The Brilliant Creative, Business Coaching for Creatives with Ang Stocke

Learn about 2 helpful systems to have in place if you are a service-based entrepreneur.First, a gatekeeping document so you can make sure you have the right clients for your business, and second, Dubsado a CRM system that helps save time, brainpower, energy and money. We use the example of an interior designer/builder to flesh out this awesome topic. Systems!!Links in this episode:Angstocke.com/ewowSummer Series Coaching Enrollment LinkDiscount Link for Dubsado Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

Meet Lori Coda-Peterson from CodaVision! Lori is a sales coach focusing on leadership and revenue generation. In this episode, you'll hear Ang get coached by Lori on MISSION, where she's been stuck for a bit. Ang + Lori also discuss Vision + Values, specifically Values Statements. Come do a deep dive with us and listen as we break open a coaching session for you to listen and hear how Ang finally gets "unstuck" around mission. We're using this episode as part of an overall series all about the EWOW, The Entrepreneurs' Wheel of Work© Tool for business owners and leaders. Find out where business owners can get stuck on Mission, Vision and Values and find out how to get unstuck today! 

The Entrepreneur's Wheel of Work© Series: Quick Chat on NICHEJoin me for a quick chat on Niche! Regardless of where you are in your business, this quick chat on niche is helpful.In this episode:-What niche is-What I believe you need to do to get really good at your niche-What's important to know about your niche-What it means to “put the boat in the water” with niche-Real life examples of “putting the boat in the water”-How I figured out multiple niches at the flower shop“You can think yourself until next Tuesday, but you won't know until you get your stuff out there.” -Ang on NicheAlso, you'll learn:-3 simple ways to get clearer on your niche-How to use levels, layers or segments to organize your nicheLinks or companies mentionedEnterpreneur's Wheel of Work© by Ang Stocke Coaching:  www.angstocke.com/ewowFavorite Cheaters: https://amzn.to/4c0o1A8Palmer Orchids: https://www.palmerorchids.com/Episode 12 of The Brilliant Creative Podcast (also has niche info): https://www.angstocke.com/blog/episode-12-what-i-wish-i-would-have-done-in-my-first-5-years-of-businessAng Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

This episode is part of The Entrepreneurs' Wheel of Work© Series. It's about the 2nd pie piece in the EWOW (Entrepreneur's Wheel of Work), your PRODUCT. What you'll learn in this episode:What it means to be DANG CLEAR about your product, and why it's important…hint: It has something to do with our BRAINS.Why it's important to KNOW (like the back of your hand) the RESULTS your products get for your clients.It's OK to take some time to get CLEAR on your product.How a product is different than an offer.The way a product evolves over time….it's highly likely.What it sound like when our dogs bark during recording!!!Why it's KEY to love your product and how to articulate it to clients.Also, enjoy some bonus homework questions at the end to get you thinking how this topic applies to your business. Enjoy!Links mentioned in this episode:On-Track Coaching Course: www.angstocke.com/ontrackinfo Email Ang: Hello@angstocke.com

Hey Gang!Welcome to Episode 44 of The Brilliant Creative Podcast. This is the second episode in a series that introduces founders, business owner's, makers, freelancer's and CEO's to a way of organizing your brain around your business. We use a tool call The Entrepreneur's Wheel of Work to help you do this.You can access the first two pages of this tool at www.angstocke.com/ewow.Today, I'll talk about the first pie piece, or section of this 16 part wheel. It's your Business Brand.You'll learn: WHAT IT IS and WHY IT'S IMPORTANT TO PAY ATTENTION TO IT, WHEN YOU MIGHT WANT TO PAY ATTENTION TO IT MOST, and WHAT QUESTIONS YOU CAN ANSWER TO GET CLARITY AROUND IT, and AROUND YOUR NEXT STEPS.You'll hear how branding can be broken up into several parts, and why these different parts are important...and how knowing them can help you run your business more efficiently. I'll let you know how to find out more about working with me to learn and leverage your brand archetypes, as well as how to hear about the next Brand Personality Workshop. Coaching offers a way to go deep on figuring out your branding....so it's authentic, and is meaningful to you. Enjoy Episode 44!

Welcome to Episode 43: Introduction to the Entrepreneurs' Wheel of Work© Today's episode introduces you to one of my favorite business coaching tools, the Entrepreneurs' Wheel of Work©, or EWOW.  This tool helps you:-focus and get intentional about your business-leave your emotions at the door when making big business decisions-prioritize your next best steps easily-feel confident you are focused on the next best step for you and your business-make more money in less time-get better at being a business owner-get better at leading a team-experience more joy + satisfaction in your business-have a workflow that works for youIs it easier for you to barrel through your day and just “get it done”…as opposed to stepping back for an hour or two and reflecting on how it could be done faster, better and with less stress on you..the owner? If that's you…you'll like this episode, and the next 17!!!My hope is that you get a lot from this series. I gently suggest you relax into it. Let's go for a ride together here. At some point, take a look at the Entrepreneur's Wheel of Work©, Which you can find at www.angstocke.com/EWOWWe'll be working on it for roughly 17 episodes. It's worth having in your back pocket. The next 17 episodes do a shallow dive into each of the 17 parts of the EWOW..including a special episode on business mindset. These next 17 podcasts will help you think differently about business.They will help you get your head organized, at least a little, around your business. For now, let's get you started with an overview of the EWOW tool, and then let's introduce you to the 17 areas of business I believe everyone should be paying attention to if you're building a sustainable business. Listen to the episode HERE on apple podcasts. Links mentioned in this episode:www.angstocke.com/ewowwww.angstocke.com/mindsetListen on your favorite platform:Listen to the episode HERE on apple podcasts.HERE on Spotify.HERE on Amazon Music.HERE on angstocke.com.

#42.5: How to Use Coaching Questions + Techniques to Find Out How School is ACTUALLY Going for Your Young PersonThis episode talks about how we are communicating this year about HOW SCHOOL IS ACTUALLY GOING for our young people using a Sunday Night School Meeting. Detailed show notes at www.angstocke.com.Listen on your favorite platform:Listen to the episode HERE on apple podcasts.HERE on Spotify.HERE on Amazon Music.HERE on angstocke.com.

#42: Jealousy Update: How Jealousy Can Help Fill Your Fun Cup>>Learn How I Turned Jealousy into Joy with a Notebook, a Pencil, + My “Jealousy is a Sign” RoutineHello LOVELIES!!!!I bet you want to know…..who's this episode for?This episode is for anyone that's ever been jealous. Which is everyone. So that's you, cutie! This episode will be especially helpful for those of you who get most of your “fun” needs met from work + achievement. (I see you, I heart you, I am you) Welcome to the Jealousy Update. This episode is an update on Episode 39…where I was having a jealous moment on a Monday morning a year ago. I put it all out there in Episode 39. If you haven't listened, give it a go. In this episode, I walk you through how I used the “Jealousy is a Sign Routine” to address the root cause of this jealousy.And now I am not jealous, and there's really nothing anyone could show me or do to me or around me that would make me feel jealous. It's a year later, and not only did I figure out the root cause…I dove in head first and took care of it. I decided I wanted to change some things. I changed them. And now, life is fuller. It's actually fuller, richer and overall, life FEELS better.In this episode, I introduce you to the idea of Life Cups and how looking at life through Life Cups helped me to see life more clearly. They can help you, too. Wanna hear how it all went down?Tune in and learn how you can turn jealousy into joy, with a notebook, a pencil, and the very simple “Jealousy is a Sign Routine” below.Ang's “JEALOUSY IS A SIGN ROUTINE”Identify that you feel jealousy. (and identify WHERE in your body you feel it)Say thank you to your body and mind for the message. Jealousy is a message.Determine who or what you feel jealous of or about.Answer the question: What is it that the object of your jealousy is BEING, DOING or HAVING that you want more of? Decide what you'd like to do about it, if anything.  Make a list of how to address it in short term (next 3 months) and in the long term (next 12 months). Then, do it. What's your first physical action to get started. Look for low-hanging fruit…GO!!! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple PodcastsDid this episode help you in any way?  If so, please rate and review my show.The more people know about it, the more people will listen…and then, business and life GET BETTER for more people. Let's elevate together!  Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Tell me what you loved most about the episode!Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. It'll show up right in your feed so when you're driving…you don't need to look far for those meaty car-ride episodes. Follow now!Links mentioned in the episode:→Episode 39 Link →Wheel-of-Life Coaching Tool Download: www.angstocke.com/wheeloflife

Hey friends….welcome to episode 41: The Wheel of Life Mini-Training.This 30 minute episode introduces, or perhaps RE-introduces you to one of my favorite life-coaching tools called The Wheel of Life. It's a tool used often in the coaching industry that most of us coaches learn about in Coaching School.How can the Wheel of Life help you? -Helps you live with INTENTION, instead of by default.-If you are stuck, it can help uncover where you are stuck and why.-If you need momentum, it helps you determine your next best steps to get moving.-If you've been feeling “meh” and can't figure out why, this tool helps you narrow down which parts of life you might want to focus on to start feeling better.-If you are lost, this tool will help point you in the next right direction.-If you are lonely, this tool can help you figure out why and what you want to do about it.-If life didn't turn out like you hoped, this tool can help you course correct.-And, if you have ADHD, it helps you break down your wants and desires into small steps. It's helps you identify your next best steps. It helps prioritize. -If life is actually pretty dang good, this tool will help you determine how to get to the next level.Get your free copy at www.angstocke.com/wheeloflife.The rest of this podcast is me running you through doing The Wheel of Life. Together, we go through the 8 sections of the Wheel:Family/FriendsSignificant OtherFun and RecreationHealthMoneyFaith/SpiritualityEnvironmentCareerYou'll learn how to do it and hear examples for each section. You'll become aware of which parts of life might be asking for some attention,and you'll be invited to answer some questions to figure out your next best action.This is a HELPFUL training. Easy. Clear. It can even be LIFE-CHANGING.Everyone should have access to this simple way of assessing life.Enjoy!Links mentioned + Ang's linkswww.angstocke.com/wheeloflifehello@angstocke.com / angstocke.cominsta: @angstockecoaching fb: @angstockecoaching  Host of  The Brilliant Creative Podcaston Spotify on Apple  on AmazonFind more episodes on my website, right here 

Hello hello brilliant entrepreneurs!!!!Welcome!!! Today is for all the business mama's in the group.Anyone out there balancing business with baby? Because I can attest, IT'S A THING!!! A huge, gigantic, very big thing.Today I'm talking to two amazing ladies who've had babies in the last 18 months, who Also have businesses. We have great conversation that can help you feel goodAbout wherever you're at in your first years with baby and business.Welcome to Ep 40, 10 tips for the new moms who also run a business!! So…who should listen to this episode?If you…..Are just starting your biz and you have your first baby on the way.Have had your biz for a bit, and are preparing your business and your team for you being on maternity leave. Want to get some real life information on what it's like to manage home, baby, and business at the same time.You want to compare your experience with another mama entrepreneur.Are curious how long you want for an upcoming maternity leaveNeed some information to help you make decisions about your business going forwardIf that's you, keep listening. Amanda, Katie and I lay it all out there, no holds barred.One of us even cries a little. And a little heads up…this episode was recorded a couple months ago. It was right before we had some kid medical stuff at our house…which took me on A mama medical journey for a bit.And if you know anything about a mama medical journey, You know why this episode is coming out a bit later than intended.Thanks for waiting!Press play on Episode 40, and hear from entrepreneur mama's experiencing motherhood for the first time. Get a copy of the 10 Tips (+ Gentle Reminders) in the detailed show notes right here.

