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A personal, off-the-cuff, HONEST look at how I did in my business in 2024.
Including:
How much REVENUE we made (and how I’m feeling about it)How I was able to take a whopping 81 paid days off - a completely different measure of successThe truth about growth and self-healing - it’s not all peaceful meditation, in fact it can be incredibly tough emotionallyMy biggest lessons that I want to share with you this year:
1) Fear never really goes away
2) Transitions take so much longer than we think
3) The thing that makes things hard is when we EXPECT that it should be better
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I posted this (kinda salty) Instagram Reel back in May… and boy did people have feelings about it. [Please please please be kind if you're going to comment there!]
Everyone says they want more “authenticity” on social media.
But what happens when you show up as your imperfect, un-polished self on social media… and people don’t like it?
This is a SUPER IMPORTANT episode for anyone who wants to show up more, but you’re terrified of what people might say.
I share:
Why this Reel might have been triggering (Was I really an ungrateful, braggy b*tch?)Why I posted it anyway, even though I knew it might be controversial The crucial lessons for any business owner wanting to show up more unfiltered on social mediaYou know what makes social media hard? Pretending to be someone you’re not. I hope this episode inspires you to do less of that, and more of being your brave, true self.
***Previous Episodes about me f*cking up on social media: Episode 44 and Episode 45
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What if calligraphy is your “thing”, but not necessarily the “thing” that your towns all about? Kind of makes it hard to seek out customers, right? Wrong!
Engraving & Live Event Calligraphy - how executing a craft with a higher price point can help cut down on the stress of finding a large client baseTeaching (even online!) – why sharing your craft can introduce your area to calligraphy & create unique opportunities for workshops (calligraphy on the farm, anyone?)Digital Work – tips on expanding your work via digitizing to increase your client baseSmall Town Connections – how to use local businesses & shops to your advantage!
Whether it’s, “There’s too MUCH competition in my area!”, or “There’s no demand in my area!”, your brain will ALWAYS find ways to cast doubt about being successful.
On this episode of The Shinah Show, I’m sharing my best strategies for finding clients and work despite being in a small town (or one that has NO idea what calligraphy is…). I’m breaking it down into 4 areas of work to explore, including:I’ve had plenty of students who live in the middle of nowhere and have still found a way to turn a profit with their calligraphy skills. Don’t let the size of your town be the reason that holds you back – because if you truly WANT something, you must put in the work to get there!
Don't forget - The Holiday Shop is open now through December 17th, 2024! It has our best course deals of the year & exclusive bonuses! We’re offering 50% off our workbooks, mini-course, and course trainings we rarely open to the public (including our brand new engraving course!) - all of which can help take your business to the next level! Click HERE to score all these amazing deals right now!FREE WORKSHOP:
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I recently asked on my social media for podcast topic ideas - and wow did you guys deliver!
What the 'lower' paying calligraphy skills what differentiates them from the higher paying calligraphy skillsExamples of the products typically produced in each skillsetThe skills that take your calligraphy from pen & paper to the next level (and how it can expand your business exponentially)7 categories of "high paying" calligraphy jobs that can demand top dollarHow to develop a solid plan to grow your business & manage the 'big picture' stress that can overwhelm so many business owners
On today's episode of The Shinah Show, I'm sharing one student's struggles with getting her business up and running (and profitable!). She reached out because she is trying to be strategic in her products and offerings to ensure she can actually make money. Does she go for the place cards & gift tags, or focus on the bigger jobs with. more complexity?
This is where there is a BIG divide in the industry - lower skillset products & services vs. higher paying jobs. While one is easier to produce and has a lower barrier of entry, the other requires more time, effort & finesse. So how do you know which one is RIGHT for your business?
Join me as I examine these two highly different niches of the calligraphy industry and discuss:I'm so excited to delve into this topic and show you just how many different ways you can utilize calligraphy!
Graphic Artists Guild Handbook, 16th Edition: Pricing & Ethical Guidelines
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**This episode is a replay of episode 48. It has been updated to reflect current course sales & promotions**
The demand for calligraphy workshops (and people to teach them!) is alive and well. BUT I’ve heard from SO many of you that you’re itching to host your own workshops- but paralyzed at the laundry list of to do’s that forms even before signing up your first attendee.
