The Shinah Show Shinah Chang
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How exactly does someone with zero business or artistic training launch and grow a $900k business and build a life full of creativity and freedom? That’s exactly what The Shinah Show explores. Every week, I (Shinah Chang, a former corporate security lawyer turned wildly successful calligrapher and calligraphy teacher) share a lesson that I learned along my journey. Maybe you feel like you’re stuck in a life that doesn’t light you up inside. Maybe you’re craving more creativity, but you don’t think you’re “artistic” or “talented” enough to really go after it. Here’s some good news: you are NOT stuck. You CAN break out of unfulfilling routines and get more creative joy in your life! And I want to support you in your own journey to unleash your creativity and true self-expression.
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Perfectionism Failed Me
Growing up as a first-generation Korean-American, I was raised to believe that meeting “perfect” milestones would make me happy. There was never any letter other than an A on my report cards, a number other than 1600 on my SATS (and PSATS), or a university I attended with a ranking less than #1 in the nation (ok, don’t hate me – I promise it’s not all sunshine and rainbows).But while I was on this seemingly “perfect path of perfectionism”, I was also the most unhappy I’ve ever been. This trac...
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Season 3: "Anti-Perfectionism"
I’m back for Season 3! “I’m realizing that this is my damn business, and I can take it in any direction I want.” - ShinahThe theme for this season is ANTI-PERFECTIONISMSeason 1 was launched at the peak of my “pandemic success” - million dollar years, thousands of students, so much exposure through ads and social mediaSeason 2 was the year of “coming back” after burnout and a long break… and struggling HARD emotionally to regain my confidence and reset my goals and expectations &nb...
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Making way for something new
I’m taking a little break from the Podcast and here’s why… “This is the scariest thing I’ve ever done and I’m terrified.” - ShinahFIRST: Crooked Calligraphy is NOT going anywhereIn fact, I’ve created a brand-new FREE CALLIGRAPHY STYLE MONTH for March 2024. ✍️ So, if you want free lessons on how to think about style BUILDING BLOCKS, so you can level-up your CONFIDENCE and go after truly dreamy clients… SIGN UP RIGHT HERE. SECOND: I am taking time to start something newAnd I don’...
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How to Start a Calligraphy Business (Getting Customers)
Let’s get into part 2 of how to start a calligraphy business with arguably one of THE most important things – how to attract customers & keep them with the services you’re providing! There is a LOT that goes into starting a business – which might sound incredibly scary. But this is stuff though where you actually need to show up and courageously keep trying. Of course, you don’t need to do EVERYTHING when you’re first starting out- but you need to know the IMPORTANT things to do to establ...
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How to Start a Calligraphy Business (Legal & Financial Setup)
I’m de-mystifying the legal & financial steps to officially setup your calligraphy or art business. “I promise, by the end of this episode, this stuff will feel less overwhelming and more DOABLE.” - ShinahIf you’ve ever dreamed of making money with your art, but this scary logistical stuff is what’s stopping you, grab a notepad ‘cause we’re getting into the nitty gritty!LEGAL SETUPChoosing a Business NameDeciding on a Legal Structure: Sole Proprietorship v. LLC v. S-CorpEvaluating p...
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13 Things You Didn't Know About Me
Betcha didn’t know I was a huge fantasy nerd🤓… and other (maybe) interesting facts In today’s light-hearted episode, I share 13 things you probably didn’t know about me!Including:The 21 countries I’ve traveled toThe martial arts black belt I never use…What I do in my 40s that I would NEVER DARE to do in my 20sHopefully you feel like you know me a little better. If there’s anything that surprised you, or that you can relate to… DM me on Instagram and let me know!(Oh and here’s the brand-n...
Customer Reviews
Honest, real and inspiring!
I love how Shinah talks about not just calligraphy but literally every other aspect that goes into being a creative entrepreneur! Thanks for doing this, Shinah! It really helps so many people to think in a different way than what they’ve been overthinking about!
Lovely voice
Wow .its truly amazing...i liked style of talking and expressing each sentences..its very loved voice and inspiring me to do something...this show is definitely worth watching....
You have been very inspirational!
Thank you