Business for Humans

Preparing for Annual Reviews (Giving and Receiving Feedback)

We hear a lot about how to give feedback—but what about how to actually receive it?
In this episode, Jaime dives into one of the most underrated leadership skills: receiving feedback in a way that fuels growth, builds self-awareness, and strengthens your leadership presence.
Whether you're heading into performance reviews, managing a team, or simply looking to grow in your role, this conversation will shift how you think about feedback—and how you respond to it.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why feedback is not personal—and how to separate it from your identity
How to enter feedback conversations without defensiveness
The power of “receive first, respond later”
How to discern which feedback to integrate—and which to park
Why repeating feedback back builds clarity and trust
How your ability to receive feedback impacts your ability to lead
The role of self-awareness in processing feedback effectively
Key Takeaways:
Feedback is about your work—not your worth
You don’t need to react in the moment; reflection creates better responses
Not all feedback is meant to be absorbed—discernment is key
Strong leaders stay open and curious, not defensive or self-critical
You can honor your strengths without abandoning them to fit someone else’s style
A Real-World Example:
Jaime shares a personal story from managing a team of 15, where she received feedback that she was “too nurturing.”
Instead of immediately rejecting or fully accepting it, she:
Reflected on where the feedback did apply
Stayed open to adjusting certain behaviors
Chose not to abandon a leadership style that was clearly driving strong results
This example highlights an important truth:Not all feedback is meant to change who you are—sometimes it’s there to refine how you show up.
Actionable Tips:
Go into feedback conversations with the intention to receive, not defend
Let your manager know you may reflect and follow up later
Repeat feedback back to ensure clarity and show active listening
Take time to evaluate what truly aligns with your values and role
Create space for ongoing, open conversations about feedback
For Managers:
Provide feedback consistently—not just during formal reviews
Ensure role clarity so feedback has a clear foundation
Prepare thoughtfully—last-minute feedback erodes trust
Stay open to dialogue if feedback doesn’t land with your team
Final Thought:
Receiving feedback is a skill—and one that directly impacts how you grow as a leader.
When you learn to approach it with openness, curiosity, and discernment, you unlock a powerful pathway to both personal and professional growth.
Connect & Learn More:If you or your team need support with feedback, leadership development, or performance reviews, this is a core area of focus Jaime loves working on. Set up an introduction call with Jaime to see how she might be able to support you or your team. http://practica.consulting/contact
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Why Imposter Syndrome Makes You Overwork — and How to Stop

Feeling like an imposter?
Here’s the truth so many forget: It’s not about your experience or your skills — it’s how you show up in your own mind. I recently had a conversation about imposter syndrome, and what struck me is how often we overcompensate to fill that gap of self-doubt.
We work extra hours, push ourselves harder, and then expect the same from others. When they don’t deliver, resentment builds. And if we pull back to protect ourselves, guilt hits. But here’s the real shift: self-care and boundaries aren't selfish. They’re necessary.
Caring for yourself, taking actions that align with your true values, doesn’t mean you’re ego-driven or unkind. It means you’re grounded. You don’t have to prove your worth through overdoing. Show up honest — just as you are, with confidence in your skills and your authenticity. That’s enough. Worth reflecting on: Are you over-giving because of self-doubt, or because you’re genuinely showing up for your well-being? The long game is kinder and more sustainable. Less burnout, more clarity.
Trust yourself enough to step back and just be.
Set up a call with Jaime to learn more about coaching: https://www.practica.consulting/contact
Find Jaime on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimegennaro/
Jaime is a business consultant and executive coach with 20 years experience growing and scaling companies. She supports CEOs and their teams, who are the critical backbone of their business.
http://practica.consulting
Music by: Luca Gennaro
 
 

In the Presence of Harry Styles: A Lesson in Space, Safety, and Shared Humanity

What started as a spontaneous decision to attend a Harry Styles concert turned into something far more profound. In this episode, I share an unexpected experience that shifted how I understand connection, safety, and what it truly means to “hold space” for others. From observing the crowd to reflecting on my own journey as a yoga teacher, this conversation explores how collective environments can foster healing, presence, and belonging in a world that often feels divided.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
Why I almost didn’t go to the concert—and why I’m so glad I did
What surprised me most about the crowd (and what felt completely different from concerts I grew up with)
The concept of “holding space” and how it showed up on a massive scale
How this experience connected to my work as a yoga teacher and coach
The importance of feeling safe in shared spaces—especially as a woman
Why moments of collective connection matter more than ever right now
How we can bring this sense of openness and presence into our everyday lives
Key Takeaways:This isn’t just about music or fandom. It’s about the environments we create—and how they allow people to soften, connect, and be fully themselves. When we feel safe, we show up differently. And when we show up differently, we create the potential for deeper connection, both individually and collectively.
Notable Reflection:Sometimes the most meaningful experiences are the ones we don’t plan for. And sometimes, the spaces that seem ordinary on the surface hold the greatest potential to change how we see ourselves—and each other.
If This Resonated:Take a moment to reflect: where in your life do you feel truly safe to be yourself? And how can you begin to create that space for others?
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Stuck in a Negative Loop? This Simple Mindset Tool Changes Everything

