EPISODE · May 25, 2025 · 58 MIN
Ep. 152 Rachel Epps
from Hello Chaos · host Rachel Epps, Chandler Mays (Producer), Jennifer Sutton
Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Confidence is a business strategyRachel didn’t wait to “feel ready”—she trusted her gut, even when the risk felt overwhelming. Confidence wasn’t the result of success. It was the foundation.2️⃣ Collaboration beats competitionFrom staff to students to peers, Rachel built a culture where everyone grows together. You don’t have to lead alone, and you definitely shouldn’t.3️⃣ Invest in your brain, not just your businessCourses, coaching, masterminds—Rachel didn’t just build a business. She built herself into a leader. The ROI on education is real and compounding.Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Hello Chaos01:42 Rachel's Journey into Entrepreneurship03:24 The Vision Behind Arts in Motion05:20 Self-Discovery and Leadership07:11 Transitioning from Teacher to Owner10:05 Facing Challenges and Risks13:05 Myths of Business Ownership15:38 Investing in Personal Growth19:45 The Importance of Community21:10 Foundations and Storytelling in Business23:33 The Role of AI in Creativity29:12 Dreaming Big and Managing Growth32:13 The Magic Wand of Change35:26 Celebrating Future Success36:31 The Journey of Confidence39:06 Dreaming Big for the Future43:05 Trusting Your Gut46:36 Lessons from the Minority Business Accelerator55:17 Embracing the Unknown in Business🔗 Learn more about Rachel and Arts in MotionWebsite: https://www.aimspartanburg.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-epps-33125614/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aimspartanburg/ Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast platform and share it with your network. We encourage you to join our community HERE and connect with us on social media for the latest updates and more great content.Connect With Us:LinkedIn Instagram YouTube
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She didn’t set out to be a business owner. She just wanted to teach dance. But when the vision outgrew the classroom, Rachel Epps leaned into the chaos and created something the Upstate had never seen before. An all-arts space built on purpose, collaboration, and heart. Jennifer “JJ” Sutton sits down with Rachel to talk about what happens when you stop playing small and start trusting your instincts. They get into the messy transition from teacher to founder, how to lead without ego, and why building community is the real flex. Rachel opens up about betting on herself, navigating growth, and using AI as a tool not a crutch. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re ready, this is your sign
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