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The Brand Strategy Podcast

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The Brand Strategy Podcast is a show created to equip you with the inspiration, encouragement, and clarity you need to build the brand of your dreams with purpose and intention. From sustainable strategy to heartfelt encouragement, each episode is designed to equip you with the tools you need to chase after your dreams. Because you deserve a brand that empowers you to do what you love, serve the clients you dream of working with, and experience a deep sense of fulfillment along the way! So get comfy, grab a mug of coffee or your favorite beverage, and join host Bonnie Bakhtiari as we explore what it takes to build a truly strategic, heartfelt brand!
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Episodes

Episode 290: Cultivating Your Creative Practice

The world needs your creativity, friend. And in today’s episode of the podcast, I’m diving into why this season is the perfect time to cultivate your creative practice, take a step inward, and pour into yourself. Reflecting on the natural rhythms of fall and winter, I explore how these seasons call us to rest, reflect, […] The post Episode 290: Cultivating Your Creative Practice appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

Nov 13, 202416 min

Episode 289: Dealing with Decision Fatigue + Burnout as a Creative Entrepreneur with Josh Berger

How do you navigate decision fatigue as a creative? Especially when you’re constantly bombarded with decisions that require your attention from work, home life, and personal relationships? Well, today on the podcast I’m talking about handling decision fatigue as a creative with licensed professional counselor, Josh Berger. Josh has been on the podcast before, and […] The post Episode 289: Dealing with Decision Fatigue + Burnout as a Creative Entrepreneur with Josh Berger appeared first on b is f...

Oct 30, 202442 min

Episode 288: Rebranding 101 for Wedding Industry Pros

Rebranding 101 for Wedding Industry Pros In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into Rebranding 101 for Wedding Industry Pros. Think of this episode as a helpful checklist to guide you through the process of rebranding with confidence. Whether you’re a wedding planner, floral designer, photographer, venue owner, or stationary designer, I’ve designed this episode to […] The post Episode 288: Rebranding 101 for Wedding Industry Pros appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy &a...

Oct 16, 202431 min

Episode 287: 4 Ways to Get Your Wedding Business Ready for Engagement Season

Let’s get your wedding business ready for engagement season! Hey friends, welcome back to The Brand Strategy Podcast! Today’s episode is all about preparing your wedding business for the upcoming engagement season so you’re able to intentionally connect with your ideal couples when they need you the most. Whether you’re a wedding photographer, wedding or […] The post Episode 287: 4 Ways to Get Your Wedding Business Ready for Engagement Season appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand desi...

Oct 02, 202426 min

Episode 286: Is it time for a brand assessment?

Do you need a brand assessment for your creative, service-based business? Tune in to find out! Today on the Brand Strategy Podcast, I’m chatting about brand assessments and how to figure out when it’s time to tap into that kind of support. You might be searching for clarity with your current brand as you attempt […] The post Episode 286: Is it time for a brand assessment? appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

Apr 17, 202418 min

Episode 285: A New Way of Showing Up in Your Creative Business

Showing up as Future You in your business right now. Today on the Brand Strategy Podcast, I’m chatting about a fresh way of showing up in your creative business that inspires growth. You might have heard about the concept as showing up as the future version of yourself right now in order to think, act, […] The post Episode 285: A New Way of Showing Up in Your Creative Business appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

Apr 03, 20247 min

Episode 284: Making Marketing More Fun with Custom Quizzes

Making your marketing feel more fun with a custom quiz In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing how service-based businesses and creatives can use a custom quiz to make marketing feel more fun, inspire deeper connection with your ideal clients, and increase conversions in the long run! No matter how many times you’ve seen […] The post Episode 284: Making Marketing More Fun with Custom Quizzes appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative ent...

Mar 06, 202427 min

Episode 283: The 5 Biggest Mistakes Business Owners Make with Lead Gen with Marion Wagner

ACQUIRING HIGH QUALITY CLIENTS AS A CREATIVE SERVICE PROVIDER In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m chatting with Growth Strategist Marion Wagner about effective lead generation strategies for service providers. As a creative business owner, you’ve probably heard all sorts of advice around lead gen, but what are strategies actually worth implementing and which ones […] The post Episode 283: The 5 Biggest Mistakes Business Owners Make with Lead Gen with Marion Wagner appeared first on b is for b...

Feb 21, 202441 min

Episode 282: Intentional Business Trends for 2024

Intentional Business Trends Creatives + Service Providers in 2024 In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m chatting about the biggest business trends I anticipate impacting the way we show up both internally and externally in our businesses as creatives and service providers in 2024! The way we did things back in 2019 no longer applies, […] The post Episode 282: Intentional Business Trends for 2024 appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entre...

