Unjaded: Human Design for Intentional Entrepreneurs

Vickie Dickson

TLDR: Practical Human Design for entrepreneurs who want to make better decisions, communicate more clearly, and build a business that fits who you really are. You've built the business. You're doing the work. You're showing up online, trying to be consistent.... Yet somehow, it still feels harder than it should. Maybe you're overthinking every decision. Maybe your marketing sounds like everyone else's. Maybe you're exhausted trying to follow strategies that don't actually fit you. What if the problem isn't your work ethic, your talents, or whether your ideal clients have the money to work with you? What if you're simply building your business in a way that doesn't match how you're designed to operate? Unjaded is where Human Design meets business strategy. Whether you're brand new to Human Design or you've known your chart for years, Unjaded will help you apply it to the real decisions that shape your business and your life. Hosted by Human Design Business Strategist and copywriter Vickie Dickson, this podcast helps you use Human Design to make better decisions, create clearer messaging, build aligned offers, and grow a profitable business that actually fits who you are. This isn't another podcast about Human Design theory. It's about using Human Design to make better business decisions and built a better life in the real world. On Unjaded, you'll find answers to questions like: What is Human Design and how does it actually work? How can I use Human Design to build my business? How do I make decisions using my Human Design Authority? What does Sacral Response actually feel like? How long should Emotional Authorities wait before making decisions? How do I stop overthinking every business decision? How do I create content that sounds like me instead of everyone else? How do I find my niche without boxing myself in? How do I write marketing that attracts the right clients? Why isn't my messaging converting? How do I build offers that people actually want to buy? How can I grow my business without burning out? Can Human Design improve my marketing? How do I build a business that fits my design instead of someone else's? What does Human Design have to do with copywriting, content and AI search? Welcome here ✌🏻💙

  1. 2 days ago

    231 Business Astrology Meets Human Design: Build a Business That Fits You with Tara Schafer | 2/4 Emotional MG Quad Right

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series Part 8 of 13 Can astrology help you build a better business? How does it work alongside Human Design? And what if your birth chart could reveal not only your strengths, but the way you're naturally designed to attract clients, make money, and grow your business? In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by business astrologer Tara Schafer, and together we explore the fascinating intersection between astrology and Human Design. Tara works primarily with women building businesses in their second season of life, helping them understand how their natal chart can guide everything from visibility and marketing to launch timing and long-term business strategy. We also discover something unexpected—we're almost Human Design twins. As 2/4 Emotional Manifesting Generators and Quad Rights, our conversation naturally explores what it feels like to build a business by trusting intuition, wisdom and lived experience rather than following someone else's blueprint. If you've ever wondered how astrology and Human Design complement each other, this conversation is a fascinating place to begin. In This EpisodeWhat business astrology actually isHow astrology and Human Design work togetherWhy your natal chart can influence how you build a businessUnderstanding your Sun, Moon and Rising through a business lensWhat the 10th House reveals about your careerUsing astrology for launch timing and important business decisionsWhy Human Design may provide the roadmap for your astrology blueprintThe role of Lilith, Venus and Mars in business and personal growthBuilding a business that honours your natural energyWhy replays and community can still create meaningful transformationThe power of building your business your own way Memorable MomentsTara explains why she believes astrology is the blueprint while Human Design becomes the roadmap.A fascinating discussion about Business Astrology versus Human Design—and why you don't have to choose one or the other.Why launch timing can sometimes matter just as much as launch strategy.An honest conversation about building community as a 2/4 profile.The surprising overlap between business patterns and deeper personal patterns.How watching replays inside Designed to Profit still creates real momentum and implementation. Connect with Tara SchaferExplore Tara's work in Business Astrology and download her special report created exclusively for Unjaded listeners. Website: TheOddWitch.com/Unjaded Join us in Designed to Profit here Final ThoughtsThere isn't one perfect blueprint for building a business. But there is a business that's aligned with who you are. Whether you find that through Human Design, astrology, coaching, lived experience—or a combination of all of them—the goal isn't to become someone else. It's to build a business that feels like home. Join us in Designed to Profit here

  2. 4 days ago

    230 How to Scale Your Business Without Burning Out | Hiring, Launching & Human Design with Andrea Slate | 2/4 Manifesting Generator

