Pricing is one of the trickiest parts of running a business. Whether you’re a solopreneur trying not to undercharge, or a growing company trying to stay competitive, pricing goes far beyond numbers, it’s strategy, perception, and customer psychology.
In this episode of Managed Chaos, Katrina and Rachel tackle the art (and science) of pricing. They dig into how to price your products or services strategically, when to adjust, and why pricing is a living, evolving strategy that should grow with your business.
You’ll learn:
• The fundamentals of pricing for solopreneurs and startups
• How to balance cost, value, and customer perception
• What big brands can teach us about flexible pricing
• Why listening to your customers helps you find your “sweet spot”
As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
👥 Connect with us:
Rachel Anderson — https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelandersonpivot/
Katrina Purcell — https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🌐 Visit us at www.managedchaospod.com
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This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Rachel Anderson and Katrina Purcell dig into the biggest headlines shaping the startup world — from the recent AWS outage to what the Q3 2025 venture capital report reveals about where the money’s really going.
They unpack the growing concentration of funding in AI, what it means for non-AI startups, and how founders can build sustainable growth strategies in an unpredictable market.
Rachel and Katrina also share Q4 predictions and practical advice for navigating shifting investor priorities and market confidence.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ What the AWS outage revealed about business resilience
✔️ Why VC funding is up — but only for a few big players
✔️ How non-AI startups can stay competitive
✔️ The importance of sustainable, customer-driven growth
✔️ Smart moves for founders heading into Q4
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website:www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:Rachel Anderson — https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leaderKatrina Purcell — https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
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This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Katrina Purcell sits down with Daisy Onubogu, a creative operator, community-builder, and systems thinker who has led teams across tech, venture capital, hospitality, and nonprofits.Daisy shares how she builds lightweight playbooks to bring clarity to chaos, drawing from her experiences leading VIP speaker acquisition at Web Summit, building global community operations at Roam, investing and supporting founders at Backed VC, and leading People Ops at RoomPriceGenie. Today, she’s the architect behind Symphony Collective/TRIBE Festival and host of the Strange Life podcast, where she translates messy human complexity into simple, repeatable practices.Together, Katrina and Daisy unpack how curiosity, creativity, and stakeholder engagement shape effective playbooks, and why the best ones are experienced, not just documented.💡 Highlights:✔️ Why curiosity is the first step in chaos management✔️ Building playbooks that evolve with your team✔️ Balancing structure and creativity in operations✔️ Keeping people, not processes, at the center✔️ How to turn ambiguity into simple, actionable steps🎧 Listen to Daisy🎙️ Strange Life Podcast Hub: https://strangelifepod.com🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3y7c6mC05uQqQvZxStrangeLife▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrangeLifePodcast📰 Substack Newsletter: https://strangelife.substack.com💼 Connect with Daisy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisyonubogu🎤 Speaking & Media Inquiries: https://msha.ke/daisyveraonubogu🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website:www.themanagedchaospodcast.com👥 Connect on LinkedIn:Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leaderKatrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.✨ Special Offer from Pobl.io Outsourcing US tech talent shouldn’t be a challenge. With pobl.io You’ll get high-quality teams on demand and enjoy huge cost savings for your business. Try it now at pobl.io. Mention the amazing Managed Chaos when you email us and get a free market data report. 📧 Contact: contact@pobl.io
This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Rachel Anderson sits down with Jasz Joseph to discuss one of the biggest blind spots in business: pipeline visibility.
From misaligned sales and marketing teams to disconnected data and lost revenue, they unpack how better visibility, automation, and CRM integration can transform the way your business makes decisions. Jasz shares actionable strategies for creating alignment, tracking the right KPIs, and using data to drive growth, not chaos.
If you’re a startup founder, sales leader, or marketer trying to get your teams on the same page and your numbers in line, this episode is packed with practical insights you can use today.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ Why pipeline visibility is the key to sustainable revenue growth
✔️ Breaking down silos between sales and marketing
✔️ How to use KPIs that actually move the needle
✔️ Smart automation tips that save time and money
✔️ Why connecting your CRM tools builds long-term efficiency
Connect With Our Guest:
https://www.jaszrae.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaszjoseph/
Visit the Managed Chaos website:
www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell | https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
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This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson dive into one of the most misunderstood startup concepts, the difference between a Minimally Viable Product (MVP) and a Minimally Lovable Product (MLP).
They unpack how customer feedback can transform your product from “barely working” to “deeply resonating,” and share practical strategies for collecting, interpreting, and acting on feedback that actually moves your business forward.
