EP 2 | Rooted in Your Core Values: The Foundation of a Sustainable Business

When your business starts to feel heavy, off-track, or out of sync, it’s usually not a strategy problem — it’s a values problem.

In this grounding episode, Riah Jane invites you to slow down and rediscover the values that guide not only your work but also your life. You’ll learn how aligning your business decisions with what truly matters brings more peace, clarity, and purpose — no hustle required.

Through honest reflection and simple prompts, this episode will help you reconnect to your why, redefine success, and remember that growth rooted in integrity always lasts longer.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

Why your core values are the most powerful anchor for a sustainable business
How to identify your top 3–5 values with practical examples and reflection questions
How misalignment leads to burnout — and what to do when that happens
Why leading with your values simplifies every decision you make
A gentle reminder that peace > perfection and alignment > approval

Episode Quote

“Your business doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s — it just needs to be rooted in what matters most to you.”

Listen If You Feel

Torn between what you should do and what actually feels right
Unsure how to make business decisions that align with your values
Burned out or disconnected from your original mission
Ready to build your business around peace, purpose, and authenticity

Reflection Prompts from This Episode

When was the last time you felt truly proud or fulfilled in your work?
Who do you admire, and what values do they represent?
What situations leave you drained or frustrated — and which value might be missing there?
Which 3–5 core values feel like home to you?

Resources + Mentions

Psychology Today research on how identifying values increases fulfillment and reduces stress
Free Core Values Guide + Worksheet → coming soon at strategystudiobyriahjane.com
Connect with Riah Jane on Instagram → @ inspiredbyriahjane

Connect with Riah Jane & The Studio Circle

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