Creative Souls

In this episode Megh talks about her passion and career as a painter and more ... the transition from graphic designer to painter having her son and going through the shift of making painting a career what is was like stepping into entrepreneurship discovering the balance of entrepreneurship for herself and learning how to scale her business what licensing was like for one of her biggest projects the story about The Original 6 KU paintings the highs and lows of selling her biggest work yet what navigating motherhood was like while running her business where she finds her inspiration from  what it's like being an artist in the Midwest   To connect with Megh find her on Instagram @meghmakesart. Or to find her work and request commissions you can visit her website at www.meghmakesart.com.   If you're enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story.

In this episode Katie dives into how she became a burnout coach and more ... signs that we might be experiencing burnout how she coaches clients through getting out of the cycle of burnout how Katie herself deals with moments of feeling burnout and checks in with herself the importance of routine and taking time for yourself and why it's a big factor in avoiding burnout implementing boundaries with social media so we can allow ourselves true rest how starting small with work/life boundaries helps in the long run the perfectionism procrastination cycle and how we can dig ourselves out of it books and recommendations for working through burnout   You can connect with Katie @katiemitchellwellness on Instagram or visit her website https://msha.ke/katiemitchellwellness/   If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Taylor talks about how she got started in her career as a business and trademark attorney and more ... why you shouldn't wait to trademark your business and some misconceptions about it a reason to use your given name as your business name if it's not common where you should be filing your trademark registering your EIN for your business and why you might want to even if you're a sole-proprietor common mistakes and misconceptions when it comes to creative business contracts why it's not a valid defense when a client says they didn't read a contract and how to ensure that you're giving your client enough time to go over it why sometimes more is better when it comes to contract writing basic things that every contract should have in it copyright logistics and some advice on joint copyright clauses info on Taylor's contract template library called legalmigalibrary   To work with Taylor you can find her on Instagram @legalmiga or @legalmigalibrary. Or you can also visit her website at www.ttiemanlaw.com/workwithme.   If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Halle shares her life's journey and more ... discovering the connection with her feminine energy and having more compassion for herself how her organization Happy Humans Project began what community means to her and how her profile in human design centers around community integrating masculine and feminine energies in her business and leaning into magnetism manifesting clients and sales that align with her heart center inspired action how self awareness and our connection with self is the base of the pyramid for our business the power of manifestation and why Joe Dispenza is an inspiration to the concept the validity of comparison and competition and how we can find power from looking inward  To connect with Halle you can find her on Instagram @hallemadeleine @freeenergycollective or @happyhumansproject. You can also connect with her through her linktree: https://linktr.ee/hallemadeleine If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Sydney shares … What led her to the journey with “Seek the Joy” podcast What it’s like managing 2 podcasts and being a full time lawyer How going back to your why is the reminder we need to keep going Why it’s so important for us to share our stories How trusting within yourself is important when it comes to sharing our stories The first time she realized the power of vulnerability for herself Tools, books & people that have helped guide her journey “Seek the Joy” podcast episodes that dive into mental health conversations What it means to her to create from the soul To connect with Sydney and listen to her podcasts you can find her on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at Seek the Joy Podcast as well as www.seekthejoypodcast.com. And you can find her sister podcast at www.storiesofinspiringjoy.com. If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story! The next Creative Souls Circle will be held virtually on Google Meets on April 8th from 5-7PM MST. Get your free ticket to the networking event at the link in my Instagram bio @creativesous.podcast.  Book/Podcast References from this episode: The Beauty of What Remains by Steve Leder The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer Untamed by Glennon Doyl Podcast ‘Unlocking Us’ by Brene Brown

