Creative Biz Rebellion

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Episode 110 - Finding a Balance Between Working ON and Working IN Your Business Feb 19, 2019

Show notes

Rebels, we know the feeling. You are working day in and day out but feel like you are not getting anywhere and that's because you are spending too much time working in your business and not working on it. Today, we are talking about some of our frustrations and how we make time to work on our business and propel it forward.

Links:

Making Time for What Matters

Introducing the Creative Rebel Base: THE place for Creative Rebels to collaborate, learn, and support each other! THE place to go online if you want to connect with, learn from, and support other product-based business owners, artists, and makers. We created this community to help you along your journey, but also to give you a safe place to learn with and interact with other like-minded business owners whether you are just starting your biz or have been doing this a while, let's all move forward TOGETHER!

For more info and to join today, head to www.creativerebelbase.com

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CONNECT WITH KELLY on her websites here, here, and her Etsy shop.

CONNECT WITH CAROLINE on her website and Etsy shop.

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 109 - Customer Service with Catherine of Kitty Meow Boutique Feb 12, 2019

Show notes

Customer service is SO important, but often overlooked. Today on the podcast, we are chatting with Catherine of Kitty Meow Boutique all about customer service: why it's important and how you can provide amazing customer service without breaking the bank. Be sure to download Catherine's Customer Service 101 Hacksheet here!

About Catherine:

Catherine Hildner is the creator, designer and heart and soul behind Kitty Meow Boutique. At Kitty Meow you can shop beautifully designed paper & party goodies based on your mood, witty or sweet. Whether you're looking for something witty and even a little rude, or prefer sweet sentiments, she's got you. You can snag these products on the KMB site or at an ever expanding list of retail shops nationwide. Catherine is also a wife, momma to two gorgeous little ladies, anchor-loving philanthropist, and self-proclaimed Customer Service Queen. She's dedicated to bringing a little personality to the party and sharing what she knows with other creatives.

Connect with Catherine:

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest |

Introducing the Creative Rebel Base: THE place for Creative Rebels to collaborate, learn, and support each other! THE place to go online if you want to connect with, learn from, and support other product based business owners, artists, and makers. We created this community to help you along your journey, but also to give you a safe place to learn with and interact with other like-minded business owners whether you are just starting your biz or have been doing this a while, let's all move forward TOGETHER!

For more info and to join today, head to www.creativerebelbase.com

WANT TO CONNECT WITH CREATIVE BIZ REBELLION?

SUPPORT the podcast. Become a Patron today!

JOIN our Facebook Group!

LEAVE us a review on Itunes or on your favorite podcast app. We will give you all the virtual fistbumps!

CONNECT WITH KELLY on her websites here, here, and her Etsy shop.

CONNECT WITH CAROLINE on her website and Etsy shop.

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 108 - Out of the Box Revenue Streams Feb 05, 2019

Show notes

It’s important to avoid putting all your eggs in one basket! Today, we are going to be chatting all about diversifying revenue streams without spreading yourself too thin. We’re going to talk about why it’s important and how to do it without making your life too crazy!

Links:

WANT TO CONNECT WITH CREATIVE BIZ REBELLION?

SUPPORT the podcast. Become a Patron today!

JOIN our Facebook Group!

LEAVE us a review on Itunes or on your favorite podcast app. We will give you all the virtual fistbumps!

CONNECT WITH KELLY on her websites here, here, and her Etsy shop.

CONNECT WITH CAROLINE on her website and Etsy shop.

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 107 - Staying Focused when Hustling with Sarah Roberson Cummings Jan 29, 2019

Show notes

The hustle is real when you are starting a creative business and it’s especially true when your business is a side hustle! On today's episode, we are chatting with Sarah Roberson Cummings of The Redheaded Camel about her journey through the hustle. Sarah tells us about starting her business in college and what life looks like now that her side hustle is a full-time gig.

About Sarah:

Sarah Roberson Cummings is a sprinkle-loving, joy-filled believer that our words can change the world. She creates colorful and happy art and home decor that inspires women in all seasons of life to live joyfully and celebrate often. When she's not creating, you can find Sarah baking a batch of homemade cookies, traveling with her better half, or curled up on the sofa with a good book.

Connect with Sarah:

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

WANT TO CONNECT WITH CREATIVE BIZ REBELLION?

SUPPORT the podcast. Become a Patron today!

JOIN our Facebook Group!

LEAVE us a review on Itunes or on your favorite podcast app. We will give you all the virtual fistbumps!

