Behind every successful business, there’s a story you don’t hear—the sleepless nights, the moments of doubt, and the determination to keep going when everything feels impossible. That’s what Unbreakable Business is all about.
Join host Akua Konadu each week as she sits down with entrepreneurs who share the raw, real side of their journey—the roadblocks they faced, the challenges they overcame, and the stories that don’t make the highlight reel, but the the ones that matters the most.
If you’re an entrepreneur chasing your dreams, looking for inspiration, or just need a reminder that you’re not alone, this podcast is for you. Because no matter what life throws your way, you have the power to push through—and your business can be unbreakable too.
Unbreakable Business is powered by HoneyBook (https://honeybook.com/), the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, and get paid faster with HoneyBook.
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Our final reflections on what it really takes to build a business that lasts
After years of powerful conversations, raw honesty, and unwavering purpose, it’s time to close this chapter of the Unbreakable Business podcast. In this bittersweet final episode, I’m taking a moment to celebrate everything we’ve built together—from the incredible guests who shared their truths to you, the listeners, who kept this show alive with your love, messages, and shares.
Today, I’m highlighting the most transformative moments from across the show and highlighting snippets of conversations that moved us, challenged us, and changed how we think about success, entrepreneurship, and the lives we’re building. Listen in to hear reflections from some of our most inspiring guests and a few personal thoughts from me along the way.
The Unbreakable Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook (https://honeybook.com/), the AI-powered CRM platform for anyone with clients. Scale yourself and your business with all your leads, clients, projects, and payments in one place. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Mentioned in this Episode
Here’s the Tea with Akua Konadu (https://akuakonadu.com/podcast)
Reclaiming Hayley Paige: The power of perseverance (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/power-of-perseverance)
How to embrace change and reset your business with Justin Shiels (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/how-to-embrace-change-and-reset-your-business)
Making money doesn’t have to be hard with Denise Duffield-Thomas (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/making-money-doesnt-have-to-be-hard)
Earning predictable profits through memberships with Stu McLaren (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/predictable-profits-through-memberships)
How to become a podcaster with Les Alfred (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/how-to-become-a-podcaster)
The secret to working less so you can make more with Shay Cochrane (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/working-less-to-make-more)
Navigating friendships as a business owner with Danielle Bayard Jackson (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/handle-conflict-at-work)
The power of sharing your story with Terry Rice (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/power-of-sharing-your-story)
The freelancer’s guide to a sustainable and scalable business (https://www.honeybook.com/blog/sustainable-scalable-freelancer-business)
Connect with the host
Website: podcast.honeybook.com (https://podcast.honeybook.com/)
IG: instagram.com/honeybook (https://instagram.com/honeybook)
IG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ (https://www.instagram.com/akuakonadu_/)
Podcast: Here’s the Tea with Akua Konadu (https://akuakonadu.com/podcast)
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10 Dec 2025TRANSCRIPT
Lessons from corporate dropouts turned CEOs
If you could start your business all over again, what’s the one piece of advice you’d give yourself? That’s the question I asked three powerhouse entrepreneurs who’ve all made the leap from traditional jobs to unconventional, thriving businesses. Their answers aren’t about regrets—they’re about growth, clarity, and building with intention from day one.
Whether you're at the start of your entrepreneurial journey or reevaluating how you’re building, this episode is a toolkit of hard-earned wisdom. Listen in as Audrey Joy Kwan, Jaime Gordon, and Jenny Mac give you the advice they wish they could go back and give themselves
The Unbreakable Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook (https://honeybook.com/), the AI-powered CRM platform for anyone with clients. Scale yourself and your business with all your leads, clients, projects, and payments in one place. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Connect with the Guests:
audreyjoykwan.com (https://audreyjoykwan.com/)
jaimegordonlifecoaching.com (http://jaimegordonlifecoaching.com)
elopingisfun.com
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26 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT
Navigating burnout while running a successful family-owned business with Rachel Moore of Mad Mod Home
How do you navigate burnout and keep your business running? In this episode of Unbreakable Business, we’re diving into the realities of running a family-owned business with Honeybook member Rachel Moore.
Rachel is the owner of Mad Mod Home, a home staging boutique based in Los Angeles. Listen in as she shares how she learned to establish boundaries and prioritize mindfulness while running a successful business.
The Unbreakable Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook (https://honeybook.com/), the AI-powered CRM platform for anyone with clients. Scale yourself and your business with all your leads, clients, projects, and payments in one place. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Important sections of the conversation
[1:19] Taking a leap of faith to build a business with your family
[9:30] Navigating burnout and success
[18:33] Navigating relationship dynamics in a family-owned business
[22:29] Staying grounded in the midst of chaos
[27:13] The power of systems for business organization
[34:05] Rachel’s next project: blending design with mindfulness
[38:28] What does having an unbreakable business mean to you?
[41:02] Rapid Fire Questions
Connect with the guest
Website: madmodhome.com (https://www.madmodhome.com/)
Instagram: instagram.com/madmod_home (https://www.instagram.com/madmod_home)
Resources mentioned
The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber (https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280)
Atomic Habits by James Clear (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=atomic+habits%27&hvadid=713540838445&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=1026424&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=11812544398870681759--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11812544398870681759&hvtargid=kwd-1668531942405&hydadcr=22533_13730696&mcid=12ba2477b16b3399bc81850f56a375a8&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_4xeodnf64r_e)
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Our final reflections on what it really takes to build a business that lasts
Published 17 Dec 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And then there will be a season where you reap all of the rewards of the things that you have planted. But I don't think we talk enough about the time in between those two points. There is a waiting period that all of us go through to achieve the things that we desire and navigating that waiting period with grace is one of the biggest challenges that we all will face. I'm not going to pretend like that's not the case. It is challenging. But our job in that season is not to dig up the seeds that we have already planted. It's too wait and let those seeds do what they want to do. And that is grow, right? […]
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