Pollen: For Creative Entrepreneurs with Diana Davis

Hey Pollen! I know it's been a while since the last episode — six months and a bit more! But I'm back for a brand new season. I've been living as a nomad for a YEAR now, and I'm excited to share what that journey's been like with you.   I'll say it straight. Living as a nomad hasn't been easy, but it's 100% been worth it. Every day has been a new experience, new challenge, new love, and new thing to feel. Living your dream life is worth the effort and it's fully available to you.    It's not all hot air and empty inspirational quotes. It can happen, and if I've lived it, you can too. In this episode, I talk about the ins and outs of living alone, meeting new people, and reframing my life to be one that I can truly love. Tune in and find inspiration to push for your dreams. To start the new season of the Pollen Podcast, Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity is BACK and totally re-vamped. Learn more here!   SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER DIANA DAVIS CREATIVE ON INSTAGRAM POLLEN PODCAST FULL SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES  

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you view your creative work? If you haven't already, now is the perfect time to unlock your unique energetic blueprint and uncover how to use energetics to live life your way.   In today's episode, Diana sits down with human design expert Amelia Lehmann to discuss how energetic alignment can bring you purpose, motivation, and ease in your business and life. Amelia shares her journey on how embracing her human design type helped her build (and sell) a successful product-based business and how it eventually led her to become an empowering, energetic mentor.   Listen to this episode to learn more about your human design and how it can help you live your most aligned, bad-ass life.     [EPISODE EMBED]   Dream clients…check.✅ A steady stream of income…check.✅ Now it's time to elevate your business from “doing well” to “I can't believe this is my life.” Join ASCEND, a four-month, immersive experience mastermind with 1:1 support for elevated entrepreneurs who are ready to scale their next mountain. You'll grow alongside a curated community of people like you to share in your successes, generate ideas together, and propel your business to new heights. Check it out.

Ready to kick 2022 to the curb and sprint into the New Year? Not so fast, or you'll miss out on everything you accomplished in 2022. Relax into a comfy chair and pull out your phone's camera roll. You might be surprised at how far you've come since last January.   In this mini-episode, Diana takes a moment to thank the Pollen community and reminds you to slow down and reflect. After fully absorbing and appreciating the past, ask yourself… How do I want my business to look and feel this year? Diana has a few ideas on how to help you get there. Whether you're just starting in Camp Clarity, building on an already established foundation in ASCEND, taking a whirlwind trip to Greece (yes, please!), or sitting down for one-on-one coaching, there's an opportunity waiting for you.     [EPISODE EMBED]   Dream clients…check.✅ A steady stream of income…check.✅ Now it's time to elevate your business from “doing well” to “I can't believe this is my life.” Join ASCEND, a four-month, immersive experience mastermind with 1:1 support for elevated entrepreneurs who are ready to scale their next mountain. You'll grow alongside a curated community of people like you to share in your successes, generate ideas together, and propel your business to new heights. Check it out.

Be honest…how is your relationship with money? Do you crave wealth but feel a sense of unease around having a plethora of it? Is the idea of debt something you stuff away under your bed or in a closet and hope will go away? You might even feel guilty for wanting more when you already have everything you really need.   In this episode, Diana sits down with Money Mentor and Financial Advisor Meera Meyer of Life.Money.Balance., to get a close look at what stories are running the “money show” in your life and how to rewrite them for a prosperous and generous future.   "It's not just about moving money around or learning how to budget or being strict and not buying your lattes every morning. It's about like, what's your story around money? How can we shift this mindset, shine a flashlight on it or know where these tendencies are coming from, building a healthier relationship with it so we can have this holistic, beautiful, glowy relationship with money?"   Pull the money shadows out of the closet and gear up for an empowering and informative discussion on money mindset in both your business and life. Meera is here to help you unpack deeply-rooted childhood stories on worth and explore uncharted territory on wealth and powerful change. Bye destructive thought patterns and limiting beliefs, see you never!     [EPISODE EMBED]   Dream clients…check.✅ A steady stream of income…check.✅ Now it's time to elevate your business from “doing well” to “I can't believe this is my life.” Join ASCEND, a four-month, immersive experience mastermind with 1:1 support for elevated entrepreneurs who are ready to scale their next mountain. You'll grow alongside a curated community of people like you to share in your successes, generate ideas together, and propel your business to new heights. Check it out.