Feb 07, 202429 min

Episode 281: Acquiring High Quality Clients with Heidi Taylor

Acquiring High Quality Clients as a Creative Service Provider In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m chatting about attracting high quality clients with business growth coach Heidi Taylor. As a creative service provider, you may have found yourself connecting with clients who aren’t quite the best fit for your unique service. And in this episode […] The post Episode 281: Acquiring High Quality Clients with Heidi Taylor appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & educa...

Jan 10, 202433 min

Episode 280: Upgrade Your Brand During Your Slow Season

Elevating your Brand during your Slow Season In today’s episode, I’m sharing ways to upgrade your visual brand during your slow season. For many of us in the wedding and event industry especially, the coming months often reflect an off season that we can strategically use to pour back into your amazing business. In this […] The post Episode 280: Upgrade Your Brand During Your Slow Season appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ...

Dec 20, 202319 min

Episode 279: Navigating a Career Pivot in Mid-Life with Katie Dubois

Pivoting Your Career in Mid-Life with Katie Dubois In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m chatting about navigating a midlife career pivot with purpose and passion with guest Katie Dubois. From graphic design generalist to presentation design specialist, Katie shares her inspiring journey and valuable insights on embracing change after 30+ years in the design […] The post Episode 279: Navigating a Career Pivot in Mid-Life with Katie Dubois appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design,...

Dec 06, 202328 min

From the Archives – Ways to Mindfully Accept Unsolicited Business Advice

Mindfully Accepting Unsolicited Business Advice during the Holidays This time of year, many of us are gathering around the table to celebrate the holiday season with friends, family, and colleagues. And during these get-togethers, it’s all too common to find yourself in a conversation with someone who wants to share their opinions and advice on […] The post From the Archives – Ways to Mindfully Accept Unsolicited Business Advice appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy &...

Nov 22, 202319 min

Episode 278: Creating Your Ideal Holiday Schedule as a Service-Based Business

CREATE YOUR IDEAL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing practical ways to create your ideal holiday schedule as a service-based business owner before the year ends. From short term actions you can implement today to long term planning suggestions to help you better structure your availability throughout the year, today’s episode […] The post Episode 278: Creating Your Ideal Holiday Schedule as a Service-Based Business appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand des...

Nov 08, 202321 min

Episode 277: How Culture and Identity Influence Our Marketing with Cassandra Le

How Culture and Identity Influence Marketing In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by the talented Cassandra Le to discuss how culture and identity influence our marketing as creatives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. In this fun conversation, Cassandra and I explore what “culture” really means in the context of your marketing, how your […] The post Episode 277: How Culture and Identity Influence Our Marketing with Cassandra Le appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand d...

Oct 25, 202344 min

Episode 276: 3 Ways to Use AI and ChatGPT in Your Design Business

USING AI IN YOUR DESIGN BUSINESS In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing 3 ways you can use ChatGPT and AI in your design business to improve your workflows, save precious time, and better serve your design clients along the way! From project management to content creation and marketing shortcuts to weekly meal plans, […] The post Episode 276: 3 Ways to Use AI and ChatGPT in Your Design Business appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative...

Oct 11, 202319 min

Episode 275: Where Branding Goes Wrong with Rendezvous Creative

WHERE BRANDING GOES WRONG In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by the talented creatives behind Rendezvous Creative to chat about where branding goes wrong and what you can do to avoid these all-too-common missteps. During this fun and no-holds-barred conversation, we explore common branding mistakes we see in the creative, online business owner […] The post Episode 275: Where Branding Goes Wrong with Rendezvous Creative appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy ...

Sep 27, 202351 min

Episode 274: 5 Transformative Habits in My CEO Routine

In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing 5 transformative habits that have shaped the way I show up as a CEO in my creative, service-based business. These practices range from daily to weekly habits I implement in order to not only grow my business with intention, but in order to cultivate personal growth, as […] The post Episode 274: 5 Transformative Habits in My CEO Routine appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

Sep 13, 202324 min

Episode 273: Ditching One-Size-Fits-All Marketing with Tayler Cusick-Hollman

In today’s episode of the podcast, we’re getting real about why one-size-fits-all marketing strategies aren’t necessarily the best solution for your online business’s marketing. I’m joined by marketing consultant Tayler Cusick-Hollman and together we’re exploring a better approach to marketing your creative, service-based business so you can connect with your ideal clients on repeat without […] The post Episode 273: Ditching One-Size-Fits-All Marketing with Tayler Cusick-Hollman appeared first o...

