Ep. 5 — Embracing imperfection with Anna Brchisky

In this episode of Founder Frequency, Caitie sits down with Anna Brchisky, Founder and CEO of Bamla Agency, to explore what it really looks like to build something from the ground up, and grow alongside it. And spoiler: it rarely starts with a perfect plan. It starts with trusting your instincts, taking the next step, and learning in real time.     From starting Bamla Agency at her kitchen table to scaling it into a fast-growing agency in just a few years, Anna shares the decisions, pivots, and mindset shifts that shaped her journey, and what it looked like to keep moving forward without having everything figured out.     Together, they get into the role of self-trust and intuition in becoming a founder, why embracing imperfection is often what unlocks real growth, and how curiosity can become one of your most powerful tools for navigating uncertainty. They also explore what it means to lead without ego, build resilience through constant learning, and create something meaningful while staying true to yourself.   In this episode, we talk about: Starting Bamla Agency at the kitchen table and the early days of building from scratch Transitioning from freelancing to building a company Getting big clients early and navigating growth without a clear roadmap Why self-trust and intuition matter more than having all the answers Embracing imperfection and learning through mistakes How curiosity helps you adapt, pivot, and build resilience Letting go of ego to grow into a stronger, more grounded leader The power of valuing your own skills and expertise   Resources from the episode Learn more about Bamla Agency: website | LinkedIn Instagram: @bamla.agency Connect with Anna Brchisky on LinkedIn   Where to find us! Learn more about wednesday: website | LinkedIn Instagram: @wednesday.community Connect with Caitie on LinkedIn     📢 Don’t forget to subscribe & leave a review!   About Founder Frequency   Founder Frequency is the official podcast of wednesday. Hosted by Caitie Santo, we explore the real stories and perspectives shaping the founder ecosystem. In each episode, we talk about what it’s actually like to be part of this space—the decisions, lessons, and identity shifts that come with it, and how we can shape a more inclusive future for women and non-binary founders.