Hustle With Purpose Podcast

About Your Host

Jacinta Gandy is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in design, digital marketing, and tech. She is the founder and chief creative officer at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Social Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a comprehensive marketing agency that serves a global clientele. Jacinta is passionate about sharing her knowledge and, through her podcast, aims to dispel common myths about entrepreneurship and offer actionable advice to small ...

Creating a strong community around your brand involves more than just offering a product or service. It's about fostering connections, nurturing relationships, and building a sense of belonging among your customers. In today's episode, we're joined by Luvena Leslie, the proud owner and founder of The Curly Hair Salon in New Haven. Luvena details how her bold decision to create a salon specifically catered to the curly h...

Have you ever felt lost in your marketing efforts, unsure how to connect with your audience? You're not alone. Many business owners overlook the power of brand strategy, leading to confusion, inconsistency, and missed opportunities for growth. In this episode, we're diving into a critical topic: brand strategy. You'll gain valuable insights into assessing your brand strategy needs and taking actionable steps towards cla...

In this week's episode, I sit down with Brittany Anderson, the owner and founder of Adorn Headwear. Brittany tells us the compelling story of how she transformed her personal frustration—struggling to find stylish hats that fit well—into a thriving niche business. Adorn Headwear caters specifically to individuals with larger head sizes or voluminous hairstyles. Brittany opens up about the significant challenges she faced as an ...

In this episode of "Hustle With Purpose," we're diving into the often overlooked complexities of raising your prices. While charging more might seem like a straightforward boost to your bottom line, there are hidden challenges and costs that can impact your business and client relationships. We'll explore what happens when you "reset" your pricing structure, the delicate balance of adding value versus ma...

In this episode of Hustle with Purpose, Jacinta Gandy interviews Marina Mentzel the innovative entrepreneur with a mission to transform aquatic safety and education through her company, urSwim. They explore Marina's strategic decision to expand her venture by franchising, providing listeners with valuable advice on how to start and grow a successful franchise.

Marina recounts her unexpected shift from pursuing a career in ...

In this episode of Hustle with Purpose, Jacinta Gandy gets real about the journey of being a small business owner and entrepreneur. She tackles the myths of overnight success head-on, breaking down the illusions of easy wins to uncover the hard work and persistence that truly drive success. The episode has sparked a lot of talk, showing just how much buzz can be generated when someone challenges the usual success stories we hear so...