Special Mailbag Episode #1
The first episode in the mailbag series is here! This week I'm answering your questions about AB5 laws, contractors and employees, rebranding, social media and more!
Jan 22, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Pretty Okay Podcast
Welcome to the Pretty Okay Podcast, a chill (but sometimes spicy) small business podcast for people who are crazy enough to have one. Hosted by the Founder of Enji, Tayler Cusick Hollman, we cover everything from basic business practices to small business marketing. We sit down with some of our favorite small business owners and experts who share their stories, real-life experiences, and advice, all while keeping it (very) real and honest.
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Social Media, Mental Health + Breaking into Blogging with Christina Furnival
In the first episode of 2020 I sit down with my good friend and licensed mental health therapist, Christina Furnival to chat about the struggles of social media, how it affects our mental health, and her journey to break into the crowded world of blogging.
Jan 15, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
4 Ways To Be A Better Business Owner in 2020
For my last episode of 2019, we're going to cover the two things you need to STOP doing and the two things you need to START doing in 2020 to be a better business owner. Let's make 2020 the best year yet for you and your creative business!
Dec 11, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 28
The End of the Year "Get Your Sh*t Together" Episode
The new year is almost upon us! Each year, I like to share a handy "end of the year checklist" with my consulting clients, and wanted to share it with you! In this episode, we'll go over the 6 big things you need to check off your to-do list in order to start the new year off right.
Dec 04, 2019•11 min•Season 1Ep. 27
How To Be A Hardass When It's Not Your Style
Friends, at some point in your career, whether it be with a client, an employee, or a vendor, you're going to have to take off your creative entrepreneur hat, and put on your hardass hat. In this week's minisode, I'm talking about how female entrepreneurs struggle to own their voice and let the fear of being labeled a "B*tch" hold them back from getting what they truly want and need. Even if you find it difficult to confront people, this episode will give you plenty of tips and tricks to keep on...
Nov 20, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 26
The 5 Unprofessional Habits That Are Hurting Your Business
in this week's episode, I'm breaking down the 5 most common AND most overlooked unprofessional habits that are keeping you from reaching your fullest potential. You may not even realize you're doing some of these. Tune into the episode and see if you're guilty of any of these habits and how you can successfully break them.
Nov 13, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Networking Like an Extrovert When You're an Introvert
If you're an introvert like me, the thought of networking and socializing in large groups makes me want to crawl under the covers. But as a creative business owner, it's important to establish and cultivate valuable connections with other creatives, which means getting outside your comfort zone.
Nov 06, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Risking Success For The Sake Of Authenticity
This week I'm joined by my dear friend and Glitter Guide counterpart, Taylor Sterling. We chat about our recent overhaul and transitions at Glitter Guide, Taylor's dedication to creativity, and how she's navigating this season of change and risking it all for the sake of staying true to her authentic self.
Oct 30, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 23
The 4 Organizational Apps I Tell Every Creative To Use
In this week’s minisode, I’m sharing my 4 MUST-HAVE organizational apps + tools that every creative should use. Whether you’re a solopreneur or managing a team, these 4 apps will make your life SO MUCH easier, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them. Head to www.prettyokaypodcast.com for show notes and resources, and make sure you're following along on Instagram @prettyokaypodcast.
Oct 23, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Setting Healthy Boundaries When Working with Friends
Working with friends can be an amazing experience, but it can also be a messy one if you don't have healthy boundaries in place. In this week's minisode, I'm sharing my top 5 tips for proactively putting boundaries in place before having to reactively deal with any issues. Make the most out of your working relationship and keep your friendships golden.
Oct 16, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Public Relations 101 For Small Business Owners
Publicist and owner of Moderne PR, Connie Wong, maps out all the basics of PR and how you can utilize it for your business. In this episode, we'll go over the what , why and how PR works in the creative industry and how you can utilize it to grow your brand!
Oct 09, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 20
What The Hell Are Core Values + Why Are They So Crucial?
Have you defined the values of your brand? Having a set of established core values is the key to success whether you're a solo entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner with a large team. In this week's minisode, I'm sharing why these values make such a huge difference and how you can figure out yours ASAP.
Sep 25, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Launching A New Product-Based Business with Vanessa Wade
Graphic designer and founder of Wiley Body, Vanessa Wade, joins me this week to share her story. Tune in to learn more about how Vanessa shifted from running a graphic design studio to launching a successful bath + body product company, all while staying true to her values and beliefs.
Sep 18, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 18
The Magical Art of Delegating
As a business owner, you can't waste precious hours and resources on things that aren't moving the business forward. Learn how you can finally relinquish the day-today tasks confidently and efficiently as we go through the how, what and why of delegating!
