Running a small business isn't easy. Not to mention balancing a full-time job and navigating post-grad life. Join Kaitlyn McDonald, the owner of Desert Willow Studio, as she takes you behind the scenes of owning a business. You can expect her to share tips on business, life, and relationships. As your honorary big sister, Kaitlyn is here to walk beside you through whatever life throws at you!
Obtaining Social is a social media agency run by Amaya Damme who decided to pursue her passion full-time after years of balancing multiple jobs. Amaya chats with us about how she knew it was time to run her business full time as well as what she does to support other small businesses with her agency. We end the show by answering some of the questions you have submitted on Instagram. We hope you enjoy this episode and have a Happy Thanksgiving week! Instagram: @obtainingsocial @ohimstokedpodcast @desertwillowstudio
I have a few wedding updates for you in this episode! So if you are here for all the wedding details the first few (or 15) minutes are for you! I also share some of my favorite wedding podcasts right now for any brides-to-be. Then I go into the topic of embracing balance in your daily routine. This is my first solo episode in a while so I hope you enjoy it! Insta handles from the podcast: @cobos.co @mckennaelsner.photo @ohimstokedpodcast Wedding/Marriage podcast shows: Betches Brides, Wedding Planning Podcast, The Premarriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis
In today's episode, we have our last featured guest for the month of October, Caitlyn from Made by Caitlyn! We talk about how she started her business reimagining the way sea glass jewelry is made. Caitlyn has built a business and learned a few things along the way. She shares her experience with other business owners and how to handle impersonation and business bullies. Long story short, it's always better to be original and authentic! MadeByCaitlyn on Insta OhImStokedPodcast on Insta DesertWillowStudio on Insta
Managing your time isn't always easy. Especially when you're running a business and going to school. In today's episode, I host Carly, the owner of Carly's Corner and we talk about how she has learned to balance going to grad school and managing her small business. She also shares how she has found a way to stand out in the marketplace with the way she markets her products in unique ways! Lastly, we talk about how she has networked with other businesses to create meaningful friendships along the way! Shop Carly's Corner! @ohimstokedpodcast on Insta @desertwillowstudio on Insta Shop my Etsy!
Today's episode explores the many unspoken rules about finding your passion in life. Kim Charleson joins me as we unwrap the untold struggle of women comparing and competing with themselves to find their purpose in life. Kim is a content and copywriter that coaches new writers and advocates for mental and chronic illness. She shares what she has learned through her own journey to finding her purpose and passion in life. She encourages us to take care of our mental health not only on the bad days but specifically on the good days. I hope this episode encourages you to take a walk outside and appreciate the journey you are on! Find Kim on Instagram @Kimcharleson Insta: @ohimstokedpodcast
In this episode, we are talking to Melissa Joy who owns Park Hopper Supply as well as a consulting business for shop owners called Melissa Joy Creative. Melissa shares her story of how she started her businesses as well as how to prepare your Etsy shop for the Holiday season. I also share a wedding planning update from last weekend that is sure to excite you! If you are looking for more Etsy or business support, Melissa offers online business training courses that will support you in your ongoing journey as a business owner. Find Melissa on Insta: @parkhoppersupply @melissajoycreative Our Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio
In this episode of Oh I'm Stoked Podcast I had the honor of interviewing Karli, the Co-Founder and CEO of Head and Heal. Based in upstate New York Karli talks is through her entrepreneurial journey and what she's learned in business. She gives us background on the hemp industry and the amazing benefits CBD can have for individuals (or furry friends) with chronic pain and anxiety. Shop their hemp products at headandheal.com Head & Heal Insta: @headandheal Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio
Welcome back to another episode of Oh I'm Stoked Podcast. In this episode, I open up about the struggle of comparison and how it has affected my life, relationships, and business. I give you a quick wedding planning update, as well as a fun announcement at the end that I am so excited about! If you have been struggling with comparing yourself to other people or small businesses, this episode is for you. So grab a cup of coffee and let's tackle this topic together. Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio
In this episode of Oh I'm Stoked podcast I host Hadley, the owner of Golden Element Calligraphy! She tells us about how she started her business and some of her future plans for her shop! We talked about some of our favorite fall activities and our plans for the Holiday season. This episode is packed full of helpful and genuine content from two small business owners! Golden Element: @golden.element Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio
In our Fourth episode of Oh I'm Stoked Podcast I talk about how you can rebrand your business in five simple steps. I go over what you need to take into consideration before you rebrand and a few small steps you can take to have a smooth and easy branding process. Additionally, I give you a BIG life update! If you love romance and branding, you don't want to miss this episode. Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio Sarah's Instagram: @sarah.airey.co
Join us as I host my boyfriend, Logan and we discuss the big decisions that come with choosing a college, major, and internship. We go over what it's like to attend community college and the FOMO that can come with it. We also discuss our majors and how our minors helped us choose what we wanted to do for a career. In the end, we drop a truth bomb about college you don't want to miss out on! Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio
On today's episode of Oh I'm Stoked I talk all about my Etsy shop journey. I identify some major pros and cons to the handmade online marketplace, as well as things you need to know before starting your Etsy shop. If you have been thinking about starting an Etsy shop but don't know where to start, this episode is for you! Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio
Welcome to Oh I'm stoked podcast. Meet your host, Kaitlyn as she walks you through her journey from sunny California to the Arizona desert. Kaitlyn touches on her college days at Grand Canyon University and how she was inspired to start her business, Desert Willow Studio. Instagram: @ohimstokedpodcast Desert Willow Insta: @desertwillowstudio More Tips on TikTok: @desertwillowstudio
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