In a world full of noise, your story is what sets you apart. As a solopreneur, you don’t need a massive marketing budget—you need a brand story that’s real, relatable, and rooted in your unique journey. In this episode of Creative Freedom, we’ll explore why stories are the heartbeat of your brand, how your personal journey forms the foundation, and why shared values create deeper connections with your audience. We also include a guide of 16 different stories you can start telling today to build ...
Aug 07, 2025•15 min
Ever roll your eyes at the phrase “personal branding”? You’re not alone. For multi-passionate creatives like us, it can feel like trying to fit a rainbow into a single crayon box. But here’s the thing: your unique blend of passions is exactly what sets you apart. Here’s the thing: your personal brand isn’t about creating a flawless facade. It’s about embracing who you are—warts, sparkles, and all—and sharing that with the world in a way that resonates with your Raving Fans. Brands that last aren...
Jul 03, 2025•18 min
In a world that often demands we “pick one thing,” multi-passionate entrepreneurs and Fusion creatives can feel out of place. But what if your diverse interests are your greatest asset? In this episode, I’m sharing how to embrace your multi-passionate nature and turn your many talents into a thriving business - plus, the inspiring story of someone who built her empire by refusing to be put in a box. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies for integrating your passions, balancing priorities,...
Jun 05, 2025•15 min•Season 8Ep. 7
The music business has changed a lot in the last few years. Music technology has opened up so many opportunities for independent artists introducing a whole new breed of overnight success stories who've had a video go viral... and then suddenly, they're the next big thing. But for every one of these overnight sensations, there are hundreds of thousands of musicians trying to build a following online (or offline) - to become a professional musician that makes a steady living from performing this ...
May 15, 2025•51 min•Season 8Ep. 6
In this noisy and competitive business world, it's easy to get caught up in comparing ourselves to others and trying to fit into the mold of what others think we should be - or even what WE think we “should” be. But that's a recipe for frustration and mediocrity. (Cue the sad trombone) Instead, we want to use our quirks - our STRENGTHS - to our advantage. They are really your secret weapon or your special sauce in both life and work! Today, we’ll unpack exactly HOW to put them to work for you. H...
Apr 03, 2025•21 min
In a world filled with noise and competition, standing out can be a challenge, and it’s particularly daunting if you’re a multi-passionate entrepreneur or Fusion creative. You’re so good at so many things that defining a clear niche or brand identity can be hard. But what may look like a challenge is exactly what you need to captivate your Raving Fans' attention. In this episode, I'm sharing three secrets that you can start implementing TODAY to break out of the sea of sameness, along with the s...
Mar 06, 2025•27 min•Season 8Ep. 4
In Heart-Centered Business: Healing from toxic business culture so your small business can thrive , Sufi spiritual business teacher (and my long-time colleague and friend, Mark Silver, M.Div. speaks to those who hate the toxic way business has developed, and want an approach to business that is as nourishing as it is powerful. Our interview is an exclusive bonus episode for the season. Learn more about how YOU can build a business that is in alignment with your values, beliefs, and heart....
Oct 02, 2023•58 min
Let's talk about something we all know deep down: there's no one-size-fits-all approach to success in business. It's all about finding YOUR way and embracing your unique creative spirit (within legal boundaries, of course!). But hey, let's be real; carving out your own path can be a bit challenging, especially if you're a Fusion creative like me. No matter where you fall on the creative spectrum, if you're feeling a little lost on your journey to success, I've got you covered! In this episode, I...
Jun 22, 2023•29 min•Season 8Ep. 3
Do you have an impressive list of credentials and/or decades of experience? And despite that, you're still on the struggle bus when it some to confidence in yourself and your business. Or, you know your stuff but don’t see yourself on “the same level” as other influencers in your niche? Then you might be an Undervalued Unicorn! Check out Season 8, Episode 2 of the Creative Freedom Show to find out how to EMBRACE your inner Unicorn and STOP being Undervalued....
Jun 08, 2023•19 min
You are in for a treat with Season 8 of the Creative Freedom show! We start things off with a bang by tackling one of the most essential yet frustrating topics in business: business models. I know, I know, it's not the most glamorous thing to talk about, but hear me out. Whether you realize it or not, you already have a business model if you're bringing in any income from your biz. The real question is: is it actually working for you? If you're not sure, don't worry. This episode dives deep into...
