Building a Business With White Space and Trust

Coach Jackie welcomes small business attorney, author, speaker, and Wise Owl Academy founder Cheri Andrews, who shares her background as a wife of 41 years, mother of three, and grandmother of three.

They discuss the “I got it girl” mindset—rooted in survival, control, and perfectionism—and how it can block love, trust, and receiving support. Cheri describes growing up as the oldest of seven in an abusive alcoholic home, then later carrying responsibility through motherhood and work.

After losing her corporate job in late 2019, launching her law practice in March 2020, and facing ongoing financial pressure during COVID, she burned out, then intentionally redesigned her business to create white space, prioritize health and family, and let referrals and speaking drive clients. Key tak ...