In this episode Erin shares ... What the transition from a corporate job to full time entrepreneurship was like for her Where the name Hello Rising Tide came from Website design tips for DIY business owners  What the mindset shift was like going into entrepreneurship The experience of working with a business coach  The impactful tools from coaching she carries with her  Why she thinks it’s important to invest in your business and yourself Challenges she has faced throughout entrepreneurship To connect with Erin you can find her on Instagram @hellorisingtide or check out her website at www.hellorisingtide.com.  If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! If you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Jess shares alllll the things regarding her organization Being A Girl Is Hardcore and more … How the idea came about and how it has evolved with the circumstances of the pandemic How Jess see’s the organization thriving post-pandemic and how they’re managing it now How the organization supports women and acts as a safe place for women who have experienced sexual assault and abuse The specific resources they have for women who have experienced sexual assault, abuse and/or violence Some of the challenges they’ve faced along the journey of starting the organization Where they plan to be in the future and how the organization will reach more women Why Jess feels passionate for this organization and feminism as a whole To connect with Jess you can find her on Instagram @jessicasofar & to connect with the organization you can find them on Instagram @beingagirlishardcore. For their resources and their website link you can visit their linktree at https://linktr.ee/beingagirlishardcore or you can also find their link in my bio on my Instagram! If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Callahan shares all about her journey with her new course & community UNBRIDLED and more ...  how the idea for UNBRIDLED came about and what inspired the foundation of it the process of working through AND with our resilience 5 guidelines that became the groundwork for herself as well as the foundation for UNBRIDLED how artists can become apart of the community and what the process is like why community is important to her challenges she's faced in starting the course and how learning more about herself has helped shape what it's become how mindfulness plays a huge role in her life as well as the UNBRIDLED course You can connect and work with Callahan on Instagram @thisiscallahan or go to her website www.thisiscallahan.com. If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Taylor shares her story with the creative industry and more … How she got started in the consulting world What inspires her to work with entrepreneurs and help them in their own businesses Her transition from having side hustles to stepping into full time entrepreneurship Motherhood and Postpartum Depression and its part in her journey Working through fear, taking one day at a time and scaling her business amidst the pandemic How family and life’s trials continued to motivate her through the tougher times of business What initially got Taylor interested in the art world and how she came to find her niches Setting boundaries with clients and work to refrain from burning out You can work with Taylor by connecting with her at @chanelandlee on Instagram or visiting her website www.chanelandlee.com. Taylor offers long term support for high level entrepreneurs, 1:1 coaching and mentoring and has some educational tools coming out in March of 2021 on client experience.  If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!  

In this episode ... My own experience with fear and how it's held me back  How in not embracing my fear I wasn't taking chances How opportunities won't come if we don't go after them My own experience with comparison & social media, and I dive into the importance of getting off social media when you don't "need" to be on it  Why it's important to step back from social media and re-evaluate your why often Acknowledging fear vs sitting with it  The topic of staying in your own lane and how judgment and jealousy can stray us away from it How I asked the hard questions that helped shift my perspective The importance of spending time with yourself and my experience with it Some things that I've been doing to help me step into my own power & I close the episode with a challenge for you to help you step deeper into your own power   If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Tammie and I talk about all things mindset and more … Tammie shares her story and what she enjoys about her creative businesses We talk about outsourcing copywriting, web design, and social media posts  I share some vulnerable things that have come up in my life with copywriting  Tammie discusses how she coaches her clients through the funks & things that mentally hold us back We discuss how staying curious helps shift our business perspective Tammie touches on scarcity mindset & how she’s coached a client through it We talk about sitting with our feelings in entrepreneurship and acknowledging our fear I get more vulnerable about my fear with being myself and we discuss the power of being you Tammie shares how her businesses have evolved since stepping into her mindset coaching  We talk about the mental shifts of life as a business owner and how it’s important to ask ourselves “who am I?” and “what do I want?” often  Tammie talks on how it’s okay to have a pity party for yourself but also understanding when enough is enough You can connect with Tammie Bennett on Instagram @showupsociety @tammiecbennett or @tigerpocketpress. And to work with her directly you can email her at hello@showupsociety.com or tammie@tammiecebennett.com If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Jessica Davis shares all about her story ... how her businesses Jay Davis Bags & Jay Davis Studios started and have evolved what it’s like working as an artist in the fashion industry what inspires the collections of her large scale art as well as her hand bags what it was like transitioning from designer to artist and now juggling both  how Jess works through the challenges of staying true to herself we talk about our excitement for our businesses post-COVID and the shifts that we foresee Jessica shares what she feels it means to create from the soul You can connect with Jessica Davis on Instagram @jaydavisbags or @jaydavisstudios. And to work with her directly you can email her at jaydavisbags@gmail.com. If you’re enjoying Creative Souls head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!

In this episode Kassidy shares her story about how she got into photography, business coaching and more … How she juggles all her business endeavors What inspired her podcast ‘Level The Fuck Up’ How she allows herself rest and balances the ‘hype’ energy What down december is and how it’s benefited her and her business How her morning routine keeps her consistent and helps her flow/effeciency What inspires her to do the work that she does What success means to Kassidy How getting lost can prevent you from creating from the soul   Please head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!    Last but not least, don't forget to claim your free ticket to the Creative Souls Circle on January 5th at 6PM MST. The link is in the Instagram bio @creativesouls.podcast

In this episode Lisa shares her story about her journey into mindfulness coaching and more … What makes her passionate about mindfulness How she coaches clients through setting boundaries with things like social media How astrology has played a factor in her coaching Her own podcast - Be Mindful Podcast and how it’s been an extension of her business How she sees her business evolving in the future How shes been doing business during COVID   Please head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!  Last but not least, don't forget to claim your free ticket to the Creative Souls Circle on January 5th at 6PM MST. The link is in the Instagram bio @creativesouls.podcast

