EPISODE · May 25, 2025 · 58 MIN
Ep. 152 Rachel Epps
from Hello Chaos · host Rachel Epps, Jennifer Sutton, Chandler Mays (Producer)
Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Confidence is a business strategy Rachel 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 competition From 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 business Courses, coaching, masterminds—Rachel didn’t just build a business. She built herself into a leader. The ROI on education is real and compounding. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Hello Chaos 01:42 Rachel's Journey into Entrepreneurship 03:24 The Vision Behind Arts in Motion 05:20 Self-Discovery and Leadership 07:11 Transitioning from Teacher to Owner 10:05 Facing Challenges and Risks 13:05 Myths of Business Ownership 15:38 Investing in Personal Growth 19:45 The Importance of Community 21:10 Foundations and Storytelling in Business 23:33 The Role of AI in Creativity 29:12 Dreaming Big and Managing Growth 32:13 The Magic Wand of Change 35:26 Celebrating Future Success 36:31 The Journey of Confidence 39:06 Dreaming Big for the Future 43:05 Trusting Your Gut 46:36 Lessons from the Minority Business Accelerator 55:17 Embracing the Unknown in Business 🔗 Learn more about Rachel and Arts in Motion Website: 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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