Why do we stay stuck in the same patterns—even when we know what we want to change?
In today’s episode, Jaime breaks down a powerful self-coaching tool rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy that helps you understand how your thoughts shape your results. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or caught in a cycle of self-sabotage, this episode will give you a practical framework to start shifting your mindset immediately.
Jaime walks through how your brain is wired for survival—not success—and how that can keep you trapped in negative thought loops. By learning to separate your circumstances from your thoughts, you can begin to take control of your emotions, actions, and ultimately, your outcomes.
She also shares real-life examples of how limiting beliefs (like “I’m not good with money”) create emotional patterns that lead to inaction—and how small, intentional shifts in thinking can open the door to real change.
This episode is your invitation to step out of autopilot, build awareness, and start creating results from a place of intention instead of fear.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
The self-coaching model: circumstance, thought, feeling, action, result
Why your brain defaults to negative thinking (and how to work with it)
How to identify limiting beliefs that are holding you back
The connection between thoughts, emotions, and behavior
A simple way to start shifting your mindset today
Want to try this tool for yourself?
Email Jaime at jaime@practica.consulting and write “self-coaching” in the subject line to download the self-coaching worksheet and start applying this framework to your own life and business.
 

The Struggle for Recognition and Burnout

In this episode, Jaime explores the concept of hypervigilance and its impact on high achievers, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, relaxation, and reframing productivity to prevent burnout. She shares personal insights and practical tips on how to recognize tension, practice self-compassion, and shift mindset patterns for healthier work and life balance.
Key topics:
Hypervigilance and its effects on the body and mind
The importance of relaxation and self-care in high achievement
Reframing productivity and self-worth beyond validation
Practical strategies for managing tension and energy at work
The Spring Reset is still going, book today to reserve your spot. https://www.practica.consulting/spring-reset
Jaime is a Strategic Business Consultant, Advisor and Executive Coach with over 20 years of experience growing and leading companies. She has scaled and sold startups, served as a COO, and coached leadership teams through pivotal stages of growth and transition.
Known for her ability to quickly see what’s underneath the surface in both businesses and leaders, Jaime helps high-achievers avoid burnout through mindset, boundary setting, clarifying their career direction, strengthening decision-making, and building sustainable ways of working that align with the life they want to lead.
She is also a trained yoga instructor, bringing an integrated approach to leadership that blends strategic clarity with nervous system regulation and embodied presence.
 

Reclaim Your Work Life Balance: Lean Out, But Stay Valuable

In this deeply personal episode, Jaime shares how she navigates the tension between showing up fully and protecting her mental health—in a world craving purpose and authenticity. She reveals why the traditional 9-to-5 grind, built on patriarchal systems, no longer serves us and how leaning into your core values can transform your work life and well-being.
You’ll discover why so many of us sacrifice health for profits—and how to break that cycle while keeping your integrity intact. Jaime unpacks the truth about today's jobs, the importance of emotional health in the workplace, and practical ways to lean out without losing your value or impact. She discusses how to find purpose in even the most “unsoulful” roles, and why human-to-human connection is the ultimate game-changer in solving work-related problems.
This episode is a masterclass for small business owners, corporate employees, and leaders feeling the weight of modern work—who want to create stability, meaning, and impact without sacrificing themselves. If you’re tired of content machine fatigue, AI dependency, and superficial advice, Jaime’s grounded, human-centered approach offers hope and real strategies. Perfect for anyone yearning to redefine what work means—and eager to stay resilient, aligned, and impactful amidst chaos.
Tune in for honest insights, actionable grounding, and a push towards a more compassionate way of working—and living.
Join Jaime on her mission to help 100 people stay in their jobs with purpose and passion, leveraging human connection over algorithms. Because meaningful work starts with you—by making small shifts that add up to a big impact.
Book a consult with Jaime at: http://practica.consulting/contact

