Hey everyone–Kim here! This week, I’m flying solo and getting a little more personal than usual. I’m pulling back the curtain on the first seven years of my 50s, what I’ve come to call “The Seven Year Bitch.” Yep, you read that right. These years have stretched me in ways I never expected. They’ve been uncomfortable, eye-opening, and deeply transformational. But this isn’t a doom-and-gloom episode. It’s a real and honest reflection on what it looks like to grow through what life throws your way.

Topics Covered:

• The unexpected way my 50s started—with a breast cancer diagnosis and everything it brought with it.
• Why friendships I thought would last forever quietly unraveled, and how I’m making peace with it.
• The old childhood wounds that started resurfacing in the most surprising ways.
• The deep fractures that hit our family during our legacy business journey and why they still ache.
• What’s next for me, and why I’m still rooting for that bold, playful, adventurous version of myself.

If you’ve been feeling like life has dulled your spark or you’re not quite sure who you are anymore, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you, and I’m choosing to believe that this next chapter is about rising, reconnecting, and reclaiming what lights us up. If this episode hit home for you, please reach out to us! We want to hear your honest thoughts and experiences. Until next time!

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Hey friends, it’s Darren and Kim! We’re back with another round of real talk from the front lines of building a business and a life together. Today, we’re hitting pause to take stock of how far we’ve come—and wow, it’s been a ride! The last few weeks have felt intense (chaotic, if we’re being honest), and it forced us to look back and ask: where were we when we started our business, and how the heck did we get here? Today, we’re unpacking all the moments that shaped our evolution and the lessons we’re still learning as we build this thing from the ground up. We know the growing pains are real—and this episode is full of them!

Topics Covered:

• Why taking a moment to look back might be the most important thing you do.
• How hiring key people at the right time became the gas on our fire.
• The truth about what would’ve happened if we actually hit our “10 partners in year one” goal.
• Darren’s confessions about burnout and bending too far for clients.
• The fears (and thrills) of bringing new leaders into your business, and trusting them with your vision.

There’s no manual for scaling a business, and there’s definitely no avoiding the mess that comes with it. No matter what happens, we’re gonna keep pushing that boulder up the hill! Don’t forget to subscribe, leave us a review, or slide into our DMs—we love hearing from you! See you next time!

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Kim LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberleyhiebert/
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Hi everyone! Darren and Kim here! Today, we're inviting you into the messy middle of our journey. Over the past few weeks, things have felt like a whirlwind. We’re not at the top of the mountain (yet), but we’ve climbed far enough to finally pause, catch our breath, and realize just how much ground we’ve covered. This episode is part reflection, part confession, and a whole lot of real talk about what it takes to build something meaningful from scratch, all without losing your mind, your marriage, or your mission.

Topics covered:

• Why looking back can be the key to scaling your business forward with purpose.
• How strategic hires helped shift our momentum—and why timing was everything.
• The painful lessons we learned about burning out our team by trying to serve “more.”
• What we wish we’d told ourselves three years ago.
• Why building infrastructure before you need it might just save your business.

We’re in awe of how far we’ve come, and we know this is just the beginning. If you're building something from the ground up, take a beat to reflect. There’s gold in your journey, and the lessons you're learning now are preparing you for what's next. Remember to stay in the loop by subscribing to the podcast. And if this episode hit home, share it with a fellow entrepreneur or business couple. Thanks for tuning in!

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Darren Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darren.hiebert/
Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberley.hiebert/
Darren LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenhiebert/
Kim LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberleyhiebert/
Website: https://www.mr-mrs-ceo.com/
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