If you’re building a product, testing an idea, or iterating your next big launch, this episode is packed with tactical advice on how to focus on core problems, not just features, and how to fall in love with the process of iteration.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ The difference between MVP and MLP
✔️ How to craft actionable customer feedback questions
✔️ Why negative feedback is gold (not a gut punch)
✔️ Focusing on the core problem your product solves
✔️ How iteration leads to true product-market fit
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website:
www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson — https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell — https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
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In this episode of Managed Chaos, host KatrinaPurcell sits down with Carrie Sporer, co-founder of SWAIR, a clean haircare brand built for active individuals. They dive into the parallels between marathons and entrepreneurship, from grueling setbacks to resilience required to keep moving forward.
Carrie shares her startup journey, including launching a brand during the pandemic, overcoming major productdevelopment challenges, and how asking the right questions opened unexpected doors. Together, Katrina and Carrie explore the messy but rewarding path of personalgrowth, resilience, and women in the business world.
✨What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
· How serious setbacks can create powerful redirections
· Why asking questions is a superpower in business
· The role of vulnerability and resilience in growth
· How personal needs inspire product innovation
· Why community support and flexibility are key for founders
🔗 Connect with Carrie Sporer:
· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carriesporer/
· Website: https://www.swairhair.com
🔗 Connect with the Hosts:
· Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
· Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
· Managed Chaos: https://www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
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This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson dig into one of the biggest challenges for startups: finding engineering talent. They break down the concept of nearshoring and why it can be a game-changing strategy for scaling teams.
From avoiding time zone headaches to saving on costs and tapping into new tech hubs, this episode unpacks the practical steps founders can take to build nearshore teams that actually work. Plus, they call out the biggest mistakes startups make when hiring globally, and how to avoid them.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ What nearshoring really means (and why it matters)
✔️ How time zones impact collaboration and productivity
✔️ The cost efficiency of nearshore hiring vs. offshore
✔️ Common mistakes startups make when building nearshore teams
✔️ Practical steps to test the process with a small pilot team
✔️ Why communication and cultural alignment are the real keys to success
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
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This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Katrina Purcell sits down with PR strategist and thought leadership expert Lexie Smith to talk about the power of executive branding. From building a strong personal brand to understanding the ROI of putting yourself out there, Lexie shares practical strategies and case studies that show why storytelling and self-awareness are at the heart of lasting impact.
Whether you’re a founder, leader, or executive, this conversation will help you rethink how branding yourself can open doors, build trust, and drive business growth.
💬 If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out in a crowded market or why personal branding matters as much as your product, this episode is for you.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ Why having a plan is the foundation of personal branding
✔️ The role of self-awareness in building your brand
✔️ Common pitfalls leaders face when branding themselves
✔️ How storytelling makes your brand relatable and engaging
✔️ Case studies showing ROI on executive branding
✔️ Why investors often back the entrepreneur, not just the product
🔗 Connect with Lexi Smith:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexie-smith-pr/
Website: https://growthmodeon.com/
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson dive into the messy, magical world of ideation. From those sparks of inspiration to the all-consuming excitement of new business ideas, they unpack how to thrive in the ideation stage and when it’s time to shift toward execution.
Whether you’re brainstorming your first startup or iterating on your tenth, this episode is packed with practical insights on creativity, collaboration, and validation, the building blocks of turning ideas into reality.
Highlights:
✔️ How regular “boredom walks” fuel creativity
✔️ Signs you’re in the ideation stage (and why that’s powerful)
✔️ Why collaboration makes ideas stronger
✔️ The role of validation in moving toward execution
✔️ Why it’s okay to let go of ideas that don’t stick
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:Rachel Anderson:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leaderKatrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Rachel Anderson and Katrina Purcell unpack a recent MIT report on generative AI that revealed a staggering stat: 95% of AIdeployments deliver no measurable return.
What does this mean for small businesses, startups, and leaders trying to adopt AI into their workflows? Rachel andKatrina explores the challenges, opportunities, and messy realities of integrating AI into business. From treating AI like an intern that needs training, to why pilot projects often fail, to the rise of employee-driven AI usage outside company policies, this episode is a roadmap for leaders who want to harness AI without getting lost in the hype.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ What small businesses can learn from failed AI pilots
✔️ Why AI isn’t replacing jobs, but can handle mundane tasks
✔️ The growing need for clear AI policies in companies
✔️ How education and leadership must adapt to AI’s rise
✔️ Why AI adoption follows an S curve — and what that means for you
🌐 Visit the ManagedChaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos Podcast, Rachel Anderson sits down with Raven O'Neal to unpack the realities ofstartup chaos, from networking and co-founding to funding, mental health, and building an authentic communitysupport.
Raven has dedicated her career to helping womenentrepreneurs thrive. Through strategic guidance and ecosystem-building, she’s helped women-led startups secure over $100M in funding and supported more than300 founders in navigating growth. She is also the founder of the Hacking the Patriarchy Podcast (a platformchallenging systemic barriers), Fem-Led News (amplifying women’s business narratives), and Startup Women NC (a community for North Carolina women entrepreneurs).
