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In this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, host Anna Campbell talks with Janine Friston of The Female Business Network. Janine shares 7 ways to increase visibility for introverted jewellers in business, covering how to show up on social media, how to get seen on Google, tips for face to face networking and more. The tips shared cover: Social media essentials Reels without you in Google Business Profile Online interaction Email marketing Blogging Networking https://femalebusinessnetwork.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/femalebusinessnetwork/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/janine-friston-connector-and-small-business-mentor/
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This week on the Jewellers Academy Podcast, host Jess sits down with award-winning jeweller Anelia Kuprina to dive into the fascinating journey of her career. Anelia shares the powerful moment she fell in love with jewellery-making and how her education shaped the jeweller she is today. She reflects on her early experiences as a bench worker with prestigious jewellers in London’s West End and Hatton Garden, where she mastered essential skills like soldering, repairs, and remodelling. These formative years led her to compete—and win—at the renowned Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards in both 2008 and 2009.
Now the founder of her own bespoke jewellery business, Anelia Jewellery, she focuses on creating stunning fine jewellery commissions for her clients. In this episode, Anelia also offers an exclusive look behind the scenes of her role as a tutor in the all-new Jewellers Masterclass series, where she developed the exciting Decorative Collets masterclass.
Whether you’re a jewellery enthusiast, aspiring professional, or seasoned jeweller, this episode is packed with inspiration, insights, and career advice you won’t want to miss!
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In this week's episode of the podcast, we at Jewellers Academy introduce our brand-new advanced stone setting classes, the Jewellers Masterclasses, designed for experienced jewellers ready to enhance your skills. The conversation covers the structure of the masterclasses, the support provided, and highlights the projects: Decorative Collets, Fishtail Setting, and Tiara Wedding Bands. Anna Campbell and I talk about the importance of community and mentorship in the learning process, as well as the accessibility and pricing options for you. If you are an advanced level jeweller looking for your next challenge or your a beginner looking to be inspired, this episode is for you. Main takeaways The Jewellers Masterclasses from Jewellers Academy are designed for advanced jewelers. Community support is crucial for effective learning. Each masterclass focuses on specific advanced techniques. The three masterclasses are: Decorative Collets, Fishtail Setting and Tiara Wedding Band Participants will have lifetime access to course materials. Live Q&A sessions and a staffed Facebook group will enhance the learning experience. The classes are structured to fit into busy schedules. Pricing options include individual classes and a bundle discount.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Advanced Stone Setting Classes 01:36 Overview of the Jewellers Masterclasses 04:46 Support and Community in Learning 09:21 Project Highlights: Decorative Collets 16:28 Project Highlights: Fishtail Setting 23:00 Project Highlights: Tiara Wedding Bands 28:27 Pricing and Accessibility of Masterclasses Advanced Stone Setting Masterclasses from Jewellers Academy https://www.jewellersacademy.com/masterclass-bundle Watch the live Open Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxYd5LniZxI -
This week on the Jewellers Academy podcast, Jess is joined by jeweller and product photographer Karen Young. They discuss Karen's top 10 tips for getting great photos of your jewellery with your smartphone. Covering the basics like don't forget to clean your camera lens! They also cover lighting, equipment, how to plan your shots and more.
We would love you to join our free 5 day Jewellery Photography Challenge, starting on 16th September 2024 and you can find the daily prompts now on the link below so you can make a start. Plus right now, you can get 50% off our brand new Photographing Your Jewellery Using Your Smartphone online course packed with tips on photographing and editing your photos on your phone.Enrol on the course now, 50% off (limited time only)
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There are just 16 weeks until Christmas which is traditionally a busy time for jewellers. In this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, Jess and Anna Campbell discuss how to effectively prepare your jewellery business for the Christmas season, breaking down the actions by month sharing what to do and what not to do to have the best and most profitable Christmas yet.
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In this week's episode, host Elin Horgan chats to Emma Stanton, a jeweller from Hove, East Sussex. Emma shares her journey into jewellery making, which began 19 years ago after taking evening classes. She discusses how her design process evolved from early inspirations, such as the sea, to focusing on shapes and textures. Emma also reflects on the challenges of being self-taught, overcoming imposter syndrome, and her preference for working with materials directly rather than sketching. Her work often draws on ancient relics and natural elements, blending traditional techniques with her unique artistic vision.