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series Part 7 of 13 When is the right time to hire help in your business? Is launching really as simple as "rinse and repeat"? And how do you build a business that can grow without burning yourself out? In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by Andrea Slate, an Online Business Manager (OBM), Virtual Assistant mentor, and 2/4 Manifesting Generator who helps entrepreneurs build the systems and support they need to scale sustainably. Together we dive into one of the biggest misconceptions in online business—that success comes from doing more. Instead, we explore why the right systems, the right support, and a business built around your Human Design create the freedom most entrepreneurs are actually looking for. We also have an honest conversation about hiring virtual assistants, launching online, creating long-form content, SEO in the age of AI, and why delegation is often the key to unlocking your next level of growth. Whether you're just starting your business or preparing to scale, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately. In This EpisodeWhat an Online Business Manager (OBM) actually doesHow to know when it's time to hire a VA or OBMThe biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when outsourcingWhy launching is never as simple as "rinse and repeat"The hidden work that goes into successful online launchesCreating systems that allow your business to scaleWhy long-form content is becoming more valuable than everSEO for AI search and how discoverability is changingHuman Design and delegation as a 2/4 Manifesting GeneratorWhy pivots are often a sign of growth—not failureBuilding an agency around mentorship instead of transactionsHow to create a business that supports your life instead of consuming it Memorable MomentsAndrea's rule for hiring: don't wait until you're already overwhelmed.The myth that successful launches become effortless after the first time.Why entrepreneurs should think beyond social media and build long-term assets.The conversation about SEO, AI search, and becoming discoverable online.How Human Design helped Andrea trust a business pivot she resisted for years.Why building the right foundation matters more than chasing quick wins. Connect with Andrea SlateLearn more about Andrea's work as an Online Business Manager and her growing Virtual Assistant Agency. Website: slateonlinesolutions.com Instagram: @theandreaslate Step inside Designed to Profit here Final ThoughtsScaling isn't about doing more. It's about building a business that no longer depends on you doing everything yourself. Whether that means hiring your first Virtual Assistant, refining your systems, improving your content strategy, or finally giving yourself permission to ask for support, growth begins with creating a business that has the capacity to grow. And that's exactly what this conversation is all about.

  3. 14 Aug

    229 How Human Design Helped a Veterinarian Build a Business Around Compassion | Jenn Robertson | 3/5 Emotional Projector Human Design

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series Part 6 of 13 From Veterinarian to Entrepreneur: Building a Purpose-Driven Business How do you build a business around one of the hardest experiences people will ever face? In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by Jen Robertson, a 3/5 Emotional Projector, veterinarian and founder of Sage Paws, where she helps pet parents prepare emotionally for the loss of a beloved pet. Jen shares the deeply personal journey that led her from veterinary medicine into entrepreneurship, how Human Design helped her trust her path, and why recognition—not hustle—has become the compass for building her business. We also dive into what it actually feels like to be a Projector in business, how to recognize aligned invitations, why she chose to pause one business to fully commit to another, and how validation became the foundation of everything she creates. Whether you're navigating grief, building a purpose-driven business, or trying to trust your own path, this conversation is full of wisdom you'll carry with you. In This EpisodeWhat it means to be a 3/5 Emotional ProjectorBuilding a business around anticipatory pet loss griefWhy purpose often reveals itself through lived experienceTrusting invitations and recognition in Human DesignLearning to follow emotional authority in businessThe difference between forcing and flowing in entrepreneurshipWhy Jen chose to pause one business to fully commit to anotherThe challenge of trying to combine two businesses into oneCreating content that helps people instantly feel seenWhy podcasting became the perfect platform for her messageBuilding offers before creating contentHow Human Design creates a more sustainable business Memorable MomentsThe family who chose Jen because they "saw compassion in her eyes."Why anticipatory grief deserves a name.The postpartum moment that completely changed Jen's life.How recognition feels for a Projector.The difference between the right invitation and the wrong one.Why pausing a business isn't the same as failing. Connect with Jenn Robertson @_sage_paws and at www.sagepaws.com Step inside Designed to Profit here

  4. 12 Aug

    228 How Human Design Can Help You Navigate Life Transitions and Build a Business You Love | Karen Place 6/2 Emotional Generator

