Not Just Candle Talk: Presents The Creator Comeback Network

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The #1 podcast for creators, entrepreneurs, and small business owners rebuilding, rebranding, and rising in the new digital economy. If you’re a creator or entrepreneur trying to grow online, make money, build a personal brand, or survive constant algorithm changes—this podcast was built for you. The Creator Comeback Network™ gives you step-by-step strategies to:  Grow your brand on social media  Build passive and semi-passive income streams  Recover from burnout and business setbacks  Master content creation that converts  Navigate AI, automation, and the new creator economy  Build a profitable business—online or offline  Create digital products that sell forever  Become algorithm-proof  Each episode blends real talk, strategy, and comeback frameworks that help you reshape your business, rebuild your confidence, and rise stronger than ever. Popular topics include: • Creator burnout recovery • AI tools for entrepreneurs • Digital product creation • Email list & passive income systems • Small business comeback plans • Algorithm-proof marketing • Monetizing your skills and story • Side hustles that actually make money • Entrepreneurship  Whether you’re starting from scratch, pivoting your brand, or rebuilding after a hard season, this podcast gives you the tools, clarity, and blueprint to make a powerful comeback. Who this podcast is for: • Creators • Entrepreneurs • Small business owners • Digital product sellers • Coaches, service providers, freelancers • Hustlers ready for their next breakthrough

  1. DEC 11

    The Hidden Cost of Doing Everything Yourself- And The Comeback Strategy Needed

    We confront the myth that founders and creators must do everything alone and show how that belief fuels burnout, bottlenecks, and stalled growth. We share a clear four-step plan to audit energy leaks, automate repeat work, delegate non-genius tasks, and build a small but mighty support system. • the hidden cost of doing everything yourself • why “no one can do it like me” blocks growth • energy leak audit across admin, editing, and posting • automation rules and tools for repeat tasks • delegating non-genius work with standards and SOPs • building lean support with one hire, one tool, one collaborator • shifting back to the visionary role • doing less strategically to scale capacity Please share this with someone who’s carrying too much alone and you know they are and they don’t want to face it, but just share it with them Download the capacity comeback blueprint… it’s going to be at the link for this at the end of the show PDF… Download it for free Follow the show, leave a rating, and please join the movement because your comeback starts here Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    11 min

  2. DEC 3

    Why Attention Is the New Global Currency: And How Entrepreneurs Are Losing It Without Even Knowing

    We name the crisis of attention collapse and explain why creators aren’t being ignored for lack of talent but because audiences are overwhelmed. We lay out a practical framework to design attention, anchor emotion, reduce cognitive load, and build memory so work gets seen and remembered. • the attention recession and why growth feels harder • infinite content versus finite time • four forces draining attention worldwide • shift from content creation to attention design • the attention rebuilder framework explained • pattern breaks that stop the brain • emotional hooks that drive action • cognitive ease to lower friction • memory loops that keep people returning • how to turn consistency into stickiness Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    13 min

  3. NOV 10

    Marketing Isn’t Vibes, It’s A System Your Future Self Will Thank You For

    We relaunch NJCT as a marketing mentorship for creators and small business owners, shifting from burnout recovery to building brands that stick. We share why every business problem is a marketing problem and how to build attention systems, story-driven strategy, and smart automation. • redefining marketing as story, experience, and trust • reframing sales, engagement, and retention as positioning, storytelling, and experience • building attention systems that work while you sleep • turning brand story into a conversion engine • combining strategy with human connection • the four pillars: Message, Market, Mechanism, Momentum • the Creative Comeback Vault for recovery and resilience • announcing the Marketing Vault for systems, strategy, and blueprints • moving from followers to fans with clarity and cadence Subscribe wherever you listen, whether it's YouTube, Spotify, or the Apple Podcast Download your free marketing comeback checklist at not just candletalk.me and unlock the Creator Comeback Vault for exclusive audio lessons, frameworks, and templates Find it on our Linktree: Linktree slash not just candle talk Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    8 min

  4. NOV 8

    Marketing Is Everyone"s Job: The Real Reason Your Business Isn't Growing

    We break down why marketing is the oxygen of a business and how to build a system that compounds over time. We share strategy-first steps, content pillars, and the habits that keep momentum steady without burning out your team or budget. • marketing as connection before conversion • founder as chief storyteller and culture setter • employees and customers as brand amplifiers • strategy before socials and audience clarity • content pillars for consistency and trust • measuring performance and doubling down • systems, batching, automation, and monthly themes • community-led stories and testimonials • quarterly reviews and iterative pivots • vision-led marketing that sells belonging Do me a favor and share it with someone who needs to hear it, and tag us at not just candle talk Don't forget to grab your free marketing mastery blueprint checklist on our link tree Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    13 min

  5. NOV 5

    Strategy Is The New Creative Edge: why planning is the practical framework

    We break down a practical framework to move from hustle to strategy, with five pillars, a weekly blueprint, and a 90-day plan creators can actually use. Along the way, we track market shifts, share Alex’s burnout-to-breakthrough story, and give you tools to measure what matters. • why planning beats improvisation in a fast market • five pillars: vision, audience, offers, go-to-market, operations • audience research and trend mapping for 2025 • designing an offer stack and pricing for value • simple funnels and channel focus for 90 days • systems, automation, outsourcing, and metrics • agility with clear pivot triggers • content calendar tied to funnel stages • repurposing and diversified revenue streams • Alex’s case study: burnout to focused growth • weekly blueprint for a one-page strategy and dashboard If you love today’s episode, please share it with a fellow creator who’s building. Drop a review, join the conversation at Not Just Candle Talk, and let me know what your one-page strategy looks like. In the show notes of this episode, I’m going to have a downloadable PDF workbook absolutely free. You can get it on the Linktree app: linktree slash not just candle talk Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    26 min