CONNECT WITH KELLY on her websites here, here, and her Etsy shop.

CONNECT WITH CAROLINE on her website and Etsy shop.

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 106 - Fair Trade and Your Business with Molly Stillman Jan 22, 2019

Show notes

Do you know what "fair trade" is? Molly Stillman is on the show today to help us understand fair trade and it's importance. We also chat with Molly about how you can start making a difference, no matter how big or small, with your business.

Links:

Business with Purpose Podcast EP 104: Kelly Parker Smith, Hello World Paper

Episode 99 - Shop Talk with Meg Sutton of Belle & Union Ethical Brand Directory Business with Purpose Podcast EP 110: How to Know if a Brand is Ethical

About Molly:

Molly Stillman is the founder and creator of Still Being Molly, a life and style blog started in 2007, and the host of the Business with Purpose podcast. Her true passion lies in helping inspire women to know that they were created on purpose, with a purpose, and for a purpose. Molly has had the honor of collaborating with brands such as Stitch Fix, Target, Elegantees, The Root Collective, Sseko Designs, Noonday Collection, and more. She is honored to have been featured in such publications and media as US News & World Report, Scary Mommy, The 700 Club, Cary Magazine, and was named as one of “the Carolina’s 75 Most Stylish People” by Carolina STYLE Magazine. She is a wife to John, mama to Lilly and Amos, dog mom to Tater and Audrey, a loud laugher, lover of Jesus, Diet Coke and all of the Chipotle burritos. You can find her on the internets at stillbeingmolly.com.

Connect with Molly:

WANT TO CONNECT WITH CREATIVE BIZ REBELLION?

SUPPORT the podcast. Become a Patron today!

JOIN our Facebook Group!

LEAVE us a review on Itunes or on your favorite podcast app. We will give you all the virtual fistbumps!

CONNECT WITH KELLY on her websites here, here, and her Etsy shop.

CONNECT WITH CAROLINE on her website and Etsy shop.

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 105 - When the Year Didn't Go the Way You Wanted Jan 15, 2019

Show notes

Happy New Year rebels! 2019 is here and before we move forward, we want to reflect on last year, particularly last December and the craziness that stopped us in our tracks. Our year did not go the way we wanted so on this episode, we let you in on our lives and how we are moving forward, setting intentions, and easing into 2019.

WANT TO CONNECT WITH CREATIVE BIZ REBELLION?

JOIN our Facebook Group!

LEAVE us a review on Itunes or on your favorite podcast app. We will give you all the virtual fistbumps!

CONNECT WITH KELLY on her websites here, here, and her Etsy shop.

CONNECT WITH CAROLINE on her website and Etsy shop.

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 104 - Year in Review and Setting Goals + Taking a Break Nov 20, 2018

Show notes

We are getting ready to take a break for the holidays, but first, listen in on our reflections of 2018 and what we are looking forward to in 2019! Kelly even shares some baking tips. We hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and we will be back in mid-January of 2019!

Links:

Rock Your Plan Webinar + Workbook

Rebel Sessions

Facebook Group

If you have a second please jump over to iTunes and leave us a review! Click on the link and then click on “view in iTunes” to leave us a review. We give you all the virtual fist bumps. Thank you!

YOU CAN FIND KELLY ONLINE AT:

www.helloworldpaperco.com www.kellyparkersmith.com www.helloworldstamps.etsy.com

YOU CAN FIND CAROLINE ONLINE AT:

www.carolinecreates.com www.carolinecreates.etsy.com

Episode 103 - Creating a Brand that Lasts Nov 13, 2018

Show notes

Branding. I know what you are thinking . . . logos. But, branding is so much more than a logo! In today's episode, we share our thoughts on creating a brand that lasts and how you can start to work on this without getting overwhelmed! Come join us in our Facebook group to continue the conversation!

Want to dive deeper? Head to creativerebelbase.com for workshops and much more!

YOU CAN FIND KELLY ONLINE AT:

www.helloworldpaperco.com www.kellyparkersmith.com www.helloworldstamps.etsy.com

YOU CAN FIND CAROLINE ONLINE AT:

www.carolinecreates.com www.carolinecreates.etsy.com

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Episode 102 - Choose Wonder Over Worry with Amber Rae Nov 06, 2018

Show notes

After we read Amber Rae's book “Choose Wonder Over Worry”, we had to have her on the podcast! On today's episode, we chat with Amber about worry and how that relates to our creative lives. If you have ever had a doubt or fear to work through, this episode is for you!