As productive as it may sound, it's impossible to do everything by yourself when you're growing a business — and you really shouldn't. While it is ideal to be hands-on with all parts of the business, it can take a toll on your growth as an entrepreneur. This is where hiring a new team and learning how to delegate tasks come in.  But finding the right people is no easy task. It can take weeks, if not months, to find the perfect fit. But once you do, the rewards you'll reap will be well worth it. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana delves into all the things you need to know about hiring a new team. Firstly, how do you even know when you need a team? As an entrepreneur, you only have so much time in a day. You'll spend that time best by honing in on your zone of genius and leveraging a team to support you every step of the way. That's how you grow your business; that's how you grow into a great leader.

The influencer space has taken the world by storm in the past years. We are now consuming content at levels previously unimaginable, and we're seeing essentially no end to this momentum soon. But what does it mean to become an influencer? And how do you even become one? In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks to Melanie Phillips, founder of Headstands and Heels. She talks about her journey from being a corporate career woman to becoming a full-time blogger and influencer. She also shares her multi-ethnic background that has shaped her personal and entrepreneurial outlook. Your passion project will remain one unless you make the big leap — this is what Melanie learned from her journey. Listen to this episode to discover what it means to be a full-time influencer! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Is it possible to have both your dream life and a business you love? Can you have everything you want and still enjoy success at work? The answer is a full body yes! Whether it's a life of travel or spending your days happily at home, living your dream life is completely possible. Many people think you need to hustle 24/7 in your business to have enough freedom to live the way you want to. However, that's not the case — if you're living from a place of deep worthiness.  Diana is living proof that you can live a life you love and still run your dream business. In this solo episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana reflects on how you can connect your dream life with your real life. She dives into three things you need to do to nurture your dreams and goals. From setting boundaries to knowing what you want, work towards living a life you love.  Tune in to this episode and find out how and why you need to know your worth to attain the life of your dreams. Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

We all have this ideal picture of what being an entrepreneur looks like. To many, this is quitting your job, becoming your own boss, and immediately finding success through grit. But the reality is not always smooth-sailing. Having an "all or nothing" mindset can put an end to the dreams you're pursuing. Sometimes, taking on work you don't want can get you closer to where you want to be. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about how to support your entrepreneurship dream realistically. Yes, alignment and energy are important, but you won't get there by waiting for things to work out. You have to work hard and work smart, even if it means taking on jobs you don't necessarily want. So don't quit your job just yet — it can be your stepping stone toward the career that really aligns with you.

We're capping off our three-part Summit Retreat series with reflections from our last few Summit Retreat attendees at Steamboat Springs, Colorado! In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, we discuss final reflections, experiences, and takeaways from the retreat. Alyssa, Katie, Tiffany, Tori, and Haley reflect on their favorite parts of the summit, the power of community, and the beautiful experience of connecting with fellow dreamers and creators. Each guest also shares their personal vision for future DDC retreats. Tune in to this episode and see what it's like to experience the power of community in a Diana Davis Creative retreat! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Getting clients is hard work. But what do you do when no one seems to be coming through?  Perhaps the problem lies in your foundation — there could be cracks that are preventing potential clients from aligning with you and your offers. It all goes back to you realigning with your why. Why are you doing what you're doing? Why does it all matter? Once you do, everything will fall into place. It will cause a ripple effect in your business, pulling in the clients you want. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about tactical ways to get your ideal clients, including reevaluating the cracks in your foundation. She delves into the power of realigning with your why and how it extends to your clients and offerings. When you lead with connection instead of transaction, you get back on your frequency and magnetize the right people naturally.