    Designed to Profit Stories Summer Series Part 5 of 13 What if the biggest transition in your life became the foundation of your business? In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I sit down with Human Design guide Karen Place to explore how following her design completely transformed both her personal life and her business. Karen shares the deeply personal story of navigating divorce, rebuilding her life, discovering Human Design, falling in love, and preparing for an international move to Ireland—all while creating a business that supports people through their own seasons of change. We also dive into why traditional business advice didn't fit her as a 6/2 Emotional Generator, how she stopped forcing a niche, and why collaboration, travel and Human Design have become the heart of her work. If you've ever wondered whether you're allowed to build your business differently, this conversation is proof that there is no single blueprint for success. In this episode, we discuss:Why Human Design often reveals a very different path than traditional business adviceHow Karen discovered her ideal clients by living her design instead of chasing a nicheWhy 6th Line entrepreneurs often attract clients across every stage of lifeUsing your Human Design as a guide through major life transitionsMoving through divorce, rebuilding confidence and trusting yourself againBuilding a business while navigating uncertaintyThe power of responding instead of forcing opportunities as a GeneratorSpeaking up online without fear of criticismWhy collaboration is one of Karen's greatest business strengthsBuilding a retreat business rooted in transformation instead of tourismCreating meaningful Human Design experiences through travelWhy Egypt and Ireland became part of Karen's bigger visionUnderstanding Split Definition and why environment matters for productivityHow community and ongoing support helped Karen build confidence in businessWhy business doesn't have to look like anyone else's version of success Key Takeaways✨ Human Design isn't about putting yourself in a box—it's about understanding how you're naturally designed to move through life. ✨ Sometimes the biggest business breakthrough comes after the biggest personal transition. ✨ The right business often grows from who you're becoming—not who you were. ✨ Collaboration isn't a weakness. For many entrepreneurs, it's part of their design. ✨ Your business can evolve as your life evolves. Join us inside Designed to Profit here.Connect with Karen Place theemeraldpath.comExplore Karen's Human Design readings, coaching, sacred travel experiences, Egypt journeys and upcoming Human Design World Tour opportunities. Ready to Build Your Business Your Way?If you're tired of trying to force yourself into someone else's business blueprint and you're ready to build according to your Human Design, I'd love to invite you into Designed to Profit. Inside the membership you'll receive: Human Design-informed business strategyLive business trainingHot seat coachingCommunity work sessionsA supportive community of entrepreneurs building businesses that fit who they truly are Because your business shouldn't be built on someone else's formula. It should be built around you.

  5. 10 Aug

    227 Human Design & Storytelling with Barb Orozco 3/5 Emotional Projector | Designed to Profit Stories Summer Series

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 4 of 13 What if your family photos weren't actually about preserving memories? What if they were one of the most powerful tools you have for helping the people you love feel seen, valued and deeply connected? In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by Barb Orozco, a 3/5 Emotional Projector who has spent more than 24 years challenging the traditional scrapbooking industry. Barb believes we've been asking the wrong question. It's never been about organizing photos. It's never been about decorating albums. It's about telling the stories that future generations will desperately wish you had written. We also explore how Barb's Human Design has shaped the way she teaches, the importance of embracing the 3/5 profile, and why the most meaningful businesses are often built by questioning industry norms. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a parent, a grandparent or someone with thousands of photos sitting on your phone, this conversation will likely change how you think about legacy. In This EpisodeWhat it means to be a 3/5 Emotional ProjectorLearning to embrace mistakes instead of fearing themWhy your biggest wounds often become your greatest workThe surprising difference between photos and storiesWhy decorating albums isn't the pointCreating storybooks instead of photo albumsHelping children feel seen through intentional storytellingWorking from your current photos instead of your backlogHow market research transformed Barb's businessBuilding offers by listening to your clientsWhy beta programs create stronger offersThe power of standing behind an unconventional message Memorable MomentsThe story of a little girl who reread her childhood storybook while being bullied.Why "it's just photos" may be the most expensive belief we carry.How one conversation completely changed Barb's business philosophy.The importance of noticing ordinary moments before they're gone.Why AI can't replace genuine human stories.What happens when you stop trying to fit into your industry's expectations. Connect with Barb OrozcoBarbOrozco.com Learn about Barb's programs, including: Photo Rescue LabStorying FoundationsStrategic Storying Join the Designed to Profit community here. Final ThoughtsPhotos preserve moments. Stories preserve relationships. The words you write today may become exactly what someone you love needs years from now. That's the kind of legacy Barb is helping families create.