May 25, 2023•27 min•Season 8Ep. 1
I can’t believe 2022 is almost over! During the Creative Freedom Retreat last week, we began planning for 2023, and I think this particular episode is a perfect way to end Season 7 of the Creative Freedom Show and segway into the new year. I’ve been in the online world for almost 30 years (zoinks!). I've been a business coach for almost 20 years. I've seen a lot, done a lot, and worked with many different clients in that time: direct sellers, solopreneurs, and now creative entrepreneurs. Over ti...
Dec 22, 2022•43 min•Season 7Ep. 10
Ever been on a bad date? I mean a really bad date? One that was so bad you felt the urge to write a song about it? Have you ever been the subject of a song about a really bad date? I’ve kissed a few frogs in my day, but none of them warranted the kind of song that Nile Rogers of the famous music group CHIC wrote back in 1981. He went out with a woman and at some point in the evening, she started expecting him to use his celebrity status for her benefit. The nerve! This young lady may well be the...
Dec 08, 2022•19 min•Season 7Ep. 9
This is a bonus episode that you won't find anywhere else. Not on the blog, not on social. Only for our podcast listeners. Like an Easter egg, but it's Thanksgiving. So Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 23, 2022•35 min
When you’ve got a capacity problem, something has to give - and we’ll talk more about that in an upcoming episode. But for today, let’s assume you’re ready AND you’ve got the capacity to play to a bigger audience. How do you jump from being a big fish in a small pond to a larger one? While you can’t control the outcome, you can do a few things. Leverage your “local” relationships, give yourself time to be seen and deepen relationships with the right folks, find your consistency rhythm, and above...
Nov 10, 2022•24 min•Season 7Ep. 8
Being invisible - especially in your business - has advantages… some hidden advantages that you’re probably not even consciously aware of. Today, we’re going to shine a light on these perks of invisibility so that you can make some empowered decisions about when to step into your spotlight and when to stay carefully tucked away in the shadows.
Oct 27, 2022•26 min•Season 7Ep. 7
A few years back, while attending an abundance workshop, I encountered one of the scariest moments of my life! A particular exercise gave me, a business coach, a very “deer in the headlights'' moment but also, a breakthrough that changed the way I work with clients. Had my coach not taken just a few extra moments out of her agenda to help me with this roadblock, I might still struggle with the idea of holding onto something so much. I might have never fully launched the Incubator, which has help...
Oct 13, 2022•34 min•Season 7Ep. 6
One of the common fears that comes up with my clients time and time again is becoming a target for haters, cancel culture and trolls. I mean, the bigger they are, the harder they fall, right? The idea of having to deal with negative attention does not feel expansive, fulfilling, or joyful. I mean, no one wants haters, and when you’ve already got a full plate, comments and attacks can be the straw that breaks your back. It leaves them thinking they have to choose safety over the real success that...
Sep 22, 2022•30 min•Season 7Ep. 5
When I was 16, I was over-the-moon excited about getting my driver’s license. I wanted it SO bad. I had helped my brother study for his exam and I was pretty sure I had the study guide memorized. But I wasn’t prepared when Dad invited me out to drive. “What? Me? On the road? But Dad, I don’t have my license yet! I don’t have my learner’s permit yet! That would be breaking the law! I don’t think I could DO that! I don’t think I’m ready for that.” “Okay kid.” He never asked me again. He asked my s...
Sep 08, 2022•36 min•Season 7Ep. 4
This is Creative Freedom - Empowerment for creative entrepreneurs. Where can-do inspiration and how-to education collide to help you Own your Dreams without selling your soul™.
Aug 07, 2022•19 min•Season 6Ep. 15
A long-time friend of mine came to visit Nashville not long ago. He paid me a compliment or two, as he often does, and I poo-pooed nearly all of it. Later, when we were at lunch with my family, he turned to my husband and asked: “How does she not see how talented and gifted she is?” My husband shrugged in agreement that I wasn’t owning my gifts and talent, and I certainly wasn’t accepting the compliment. Hello, Impostor Syndrome! What is Imposter Syndrome anyway? Well, it can be defined as a col...