People often depict being a creative entrepreneur and running your own business as all rainbows and butterflies. We know the reality is far from a walk in the park — and just how easy it is to get caught up in unrealistic expectations. This hustle mentality pulls you away from the reason you started doing what you do. So what is your why? It's time to take back your power by grounding into the reason you started this journey in the first place. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about the power of returning to your why as a creative entrepreneur. Here, she shares the ups and downs and realizations she had in handling the 7th round of Camp Clarity. When you feel lost in your journey, it's important to work on getting back in touch with your why. Realigning with your why will give you the direction you need to take back your power and move forward with clarity. ✨ Listen to this episode to learn more about how going back to your why helps you take back your power! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

The hustle and bustle of entrepreneurship can be overwhelming (and for many reasons). No one has everything figured out, and that's okay! You just need the right tools to help you along the way. Making the best investments for you — particularly ones that aren't financial — are key to battling the overwhelm. Create space for yourself, and invest in preventing burnout. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana shares her reflections on living out of a suitcase and two backpacks. She gives her top three tips on how she deals with being overwhelmed: acknowledge, let go, and invest in space. Diana also shares why investing in space can be the best investment for yourself and your business.  Feeling overwhelmed? Listen to this episode to learn how you can regain control of your life. Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

You probably heard several stories about creatives leaving their day job to pursue their side hustles. But some creatives manage to wonderfully balance their full-time work and find time to fuel a creative outlet. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks to Rolanda Evelyn, the senior product development manager at Rent The Runway and editor-in-chief of her blog, leave a little sparkle. She talks about pursuing your desired career while having a creative side hustle that brings joy. It takes more than talent; critical elements of Rolanda's journey were knowledge of what she wanted and the grit to keep going.   Listen to this episode to gain insights on how to have a creative outlet that fuels your wants and needs! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

We're giving you another look into what happened at the Summit Retreat held at Steamboat Springs, Colorado!  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, we discuss experiences and lessons from the retreat. Erica, Maria, Nicholette, and Alexandra share their favorite parts of the event, the beauty and power of a supportive community, and the importance of injecting more of you into your business! Maria also gives a sneak peek into where future retreats will be held and what you can expect from them.  Tune in and be inspired to join the next Diana Davis Creative retreat! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Maybe you worked too hard on your last project. Or, you exerted too much energy on a work task that ended up not working out. Whatever the case may be, burnout is a real thing that all of us experience. As its name goes, burnout drains you of your energy and motivation. It doesn't only affect how you show up in your business, but also in other aspects of life. How then do you rekindle the spark if you find yourself stuck in the burnout cycle? In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about the secret to navigating burnout. Burnout happens when you don't create healthy boundaries for yourself. Remember: you can't pour from an empty cup. If you think you can, then you're setting yourself up for a lot of exhaustion and unfulfillment. Recognize when you need to take a step back and put yourself first. Only in this way can you best serve your highest purpose.

Some entrepreneurs avoid pain point marketing, thinking that it takes advantage of clients. It can certainly be toxic, but that's not always true. When used conscientiously and with genuine consideration for your customers, it can be a wonderful tool to empower your clients. But how do you make sure you do that? In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana shares her insightful take on pain point marketing. She talks about the three important questions entrepreneurs like you should answer. Once you do, it will help you take your clients on a plane ride from their pain points to their paradise. Join us in this episode and take part in Diana's short activity on empowerment. Empower yourself, and learn to empower others! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Discover how Diana leads her clients with effective and empowering marketing strategies so they can make more sales. Why it's important to hold space for your most aligned clients in your containers and not say 'yes' to just anyone. Learn about pain point marketing as an important tool for understanding your clients. 

