Build A Creative Business In A Noisy World

The most awkward conversation I have had with you. Unlike other episodes where I, a professional artist,  discuss how you can build your creative business in this noisy world, I want to break my embarrassing white privileged silence about racism. With eyes more open and a willingness to learn and to educate myself on how to become an ally for the black community . My words are not perfect but I am learning that this is better than silence.

Today we  discuss the practicality of running a workshop, the ways it will push your career and expertise forward and why they are a good idea. I discuss what I learned from running workshops for young people who abused solvents, your people with learning disabilities, mainstream education and more.

You cannot serve your audience and grow your business to its highest potential if you do not know, love and be your true self. This week we unravel what that looks like and I share how I am thankful that it has taken me so long to work through how I can be my best unapologetic self for me, my family and my business.

A huge part of our business is the physical and online products / services we offer- so why do we sometimes throw them out to the audiences before we test? Today we chat about beta testing and the boost it can give your business.

Today I chat about imposter syndrome, ways to fight it and how no matter where you are in your career you still have to fight those demons. I believe you can do it!

Everyone of us has had to re think every aspect of life and work. Self care for me has simplified dramatically, and that is ok. Today I share with you ways to find self care and to let your workload simmer rather than over boil to the point where you feel exhausted and like you achieve nothing. Be careful who you listen  to at this time and come join me virtually for art night next week Friday 8th May 7pm BST!! 

Today (along with my only woes about family chaos and no PA!) we discuss  ways to keep our businesses more than ticking over during lockdown. You have worked hard to get here- now let's keep it going! We touch on marketing , connections, output, being innovative, word of mouth and how systems will keep you sane. 

An open message of reassurance for small business owners and creatives. Coronavirus is a game changer but we can have a role and add value and light. I include practical tips to help you at this uncertain time.

For any new subscribers and for those of you who have listened for a while, this episode is an insight into my life and my love of art. The journey so far. I shared this when I was asked to be guest speaker at my High School that I attended from 11-16 years old.

I share why it is so vital that you become clear on who your audience and how you  cannot serve everybody, it will not help your business. I also the knock on effect of bullying for me.

Aly expresses her hope that all of us will get involved with peers who are a few steps ahead and who can inspire / mentor us in our businesses. Both from a creative perspective and a business design.

We live in an age where digital is key and more importantly it is FREE! Aly discusses why we should be influenced by our data and results as well as our customers buying patterns. 

Aly opens up about January blues and starts with a new series of business tips- Thirteen things I have learned in my 1o years of business.

The irony of this podcast episode is not lost on me

Memories of art class,  the joy of women supporting women in the professional creative sector and how to go about planning your home or extension working with an architect.

An honest and beautiful understanding of beauty and how it is really not just skin deep. Samantha shares her journey to self employment and the challenges of being an academic in a creative space.

Aly and Rachel discuss life as an abstract artist living with cerebral palsy , how to title our creative pieces and why social media can be its own worst enemy.

Aly and Susan discuss the influence of art college, how your home is a reflection of you and the ways that interiors can be more than just a pretty face.

How you can see a gap in the market and accelerate your talent in this space. Danielle and Aly discuss how to make wholesale work for your business, the challenges of motherhood and the joy of travel

Discussions around why applying for awards can help your business, how to make porcelain bottles and the importance of your positive mindset. Rebecca also shares her love for workshops and colour.