Beste Biz Birthday Bash podcaster (2024)

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Thank you for 4 amazing years! 20:44

1y ago20:44

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It’s the end of an era - a podcast party era that is! We’ve had so much fun serving you behind the mic for 4 years, but recently we’ve experienced massive shifts in our lives and businesses that require us to say goodbye to the pod (Listen in to this episode for the deets!). While leaving our microphones behind is incredibly bittersweet, we’re exci…

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The People Behind the Paper - feat. April and Shanna from Tog.Ink 54:25

1y ago54:25

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Have you ever wondered what kind of vendors we feature in the A-Z Directory? If so, you’re in for a treat with this episode! Today, we’re getting all of the tea on one of our favorite vendors that has been providing exceptional print services for designers for 70 years. Yep. You read that correctly - 70 years! Listen in as we chat with April and Sh…

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2022 Year in Review 54:01

1+ y ago54:01

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IT’S TIIIIIME! 🎉 Join us today for our 2022 year in review! Last year was full of huge and delightful changes. Precious Mia made her debut a bit early in January and Cami started the new year with a crash course in soaking up baby snuggles while also running a brick-and-mortar. Elisabeth said goodbye to wedding invitations and explored new revenue …

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Throwback Episode: An Intervention! It's Time to Think Outside the Box 43:12

1+ y ago43:12

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Here’s the deal: there’s more to product creation than you probably think there is! That’s why today Cami and Elisabeth are pulling back the curtain and chatting about all of the details that go into developing a stellar original product. Listen in as they talk about how you can leverage the A-Z directory as a starting point to make the product dev…

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Q & Cake #38 - New Year Goals Edition 31:56

1+ y ago31:56

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If you’re anything like us, new years resolutions aren’t your jam because well, there’s nothing more deflating than spending hours mapping out lofty goals, only to drop the ball by January 31st. And while it’s easy to shy away from goal-setting completely to avoid disappointing yourself, that’s not our game plan either. Today, we’re inviting you to…

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Marketing Tactics for a Retail Shop Location 25:16

1+ y ago25:16

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Are you dreaming of opening your own retail shop in 2023? Maybe you love the idea of interacting with customers face-to-face and building real relationships in your community. But still, there’s one thing that’s holding you back - the fear that you’ll pour your heart into opening a shop that ultimately collects dust. But we don’t want fear to keep …

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A Fresh Perspective on Building Your Brand - feat. Cindy Chang of The Hustling Heart 48:58

1+ y ago48:58

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It’s not every day that you get to sit down with a brand strategist who spent years building multimillion-dollar brands in corporate AND who knows what it takes to build a successful small creative business firsthand, but today, we’re doing just that! Meet Cindy Chang of The Husting Heart. In this episode, Cindy is sharing her brand positioning sec…

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2023 Trend Predictions 45:50

1+ y ago45:50

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CALLING ALL MAKERS - The new year is quickly approaching which means you’re probably cooking up fresh new product ideas as we speak. But before you put your ideas into motion, stop, drop and listen to this episode! We are sharing our trend predictions for 2023. We’re talking about everything from hot color pallets and design trends for weddings, in…

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The World of Surface Pattern Design - feat. Colleen Underwood 38:14

1+ y ago38:14

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Thinking about starting a surface pattern design business? If so, you’re in for a treat with today’s episode! We’re sitting down with Colleen Underwood. Colleen is a surface pattern designer, mom of 4, and heartfelt coach for creatives. Listen in as she shares the three key pillars of starting a successful surface pattern design business. You’ll wa…

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Expanding Your Products & Services while Staying on Brand - feat. Jessica Peddicord of Simply Jessica Marie 1:08:06

1+ y ago1:08:06

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Consider today’s episode your official permission slip to allow your creative business to grow and evolve! It’s totally possible to introduce new products and services to your audience WITHOUT confusing the heck out of them and while staying true to your brand. It just takes a bit of insight and intentionality. That’s why today we’re bringing Jessi…

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Black Friday Deals + Q & Cake Replay #28 30:17

1+ y ago30:17

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In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Cami discuss several questions from listeners about standing out in the creative industry, finding printers as a newbie stationer, getting your products in brick-and-mortar stores, and dealing with frustrated clients gracefully. These are questions from fellow artists, calligraphers…

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Expanding Your Product Line (the self-funded way) - feat. Sarah Lewis of Slate and Brush 44:17

1+ y ago44:17

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Let's clear the air: you don’t have to sink into hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt to expand your product line. You just need a smart strategy to help you take calculated risks that will help you maximize profitability as you grow. Today, Sarah Lewis of Slate and Brush is coming on the show to give us just that! Listen in as she shares exact…

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Creative Partnerships with Big Brands - feat. Dianuh Aerin 1:02:26