  6. OCT 31

    Your Algorithm Boss Called; You’re Fired… Unless You Do This

    Imagine waking up and realizing your audience is gone—not because you messed up, but because an algorithm decided you’re no longer trending. That punch-in-the-gut feeling is why we’re laying out a clear path to build a business that stands even when social platforms wobble. We pull back the curtain on AI-controlled discoverability, shrinking organic reach, and trend cycles that burn out in hours, then share a practical system to future-proof your growth. We start by reframing the problem: visibility is not ownership. From there, we dig into five moves that make you algorithm-proof. First, own your pipeline—shift people into email, private podcasts, communities, and SMS where you control delivery and cadence. Second, build a core product that can sell without a feed: courses, private audio vaults, templates, and memberships that create recurring revenue and a real value ladder. Third, design replay-worthy content with evergreen utility so your work compounds instead of expiring with trends. Fourth, automate intimacy so every touchpoint feels personal at scale: behavior-based emails, private audio drops, and light chat automation that guides listeners to the next best step. Fifth, diversify channels while staying rooted in owned assets: let short-form bring awareness, long-form build trust, your podcast deepen loyalty, and your email list convert. We also share why private media is surging in 2026 as creators move into member communities and curated vaults where depth replaces noise. You’ll leave with a simple blueprint to stop chasing spikes, start building systems, and protect your revenue from platform volatility. If this conversation hits home, grab the free algorithm-proof business blueprint at www.notjustcandlak.me, subscribe for more system-first strategies, and tell us: what will you own by next month? Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    9 min

  7. AUG 18

    The Silent Killer of Success: Why Time Management Makes or Breaks Entrepreneurs

    Time management is the hidden CEO skill that determines whether entrepreneurs thrive or merely survive in their businesses. We explore how poor time habits silently sabotage success while introducing practical strategies to reclaim control of your schedule and accelerate progress toward your goals. • Recognizing when you're "busy but broke, booked but burnt out, posting but not profitable" • Understanding that most entrepreneurs fail due to poor time management, not lack of talent • Viewing time as currency that's either invested in or withdrawn from your future • Implementing the 3D Rule: do it, delegate it, or drop it • Creating sacred CEO time blocks for working on your business, not just in it • Setting just one powerful goal each week instead of diluting focus • Protecting your creativity with silent mornings before digital distractions • Batching similar tasks to maximize efficiency and preserve energy • Recognizing that saying "no" is sometimes the most productive action Check out our Time Clarity Tracker PDF—a free downloadable resource to help you monitor and optimize how you spend your hours. Print it out, hang it on your refrigerator, and use it as a starting point for better time management. Because you deserve not just success, but peace. Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    11 min

  8. JUL 17

    When Your Business Decision Almost Breaks You: The Recovery Roadmap

    Bad business decisions are not the end of your entrepreneurial journey; they're opportunities for growth and learning if you approach them correctly. The way you respond to mistakes separates successful founders from those who give up, with the key being to turn setbacks into valuable lessons that strengthen your business foundation. • Understanding if your poor decisions were rooted in fear, ego, or desperation—the three silent business killers • Five-step recovery process: own it without shame, audit the why, minimize damage, rebuild confidence, document the lesson • Creating a "business mistake playbook" to transform pain into process and process into power • Using transparency about mistakes to build trust with your audience • Practical exercise: write down your mistake, list three lessons learned, and identify one immediate action step • The importance of clear communication when working with others to prevent vision misalignment Subscribe to Not Just Candle Talk for more raw, honest conversations about building businesses that outlast burnout. Send us a text Support the show Collect all free downloadable checklist and access to other items https://linktr.ee/thecreatorcomebacknetwork

    13 min
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The #1 podcast for creators, entrepreneurs, and small business owners rebuilding, rebranding, and rising in the new digital economy. If you’re a creator or entrepreneur trying to grow online, make money, build a personal brand, or survive constant algorithm changes—this podcast was built for you. The Creator Comeback Network™ gives you step-by-step strategies to:  Grow your brand on social media  Build passive and semi-passive income streams  Recover from burnout and business setbacks  Master content creation that converts  Navigate AI, automation, and the new creator economy  Build a profitable business—online or offline  Create digital products that sell forever  Become algorithm-proof  Each episode blends real talk, strategy, and comeback frameworks that help you reshape your business, rebuild your confidence, and rise stronger than ever. Popular topics include: • Creator burnout recovery • AI tools for entrepreneurs • Digital product creation • Email list & passive income systems • Small business comeback plans • Algorithm-proof marketing • Monetizing your skills and story • Side hustles that actually make money • Entrepreneurship  Whether you’re starting from scratch, pivoting your brand, or rebuilding after a hard season, this podcast gives you the tools, clarity, and blueprint to make a powerful comeback. Who this podcast is for: • Creators • Entrepreneurs • Small business owners • Digital product sellers • Coaches, service providers, freelancers • Hustlers ready for their next breakthrough

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