How often do you plan your life? If you're a high achiever, you may already be listing out things you want to do and milestones you want to achieve in life by a certain time. But, life never happens the way we want or plan. We'll have to face failures, missed opportunities, and even a lot of disappointment.  If you start comparing yourself to others and wondering where you're going, take the time to try something new.  In this episode, paper florist Poy Twitchsri-Granati joins us and shares how she went from advertising to UX designing to making paper flowers. She shares that paper crafting started out as a 100-day challenge that helped her relax during a 1½-year void in between her graduation and finding a job.  Success is never a straight line, it's often a winding road with twists and turns. No matter what, show up. Overcome your fears and eventually, you'll find yourself happy with where you are.  Listen to this episode and be inspired to keep working on your craft!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here.

In celebration of the culmination of the first of many Diana Davis Creative retreats, we share snippets from the Summit Retreat in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, we discuss experiences, lessons, and personal and business reflections from the summit. Cait, Shelagh, Meera, Ani, and Caitie talk about their favorite parts of the retreat, overcoming dream achievement guilt, being one with nature, the power of making authentic connections, and much more!  Listen to this episode and be inspired to join the next Diana Davis Creative retreat!    Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here.

Five years ago, freelancing was already a growing demographic. The pandemic only boosted freelancer numbers; now, there are more freelancers than ever! We won't sugarcoat it: freelancing can be tough. But we can learn so much from the people who've been where you are now — and succeeded.  Here's where our guest Tia Meyer Grado, and the Freelancing Females can help. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Tia, the founder of Freelancing Females, shares how she initially started the group as a resource and support for fellow female freelancers. Over time, the community grew to a point where she decided it could become a business to support freelancers further. She encourages freelancers to get paid what they're worth and finally have the time for themselves!  Listen to this episode and be empowered by Tia's journey and community.    Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here.

A healthy relationship with yourself comes from accepting and loving our bodies. It takes looking at yourself in the mirror or taking photos and wholly loving every part you see. The experience of boudoir photography has helped women embrace body confidence, sexuality, and inner beauty. It allows women to see themselves in a raw, transformative way.  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Devin of Devin Helen Boudoir joins and shares her journey in empowering women through her craft. She imparts her experiences being a boudoir photographer, including the challenges of breaking the stigma around her work and surviving the pandemic. Devin encourages us to embrace this one life we have, and live well and fully in the body we are given. Listen to this episode and be empowered by Devin's story and craft!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here.

Our core values shift as our lives change. What are your values now? If you've been feeling misaligned recently, maybe it's time to revisit what you truly want to prioritize! Be honest with yourself. Give yourself permission to rest. Acknowledge what you really want and need to prioritize. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, we catch up with Diana's adventures in her nomadic lifestyle! She shares her lessons from her journey, including avoiding becoming a bottleneck to her team, plus her insights on time and energy management. Diana also reminds us to check our priorities and core values. Different stages of life will come with different values. Listen to this episode and be encouraged to give yourself permission to listen to yourself!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here.

Pursuing a new passion after building a career in something else bring up A LOT. Most people are hesitant to leave something because they think they've spent too much time on it. Here's the truth: if it's no longer for you, you're free to move on!  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Nicole Wild shares her winding life from pursuing writing, to music, to photography, and finally, being a yoga teacher! Everything comes together — even if you don't feel like it will just yet. Your past experiences will enrich how you shape your future like stepping stones. Keep walking, and who knows where you'll end up someday.   Assess and reflect. If there are things in your life that no longer serve you, it may be time to shed old leaves to make way for the new.  Listen to this episode and be encouraged to let go and try something new! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

When was the last time you posted a photo of your face on your personal brand? Gone are the days when a logo and offers were the identity of your business. As a personal brand, showing your face to your audience is a game-changing move. After all, people are hiring YOU. And before they do that, they must first know who you are. It's not vanity; it's letting people into your life and building a lifetime of trust and connection. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana discusses the importance of showing your face on social media. As a personal brand, you—your face—represent your business. And people want to work with someone they recognize and feel a connection with. So don't miss out on this golden chance! You never know who will resonate with your posts and how you show up.