Aug 30, 202336 min

Episode 272: 11 Takeaways from 11 Years in Biz

In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing 11 business takeaways from the last 11 years in business that I wish I knew in years past. I’m peeling back the curtain on my journey by sharing some rapid-fire lessons that I hope will encourage you, save you precious time and energy, and remind you that […] The post Episode 272: 11 Takeaways from 11 Years in Biz appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

Aug 16, 202314 min

Episode 271: Leveraging Content Strategy to Reach Your Goals with Amanda Warfield

In today’s episode of the podcast, we’re diving into all things content strategy with guest Amanda Warfield! As a content marketing and launch strategist, Amanda joins us to share how we can leverage content strategy as online business owners to reach our unique goals. Whether you’re looking to increase client inquiries or sales, or you’re […] The post Episode 271: Leveraging Content Strategy to Reach Your Goals with Amanda Warfield appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strate...

Aug 02, 202328 min

Summer 2023 Teaser | Brand Strategy Podcast

As we approach the middle of Summer and the start of my annual sabbatical, we’re switching things up over here on The Brand Strategy Podcast! In order to allow me and my team a little more flexibility in soaking up the sun this summer and being fully present with our favorite people, we’re taking the […] The post Summer 2023 Teaser | Brand Strategy Podcast appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

Jul 05, 20236 min

Episode 270: Demystifying Conversion Copywriting with Dani Paige

In today’s episode of the podcast, launch copywriter Dani Paige joins me to demystify conversion copywriting for service-based business owners and course creators. Whether you’re launching a new service or you’re refining an existing offer, the copy you use on your sales pages is directly tied to how that offer will perform. But what should […] The post Episode 270: Demystifying Conversion Copywriting with Dani Paige appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & educati...

Jun 21, 202330 min

Episode 269: Breaking Up With Social Media with Meg Casebolt

In today’s episode of the Brand Strategy Podcast, I’m joined by SEO expert Meg Casebolt to talk about breaking up with social media without negatively impacting your quantity or quality of client leads! In this no-holds-barred conversation, Meg shares how her relationship with social media shaped her, her business strategy, and how to reduce your […] The post Episode 269: Breaking Up With Social Media with Meg Casebolt appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & educa...

Jun 07, 202354 min

Episode 268: Navigating intentional change in your creative business

When was the last time you made a change in your business? When was the last time you assessed what was working, what wasn’t, and took intentional action based on your findings? For many of us, we only assess our businesses, systems, and structures when something isn’t working for us. But what if we made […] The post Episode 268: Navigating intentional change in your creative business appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneurs ....

May 24, 202337 min

Episode 267: Cultivating Self-Trust as a Designer with Jen Davis & Esther Knox-Dekoning

In today’s episode of the Brand Strategy Podcast, I’m chatting with Jen Davis and Esther Knox-Dekoning about cultivating self-trust as a designer. These two talented designers are the voices behind Better Brand Designer, and with their combined years of experience in the design industry they know a thing or two about what it looks like […] The post Episode 267: Cultivating Self-Trust as a Designer with Jen Davis & Esther Knox-Dekoning appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, ...

May 10, 202347 min

Episode 266: My Best Lead Gen Advice For New Designers

Today’s episode is especially for my fellow graphic, brand, and web designers! I’m peeling back the curtain on my best lead gen advice for new designers (and established designers!) just like you who are ready to connect with your ideal clients in ways that better honor your time, energy, and creativity. In this episode, I […] The post Episode 266: My Best Lead Gen Advice For New Designers appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepreneur...

Apr 26, 202322 min

Episode 265: How to Scale Your Design Business With Website Templates with Kate Scott

In today’s episode of the Brand Strategy Podcast, I’m chatting with Squarespace expert and online educator Kate Scott about how to scale your design business with website templates. Whether you’re a newer designer who’s curious about what it takes to create and sell your own website templates, or you’re an established designer who is looking […] The post Episode 265: How to Scale Your Design Business With Website Templates with Kate Scott appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, ...

Apr 12, 202322 min

Episode 264: The Biggest Branding Trends I’m Seeing In 2023

Let’s have a little real talk, fellow creative! In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of the biggest 2023 branding trends I’m seeing within the creative community and online business space. In this episode, I am diving deep into some of the most impactful strategies that I’ve seen and that I’m confident will continue to be […] The post Episode 264: The Biggest Branding Trends I’m Seeing In 2023 appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education for creative entrepre...

Mar 29, 202323 min

Episode 263: Heart Centered Sales with Anna Rapp

In today’s episode of the Brand Strategy Podcast, I’m chatting with business mentor and mindset coach Anna Rapp about heart centered sales for creative entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a newer business owner who’s feeling a little less than confidence about your sales process, or you’re an established entrepreneur looking to take your sales approach to a […] The post Episode 263: Heart Centered Sales with Anna Rapp appeared first on b is for bonnie design | brand design, strategy & education fo...

Mar 15, 202330 min
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