WHY you should teach calligraphy workshopsHow ‘good’ you have to be to teach (spoiler alert- the BEST calligraphers aren’t necessarily the best teachers!)My tips for how to price your workshops, where to host them (sausage restaurants, anyone??), and how to utilize them to grow your business in so many ways!
I want more of you to feel EMPOWERED to teach your own classes!! So in this week’s episode, I’m breaking down my own experience teaching workshops, including:I’ve packed all this information plus SO much more into my online course “How to Teach Calligraphy Workshops” which is on sale RIGHT NOW in Crooked Calligraphy’s Holiday Shop - open November 13th - December 17th 2024!
The Holiday Shop has our best course deals of the year & exclusive bonuses! We’re offering 50% off our workbooks, mini-course, and course trainings we rarely open to the public (including our brand new engraving course!).
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Brand activations (aka “Live Event Calligraphy”) can be a super fun & lucrative job in the calligraphy industry – if you’ve got the skills to deliver the goods!
The 3 ways you can go about getting hired for events The many unique calligraphy applications you can stack in your skillset & offer (everything from heat foiling to wood burning and beyond!)How much you can expect to be paid for a variety of jobs & your talent levelWhy “understanding your role” is the MOST important part of the job & how professionalism can lead to you being in-demand by brands
Brands frequently collaborate with calligraphers to personalize their products with everything from pointed pens & brush pens, to glass engraving, at live in-person events. As far as locations? They are only limited by your imagination! Both my students & I have been hired for activations at duty-free shops in the airport, food & wine events, weddings, plenty of department stores, fancy boutiques, and even liquor store events!
Join me on this episode of “The Shinah Show” as I share my tactical tips for landing, executing, & being in-demand live calligraphy events, including:Activations can often be intimidating if you haven’t done them – which is why I’m taking you behind the scenes and pulling back the curtain on the industry standards & practices so YOU can be set up for success!
In the coming weeks, I’ll also be exploring the courses that are going to be in my “Holiday Shop” (opening soon!) and sharing more tactical advice on the podcast about how to utilize them to break into the world of calligraphy!FREE WORKSHOP:
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Yep, you read that title right.
The many phases of Crooked Calligraphy and how I derived confidence during each of themThe most strategic things I spent money on Why your business should never determine your worthWhat one thing studies are showing is the most important in peoples’ lives (and how I’ve started to incorporate it into my own)
If you thought the idea & success of Crooked Calligraphy just fell into my lap, you might wanna settle in for an eye-opening episode.
In October of 2013, depressed and burnt out, I flat out quit my 6-figure job as a corporate lawyer and went from a completely independent & successful career woman, to living in my best friend’s spare bedroom with NO direction in my life. It took me nearly 4 years of rest, resetting, and a whole lot of trial and error until I could even turn a decent profit and finally feel “successful”.
I rode the prosperous wave and threw myself all-in to Crooked Calligraphy –generating over $1 million in revenue – before I decided to blow my life up all over again.
Join me on this episode of The Shinah Show as I share my 11-year journey of highs & lows in the world of entrepreneurship, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way including:
Make sure you stick around until the end to hear what the current phase of my business is looking like– and what my husband building a 20’x30’ dance floor in my backyard has to do with it 😉
Link to Episode 102 - "Lawyer to Calligrapher - My Story"FREE WORKSHOP:
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“Us small business owners are over here thinking that if we make a mistake, if we have a failure, if something doesn’t go the way we wanted it to… it means something catastrophic about us.”
The LONG list of BIG business owners who have burnt millions of dollars trying to establish successful businesses (you won’t believe some of these names)How your failures in business don't determine your self-worthJust how many times I have started and failed to create a thriving businessWhy we need to “normalize” failure
Most businesses statistically fail. So how do the other businesses succeed you ask? Because most of them are products of business owners who have failed previously.
In Silicon Valley, failed businesses are considered a badge of honor. However, as female small business owners, oftentimes we beat ourselves up over the slightest tinge of failure (especially those of us who are perfectionists). We need to STOP beating ourselves up when we screw up!
In this episode of The Shinah Show, I’m sharing with you my best advice for reframing your mindset and picking yourself up when the inevitable bump in the road occurs. We’ll dive into:There is only one way to learn business – by DOING it. No amount of research and reading will replace the tangible, hands-on learning that must take place to successfully establish a company. So, get out there and move through it – even if its messy & uncomfortable – and create your own badges of honor.