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In this week's episode, Jess chats to Luke Brient, a jeweller who specialises in unisex jewellery featuring large gemstones and unique textures from sandcasting, shares his journey into the craft. Initially studying Industrial Design at Loughborough University, Luke turned to jewellery making during the COVID-19 lockdown, inspired by a stint working at a jewellery packaging company. He discusses his process, including his early experiments with 3D printing and sandcasting, and how his business grew primarily through Instagram, starting with friends and family. Today, Luke's business is mostly bespoke, with customers drawn to his distinctive style, though his collections serve as a guide for those seeking custom pieces.
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In this week's episode, host Kim Thompson chats to Katie Tovey-Grindlay, a social media and marketing coach with a unique journey. Katie shares how she transitioned from running a local dog walking and home boarding business to becoming a social media coach. Katie emphasises the importance of authenticity in her work, particularly as someone who is neurodiverse. She discusses the challenges of maintaining a professional facade and how embracing her true self, despite potential judgment, has been crucial for her business and personal growth. The conversation also touches on the benefits of collaboration over competition, and the value of being genuine in a world often focused on appearances.
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In this week's episode, Jess and Elin Horgan delve into the art of wax carving, a technique used in jewellery making to create detailed designs that are later cast into metals like silver or gold.
The episode also highlights Elin's updated courses on wax carving, which include a Level 1 workshop covering basic ring and pendant making, and a Level 2 course focused on stone setting in wax. These courses are designed to help both beginners and experienced jewellers enhance their skills. Jess and Elin discuss the benefits of wax carving, such as its low cost and the ease with which material can be removed, making it a fun and meditative process.
Want to give Wax Carving a try? Wax Carving Level 1 is just £89 for lifetime access to the online course and is currently available at 50% off, just £44.50. Don't wait, the offer ends on 9th August 2024. And Wax Carving Level 2 is coming very soon.
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In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, host Anna Campbell is speaking with counsellor Alison Hughes. If you love jewellery making but struggle with the business side of selling your jewellery this episode is for you.
They discuss the issues that can come up for jewellers in business including procrastination, fear of self-promotion and more. Alison talks about the different parts of the self and how they can be in conflict which can lead to problems with making progress. She also gives practical tips and advice for working on yourself and your money story.About Alison
Alison Hughes is a counsellor, working with women from burnout to breakthrough. With over a decade of experience, working in various health trusts and private counselling, Alison now specialises in working with women who recognise that they are far from where they want to be and want to help to get there fast.
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In this week's episode, Jess interviews Emily Little, the owner of The Little Wedding Jeweller, who shares her unique journey from wellness to jewellery making. Emily discusses how her experience running a wellness centre led to burnout, prompting her to seek new forms of self-care.
She found solace in jewellery making, which became a therapeutic outlet and a new career path. Emily reflects on how her interest in crafting beach-inspired jewellery evolved through an online diploma in silver jewellery at Jewellers Academy, a course that equipped her with the skills to create fine jewellery.
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In this week's episode, host Elin Horgan talks to Rachel Connor, a writer and transformational life and creativity coach. The discussion delves into the essence of creativity, exploring its broad and deep significance beyond traditional artistic practices.
Rachel Connor shares her journey from academia to becoming a creativity coach, highlighting her belief that creativity is an inherent human trait essential for self-expression and connection. She discusses her work with various creatives and non-creatives, emphasising that creativity can manifest in many forms, from artistic practices to everyday activities.
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In this week's episode, host Kim Thomson chats to Natalie Watson from Erinna Jewellery. Natalie creates jewellery inspired by Greek Mythology and is passionate about offering size and disability-inclusive jewellery.
She reflects on her remarkable journey so far, going from signing up for the Diploma in Silver Jewellery at the Jewellers Academy with no previous experience to selling jewellery in John Lewis stores only months after completing the course. Natalie emphasises the importance of pursuing one's creative passions and learning at one's own pace, particularly valuing the inclusive and supportive environment provided by Jewellers Academy.
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In this week's episode, host Elin Horgan talks to Victoria Thomas, a freelance digital marketing specialist. Victoria, who focuses on SEO and Google Ads, discusses the importance of search engine optimisation (SEO) for small businesses. She explains that SEO is about enhancing a website's visibility on search engines like Google, which helps drive more traffic, improve user experience, and ultimately boost sales. Victoria also outlines seven key reasons why SEO is crucial, including understanding customer needs, building a stronger brand, and providing long-term success.