Ok gang, Let's talk Jealousy.Let's just dive in and get it taken care of.Episode 39 is all about Jealousy, and why I'm SO OK with it.Jealousy is actually pretty awesome.Dare I say, jealousy is helpful.Jealousy in business.Jealousy in friendships.Jealousy in families.Jealousy at work.Jealousy about WHATEVER.Please tune in and learn how to hack your feelings of jealousy and turn the whole jealousy thing into a personal development exercise.I'm telling you. Let's create a WIN around a feeling that most feel shame, frustration and anger about.In this episode you'll learn:-About a time I felt SO JEALOUS this past summer.-A simple 5-part coaching exercise you can use to hack your feelings of jealousy and use them for good.I'll walk you through the coaching exercise by using myself as an example.This is a deep dive on jealousy, gang. Let's get into it!!! Push play.Learn how to make jealousy work FOR YOU instead of against you.Not sure if this episode is for you?Well…if you're human, and you've ever felt jealous or envious, this is a great episode for you.Let's go!!!Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hello hello brilliant creatives!!!!Welcome to Ep 38, Two Companies that have GREAT Branding and What you Can Learn from them. Going deep today on branding my friends!!! So…who should listen to this episode?If you…..Are just starting you biz and you don't know the first thing about branding.Have had your biz for a bit but you never really GOT the importance of branding on a deeper levelJust wanna appreciate some dang good brandingWant to feel inspired around brandingAre rebranding and want some reminders, or want to refresh your thoughts around brandingWanna learn a little about brand archetypesHave a business that feels unclear to you, and likely to your prospective clientsHave a business that seems to attract the WRONG people…you find yourself asking how the heck you're getting the clients you're getting. The more you know your brand, the words, the values, the feeling, the connection it can have with prospective clients…the brighter your brand shines. The more attractive your business is. Push play and let me walk you through the branding of two brilliant businesses!Curious about the the branding program I run my clients through? It's called The Brand Personality Workshop, and we use an assessment tool to find your brand archetypes. My clients LOVE it. In fact, many of them rave about it. I am meeting with a client today who says this program changed the entire trajectory of her business. And her business is killing it!!!If you are interested in learning more about brand archetyping and how it can help you with your business branding, you can hop on www.angstocke.com/BPWInfo and read about 3 different ways you can work with me inside my Brand Personality Workshop. It's a game changer for you + your business!

Starting your own creative business???Push play on Episode 37: 5 Things to Consider When Starting a Creative Business. This episode is for you if:1.   Are thinking about starting a business, either full time or part time or even just a little side hustle. Any size, any commitment level…if you are thinking of starting a business, this is a good episode for you.2.   If you've already decided you're going to start a biz and you're in the beginning phase. 3.   If you've been making your product for awhile and maybe giving it away or selling it for very little, and you think it might be time to start charging money.4.   If you think a small business is what you want to do with your life but you need some more information.5.   You want a specific example of how to switch your business from “just trying it” to “this is a real business”. You'll learn about:1.   Proof of Concept…and the 5 steps that go along with this important phase of business development2.   How much I want you to LOVE what your making/doing3.   How a shoestring budget might be the best way to start 4.   Your calendar and schedule for this business….and what to do if you get SO BUSY5.   What it looks like when you move from giving your merch and/or services away for free/reduced to charging for them. Perhaps the most helpful part of this is the example letter I've written to illustrate how you can share with your followers that you're business is taking off, and your business and order structure has changed.  Links:In the Flo by Alissa VittiEtsyShopifyAng Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey there!!!Welcome to this little bonus episode, episode 36.5!I added this episode so I could tell you about one of summer coaching promotions available to you this summer. It's a 1-on-1 laser beam focused coaching program called Summer Series Coaching. Clients meet once in July, once in August and once in September with a specific desired result. My question to you is how good would it feel to get ONE big thing figured out before fall?What's so great about summer series? Well…it's low commitment, highly personalized, results based, and focused. It gets you set up for whatever is NEXT for your business.And some of you are saying…Ang!! I don't even know what I want anymore. I don't know what's next! I've been so busy reacting to all the things that I can't even remember what it's like to be proactive.If that's you…let's go.Let's get proactive about your business.Let's get proactive about your next steps.Lemme tell ya about the summer series.It's 3, 55-minute sessions over 3 months. Just you and me.In person or on zoom. Or even, over the phone if video is too distracting for you.I'll be honest, some of the most powerful coaching sessions I've had were over the phone.Ok…so, when you first sign up for this coaching series, a couple things happen.You click on the link, you sign up.You get a note right away from me with some questions to answer and email back to me.You get another email with a simple coaching agreement that you sign online, access to your coaching portal, and a welcome packet.Your welcome packet contains the following…..●       Questionnaire | Tell me a little bit about yourself! (30 mins) ●       Wheel of Life | This helps you get REALLY CLEAR, really quickly. (30 mins) ●       Values Sort | When you're aligned with your values, things feel GOOD. (1 hr) ●       The Coaching Kickstart | Personalize and determine your coaching strategy session. (1 hr) ●       What Coaching Is and Is Not | Helpful information & frame of reference You'll also:-get a link to schedule your first session on my calendar-immediately get a meeting confirmation-receive a reminder email 2 days before your session-have prep questions 7 days ahead of time-get coaching homework if you want it You know, I just sent an email outlining 10 different ways you could use this laser-beam, highly focused kind of coaching in your own business. From hiring your first employee to creating efficient systems to designing strategies to attract more clients….the question is, what would you like to have sorted out before fall starts? The deadline to sign up for this series is July 15th, 2022.If this kind of laser beam, focused coaching package is of interest to you,CLICK HERE.That's all for now, friends. Push play on Episode 36.5 and dive into the details of what summer coaching could look like for you!Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey all…welcome to the Brilliant Creative today!!This episode is a little love letter to my creative entrepreneurs, business owners, and want-to-be business owners out there.And then, I've got a message for those of you who WANT to be more creative, but something is holding you back. Ever wonder why I named this podcast The Brilliant Creative?It's because of YOU GUYS!!!I really, really, really like you.  You know…I sometimes wonder if the people hearing the title of the podcast think that I'm referring to myself as The Brilliant Creative. Well, I'm not. I'm actually referring to all of youl…the listeners and all my clients out there. When I think of what I really love about my work, it's that my clients and I spend time having conversations to make plans, move forward, achieve goals, create and move towards their dreamy vision of the future. We are often SOLVING PROBLEMS or, in other more empowering words, we are finding opportunities to create magic. To make something out of nothing. To use creative energy to make, build and create something. In this episode, there are two main messages:1.   I named this podcast to represent the people who would be listening…that's you. People who have creative businesses. Or, people who WANT creative businesses. Whether you are just starting your business, have a year or two under your belt, or maybe you're running 3 businesses…this podcast has something for all of you.  2.   If you want to be creative, but no one ever invited you…I'm inviting you now. However messy or imperfect it might feel, give it a go. It's available to everyone. It's never too late.You get to be creative anytime you want. Everyone is invited to this party.  This short episode was recorded to inspire you in some way to either be more of who you are, or to try something you've never tried before.  Push Play and Enjoy! __________________________________________________ This episode of The Brilliant Creative Podcast is brought to you by my upcoming course Money Love Bootcamp. Money Love Bootcamp is a 3-month course that helps you examine your current relationship with money, create a vision of the money life you want to have instead, and uses a powerful, tried and true money coaching curriculum to help you get there. You'll learn about your money personality, how to leverage your strengths and mitigate your weaknesses. You'll get clearer on how much to charge for your services. You'll identify specific limiting beliefs and use coaching exercises to release them. You'll start thinking better and you'll start to see how you and money could become good friends.  If you're interested in hearing more about this powerful course, sign up at angstocke.com/moneylist .___________________________________________________Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey gang. I am here to talk to the mamas and the papas out there who have just had a week or two of the kids at home for summer break. If you're like me, you are really feeling the kids in your space.Previously, the space was clean and quiet. Delightfully clean.Delightfully quiet. But now…the kids are home.OOF. No matter where you are at…or what the summer dance looks like at your house this week, most of you can benefit from these workflow tips.  Ok, here we go.I've got 5 tips for you.And they are all from experience.Extensive experience.(They are discussed in the podcast, push play today!) 1.   Tip number one: For GOODNESS SAKES be reasonable.Specifically, Set reasonable expectations for yourself.  2.   Second tip is to pre-determine an end-time to your workday. This helps slow your highly focused and on-fire work brain down. This is how you create reserve at the end of your day. This is how you create a buffer to protect yourself at the end of the day.Ideally, the end of your workday is not 5 minutes before you need to relieve the sitter..Also, you also might want to choose a time to consciously “shut down” your work brain. Your work brain is powerful and it might need a conscious direction given to shut down.  3.   Tip number 3: Block 4 hour work times, with 30-ish minute buffer there and back.Most of us take the first hour to just get reacquainted with the task/s we are going to do.The 2nd and 3rd hours are usually really productive. The 4th hour you can come out of it a bit, and finish…whatever that looks like for you. For some it will be actually finishing a task. For some it will be stopping in the middle of something and wrapping up that task for the day. 4.   Tip number 4: Consider adopting a summer state of mind. Or if that's not for you this summer, remember lots of others HAVE a summer state of mind. Getting your summer schedule sorted out, and figuring out your summer work spots can be a challenge if you've got kids at home. Can I encourage you to be gentle with yourself as you are figuring this out? It takes a little FIGURING. It takes some THINKING AHEAD. It takes some TRYING. It takes some REFLECTION. And as my Grandpa Jim would say, it takes some TINKERING. This summer, as you are getting things sorted….consider the above tips and don't be afraid to tinker with it a bit. You'll get it done. Just keep going. And give yourself grace. Best of luck with your summer schedule…and Happy Entrepreneuring!!! Hey…have you enjoyed listening to The Brilliant Creative Podcast? If so, consider rating and reviewing it on itunes. I'd be so grateful!Links mentioned in today's episode:Frontiers in PsychologyWest Elm Dining Chair Ang LovesMoney Love Bootcamp Info Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey friends!!Welcome back to the Money Series!  This is installment 6…all about entrepreneurial money mindset. It's a short one…and there's a beautiful pdf you can download to put at your desk or on your office board or maybe you can print it off for your entrepreneurial motivation binder.    You put it wherever you want…but do get it, print it and put it somewhere you can see it!It's so helpful to have fresh and empowering mindsets in front of you…so you can see them and start to think about them and maybe even decide you'll adopt some of these mindsets for your own.  You can find today's free list of mindsets at angstocke.com/moneymindsets. It's all ready and waiting for you! You know, if you are the head honcho at your office/business/studio….you have a BIG task to take care of that most others aren't even thinking about. The big task is managing your thoughts. As the person in charge…you need to bring it. You need to bring it all. Your thoughts and feelings DRIVE the space.They drive the majority of things that happen in your space.Your thoughts affect EVERYTHING and EVERYONE in your space.Whether you have an office, a shop, a studio or a desk in the corner.You are in CHARGE of the energy and the vibe. You are in charge of the way your space feels. You are in charge of the way your store feels, or your studio feels.You are the setter of the boundaries.You are the one who decides what's allowed and what's not. As the person in charge…it all starts with what you believe is possible.Your mindset.Your mindset about your business. Your mindset around money.Your mindset around relationships.Your mindset around balance and family.Your mindset around your workspace.  Your mindset leads to your feeling, your feeling leads to your choices, your choices over time lead to your results…or your business results. So push play, and get yourself THINKING like a successful entrepreneur so you can BE a successful entrepreneur! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEwww.angstocke.com/moneymindsetsAng Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey gang! Welcome to Episode 33, 5 Ways You Could Be More Organized Around Money.(Money Series 5) This episode is for those of you who feel like you'd like to be more organized with your money. Whether it's in your business or in your personal life.  If you have some behaviors that sabotage your success around money, keep reading.If you've noticed some patterns that keep repeating and you want to stop them, you're in the right place. Let's become aware of WHAT IS HAPPENING NOW with your money.How do you earn it? And how do you feel about that?How many streams of income do you have? Would you like more?How do you keep it organized? And how is that working for you?How do you grow your money? And what does that look like? And could you be doing it better?How do you feel about spending money? What does your self-talk around money sound like? I don't expect you to answer these questions now.The point is…I want you to know that in America, we've got some work to do. Let's start the work.Let's get good at money.Let's get good at earning it.Let's get good at saving some.Let's feel confident about how we spend.Let's have enough so we feel good donating some.Let's have a system to keep it organized.Let's gett good at letting it grow.Let's be AWESOME at our mindset around money. I am not an expert here.I am a very interested party.I am a part of the larger conversation about money in our society.The role I play in this larger conversation is helping people with their relationship with money.I help people with mindset…the way you think.Which is the root of it all.If we can change your thinking, then your behavior changes.If your behavior changes, then your results change. In this episode, I want to gently introduce you to some practical things you can do to bring a little more structure to your money life. So first, I'm gonna talk a little bit about money and society in general.Then, I'll give you 5 simple things you can do to start getting organized around money.That's it.  Push Play on Episode 33 Today. Let's get really GOOD at money!!!  LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE https://www.cnbc.com/select/best-expense-tracker-apps/www.mint.comwww.quickbooks.comwww.YNAB.comwww.goodbudget.comwww.expensify.comwww.nerdwallet.comYou Are a Badass at Making Money, by Jen SinceroSuze Orman's Financial GuidebookTotal Money Makeover, by Dave RamseyMoney: Master the Game, by Tony RobbinsAng Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook |

Helllllooo brilliant creatives. Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast, Episode 32. 32. Money Clutter: What it is and How to Get Rid of It! This is a good episode for you if: -You want your money to feel more organized-You'd like to make some changes around the way you show up around money-You're considering doing a little money work or money coaching, and you want to prepare for success-You're feeling stuck in your money life and you want to create some positive momentum-You've been unintentionally late on a bill or two because of disorganization-You want money to be different, but don't know where to start Listen in! Here's what we're going to do in today's podcast: 1.    I'm going to tell you I'm going to define money clutter and give some examples.2.    You'll get access to download a companion checklist for this podcast at www.angstocke.com/clearingmoneyclutter, which includes a bonus audio file so you can clear your money clutter anytime you like!3.    I'll run you through 6 action steps you can do to clear your money clutter.4.    I'll invite you to a free Masterclass that will help you get better at money! That's it gang. This is an informative and ACTION PACKED episode. Sound good? If so, listen in! What you'll learn:●      That wherever you are, it's OK to be ther●      A simple list of tasks to clear your cluter●      Some quick mindsets to shift into a positive space around money●      How to feel better about your money fast●      Examples of ways to talk to people who owe you money●      Examples of places you might have money clutter●      How to get some positive energy around money, even if you don't have a lot●      Some possible next steps for you and moneyListen in! And afterwards, consider rating and reviewing if you find this episode helpful,1.    Click here2.    Click “Listen on Apple Podcasts”3.    Scroll down + click your stars!  If you'd like a chance for your business to be mentioned on the podcast, take a second to write a review. I'd be so grateful.  See you next time, creatives. And remember, You are capable, You are able, and You are strong. You can create, build, make, plan and execute anything you choose! Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast!This is Episode 31.Money Boundaries…What are they & Should I Get Some? (Money Series 3) This episode is rated E for everyone….or at least everyone who wants to improve their money life. Whether you want to improve your money life a little or a lot, jump on!!Learning some of these terms is one of the first steps in changing your money life. Even if your money life is PRETTY DANG GOOD…but you know it could be better, this is a good place for you to be.  This is an especially good episode for those of you who:●     tend to use money to nurture friends, family or others●     have teens, tweens, college students, or young adults…and you want to get intentional about how you do money with your kids during these various phases of life●     want to “tighten the belt” a little around money either amongst your family members or even around just yourself●     have always “done money” a certain way and want to try “doing money” a different way●     just want to learn more about money coaching…and be exposed to thoughts, terms, conversation and mindset that a money coach talks about A money boundary is knowing your preferences and limits around money and also holding those boundaries. Push play on Episode 31 and learn more! And, if you've been listening to the money series on the podcast, and if you're liking all of this money coaching stuff…I've got some options for you to dig a little deeper.The first is a free Money Masterclass all about Money Blocks. You'll find out what some of your money blocks are, and you'll learn a step-by-step method to identify them and start to get them out of the way. More information at www.angstocke.com/moneyblocks.And the second is an awesome little something you can do right now. It's a freebie…and one of my faves. It's a mini-training called Clearing Money Clutter. It's a checklist with an audio training you can have immediate access to.  You can start clearing your money clutter today, like in 5 minutes. It's almost like a DIY money clean up. If you're thinking you want to make some changes around money….start here, with the Clearing Money Clutter Checklist and Audio. It feels really good to start getting money organized and under control. It's actually almost a little magical. You can find that free mini-training at www.angstocke.com/clearingmoneyclutter.   RATE + REVIEWHey friends! Wanna rate and review the podcast? If you found this episode helpful…. Go to Apple Podcasts, Scroll down + click your stars!  If you'd like a chance for your business to be mentioned on the podcast, write a little review. Thanks! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEwww.greenlightcard.comwww.angstocke.com/moneyblockswww.angstocke.com/clearingmoneyclutter  Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey gang! Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast, Episode 30.30. What's a Money Story & Why Should You Care? (Money Series 2) IS THIS EPISODE FOR YOU?It is if:You need a little love around money. You and money don't get along as well as you'd like.You want to be better friends with money.You've been ignoring money for long enough, and it's time to pay attention.When you hear the word money, you get that gut punch feeling in your gut.You're thinking you want to have a financial goal, but you've never had one before.You're curious about what a money story is!You want to start working on your money life.Whatever your money story is, you'd like to rewrite it! Ok, here's what we're going to do in today's episode.1.   I'm going to tell you what a money story is, and give you some examples.2.   I'm going to tell you how your money stories affect your behavior3.   I'm going to share with you how you can join me for a free masterclass where you'll take the first steps to rewriting your money story. Are you ready to learn more about how your money story is affecting your behavior around money?? If so, join me for a free masterclass: 5 Common Money Blocks Lots of Us Have (but Don't Even Know), & How to Get Rid of Them.Whether you have a lot of money or a little, whether you are super-organized around money or not, whether you have money goals or you're afraid of them….this masterclass is for those of you who want to get to the next level in your relationship with money…whatever that is for you. You can find out more at www.angstocke.com/moneyblocks. See you there! RATE + REVIEW Hey friends! Wanna rate and review the podcast? If you found this episode helpful…. Go to Apple Podcasts, Scroll down + click your stars!  If you'd like a chance for your business to be mentioned on the podcast, write a little review. Thanks! Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey there Business Friends! Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Episode 29:What's a Money Block and Why Should You Care? Before we begin, let's find out: IS THIS EPISODE FOR YOU?It's for you if: You want to learn about money blocks.You hear the word money, and immediately have a negative reaction.You don't feel confident about money but want to.You think you might have some money blocks.You're curious about how changing your thinking about money could help your bottom line.You've heard about money coaching, but have no idea what it is and want to learn. Here's what's happening in today's short podcast: I'm going to define money blocks.I'll give you examples so you can relate, or not relate.You'll learn if you have some of these money blocks. I'm going to invite you to come to a free masterclass all about identifying and getting rid of your money blocks. Listen and learn all about money blocks. They might be getting in your way! Wanna dive deeper than the podcast? Join me for a free Masterclass that will help you identify and remove some common money blocks.  Masterclass sign up and more information at www.angstocke.com/moneyblocksmasterclass . That's all friends! Wanna tell others about this podcast?Click hereClick “Listen on Apple Podcasts”Scroll down + click your stars!  If you'd like a chance for your business to be mentioned on the podcast, take a second to write an actual review. Thank you!   Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Helllllooo lovely people! Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast Episode 28!Episode 28: Get Your Business Unstuck with these Three Magical Words Before I go on, lemme tell ya what we're going to do in today's short podcast so you can decide if this one's for you.I'm going to tell you it's ok if you are stuck. Lots of business owners are stuck, feeling aimless, and wondering about their purpose right now. I'm going to share a magical sentence starter I use for myself or for my clients when they want to get unstuck and MOVING. I'll give you lots of examples, because I know you love examples. I know this because you tell me….AND, when I listen to podcasts I LOVE examples. It helps me relate the teaching to my business and life. I'm going to gently suggest, if you like this sentence starter you put it up in front of you where you'll see it.  That's it gang. This is a quick, focused episode. Sound good? If so, listen in! What you'll learn:●      Why it's ok and very normal that you'd feel stuck right now●      What do DO this minute if you are stuck●      Some quick mindsets to shift into if you are stuck●      How to use the AT A MINIMUM sentence starter●      Examples of where to use the phrase At A Minimum●      Examples of when to use the phrase At a Minimum●      How to get your space working for you, even if it's a complete disaster●      What a week of AT A MINIMUM could look like for you●      Why perfectionists like this simple sentence starter●      How it can help with email and google docs●      How your closet and kitchen can benefit from “At a Min”  That's all friends! Wanna rate and review? If you find this episode helpful,Click hereClick “Listen on Apple Podcasts”Scroll down + click your stars!  If you'd like a chance for your business to be mentioned on the podcast, take a second to write a review. I'd be so grateful.  See you next time, creatives. And remember, You are capable, You are able, and You are strong. You can create, build, make, plan and execute anything you choose to. It's easy for you to be brilliant!!! Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey gang….I'm here today to talk to the DISTRACTED business owner.Is that you?There are a LOT of things for you to get distracted with. I know. OOOFF, I know! I know about this space.  If you own or have ever owned a business, this is a place where we business owners can lose time and energy. And we can lose focus here.  You know, when you aren't clear about your own branding, or your own products, or your own workday in general it's way easier to LET yourself be distracted. If you don't have clarity around your own plan, your own program…It's much easier to look at someone else's instagram feed as opposed to creating your own posts. Is it easier to read someone else's blogs/articles instead of writing your own? If this is you….listen in. There is definitely a time and place for being distracted, until it gets in the way of accomplishing your business goals. Tuning into others “channels” doesn't always serve you the way you want to be served...does that resonate at all?   Well, if this is you, push play! Learn my strategy to get focused and back on track. In this episode, you'll get a quick snapshot of how I use these 10 questions to get focused on serving my clients, and turn away from distractions.  Set yourself up for success by using these 10 prompts, and get BACK TO BASICS. Why did you start your business in the first place? How do I want to show up for my ideal client today?At a minimum, what could I do to serve my ideal client community today?What value do I want to bring to their lives? If I could shout something to them from the rooftops, what would it be? What do I want them to know? What do I want them to enjoy? What can I easily offer them this week? (paid or not)What can I easily offer them this month? (paid or not) Who do I need to BE to serve them in this way? (I need to be a person that/who…) The 10 questions I provided will help you get focused on your clients + your business. And here's you're Mindset Takeaway from Episode 28:  “I keep my eye on my own bobber!” The clearer you get on the WHO of you, the WHAT of you, the WHO of your Biz and the WHAT of your Biz…the better your work life (and the rest of your life!) will be.  Good luck this week getting intentional about what you REALLY want to be doing. I hope distraction falls by the wayside and space opens up for you to truly enjoy MORE of your time at work and at home.  Links mentioned in this episode:Total Money Makeover by Dave RamseyThe 4- Hour Workweek by Tim FerrissAtomic Habits by James ClearPlaying Big by Tara MohrAng Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey there friends!!! Welcome to Episode 26 of The Brilliant Creative Podcast, What do you mean you don't know about Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning? In this episode I'll teach you all about Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning which is a powerful morning routine that you can customize to fit your current morning routine needs.  This episode is for you if:You find yourself fumbling in the morning and you're ready to instead, hit the ground running.You wake up and have negative or debilitating thoughts running through your mind those first minutes of the day and you're ready to take control of that.You feel like you know you could be taking advantage of your morning energy but you don't know how.You've heard about powerful morning routines and you want to hear about one that works. Today's episode is for you whether you have a business or not. If everyone used Hal's Miracle Morning Routine the world would be AMAZING.  In today's episode, you'll learn: -Who the heck is Hal Elrod? -What the Miracle Morning is, and how it can change your life now-What SAVERS stands for-How you can create a powerful morning routine-A little about affirmations and why I think they are so important You'll also get some inspiration from Hals' book about changing your life, like: -You are just as worthy, deserving, and capable of creating and sustaining extraordinary health, wealth, happiness, love and success in your life as any other person on earth. It is absolutely crucial…not only for the quality of your life, but for the impact you make on your family, friends, clients, co workers, children, community and anyone else whose life you touch, that you start living in alignment with that truth. AND MORE!  So…if you're out there, feeling like you need a little boost and you're ready for a powerful morning routine, push play and learn about Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning Routine and Book. You can get it at your local bookstore, or online, or even on Audible if you want to listen to it.  Hey, if this episode was helpful, consider rating and writing a review on itunes. It helps others just like you find the podcast and know it's for them too.  Until next time, enjoy building your powerful morning routine! Hals' links:https://miraclemorning.com/https://www.instagram.com/hal_elrod/ Ang's links: Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn     

