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Episode 009 of The Creative Well Podcast Have you thought (seriously) about leaving your business? You’re not alone.
Today we are talking with Annette Thurmon, formerly of Chaviano Couture and now Azure Farm, about how she transitioned out of the wedding world and into something completely new. This is an important conversation no one is having. If you’ve ever considered leaving your business, seriously, or perhaps are thinking long-term about your business eventually closing, this episode is for you!
Let’s dive into Episode 009 of The Creative Well podcast! What was mentioned in today's episode:Azure Farm
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Episode 008 of The Creative Well Podcast I’m Answering Two Big Questions in One Episode
We start with a call-in question from Anna on how to get your first clients, and network in a new community, on a shoestring budget. Then, I guide you through the first four foundational steps for planning your best year yet!
All part of my Edit My Course challenge, which you can sign up for right here.
Let’s dive into Episode 008 of The Creative Well podcast! What was mentioned in today's episode:Join the Edit My Course Challenge here.
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Episode 007 of The Creative Well Podcast This Episode is about So Much More Than Branding
Today's special guest is Angela Mondloch of Saffron Avenue. Saffron Avenue is a design studio and online shop that is dedicated to crafting heartfelt brands, stylish websites, modern calligraphy, and creative resources that inspiring and intentional. Angela’s motto:
To never stop creating, to constantly stay curious, and to always inspire others through honesty and art.
Let’s dive into Episode 007 of The Creative Well podcast!(This is Part Two of our Conversation. Listen to Episode 006 for Part One!)
What was mentioned in today's episode:Learn more about Saffron Avenue here.
Check out Angela’s website and social media templates here.
Test out Angela’s website template here.
Follow Angela on Instagram.
Follow Angela on Pinterest.
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Episode 006 of The Creative Well Podcast This Episode is about So Much More Than Branding
Today's special guest is Angela Mondloch of Saffron Avenue. Saffron Avenue is a design studio and online shop that is dedicated to crafting heartfelt brands, stylish websites, modern calligraphy, and creative resources that inspiring and intentional. Angela’s motto:
To never stop creating, to constantly stay curious, and to always inspire others through honesty and art.
Let’s dive into Episode 006 of The Creative Well podcast!(This is Part One of our Conversation. Listen to Episode 007 for Part Two!)
What was mentioned in today's episode:Learn more about Saffron Avenue here.
Check out Angela’s website and social media templates here.
Test out Angela’s website template here.
Follow Angela on Instagram.
Follow Angela on Pinterest.
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Episode 005 of The Creative Well Podcast How to Truly ‘Master’ Social Media
In today’s episode I’m talking about how to have real influence, make decisions in your business that may seem unpopular but feel right and how to truly master your mental health and perspective in regards social media.
How? By sharing the story of how I deleted my Instagram account and about 10,000 followers back in 2015.
Not many people know this story because I haven’t shared it publicly. So why am I sharing it now? I think we’re at a point with Instagram where we are getting bored. In fact, I did some extensive research last year and found out that it’s not the algorithms or constant updates that is really pushing people away from the platform. We’re all just getting bored.
I think if I had shared this story a year or so ago people wouldn’t have understood because I think we were all much more emotionally tied to the platform pre-algorithm shift from chronological to whatever the heck they’re doing now.
Because we’re not so emotionally attached, and I’ll be talking about why that is a good thing, I think we’re ready to come back to or consider the platform, all social media platforms, as what it was always meant to be—a tiny glimpse into our lives, our businesses our personality, not the definition of those things.
Today I’ll be sharing my Instagram story, early truths about Instagram I fortunately learned that allowed me to have a less emotional approach to it all, why I deleted my account as opposed to just taking a break, why I think it was a good and bad idea, some best practices that you can use from my lessons learned and how to approach the platform in a positive and productive way.
So much to talk about, I cannot wait to get this conversation going with you!
