Without veering into toxic positivity, todays episode is all about the power of being kind! I chat with my pal watercolour illustrator Imogen Partridge about how kindness and support have helped her become a cheerleader of small businesses.

Among many juicy tangents we chat about the impact and repercussions of comparisons and negativity online, the challenges that come with showing up online and the importance of aligning with your values and intentions.

Episode highlights:

01:54 The Impact of Kindness and Support

06:38 Dealing with Comparison and Jealousy

15:04 The Dilemma of Free vs Paid Content

20:59 Building a Supportive Community

25:57 The Role of Kindness in Business Decisions

Thanks to Penfold for sponsoring this episode.

Don't forget to check out Imogen online and follow her on Instagram!

If you'd like to have a chat come find me on Instagram. Can't wait to connect with you.

This episode was written by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft.

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Sometimes I get to dive into some really deep conversations on this podcast and today I'm chatting about about the personal growth and inner work essential for running a creative business with illustrator and designer Emily Wylde.

We talked about Emily's journey of starting her own business during the pandemic, the importance of having honest conversations with ourselves, and the impact of therapy and coaching on personal and business growth.

And we touched on the challenges of putting work online, dealing with red flag clients, and the significance of authenticity (beyond the buzzword!)

I really hope that you enjoy this more introspective chat and take on building brands today.

Episode highlights:

05:58 Embracing Authenticity and Vulnerability in Brand Building

09:27 Navigating Client Relationships and Building Resilience

13:01 The Healing Journey of Embracing Your Inner Child

15:26 Authenticity in Business: Beyond the Buzzword

20:20 Finding Your Unique Path and Defining Success on Your Own Terms

33:40 The Impact of Comparison and Cultivating a Mindset of Experimentation

Thanks to Marketing Magic for sponsoring this episode.

Don't forget to check out Emily online and follow her on Instagram!

If you'd like to have a chat come find me on Instagram. Can't wait to connect with you.

This episode was written and produced by me and edited by Lucy Lucraft.

If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!

I've talked a lot about values and brand values on this podcast. And recently I've had some situations in my business where my values have been put to the test, leading me to make decisions that others might disagree with.

And so, when I asked who would be the best person to talk to me about this, everyone told me to talk to Keri Jarvis. Keri is a developmental coach, intersectional feminist, charity co-founder and community activist and through her work she's helped lots of people to imagine a world where they can run their business with integrity.

This was such a rich conversation and, for me personally, it was a really helpful one to have.

Episode highlights:

02:56 The Consequences of Misalignment with Brand Values

05:52 The Journey of Self-Awareness and Value Alignment

11:17 The Impact of Social Media on Business Values

16:59 The Role of Change and Growth in Business Values

22:16 The Challenge of Balancing Personal Passion and Business Needs

Thanks to Penfold for sponsoring this episode.

Don't forget to check out Keri online and follow her on Instagram!

If you'd like to have a chat come find me on Instagram. Can't wait to connect with you.

This episode was written and produced by me and edited by Lucy Lucraft.

If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!