Hello, hello brilliant entrepreneurs!Welcome to Episode 25: 30-day One-Sheet-One-Goal Technique.Today I want to help you get focused on ONE THING.Tell me, is this you right now??It's the beginning of the year and you want to do ALL THE THINGS!Because YOU CAN.So your list is big and your brain is ON FIRE.And you're so excited!!!Which is great, and then…it's time to put all of your excitement into action.Which requires setting some goals, and breaking them down into smaller parts.But you have SO MANY GOALS and you DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START!!!So you don't start. And then you feel bad that you didn't start. And now you're spiraling a bit.And then you feel paralyzed. And stuck. And there's a whole lot of time wasted inside your head. It's hard to make decisions. And you don't get a dang thing done. If this is you, tune in today!! And definitely grab the free goal-getter worksheet at www.angstocke.com/onegoalfocusIf you are stuck, it's ok.It's actually a billion percent normal. It's happened to me, to my clients, to almost everyone I know. The goal today is to pull anyone who's stuck out of the mud. If you are NOT STUCK and are really just killin' it out there first quarter, CONGRATULATIONS!  You can use this simple exercise to keep it going. This step-by-step exercise requires about 25 minutes.It's a one-page, 2 sided, very simple tool that can help you GET CLEAR on your main goal for the next 30 days, GET A simple PLAN to reach completion and GET MOVING so you can feel momentum, because momentum BEGETS momentum. It is worth your time. It will save time in the end.After today's episode you'll be focused on completing ONE goal by the end of a 30 day period. You will have identified:The most important goal for you nowA start date and a completion dateDo-able baby steps to move towards completion of goalWho can help you (fave podcaster, collab buddy, accountability partner, coach, mate)What can help you (like having your water next to you, a scheduling app for clients? A candle burning, or work music on, using a timer, your online calendar, or being in a quiet + prepared space)A mindset that can help create the right APPROACH to completing the tasksThe free pdf download is available at angstocke.com/onegoalfocus. PUSH PLAY on Episode 25 and get focused on ONE THING. Getting focused on ONE THING is the secret to creating momentum when you are stuck in your business. You can do it. ONE THING. Good luck!Links mentioned in this episode:www.angstocke.com/onegoalfocus

Welcome to Episode 24!“Entrepreneur Chat with Multipassionate Creative and Owner of 3 Businesses, Bailey Aro Hutchence.” This chat can help you all through the entrepreneurial hard parts and the stuck parts….for those of you in ANY stage of business. Whether it's opening your first business, your second, or even your third; tune in. You'll benefit from YEARS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE in today's episode! Today's Podcast is for you if:A- You're currently feeling stuck and alone because it's lonely at the top and you want to feel like someone gets you….and has been where you are.B- You want to hear from someone who has started and runs 3 solid businesses while still taking time off to travel, write, and go deep with special projects and planning.C- You want to hear from someone who THINKS BIG!!D- You have a business, and you need some KEEP GOING energy!!! E- You want to hear what it's really like to run 3 companies at one time. F- You're ready to open your second or third business, and you want to hear from someone who's currently doing it.G- You want to know how coaching can help you open your first, second, or third business.H-You're curious about the ROI of coaching.I- You want to hear from a business owner who has a soulful, purposeful business mindset. Meet Bailey! She is a shining example of a brilliant creative. Bailey is a multi-passionate entrepreneur born & raised in Duluth, MN. She is the founder of three companies: Bailey Aro Photography, White Spruce Market, and Cedar Bound. As a small business owner for over 12 years, Bailey has fallen in love with not only the creative side of her work, but also the joys (& challenges) of building heartfelt brands. In addition, she loves to teach & coach small business owners on mindset, marketing strategy, client experience, and navigating entrepreneur life. She's a fierce believer in the power of community, and loves helping others move through challenges, whether it's overwhelm, imposter syndrome, or even moments of defeat.When she's not working on fun business projects, you'll find her dreaming up the next travel adventure, reading or writing her booty off, and hanging out in the woods with her bearded British husband & their two giant lap dogs, Summit + Mowgli. Episode Takeaways:●      Bailey's success might have something to do with the depth of purpose she has in all 3 businesses ●      Being ALIGNED with your work is KEY for the long hau●      There's another way to think about work…it could be kind of easy, there's another way to think about your work●      When you love your work, so much goodness is possible…and it's available to you.●      Writing and journaling helps you move forward!!!!●      When you feel stuck, use the question: What Would It Take to ______?●      When you feel confident about your purpose, other's negative opinions just don't affect you as much●      Systems and routines are helpful right away in your first years of business And lastly, here's a quick commercial: It's almost here! Our Life by Design Course, where people learn how to design a life they love. It's for those of you who are ready to get to the next level…and maybe love life just a little bit more. Get more information at www.angstocke.com/lifebydesign. ACCESS ALL of BAILEY'S WEBSITES HERE:https://baileyaro.com

Meet SAM NIELSEN!!!!!Sam is a shining example of a brilliant creative!!!!I love everything about her story, her business, and her journey from teacher to full-time artist and stay-at-home mama!  And I very much love her heart. Her heart leads everything she does. Her heart is at the core of her family, her schedule, her business, her words and of course, her art.  Here's what we dive into on today's podcast: What it really looks like to have a successful art studio run from your home.Multiple income streams in an art businessREAL LIFE ENTREPRENEUR TALK….ANG AND SAM What discipline looks like when you are in charge of YOU, YOUR BRAND, YOUR INCOMEWhy ya gotta get friendly with failure, and know that crickets are OKSeeing the signs + listening to the voice, your intuition, + hearing the Holy SpiritIt's ok to STUMBLE!!!!! Stumble away. Please. Having a baby + becoming a mama in the middle of having a successful business  You'll also learn: ●      What happened when Sam got clear about commissions●      Why Sam gets emotional at her art shows, and why she likes shows●      What Sam does to make sure she doesn't get burnt out!●      How Sam knows she is living her purpose ●      Sam's heartfelt thoughts and clear boundaries on social media●      Why we want to let go of the scarcity mindset, and start to believe “There's plenty for everyone.”●      The PLUS'S of selling art online●      Systems that streamline her biz●      How coaching helped Sam get clear on time boundaries●      How the energy of the first 2 years of your creative biz FUELS your success●      What might be happening in your businesses 3rd year●      How Sam used coaching to identify limiting beliefs that were holding her back ENJOY!!!!!If you like this episode, rate and write a review on itunes for a chance to be mentioned on a future episode.   LINKS MENTIONED in this EPISODE https://www.artbysjnielsen.com/Episode 21: How To Let Go Of (or get better at) Commissioned Work in Your Creative Businesshttps://gabbybernstein.com/https://www.andyjpizza.com/Sam's Skillshare Linkwww.angstocke.com/lifebydesign Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn          