Jul 07, 2022•25 min•Season 7Ep. 3
I’ve been holding onto this episode for a long time. Decades, in fact. You may already know that I’ve been in the online space for nearly 30 years - back when it took 15 minutes for an animated Gif to load and we were actually excited about that! I’ve seen the rise and fall of many an internet marketer in my time - and the cult-like followings and mythos that those gurus often created around themselves. In that time, I’ve learned a lot about what works and what doesn’t work. Which is why I’m sti...
Jun 16, 2022•29 min•Season 7Ep. 2
It's finally Season 7! It has been a long road to get here, and I’m so excited to be digging into the new content this season - all around helping you overcome the passed over paradox and step more confidently into your Great Work. To Be that star in your market, instead of a best-kept secret. Last season I talked about increasing your brand visibility by showing up, giving people a reason to pay attention and by collaborating with colleagues. But that third point - collaborating with colleagues...
Jun 02, 2022•29 min•Season 7Ep. 1
This is the LAST episode of season 6!!!I am ready to CELEBRATE with this week's episode where we dig into the questions I recommend asking yourself before you decide you are ready for coaching. Coaching is not a magic pill that cures all ills. In fact, many of my clients will recount the times they’ve sat with me and cried or told me to eff-the-eff-off because they didn’t like the hard truth they were facing in the moment. Truths that they ultimately HAD to face if they wanted to move forward. Y...
Apr 21, 2022•41 min
Our money stories shape our choices... which chape our money stories... and so on, and so on! Today, I’m sharing the biggest money blocks for each creative type. Because, while we’re all unique, we do carry a few patterns in our types that can put up BIG roadblocks to our business growth and success. Each creative type has can have similar symptoms when it comes to hitting a plateau in your business, but the CAUSE is often one of these thought patterns. If you haven’t already taken our free quiz...
Apr 14, 2022•24 min•Season 6Ep. 16
In 2007, Consumer Reports did a taste test with McDonald’s coffee and Starbucks. The Consumer Reports Coffee Taste Test showed that McDonald’s plain black coffee edged out Starbucks and other fast food chains and had the best tasting black coffee of them all. Then in 2009, a more informal Starbuck’s taste test was held to look at some of the flavored coffees. This was a bit less scientific, but still a blind taste test. The result? McDonald’s wins again! But here’s the point I thought was intere...
Mar 31, 2022•25 min
I have an Incubator client right now that’s working on building their business, and they don’t have a large audience. Between fits of frustration around wanting to go faster and inspired ideas that need execution, we’ve been having conversations around who they serve and how to talk to them to stimulate sales without coming off as sleazy. As nice as it would be to just jump from a great business idea to loads of sales, it just very rarely works that way. Could she walk up to every person she mee...
Mar 29, 2022•33 min•Season 6Ep. 13
In our last episode we talked about how to find folks and I intimated a little bit about the need to talk TO them, not AT them. But we didn’t get into specifics of how to do that - what to say, etc. I don’t want to leave you hanging. So, that’s what this episode is all about. This episode will be useful regardless of how well connected you are with this audience. Whether you’re just getting started with them or you’ve got clients, or the start of an audience but not many Raving Fans, I’m going t...
Mar 17, 2022•35 min•Season 6Ep. 12
There was a time in the big bad world of business, where you could pretty much sell anything and people would buy it. You didn’t need to persuade people about the benefits of choosing you because you were the only game in town. They either bought what you were selling or they went without. Period. But buyers are smarter, do more research, and have a LOT more options at their fingertips. It takes more than just “buy my stuff, it’s great” to encourage a buyer to say yes. But even in a world where ...
Mar 10, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Pivot! It was one of the biggest buzzwords of 2020, thanks to the pandemic that shall not be named putting a monkey wrench into EVERYONE’S plans! Not to brag, but I’ve been pivoting since before it was cool. I’ve probably done the pivot 5 or 10 times in my nearly 30 years online. I mean, nothing lasts forever and the only constant is change, right? Last episode I talked about how Taylor Swift pivoted to a new music genre...and she’s not the only one. Fine artist Henri Matisse and lots of compani...
Mar 03, 2022•27 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Here's a question for you today: How does a rock get its own facebook page? The answer? The rock has Raving Fans. People so deeply committed to what it stands for that they want to share it with their audience. Raving Fans are your evangelists. They buy from you, but they also bring with them the support and rapport of new audience members that will get you faster traction and even greater income. But most importantly, your Raving Fans will help you share and disseminate the message and make the...
Feb 24, 2022•22 min•Season 6Ep. 9
