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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 1H 8M

845. The TOP Business Lessons We Learned From 10 Years of Building Almost 30

from Almost 30 · host Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik

Want the inside scoop on building a purpose-driven business from scratch—and learning about yourself along the way? In this episode, Krista + Lindsey share the real lessons, messy moments, and powerful mindset shifts that guided them through 10 years of running Almost 30.  Ahead, K+L open up about balancing feminine creativity with masculine structure + how to avoid getting lost in comparison culture. Plus, they reveal their best strategies for pushing past rejection, honoring your strengths, and keeping your vision aligned with your personal evolution.  If you’re looking to launch something meaningful, this is your roadmap. We also talk about: The essential link between nervous system regulation + sustainable business growth   Real talk on failures: why getting a “no” each week can fuel your next breakthrough   Delegating like a CEO—how to lean into your strengths + let go of what drains you   The truth about networking + why genuine connections beat forced mingling   Why embracing risk + being “the first” is a game-changer for women in business   Communication hacks for team building + conscious leadership   How to stay rooted in your why as your business (+ life) evolves   Mastering boundaries + balancing hustle with self-care   Lessons learned from launches, merch lines, retreats, and more   The importance of investing in mentorship, masterminds, and your own support system  Resources: Instagram: @lindseysimcik Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book.  Sponsors: Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30. Paleovalley | Head to https://www.paleovalley.com/almost30 for 15% off your order! Our Place | Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 10% off sitewide.  Fatty15 | Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://www.fatty15.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 at checkout.  Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your next order. Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. My listeners get 25% off your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30.  Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://hero.co and use code ALMOST30 at checkout. Gaia | On https://www.gaia.com, you get access to over 8,000 original, ad-free series, documentaries, and classes — along with a global community of more than 800,000 people exploring deeper truth and human potential. Revolve | Shop at https://www.REVOLVE.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: https://almost30.com/about https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose https://almost30.com/book Join our community: https://facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want the inside scoop on building a purpose-driven business from scratch—and learning about yourself along the way? In this episode, Krista + Lindsey share the real lessons, messy moments, and powerful mindset shifts that guided them through 10 years of running Almost 30.  Ahead, K+L open up about balancing feminine creativity with masculine structure + how to avoid getting lost in comparison culture. Plus, they reveal their best strategies for pushing past rejection, honoring your strengths, and keeping your vision aligned with your personal evolution.  If you’re looking to launch something meaningful, this is your roadmap. We also talk about: The essential link between nervous system regulation + sustainable business growth   Real talk on failures: why getting a “no” each week can fuel your next breakthrough   Delegating like a CEO—how to lean into your strengths + let go of what drains you   The truth about networking + why genuine connections beat forced mingling   Why embracing risk + being “the first” is a game-changer for women in business   Communication hacks for team building + conscious leadership   How to stay rooted in your why as your business (+ life) evolves   Mastering boundaries + balancing hustle with self-care   Lessons learned from launches, merch lines, retreats, and more   The importance of investing in mentorship, masterminds, and your own support system  Resources: Instagram: @lindseysimcik Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book.  Sponsors: Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30. Paleovalley | Head to https://www.paleovalley.com/almost30 for 15% off your order! Our Place | Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 10% off sitewide.  Fatty15 | Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://www.fatty15.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 at checkout.  Ka’Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your next order. Ritual | Don’t settle for less than evidence-based support. My listeners get 25% off your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30.  Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://hero.co and use code ALMOST30 at checkout. Gaia | On https://www.gaia.com, you get access to over 8,000 original, ad-free series, documentaries, and classes — along with a global community of more than 800,000 people exploring deeper truth and human potential. Revolve | Shop at https://www.REVOLVE.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: https://almost30.com/about https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose https://almost30.com/book Join our community: https://facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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