In this episode Kirsty shares her story about how she got into the tattoo industry and more .. a shift in the industry and channeling the artists perspective opening and running an all female shop debunking some misconceptions and sharing her opinion on them how she gets out of creative funks as a tattoo artist the culture of walk in shops and how the techniques of tattooing have evolved what creating from the soul means to her Please head over to apple podcasts and write me a review! If you do - I have a little gift for you, so be sure to email me at creativesouls.podcast@gmail.com and let me know when you write one! Also if you feel like you would be a great addition as a guest on the podcast, email me and tell me a little bit about your story!  Last but not least, don't forget to claim your free ticket to the Creative Souls Circle on January 5th at 6PM MST. The link is in the Instagram bio @creativesouls.podcast

The title says it all! You won't want to miss out on this episode, and hear all the details about new changes to the podcast and our lives.  Connect with us on Instagram @creativesouls.podcast and Facebook at Creative Souls Podcast.

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down with simplicity coach Delanie Fischer to talk about how to grow your business by doing less and narrowing in your focus. Delanie's coaching clients have been featured on Conan, The Tonight Show, Oprah, The View and more. She's also co-host of the top 100 podcast the Self-Helpless Podcast and just launched her solo podcast E-Ficionado. On this episode we dive into: - Delanie's transition from stand-up comedian to business owner - Tools for simplifying your business - How to start outsourcing in order to free up time - Questions to ask yourself when taking on new projects - How she started a full time business drawing penis mugs - When to turn a hobby into a business or keep it as a hobby And so much more... PLUS- Delanie is giving away a FREE 30 minute consultation call for simplicity coaching to the first listener who reaches out to delaniefischerassistant@gmail.com - you MUST reach out within 7 days of the release of the podcast episode in order to get the free consult! https://www.instagram.com/delaniefischer/

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down with Enneagram coach and meditation teacher Vrin Rao to talk about the inner transformations that are possible through studying the enneagram and practicing meditation. On this episode we dive into: - Pushing through fear of failure when starting a business - How understanding your enneagram type brings greater awareness of self - Seeing your enneagram type as a lens created by your ego - How she developed a two hour mantra meditation practice - The importance of remaining aligned spiritually while running your business And so much more...

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down to chat about some of the common misconceptions associated with entrepreneurship and being your own boss. Sayings like "If you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life" or "being your own boss comes with so much freedom" don't always hold a lot of truth. Shelby and Tia break down why these can be hard to hear as an entrepreneur and how to enjoy the benefits of entrepreneurship while still working hard towards your dreams and goals.

In this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down with Leah of Polished Prints to talk about how she has grown her business tenfold in less than two years. Leah is a freelance graphic designer and the creator and founder behind Polished Prints. Also on this episode: - How her personal life and motherhood inspire her designs - Showing up authentically when creating - The evolution of the production process as her shop scaled - How connecting to your art helps you connect to like-minded customers - Advice for new retail business owners And so much more...

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia talk about becoming overwhelmed with all of the creative options when running your business. There are so many ways to create your art, run your business and share your work. All of the options can feel overwhelming. Shelby and Tia share some tools they use to feel peace with so many creative business options out there.

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia dive into knowing your worth and knowing your brand in order to avoid burnout. Some topics covered in this episode: - How to price yourself as a creative freelancer - When to give yourself a raise - Not being afraid to say no to clients - Making sure clients are the right fit - Avoiding burnout through pricing yourself properly And so much more...

In this episode, Shelby and Tia sit down with Emma Walker, the creative mastermind, owner and one woman show behind online boutique ROE + RAE. We talk about how she used Instagram to make a living off her passion. Also on this episode: - Standing out as an influencer by showing up as yourself - Mental health while running a business through social media - Running her online boutique ROE + RAE as a one woman show - The difference between authenticity and privacy online - Turning her love of fashion into a business - The importance of nailing down your visual branding when running an online business and wearing multiple hats And so much more... Follow Emma: Instagram.com/emmawlker Shop the boutique: roeandrae.com

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down with Vanessa Wright. Vanessa is a makeup artist, business owner and mother. She dives into how she blends the three in her day to day life. On this episode: - What her makeup routine looks like as a mom - Transitioning your business after having a baby - How she shoots makeup tutorials from her phone - Authenticity in your business and how that connects you to your audience - Helping women feel beautiful And so much more...

