Hustle With Purpose Podcast

Creating a strong community around your brand involves more than just offering a product or service. It's about fostering connections, nurturing relationships, and building a sense of belonging among your customers. In today's episode, we're joined by Luvena Leslie, the proud owner and founder of The Curly Hair Salon in New Haven. Luvena details how her bold decision to create a salon specifically catered to the curly hair community allowed her to build a business with brand advocates and loyalists and how you can do the same.

About The Guest

Luvena's journey began with her own unique hair challenges as a biracial individual, which ignited her passion for hairstyling, particularly for curly hair. After becoming a licensed hairstylist in 2007, Luvena founded The Curly Hair Salon in 2011, aiming to create a welcoming space for individuals with curly hair to celebrate their natural beauty. Under her leadership, the salon has become a vibrant community hub, known for its innovative services and events like "Curlfriends in the Park." You can check out Luvena at thecurlyhairsalon.com

About Your Host

Jacinta Gandy is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in design, digital marketing, and tech. She is the founder and chief creative officer at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Social Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a comprehensive marketing agency that serves a global clientele. Jacinta is passionate about sharing her knowledge and, through her podcast, aims to dispel common myths about entrepreneurship and offer actionable advice to small business owners.

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Discover the exact process we use to craft breakthrough brands for our clients. Gain valuable insights from our founder, who has extensive experience working with industry giants like Nike, Disney, Hoka, and Coach.

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Have you ever felt lost in your marketing efforts, unsure how to connect with your audience? You're not alone. Many business owners overlook the power of brand strategy, leading to confusion, inconsistency, and missed opportunities for growth. In this episode, we're diving into a critical topic: brand strategy. You'll gain valuable insights into assessing your brand strategy needs and taking actionable steps towards clarity and success and some actionable questions and next steps you can take to finally build brand confidence.

Unlock the Branding Strategies of Billion Dollar Brands

Free Brand Strategy Course

Discover the exact process we use to craft breakthrough brands for our clients. Gain valuable insights from our founder, who has extensive experience working with industry giants like Nike, Disney, Hoka, and Coach.

https://socialcircleinc.com/brand-strategy-workbook

About Your Host

Jacinta Gandy is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in design, digital marketing, and tech. She is the founder and chief creative officer at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Social Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠, a comprehensive marketing agency that serves a global clientele. Jacinta is passionate about sharing her knowledge and, through her podcast, aims to dispel common myths about entrepreneurship and offer actionable advice to small business owners.

In this week's episode, I sit down with Brittany Anderson, the owner and founder of Adorn Headwear. Brittany tells us the compelling story of how she transformed her personal frustration—struggling to find stylish hats that fit well—into a thriving niche business. Adorn Headwear caters specifically to individuals with larger head sizes or voluminous hairstyles. Brittany opens up about the significant challenges she faced as an entrepreneur and how she successfully launched her brand despite having no prior experience in fashion or manufacturing.

About The Guest

BrittanyAnderson is the owner and founder of Adorn Headwear, a luxury hat and accessories brand specializing in extended sizing. During a 2020 trip to Palm Springs, where she struggled to find a stylish hat that could accommodate her hair comfortably in the 105-degree heat. This challenge highlighted a significant gap in the market for individuals with curls, locs, fros, or larger head sizes, who often have to choose between comfort and style. Motivated by her own experience,Brittanylaunched Adorn Headwear to ensure that style and comfort are accessible to everyone, regardless of their hair type or head size. Adorn Headwear is not just a brand; it's a movement towards inclusivity and quality in fashion.

t The Host:

Jacinta Gandy is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in design, digital marketing, and tech. She is the founder and chief creative officer at ⁠⁠⁠Social Circle⁠⁠⁠, a comprehensive marketing agency that serves a global clientele. Jacinta is passionate about sharing her knowledge and, through her podcast, aims to dispel common myths about entrepreneurship and offer actionable advice to small business owners.

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In this episode of "Hustle With Purpose," we're diving into the often overlooked complexities of raising your prices. While charging more might seem like a straightforward boost to your bottom line, there are hidden challenges and costs that can impact your business and client relationships. We'll explore what happens when you "reset" your pricing structure, the delicate balance of adding value versus maintaining profitability, and the implications of a longer sales cycle. Join us as we uncover the strategic considerations every small business owner needs to think about before deciding to "know their worth plus add tax."

About The Host:

Jacinta Gandy is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in design, digital marketing, and tech. She is the founder and chief creative officer at ⁠⁠Social Circle⁠⁠, a comprehensive marketing agency that serves a global clientele. Jacinta is passionate about sharing her knowledge and, through her podcast, aims to dispel common myths about entrepreneurship and offer actionable advice to small business owners.

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Marina Mentzel is the visionary founder and CEO of urSwim, leading the way in revolutionizing the aquatics management industry. With a deep passion for swim instruction, lifeguard staffing, pool management, and first aid courses, Marina's dynamic leadership has propelled urSwim to the forefront of water safety and education.Some of Marina's accomplishments include:

• Completed over 50,000 swim lessons, serving more than 1,500 students each season
• Graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Business Program and Tory Burch Foundation Fellow
• Secured second place in the Carolina Challenge Venture Pitch competition
• Sought-after speaker at entrepreneurial panels and events and active advocate for small businesses

Marina's dedication extends beyond her professional life. As a devoted mother, she understands the importance of water safety for families and is committed to creating a future where every child can confidently navigate the water.