Hey gang…welcome to Episode 22, 27 Things to Work on With Your Coach. The purpose of today's episode is to help you think about what your coach could do for you these next couple of months. What part of your biz needs a little zshuzsh? A little shining? A little refining?Want some ideas? Maybe some part of your life needs a little extra?  Friends, I've got some ideas for you. I literally have a list of over 400 ideas. But I won't do 400 today…I'm streamlining to 27. That seems like plenty for one episode.  This episode is for you if:●     You or your biz got a little off track during Covid.●     You have coaching sessions you want to get back to.●     You need to feel some momentum somewhere, anywhere!●     You want to get focused again. ●     You want to start coaching, and want some ideas of what you could coach on. At the end of the episode, you'll hear about our Life by Design Course and how it can help you design a life you are excited to wake up for. Here's a little about it:Life by Design is a course that helps you get intentional about your life. Your future. What you want to happen. How you want to feel. Who you want to be. It's a 6-week beginner course with lots of coaching tools, mindset, videos, audio files, a membership portal where you can access your course videos and workbook on-demand from any device. It's called Life by Design, but I could also call it Life Coaching 101. We use a lot of the tools I use with life coaching clients during their first 6 sessions of life coaching. The course helps you get really clear on your vision for the future, your purpose, and helps you set goals and intentions with a step-by-step process. Life by Design is a self-guided course. So you do it at your own pace. Which is made easy with a 30-page, full color workbook full of coaching tools to keep you on track. It's organized, efficient and beautifully designed. You know I'm a branding and paper nerd so one rule is that I've gotta love what the workbook looks like. I love the whole course, because it can help create such quick change for people….but I especially love the Vision Board Workshop at the end of the course. Throughout the course you are encouraged to gather items for your vision board, and then we meet live on Zoom to put our vision boards together. We've got examples and ideas of all different ways to create your very own personalized vision board. Of course you can go it alone, but if you prefer a little community….we've got you covered.  You do not need to have a business to take this course. Which means, if you are an entrepreneur taking this course, you could invite your friends to join and do it all together. You could invite your mother, your sister, your daughter, regardless of what line of work they are in….or if they work outside the home at all. Life by Design is about designing a life you're excited to wake up for, and it's for anyone that's ready to get intentional about their life. If you want to find out more, you can go to www.angstocke.com/lifebydesign to get the details, take a look at the FAQ's, and sign-up.  Links mentioned in this episode:www.canva.comDubsadowww.angstocke.com/lifebydesignWebsite | Instagram | Facebook |

Thinking about letting go of some of your commissioned work? Maybe you want to let go of all of it? Or maybe you want more of it?  Today's episode is all about commissions…the positives, the negatives and at the end, we'll talk about how you can structure your commissions so they feel good to you, if you decide to keep taking them. Who should listen to today's episode? Well, if you: ●     Find yourself putting your commissioned work off until the last possible minute●     Occasionally resent doing your commissioned projects because they pull you away from other exciting projects, and you're trying to figure out what to do about it.●     Want more commissioned projects●     Do mostly commissioned projects, and you want to refine your systems You might be saying, OK Ang…I don't feel strongly one way or the other…..I think I want something in between, some commissions, but not a steady diet of them. If that's you, this episode is for you too. We even have coaching homework today…so push play, and let's talk commissions. You can follow along towards the end with the journal prompts below. These journal prompts are for those of you who have done commissions and are trying to decide if commissions are something you still want to do. This is your coaching homework. Enjoy! Here you go:1.   How much energy, time, heart and soul is commission work taking from you? 2.   What would open up for you if commission work was off your plate?3.   What does it feel like to have to do commission work? 4.   How does it affect your brain? Your heart? Your body? Your energy? Your business? Your happiness? Your relationships? Your money?5.   Do those feelings line up with how you want to show up for your business?6.   How do you want to show up in your business?7.   If you could show up that way, what would that do for you?8.   If you let go of commissions, what do you know about how you want to let go?9.   If you let go of commissions, how do you want to communicate this change to the people who need to know? 10.                 If you let go of commissions, what's the first day you will stop taking commissions?  11.                 What does it feel like to even consider letting go of commissions?12.                 If it feels scary, consider this:a.   What will happen if you do nothing?b.   What is the cost of keeping commissions going? Consider mental, emotional, physical, relational, financial. c.    What space might open up for you if you let go of commissions?d.   What space might close for you if you let go of commissions?e.   What words would you use to describe a commission free business?        13. Review your answers. Take a deep breath.              What have you become aware of?        14. What decision would you like to make?       15. Create a timeline around your decision. What do you want to             happen when? What documents or words/verbiage do you             need ready if you've decided to make             changes around your current commission structure?  By the end of this episode, I hope you're feeling clearer on what role you want commission work to play in your busin

Friends!!! Welcome to what will probably be one of my fave episodes ever.This episode is for the plant lovers, the almost plant lover, the non-green thumbs, the green thumbs, the all thumbs. No matter where you are in your plant and flower life, here's some inspiration for you and your office!As a former floral boutique owner, I've got a LOT of info to share. Today's episode has a simple cheatsheet for you to print off…and it's a ONE PAGER. You can get it HERE.Wondering if this episode is for you?It is if:You want some quick and easy fresh ideas for your office. You want to hear from a person who has extensive knowledge about all things flowers, plants and greens.You need some inspiration and you don't have a lot of time to put into deciding what you want.And:It's a great episode for you if you have plants and they're starting to take over your office.It's also a great episode for you if you have some plants and they're dead and dying. Which makes your office look dead and dying too.  It's for you if you want to have flowers or plants in your office all year long. Today's episode is brought to you by my cute little side hustle, which is called “Flowers at Home Flower Class”. Flowers at Home is a class for people who know very little about flowers, plants and greens and just want to learn the basics with a minimal time commitment. Flowers at Home Flower Class meets the first Wed of every month for one hour. Students learn which flowers to buy when, what flowers are in season, which vases work best for what flowers, which plants and greens are the best buys now. Students learn how to easily incorporate flowers and greens into their everyday. They are taught what to do with the flowers they get from the grocery store or Co-op, and which flowers should last the longest. If you're curious about this fun little class, you can get more information at www.angstocke.com/joinflowersathome Ok…who's ready for some flower chat? Plant chat? Greens chat?Push Play on Episode 20!Links Mentioned in this Episode: Flora NorthHucklebearyAnthropologieIllume Candles Websitewww.angstocke.com/joinflowersathomeFreebie Cheat Sheet Episode 20Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Hey gang!! Get ready...this episode is a big one!I wanna invite you to join me today for a workshop.And when I say workshop, I mean, there's gonna be a workbook, and working, and learning. An End of 2021 Business Review Workshop.It's my Happy New Year Gift to all the entrepreneurs listening out there. This is ONE THING I DID NOT DO when I had a flower shop and it is one reason I left MONEY ON THE TABLE. This workshop is for brilliant entrepreneurs.For shop owners, coaches, makers, creatives, non-creative, entrepreneurs with one, two and three businesses.  Who should listen in and do the workshop?Welp...if you want to:●    Figure out what direction you want to take in 2022●    Decide what it's time to let go of●    Decide what it's time to grab onto●    Celebrate what you DID DO in 2021●    Identify your next best steps now●    Feel confident about your biz in 2022 What will it do for you?●    Systematically gather info from all parts of your biz●    Organize your learning from this past year, which is golden.●    Help you think clearly about what you want in 2022●    Help you identify what needs to happen next●    Help you build momentum starting in January, instead of looking up on January 31st and saying, “Ooof, is January already over?” What do you need?Pencil, pen, and your free beautiful full-color 16 page workbook.YES, A WORKBOOK!!!! This free downloadable workbook is a GAME CHANGER for creating actual and lasting change in your business this next year.  You can download it for free at www.angstocke.com/yearinreview.  The goal of today's episode is to help you gently review each area of your business. The ultimate goal is for you to figure out WHAT YOUR NEXT STEPS ARE...and for you to feel dang good about getting as far as you've gotten this year. I mean...if you have a biz right now, and you are here listening to this, it means you are IN. You have a biz. You either started in the past couple years or you've managed to keep it in the past couple years OR...maybe you're one of those business owners who absolutely would not be denied and improved your business these past two years. Either way, YOU are a biz owner. And if you are, review and reflection MUST be one of the tools in your business tool kit. This episode will help you do it. Even if you've never done it before.  We break up your business into 18 different parts. Then, we have you ask yourself 4 questions about each part.At the end, you'll decide which part is the most important to focus on first. If EVERY business owner did this, they would benefit.You know why? Because taking a good look at what happened or didn't happen this past year is the first step in deciding what you want to happen next. This workshop will help your brain feel calmer, more organized, more confident, and it will help you see that you really did get a BUNCH of amazing stuff done this past year. Even in life got in the way.Even if your kid got sick.Even if you moved.Even if you didn't make a ton of money at your last show.Even if you're feeling disconnected from your colleagues or work community.Even if you're still working at home.  Take the time to do a deep dive on your biz. You have a gold mine of information and we need to MINE IT.You worked for the entire year. I invite you to examine what worked, what didn't, and what you want next for each a

Welcome to Episode 19CALENDAR CONTROL Volume 1: Creating Your Ideal Workweek, Workmonth, + Workyear. Download the companion coaching exercise for free at angstocke.com/calendarcontrol1. This episode is for you if you:●    Want to be more INTENTIONAL about your calendar●    Want to say YES to what lights you up●    Want to say NO to what doesn't●    Want to make sure you take a VACATION this year●    Want to get your calendar year ORGANIZED●    Want to work when work feels GOOD●    Want some inpiration around your SCHEDULE●    Want to set time aside for SPECIAL PROJECTS●    Need some FRESH MINDSETS around planning your workweek, workmonth and year●    Need permission to SHIFT OUT OF THE 9-5 This episode will guide you through designing your ideal workweek, workmonth and workyear. Grab the free companion coaching exercise and push PLAY. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the episode:Wheel of Life Coaching Exercise www.angstocke.com/wheeloflifeCalendar Control Exercisewww.angstocke.com/calendarcontrol1 Dubsado Customer Relationship Management (CRM)dubsado.com/?c=tbc20Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

Getting ready for the Holidays?Are you excited for your holiday gatherings...or are you feeling a little stressed?It's a unique time to be planning parties, and also an interesting time to be attending them. We are precariously perched between what happened these last years and what's coming up next. It's a time to really consider, at a minimum, what we want to get out of our holiday celebrations.If you want to get the best out of this year's holiday events, listen in to Episode 17! Katie Quade, from Balanced Roots Retreats is here to talk about what it looks like to plan a gathering that feels really good. Get ready to gather, connect, and have great conversations at your next party...whether you're a guest or the host.   Take time to get clear on what you need this holiday season.What will fill your cup this year?What does your family need?If you're hosting, let us help you with a fresh mindset and some simple considerations before you even send out your invites.If you'll be a guest, let us help you introduce your family to some fresh conversation topics. Let us help you think ahead and set some simple intentions. Just a little bit of THINKING makes all the difference! Join us for Episode 17, as Katie and I discuss how to fill your cup this Holiday Season. (And I don't mean your wine glass.)  Links Mentionedhttps://www.instagram.com/balancedrootsretreats/Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

Who's ready for a deep dive on your brand vocabulary?This week, we're talking brand words.And before we even get to brand words...we're talking about brand archetyping. If archetyping is a new word for you, definitely join me for Episode 16. This one's chock full of new info, hints, tips and strategies all around your brand words. You'll learn:1. What a brand archetype is, and how it leads you to your brand words.2. The 12 different archetypes I use with my clients to determine their brand personality, and then their brand words.3. 10-12 brand words that connect to each brand archetype4. 5+ ways you can use your brand words to attract your ideal clientI want you to feel inspired around your brand words. Whether you already know them, or you're just learning about brand words….get inspired and re-energize your word list today.Let the power of the right words work for your brand. Enjoy!Links Mentioned:www.godiva.comwww.duluthtrading.comwww.angstocke.com/BPWInfo Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