In this episode, Shelby and Tia sit down with Charlie Billingsly. Charlie is a photographer, set design, founder of The Museum for Black Girls and co-founder of Black Creatives Weekend. She runs multiple creative businesses and is constantly coming up with new, creative ideas to support black women. Some topics covered in this episode: - Why Charlie decided to create The Museum for Black Girls - How she brought to life an immersive museum - The importance of empowering young black girls - Involving your kids in your business - Running multiple creative businesses at once - The importance of community and the creation of Black Creatives Weekend And so much more... Connect with Charlie:  https://www.instagram.com/themuseumforblackgirls/ https://www.instagram.com/curatedbycharlie/ https://www.instagram.com/blackcreativesco/

On this episode, Shelby and Tia sit down with Natalie Kovarik-- an online creator and influencer focused on educating her audience about the life of a cattle rancher. She runs a growing Youtube channel and Instagram page about her family's life on the ranch while raising her two sons (with one more on the way). Some topics covered on this episode: - Bridging the gap between rancher and consumer - Storytelling through Youtube and Instagram - Building a successful Youtube channel - The life of a ranching family - Working as a pharmacist and running an online business - Raising kids with a 12+ year age gap - Content creation during pregnancy And so much more... Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheKovariks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nataliekovarik/

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down with Alexis Teichmiller Huels of Deeper Life coaching and the Deeper Life podcast. Some powerful topics from this episode include: - Human connection & relationships in business - Choosing integration over balance - Layers of ego in entrepreneurship - Finding purpose in your life and work - Transitioning from years of working in affiliate marketing to starting & going full time with Deeper Life coaching - Lessons from 10 years of entrepreneurship And so much more... Work with Alexis: instagram.com/alexisteichmiller

In this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia sit down with Kaitlyn Heriford, an abstract painter from Lansing, Michigan. Some topics from the episode include: - Overcoming perfectionism when making your art - Balancing vulnerability and privacy when it comes to social media marketing - Creating paintings that tell a story - Nature's role in creative inspiration And so much more... Find Kaitlyn's work at https://www.kaitlynheriford.com/

A common question in creative entrepreneurship... How do you get clients?? After years of pursuing creative businesses, Shelby and Tia dive into how they have built a clientele over the years. Notes from this episode: - How to land clients. - How to build and maintain a client base. - Various ways of marketing yourself as a solopreneur. - The importance of high quality client experience. - Connecting with your clients. - When to say "no" to inquiries. - Client experiences gone wrong and what they learned from it. And so much more... Follow instagram.com/creativesouls.podcast Follow Facebook.com/CreativeSoulsPodcast

On this episode of Creative Souls, Shelby and Tia dive into the importance of creating for fun when running a creative business. They're diving into: - Why it's important to create without expectations. - Balancing paid gigs and passion projects. - Seeking out nature to inspire creativity. - How to avoid creative funks and burnout. - Creating for yourself vs. creating for clients. - Putting pressure on your art to make a living. And so much more.

Nari Ro is a Denver, Colorado-based esthetician and wedding photographer. At just 23, she's built two successful businesses, Skin by Nari and Nari Ro Photography. She shares her tools for branding yourself as a creative entrepreneur and how to turn two separate passions into creative businesses. On this episode of Creative Souls: - How to run two different businesses at once. - The power of consistent branding. - Finding your brand voice. - Making skincare fun and owning a med-spa. - The joys of photographing weddings. - The importance of a strong female figure in your life. And more...

On this episode, Shelby and Tia sit down with Lindsay Ellen Rein. Lindsay is a writer and healer who helps people learn more about themselves through parts work therapy. As a creative entrepreneur and healer, she dives into her own healing journey, business pursuits and provides journal prompts for those looking to go deeper and begin healing themselves.

Madison Martin is the founder of Denver Marketing Mavens and an all around digital marketing expert. On this episode, Madison, Tia and Shelby dive into ways to market yourself as a solopreneur. Madison also shares the challenges of going back to work after having a baby and her best advice for new moms trying to strike a balance between work and motherhood.

Mackenzie Nemeth-Suko of Blue Flame Studio Co. breaks down the art of boudoir photography. Shelby, Tia and Mackenzie dive into how to make clients comfortable when they are at their most vulnerable, the importance of having a circle of supportive women, creating in the moment and overcoming negative self-talk.

Welcome to the Creative Souls Podcast. In this first episode, Shelby and Tia share their stories of how they became creative entrepreneurs. Touching on the importance of a creative community, stepping into your creative calling, doing the work that is aligned with your heart and so much more.   Shelby's story 2017: https://youtu.be/HuI8cgBEMTE Florissant trip vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqWL4FfPSN4 Creative Women Colorado video 2 years ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnWFwf4inb0