#184: Shedding Societal Pressure with Amanda Goetz

Breaking Stigmas

Amanda Goetz is on a mission to break societal and cultural stigmas, particularly around female sexuality and cannabis use. She emphasizes the importance of dismantling patriarchal narratives that have historically shamed women for their sexuality, advocating for a more open and empowering dialogue 1. Mark Groves supports this by highlighting how societal conditioning often limits personal growth and expression 1. Amanda's journey in building her company, House of Wise, is a testament to her commitment to transparency and authenticity, as she shares her experiences of building in public and challenging conventional business norms 2.

I want to break those stigmas and break those narratives so that women feel less in the mark when they're going through something that every woman will experience.

--- Amanda Goetz

Her approach not only inspires others but also fosters a community where women can embrace their identities without fear of judgment.

   

Redefining Success

Amanda Goetz and Mark Groves explore redefining success beyond traditional societal expectations. Amanda challenges the conventional nine-to-five work model, advocating for a more flexible and personalized approach to work that honors individual rhythms and needs 3. She believes that creating a culture focused on people rather than profit leads to greater productivity and fulfillment 4. Mark shares his own practices at Create the Love, where he supports employees with generous maternity leave policies, emphasizing the importance of valuing personal well-being alongside professional responsibilities 5.

When you create space for people to do their best work on their own terms, they do even more.

--- Amanda Goetz

This conversation highlights the potential for businesses to thrive by prioritizing human connection and flexibility, ultimately redefining what it means to be successful.