"When you're truly committed to being in alignment with what you're offering, at that moment there is no competition.” –Crystal Zinn
What happens when you trade the hustle for deep alignment — and still end up making more money than ever before? In this episode, host Gwen chats with Crystal Zen, an inspiring entrepreneur and transformational retreat leader with over 20 years of experience helping women build businesses their way — rooted in purpose, self-awareness, and embodied value.
Crystal unpacks her evolution from teaching free yoga classes in church basements to hosting life-changing retreats in Italy and commanding premium speaking fees — all by living in the question, staying connected to her why, and refusing to be exploited by hustle culture. You’ll hear powerful insights on how your business mirrors your deepest beliefs, why exploitation often hides behind “over giving,” and how to say no to what drains you so you can say yes to the bigger dreams that light you up.
Whether you’re a coach, a creative, or a service-based entrepreneur still figuring it out in the messy middle, this conversation will help you see your business as a mirror — and your alignment as your greatest strategy. If you’ve ever wondered how to trust your intuition and lean into coaching, heal people-pleasing patterns, or finally stop giving your brilliance away for free — you’ll want to grab a notebook for this one.
Get ready to feel seen, inspired, and deeply encouraged to build your business from the inside out — and on your own terms.
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