Hey guys...welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast, Episode 15!!!I'm so excited to introduce you to the lady of the day….Mrs. Jebeh Edmunds!I'll be honest, our interview goes all over the place….we talk about her fascinating story, how she went from fleeing her home country with her family at a very young age, to the living in the Twin Cities, to becoming a teacher, to listening to the very persistent voice in her head that said...HEY LADY, there's something more you're supposed to do. We talk about:-How Jebeh knew so many years ago that this big side hustle was happening, no matter what.-How she came up to me 6 years ago and said...I'll be calling you someday.-What it looked like for her to literally BUILD HER BUSINESS DURING COVID...like, the deep, dark, awful days of Covid. Jeb and I were making lemonade out of lemons at the local coffee shop!!!This is an inspiring podcast for those of you who:-Are teachers….or have some profession that you love, but you are being called to something more. And the call just keeps calling. -Want to feel hopeful, and are ready to live in the land of possibility about your passion project. -Need some permission to listen for real to that voice in your head. The one that keeps saying...THIS. Move over here. Do this. Teach this. Be this. Show this. This is where you will shine your brightest light.-Meet a person who does diversity + inclusion training for businesses. What I hope you get out of this episode is this:You can do anything you put your mind to. Ya just gotta believe it's possible.Coaching can help get your passion project off the groundBatching and good systems save time, money and brain powerYou can build your business anytime, anywhere. In a box, with a fox. On a boat, with a goat. During a pandemic, with jackets and hats, outside the local coffee shop, with masks.Listen to the voice that keeps calling, especially if it keeps calling!!!Links Mentioned in this Episode:www.jebehedmunds.comWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 

What if life felt more ON-TRACK?What if life could feel more organized?What if you could quickly get more intentional with your everyday life? Sound interesting? Then you're invited to Episode 14!  In fact, Episode 14 is for everyone.Yep, RATED “E” for EVERYONE. It's not just for business owners, or creative people.YOU'RE ALL INVITED!  Everyone can use the life-coaching tool I'm gonna talk about inside this episode. How can today's show help you?●    It will help you move towards having a balanced + intentional life. ●    It will help you get LIFE back on-track. ●    It will clarify your best next steps now. ●    It will get you moving in the right direction for you. You can download today's very helpful diagram and fill-in-the-blank questions at www.angstocke.com/wheeloflife. It's free, fun, and easy. This episode is REALLY HELPFUL ifyou've gone through a big life transition like:MovingHaving your house under constructionHaving a babyGetting a new job, a large promotionStarting a new businessBuying a businessHealth issues taking over your lifeRetiringBecoming Empty NestersLosing a loved oneA change in relationship, break-up or a divorce  Any of those sound like you??Give episode 14 a GO!!And be sure to download the Wheel of Life At www.angstocke.com/wheeloflife. It's a game-changer.

Hellooooo!Welcome to Episode 13, WGITWA x 4 and What to do About It.Ever feel a little alone...like there aren't a whole lot of people that get you? Creatives often work alone, and sometimes, get lonely. If that's you...I'm with ya.In this episode we talk about your awesome creative brain. You might call it your creative heart, creative soul, creative spirit but I will refer to it today as your creative brain...and WHY I THINK IT'S AWESOME! And also...how it's sometimes lonely and difficult to have this brilliant and powerful creative brain. Because, it is. We talk about 4 different things that business coaching clients struggle with, and give tips on how to manage each of them.  We're chatting about: ●      Overwhelm●      Perfectionism●      Impaired Decision Making Filters●      Analysis Paralysis  Learn how my Impaired Decision Making Filters held me back from creating this podcast before 2021. Yikes! You'll learn about 4 journal prompts that can help you out of overwhelm. Here they are: a.     What decision is it time to make?b.     What is it time to let go of?c.     What is it time to get focused on?d.     What does momentum look like for me this week? You'll learn how the following mindset can keep you going when times get tough, especially if you feel called to do THE THING and you continue to be called, no matter what. If that's you, consider adopting the following mindset: My vision is everpresent and clear. I'm committed to moving towards it regardless of the obstacles in the way. I am able, capable and strong. I welcome and joyfully receive any success moving towards my ultimate vision.  And lastly, we have a contest starting this episode! ****CONTEST ALERT!!! ****If these podcast episodes are helpful, will you rate and review on Itunes?  HOW TO RATE and REVIEW on ITUNES-Go to the show page-Scroll down to the bottom-Fill in the stars  -Tell others what's helpful about The Brilliant Creative Podcast.  Write a review mentioning any episode you've liked, and have a chance for your business to be mentioned in future episodes. So far...there are just 15 ratings, and only a handful of reviews. Which means, your chances are awesome! Good luck! That's all friends. Enjoy Episode 13, where I hope you'll find some really Actionable Intelligence that's HELPFUL to you this week. 

It's a CHOOSE YOUR OWN TITLE kind of adventure here in Episode 12. I like both titles, but you decide which one you like the best.     In today's episode, you'll hear me tell an embarrassing story.I still kind of don't want to tell it, but, I am going to tell it anyway and we are going to chalk it up to ENTREPRENEURIAL LEARNING. If you can learn from my embarrassing story, that will make it worth the telling. Please learn from it. Oooooff. So...who is today's podcast for?This episode is for you if: 1.   You find yourself a bit irritated that your 5 besties don't buy your product or program more often, or ever.  2.   You find yourself a bit put off because your sister isn't using your services for her _______.  (you fill that in….wedding/birthday/home/work event/etc.)3.   You get a little nervous when you are talking to friends about your business because you hope they will become a client or “purchaser”, you feel needy and then actually awkward. (Because needy energy is just the worst. It feels awkward to you and anyone around you. Must. Get. Rid. Of.)4.   You're product/service is so awesome and you can't believe all of your friends from college didn't jump during your most recent product launch. (Don't they know what a GREAT DEAL I offered them?  Normally, my service would cost them ______!)5.   You can't figure out why none of your work friends are coming to every craft show you are in.  (You told them all about right?  Didn't they see it on instagram?  Helllllooooo!  It's going to be the artsiest, most gorgeous, most local, most fun event ever!!!!!  WHERE ARE  THEY?)6.   You feel resentful when your colleague mentions your competition. You feel immediately uncomfortable and can't believe someone DARE MENTION your competition to your FACE.  (Don't they know the other knitters in town are your sworn enemy?)7.   Things aren't going as well as you thought they would at your new yoga studio and you're sorta mad at your 73 year old mother for not buying your latest hot yoga class pass.Doesn't she know how blanking amazing hot yoga is for her aging body?????? It's also for you if you want a little “hindsight is 20/20” learning from a business owner with some decent experience with hindsight. I've got a lot of it! Also...I'm gonna tell you 5 things I wish I would have done differently looking back at my years of owning businesses. Links Mentioned in Episode 12: www.angstocke.com/BPWInfo -->Brand Personality Workshop Options www.angstocke.com/moneylist -->Be the first to find out when we open enrollment to the Money Love Bootcamp Course + the Money Mindset Training Sessions. www.angstocke.com/nightpages -->Grab this free PDF so you can turn off your work brain and enjoy your home time.  https://halelrod.com/ -->I'm a Hal fan!!! Periodically I'll mention Hal...who's book Miracle Morning was a game changer for me when I shifted from owning a flower shop to coaching. I will always be grateful to this awesome little book. If you don't have it yet, it's 100% worth a quick read. 

This week's episode is brought to you by my new, free masterclass for entrepreneurs, called The Organized Entrepreneur. If you'd like to know more about how you can get your creative brain organized around your work so you can feel purposeful and on-track with your next steps, check out angstocke.com/organizedentrepreneur and get the details on how to attend this workshop style masterclass.Today's episode is a continuation of last week's interview of Suzi Vandersteen, owner and brilliant designer at Kitchee Gammi Design Company here in Duluth MN. If you tuned in to episode 10, you know that Suzi has been coaching with me for years and she and I have a very magical relationship. She is, without a doubt, just one of my people. As usual, I only want you to listen this week if you can benefit fromthis particular episode. This podcast is for you IF:-You have a corporate or home office that needs to be REIMAGINED or REDONE-Entrepreneurs trying to figure out their niche-Those of you who have pieces of gifted furniture that you want to let go of now-People curious about how interior design works-DIY'ers who want the insider details on where you can use less expensive pieces, and where you want to spend some money-You want to learn what a design hierarchy is, and how Suzi uses it  In this episode you'll learn:-The latest trends in corporate and home office space-How to re-invent your new college students room to accommodate college students living at home-How the way we work now dictates how current corporate offices are designed-What destination spaces are, what they do +  why they're important-What your open floor plan might need in terms of design-What we don't want to see in your office space-Our thoughts on plants in office setting (hint: they speak loudly)-A fresh mindset to have around plants (so you can stop saying “I can't keep plants alive.”-How Cambria Countertop Company makes magic during the hardest part of their customer's journey-What Suzi thinks about creating her own paycheck all the time-How Suzi addresses fear in the entrepreneurial space -Designer secrets and insider tips!-What Suzi wants you to do about ART-What can get in the way of good design, and what you can do about it-When it's time to redecorate, and how often you need to schedule upholstery + rug cleanings-Coaching questions to ask yourself to help you let go of those pieces that you don't love, but feel like you SHOULD keep-What this pro-designer thinks about Goodwill Ok...are you ready? Here's Suzi Vandersteen and I...join us for Suzi, Part 2. ------ Links mentioned in this episode:Cambria Countertops ​​https://www.cambriausa.com/Al Anon https://al-anon.org/Art.com https://www.art.com/HGTV https://www.hgtv.com/Suzi's company, Kitchee Gammi Design Co. www.kitcheegammidesignco.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Kitchee-Gammi-Design-Cohttps://www.instagram.com/kitcheegammidesignco 

Welcome Brilliant Creatives, today's podcast is for you if:You are an Interior Designer in any stage of your businessYou want to start an interior design businessYou want to learn about what it's like to have a long-time coach or you want to hear some specific benefits of of having a business coach You are stuck on niching...and you want to hear about how powerful and almost serendipitous it can be to really get clear on your nicheYou've ever felt like you need boundaries in your business with yourself or othersYou've ever taken on a client you later regretted You want to hear about a system of client gatekeepingYou are a business owner curious about brand archetyping or branding workYou have recently stumbled upon a business idea that you seem to naturally solve, but you're just not sure how to move forwardYou're curious about what a VIP Intensive Coaching Day does for a business ownerYou feel called or pulled toward a vision that might seem too good to be true, or unattainable, or too big.You want to start believing that you deserve to love your job and your workYou want to know what it might be like to work with a luxury interior designerAnyone in the local area of Duluth, MN that is looking for a luxury interior designer.Anyone who runs a health facility that needs to hire an interior designer specializing in healing design.Anyone who already knows and loves Miss Suzie Vandersteen. She is a brilliant, creative blessing in our community and I'm so happy to introduce you to her! If this is you, tune in!!!  In this episode you'll learn: ●      What it's like to stumble upon your dream job, when you're in a job you already really like!●      Why REFINING your contracts + agreements is a key to staying on track●      Why you might want to pay attention to “word-of-mouth” referrals●      What gatekeeping is and how it can benefit someone in the service industry●      Which types of coaching has been especially helpful for Suzi●      How important knowing and honoring your boundaries is in business●      How important it is to know what kind of clients you LOVE to work with.●      How important it is to know who you DON'T love to work with. This episode is full of good stuff for those of you in a creative service industry...which many of you are in. But it's also great if you want to know what it feels like to have a coach in your corner. Sit back and enjoy Episode 10!  Links for Suzi Vandersteen at Kitchee Gammi Design Co https://kitcheegammidesignco.com/https://www.facebook.com/Kitchee-Gammi-Design-Co-210472922323806/https://www.instagram.com/kitcheegammidesignco  HEY! Are you ready to get your business brain organized?Wanna close some of the TABS that are OPEN all the time?Would you like to feel a little more confident and in control around your biz? Register for the free Masterclass: The Organized Entrepreneur, a 90-minute deep dive teaching you a fresh new way to look at your business and how to keep it organized. A business is a big thing! There's a lot to keep track of.I want to make it easy for you so that, at a glance, you can see your entire business and feel like you've got a really good handle on all