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Episode 004 of The Creative Well Podcast Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Finding Your Self-Worth
Today's special guest is Ciarra Rouwhorst of Ciarra Claire. Ciarra is a self-taught artist and calligrapher who lives in Northern Michigan with her husband and studio pup. She spends her days illustrating custom invitations for weddings around the world. She loves handmade paper, wax seals, and chai lattes. Ciarra recently rebranded her business from Silver Fox Calligraphy to her namesake Ciarra Claire, embracing her role as an artist. She shares her wisdom on how to overcome imposter syndrome at any stage of your creative journey!
Let’s dive into Episode 004 of The Creative Well podcast! What was mentioned in today's episode:Learn more about Ciarra here.
Check out her shoppe.
Find her on Skillshare.
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Episode 003 of The Creative Well Podcast I'm answering two great questions in today's call-in episode!
Jessica Zimmerman of Zimmerman Events is back with a great question on how to get inspired about your business during time off, and Laura Kashner of Whitespace Magazine asks how to stay 'sharp' (love that she used that word) while on maternity leave. I'm so excited to roll up my sleeves and walk through how I stay inspired daily, weekly, quarterly and some specific pointers for both of these ladies. This is a good one, folks!
Let’s get started with Episode 003 of The Creative Well podcast! Q: How do you get inspired in your business during time off?A: I have habitual practices that keep me inspired all the time, but during a time off, I would suggest approaching it like a sabbatical — a real sabbatical.What is a Sabbatical
It is not...
A vacation orPutting up an away message so you can work on the next thingIt is...
Taking time away from your usual work To study something new or parallel to your work to, therefore, improve your workAnd it may involve travel, that could look like a vacation, And you may have a pause or away message on your business,But the sole purpose is to separate yourself from your regular routine/life and immerse yourself in something new to grow within your craft.Let me say it again:A sabbatical is not a vacation or putting up an away message to work on your next launch. Have a question? Call into the show hereMy Daily Habits for Creative & Business Inspiration
Morning PagesFrom Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, write 3 pages of a stream of consciousness the first thing when you wake up.MeditationIf I'm stuck, I do a walking meditation. If I'm overwhelmed, I do a stillness meditation.Audiobooks/PodcastListen to business education your peers ARE NOT listening too. Look outside, but parallel to your industry for inspiration.My Weekly Habits for Creative & Business Inspiration
Work out, HARDNot only for the physical benefits but working out hard a few times a week has been scientifically proven to improve critical thinking and cognition. 'Forgetting' about your problems helps you solve your problems. It has to do with your brainwaves and subconscious. Trust me, it's science. ;)***Check in with Your CommunityI forgot to mention this in the episode, but connecting with your community—finding an honest community which does NOT HAVE TO be within the creative world—will open you to new perspectives, ideas and ways of solving problems you may not have thought of.Monthly, I will go on a Personal Field Trip.
Another idea from The Artist's Way, a personal field trip is when you go experience something new, outside of your comfort zone, but enjoyable...alone.A personal field trip immerses you into a different mindset, gives you a new perspective and helps you hone your creative opinion.
Some specific pointers for Jessica's 'Sabbatical'Pick an industry, an idol or idea that is outside of your industry, but parallel to your work and study it HARD.Jessica works with flowers, so I recommended architecture, color theory/psychology or agriculture.Travel, but travel to IMMERSE yourself in the culture.Laugh. You cannot create if you are holding on to any grudges—towards yourself or others. Do something that makes you laugh, not take yourself too seriously.The creative community loves to talk about vulnerability. But to me, losing yourself in a sorting fit of laughter shows more vulnerability and courage than a moody quote. Let go a bit and you'll realize how fearless you really can be.Q: How do you stay sharp during changes like maternity leave?A: I give myself permission to do things that will make me stay sharp, even if other people disagree or judge my choices.The best advice on motherhood I ever received was from my mother-in-law. She said, “You are the mama. And mama decides how it's going to go—no one else.”
...And all the mama's said amen!
Bottom line, you've got to do what will make you feel well, be well for your business, baby, family and self.
More awesome motherly advice from my own mother who is a flight attendant for Southwest: “You have to put your oxygen mask on first before helping others. When you feel overwhelmed, burned out, crazy, ask yourself if you've been giving yourself enough oxygen.”
