The Creative Juice Club

Meg Riley
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

If you’re an artist, maker, or creative entrepreneur dreaming of turning your passion into a thriving business, The Creative Juice Podcast is here to help you make it happen! Each episode is packed with actionable tips, inspiring stories, and real-life strategies to help you build a profitable creative business without burnout. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, this podcast is your go-to resource for making your creative business flourish.

  1. Sep 15

    56 // Why You Can’t Stay Consistent in Your Creative Business

    JOIN THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress → my monthly physical letter for creative business owners, filled with honest business chats, actionable prompts, a manageable challenge and little extras to help you keep moving forward. Why is it so hard to stay consistent in your creative business - even when you genuinely want to? A lot of the advice around consistency makes us believe we need more discipline, more motivation or a better ability to stick to the same routine every single week. But real life doesn’t work like that. In this episode, I’m talking about what consistency actually looks like when you’re running a creative business around limited time, changing priorities and all the normal interruptions of life. We’ll explore why consistency isn’t about maintaining a perfect streak, how to make the important parts of your business easier to repeat, and why being able to return to something matters far more than never falling behind in the first place. In this episode: • Why consistency isn’t a personality trait• How to make your processes easier to repeat• The difference between being consistent and being constantly visible• How to decide what actually deserves consistency in your business• Why I separate my ideal rhythm from my minimum rhythm• How to keep things moving during lower-capacity weeks• Why planning the result isn’t enough - you need to plan the work that leads to it• How to use feedback to keep improving instead of constantly starting again• Why falling behind doesn’t mean you need to catch up• How to build a business you can keep returning to ✨ JOIN THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB Every month I send a physical letter built around a creative business theme, with honest business chats, actionable prompts, a manageable challenge and thoughtful little extras to help you step back and keep moving your business forward. https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress ✨ RESOURCES 🛠️ Browse tools and resources to help you plan, grow and simplify your creative business:https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/shop 📚 Artova - the visual workspace built for creative business owners to organise ideas, plan content, manage launches and keep the moving parts of your business clear. Try it for free:https://www.artova.io/ 🎁 Free resources for your creative business:https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/resources ✨ FIND ME Website → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub/YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub

  2. Aug 26

    55 // Running a Creative Business Is Hard Until You Focus on These 3 Things

    TRY ARTOVA FREE FOR 7 DAYS: https://www.artova.io/ The hub I built for creative business owners to run ideas, product launches, content, and inspiration in one place. Designed for visual thinkers and creative brains - cancel anytime.  ABOUT THIS EPISODE Running a creative business can feel impossibly hard when twenty different jobs are competing for your attention - and being busy doesn’t always mean the business is moving forward. So much of the advice around focus simply tells creative business owners to “pick one thing” without explaining what that actually means when you have several products, multiple platforms and lots of genuinely good ideas. In this episode, I’m sharing the three areas I believe creative business owners need to focus on to create steady, sustainable growth. I’m looking honestly at the way I built Fizz and Flourish, the mistakes I made by dividing my attention and what I’m now doing differently as I grow my software for creative business owners - Artova. I’m also sharing examples of creative businesses that have expanded successfully without making the main idea behind their business harder to understand. This isn’t about deleting all your other ideas or choosing one product for the rest of your life. It’s about deciding what matters most for the next 90 days and making sure the work you do actually supports it. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN • Why running a creative business feels so hard when you’re doing twenty different jobs • How to choose one clear focus for the next ninety days • Why focusing your business doesn’t mean selling only one product forever • The mistake I made by not doubling down on what was already working in Fizz and Flourish • How I’m using both of my YouTube channels to support one united goal • What successful creative businesses do to make their products, content and audience connect MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Artova is the workspace I've built for creative business owners. It's a platform to organise all your ideas, product launches, content and numbers, designed for visual thinkers and creative brains. 7-day free trial with full access: https://www.artova.io/ The Work in Progress Club - a monthly physical letter for creative business owners, with an honest business chat, actionable prompts, one manageable challenge and thoughtful little extras: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress Creative businesses mentioned: Roché Woodworth Illustration: https://www.instagram.com/rochewoodworthillustration Emily Harvey Art: https://www.instagram.com/emilyharveyart Royalty Soaps: https://www.youtube.com/@RoyaltySoaps RESOURCES YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL 🎧 Listen to The Creative Juice Club Podcast on audio: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/aboutpodcast Get a load of free resources for your creative business from my website: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/resources ✨ WHERE TO FIND ME Website: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub Substack: https://substack.com/@thecreativejuiceclub? Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub/

  3. Jul 22

    54 // What to Do When Every Task Feels Like It Can't Wait

    ✨ ABOUT THIS EPISODE If your to-do list has everything on it and nothing crossed off... this is for you. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact framework I use to decide what actually deserves my time when everything feels urgent. If you've ever sat down to work and spent twenty minutes just deciding where to start, ended up scrolling Instagram "for research," or felt more behind at the end of the day than when you sat down - this will completely change how you prioritise. Whether you're running a product-based business, building a service, or juggling content alongside the actual making - growing your business isn't about doing more. It's about knowing which of the things on your list are actually moving you forward, and which are just keeping things ticking over. This episode is perfect for: - Creative business owners with a to-do list that never gets shorter - Anyone who feels busy all day but isn't sure anything's actually growing - Makers juggling production with the business side of things - Creatives who keep picking the easiest task instead of the most important one - Anyone who wants a clearer way to decide what to focus on ✨ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - Why urgent and important are almost never the same thing - How to set a goal specific enough to actually filter your to-do list against - The Focus Filter - the 3 questions I run every task through - How to tell which tasks compound and which just maintain the status quo - Why the "easiest" task isn't always the right one - How to build a weekly reset that keeps you honest about where your time's going If you've been searching for how to prioritise your to-do list as a creative business owner, how to know what to focus on when everything feels urgent, or how to stop confusing being busy with growing your business — this will give you clarity and direction. ✨ MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE *(Some links are affiliate links, but I only recommend tools I genuinely use and trust.) 🎧  WHAT TO LISTEN TO NEXT: If you want to go deeper on building automated sales with lead magnets — specifically for product-based businesses, not service-based — go listen to episode 53: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VIjqAY7WDaOm65Fhn6S2j?si=ba27b9aced1641a9 🎥 Watch The Creative Juice Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub ✨ RESOURCES YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL Social 2 Sale - Follow the scroll-to-shop map that takes your followers from "nice post" to "I need to buy this." https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/social-2-sale ✨ WHERE TO FIND ME Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub Website: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/ Artova – The workspace built for creative business owners to manage their goals, tasks, and launches — built for how creative brains actually work: https://www.artova.io/ Art Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/@fizzandflourish Audio Podcast: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/aboutpodcast