1+ y ago1:02:26

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It’s not every day you get to hear from a seasoned watercolor artist who has worked with big brands like Google, Nordstrom, and Givenchy. But, today, we get to do just that! We’re sitting down with our girl, Dianuh Aerin of Chasing Linen. In this episode, she’s talking about how she fearlessly followed her JOY and decided to reinvent her Instagram …

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Re-Envisioning BBB | Updates & Brainstorming Session 35:22

1+ y ago35:22

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Big changes are coming for Biz Birthday Bash in 2023, and we couldn’t be more excited! In this episode, we’re giving you a rundown on what to expect on the podcast each week and inside of the A-Z directory in the new year. We’re also chatting about the evolution of our brand and how we’re planning to stick to our roots - creating a community for pa…

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The Business of a Portrait Artist - feat. Grace Manning of Grace Manning Art 1:03:45

1+ y ago1:03:45

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Meet Grace Manning of Grace Manning Art. Since taking her portrait business full-time in June of 2020, Grace has sold over 500 custom portraits, been featured in local newspapers and magazines, and is now working to create online courses for other aspiring portrait artists. In today’s episode, she’s pulling back the curtain on her genius customer b…

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Seasonal Shifts in Your Business - feat. Marti Harris of M. Harris Design 51:48

1+ y ago51:48

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Whether you’re gearing up for a big move or planning to expand your family or anything in between, it’s inevitable: your business will shift and change as your life evolves. So, the question is, how can you adjust the way that you show up for your business so that it’s sustainable in your current season of life? Today, we’re bringing on Marti Harri…

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Leaving Retail Behind to Pursue Wedding Invitations - feat. Jessica Taylor of Thebridge & Taylor 34:28

1+ y ago34:28

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If you’ve been thinking about stepping into custom wedding stationery, now is the time! After taking quite a dip in 2020, weddings are coming back in full force for 2022. Since Cami and I have both phased wedding invitations out of our businesses, we thought it’d be great to bring in a fresh perspective! Meet Jessica Taylor of Thebridge & Taylor. A…

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Deep Dive Questions and Answers - feat. Mikyla Marie Manu of Ink and Press Co. 1:10:53

1+ y ago1:10:53

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Today, we’re sitting down for a rapid-fire Q&A sesh featuring Mikyla Marie Manu of Ink and Press Co. Mikyla’s work has been featured on Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, BRIDES, Style Me Pretty, published in The Knot, Adorn Magazine, and more. Mikyla is such a seasoned stationer, so bringing her on the show to answer your burning questions was a no-b…

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Growing a Business from Dorm to Warehouse - feat. Katie Guiliano of Hosanna Revival 1:01:30

1+ y ago1:01:30

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Are you prepared to grow your creative product-based business beyond your wildest dreams? If you answered yes, my guess is that you’ve been thinking about growing a team, expanding your inventory, and maybe even getting a warehouse. If so, you’re in luck with today’s episode! Listen in as Katie Guiliano of Hosanna Revival reveals how she grew her b…

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Q & Cake #36 28:34

1+ y ago28:34

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In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Cami discuss several questions from listeners about the first steps you should take when starting your calligraphy business, mastering networking and marketing, and when to take the leap from side-hustler to full-time creative entrepreneur. They’re also chatting about envelope art a…

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Taking an Intentional Break from Social Media 42:15

1+ y ago42:15

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Can you build a thriving creative business without spending countless hours each day on social media? Can you step away from social media for a few days, weeks, or even months without throwing all the momentum you’ve worked so hard to build in your biz down the drain? The answer is yes, and today we’re breaking down how! Listen in for practical tip…

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How to Lazy Genius Work from Home - feat. Kendra Adachi of The Lazy Genius 54:35

1+ y ago54:35

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When it comes to making the most of your work-from-home experience, routines are king. But what happens when your routine is based around what you feel like you should be doing and not what will truly make your life easier or touch on your personal core values? Well, you probably guessed it, less than stellar productivity levels and a lackluster se…

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Playing Catch Up & Announcing our Summer Break 41:47

2y ago41:47

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This summer Cami and Elisabeth are swapping their microphones for poolside margaritas and taking a short break from the pod. And of course, they couldn’t leave you guys hanging! That’s why today they're bringing you a sizzling life update and chatting about everything from Cami’s day-to-day as a mom and business owner to Elisabeth’s new business in…

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Cultivating a Positive Team Environment - feat. Randi Smith 38:53

2y ago38:53

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Considering building a team for your creative business? Wondering how you can show up as the best leader and create a positive environment for your team once it’s established? If so, this episode is for you! Today we’re bringing Randi Smith, founder and lead designer at Sugar Euphoria on the show to chat all things related to team building and lead…

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Q & Cake Throwback Episode: #21 40:48

2y ago40:48

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In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Cami discuss several questions from listeners about getting started in your stationery business without testimonials, structuring sales calls, and how to incorporate educational content into your brand strategy without confusing your current audience. These are questions from fellow…