Each mama is different and will do things a different way. With that disclaimer out of the way, here is how I did things that I give you permission to do, if it works well for you.
I give you permission to...Work while you're on maternity leave.Even just an hour a day to clean up your website, plan out social media, do some extra journaling or reading.Do put a time limit and boundaries like no emails or deadlines though. This is a special time you don't want to miss.Create a 'fake' social media account to protect your mental health.I made a private/secret Instagram account o follow random things I like such as woo-woo authors, comic book critics and other random curiosities outside of my friends and industry.Why? Because at 2:00 am with no sleep and who knows when was my last shower, my mind is vulnerable, and I don't want to compare that vulnerable moment with someone I love or admire and fall into the comparison trap. With sleep deprivation, overwhelm and unpredictable hormones, I want to prevent unhealthy thoughts. Keep it light and make a silly private account if you want to scroll.Get your phone scroll-ready.With the same idea, have books, articles or movies/films ready in advance that will make you laugh, lift you up or inspire you during the downtime. Prevent the mindless scroll by planning ahead.Bonus points if you find something outside, but parallel to your industry to learn about and help you 'stay sharp' during this time off.Was this helpful? Let me in with an iTunes review (and those 5 stars!) right here! Did you enjoy this Episode?Sign up for my monthly newsletter for more business tips, behind the scenes at Cottage Hill and life on the ranch!
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Episode 002 of The Creative Well Podcast 3 Ways to add Effective Intention into Your Work & Business
Welcome to my first interview episode! Today's special guest is Kelly Mendenhall of 3 Leaf Floral. Kelly Mendenhall is a fellow creative who actually began her professional journey as a career counselor in 2004. After starting a family and re-prioritizing her life, she decided to leave to counseling field and start 3 Leaf Floral, to spend more time as a mom. Little did she know that her small flower business would grow into a full-time occupation, and she would not only be able to continue to grow her business, but circle back into helping others navigate through it all too.
Let’s dive into Episode 002 of The Creative Well podcast! What was mentioned in today's episode:Learn more about Kelly here.
Take the Enneagram Test here.
Enjoy Kelly's free guide to Self-Motivation and Creative Wellness here.
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Episode 001 of The Creative Well Podcast Welcome to the very first episode of The Creative Well podcast.
In today’s episode I am answering our very first call-in question from Jessica Zimmerman of Zimmerman Events and in my answer I’ll be explaining how to price yourself as a speaker. I'm sharing my four-step process I use to price myself for every speaking engagement request I receive. But before we dive into numbers, I'm taking a few steps back to help you create a high-value presentation and be clear on your needs so your pricing process is easy.
Let’s get started with Episode 001 of The Creative Well podcast! Q: How do I price myself as a high-value speaker?A: You must value your work, provide a high-value presentation, be clear about your financial and logistical needs with the event team.How to Create a High-Value Presentation
Part One: Content
Teach what you know.Teach what you have experience in.Teach only on subjects you are passionate about.Teach concepts that are high-value to the particular audience.Part Two: Style
Provide a learning method that will be effective for this specific audience.Provide more than one method of learning in your presentation.Share in a way that is comfortable to you.Imagine you aren't the speaker, but the host.A reminder when you get nervous before speaking:No one cares about you. Yep. They are more concerned about their outfit, what everyone else is thinking of them and what clever thing to say if you call on them. Instead of trying to impress them, serve them. Have a question? Call into the show hereHow to Define & Find Your Audience
Share now, anywhere.This allows you to practice and see who is attracted to your message. Is it really helping them?Teach for free with friends or locals.Real live feedback and practice will help you identify who you serve best.The Art & Science of Your Pricing Fee
Know your costs.Define your needs.Adjust per experience.Define your expectations.The most important point of all:
How can we—the event coordinators and I—, together, help the attendees learn or achieve what they need in the most effective and sustainable way for us all?When you put them first by providing quality content, taking care of yourself financially and physically and working with the event coordinators more like a team and less like an income source, I promise you will have an incredible speaking experience. That is when you become of high-value.
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