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Holly Marie Haynes

She climbed the ladder and then chose something better.

Published 27 days ago • 2 min read

Life First Business Strategy

for Entrepreneurs

Hey Reader,

If you’ve ever held a big title, built a successful business, or just tried really hard to hold it all together…

This week’s episode is going to hit home.

I sat down with Amanda Goetz (former CMO, founder, and now the voice of Girlboss) for one of the most honest and grounded conversations we’ve had on the show in a long time.

Because here’s the thing -

When you’re good at achieving, it’s easy to get stuck in a version of success that doesn’t actually feel good anymore.

And letting that go? It isn’t as simple as a “pivot.”

We talk about:

  • The quiet moment Amanda knew she had to walk away from what looked like success
  • Reinvention, grief, and the emotional weight of letting go
  • The sneaky “empowering” messages that actually exhaust us
  • Building systems to protect your joy — not just your bottom line
  • How she’s staying ambitious without slipping back into burnout

Oh, and if you’re navigating your own evolution (or just trying to keep your nervous system in check while leading others)?

She shares the one truth she’d whisper to her past self — the one who thought she had to earn rest.

Let this conversation be your permission slip.

To get honest.

To pause.

To redefine ambition on your terms.

🎧 Press play here!

Here’s to ambition with boundaries,

Holly

P.S. If you loved this conversation, Amanda’s new book Toxic Grit: How to Have It All and (Actually) Love What You Have is my favorite sauna read right now. It’s honest, empowering, and exactly what ambitious women need to hear. Grab your copy here.​

This Week's Playlist...

If this message resonates, here’s a little “press play when ready” playlist to support this season:

(All episodes are linked on the podcast page so you can binge at your own pace.)

Meet the Host

Holly Haynes

Entrepreneur, Twin Mom,
Mentor, Podcaster

Holly Haynes is the host of the top 100 Crush the Rush™ podcast and founder of Anti-Social School™, where she helps women build businesses that run on strategy—not stress. A former Fortune 500 consultant, she scaled her own company while working full-time and raising twins—retiring herself and her husband in under two years.

Now, through her coaching programs, planners, and AI-powered tools, Holly teaches entrepreneurs how to grow without relying on social media or sacrificing their time. Her mission is simple: help women scale sustainably and create life-first businesses that actually work for them.

​Speaking and Media \ Email Me: press@hollymariehaynes.com

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Holly Marie Haynes

Business Strategist and Host of the Crush the Rush Podcast

Holly Haynes, a leading voice in the entrepreneurial world, is the founder of the globally recognized Crush the Rush Podcast. With her unique blend of business acumen and personal experience, Holly empowers women to build successful businesses while maintaining a fulfilling personal life and scaling their businesses without relying on the social media algorithm.

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