Most people use Human Design for personal growth…
But what if you could take it further – and use it to transform how you work, lead, and build a business that actually supports your life?
In this episode of Pulse on Human Design, we dive into BG5 – the official business application of Human Design – and why it matters if you want real, sustainable success without burning out.
Meet the Expert Behind the System
Vanessa is joined by Karen Sherwood, one of the leading educators behind BG5 and a driving force in bringing this system into the business world.
This isn’t surface-level insight. This is about understanding how you’re truly wired to operate – and using that to your advantage.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode
We break down what BG5 really is, how it differs from traditional Human Design, and how it reveals your natural strengths in leadership, collaboration, and decision-making.
- What BG5 is and where it comes from
- The key differences between Human Design and BG5 in business
- How to align your career with your natural energy
- Why team dynamics and collaboration are the real leverage points
- How to grow and scale without burnout
Why This Matters
If you’ve ever felt like traditional business advice doesn’t quite fit – you’re not wrong.
You’re not designed to do business like everyone else.
And when you start working with your design instead of against it… everything changes.
Your business isn’t meant to drain you — it’s meant to fuel your life.
Connect with Karen Sherwood
https://www.karensherwood.com/
https://prosperityshift.com/
https://bg5solutions.com/
BG5 Business Institute
All the Tools You Need to Build, Grow, and Scale Your Human Design and Astrology Business
Karen Sherwood
Founder of the BG5 Solutions Career
Specialist in Human Design for Business – Founder of the BG5 Solutions Career & Business Consulting Firm and Certified BG5 Instructor at the BG5 Business Institute
Vanessa Naja
Business Coach, Human Design Expert and Certified BG5 Consultant
Hi, I’m Vanessa Naja – a Human Design business mentor and certified BG5 Consultant. I help heart-centered entrepreneurs create meaningful success and lasting work-life balance by building businesses that feel good and make an impact.
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