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Craft Fairs & in-Person Markets 49:53

2y ago49:53

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One of the most common questions we get is “How do I prepare for a craft fair?” That’s why today we’re bringing you a comprehensive guide for gearing up for a successful craft fair. We’re covering everything from the early prep work like deciding how much inventory to bring along to how to nail your presentation so your booth turns heads. We’re als…

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Cleaning Up Your Pinterest to Serve Your Creative Business - Feat. Julianne Smith 59:40

2y ago59:40

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It’s no secret that Pinterest is a powerful platform, especially for wedding professionals. If leveraged properly, it can bring you lots of inquiries without requiring you to spend hours upon hours engaging on the platform (move over Instagram!). But we get it - creating a Pinterest strategy from scratch OR cleaning up your current lackluster strat…

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Art Licensing Terms You Should Know (Licensing, Part 2) 39:00

2y ago39:00

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Are you ready to get started with art licensing? If so, you’re in luck with today’s episode. Listen in as Cami shares what she’s learned from licensing artwork to companies like Papyrus. Be sure to grab your notebook because not only is she breaking down common licensing terms you should know before getting started but she’s also digging into the n…

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The Phases of Creative Entrepreneurship - feat. Jenna Rainey 58:30

2y ago58:30

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Today we're sitting down with watercolor artist, textile designer, (3x) published author, self-proclaimed color theory expert & creative entrepreneur, Jenna Rainey. Jenna’s career began in 2012 with designing custom stationery and calligraphy jobs for weddings, but now she can be found teaching watercolor on her YouTube channel, recording lessons i…

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Q & Cake #34 - Baby Mia Edition 1:01:01

2y ago1:01:01

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Join us for today’s Q & Cake as we have a special sit-down with Cami who just welcomed her beautiful new edition, Mia, into the world! In this episode, Cami is answering all of your burning questions and sharing everything from Mia’s birth story, (which included quite a few last-minute twists and turns!) to the most wonderful and most challenging a…

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Transitioning Away from Wedding Invitations 50:26

2y ago50:26

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If you’ve been around for a while, you know that Elisabeth has been embracing a massive change in her biz - transitioning away from wedding invitations. In this episode, she’s revealing what prompted the big shift, the hard questions she had to ask herself to make such a big decision, and what’s on the horizon for her. Holly is also revealing what’…

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Tips for Building a Successful Online Program - feat. Fabiana Claure 49:16

2y ago49:16

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If you’re thinking about creating your own online course or program, you’re in for a treat with this episode! Today, we’re sitting down with Fabiana Claure to chat about the essentials of putting together a profitable online program. Fabiana is the founder of The Musician’s Profit Umbrella® where she helps musicians unify their skills to create rap…

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Copywriting Basics: How to Attract the Right Audience with the What You Say & How You Say It 51:34

2y ago51:34

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Are you stumped when it comes to writing copy for your business? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, some of the most common questions we get from fellow stationers and creatives are, “How do I write my social media posts in a way that attracts the RIGHT leads who are ready to work with me?” and “How do I write attention-grabbing website copy that en…

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Developing a New App & Platform - feat. Carley Zuercher of Twocan 1:01:22

2y ago1:01:22

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Looking to grow your Etsy shop? If so, this episode is for you! Meet Carley Zuercher. Carley is a top 1% Etsy seller, educator, certified Magnetic Coach®, and the creator and CEO of Canapy. She helps Etsy sellers make more money and sales without selling to their friends and family. In this episode, she’s discussing her journey to developing her ne…

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Q & Cake #33 45:14

2y ago45:14

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In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Holly discuss several questions from listeners about choosing client gifts, creating refund policies for commissioned work, and the ethics and pricing strategy behind liscensing custom work. They’re also chatting about envelope art and how to incorporate fun techniques into your sta…

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Should You add a Gratuity Option to Your Invoices for Service-Based Work? 37:50

2y ago37:50

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Wondering if you should allow your clients the option to add a tip to their payments? If so, you’re in luck with today’s episode! Elisabeth and Holly are weighing in on this topic, specifically for service providers who use Dubsado or Honeybook which both have gratuity features. They’re diving into tipping “best practices” that they’ve observed in …

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The Journey of Illustrating a Children's Book - feat. Jena Holliday of Spoonful of Faith 55:24

2y ago55:24

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Have you been dreaming of creating a children’s book? If so, you’re in for a treat with today’s episode! Jena Holiday, creator and owner of Spoonful of Faith illustration and design studio is coming on the show today to give us a behind-the-scenes look at what went into publishing her debut author-illustrated book, A Spoonful of Faith, which releas…

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What I Wish I Knew About Wholesale (Before I Started Wholesale) 1:11:04

