i’m so glad you’re here
Pull up a seat. Get cozy. Grab a warm cup of coffee (and - no - not the one waiting for you in the microwave you’ve already reheated three times today!). Ok, ready? Time for some real talk.
Tell me something, friend. How often do you toss and turn at night wrestling with this knowing in your soul that you’re made for more? How many times during the weekly mundane and the daily grind do you wonder if there’s something else? Maybe you’re a rockstar stay-at-home mom or a kick-a** corporate 9-to-5 gal, but there’s still this calling in your heart to uncover your deep-rooted purpose and share your God-given gifts with this great big world that needs all your goodness!
Here’s the thing: chasing that nudge before you even know what you’re doing is the very best way to learn what you don’t yet know. And, lucky for you, it’s my passion to serve a community of dreamers and doers like you (yes, that includes YOU) with tangible how-to’s and transparent teachings. From my 1-day events and 30-minute vision calls to multi-day retreats and everything in between, you’ll hear honest and open vulnerability from me (and sometimes others) about how to take that passion seriously and create with it a successful business. And when you need a girl to fan that flame of belief in you, I’ll be her, too! Your very own cheerleader!
I’ve learned that too many women think their dream business is unattainable, so I’m on a personal mission to clear out any limiting beliefs and show you how to lean into the unknown.
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Andrea [rae] Hanson
former teacher turned
boutique owner +
landlord +
business mentor
my entrepreneur story
Hey there! Hi! I’m Andrea. And I’m a mom, wife, millennial, introvert, enneagram 3, recovering people pleaser, and serial entrepreneur. That last part is new-ish, and it’s so dang fun! I taught high school math for 12 years and absolutely lived for it! Everything felt aligned. I loved my job, my students, and my co-workers. I had a master’s degree in education and planned to be a lifer. But God had a sense of humor when He dropped an opportunity in my lap right at the height of my teaching career.
BUSINESS ONE
During my twelfth year, I surprised myself and became a part-time virtual wellness coach. It quickly ignited a fire from a spark I didn’t realize existed in me. Even though I knew very little about running a business, I jumped high and hard! I suddenly had a growing platform to empower others and get paid with zero financial ceiling. I was completely hooked!
That same year, my gut nudged me again toward an even bigger leap of faith. A leap away from comfort, confidence, and skill. After lots and lots of prayer, I followed that nudge to leave teaching in June 2016 and pursue wellness coaching full-time. It was absolutely thrilling and life-giving to be my own boss. And not only was I helping others develop healthier routines, I was also empowering women on my team to do the same. It was a true dream!
But it didn’t end there!
BUSINESS TWO
A little over a year into working from home as a coach, a second unexpected door opened when a friend-turned-mentor asked me to open an online boutique. She was successfully running her own store from her home through live sales on facebook, and she wanted others to share the same success. She showed me everything she learned, and I paid her a small percent of my profits. Business number two was born!
I said yes to the opportunity because of the time-freedom of working from home, and my boutique was able to spring years ahead with the support and experience of my mentor. I turned a profit immediately from following her model. But my heart knew I wanted a brick-and-mortar, so I jumped at the chance to open my first storefront in October 2018.
Before I knew how to process payroll.
Before I knew how to merchandise a store.
Before I knew how to order enough product to keep racks full.
Before I knew how to negotiate a commercial lease.
So many pieces I didn’t yet know, but I leaped anyway!
Had I waited to know all the things, I would not have a store. Instead, I began to follow my heart when making business decisions, and the logistics just got figured out along the way. As long as I follow my joy, the pieces always fall into place.
My boutique mentor and I are no longer fiscally connected, which makes my store 100% my own. I still owe my success to her. And it’s because I had a mentor that I have been able to bring in seven-figure sales in a very short time.
BUSINESS THREE
With that success, my entrepreneur journey continued onward to a third business tailored to property management when I bought a commercial building, gutted the vacant second floor, built four rental apartments, and restored a historic landmark to its former glory. You see, each leap of faith has led to another!
BUSINESS FOUR
Why am I sharing all these details? Because it’s so important for you to know that YOU can jump, too, and from any starting point! Regardless of how crazy or farfetched your dream may seem, I’m humbly here to tell you I’m living proof it is totally and entirely possible. And I’m beyond excited and ready to show you how!
This is exactly why my fourth and most purpose-driven business was birthed! RAE (ReAligned Entrepreneurs) exists to pour my love for small business into your brain. A brain that might be swirling with doubt, questions, excitement, fear, passion, or even imposter syndrome. But if it’s in your heart, you’re made to do it. Let me help you step out in faith as you embark on your first leap. I cannot wait to see where it leads you!
Client Testimonials
Breanna Mueller
Attending the first ever RAE event made me confident that I will sign up for every event Andrea hosts because she provides the best experience while helping you navigate where you want to go from where you’re at. These events provide clarity, inspiration and empowerment to go forward and create your best entrepreneurial self in any business journey!
Kelsey Meyer
I've come up with my dream on my own, but found it easy to lose drive and ambition to chase that dream. Getting it back was becoming tough by myself. Being surrounded by other dream- inspired women in all different places of their journey really helped fuel that drive back up. This event really opened my eyes up to the importance of surrounding yourself with people and content that are reflections of your goals & dreams. Insights, ideas, material, support- it's all there in a way that will feel like a hug and a nudge at the same time.
Lexi Dahling
Being uncomfortable means you're growing and saying yes to investing in Andrea’s coaching may be uncomfortable at first but you will never level up if you stay stuck where you are. Weeks after investing in one of her events she helped me open my own brick and mortar spot for my boutique. Working with Andrea makes you as an entrepreneur realize how valued and important your inner voice is.
Candace Dudley
Working with Andrea was my first big entrepreneurial investment in myself. It was an incredible experience! From getting to learn from women who are ahead of me and also brainstorming with women at my level, I loved the insights that wouldn’t have happened on my own. I have immediate actions I can take after leaving this event. I’m now connected to a network of business women that were all eager and ready to cheer for each other, and that is priceless! I couldn’t recommend attending the next event more. It will change your life and boost your confidence in yourself!
Sadie Linnihan-Vogen
Andrea has a beautiful knack for seeing the potential in others and helping them see it and believe it for themselves, too. She’s the kind of person who effortlessly fills your cup to the brim with heart-nudging, soul-stretching goodness. And her knowledge for business building and entrepreneurial coaching is unmatched. She even created a perfectly fitting business idea for me before I knew it existed. I literally had to google the definition, and now I’m almost a year into my business with a steady flow of clients. I whole-heartedly recommend investing in a way to connect with her!