Sep 11, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Growing + Manifesting Radical Confidence As A Small Business Owner
You asked for tips on confidence, so here you go! In this week's minisode I'm sharing 5 key traits of a confident business owner and the steps you can take to get there yourself.
Sep 04, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 16
3 Ways To Know It's Time To Quit Your Shitty Day Job
I'm joined by marketing consultant and entrepreneur, Tayler Cusick-Hollman in this week's episode to talk about the 3 key ways you can tell when it's time to quit your shitty day job. We're breaking down how you can strategize your exit plan, what to expect during the process, and ways to combat the negative elements of a job you no longer belong at. Plus, Tayler shares her expertise in pivoting from a regular day job to launching your own business. This one is for all you side hustlers out ther...
Aug 28, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 15
How To Get Through A Dry Spell In Your Business
sometimes, no matter how hard you work, there comes a stretch of time where the work dries up. Instead of getting frustrated and tempted to throw in the towel, we're talking about 5 things you can do during this time to not only get you through it, but get you even more excited for your business moving forward!
Aug 21, 2019•12 min•Season 1Ep. 14
How To Cover Your Ass In The Creative Industry
In this week's minisode, I'm breaking down the four basic contracts every creative entrepreneur needs to have in place before any money exchanges hands. Yes, you even need a contract with your grandma. Don't believe me? Tune in and find out the whys and hows behind contracts for entrepreneurs.
Aug 14, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Managing Crazy Ass Growth + Scalability with Natalie Gill
In this week's episode I sit down with Native Poppy owner, Natalie Gill, to discuss how she's gone from working in HR to owning and running a flourishing floral company with two storefronts in under 5 years. Natalie shares all about her growing pains, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way.
Aug 07, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 12
The Ugly Side of Working from Home with Taryn Sutherland Gross
Today’s episode features special guest, Taryn Sutherland Gross of Twinkle and Toast. We’re sitting down to dispel all the rumors about working from home, both good and bad. Tune in to hear what are our pros, cons and solutions.
Jul 31, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 11
My #1 Productivity Secret Weapon
In this "minisode", Sam breaks down the #1 tool she uses to stay productive, how it works, and why it really, really matters.
Jul 24, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 10
All My Honey's Who Makin' Money
Part 2 of our finance series dives into revenue and the big D...debt. We're sharing more about the best way to pay yourself as a business owner, mistakes to avoid when setting your pricing, and how to climb out of the financial hole you dug yourself into.
Jul 09, 2019•43 min•Season 1Ep. 9
B*tch Better Have My $$$
The first episode of our finance series covers all the basics: Terms you should know Systems to implement What to do and what NOT to do when it comes to personal and business finance. Our favorite tools and resources for getting started
Jun 12, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Single White Female
Sooner or later, someone is going to rip you off. Learn how to gracefully handle copycats and protect yourself in the process. Plus, if you care, we give you our opinion of the Game of Thrones finale, but not until the end so you don't have to skip this episode if you hate it.
May 28, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Haters To The Left
In this week's episode, we tackle trolls. Not literally, but we do go in depth about dealing with rude and unreasonable people both in customer service and on social media. Whether you're a product or service-based business or just a personal brand building your following, you will at some point encounter someone emboldened behind a keyboard to be an a$$hole. We're sharing experiences, tips and methods to help get you through it with grace and emotional maturity.
May 15, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 6
How To Pitch Yourself To Brands Without Being Gross
In this week’s episode, we’re chatting about all the things not to do when reaching out to brands. Learn how to build your elevator pitch, and create a thoughtful plan for pitching your business or brand to potential partners. Whether it’s for product trade or payment, we’ll share how to present yourself in the best way possible.
Apr 30, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Why Everyone Needs A Business Bestie
Even the most confident of boss babes has those moments of feeling overwhelmed and lack of control in her business. You might even start to doubt why you started and where you’re going. That’s when your business bestie swings in to save the day. Learn about what a business bestie is, why you need one, and how to find yours.
Apr 12, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Serious Business Woman
Sam and Julia share their personal history and experience in the corporate world, what made them want to make a change, and what valuable lessons they learned and apply to their own businesses.
Apr 09, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Social Media Sucks
As business owners and marketers, we know the frustrations that social media can bring on the daily. This episode, we dive into common gripes with social media and how you can make peace with them.
Apr 06, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Hey Girl - Intro To Pretty Okay Podcast
Learn a little bit more about Pretty Okay and your hosts!
Apr 05, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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