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Starting a business isn’t necessarily hard because of the knowledge you need to run it. But rather because you need to look inside yourself and find the courage and strength to face the hard things.Let that sink in for a minute. Because that’s just one of the lessons I’ve learned throughout my 9 years of entrepreneurship.
On today’s episode of The Shinah Show, I’m sharing with you the 3 biggest mistakes I made when starting out – because more than anything, I want to teach other budding entrepreneurs what REALLY matters when you’re just getting your feet on the ground.
I’m breaking down not only the biggest, but the toughest lessons I had to learn, including:
Why your opinion of what’s ‘sellable’ doesn’t really matterHow doing allll the things is sometimes less productive (and can lead to burnout)What planting seeds and business have in common (stick with me on this one!)
And if you’re feeling lost in the overwhelm that comes with saying ‘yes’ to becoming your own boss, you are so not alone – and I want to share some words of wisdom with you.
My Biz Webinar showcases my very best tips & tricks to establish your own business (in only 6 months nonetheless), and its all yours – for FREE. Click below to watch it until Sunday, October 20th 2024!
This is all leading up to the start of my Holiday Sales Bootcamp starting Sunday, October 20th 2024 as well, where I’ll be personally guiding this session’s students from product inception, to sale! Click HERE for all the details!FREE WORKSHOP:
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Montine has been my life-coach for 10 years. She leads a magical, creative, laughter-filled, self-love-incuding practice called Intuition Painting.
And she needs your help, because her beautiful studio in Asheville, North Carolina was recently decimated by Hurricane Helene.
Montine helped me transform from a miserable, uptight, judgmental corporate lawyer to hopeful, deeply-feeling, open-armed creative. She's the perfect mix of compassionate, intuitive spirituality and biz-expert, impeccably boundaried BADASS.I could not recommend her more highly.
Montine has had to cancel nearly all of her retreats for the rest of the year. So she asked me to help spread the word about the Intuition Painting classes that are left.If Intuition Painting (or transformative life and business coaching) is something you're interested in... please visit crookedcalligraphy.com/intuitionpainting to learn about working with Montine.
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“Even top ranked tennis players win barely more than half the points they play.” - Shinah
Why we need to redefine our outdated, elementary way of "grading" our business successes, and how it sets the total WRONG standardHow to reframe your mindset & realize there is no one measure of “success”How messing up makes me HUMAN, and why me doing so shows my students that its OK to screw up (and not take things so seriously!)The embarrassing, unfortunate, and silly mistakes I have made throughout the past 10 years of this whole small-business-entrepreneurship journey I’m on
In today’s episode, I’m going to totally transform the way you think about business “mistakes” and “failures.” ‘Cause way too many of us go into business thinking you’ve gotta be close to perfect.
Even Roger Freakin’ Federer, a world-renowned tennis player, barely won HALF his points while playing matches. BUT the key to his success was the fact that he did not focus on the points he lost. Instead, he let go of those past mistakes, took a breath, and chose to tackle the present moment - one point at a time.
On this episode of The Shinah Show, join me to learn:Business is just like life – you’re never going to get it perfect (and you shouldn’t have to!). Its messy, full of highs and lows, and sometimes uncomfortable – but hey, we’re all finding our way through it and getting better at it one day at a time.
Interested in starting your own calligraphy journey (and want some help with those messy, imperfect moments?). Come join me for my free workshop – let’s do some brave things together ❤️
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"If you only measure business success in dollars... you'll never be satisfied, because you're never acknowledging the things that are actually making your life better." - Shinah
I just got back from my honeymoon trip to Paris and had a realization about why my business feels like a slam-dunk SUCCESS to me right now... despite me not reaching my goals in my last course launch.
Listen in to hear:
- High and lows of my honeymoon to Paris
- The unexpected reason I was dreading the return to my business
- The one thing I always give myself after every vacation... that feels like REAL SUCCESS to me
I hope this episode will help you to step back and realize you're probably more successful than you realize... and it's time to measure, acknowledge, and celebrate those successes, so you have the confidence and inspiration to KEEP GOING!FREE WORKSHOP:
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“We’re not satisfied with the quality of your calligraphy, so we won’t be paying you.”
