Hi Reader

This time of year has a way of making you look backward and forward at the same time.
You notice what worked, what didn’t, what surprised you, and what you’re still hoping for.
It’s a natural pause in the circadian rhythm of a year.

You see the results that didn’t land.
The things you wanted but didn’t quite reach.
And notice the parts of yourself that shifted, that grew, that softened, or maybe even hardened a little.

I feel it too.

Yesterday we held Vision Quest, where we spent time looking to the future for direction, and creating space for that future to happen.

But Vision without the Six Savvy Chicks™ of strategy goes nowhere.​
It inspires you, yes , it is the inner work of pushing your boundaries — but it won’t move your business unless you have a strategy.

Vision is the internal Work.
Strategy is the external Work.
One sets the direction; the other creates movement.

Both matter. Especially now, when many of us begin asking:
​Where am I really on my journey? And what do I need next? Make sure you sign up below if you want to be in the know about our strategy workshop in January.

Find Your Start-Up Stage

If you’re unsure where you stand right now, I built something for you. I love to build tools that are helpful so do let me know if this is for you!

It is a simple diagnostic tool — the Start-Up Stage Test — that places you in one of four early-stage categories. It helps you see:

• where you actually are
• what deserves your attention next
• which parts of your business (and yourself) need strengthening

It takes three minutes.

You can try it here:
​https://thehatchandhustle.com/find-your-start-up-stage​

Knowing your stage gives your strategy a starting point.
You can only move forward from where you truly are.

Otsukaresama desu​
Georgina 🐣
​The Hatch and Hustle™

PS. If someone you know is rethinking their year, share this Journal or the start-up-stage test with them.
You can send them the link here.​

The 6 Savvy Chicks This workshop will help you create the path to the vision. Building on 6 elements of business - Product, People, Process, Promotion, Profit and Presence. Interested? Click here. Sign me up for more info

Cluck of the Week “If I only do "this" every day, my business will grow.”​ What is your "this"? Cluck back on Insta. Instagram

The Unteachable Lessons – Masterclass Series Coming in 2026 - Ten sessions on the inner work of Entrepreneurship which must be experienced. Reply “Unteachable” to join the early interest list.

PocketCoach™ - Wherever You Go

Instant, world class coaching, in your pocket, delivered on Whatsapp, whenever you need it. Just R99/month subscription. Cancel anytime.