You Made It

Who else better to recap Adobe MAX than with James Barnard! James and I were both lucky enough to be selected to speak at Adobe MAX 2023 so we thought we'd share how we got selected, our highlights, lowlights (if there were any!) and just reconnecting about an epic week. Enjoy! Connect with James: https://www.instagram.com/barnardco/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

Today's episode is a fun one! I frequently receive questions via Instagram DM about challenging situations that designers encounter with their clients. To shed light on these experiences and share my thoughts, I've compiled a list (curated by chatGPT!) that perfectly captures these scenarios. Trust me, they hit the mark. Whether you're a business owner or a freelancer, chances are you've encountered these situations at least once in your journey, and if not, you likely will. So, let's dive in and gain valuable insights on how to handle these sticky moments. Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

Let's Chat! Todays episode is all about trends at the moment, a LARGE canva discussion and my thoughts on AI (get amongst people, get amongst). Would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on what's discussed within this episode. Enjoy! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

So, I have been somewhat absent from releasing any podcasts few a few months, but I'm BACK! This episode I just have a little catch-up, talk about what Pink Pony Creative has been up too - we've got OUR OWN OFFICE (The Stables), made a new hire, announced I'm going back to Adobe MAX and we also talk about a little copying incident we had (which we all experience!). Enjoy! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

On March 8th 2023 I turned THIRTYYYYYY! So as a little celebration, I thought it would be fun to work through 30 things that I've learnt in my career so far, from my own experiences. A bit of a fun episode for ya, hopefully these experiences and pointers can help you work through the first years in your career - enjoy! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

On this episode, I chat with Lydia-Renee Darling - a woman on many talents! Lydia is a Actor-Writer, Producer and Digital Marketer who specifically works with theatre companies, actors and actresses to enhance their digital marketing platforms and allow them to be seen. A truly interesting conversation - I hope you enjoy it! Lydia's Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lydiareneedarling/ Lydia's Business Oh! (My Gosh) Creative Co. Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ohmygoshcreative.co/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

In this episode, we are speaking all about my dance journey! Something a little different to the usual design/business hustle episodes. The premise of this podcast originally was to speak ALL about creativity as a whole and naturally, I have done a lot of chatting about design and business so we are taking it back to my dance days for this one and how it was a base for my social media journey, creativity and educating others! Hope you enjoy it. Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

On this episode of You Made It, we chat with Portugal-based Brand Strategist and Designer, Eva Couto. An extremely insightful discussion around what a Brand Strategist REALLY does, colour theory, hypothetical *design* situations and so much more. Thoroughly enjoyed this chat with Eva and I know you will too. Eva's Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/evacoutodesign/ Eva's Website → https://www.evacoutodesign.com/instagram Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

On this episode I speak with Anna Dower; designer, educator and mentor! Anna has 25 years of experience under her belt and morphed her client-facing business into educating and mentoring business owners and designers. Join us as we chat through tips on creating a course, building email databases, struggles in business and so much more. I loved this insightful chat with Anna and I have no doubt you will too! Anna's Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ Anna's Website → https://annadower.com/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

In this episode, we have special guests Ruby & Gabby on the show! Ruby and Gabby are designers at my agency; Pink Pony Creative. We talk all things university, working at Pink Pony and general industry chit-chat. AND as a bonus - if you listen to the episode, you'll hear a cheeky discount for Ruby's side-hustle Eliliy (pinkpony20). Hope you all enjoy the episode! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

Join me in this episode as I chat with Noah Jennings! We dive into the world of TikTok, alternate reality branding and starting a business. Noah is an absolute beast on TikTok with over 1 million followers and through his growth, has learnt a lot about how to sell yourself on social media, personal branding and even dealing with negativity around work. I loved chatting with Noah and I just know you'll love hearing this episode - enjoy. Noah's Tik Tok → https://www.tiktok.com/@noahjennings Noah's Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nwg.j/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

Today we are speaking with James Barnard; we speak all things getting started in your industry, owning a business, creating content and having your logo featured in a logo book! Guest James Barnard Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/barnardco/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

Since starting my business I often get asked by university students to answer questions as part of specific papers they are taking. So I thought I'd pile the most commonly asked questions up and answer them in a podcast! I talk through everything from how I got started as a graphic designer, other jobs I've had in my career, passive income, being a woman in the industry, and so much more. Hope you enjoy it! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

An episode that I know the listeners will be excited about, introducing this episode's guest: Abi Connick! From a client-facing business to being a full-time YouTuber with over 159k subscribers, a 184k following on Instagram and becoming an educator/content creator! We talk all things getting into the industry, the shift from client-facing to youtube/educator, growing a team and so much more . Abi's Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/itsabiconnick/ Abi's Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@abiconnick Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

Designer, educator and content creator Kenzi Green (from Kenzi Green Designs) joins us on the podcast. We talk everything from copying, earning only $20,000 in her first year of business, mindset, social media for creatives and SO much more! Check out her work and website below! Guest Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kenzigreendesign/ Guest Website → https://kenzigreendesign.com/link-in-bio Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

An opportunity I thought I would NEVER get. Being asked to attend and speak at Adobe MAX 2022 really was the highlight of my whole career. If you've ever wanted to hear all about Adobe MAX - this is the poddy for you. I talk all things preparation, the lead-up, the sessions and just the experience as a whole! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

As a brand designer, Kristy has seen many businesses launch into the world and through working with them and watching from the sidelines, she has put together a list of 20 mistakes brands make when they launch. She discusses understanding sales, buying cheap logos, not following brand guidelines, unrealistic messaging and more! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

In this episode, we talk to James Martin (also known as Made By James) - the man who's done it all! Brand identity designer, business owner, author, educator and course creator. We discuss various topics from James' journey into design, life struggles, marketing as a creator and general success and failures! Made By James Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/made.by.james/ Made By James Website → https://www.themadebyjames.com/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

When you start any business - getting clients and customers can be SO tough. In this episode, we talk through all things GETTING CLIENTS. Especially in those early days when you are JUST starting out. We talk networking, social media advertising, local area marketing, Facebook groups and so much more. Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

The question that EVERYBODY wants to know the answer too - HOW TO GROW ON SOCIAL MEDIA (and some actual steps you can take). In this episode we cover 100-day challenges (and how they can benefit you), boosting your posts, trialling different platforms, using reels, providing value (the inspire, educate and motivate strategy), content ideas for creatives and SO MUCH MORE. Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

It's the old story of you can't get a job until you have experience but you can't get experience until you have a job. Today we talk all about how to get started in your industry, going to university, networking and how to over come the struggles of getting that first job (sign - we've all been there and it's TOUGH!). Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!

The You Made It podcast is all about making, creating and entertaining, where we talk all things design, art, film, inspiration, content creation, social media, small business and so much more! Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/youmadeitpodcast/ Host Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kristy.thepinkpony/ Thank you for listening!