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Taking Five

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by Luz Perez Brown

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14 episodes
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Taking Five is the podcast for warm-hearted founders navigating the messy middle of business—where things are working, but you know they could work better. Hosted by Luz Perez Brown, operations strategist, designer, and founder of Willow and Jax, each episode features honest conversations with creative service providers who've made brave pivots, set boundaries, grown their businesses slow and steady, and learned to trust themselves along the way. You'll hear real stories about reinvention, sustainable growth, choosing the uncomfortable path, and what it really takes to build a business that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. If you're ready to rethink the rules, slow down to speed up, and build with more intention, this is your invitation to take five.

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9/30/2025

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Episode thumbnail for Ep: 7 Finale: Letting Go of the Plan and Entering the Chat

April 28, 2026

Ep: 7 Finale: Letting Go of the Plan and Entering the Chat

<p>Starting a podcast wasn't the easiest thing I've ever done, but here we are, wrapping up Season 2, and I'm so proud of what Taking Five is becoming!</p><p>In this episode, I'm sharing some behind-the-scenes moments of what it was like to start, fine-tune, and eventually trust what was happening naturally. I talk about what it looked like to loosen my grip, and why the messy, fumbling parts are necessary to get to the other side.</p><p>If you can see what's waiting on the other side for you but haven't quite stuck the landing yet, pull up a chair. This one's for us.</p><p>In this episode, we talk about:</p><ul><li>Why overpreparing almost got in the way of the podcast I actually wanted to make</li><li>Why I had to go back to Kaitlyn Parker with my tail between my legs</li><li>What "Life of Leisure" means to me this season and how it shows up in the way we build</li></ul><br/><p>This season wouldn't have been what it was without some really incredible guests. Go show them some love:</p><p>Dalia Soles at <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/designassisted/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Design Assisted</a></u></p><p>Intuition Coach <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaileenelise/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kaileen Elise Sues</a></u></p><p>Krista at <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristareynolds.photography/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Krista Reynolds Photography</a></u></p><p>Haley David Wilson at <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/themoneyrebel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Money Rebel</a></u></p><p>Nicole Hart at <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenicolehart/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Nicole Hart</a></u></p><p></p><p>Thank you for being here this season, truly. Now go take five, boo. You've earned it.</p><p></p><p>In this episode:</p><p>In the Margins: Private Sessions. An exclusive seasonal audio series to anchor into where you are right now and who you are becoming.</p><p>👉 <u><a href="https://willowandjax.myflodesk.com/newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign up to listen to Life of Leisure</a></u></p>

Episode thumbnail for Ep 6: Claiming Your Seat, How Nicole Hart Helps Women Build a Personal Brand Worth Being Known For

April 15, 2026

Ep 6: Claiming Your Seat, How Nicole Hart Helps Women Build a Personal Brand Worth Being Known For

<p>In this episode, I'm chatting with Nicole Hart, the founder and personal brand advisor behind Heart Brand Studio. Nicole helps women get crystal-clear on their mission, claim the seat only they can claim, and show up in the world in a way that feels true to them.</p><p>We talk about what it really means to build a personal brand from the inside out, why hiding behind your business brand is costing you more than you think, and the difference between visibility and performance.</p><p>We also get into:</p><ul><li>The $20 moment in the back of an Uber that changed everything for her business</li><li>Why barrel jeans and talking head videos belong on the same list of things to stop forcing</li><li>Her approach with personality tests to reveal more than just your strengths</li><li>Putting her ranty pants on at 11 pm to post a story about something that wouldn't leave her alone</li></ul><br/><p>If you've ever felt like you're shouting into the void or wondered what it would look like to finally let people know who you actually are, this one's for you.</p><p></p><p>Connect with Nicole Hart:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://thenicolehart.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nicolehart.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenicolehart/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@thenicolehart</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Never miss an episode:</strong> New episodes drop regularly and the easiest way to stay in the loop is by subscribing below. You'll get episodes delivered straight to your inbox, plus occasional resources and behind-the-scenes insights.</p><p>👉 <a href="https://www.willowandjax.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Come take five with us</a></p>

Episode thumbnail for Ep 5: Decentering Money, How Hayley David Wilson Left a Thriving Business and Started Over

March 31, 2026

Ep 5: Decentering Money, How Hayley David Wilson Left a Thriving Business and Started Over

<p>In this episode, I'm joined by Hayley David Wilson, founder of Money Rebel, a business development and education hub for women entrepreneurs. Hayley spent nearly a decade scaling a customized cleaning company from a college dorm room in Iowa before walking away at its peak to build something that checked more than just the money box.</p><p></p><p>We talk about what it really looks like to leave something that's working, the slow realization that a business can be profitable and still feel completely wrong, and what she calls "decentering money" — and why it's not as scary as it sounds.</p><p></p><p>We also get into:</p><ul><li>The Liquid Death rabbit hole and why the dumbest idea is sometimes the best one</li><li>How a commercial client bailing a week before their contract changed everything</li><li>Staring out the window with coffee in silence as the ultimate flex of a toddler mom</li><li>Why Frozen 3 is basically a masterclass in patience, trust, and long-game thinking</li></ul><br/><p></p><p>If you've ever opened a check, felt nothing, and quietly wondered what that means, this one's for you.</p><p></p><p>Connect with Hayley David Wilson:</p><p>Website: <a href="http://moneyrebelco.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">moneyrebelco.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themoneyrebel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@themoneyrebel </a></p><p>Podcast: <a href="https://moneyrebelco.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bad for Business</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Never miss an episode:</strong> New episodes drop regularly and the easiest way to stay in the loop is by subscribing below. You'll get episodes delivered straight to your inbox, plus occasional resources and behind-the-scenes insights.</p><p>👉 <a href="https://www.willowandjax.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Come take five with us</a></p>

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What is Taking Five?

Taking Five is the podcast for warm-hearted founders navigating the messy middle of business—where things are working, but you know they could work better.

Hosted by Luz Perez Brown, operations strategist, designer, and founder of Willow and Jax, each episode features honest conversations with creative service providers who've made brave pivots, set boundaries, grown their businesses slow and steady, and learned to trust themselves along the way.

You'll hear real stories about reinvention, sustainable growth, choosing the uncomfortable path, and what it really takes to build a business that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.

If you're ready to rethink the rules, slow down to speed up, and build with more intention, this is your invitation to take five.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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