Creative Banter Podcast

Creative Banter Podcast
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Creative Banter Podcast Podcast

The three photographers hosting Creative Banter bring a voice to the obstacles and topics that small and creative business owners have while working towards success.

  1. 16/09/2020

    Insight from a Designer and Illustrator

    We talk with Charisse Fagan about her journey and goals as a designer and illustrator! Not only is she opening her own shop this year but she also shares what a designer portfolio is and why she's building one.  The insight Charissa shares on designing what she loves, why she designs, and the limitless beliefs that push her to achieve her dreams is so inspiring. You can find Charisse here: https://www.instagram.com/charissefaganstudio/ https://linktr.ee/charissefagan

    22 min

  2. 25/08/2020

    The Solution for How Moms Can Do It All

    We talk with Lindsay Rose who is the EVP for Mom’s Best Friend in Dallas. Mom’s Best Friend is a 22-year-old company that provides families with nannies, babysitters, child educators, housekeepers, senior care, and even personal assistants! During this time of COVID, it is more important now than ever for Lindsay Rose’s company to reach an audience of parents and families who need help while working from home or having their children virtually attend school. Her passion for family and Mom’s Best Friend radiates. We learn about her company and her daily work life in this podcast episode. Show notes 00:43 Intro 4:51 the 5 Questions 15:00 Being a stay at home mom is a full time job just as much as a working mom balancing both jobs 18:04 A lot of parents are working from home right now – finding a solution so you can be home and work without watching your children at the same time is important 20:34 The nannies that work for Mom’s Best Friend are professional and creatively working around COVID 23:33 What is the most common ask and top reason that a mom comes to Mom’s Best Friend? 27:43 Mom’s Best Friend has nannies but also babysitters for different needs 30:43 What is the cost of hiring through Mom’s Best Friend? 33:13 What is Lindsay Rose’s typical work day like? 35:15 Madeline asks if they also work with single dads because their main client is a mother 36:38 Mom’s Best Friend also works with Personal Assistance jobs and matches them with clients! It’s less popular than their nanny services but something they are good at 37:53 Families tend to hire two services from Mom’s Best Friend such as nanny and a housekeeper 39:15 How has Mom’s Best Friend been affected during COVID? 41:23 What are some of the common issues Lindsay Roses sees within her company and with clients? 44:14 What is Lindsay Rose’s most rewarding part of her job? 49:30 The game of This or That You can find Mom’s Best Friend here: https://www.facebook.com/momsbestfrienddallas/ https://www.instagram.com/momsbestfrienddallas/

    59 min

  3. 11/08/2020

    How Taylor Swift Inspires Creative Process

    Taylor Swift’s newest album, Folklore, came out and all Harlee and I could talk about was her creative process and authenticity in this album and how it inspires us as artists. All creatives can learn from each other and so much that Taylor has done and just released holds insight for us on how to stay true to you, collaborate with others, and create the environment needed to build your vision. Show Notes: 00:43 Harlee reads Taylor Swift’s letter to her audience about Folklore 2:37 Harlee and Madeline start talking about their experience in growing up with Taylor Swift songs 10:32 We talk about how Taylor chose the name Folklore for her album and how her songs support this theme as well as how she produces her music 15:43 Folklore is huge on collaboration with other artists. We talk about the importance of this and how it stems from COVID 23:43 How we can learn from Taylor’s creative process! 34:53 Madeline asks what some of Harlee’s favorite lyrics from Folklore are 38:54 This is important - Showing your creative process to your audience and not judging your own process and art 44:03 We tie in the creative process by comparing Taylor Swift’s albums over the years and how Folklore sounds different than anything else that Taylor Swift has released You can find Creative Banter Podcast here: Website - https://creativebanter.wixsite.com/podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/creativebanterpodcast/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/creativebanterpodcast/