2y ago1:11:04

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Wondering what you need to know before you start your wholesale business? We’ve got you covered! Today, Holly is uncovering 9 things she wishes she’d known before she dove into wholesale. This episode is basically a wholesale crash course where you’ll learn things like the basics of developing a cohesive product line, where to sell your products, a…

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Bringing a Food Product to the Shelves of Whole Foods - feat. Brittany Fuisz 52:48

2y ago52:48

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Meet Brittany Fuisz, Founder & CEO of Malibu Mylk. While searching for an allergen-free milk alternative that would support fertility and her health, the idea hit her: “What if I make milk from flaxseed?” Malibu Mylk was born! In this episode, Brittany is diving into not only the health benefits of flax milk but also the science behind how sustaina…

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Q & Cake #32 52:22

2y ago52:22

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In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Holly tackle several questions from listeners surrounding things like how to pay yourself as an entrepreneur, how to network with wedding planners to generate referrals as a stationer, how to encourage customers to leave public reviews and more! These are questions from fellow artis…

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Preparing for Motherhood as a Small Biz Owner - feat. Brittany DeSantis of Peak Paper Co. 1:02:24

2y ago1:02:24

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The transition to motherhood – It’s one of the most magical and beautiful journies that life has to offer. It’s also one of the scariest journies to prepare for, especially for small business owners because there are just so many unknowns. And if you’re an expecting mom and entrepreneur, you’re probably asking things like, “How much money should I …

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Taking the Reins with Your Clients (Don't Get Walked All Over) 1:14:20

2y ago1:14:20

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When it comes to navigating sticky client situations one thing’s for sure, we’ve all been there! And living by the old cliche “the customer is always right” sounds great until you find yourself losing sleep and sanity after being inundated by endless customer requests – we may or may not be speaking from firsthand experience here ;). So, the questi…

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People Over Profit - feat. Lindsay Williams of Hoopla House Creative 54:50

2y ago54:50

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Is it possible to create an epic client experience without completely sabotaging your bottom line and your sanity? The short answer is YES. And today’s guest, Lindsey Williams of Hoopla House Creative is living proof that it’s possible to achieve massive success while leading with a ‘people over profit’ mentality in your business. By delivering out…

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Q & Cake #31 1:01:48

2+ y ago1:01:48

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Drum roll please…today, Holly Goodman of Sablewood Paper Co. is joining me (Elisabeth) for Q & Cake! Holly has so kindly agreed to step in to co-host while Cami is on maternity leave, spending time with her adorable new edition! In this episode, Holly and I are tackling several questions from listeners regarding influencer marketing, wholesale pric…

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Throwback Episode: The Art of Follow Up 48:36

2+ y ago48:36

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The number one problem creatives have with following up? We think that silence = rejection. (Or maybe we just don’t want to be annoying!) In this episode, we're shifting the mindset of creatives, so you can email with confidence and get. that. sale! We also share our own follow-up strategies, what to say and when to say to, and why just "showing up…

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Making Luxury Work for Your Authentic Brand - feat. Bron Hansboro of The Flower Guy Bron 1:01:52

2+ y ago1:01:52

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Luxury - It’s a word that people tend to either love or hate. For some, the task of cultivating a brand that has a luxury feel while staying authentic and personal may feel impossible. But today’s guest, Bron Hansboro of The Flower Guy Bron is here to de-bunk that common misconception! Listen in as Bron dishes out his best tips for defining what lu…

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2021 Year in Review 1:17:29

2+ y ago1:17:29

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In this episode, we're taking a peek back at our entire 2021 – both the good and bad – for a little introspective business review. From month-to-month projects and tasks to actual numbers and percentages, this is a comprehensive overview of what a year full of pivots looks like for a creative biz! Let's be friends! Find us on Instagram http://insta…

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Defining Your Own Calligraphy Style - feat. Dyonna of Availa and Co. 51:10

2+ y ago51:10

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Are you struggling to find your own unique calligraphy style? If you answered yes, you’re not alone! As with anything, as you start learning new calligraphy techniques and defining your style, there’s a chance your calligraphy will look like someone else’s (especially if you learned from the same person or learned a specific “hand”). So, the questi…

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Q & Cake #30 37:39

2+ y ago37:39

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In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Cami discuss several questions from listeners about gracefully turning down inquiries for projects that you do not want to take on, the logistical aspects of hiring a virtual assistant, finding wholesalers, and the importance of branded product packaging. Plus, they’re digging into …

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Sip & Shop Recap - How is Cami's Brick and Mortar Going? 42:26

2+ y ago42:26

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Good news friends - Cami’s Sip & Shop event off without a hitch! Listen in for a behind-the-scenes look at what went into planning this event and how it helped her to offset some overhead costs and really create buzz and excitement as she opened the doors to her brick and mortar store. Plus, come laugh with us as we chat about how I (Elisabeth) pop…

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