What kind of people are in your circle? Who influences you? Do they inspire you, or are they triggers? People's mindsets, values, and habits are contagious — even more so than the books and media we consume. It's therefore best to find people who show you that you CAN achieve your dreams: expanders!  In this short episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana shares reflections from her recent retreat experience in Annecy, France. She shares the value of having and finding 'expanders' in your life — people who have what you want and inspire you to walk the path toward your dreams. Proximity is power, and who you keep in your circle matters.  Listen to this episode to know more about ‘expanders' and how they can boost your life!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Starting your own business can be intimidating - especially as a woman. You need someone on your team whose zone of genius is business finance so you can stay in your lane and focus on your craft. Instead of burning your time, money, and energy doing it yourself, find someone with the expertise to do it for you! In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Candace joins us to share her entrepreneurial experience as she moved from corporate accounting to building her own business. She shares her struggles from being a one-woman show to hiring her first full-time employee to earning seven figures. Listen as she shares trade know-how about your business' finances.  Listen to this episode and be inspired to jump from corporate to self-made boss!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Take a look at your set of offers. Do you get excited by them? Do you feel passionate and motivated when you see them? Or are they draining you more than not? As entrepreneurs, the thought of saying “no” can be scary. But sometimes, these nos can be just as—or even more—important than the yeses. After all, more than the money, being an entrepreneur is about freedom and being in alignment with yourself. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about detoxing your business and product suite. More than anything, it's critical to align your offers with things that resonate with you—things that make you excited and motivated. Otherwise, you're setting yourself up for burnout and loss of passion. So, pivot from offers that don't feel good anymore and start realigning with your dreams and desires. ✨ Listen to this episode to learn why you should detox your product suite! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Do you ever daydream about living abroad? Once the reality of paying the bills hits, most of us let that dream die. But that dream can happen — it's possible if you want it badly enough and you work for it. If you're committed to this dream, work towards it — and eventually, you'll find yourself in a new adventure!  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana joins two of her closest friends, Emily and Mike, in Italy and talks about their journey to living abroad in the Czech Republic. But it's not all fun and romance though! Emily and Mike share their struggles and some of the cultural barriers they've experienced living abroad. Remember: we won't get everything we dream of at first, but the more we work at it, the closer we'll get.   Listen to this episode to gain the insight and courage to live abroad!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Imagine you're on a date. Which characteristics of your date will make you want to pursue a relationship with them? Which would raise a red flag? Doing business with your dream client is really just like dating (minus the romance). You shouldn't see the other person through rose-colored glasses. Once you've clarified and defined your dream client, manifestation can begin: you can begin attracting, building relationships, and working with your dream clients! In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about creating your dream clients. Remember: there's a big difference between making money for money and actually working with people you've always dreamt of working with! But you will not attract these people if you don't know who they are. So reflect, observe, and clarify — these are all forms of manifestation so that you can work with your dream clients! ✨ Then, you can start engaging and interacting with your dream clients and see where it leads you. Listen to this episode to learn how to create and attract your dream clients! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Do you compare yourself to other entrepreneurs? The grass always looks greener on the other side — if you've compared your business to a 100k or 200k business on social media, you are not alone! What does it mean to have a 100k or 200k business? In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, we'll talk about how money, business, and revenue are often portrayed online. Sometimes, how people frame their financial accomplishments can be misleading. But if you have a firm understanding of revenue, you can build a 100k or 200k business, as well.  Listen to this episode to learn the truth behind revenue and financial wins. Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Starting your creative entrepreneurship journey will require a lot of you and your leadership. The work, time and money (that you may not have in the bank just yet!!). Money is a big topic, even for those who have it in excess! However, the right money mindset will pull you out of debt to the career and life you dream of and deserve. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Lissette Calveiro shares her creative entrepreneurship journey from being a struggling Instagram influencer with debt to a thriving influencer marketing consultant. She talks about building a positive money mindset as an employee and an entrepreneur, including practical tips for asking for a raise (because you deserve it!).   Listen to this episode to learn how a positive money mindset can help your creative entrepreneurship journey! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Entering a new chapter and leaving behind the things we thought were for us is always a daunting experience. But sometimes, the universe itself calls for us to start over and find a new life while carrying the lessons we've learned from our journey so far. To grow, we have to be willing to let go of the things that do nothing but hold us back.  So answer the call, trust yourself, and have the courage to make the big jump. It's never too late to live the life you truly want. In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about day one of her true nomadic journey and what entering this new chapter means for her. It feels safe to stay in the comforts of the things we're used to doing and being around—we hold on to them. But sometimes, we need to just let life unfold. Like trees shedding their leaves, you've got to start anew and transition to a new life path when it's time.

