“You are here for a reason... you are here to shine your light.” 🔆 ~Karen Gunton
A Human Design aha, a birthday reflection, and a new offer that feels like the support I would want. (#413)
I’ve been having a lot of cool realizations lately, and I wanted to share one that happened just this week. It came from this fabulous Human Design training I’m taking (I’m a 6/2 Generator…iykyk 😉), where my fabulous coach, Mel, dropped this truth bomb:
“Your ideal client is you personified.”
Whew.
We were talking through why I sometimes hesitate with offers – I worry: what if I have to reschedule? What if life gets messy?
Mel asked, “Okay, but what if your client came to you and said, ‘Jess, I need to reschedule’? What would you say?”
I’d be understanding. Of course.
Because my people — the ones I love working with — are just like me.
Juggling a lot.
Doing the best they can.
Wanting flexibility, support, and understanding.
Permission to do things their way. At their pace.
Grace.
And that’s exactly the kind of support I want to offer.
For a long time, I thought I had to follow a certain path: create traditional offers, even when they didn’t really feel right for my life or my audience. (And sometimes I still get caught up in seeing what other “experts” are doing.)
But the truth is, I’m here to help you build a side hustle and keep it as a side hustle in a way that feels good.
Something gentle. Something that fits in the margins.
Something that says, “You’re not behind. You’re doing great. Let’s figure out what’s next — together.”
Which brings me to two things I’m celebrating this week…
🎂 I'm turning 44 on Monday!
And it feels less like I’m laying the groundwork for what’s next.
Getting clearer on what I want. How I want to work. What I want to build – slowly, intentionally, sustainably.
Still team baby steps 👣
🧪 I'm testing out a new offer!
(You knew an offer was coming after that intro, right? 😂)
After talking with a few readers, I kept hearing: “I just need help staying on track. A little accountability would go a long way.”
So, I’m launching an experiment called Pocket Coworking — a 5-day, Voxer-based support + accountability experience.
No Zoom calls. Just me checking in daily (Mon–Fri) to cheer you on, keep you focused, and answer questions / provide resources if you get stuck.
It’s flexible. It’s supportive. And it’s for folks who want to follow through on their plans – even when life’s lifin’.
I’m offering a few beta spots at $75.
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over to you 💭
Where in your business or work are you already building something that feels just right for you — and maybe didn’t even realize it?
That may be a clue your people will love it too. 😉
On to the picks! ✨
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#sidechat 💬
Every week this quarter, I’m posting a new thread over on Substack Chat. I’m curious if this might be a chill way to build community.
This week’s convo:
#picks 😍
🧐. Read this before you take your side hustle full-time. If you’ve ever felt torn between your 9-5 and your side hustle, or wondered if going full-time is the goal, this one’s for you. Spoiler: staying part-time doesn’t make you any less of an entrepreneur.
🏹. Sunrise on the Reaping. If you’re a Hunger Games fan, this is Haymitch’s story. I’m about 80% done and omg — it’s so sad. I forgot how much I loved Suzanne Collins' writing. I already know I’m gonna rewatch the movies with fresh eyes after this. Have you read it?
🍓. Start your day on a strawberry: 15 microhabits for calmer, healthier mornings. Tiny habits are great! Something small, and won’t take too much time. Here are a few faves from the list:
Asking yourself, “What’s today’s adventure”
Doing a micro-workout
Breakfast with a side of veggies (I cheat a little and drink this instead!)
#icymi
😍. Last issue’s top pick: How to communicate when you need to withdraw from a commitment
🌱 Side Hustle Idea Kickstart: Six bite-sized lessons. 30 minutes. One side hustle idea that fits your life. You’ll get personal feedback from me along the way—so you’re not doing it alone. 💖
#classifieds 🗞
🧾 Contract Club: all the contracts you didn’t know you needed — in one place. One-time fee. Lifetime access.
🗓️ 5 days. 5 offers. Each one disappears after 24 hours. Starts April 23. If you like tiny prices and thoughtful biz tools, keep this on your radar.
✨ Side hustle tip: Use Voicenotes to brain dump out loud. It transcribes as you speak so you can come back later and organize it all.
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#lifevibes
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