Together, Rachel and Raven explore the importance of creating a personal board of advisors, prioritizing tasks thatgenerate revenue quickly, and the necessity of protecting mental health while building a business.
💡 Key Takeaways
✔️Networking can lead to meaningful connections
✔️Mental health is crucial for startup success
✔️Community support provides valuable resources
✔️Funding alleviates stress and enables growth
✔️A personal board of advisors can change the game
✔️Chaos is part of the entrepreneurial journey
🔗 Connect with Raven O’Neal:
Website: https://savvygal.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravenroneal/
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get towork.
Growth hacking isn’t just for Silicon Valley unicorns — your startup can do it too.
In this week’s episode of the Managed Chaos podcast, Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson reveal how to use creativity, data, and speed to fuel business growth without burning through your budget.
From legendary wins like Hotmail and Airbnb to real-life lessons learned from experiments gone wrong, you’ll hear exactly what works, what doesn’t, and how to adapt it to your own company.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ The mindset shift that separates growth hacking from traditional marketing
✔️ How to leverage free or low cost tools for maximum impact
✔️ Why community platforms like Reddit can spark innovation
✔️ The value of building in public to attract customers early
✔️ How to test and validate growth ideas quickly
✔️ Making data driven decisions without slowing down creativity
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos podcast, Rachel Anderson and Katrina Purcell tackle one of the most pressing topics in today’s business world: remote and hybrid team management. As more companies navigate flexible work environments, leaders are faced with a new set of challenges around communication, accountability, and culture-building.From hybrid work disparities to remote onboarding strategies, this episode dives deep into how founders and managers can adapt traditional leadership practices to meet the demands of a distributed workforce—without losing productivity or team cohesion.💬 Whether you're scaling a startup or leading a seasoned team, this conversation is packed with insights to help you lead more effectively, from anywhere.💡 Highlights:✔️ 95% of management can be remote—if you do it right✔️ Hybrid work requires intentionality to avoid team imbalances✔️ Culture doesn’t need four walls to thrive✔️ Tools + feedback loops = remote alignment success🎧 Listen in for tactical advice on making remote leadership work—for you and your team.🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com👥 Connect on LinkedIn:Rachel Anderson: linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leaderKatrina Purcell: linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell🎙 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos podcast, Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson delve into what it truly takes for startups to expand globally. From Animaniacs flashbacks to the challenges of localization, this episode is all about building brands that scale, without losing your identity.They explore lessons from companies like Notion, Wise, and Duolingo, breaking down what founders need to know about cultural nuance, market selection, and planning for growth before it happens. If you’re thinking internationally, this is your playbook.💬 Whether you’re just launching or looking to expand into new markets, this episode is packed with real talk, innovative strategies, and startup humor.💡 Highlights:✔️ Why your brand needs to speak without words✔️ The difference between translation and true localization✔️ How to plan for global scale from day one✔️ Tools that make international expansion smoother✔️ The mindset shift that separates startup survivors from the rest🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com👥 Connect on LinkedIn:Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leaderKatrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos podcast, Katrina Purcell sits down with serial entrepreneur and strategic investor KK Hart to talk all things growth, chaos, and ownership. Known for her work in the wellness and fitness industries, KK shares how she evaluates investment opportunities, builds client-first businesses, and manages both the personal and professional messiness that comes with scaling.
From client retention strategies to redefining what success looks like, this conversation is packed with practical insights and powerful mindset shifts for anyone navigating the "messy middle" of business.
💬 Whether you're bootstrapping your first idea, scaling a second business, or trying to regain balance, KK's holistic approach is a must-hear.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ How to win at client acquisition and retention without burnout
✔️ Why KK believes in ownership over exits
✔️ Marketing strategies that actually move the needle
✔️ What investors really look for in the wellness industry
✔️ Tools for managing chaos while growing revenue
🔗 Connect with our guest:
Website: https://www.kkhart.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kkhart/
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👥 Connect on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/
🎧 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos podcast, Rachel and Katrina tackle the unspoken truths of networking in today's startup world. From awkward coffee shop mix-ups to the overwhelming number of networking DMs flooding your inbox, they break down how to make authentic connections that actually matter.
Whether you're gearing up for Tech Week, constantly being invited to new founder groups, or just trying to build meaningful relationships, this episode is for you.