  6. 7 Aug

    226 When Your Business No Longer Fits: 5/1 Emotional Manifestor Jahje Ives | Designed to Profit Stories Summer Series

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 3 of 13 When Your Business No Longer Fits: A 5/1 Manifestor's Leap into Alignment with Jahje Ives What happens when you've built a successful business... but it no longer feels like yours? In this episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm joined by Jaji Ives, a 5/1 Emotional Manifestor, artist, Human Design guide, and creator of the Embodied Landscape Human Design Deck. Jaji shares her remarkable journey from building a thriving global brand to making the courageous decision to walk away when it no longer aligned with who she had become. Together we explore what it really means to trust yourself, follow creative urges, honour your energy, and build a business that supports your life instead of consuming it. Whether you're a Manifestor or not, this conversation is a powerful reminder that success isn't measured by how long you stay in something—it's measured by whether you're still alive inside it. In This EpisodeWhat it means to be a 5/1 Emotional ManifestorThe lived experience of Channel 35-36: the Channel of TransitorinessWhy walking away from a successful business isn't failureLearning to trust your own inner authority instead of outside adviceThe difference between pushing and creatingWhy rest is an essential part of building a sustainable businessThe true purpose of informing as a ManifestorBoundaries, creativity and protecting your energyReclaiming yourself after burnoutWhy Human Design should reconnect you to yourself—not become another rulebookBuilding a business around your natural creative rhythmThe story behind the Embodied Landscape Human Design Deck Memorable Moments"If it doesn't feel good in your body, investigate why."Why informing is an act of love—not an obligation.The freedom that came after leaving a successful global brand.How creativity arrives through trust rather than force.Why your body often knows before your mind catches up.The difference between building a business that works on paper and one that actually feels good to live. Step inside Designed to Profit here. Connect with Jahje here: Join Jaji's mailing list to receive updates about the upcoming Kickstarter campaign for the Embodied Landscape Human Design Deck, upcoming retreats and future offerings. Final ThoughtsYour business is allowed to evolve as you evolve. Sometimes the bravest business decision you'll ever make isn't starting something new. It's having the courage to leave something behind when your energy is asking you to move in a different direction. That's the heart of this conversation.

  7. 5 Aug

    225 How a 3/5 Generator Built a Business Without Hustle or Perfectionism | Molly Connolly

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 2 of 13 What if the business advice you've been following was never designed for you? In this first episode of the Designed to Profit Stories series, I sit down with Human Design Coach Molly Connolly to explore what happens when you stop forcing someone else's strategy and start building a business that actually fits your energy. Molly is a 3/5 Generator who has reinvented her business multiple times—from working with athletes, to relationships, to helping women reconnect with themselves through Human Design, NLP and the Energy Leadership Index. Together we talk about perfectionism, consistency, entrepreneurship, Human Design, experimentation, and why some of the best business decisions happen when you give yourself permission to stop forcing. If you've ever questioned your niche, struggled to stay "consistent," or wondered if you're allowed to build your business differently, this conversation is for you. In this episode we discuss:What it means to be a 3/5 Generator in businessWhy experimentation is a business advantageHow Human Design supports better business decisionsFinding your niche without forcing itLetting go of perfectionism and hustle cultureBuilding a business around your energy instead of someone else's blueprintReverse engineering your offers and business goalsUsing Human Design to create a sustainable customer experienceWhy your email list can become your strongest business assetWhat consistency really looks like as an entrepreneurHow Molly prepared her business to continue generating income while moving across the countryThe power of coaching, community and long-term business support Memorable MomentsWhy business is naturally a third-line experiment.How perfectionism kept Molly stuck for years.The surprising freedom that came from leaving Instagram.Why data and intuition can work beautifully together.The importance of building a business that honours your Human Design.Why coaching isn't about giving answers—it's about asking better questions. Check out Designed to Profit here. Connect with Molly ConnollyVisit Molly's website Listen to the Reinventing the Arena Podcast Download Molly's Human Design Energy Report Final ThoughtThere isn't one right way to build a business. There is the right way to build your business. When you understand how you're designed to make decisions, create offers and work with your clients, business becomes lighter, more sustainable and infinitely more enjoyable.

