Welcome to Episode 17 of Married to the Startup! Today, we’re thrilled to introduce our very first guest, Sarah Sims, a seasoned entrepreneur and wellness consultant. With two decades of experience in HR, real estate, and consulting, Sarah shares her inspiring journey from corporate life to founding a wellness-focused business and a self-care boutique, Autumn and Joy. From combating burnout to empowering executive leaders, Sarah’s story is one of resilience, passion, and learning to navigate entrepreneurship while keeping family and wellness at the center.
Join us as we explore her path to integrating personal well-being with professional purpose, how she developed her product line, and her transition to coaching. Discover Sarah’s tips on cultivating wellness within family life, maintaining clear work-life boundaries, and creating workspaces that support focus and clarity. This episode dives deep into what it means to run a family-centered business, leverage personal gifts, and adapt to the challenges of entrepreneurship in a sustainable way.
Topics Discussed in the Episode:
- Building a family-centered business: Sarah’s journey with Autumn and Joy and her children’s role
- Managing stress, wellness, and self-care as an entrepreneur
- Integrating work-life boundaries for a healthier, more sustainable business environment
- Leadership strategies for cultivating a positive, wellness-oriented work culture
- Learning from failures and understanding market needs to create value-driven products
Connect with Sarah:
Website: Innovative Workplace Solutions for Growth
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