💬 They cover the do's, the don'ts, and the power of saying "no thanks" to the wrong room.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ What "networking burnout" really looks like
✔️ Why your purpose matters more than your pitch
✔️ Strategies for building a long game, not just quick wins
✔️ When to say yes—and when to send that invite straight to archive
✔️ How giving, not getting, is the secret to lasting connections
🔗 Connect with us on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.themanagedchaospodcast.com
👉 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
In this episode of Managed Chaos, Katrina Purcell sits down with SEO expert Meg Clarke to explore how artificial intelligence is shaking up everything we know about search engines and digital marketing. From the death of traditional SEO to the rise of immersive online experiences, this conversation is your crash course in what’s changing, what’s next, and how to keep your business ahead of the curve.
Meg shares why businesses must adapt to AI-powered search, how to keep your voice human in a tech-driven world, and why progress beats perfection when navigating tech trends.
💬 Whether you're a founder, marketer, or just wondering if your website is ready for the future—this episode will give you the tools (and laughs) to take action.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ AI is rewriting the rules of how we find and interact with online content
✔️ SEO isn’t dead—but it’s not what it used to be
✔️ Clear, engaging websites are more important than ever
✔️ You can’t afford to ignore AI—but you can still be yourself
✔️ Banana pants.
🔗 Connect with Meg Clarke
Website: Clapping Dog Media
Search Party: SEO Reimagined
LinkedIn: Meg Clarke
🔗 Connect with us on LinkedIn
Rachel Anderson: linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.managedchaospodcast.com
Automate or Stagnate? Marketing Automation Without the Burnout
In this episode of Managed Chaos, Katrina and Rachel tackle one of the most overwhelming (and misunderstood) aspects of modern entrepreneurship: marketing automation. Whether you’re new to automation or knee-deep in spreadsheets and email templates, this one’s for you.
They break down how small business owners and startup leaders can use automation to scale smarter, not just louder. Learn how to map your customer journey, implement automation in bite-sized ways, and avoid common traps that hurt trust, retention, and sanity. And yes, we talk about AI, but in a practical, founder-friendly way.
💬 This episode is for the founders juggling it all, the inbox, the leads, the social posts, and wondering, “Isn’t there a better way?” Yes. Yes, there is.
💡 Highlights:
✔️ Why automation is more than email scheduling
✔️ Simple automations to boost sales & free up time
✔️ When AI helps—and when it hurts
✔️ Avoiding the dreaded “oops, wrong name” fail
✔️ How automation can build trust, not just efficiency
🔗 Connect with us on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: https://www.themanagedchaospodcast.com/
As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.
Is the Chief of Staff Role Evolving or Just Confusing?
This week on the Managed Chaos podcast, Katrina Purcell sits down with Harry Siggins to dive into the evolving (and often misunderstood) role of the Chief of Staff. From OKRs to founder dynamics to the difference between being a strategic partner and a glorified EA, Harry brings insight and clarity to a title that means something different everywhere you go.
Whether you're in the role, hiring for it, or trying to define what the heck it should be, this episode is a must-listen.
💼 About Our Guest:
Harry Siggins is the founder of One Growth Studio, where he helps growth-stage companies turn strategic plans into results. As the former Chief of Staff at Quantive, he’s lived the chaos firsthand, running internal OKRs, influencingproduct direction, and supporting clients during rapid scaling. Harry now coaches other Chiefs of Staff and helps organizations achieve focus and alignment during high-growth phases.
🔗Connect with Harry:
https://www.onetwogrowth.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrysiggins/
💡Highlights:
✔️Why the Chief of Staff role often gets miscast
✔️How to sniff out whether a role is truly strategic—or just support
✔️The power of saying “no” when everything feels urgent
✔️A framework for tracking your impact (even if it's hard to quantify)
✔️Advice for aspiring Chiefs of Staff navigating their next move
🔗Connect with us on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell
🌐Visit the Managed Chaos website: https://www.themanagedchaospodcast.com/
🎧As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takesfor you to get to work.
This week on the Managed Chaos podcast, Rachel and Katrina tackle the looming “R” word—recession—and what it actually means for startups and small businesses trying to grow. From preserving team morale to trimming waste without gutting your vision, this episode is packed with practical insights to help leaders navigate economic uncertainty like pros.
💡 Whether you’re already feeling the pinch or just want to recession-proof your strategy, this one is filled with tools, tips, and mindset shifts to help you adapt, survive, and maybe even thrive.
💼 Highlights:
✔️ How to maintain cash flow without cutting customer value
✔️ Why transparency with your team builds trust (and retention)
✔️ Smart growth planning when the economy stalls
✔️ Reframing “recession” as an opportunity to innovate
✔️ Real-world ways to stay agile and customer-focused
🔗 Connect with us on LinkedIn:
Rachel Anderson: linkedin.com/in/rachel-anderson-human-centric-leader
Katrina Purcell: linkedin.com/in/katrinapurcell
🌐 Visit the Managed Chaos website: www.managedchaospodcast.com
🕐 As always, we give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes for you to get to work.