Welcome back to the NEW and REVAMPED Hustle With Purpose—and what a ride it’s going to be! I’m Jacinta Gandy, diving headfirst to shake up the entrepreneurial world. We’re challenging the myths that have long obscured the true essence of being your own boss. This electrifying comeback episode is all about cutting through the noise to reveal the raw, unfiltered realities behind the allure of instant success. With my stories and experiences, get ready for an exhilarating journey that dismantles illusions and lays bare the heart and soul of real entrepreneurial success.

This episode isn’t just a conversation; it’s a movement. Whether you're a trailblazer ready to defy the odds or a seasoned entrepreneur in search of inspiration, you’ll find insights, laughter, and those aha moments that will compel you to see your business journey in a whole new light. So, buckle up and prepare for an unforgettable ride into the truths that will redefine what it means to hustle with purpose. Your entrepreneurial spirit is about to get the spark it’s been waiting for!

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Produced by: https://socialcircleinc.com/

Ever look at your website and think, 'Am I missing something?' Yeah, you're not the only one. Some sites are all glitz and no guts. So, why is that? In this episode, we're chatting about how to truly optimize your website for more leads. We'll get into the nitty-gritty of what makes a site not just look good, but work hard for you. If you're a business owner wanting your website to pull its weight, this one's for you.

Ever feel the itch to give your brand a new look every season? Think twice! Dive into this episode where we reveal why consistent branding is more than just about a pretty logo. From Uber's ride-sharing revolution to the comforting aroma in every Starbucks store, discover the hidden strength of brand cohesion. Learn how it builds trust, enhances recognition, and fosters customer loyalty. Whether you're thinking of a rebrand or just starting out, get insider insights on making brand cohesion your business's secret weapon.

What better way to face life? With all the ups and downs and twisty roads along the way it’s important to have gumption.

Today we are joined by Kim Breiland, a certified Integrative Nutrition Health and Life Coach. Kim shared with us how she works with entrepreneurs that want to be successful in life AND business. Kim helps individuals feel better, release fear, insecurity, & doubt, and live a life of purpose and passion. 

Episode Highlights

02:09 - Kim’s early entrepreneurial journey and how she started her business

04:18 - The 3 C’s that allow you to achieve your goals in life 

13:04 - Kim’s different approach in helping her clients

19:30 - The importance of self-awareness and it helps you achieve your goals

About Kim

Kim is a certified Life Coach who works with entrepreneurs that want to be successful in life AND business. Kim helps individuals feel better, release fear, insecurity, & doubt, and live a life of purpose and passion. The Gumption Life provides coaching, training, & workshops that give you a blueprint for living a life of courage, boldness, & audacity.

Learn more about Kim and her business The Gumption Life, you may check their website https://thegumptionlife.com/

Connect with Kim as well

Instagram >> @thegumptionlife

Facebook >> @TheGumptionLife

Twitter >> @thegumptionlife

Pinterest >> The Gumption Life

More About Your Host

Jacinta Gandy is passionate about small business and a champion of women’s entrepreneurship. She’s the founder of Social Circle, a full-service creative studio specializing in bold, beautiful branding and web design for driven women entrepreneurs. Are you ready to harness the power of brand strategy for your brand? Download our FREE Brand Strategy workbook. 

You can learn more about Jacinta at

– socialcircleinc.com

– Follow on IG at jacinta_gandy

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review the Hustle With Purpose Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher and other podcast platforms available to you. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated.

For detailed show notes please go to socialcircleinc.com/podcast.

What better way to face life? With all the ups and downs and twisty roads along the way it’s important to have gumption.

Today we are joined by Kim Breiland, a certified Integrative Nutrition Health and Life Coach. Kim shared with us how she works with entrepreneurs that want to be successful in life AND business. Kim helps individuals feel better, release fear, insecurity, & doubt, and live a life of purpose and passion. 

Episode Highlights

02:09 - Kim’s early entrepreneurial journey and how she started her business

04:18 - The 3 C’s that allow you to achieve your goals in life 

13:04 - Kim’s different approach in helping her clients

19:30 - The importance of self-awareness and it helps you achieve your goals

About Kim

Kim is a certified Life Coach who works with entrepreneurs that want to be successful in life AND business. Kim helps individuals feel better, release fear, insecurity, & doubt, and live a life of purpose and passion. The Gumption Life provides coaching, training, & workshops that give you a blueprint for living a life of courage, boldness, & audacity.

Learn more about Kim and her business The Gumption Life, you may check their website https://thegumptionlife.com/

Connect with Kim as well

Instagram >> @thegumptionlife

Facebook >> @TheGumptionLife

Twitter >> @thegumptionlife

Pinterest >> The Gumption Life

More About Your Host

Jacinta Gandy is passionate about small business and a champion of women’s entrepreneurship. She’s the founder of Social Circle, a full-service creative studio specializing in bold, beautiful branding and web design for driven women entrepreneurs. Are you ready to harness the power of brand strategy for your brand? Download our FREE Brand Strategy workbook. 

You can learn more about Jacinta at

– socialcircleinc.com

– Follow on IG at jacinta_gandy

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review the Hustle With Purpose Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher and other podcast platforms available to you. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated.

For detailed show notes please go to socialcircleinc.com/podcast.