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This week on the podcast, host Anna Campbell is talking with Kirsty Maynor all about change. Kirsty Maynor is the Founder and CEO of The Firefly Group. She is a certified coach and leadership expert with decades of experience and the best-selling author of "Untangled, a practical and inspirational guide to change we choose and change we don't'
In this conversation, Anna and Kirsty talk all about change, including why we may feel threatened by change, even positive change. They also talk about the change skills to develop to help you navigate your life.What do we mean by change?
Why does change, even good changes, often feel threatening/bad? What emotions can come up?The change skills:
Becoming friends with vulnerability
Discover your courage
Finding your purpose
Honouring your values
Practicing self care
Living with self compassionAbout Kirsty
Founder and CEO of The Firefly Group, Kirsty Maynor has more than 25 years’ experience as a Change and Leadership Specialist and is the Author of bestseller "Untangled: a practical and inspirational guide to change we choose and change we don't". Specialists in organisational culture change and leadership development, The Firefly Group was founded in 2011 and has supported over ten thousand leaders across various sectors, fostering better futures for their organisations and stakeholders.
Kirsty is a Certified Co-active Coach, accredited with the International Coaching Federation, and a certified facilitator of Dare to Lead™. She holds an MSc in Organisational Behaviour and has tutored MSc students at the University of Edinburgh. Living in Edinburgh, Kirsty is the first Scottish member of the elite global Transformational Leadership Council.
Her bestselling book, "Untangled, a practical and inspirational guide to change we choose and change we don't," was published in late November 2023 and offers readers both proactive insights and a compassionate approach to embracing life's inevitable changes.
As a single mum who raised a now-university-aged teenager while growing a successful business coaching senior leaders, Kirsty has the studies, research, and lived experience to debunk myths about handling change and navigating both chosen and unchosen life events.
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This week on the podcast, host Kim Thomson talks with Charlotte Smith. Char is a trained HGV mechanic, welding tutor and jeweller. She is passionate about foraging metals, giving new life to discarded items. Char is on a mission to help stop women from being intimidated by tools and to promote safe tool use and confidence.
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In this week's episode, Jess chats to Elsa Tierney, an award-winning jeweller and goldsmith based in the UK. Elsa, who also has a background in sculpture and art, shares her journey into jewellery making, which began in childhood with crafting hair braids and bangles. Her passion led her to study textiles and fine art, eventually focusing on jewellery. She discusses her book, "Art of Wax," and recounts her career challenges, including overcoming epilepsy and finding affordable studio space.
Now, as a successful jeweller, she continues to innovate and educate, offering classes and maintaining an inclusive studio environment. Her story underscores the importance of resilience and the value of creating supportive spaces within the creative industry.
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The deadline to sign up for a Jewellery Diploma course with Jewellers Academy is fast approaching. You have until midnight on Friday 7th June to get yourself on the list. In this week's podcast, Jessica Rose is talking with Community Manager Anna Campbell all about the ten reasons to join a Diploma this year. If you've been on the fence about it do have a listen so you can decide whether one of the four Diploma courses is right for you.
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In this week's episode, Jess chats with Sara Arnold, a student in the inaugural year of the diploma in silver metal clay. Sara shares her journey into jewellery making, which began when she repaired a beaded necklace from Egypt. Her passion grew, leading her to explore silversmithing and eventually discover metal clay during the lockdown. She expresses her enthusiasm for the diploma, highlighting the new techniques and challenges she faced, which significantly improved her craftsmanship.
Sara details her positive experiences with the diploma, mentioning how it provided her with essential tools and techniques she wasn't previously aware of, enhancing her jewellery making skills. She also values the camaraderie with fellow students and the insights gained from expert mentors on the silver metal clay diploma.
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In this week's episode, Jess chats to Kelly Twigg, a jeweller known for her sea glass jewellery and active presence on Instagram. Kelly discusses her journey from a Navy career to becoming a self-employed jewellery maker. Kelly's Instagram success, boasting over 30,000 followers, is attributed to her authentic and engaging approach, sharing not just her work but also personal aspects of her life, which resonates with her audience. She emphasizes the value of community and genuine connections over merely using Instagram as a marketing tool. Kelly has enrolled on the Diploma in Silver Jewellery starting in September 2024. She talks about why she make this choice, despite being an established jeweller, so she can practice and hone her skills.
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