    50 min

  4. 28/07/2020

    Ultimate Social Media Strategy Guide

    We talk with Mary Robb who is the founder of Social Practice TX, which is a social media strategy agency based out of Dallas, Texas! Her company specializes in helping doctors and businesses while providing flexible jobs for creatives. We talk marketing tips for social media platforms, networking, resources to use, and Mary’s lifestyle and passion that led her to own this company and grow it! Show Notes: 00:20 Intro 2:20 The 5 Questions 9:55 Madeline asks Mary when she started her business, how did it scale, and where Mary’s inspiration came from 14:50 What is a great way a photographer can cross-platform digital marketing? 19:58 The importance of being responsive and engaging on IG for the algorithm to favor you 20:37 Mary’s resources that she loves to use and recommends to clients such as scheduling and newsletter apps 23:20 How much should a business owner show of their personal life and opinions on their Instagram? 27:30 5 things creative entrepreneurs aren’t doing in their digital marketing and social media strategy but they should be 34:05 What is Social Practice TX office space like? 36:02 Do we wait for clients to come to us or do we come to them?  How do we reach out to clients? 39:44 What is a dream brand that Mary wants to work for? 40:42 Where Mary got her networking talent from 55:10 What is Mary’s absolute favorite part about her job? 45:50 Mary shares from her heart: dive in and don’t wait for permission 48:00 The Game of This or That You can find Mary here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/socialpracticetx/ Website: http://social-practicetx.com/ IG for Mary’s Blog: https://www.instagram.com/thecandidmillennial/ Website for Mary’s Blog: https://www.liketoknow.it/thecandidmillennial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryerobb and https://www.linkedin.com/organization-guest/company/socialpracticetx FB: https://www.facebook.com/socialpracticetx/

    51 min

  5. 21/07/2020

    Gratitude and Authenticity in Business and Life

    We are honored to have Anastasia Chomlack on as our guest speaker. We heard about Anastasia from her Gratitude Sessions, where she started a movement of photographers offering free sessions to essential workers during COVID-19. We talk about how she set this up where all parties benefited and people felt appreciated. Anastasia also is very passionate about creating a sustainable, inclusive, and humane brand. She is a branding photographer and also runs a wedding business with associates called The Whistler Wedding Collective! We talk humanity, personal journeys, branding, running a business with associates, and gratitude. Show Notes: 00:20 Intro 3:23 The 5 Questions 11:00 What is The Whistler Wedding Collective? We also talk about competition vs community, not saying yes to every client, and the importance of saying no 20:47 How Anastasia’s workshops and mentor sessions go 23:48 Anastasia’s other business: Anastasia Creative It’s her branding photography business that is a full experience and package 27:10 What is a brand? What is an ethical, sustainable brand? How are we showing up and creating transformation? 31:45 Anastasia has shown her authentic journey in her brand. We ask how she does it – she has gone through a lot, involving cancer, so she opens up about how that transformed her and her brand 38:30 Anastasia’s personal journey led to her now branding photography business, Anastasia Creative, and her why 41:26 Anastasia is the one that started the One for One Essential Worker Gratitude Sessions and it spread like wildfire! 49:49 Anastasia has an anti-racism and inclusion page on her website – she is hoping that more creatives and entrepreneurs will also think about their brand in this direction as well This topic flows into BLM, COVID-19, and 2020 in general 1:02:52 Anastasia reads a manifesto that she and her friend wrote 1:04:03 This or That You can find Anastasia Here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiachomlack/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewhistlerweddingcollective/ Website: https://anastasiacreative.com/#/ Website: https://anastasiaphotography.ca/

