Jewelry Business Academy Podcast

Robyn Clark
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Hey, it's Robyn Clark! I'm a jewelry designer turned Jewelry Business Coach, and the host of the Jewelry Business Academy Podcast! If you're a jewelry business owner looking to break through to the next level, then my courses, coaching programs, and podcast are for you. You'll learn how to overcome the biggest challenges in your business, and build and scale your business with as much ease and simplicity as possible. Ready to work with me and implement systems & strategies into your business, so you can make MORE MONEY & RECLAIM YOUR TIME? If you're ready to enter a chapter of growth and expansion, click the link below: https://jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/

  1. The Invisible Block Keeping Your Jewelry Business Stuck (Fix This Now) with Dr Noah St. John

    6D AGO

    The Invisible Block Keeping Your Jewelry Business Stuck (Fix This Now) with Dr Noah St. John

    Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Ever feel like you know exactly what to do in your jewelry business… but you still can't seem to do it?  In this episode of the Jewelry Business Academy podcast, I'm sitting down with Dr. Noah St. John, known as the "Zero Friction Doctor," to talk about the invisible resistance that keeps so many jewelry business owners stuck. We unpack why "trying harder" doesn't work when your subconscious is driving the car, how willpower fails when you're fighting 95% of your mind with only 5% awareness, and why every business problem is actually a friction problem. Dr. Noah shares his powerful "foot on the brake" metaphor, how to identify your "head trash," and the simple shift that helps you stop circling and finally build momentum. If you're ready to move forward with more ease, clarity, and confidence...this one's for you.     What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why "I know what to do, but I can't do it" is usually a subconscious friction issue (not a strategy issue) How to spot the real problem vs. the symptoms (and stop wasting money trying to fix the wrong thing) A simple way to identify your "head trash" so you can stop self-sabotaging growth How habits like procrastination actually work—and how to change the routine without relying on willpower     Topics Discussed: "Zero friction" and the foot-on-the-brake metaphor Subconscious blocks and the iceberg principle (5% vs 95%) Why willpower and motivation don't create lasting change Procrastination as a habit loop (cue, routine, reward, craving, belief) Fear of success, fear of visibility, and out-earning partners Systems, community, and accountability for consistent action   __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/noahstjohn/  Website | https://noahstjohn.com/  Books | https://noahstjohn.com/books/

    57 min
  2. HOT SEAT: What I'd Do If I Took Over Your Brand

    FEB 26

    HOT SEAT: What I'd Do If I Took Over Your Brand

    Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Ever wonder why your jewelry business feels harder in one season and lighter in another, even when you're doing "all the right things"?  In this Hot Seat episode, Elle Offord from Pretty Steep takes over the mic and asks me the real questions, from moving across the country to what it actually takes to build a resilient business and mindset. We talk about why environment matters more than people think, what shocked me most when I left corporate, and how mental health and nervous system regulation can make or break your ability to lead. I also share the honest coaching conversations I have inside the Jewelry Business Academy, plus what I'd do if I took over Elle's brand for a day to increase connection, visibility, and sales.  If you've been craving clarity, structure, and more confidence showing up online, this episode will meet you right where you are.   What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why your environment can expand your goals, creativity, and confidence as a jewelry business owner The biggest mindset shifts when moving from corporate to entrepreneurship How to spot when you're pushing too hard, and how to slow down without losing momentum What "showing up politely" looks like in marketing, and how to build deeper connection that drives sales Topics Discussed: Moving to BC and how location impacts energy, community, and growth Leaving corporate and what no one tells you about entrepreneurship Mental health, triggers, and building resilience as a business owner Revenue-driving tasks vs. "busy work" (especially during wholesale deadlines) Social media shifts, connection-based marketing, and content fatigue Honest coaching, accountability, and lowering the wall as the face of your brand __________________________   Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/prettysteep Website | https://prettysteep.co/

    1h 33m
  3. You're Not Unmotivated...Your Business Has No Structure // LIVE Coaching with Robyn

    FEB 19

    You're Not Unmotivated...Your Business Has No Structure // LIVE Coaching with Robyn

    Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you doing everything "right" in your jewelry business but still feeling stuck online? In this LIVE call-in coaching session, I sit down with Taryn Hume, the founder of Everbee Clay Co., to uncover what's really holding her business back. Taryn is a mom, a teacher, and a talented jewelry maker whose in-person markets are thriving, yet online sales feel heavy, inconsistent, and overwhelming. Together, we dig into why motivation isn't the issue, why perfectionism keeps so many jewelry business owners invisible, and how structure (not more hustle) is the missing piece. This episode is a powerful reminder that growing online sales doesn't mean working harder or doing more, it means simplifying, clarifying your message, and letting yourself be the face of your brand. If you've ever felt burnt out, stuck in overthinking, or frustrated that your online presence doesn't reflect the quality of your work, this episode will help you breathe easier and see your next steps clearly.     What You Will Learn in this Episode:   Why motivation and inspiration aren't the real problem for most jewelry business owners How hiding behind your brand can limit online growth and connection The importance of niching down in a saturated jewelry market How structure and systems create consistency without burnout   Topics Discussed: Call-in coaching for jewelry business owners Online sales vs in-person markets Perfectionism and overthinking on social media Niching and brand differentiation Being the face of your jewelry business Structure, systems, and sustainable growth   __________________________   Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Taryn's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/everbeclayco/  Taryn's Website | https://www.etsy.com/shop/everbeclayco

    35 min
  4. You're Not Too Old: This Is Your Competitive Advantage in Business with Cheryl D'Arezzo

    FEB 12

    You're Not Too Old: This Is Your Competitive Advantage in Business with Cheryl D'Arezzo

    Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Have you been telling yourself you're "too old" to start (or restart) your jewelry business?  In this episode of the Jewelry Business Academy podcast, I'm sitting down with Cheryl D'Arezzo, founder of Cheryl Ann Jewelry, who's 67 and building a beautiful, thriving brand after decades of making jewelry quietly in the background. We talk about the limiting beliefs that keep so many jewelry business owners playing small, why purpose keeps you feeling young, and how community can completely change what feels possible. Cheryl shares what it was like learning the tech side of business (website, email, Instagram), what clicked for her at the JBA retreat, and how she finally embraced her audience and message without hiding her age. If you've been waiting for the "right time," this conversation will remind you: your next chapter can be your boldest one yet.     What You Will Learn in this Episode: How "I'm too old" becomes a business ceiling and how to reframe it fast Why purpose and community are the two biggest accelerators for confidence and growth How to stop "making jewelry" and start building a real business with systems What it looks like to take messy action when tech and visibility feel intimidating   Topics Discussed: Starting (or restarting) a jewelry business later in life Identity, confidence, and taking up space online Building community and surrounding yourself with entrepreneurs Tech hurdles: websites, email marketing, Instagram Retreat breakthroughs + positioning your brand clearly Wholesale growth + getting into stores   __________________________   Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/cherylannjewelry/ Website | https://cherylannjewelry.com/

    50 min
  5. Her Jewelry Studio Flooded…Then She Sold Out by 10AM with Amanda Esposito

    FEB 5

    Her Jewelry Studio Flooded…Then She Sold Out by 10AM with Amanda Esposito

    Have you ever had something go so wrong in your jewelry business that you wondered if it was a sign to quit? In today's episode of the Jewelry Business Academy Podcast, I'm sitting down with Amanda Esposito from Northern Tide Studio to talk about what happened when her studio flooded right at the start of her busiest season. Instead of disappearing, shutting down, or scrambling to copy what other brands were doing, Amanda made a bold pivot. She shared the messy behind-the-scenes in real time, leaned into her artistry, and started creating hand-painted oyster shell necklaces from what she had available. What happened next was wild: customers started asking to buy them, launches sold out fast, stores joined waitlists, and her audience grew because they felt connected to her. This episode is a powerful reminder that your hardest season can become your biggest momentum moment…when you keep moving, stay true to your brand, and let your customers see the real story.     What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to pivot fast when life disrupts your jewelry production (without burning your brand down) Why "messy action" creates momentum when perfection keeps you stuck How authentic storytelling builds deeper customer connection and drives sales What your customers actually want to see from you online (and why "polished" isn't the goal)     Topics Discussed: The emotional impact of a studio flood and losing a workspace Pivoting during peak season when inventory and fulfillment are at risk Documenting the behind-the-scenes to build trust and engagement Creating a surprise bestselling product from limited materials Simplifying packaging and focusing on what truly matters Sustainable growth, community support, and staying grounded   __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/northerntidesstudio/ Website | https://northerntidesstudio.com/

    50 min
  6. 253 | HOT SEAT: You're Not Inconsistent, You're Dysregulated & It's Hurting Your Business

    JAN 29

    253 | HOT SEAT: You're Not Inconsistent, You're Dysregulated & It's Hurting Your Business

    Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Ever feel like you're either wildly productive or completely shut down with no in-between? In this Hot Seat episode,I'm joined by Jill from Lilikoi Project, who flips the script and puts me in the hot seat for a deeply honest conversation about ADHD, rejection sensitivity, visibility, and what it really takes to build a sustainable jewelry business as a sensitive, creative soul. We talk about why ADHD is so often mislabeled as laziness, how rejection sensitivity can quietly sabotage your confidence, and why trying to "push through" usually backfires. I share how I've learned to work with my natural energy cycles instead of fighting them and how doing so has completely changed the way I lead, coach, and live. This episode is for jewelry business owners who feel deeply, overthink easily, and want to grow without burning themselves out in the process.     What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why ADHD is a rhythm, not a flaw and how to plan your business around it How rejection sensitivity shows up in customer emails, visibility, and people pleasing Why overworking and batching content often makes ADHD burnout worse How to feel safe being seen without shutting down or spiraling       Topics Discussed: ADHD and entrepreneurship Rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) Nervous system regulation in business Visibility fears for jewelry business owners People pleasing and emotional boundaries Building a life-first jewelry business   __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track   If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop.   DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching   Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lilikoi.project/  Website | https://lilikoiproject.com/

    1h 13m
  7. Why Your Business Feels Hard When Your Hormones Are Off with Dr Jennifer Bunzenmeyer ND

    JAN 22

    Why Your Business Feels Hard When Your Hormones Are Off with Dr Jennifer Bunzenmeyer ND

    Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you pushing through brain fog, low energy, mood shifts, or unexplained weight gain and telling yourself it's "just life"… even though your body is clearly asking for help?  In this episode, I sit down with naturopathic doctor Dr. Jennifer Bunzenmeyer to talk about perimenopause, menopause, and how women can reclaim their energy without relying on willpower or caffeine. We unpack why symptoms often show up slowly, why "normal" lab work isn't always optimal, and the foundational habits that make the biggest difference, like blood sugar balancing, protein, movement, sleep support, and gut health. Dr. Jen also shares how hormones shift over a 4–10 year perimenopause window, why stress and cortisol matter, and why strength training and bone health become non-negotiable as we age.  This conversation is your reminder: you're not broken… you're evolving, and you deserve support.     What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to spot the "quiet" signs of perimenopause before you hit burnout in business Why blood sugar balance, protein, and gut health can dramatically shift energy and brain fog How to think about "normal" labs vs. optimal trends (thyroid, A1C, cortisol patterns) A more sustainable approach to health habits (systems over willpower, quarter-by-quarter changes)   Topics Discussed: Perimenopause + menopause symptoms (sleep, mood, brain fog, energy) The "four pillars" approach (basics, gut, hormones, aging well) Protein, meal prep, movement, and joy as real energy tools Stress, cortisol, adrenals, and nervous system support Weight gain, insulin resistance, thyroid, estrogen/progesterone shifts Community and connection as a health essential   __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/perimenopausenaturopath/ Website | https://drjennbnd.com/

    1h 1m
  8. HOT SEAT: Growth Without Hustle for Jewelry Business Owners with Christine Mighion

    JAN 15

    HOT SEAT: Growth Without Hustle for Jewelry Business Owners with Christine Mighion

    What happens when you stop rushing your jewelry business and start building it in a way that actually supports your life? In this special HOT SEAT episode, I'm in the guest seat while jewelry artist and Slow Made Podcast host Christine Mighion interviews me about creativity, slow living, energy, and building a business with intention. We dive into how the Jewelry Business Academy came to life, why confidence and visibility matter more than algorithms, and how honoring your energy is essential for long-term success. This conversation is part business strategy, part mindset shift, and part permission slip to stop doing things the "hard way." If you're craving more connection, clarity, and sustainability in your jewelry business, this episode is for you.     What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why confidence and using your voice matter more than any marketing hack How to build a jewelry business that supports your energy, not drains it The power of community and why jewelry artists don't have to do this alone How slow living and strategic sprints can coexist in a profitable business     Topics Discussed: Creativity and inspiration in business Slow living vs. hustle culture Energy management for jewelry business owners Building authentic connection online The evolution of the Jewelry Business Academy   __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Christine's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/christinemighion/  Christine's Website | https://www.christinemighion.com/  Christine's Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/0GoUGA4xse5R8n8rIC7sBL

    53 min
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Hey, it's Robyn Clark! I'm a jewelry designer turned Jewelry Business Coach, and the host of the Jewelry Business Academy Podcast! If you're a jewelry business owner looking to break through to the next level, then my courses, coaching programs, and podcast are for you. You'll learn how to overcome the biggest challenges in your business, and build and scale your business with as much ease and simplicity as possible. Ready to work with me and implement systems & strategies into your business, so you can make MORE MONEY & RECLAIM YOUR TIME? If you're ready to enter a chapter of growth and expansion, click the link below: https://jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/

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