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Don't Rush Your Reset with Emily Ley- Episode 1003

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Sep 15, 2025
Emily Ley, founder of Simplified, shares her expertise on embracing seasonal transitions with grace. She emphasizes the importance of personal resets as fall approaches, providing insights on organization and self-care. The conversation touches on navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship, particularly her legal battle over tariffs. Ley also discusses the value of realistic expectations in education, the joy of small changes, and savoring the current season rather than rushing into the next. Tune in for inspiration on intentional living!
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ANECDOTE

Small Business vs. Tariffs

  • Emily Ley describes paying nearly $1.2M in tariffs since 2017 and the sudden spike in April that threatened her business.
  • She and the NCLA filed a civil complaint arguing the tariffs bypassed required Congressional approval.
ANECDOTE

Six‑Figure Printing Mistake

  • Emily recalls paying $100,000 for product printed on the wrong paper because she approved it and then discarding it.
  • Running debt‑free helped her survive that six‑figure mistake without collapsing the business.
ADVICE

Give The Season Time

  • Do not rush seasonal transitions; give yourself grace to enter fall messily.
  • Let the family and routines ease into the new season instead of forcing immediate perfection.
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