Why Your To-Do List is Failing Your Business

In the final installment of her "Back to Basics" series, Jaime dives into the foundational habits of effective time management for business owners. Moving beyond simple prioritization, this episode focuses on a tactical approach to using your calendar as an executive assistant to prevent burnout and ensure consistent growth.
Key Takeaways
Your Calendar is Your Assistant: Shift away from static to-do lists that get lost or ignored. Instead, schedule every task directly into your calendar to integrate it into your actual workflow.
The "Energy-First" Schedule: Align your most cognitively demanding tasks, like strategic planning or complex proposals, with the times of day when your brain is most active. Save low-effort "admin" tasks for your natural energy slumps.
Non-Negotiable Business Development: To avoid a "cash crunch" or a dry pipeline, dedicate a minimum of four to eight hours every week to business development and follow-ups. Consistency here is the key to long-term stability.
Create Breathing Room: Over-scheduling leads to the loss of creativity. Intentionally block out "marination" time after meetings to digest information and take notes.
Prioritize Well-being: Exercise and rest are not "low priority" items; they are "immovable CEO leadership time". Your business cannot thrive if you are operating on sleep deprivation and overwhelm.
Book a Strategy Session: If you need help walking through your specific numbers and addressing any mindset blocks around pricing, you can book a one-off business strategy session with Jaime. http://practica.consulting/contact
Learn More About the 6-Week Accelerator: https://www.practica.consulting/the-aligned-growth-accelerator
 

How to to Streamline and Steady Your Cash Flow

In this episode, business consultant Jaime Bancroft Gennaro goes back to the fundamentals of running a healthy business.
While marketing and growth strategies often get the spotlight, many business problems come down to simple operational basics—things like invoicing on time, setting payment terms, and prioritizing activities that drive revenue.
You’ll learn why cash flow issues are often caused by overlooked systems, not lack of leads, and how small changes—like automating invoices or requiring project deposits—can dramatically improve your financial stability.
If you’re a freelancer, consultant, or small business owner struggling with revenue consistency, this episode will help you focus on the foundational habits that actually keep your business profitable.
This episode is especially helpful for:
Freelancers
Consultants
Agency owners
Coaches
Service-based business owners
Small business founders
Anyone who wants better cash flow, stronger client relationships, and simpler business systems will benefit from these foundational strategies.
Learn more about our 6-Week Business Accelerator program at: https://www.practica.consulting/the-aligned-growth-accelerator
 

The Simple Math and Mindset Shift for Purpose-Led Profit

The Simple Math and Mindset Shift for Purpose-Led Profit
In this tactical yet transformative episode, Jaime dives into the critical difference between revenue and profit, and why breaking even is a dangerous zone for purpose-led business owners. She offers a transparent look at how to set a truly abundant hourly rate that covers all your costs, ensures a healthy profit margin, and allows you to give back to your team and community.
She also tackles the biggest profit-eater: over-servicing clients. Learn the simple math behind calculating your "hard-stop" foundational rate and the mindset shifts necessary to hold firm on your boundaries and foster transparent, healthy client partnerships.
Action Items & Resources 
Email Jaime to Receive the Spreadsheet Tool: Jaime shares a robust spreadsheet tool to help you calculate your overhead and profit margin for yourself and your entire team. jaime@practica.consulting
Book a Strategy Session: If you need help walking through your specific numbers and addressing any mindset blocks around pricing, you can book a one-off business strategy session with Jaime. 
Learn More About the 6-Week Accelerator: https://www.practica.consulting/the-aligned-growth-accelerator

Stop Letting Fear Run Your Business: A Founder’s Guide

Fear. Anxiety. Insecurity. As entrepreneurs, these emotions can either drive us forward or hold us back—but too often, they stall our growth without us even realizing it. In this episode, Jamie Gennaro, founder of Practica Consulting, dives into the emotional side of entrepreneurship, sharing insights on how to recognize fear, unpack the stories behind it, and take purposeful action despite it.
Host Jaime Gennaro explores common patterns like procrastination and overworking, why they happen, and how separating fact from story can help you make better decisions in your business. She also shares practical strategies for staying grounded during seasonal ebbs in your business and maintaining momentum without letting emotions run the show.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next step as a business owner, this episode is a reminder that your emotions matter—but they don’t have to dictate your outcomes.
Key Takeaways:
Fear can motivate or stall you—learn how to identify which it is.
Understand the stories behind your emotions to avoid getting stuck.
Focus on what’s working in your business, not just what you don’t know.
Small, intentional actions keep momentum moving even during slow seasons.
Emotions should inform, not drive, your business decisions.
Join the Community:The Aligned Growth Collective is a supportive community for purpose-driven entrepreneurs and business owners who want sustainable growth, meaningful impact, and real-world results. The collective provides coaching, networking, and thought partnership to help you elevate your business without chasing growth or profit for profit’s sake.
👉 Learn more and join the Aligned Growth Collective here: practica.consulting/agc