Hey, are you wondering if coaching can help you in your business?Or if coaching can help you start a business??? Well...it's HIGHLY LIKELY it can. Coaching can help you do pretty much anything you want to do. And when I say HIGHLY LIKELY, I'm thinkin' there's a 99% chance coaching CAN help.Those are pretty good odds.It depends on you, your biz, where you are, what's currently in your way, and what results you're looking for.  Here are 10 Things You'll Learn in Episode 9:A little about my background...way back to my teaching daysHow I got the money to start a flower shopHow my floral team + I were involved when Hollywood came to the Twin PortsHow being an achiever can actually take a tollHow coaching helped me as a brick + mortar shop owner + employerHow I learned + trained to be a coach while still owning a busy flower shopWhich sneaky MONEY BLOCK that was in my way and how I changed itWhat a limiting belief is, and why you want to remove themTypes of coaching tools that help my clients How coaches help uplevel your community + your connections Wanna learn what it feels like to have a coach? Listen in.And listen especially close to hear why the heck my husband told me,”GIDDYUP! Whatcha waitin' for??” And lastly...I'm gonna talk about JUDGEMENT. Because I know it's one reason you haven't gotten coaching yet, even though you really want to. TUNE IN. Episode 9 is a great one for the founders, the business owners, the creatives….the people who want help getting to the next level.   Curious about getting some coaching for your business?START HERE ----->Join us as we GET YOUR BUSINESS ORGANIZED at my Free Masterclass: The Organized Entrepreneur. Join me after class for a Q+A Session where you'll get your most pressing coaching and business questions answered. Jump on the Masterclass and see what ONE AWESOME COACHING TOOL (the Wheel of Work©) can do for your peace of mind. It's a BEAUTY!  Details + sign up at www.angstocke.com/organizedentrepreneur . See you there!

Hello hello everyone, welcome to Episode 8! “Pop-Up Show Prep Class. Let's Go!” Attention all makers!! This episode could be for you!!Anyone who goes to shows...pop-ups, fall festivals, art shows, craft shows, junk hunts, occasional shops...if that's you, tune in to episode 8. Whether you go to big shows or small show, today's episode is going to get you ready for your next show. It's like a show prep workshop.And you even get a workbook. For free. A free workbook. I can't even.This is the real deal friends!! We'll assess your last show, capture the learning, and help you make plans for the next show so you can feel confident about it. Purposeful, even. Here's how to listen to this episode: Ideally, you listen to it twice. First, just listen and think.Second, listen with our little workbook.  The workbook that goes with this episode is called, “Things Ya Better Know after your Pop-Up Show (and before the next one)” Get your free downloadable copy here and get it printed!www.angstocke.com/popupshow  What you'll learn:●     A new mindset to have while working ON your business●     How a show benefits your business (other than money)●     A simple calculation for your show's bottom line●     That the money is in the REFLECTION●     3 ways you could bring your team in to help you assess●     What you want to do for your next show●     What you don't want to do for your next show●     What you want to be different for your next show●     Specific ideas, tips + thoughts on being successful at a show And hey, can you start believing this? It's a mindset I'd like you to consider. “My business gets easier when I work smart. Using coaching tools to create awareness and then make informed business decisions is how I want to run my business. As a brilliant creative, I let myself reflect and think. I'm not just running on a hamster wheel, but instead know why I'm doing what I'm doing. I am purposeful.” Join me for a step-by-step walkthrough of your last show, and feel how easy it is to coach yourself into having a great show experience this year.  Get your printout, your Pentel mechanical pencil (of course), a tall glass of water, and a quiet space and enjoy preparing for your next show. Enjoy!  

Rhythm, Routine and Flow...want some?Welcome to Episode 7! All about Rhythm, Routine and Flow. What it is, why it's helpful, and how you can get some now. Get the full mojo from this episode, by downloading this episode's companion worksheet. Find that here---> www.angstocke.com/RRF.  Rhythm, Routine and Flow.YES PLEASE!!!! I want some!Most people are ready to have some.Not only in their business...but in their life.The last year and a half has been unpredictable. We've been on shaky ground.Our foundations haven't felt solid. But one thing you CAN do, no matter what the current masking situation is, is get yourself some R, R + F.As a coach, I really want you to have Rhythm, Routine and Flow in your biz.And if you need some, listen in.  In this episode, you'll learn: ●    What FLOW is, what it feels like, and where it can happen.●    Examples of where my clients have good FLOW in their business.●    How you can get some routine, rhythm and flow in different parts of your business like your social media, your environment, your calendar, your team meetings. ●    You'll do some pre-thinking about what rhythm, routine and flow could look like in your business●    Example of how my clients use routines + automations to create flow●    What gatekeeping is, and why you might want to do it●    Why having systems is so important for you business●    Why I want you to PICK YOUR GURU !●    What the FAB 5 Questions are, and when you might want to use them●    Why a Check-In Meeting with a built-in format is helpful for running a team  You'll also:-Rate your current rhythm, routine and flow on a scale of 1-10 (and then decide where you actually WANT to be)-Find out what WWIT means.-Hear about my obsession with your work ENVIRONMENT.-Learn my thoughts on stickers. (Hint: I know who Lisa Frank is.)-Hear a little about Dubsado. Bonus:This podcast episode could help you save time and money!!!I'll ask you a TELLING question about your CALENDAR.And lastly….Here are The Fab 5 Questions if you need a cheat sheet!1.  What wins can we celebrate from this last week?2.  What's working really well right now? (In other words, what should we continue doing?)3.  What's not working well right now? (In other words, what should we STOP doing or MODIFY? Sometimes this question leads to….hey we need a system created for this.)4.  What would be a great result of our week?5.  What would be a great result of our meeting today? If you want the deeper dive on this episode, remember to download the companion worksheet. It's at www.angstocke.com/RRF .  Remember: Pick one thing.Don't DO EVERYTHING. If you try to do everything you will end up doing nothing, feeling horrible and that will wreck your creative energy. Take a little from today. Take a do-able part. You can always come back.We will consider any tiny step you take a giant success.  So….Until next time, Happy Entrepreneuring! Links mentioned in Episode 7 https://jasminestar.com/https://www.instagram.com/jasminestar/

Ever wonder what it would be like to quit your dayjob (even if you love it) and do something you feel CALLED to do? (Some of you are like, “Ummm...hellloooo, that's why I'm listening to this podcast Ang….) Like literally going from the 9-5 corporate job to having your very own lake home with a separate craft cottage for your creative business????  You probably know it as making your side hustle your main hustle?(Although I wish we could remove the word hustle...but that's a whole different podcast.)   Ever wonder what it would be like to go from ZERO Instagram Followers to 76,000??? I mean…..WHAT????Who does that???Missy Lukkonen does. And you guys…..this girl….don't even get me started!!! This girl is the REAL DEAL you guys!!! She is DOWN TO EARTH.She is EASY TO TALK TO.She is an EVERYDAY GAL.She has had amazing success and she has the BEST ATTITUDE.She has the attitude and soul of a BRILLIANT CREATIVE!!  She is the first to say when something ISN'T WORKING.She is the first to try and FIGURE IT OUT.She is a PROBLEM SOLVER.She compliments others when they make GREAT THINGS HAPPEN! She is a sister, and a daughter, and a mom, and a wife, and a friend to many. And wow is she a CRAFTER.Creative to the core.  I'm grateful to be one of the members of her team. Missy and I have been coaching on and off for the last few years. How lucky I am that we crossed paths. Her story is awesome...and she's an inspiration.  I love our connection...and I truly love her heart for her clients, her creative soul and her beautiful business.  Join me as we learn about Missy Lukkonnen from The Little Green Bean!!! Press Play! YA GONNA LOVE IT!!! Here's what you'll learn in Episode 5 of The Brilliant Creative: ●      Missy's inspiring story...from Maurices Corporate Office to a Craft Cottage on her very own Lakeshore●      Etsy Shop or your OWN Business Website? ●      Craft Shows or Online Sales?●      What if feels like to work in your Zone of Genius pretty much all the time●      What kind of mindset Missy suggests having about Instagram now●      Missy's thoughts on Inspiration...and full blown copying (Hint: N.A.F.)●      Instagram Collaboration Thoughts●      Where she finds the MOST JOY in her business●      How long it took for Missy's husband Mike to quit his job and work FT in the family business●      Missy's thoughts on the future of art shows, craft shows, holiday shows and pop-up shows (Show Go-ers: Get your Show Prep Freebie Here!)●      TEAM MEMBERS and how they help●      Thoughts on Shopify (hint: SHE LOVES!)●      How business coaching has been helpful to her business growth  We'll chat about:-The most recent gift shopping trends-Where we see the maker and handmade movement going-With 76K Instagram followers, Missy has some thoughts on your Instagram attitude! Join us and find out what she has to say!  And so much more, if you're a person who tends to use the hashtag #makersgonnamake….join us for Episode 5, which is Missy, Part 1. We are YOUR PEOPLE!!! And sheesh...this is just PART ONE!!!_______________________________________  

Who's ready to live in the Land of Possibility? Loving your work, having your own business, being in charge of your own calendar, and being your own boss...it's all possible.  I've done it. My clients do it. My friend Missy here has done it. Why not you? In Episode 6, Titled “Missy, Part 2”, you'll learn what it's like to have your creative business dreams come true. And I hope, through this chat, that you will see what's possible. In this episode, you'll find out:●      How MIssy manages her very creative brain...and all those ideas●      What Missy's creative process is●      Two very common places you can get some brilliant ideas!●      How Missy was selected by Michael's Crafts to be a “Michaels Maker”●      What product Missy LOVES to keep her craft room organized and on-track●      How she uses a small team to create a TON of stuff●      When Missy's company first made a profit●      Missy's busiest month as a maker Also, learn the difference between a bookkeeper and an accountant...and if you're serious about business, why you want BOTH professionals on your team. Lastly….We hear what kinds of boundaries Missy finds helpful in her “at home” business. We get to know what her planning days look like, and what happens during a restock.Find out what Missy attributes her success to….and what she does to be super-efficient. (Hint: It starts with a B and ends with ATCHING !!!) When a creative biz has 76K+ Instagram followers, they are doing something right. Come and learn what's working, what doesn't always work, and what's next for this very Brilliant Creative!!! Links mentioned in the show: Grab your Free Pop-Up Show Preparation Guide Here → www.angstocke.com/popupshow The Little Green Bean (Missy's biz!): https://thelittlegreenbean.com/https://www.instagram.com/thelittlegreenbean/ Duluth Junk Hunt: https://www.duluthjunkhunt.com/ https://www.instagram.com/duluthjunkhunt/  Michaels Crafts: www.michaels.com Create Room Co: www.createroom.com Maurices: https://www.maurices.com/  Ang Stocke Coaching LinksWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

