard.
Our Favorite Quotes
“Don’t ask for feedback if you’re not going to take it.”
“Home is my people—that’s what I carry into every season.”
“I walked away before I knew what I was walking into.”
“Rapid growth is exciting, but faces and families keep me grounded.”
“When I stay connected to God, the hard things don’t disappear—they just don’t define me.”
Chapter Markers
00:00 — The sister connection: why Lacey feels like family and why this story matters.
04:07 — Roots that raised a leader: upbringing, values, and the work ethic that still guides her.
08:53 — Early shockwaves: the “figure it out” season that forged resilience.
14:06 — Co-owning at 23: lessons from structure, standards, and when to walk away.
20:08 — Rebuilding & the California training: community, craft, and finding her lane.
24:03 — Dallas, a canceled convention, and a bigger vision: the Airbnb classroom and a seed for LG Education.
28:29 — When the ‘dream role’ turns: advocacy, heartbreak, and a holy redirection.
30:48 — Beta to movement: the assistant program catches fire—refining on the fly.
33:00 — Imposter edges: momentum, responsibility, and staying human.
36:59 — Faith that fuels: daily practices, worship, and leading from overflow.
43:30 — Blessing the pivots: honoring the journey and what’s next.
Your Turn
This week’s quiet check-in: Where are you being invited to release a “good plan” so God can build the right one?
Journal or pray through this: What would staying connected—fully charged—look like for me this week (word, worship, rest, or one simple act of obedience)?
💛 Let’s Stay Connected
I really do mean it when I say: my DMs are always open.
✨ Got a story to share? A moment that hit home? Slide in anytime.
Here’s where to find me and go deeper:
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jessica_hustleandheartsalon/
Podcast blog → https://hustleandheartsalon.com/blog/
Salon home → https://hustleandheartsalon.com/
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By Jessica MatteviSome doors close gently. Others slam and echo. Either way, God wastes nothing—and today’s story is proof.
I met Lacey Gebo back in 2019, and from day one there was this instant sister–energy—faith, ambition, and a shared love for building something bigger than ourselves. I’ve watched her lead boldly through co-owning a salon at 23, walking away from toxicity, almost stepping into a “dream” role, and then—after a plot twist—founding LG Education and an assistant program that changed lives.
This conversation isn’t just about business. It’s about identity, leadership, motherhood, and the quiet decisions no one sees—prayer before action, choosing integrity over comfort, and trusting the pivot when the plan falls apart.
Key Themes + Takeaways
Roots + resilience: The values Lacey was raised with—work ethic, accountability, and family-as-home—still anchor how she leads and mothers.
Courage to leave: She walked away from a toxic environment and the illusion of “the perfect next step,” even when it cost her.
Rebuild in real time: Disappointment became direction. A lost opportunity became LG Education—built fast, refined in the open, and grounded in service.
Growth with integrity: Rapid momentum invites imposter feelings; staying close to the why and the people she serves keeps the work honest.
Faith first, always: Daily connection to God reframes hardship from catastrophe to formation. Staying “charged” changes how we carry the hard.
Our Favorite Quotes
“Don’t ask for feedback if you’re not going to take it.”
“Home is my people—that’s what I carry into every season.”
“I walked away before I knew what I was walking into.”
“Rapid growth is exciting, but faces and families keep me grounded.”
“When I stay connected to God, the hard things don’t disappear—they just don’t define me.”
Chapter Markers
00:00 — The sister connection: why Lacey feels like family and why this story matters.
04:07 — Roots that raised a leader: upbringing, values, and the work ethic that still guides her.
08:53 — Early shockwaves: the “figure it out” season that forged resilience.
14:06 — Co-owning at 23: lessons from structure, standards, and when to walk away.
20:08 — Rebuilding & the California training: community, craft, and finding her lane.
24:03 — Dallas, a canceled convention, and a bigger vision: the Airbnb classroom and a seed for LG Education.
28:29 — When the ‘dream role’ turns: advocacy, heartbreak, and a holy redirection.
30:48 — Beta to movement: the assistant program catches fire—refining on the fly.
33:00 — Imposter edges: momentum, responsibility, and staying human.
36:59 — Faith that fuels: daily practices, worship, and leading from overflow.
43:30 — Blessing the pivots: honoring the journey and what’s next.
Your Turn
This week’s quiet check-in: Where are you being invited to release a “good plan” so God can build the right one?
Journal or pray through this: What would staying connected—fully charged—look like for me this week (word, worship, rest, or one simple act of obedience)?
💛 Let’s Stay Connected
I really do mean it when I say: my DMs are always open.
✨ Got a story to share? A moment that hit home? Slide in anytime.
Here’s where to find me and go deeper:
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jessica_hustleandheartsalon/
Podcast blog → https://hustleandheartsalon.com/blog/
Salon home → https://hustleandheartsalon.com/