Starting a business can feel exciting, overwhelming, and scary all at once, especially when you’re building it alongside a full-time job.

In this episode of the Wise and Well-thy Podcast, we’re talking about taking the leap before everything feels perfect, setting boundaries early, and avoiding burnout in the very beginning stages of business.

I’m joined by Amy Evans, interior designer and founder of Home by Amy Evans, who shares what it’s really like to build a business while still working full-time.

In this episode, we cover:

• Starting before you feel “ready”
• Putting yourself out there early without burning out
• Setting boundaries while juggling a job and a growing business
• Letting go of nonstop hustle
• Advice for anyone quietly building something on the side

If you’re in the early stages of building a business or thinking about taking the leap, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and remember: you don’t have to have it all figured out to get started.

Connect with Amy:

IG: @home.by_amy_evans

Website: Homebyamyevans.com

Email: info@homebyamyevans.com

Connect with Emily:

IG: @nourishedwithemily

Website: Nourishedwithemily.com

Email: Emily@nourishedwithemily.com

Jen Dixon founded Clean Slate Cleaning Service in 2019 after her corporate marketing position was "eliminated" while she was on maternity leave. What initially felt like an ending became a powerful beginning. Jen took a cleaning job after rebelling from her career. She found comfort in cleaning and was able to be mindful of her thoughts rather than be distracted by them. As Jen discovered firsthand how a clean, organized space brought her mental clarity and emotional relief, she realized she wasn’t alone in needing that support. Now, Jen is scaling her business and stepping fully into her next chapter of growth.

In this conversation, we’ll explore themes like starting over with a clean slate, navigating life as a single working mom, and using lived compassion as a way to be in service to others. Jen believes many of us are quietly drowning—and that there is absolutely no shame in asking for help.

She credits much of her success to referrals, community, and activating her existing network, showing how reputation, relationships, and integrity can fuel sustainable growth. Through her skills, resilience, and deep compassion, Jen has become the WO-man in her life and in her business—and she’s helping others breathe easier along the way.

Ebony hosted Allison & Ebony for a reflection on 2025 and a vision for the new year. The group considers questions like - What if every Monday was like New Year's? What were the rose & thorn of the past year? What is your desired mindset? And, lastly, 'How do you define HEALTH?'

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