    1h 8m

  6. 14/07/2020

    Leadership and Creative Living

    Josiah has been on a previous episode with his partner, Harlee, who are a photography team. On this episode, we are highlighting Josiah as an individual because he has natural leadership skills, lives creatively, and is a ranch manager. His job requires innovative thinking, discipline, and adaptability every day. Hear about Josiah’s story and life as he gives us wise words on knowing self-value and prioritizing happiness! Show Notes: 00:20 Intro – Josiah gives us his background of growing up to where he is now 2:28 The 5 Questions 6:15 Josiah explains what his career as a ranch manager entails and it’s not what people typically think it is! 9:20 Madeline asks Josiah about his creative side 14:10 “How do you define yourself as a leader?” 15:08 Have you heard of what it means to be a T Person or an X Person? We cover this topic and how Josiah is an X Peron! 20:58 Understanding how Josiah thinks and how his job works with creating streams of revenue 24:50 Josiah gives advice on how to be a good leader 25:52 We talk about what it’s like to work under a boss or with co-workers who are toxic or bad leaders 26:30 Josiah talks about when leadership became important to him as a kid 28:10 Certain leaders’ words and philosophies have inspired Josiah. We talk about how our perspectives on life are everything 31:10 Prioritizing your happiness and value is important! 32:23 Josiah’s life goals and values 34:45 We talk about Josiah’s traits that make him so creative and a good leader. Is Josiah a logical person or more intuitive? More hands on? An out of the box thinker? 42:55 The Game of This or That You can find Josiah here under Polich Company Photography: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polichcompany/ Website: Polichcompany.weebly.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/polichco/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/polichcompany/

    46 min

  7. 07/07/2020

    How To Manifest and Use Law of Attraction

    Amanda Jewell is an influencer based out of Dallas and Austin, Texas. We have had her on our show before and brought her on again because she often talks about manifestation and how it works with the Law of Attraction. Amanda manifested getting into UT Austin and even created content on how to transfer there, which is one of her most popular pieces of content as an influencer! We talk about manifestation, mindset, and how to flip the switch to use the Law of Attraction in our favor. Show Notes: 00:20 Intro 2:52 What is manifestation and Law of Attraction? 13:26 How Journaling for Law of Attraction works 17:25 Working on our subconscious and the power of visualizing 20:27 Vision Boards! 24:30 Being in a state of gratitude is important and how the pandemic can open our eyes to what we already have 28:23 Generating Positive Energy 30:07 We ask Amanda to tell personal stories of what she has manifested 53:32 Back to Vision Boards: How To 55:48 Amanda gives us books to read to learn about Law of Attraction and Manifestation You can find Amanda here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamandajewell/ Website: https://theamandajewell.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/amandajewell

    58 min

  8. 30/06/2020

    How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market

    We talk with Caitlin of Meraki Media Management as she enlightens us on how to add value to your clients and how to stand out in a saturated market. We discuss cold calls and dms, using video to show your business brand, and understanding client’s pain points and desires to better serve them. Caitlin has worked towards success in marketing and her passion is radiant. She knows that marketing is more than numbers, patterns, and analytics. Caitlin leads with empathy and communications and teaches us how we can do the same! Show Notes: 00:20 Intro 2:03 The 5 Questions 7:28 Caitlin gives us an in-depth background to how her business began 1:10 Caitlin talks about her mission statement and core values. This topic leads into value and quality over quantity 18:33 Caitlin describes how to pitch to potential clients by using free value and emotions 22:58 What is a sales funnel? We talk about generating leads and what it can do for your business 26:26 To Instagram Live or not to Instagram Live 27:33 Coming from a place of service on IG is key 29:33 How do you stand out amongst the crowd and show the unique value you offer on Instagram? Caitlin explains how video, open communication, and expectations are essential. 35:58 Caitlin talks about how her clients are both business to business and business to customer. We talk her passions, empathy, and understanding clients’ pain points. 42:10 Caitlin talks about her growing pains running a new business – learning what clients to say yes or no to 50:20 How to make your Instagram unique and stand out to catch your audiences’ eye 51:44 What is the meaning behind the name Meraki? 53:33 Creative Entrepeneurship comes from the soul and is a deep rooted passion! 58:24 The Game of This or That Where to find Meraki Media Management: https://www.instagram.com/meraki_media_management/ https://linktr.ee/meraki_media_management https://www.merakimediamanagement.com/

    1h 2m
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The three photographers hosting Creative Banter bring a voice to the obstacles and topics that small and creative business owners have while working towards success.

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  • Creator
    Creative Banter Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Creative Banter Podcast
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