Ok friends. Here we go.Welcome to The Brilliant Creative, Episode 4! I feel the need for an extra WELCOME today because...well, I want you to REALLY FEEL welcome today.Today I want you to feel super welcome...and I want you to feel all the love around the topic we're diving into today. It's a topic lots of creatives (and lots of other people for that matter!) feel less than comfortable with. It's money.You guys!!! This is a good one. This episode shows you a little of my heart and soul for creatives. I want you guys to be awesome at money. The first step is to LISTEN to a conversation about it.Let yourself listen and consider.The first step is to let yourself consider that it is possible for you and money to be pals.Yes! You could be pals, buddies, friends. Maybe even good friends.I mean, WHAT IF YOU COULD?????And what if it wasn't as hard as you thought it would be?Even if you are nowhere close to that, especially if you are nowhere close to that, listen in to Episode 4. I'm betting you will learn something new. I'm betting you will be exposed to fresh ways of thinking about money that you have never even heard of before.  It's hard to improve something if you ignore it.Or constantly set it aside. Or always let someone else take the reigns.I'm here to tell you if that's your current M.O., that's not a long term strategy for designing a business that works. YOU GUYS!!! Give me 33 minutes of your time. Let me love you up a bit around money.Yep, I said LOVE.I think we need to love people around money.We need way more LOVE around money, and less shame, less judgement, less negative energy, less tension. Creatives are often highly feeling individuals...right? You guys tend to lean into your emotion (which is often where your brilliant art comes from!)But for money...we need to figure out how to have a little less old and negative emotion around it.We need to get emotion OUT of money and money decisions.We need to look at it in a new light.I think we, as a society, need to get WAY BETTER at money.Clearly, I've got some thoughts about money. I feel so strongly about it that I got a certification in Money Coaching.And I really LOVE helping creatives with money.Actually, I love helping anyone with their relationship with money.Join me for Episode 4. Start the conversation in your own mind. Because every now and then, I'll be hopping back in with episodes that include thoughts, mindsets, and practical day-to-day money coaching. I will often weave a money thread through the podcast episode topics we put out over this next year.Start here and let me be part of your money conversation. I promise to be a GOOD and EMPOWERING and POSITIVE and HOPEFUL part of your money thinking. Won't you come along?Here's what you'll learn:Definition of a money blockThe 5 limiting beliefs that could be delaying your successA step-by-step method to start to rid yourself of money blocksHow to become aware of your possible limiting beliefsWhat strategy you can use to get back on track when negative thoughts come

Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast!Ever feel like perfectionism gets in your way? Specifically with your business? Well, let's talk about it! Perfectionism in business can be helpful, but it can also be harmful. Join me in this episode and learn how to reframe your perfectionist thinking so you can feel some positive momentum in your business. Let's get you unstuck + moving!About this podcast:If you're gonna listen to The Brilliant Creative, ya gotta know a couple things!!1. The definition of WGITWA: What Gets in the Way!!! From negative thinking, to old stories, to perfectionism, to comparison, to limiting beliefs and so much more. A LOT of stuff gets in the business owners' way. I could talk about this forever. Which is why the podcast is happening!!! SIDENOTE: Yes, I made up the word WGITWA. That's what we creative people do right? I'm a big fan of making up words. And if you have your own business...you can make up all the words you want!2.  The  goal for this podcast is for you to      leave with ACTIONABLE INTELLIGENCE..meaning, after you listen, you feel able to be, do or have something that you didn't before. I might offer some coaching homework.  I will always offer journal prompts and questions that should be HELPFUL and FAST, and very often, I will offer new ways of thinking. These are called mindsets. If you wanna be a successful entrepreneur, you need to think like one! In this episode, here's what we'll cover:Examples of WGITWA, and how they can hold you back in your businessLearn how perfectionist thinking was harmful to me in my 23 years of owning businesses (and how it was helpful!)Identify common perfectionist beliefs that might be holding you backLearn new beliefs that can help create a fresh mindset around perfectionismCoaching homework in the form of: Choosing two or three fresh + empowering mindsets and putting them in front of you today!Quickly get to what you want :[0:02:12] Who I am, and who I have created this podcast for. [0:03:10] Elements that set me apart in the business coaching industry.   [0:03:54] What you can expect to learn from the weekly episodes[0:05:55] WGITWA; what it means, and some common examples [0:07:15] The dark path that comparison can lead you down. [0:09:09] Main goals of The Brilliant Creative podcast.   [0:09:29] An introduction to today's topic, perfectionism.  [0:10:44] Ways that my perfectionism has served me well, and ways that is has not. [0:11:49] How I worked through my perfectionism[0:12:33] What a negative orientation is, and why it's not helpful  [0:13:09] Examples of how perfectionism manifests itself within people who have creative businesses.    [0:16:54] Huge costs of perfectionism. [0:17:55] How it feels when you are living in alignment compared to when you are not. [0:18:44] I run through 9 examples of harmful perfectionist mindsets.    [0:20:20] 9 helpful mindsets that can serve as an “antidote” to the harmful ones.     [0:23:54] Where you can find a copy of the 9 mindsets I have shared with you.  [0:25:21] Your homework for today! Links and Resources:Link to the freebie--9 helpful mindsets for perfectionists : www.angstocke.com/9mindsets

Hey there business friend….I know you! You love to make, build, create and design.You're pretty good at it….and usually you can do it pretty fast, right?But what happens when building something doesn't go as fast as you think it will?Like building a business. Building a business you LOVE takes a while. It takes time to get your business running the way you want it to.It can take years. Before we dive into this episode, listen to the mindset provided for you at the beginning.  The mindset for today's episode is basically the creative business version of “Rome wasn't built in a day.” Creative businesses are built bit by bit, conversation by conversation, client by client, decision by decision. Remember this when you feel behind, comparing yourself to others, or just plain stuck.  Imagine your business as a brick building. First you prepare a space for the foundation, then you build the foundation. When that is good and strong, AND YOU FEEL CONFIDENT ABOUT IT, you can build on top of the foundation. First floor, second floor.  Brick by brick. Businesses are built brick by brick. It takes a while to figure it out! It takes a while to figure out what works, what doesn't and it requires that you put some time into designing a business that works for you. And building a successful business foundation requires some THINKING. In today's podcast, I'm going to offer some new ways of thinking about your business. You can make these changes in your thinking RIGHT NOW! This is ‘actionable intelligence'. You can use it right away.  Here's what you'll learn:Why it's so important to get clear on who you LOVE to serve (and whether or not I like motorcycles)What a clear offer is, and why you need one! (and a little about crystals)Why you need to know your clients values (and how one Minnesota uses this on their website + in their language)Why I want you to decide which clients you don't want to work withHow knowing your competitive advantage helps you attract clientsand more!  And hey….I want you to count on me to be your business cheerleader + your positive energy encourager. I'm here because I want you to learn from my experience, and my mistakes! When I look back at my flower shop days, I worked so much IN the business.  We made thousands of bouquets. I sold tens of thousands flowers. Thousands of plants. About 1 million ribbons (it felt like that!). BUT…...I left money on the table by not working ON the business. Wanna work ON your business? Listen in today….and start to work ON your business by working ON your thinking. These 5 shifts are foundational to having a business you love. In this Episode:[0:02:48] How I want you to feel when you listen to this podcast.  [0:03:04] The focus of today's episode, and who it's for.[0:05:56] I share an affirmation to get you into the right headspace for today's episode. [0:07:20] Where you can download the highlight reel/show notes from today's episode. [0:07:40] Why it makes such a difference to work with clients that you love.     [0:08:35] Relying on friends and family to be your client base is a common mistake that creative busines

Welcome to The Brilliant Creative Podcast!Are you ready for a REFRESH in your creative business? After the past 18 months, I imagine a REFRESH or even a RESTART might be helpful. As a creative business coach, I know how empowering it can feel for my clients to look at their business and find a couple parts of it to “shine up”. Or even to “rebuild” or “recreate”. My clients are finding all of these RE words to be helpful right now. And so am I!Join me for a chat on how to REVIVE, RESTART and RE-ENERGIZE your current business. Almost everyone is ready for some fresh, new energy...listen in and learn how!About this podcast:Some businesses thrived during the COVID-19 pandemic, was yours one? If so, you might be exhausted!Or, was it one of the most difficult times in business you've ever experienced? If so, you too might be exhausted!Either way, I'd like to humbly suggest it might be time for a REBOOT. If you are a small business owner, or an almost small business owner, looking for some inspiration to get you back on track after the past year and a half, you have come to the right place. Whether your business did well, or whether your business suffered….everyone is ready for a restart!In today's episode I share the four-step process that I have developed to help you re-energize your business! Whether you are a sole proprietor or you employ a brilliant team, this simple method works for all types of businesses. Here's a little info on the 4 steps. Step 1 is believing that your business is worth it, still valuable, and that your clients are still out there waiting for your product or service. Listen in to all the fresh MINDSETS you can adopt here.Step 2 is to make a decision. Lots of entrepreneurs get stuck simply because they haven't made a DECISION.Step 3 is to brainstorm and determine WHAT you want to do to RE-ENERGIZE your businessStep 4 Choose which items to do and when...commit, visualize and go!Join me as we look forward in your business and take simple and positive steps to get you where you want to be!In this Episode:[0:00:11] Where you can find a cheat sheet to follow along with today's episode. [0:03:10] Elements that set me apart in the business coaching industry.   [0:03:04] The focus of today's episode. [0:04:04] Reenergize: what it means to me and why it is so important right now. [0:05:26] Think about how “re” words make you feel.[0:06:19] Different impacts that COVID-19 has had on small businesses and their owners.    [0:09:24] Whatever position you are in right now, there is always room for a reboot.[0:10:00] The world still needs you; postponed doesn't mean cancelled.  [0:10:55] Step 1 in the re-energize-your-business process: Think empowering thoughts (and 11 examples of what these can sound like).  [0:13:13] Mindsets of the small business owners whose businesses thrived during the COVID-19 pandemic. [0:14:15] Step 2 in the re-energize-your-business process: Make a decision.     [0:15:15] The importance of figuring out what it means to you to re-energize your business, and the various ways that you can do this (this is step 3!). [0:18:44] What it means to grab low-hanging fruit.  [0:20:07] Step 4 in the process helps you choose which of your reenergizing tasks you are going to start with. [0:20:55] A brief recap of today's episode, and what you can exp