  8. 3 Aug

    224 Build Your Business Your Way | Designed to Profit Summer Series Intro

    Designed to Profit Stories - Summer Series - Part 1 of 13 There Is No One Right Way to Build a Business ! Is there really one "right" way to build a successful business? If you've ever felt exhausted trying to keep up with social media, questioned whether you're pivoting too much, worried about niching down, or wondered why someone else's strategy simply doesn't work for you, this episode is for you. In this introduction to my new Designed to Profit Stories series, I'm sharing why I believe the online business world has become far too focused on formulas—and why Human Design offers a completely different way forward. Over the next several episodes, you'll meet real entrepreneurs from inside my Designed to Profit community. Together, we'll explore the decisions they've made, the pivots they've taken, the mistakes they've learned from, and how they're building businesses that fit their lives instead of consuming them. Because success isn't about copying someone else's blueprint. It's about building a business that works for you. In This EpisodeWhy there is no single formula for building a successful businessThe biggest myths about consistency, niching and entrepreneurshipHow Human Design can help you make better business decisionsWhy every successful business needs a strong foundationThe difference between hustle culture and aligned business buildingHow I discovered the framework I've unknowingly used to build five multi six-figure businessesWhy coaching matters more than consuming more contentWhat you'll learn throughout this entrepreneur interview seriesWhy I'm choosing to launch Designed to Profit differentlyFinding your "main driver" instead of relying on social mediaRedefining success on your own terms What You'll Hear Throughout This SeriesEach conversation will explore topics like: Human Design and entrepreneurshipOffer creationBusiness pivotsLaunch strategiesRest and sustainabilityMarketing without burnoutMaking business decisions with confidenceBuilding a business that supports your life—not the other way around Every guest has a different Human Design. Every guest has built her business differently. And every conversation proves the same thing: There is no one right way to build a business. Memorable MomentsWhy business foundations matter more than business trends.The surprising system behind building five businesses in five different industries.Why your business should support your life—not replace it.How Human Design can become one of the most practical business tools you'll ever use.The difference between learning more and actually implementing what you've learned.Why "enough" looks different for every entrepreneur. Step inside the membership - Designed to Profit Connect with VickieIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to build a business that's aligned with who you are—not someone else's blueprint—join us inside Designed to Profit. You'll learn the framework, receive live coaching, and build the foundation for a business you can continue growing for years to come. Join Designed to Profit here Final ThoughtsThe most successful businesses aren't built by following someone else's formula. They're built by understanding who you are, who you serve, and creating a business that supports the life you actually want to live. That's exactly what this series is all about.

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TLDR: Practical Human Design for entrepreneurs who want to make better decisions, communicate more clearly, and build a business that fits who you really are. You've built the business. You're doing the work. You're showing up online, trying to be consistent.... Yet somehow, it still feels harder than it should. Maybe you're overthinking every decision. Maybe your marketing sounds like everyone else's. Maybe you're exhausted trying to follow strategies that don't actually fit you. What if the problem isn't your work ethic, your talents, or whether your ideal clients have the money to work with you? What if you're simply building your business in a way that doesn't match how you're designed to operate? Unjaded is where Human Design meets business strategy. Whether you're brand new to Human Design or you've known your chart for years, Unjaded will help you apply it to the real decisions that shape your business and your life. Hosted by Human Design Business Strategist and copywriter Vickie Dickson, this podcast helps you use Human Design to make better decisions, create clearer messaging, build aligned offers, and grow a profitable business that actually fits who you are. This isn't another podcast about Human Design theory. It's about using Human Design to make better business decisions and built a better life in the real world. On Unjaded, you'll find answers to questions like: What is Human Design and how does it actually work? How can I use Human Design to build my business? How do I make decisions using my Human Design Authority? What does Sacral Response actually feel like? How long should Emotional Authorities wait before making decisions? How do I stop overthinking every business decision? How do I create content that sounds like me instead of everyone else? How do I find my niche without boxing myself in? How do I write marketing that attracts the right clients? Why isn't my messaging converting? How do I build offers that people actually want to buy? How can I grow my business without burning out? Can Human Design improve my marketing? How do I build a business that fits my design instead of someone else's? What does Human Design have to do with copywriting, content and AI search? Welcome here ✌🏻💙

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