I love this story about Marissa and creating her cheese plate company so much.  Following your passion, especially when it leads you off the beaten path, can be terrifying. But if where you are now doesn't spark your creativity, it may be time to listen to that.. Life is way too short to stay in a job that does not fulfill your soul.  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, I bring on Marissa Mullen, founder of That Cheese Plate, to talk about her big leap from working in the music industry to chasing creativity and building her own brand. We also dive deep into the importance of human connection and how to let your creativity flow. Listen to this episode to learn when it's time to quit your job and follow your passion! A happy and successful life is more than just money — choose to chase your creative impulses.

If you're not feeling like you in your job, it may be time to change careers. Take the leap: unlock your potential, experience growth, and come into the goodness of life. Stay true and be the best version of yourself. Be you, and people will love you for who you are! In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, I bring on Crystal Whiteaker, founder and CEO of Crystal Lily Creative, to talk about her transition from a wedding photographer to a successful brand inclusivity consultant. We also dive deep into adding a personal touch to your branding and showing up as genuine as possible on social media. Listen as we share how to empower others by empowering yourself through your brand! Listen to this episode to learn when it's time to follow your heart and change careers! We all have a journey to walk, so let's make it the best we can. Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Change is not something we eagerly dive into as humans. Why alter the way things work when everything's running smoothly? And even if it isn't great, the patterns we have are comfortable.. But what do you do when you feel something isn't right and that voice in your head tells you that you need to move? Listen to this voice. It's your higher self telling you to embrace change.  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks about her recent breakup and the lessons she's learning. Life is always a winding road, and we need to accept and embrace change as a part of it. Trust in the process and learn to sit in the "voids" of change. You got this.

Be bold and embrace every aspect of yourself. Turn your multi passions from something daunting into a source of empowerment in your creative entrepreneurship journey! In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, I bring on Monica Grohne, founder and CEO of Marea - and a Libra Sun, Cancer Moon, and Scorpio Rising - to talk about being multi-passionate, and how to utilize it as a creative entrepreneur. We also dive deep into adding a personal touch to your branding and showing up as genuine as possible on social media. Listen as we share how to empower others by empowering yourself through your brand! Listen to this episode to learn how to use your multiple passions to the fullest! Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Ask, believe, and you will receive. The universe is here to help you. Collaborate with all creation, and you can achieve your ideal life and career through manifestation! In this episode of the Pollen Podcast, I talk about the cosmic shopping list: what it is, what it does, and how it can further your career as a creative entrepreneur. I also share my journey from building my list with the universe and how I was able to see it come to fruition. Listen as I share the importance of positive thinking and knowing what you want.   Listen to this episode to learn how to build your cosmic shopping list and use manifestation to achieve it!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

The hard part of being a creative entrepreneur is that you are so much of your business. Your identity and values reflect the mission and core values of your brand.  In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, #GIRLGETAFTERIT founder Cassidy Wendell joins us to share her creative entrepreneurship journey. We also talk about the pivotal turns Cassidy took before she finally learned her ‘niche.' She also builds on her experiences in the hospitality and restaurant industry and how they taught her the value of self-trust and personal boundaries. If you want to take the leap into creative entrepreneurship, listen to this episode and let Cassidy's story inspire you!!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. We kick things off on June 9th! 