About Amber:

Called “A Millennial Motivator" by Fortune and "The Brené Brown of Wonder” by Mind Body Green, Amber Rae is an author and artist that advocates for creativity, personal growth, and emotional wellness.

Her book, "Choose Wonder Over Worry: Move Beyond Fear and Doubt to Unlock Your Full Potential" (Macmillan) is a guide to navigate life’s challenges—projects that fail, imposter syndrome, feeling envious or anxious or stuck—all of those, “Am I good enough? Who am I to do this? What if I fail?” moments.

Her writing and speaking blends raw and relatable stories with actionable aha! moments, and has reached over 5MM people in 195 countries. She’s motivated audience at companies like Kate Spade, Lululemon, and charity: water to create beyond fear, and she’s advised leaders at companies like Adobe, IDEO, Google, Facebook, and Apple.

As an artist, she use art as a vehicle to normalize emotions and help us feel less alone. She’s created interactive and public art exhibitions in twenty countries across the globe.

Formerly, as Seth Godin’s “Chief Evangelist,” she helped him launch six best-selling books, and worked with brands like Apple, Dove, and Kimberly-Clarke on their global marketing campaigns.

Her work has been featured in The New York Times, NY Mag, ABC World News, Forbes, TIME, Fast Company, Fortune, Inc., BBC, Mind Body Green, and Tim Ferriss's blog. She lives in Brooklyn, New York (and around the world) with her fiancé, Farhad.

Connect with Amber:

Website | Book | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Have you joined our Facebook group yet? We've worked hard to create an awesome space for Product Based Biz Owners who are ready to rock! We don't bite so come join us!

Want to dive deeper? Head to creativerebelbase.com for workshops and much more!

YOU CAN FIND KELLY ONLINE AT:

www.helloworldpaperco.com www.kellyparkersmith.com www.helloworldstamps.etsy.com

YOU CAN FIND CAROLINE ONLINE AT:

www.carolinecreates.com www.carolinecreates.etsy.com

* Some links may be affiliate links! Thank you!

Throwback - Episode 12 - Discounts, Black Friday, & Cyber Monday Oh My! Oct 30, 2018

Show notes

In this episode, Caroline and Kelly talk all about discounts-Should you or should you not give them and if so, what types of discounts should you offer?

Caroline and Kelly share their ways of how they use discounts, what types of discount codes they use and who they offer them to!

Percentage discounts

Caroline and Kelly talk about the different types of percentage discounts they give to their customers! Etsy shop owners, this can be set up automatically for your customers! Caroline and Kelly talk about the all the ways they offer discount codes for repeat buyers, new orders, holidays, anniversaries and through newsletters!

What's better??? Free Shipping or discounts?? Find out what Kelly has learned about free shipping and why it may be better than offering a discount! I mean, who doesn’t love free shipping!

I think when you offer discounts too much it devalues your product-Caroline

For small businesses it is not a good strategy-Caroline

Make it a treat, make it special-Kelly

Just be careful on how you are using them and how your customers perceive them.

Advantages for using them:

So what are the advantages of using them? Think about ways how you can use it to upsell or increase your cart! Maybe if they buy a certain amount of a product, they get something for free?? You need to do what works for you! Find out how Caroline and Kelly take advantage of using discount codes!

Giveaways: Caroline and Kelly talk all about whether or not you should be doing giveaways. Giving away a product for free gets people to your shop, but most importantly, you must keep it brand related. Ever try loop giveaways??! Maybe now is the time! Just make sure it all ties in with brand, vision and mission of your company. Find out what big giveaways/discounts Kelly and Caroline plan on doing this November!

Giveaways can be really fun-Kelly

One of Kelly’s Favorite Podcast: Sean McCabe

Exclusives:

Something special for those certain lines of people that follow you to get them more involved in your company.

Holiday Giveaways:

What types of discounts are you going to do for your biz?! Caroline and Kelly talk about what they plan on doing for their holiday giveaways for their shop!

People love free! Think about your discounts and how to use them effectively! Try some new things!

Have you joined our Facebook group yet? We've worked hard to create an awesome space for Product Based Biz Owners who are ready to rock! We don't bite so come join us!

Want to dive deeper? Head to creativerebelbase.com for workshops and much more!

YOU CAN FIND KELLY ONLINE AT:

www.helloworldpaperco.com www.kellyparkersmith.com www.helloworldstamps.etsy.com

YOU CAN FIND CAROLINE ONLINE AT:

www.carolinecreates.com www.carolinecreates.etsy.com

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