Battling our obsession with perfection (and how it’s actually self-centeredness)How to reframe your brain when it starts to catastrophizeThe best way to shake off a bad experience, and take it with a grain of salt
Yes, that was actually said to me. And naïve, inexperienced Shinah hadn’t gotten payment upfront – so all my work ended up being for nothing. Sucks, right?
I recently shared this experience with my Calligraphy Biz Inner Circle members. Not to teach them about payment standards, but to remind them that client’s opinions can be brutal. But at the end of the day, they are just that – OPINIONS.
Join me this episode as I share the advice I gave my Inner Circle about:
Make sure you stick around and see what ended up happening with this client (you won’t believe the twist of events!).FREE WORKSHOP:
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“My life is always crazy and I’m running all over the place. I do so much for everyone else but calligraphy is something to call my own….and that is a feeling I didn’t even know I needed.”
Calligraphy has boosted her self-confidence and given her a sense of PURPOSE in lifeShe got into teaching calligraphy workshops, on her own schedule, that brings in amazing extra income each monthShe’s surprising herself all the time and blowing her own mind with how much joy she’s able to bring into other peoples’ lives.
Danielle Williams is a BUSY person. She’s a full-time caregiver to her mother who has dementia, and a part-time healthcare worker. She never considered herself a “creative” person… and now she’s bringing in $300-1,200 PER MONTH with her calligraphy business!
Listen to learn how:Danielle was a delight to talk to, and our conversation helps remind us all that even if you don't think you’re a “creative” person, you’re probably wrong! You’d be surprised at what you can find within yourself when you dig a little deeper.
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A concrete six-month PLAN you can follow to go from calligraphy beginner, to starting your own calligraphy business!
This is the roadmap I wish I had when I first started, because it tells you
1) The crucial building blocks and priorities to focus on, and
2) What you can ignore (despite "experts" telling you otherwise)
If you want the BEST GUIDANCE and MENTORSHIP possible on your calligraphy journey, our Pro Calligrapher Bundle of courses is open through this Friday, September 13, 2024!
--> It's a complete education in CALLIGRAPHY + BUSINESS... all in one, expertly-taught package, for just USD $997.FREE WORKSHOP:
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“I’m still afraid to put myself out there because now there are so many more experienced calligraphers than there were back then.” - Shinah
Today I’m talking about one of the biggest fears that keeps calligraphers from putting themselves out there – competition.When you’re just starting out, you may think that NO ONE will want to pay you for your calligraphy – but in reality, you are so wrong. Not everyone wants to spend thousands of dollars to address their wedding invitations in calligraphy (but perhaps they ARE willing to spend a few hundred on an up-and-coming calligrapher who has the skills to get the job done).
Join me on this episode of “The Shinah Show” as I share real life examples of beginner calligraphers who landed well-paying jobs just by putting themselves out there (and how they did it!). I’m also sharing the fears I hear from students all the time, and how to:
Ditch the “calligraphy bubble” & the lies it tells your brain Quit catastrophizing (and why it’s successes worst enemy)Set yourself apart from “all the other calligraphers”Focus on the non-financial benefits of a creative side-hustle to motivate you, and help you think less “black and white”, and more about what’s possible if you just step a little out of your comfort zoneI have met COUNTLESS students who have feared competition & putting themselves out there. But once they did, they never looked back (and were soooo happy they did it!). I hope this episode inspires you to pursue your creative passions and be your truest self.
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Let's tackle those fears together!!
We're right in the middle of my “Newbie To Pro Calligrapher” Challenge - and there's still plenty of time to jump in! Lessons & videos will remain posted in our Facebook Group. so you can catch up on your own time! Join HERE so you don’t miss the free lessons, daily prizes, and tactical business tips.FREE WORKSHOP:
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“I’m no longer afraid to put myself out there... Because of my hearing loss, I’ve always been a little intimidated by new people. But calligraphy has given me a great deal of confidence. And I’m proud of my work.” - Amanda Nicole Borne
Today, I’m talking to my student Amanda - a substitute teacher and calligraphy biz owner who is also dealing with progressive hearing loss.There’s SO MUCH VALUE in our conversation, including:
How calligraphy has provided connection and confidence, despite hearing lossCreative ways to get calligraphy jobs that I’ve NEVER HEARD of before - with NO social media!How Amanda is using the profits from her calligraphy biz (hint: it involves international travel and life-threatening surgery for her husband)Amanda took our calligraphy courses during the pandemic, despite both her and her husband losing their jobs… and she says the investment was “Absolutely worth it. It’s not like taking a trip, where you do it once and then only have the memories. I learned a SKILL that I can use for the rest of my life.”