When was the last time you took a big leap of faith? And I don't mean the physical kind! I'm referring to bold moves like relocating to a new state or quitting your corporate job to pursue a side hustle.  If you're a creative entrepreneur, you have probably made a couple of bold moves already. But it shouldn't stop there. Moving towards success requires taking leaps — even and especially the ones that seem big or scary. In this short but sweet episode of the Pollen Podcast, I talk about the importance of making big leaps of faith — especially in creative entrepreneurship. Listen as I share my experiences, taking one leap to another, and how each move has contributed to my journey as a creative entrepreneur. Listen to this episode to learn more about the importance of taking a leap of faith in your journey as a creative entrepreneur. Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

How often have people told you to “get a real job?” Way too many times, I bet! It's not easy for creative entrepreneurs. We work hard for what we love but too many people out there don't see it that way. You know the feeling! Your career path can be nonlinear — and that's okay! If you're in a creative field, your niche may change over time.  In this episode of the Pollen Podcast, Wini Lao talks about the ups and downs of creative entrepreneurship. She shares how she decided to change careers, from civil engineering to commercial photography. Wini also discusses her aspirations as a creative entrepreneur. If you want to know how to take action and change your career trajectory, this episode is for you!  Create your own creative entrepreneurship story of clarity, professional confidence, and profit. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wish you already knew, like how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Entrepreneurship is one of the most creative and lucrative careers. As entrepreneurs, we know to think outside the box and innovate, yet we can become trapped under the glass ceilings we make for ourselves. Realizing that you have limitless potential is the key to breaking through this stumbling block. In this episode of the Pollen Podcast, we talk about the glass ceiling hindering you from reaching your full potential as a creative entrepreneur. We then get into how you can break free from this mentality rooted in the corporate mindset. Finally, we emphasize the importance of awareness and keeping an open mind in this journey. If you're feeling ready to break through the "glass ceiling" and remove the mental blocks keeping you small, this episode is for YOU!

The first episode of Pollen is HERE!! Get ready, Creative Entrepreneurs. We are diving right in! In honor of launching this brand new show, Diana is giving away a FREE 90 min Biz Clarity Session with her if you enter her giveaway this week. You definitely don't want to miss this. See below or press play for the full details on how to enter!  Being a Creative Entrepreneur and building the business of your dreams is quite the journey.  But stay grounded! Recognize if you're burnt out and overworked. Charge the rate that feels in integrity to you — don't just take any pay you can get. It'll be a long road, but one worth walking. In this pilot episode of the Pollen Podcast, Diana Davis talks about her journey from growing up on a ranch, to moving to New York without a job, to developing her creative brand, Diana Davis Creative. She imparts how she picked herself up after being laid off from a corporate job and earned her first six-figure income as a full-time creative entrepreneur. Lastly, Diana shares how to recover from burnout and other struggles of a creative entrepreneur.  If you're interested in becoming a creative entrepreneur or are already building/growing you biz, this episode is for you! Start your own creative entrepreneurship story and get on your path to clarity, taking action, and gaining professional confidence and profit in your creative pursuits. Join Diana's 90-day group course Camp Clarity and learn everything you wished you knew: how to land dream clients, harness the power of social media, and make the money you deserve. Learn more here. 

Welcome to Pollen, the podcast for Creative Entrepreneurs just like you. My name is Diana Davis and I am a multi-passionate creative business coach and the founder of Diana Davis Creative.  Are you ready to land your dream clients, make money running a business that lights you up and live a life that you love? Yes?! Then you are in the right place.  This show is the place to turn to for all of the best tips for running your successful creative business. I am SO happy you're here. Press play here for a sneak peek of what to expect on the show!  Follow me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dianadaviscreative/ To learn more, check out my website here: https://dianadaviscreative.com/