Find Amanda at LoveLettersByAmandaCalligraphy.com
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Life is ALWAYS going to get in the way of your dreams. There I said it.
I recently hosted my 'Calligraphy Business Inner Circle', where I gathered with a small group of students for an 8-week intensive to set them on their path towards entrepreneurship.
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As we’re coming down the home stretch, one of the biggest roadblocks we hit was, “life is getting in the way”. Family, friends, work, taking care of YOURSELF… ALL of it swallows up your time. I get it - even 20 minutes a day can seem overwhelming.
But you know what I told them? You have to carve that shit out – because you will not find it waiting for you at the end of the day.
Join me in this episode as I share some “tough love” with my students (and all of you!) and give them a reality check (& a little kick in the rear) about their priorities, time management, and making “emotionally risky” decisions.
Starting a business might be uncomfortable, and it might take sacrifices. But you have to take back your POWER, and control over your life, if you want to truly take this path. Life can’t just ’happen’ to you, you have to live it.
If you're ready to take back your POWER, my BIGGEST free training is right around the corner! My “Newbie To Pro Calligrapher” Challenge starts September 2nd, and registration is open! Join HERE so you don’t miss out on any of the fun (free lessons, live trainings taught by yours truly, and did someone say awesome prizes?!?). See you there!
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In a not-so-distant time ago, I was cowering under my fancy corporate lawyer desk praying no one would find me. I was miserable and dreaded waking up and going to work every day.
So I quit, and started working for myself – and then completely burned out and quit that too for a while. So when someone asks me, “Do you regret entrepreneurship?”, that is a VERY good question.
It has taken me being employed & self-employed to see that most people tend to think the grass is greener on the other side. But what if I said it’s really all an illusion?
Join me in this week's episode of The Shinah Show as I share my real time realizations from each perspective in the areas of:
Money – the stability of a salary vs. the potential for big wins (and big losses)Time – being on someone else’s timeline with a finite end to the day vs. having the freedom to create your own workday (but work always following you home)Determination – having someone motivate & praise you for a job well done vs. being your own boss and motivating yourself to get things doneWhichever path you take, you still might feel as if you’re “missing out”. However, life is full of seasons – and you can change your mind and explore your options at ANY time. Remember, it doesn’t always have to be one or the other - you can find your own balance between the two that works for your life.
And if you want to grow and explore the possibilities out there, my BIGGEST free training is right around the corner! My “Newbie To Pro Calligrapher” Challenge starts September 3rd, but registration is open! Join HERE so you don’t miss out on any of the fun (free lessons, live trainings taught by yours truly, and did someone say awesome prizes?!?). See you there!
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Not many people realize calligraphy goes WAYYYY beyond weddings – and is growing exponentially in almost every place possible.
How these unique projects found their way into my portfolioSome of the new categories & places calligraphy has started to appear that you’d NEVER think was possibleWhy networking is such a powerful toolWays to expand your thinking and find unique jobs outside of the wedding industry
From presidential (and royal) calligraphers, to highly specialized pieces for celebrities & T.V. shows (Bridgerton anyone?), simple “pen and paper” items only scratch the surface of this industry – as well as the things I’ve made throughout my 9 years as a professional calligrapher.
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 of the COOLEST projects I’ve had the pleasure of penning. I’m also diving into:In a world that is busy making technological advances every second, so many people are looking for ways to slow down and return to the simple ways of the past – and calligraphy fits the bill for just that. I hope this episode opens your eyes as to just some of cool the places calligraphy can take you (and make you money!).
**And if you want to learn how to begin your journey in this growing industry, my free webinar is the BEST place to start! Sign up HERE to get access to my hour-long training that will show you exactly what you need to do to get your foot in the door!**FREE WORKSHOP:
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