  4. Jul 6

    53 // Lead Magnet Ideas That Actually Work When You Sell Products (Not Services)

    THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB - my monthly letter subscription for creative business owners. Prompts, challenges, and illustrated collectibles delivered straight to your door! Join now (worldwide shipping included) → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress ✨ ABOUT THIS EPISODE If you've been told you need to grow your email list but nobody has actually told you how to get people onto it - this episode is for you! Most advice about lead magnets is aimed at service-based businesses. Coaches, consultants and people who teach. But what about you...the candle maker, illustrator, ceramicist and maker? What do you even give away for free when the thing you make is the product? In this episode I'm sharing 6 lead magnet ideas that actually work for product-based creative businesses - with real examples for each one so you can see exactly how they might apply to what you do. This episode is perfect for: • Handmade sellers who want to grow their mailing list • Artists and illustrators selling prints or original work • Creative business owners who don't want to teach to grow their audience • Makers who want more consistent sales without relying on social media • Anyone who's been putting off building an email list because it felt too complicated ✨ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why most lead magnet advice doesn't work for product sellers - and what to do instead • How to attract your ideal buyer onto your mailing list before they're ready to buy • 6 specific lead magnet formats with real examples for creative product businesses • Why a discount isn't always the best option (and what works better) • How to think about your lead magnet as a filter, not just a freebie If you've been searching for how to grow your email list as an artist, how to get more customers for your handmade business, or how to build a mailing list when you sell physical products - this will give you the ideas and confidence to get started. ✨ MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE (*Some links may be affiliate links, but I only recommend tools I genuinely use and trust.) JOIN THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB: A monthly physical letter delivered to your door, packed with ideas, challenges and action prompts to keep your creative business moving forward: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/... *Systeme Email Marketing Platform: https://systeme.io/?sa=sa022476611242... Create a quiz lead magnet: Typeform: https://www.typeform.com Involve.me: https://www.involve.me 🎙️ WHAT TO LISTEN TO NEXT: If you want to listen while you work, go watch the Creative Business Masterclass: How I Build Income that lasts - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5y30yjclGyw8LvV5369ipW?si=714b4b6e14d44ca7 📺  Or, watch The Creative Juice Club on YouTube Deeper conversations about creative entrepreneurship, sustainable growth, pricing, passive income and systems for artists https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub ✨ WHERE TO FIND ME ARTOVA - Creative Business management and planning built specifically for creative business owners: https://www.artova.io Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub Website: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/

  5. Jun 18

    The Creative Business Masterclass | How I Built Income That Lasts - EXTENDED EPISODE

    If you've been trying to build a creative business and it feels like it only works when you're having a good week - then this is the episode I wish someone had made for me when I was starting out! I've pulled together the best conversations from this channel into one place. This is a masterclass in building a creative business that actually generates income that lasts - not just when you're posting every day, or when you’re full of energy…but properly and sustainably. We cover income streams, building around a full life, which income streams I'm still earning from years later, and how to scale without burning out. ✨ WHAT'S COVERED The 5 income streams that changed my creative business (and what they actually pay)How to build when you don't have loads of time or energyMy story - how I built from scratch through every messy seasonWhy I stopped hustling and what I built insteadWhich income streams are still earning years later (and which died)How to scale without doing more 🔗 EVERYTHING MENTIONED IS LINKED BELOW Some links may be affiliate links - I only ever recommend tools I actually use and trust. All the freebies, tools, and resources mentioned across this video (including checklists, worksheets, and everything else) can be found at: 👉 https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/ Want to run your whole creative business in one place? Try Artova free:👉 https://www.artova.io/ Specifically mentioned in this episode: Free Download - Pre-Launch Checklist: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/productlaunch Artova: https://www.artova.io/ Substack: https://substack.com/@thecreativejuiceclub? Affiliate Program: https://www.artova.io/affiliate-program Free Download - Plug and Play Post Pack: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/plugandplay Marketing (email platform)*:https://systeme.io/?sa=sa022476611242a40105b87c392701f66eb80ba1b3 Free Download - Creative Income Checkup: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/incomecheckup ✨ WHERE TO FIND ME Website → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/ Instagram →   https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub

  6. Jun 12

    52 // From Hobby to Full-Time Creative Business (What I Wish I'd Known)

    Join the Work In Progress Club - the monthly letter for creative business owners that keeps your business moving forward → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress ABOUT THIS EPISODE This isn't a highlight reel…it’s the honest version of how I went from costume maker on one of the biggest live shows in the world, to building a full time creative business - through imposter syndrome, a global pandemic, new parenthood, and a £60 AdSense payment that changed everything. If you've ever felt like you don't have the right background, the right timing, or the right conditions to build something real - this one's for you. This episode is perfect for: Creatives who are building a business around a very full lifeAnyone who feels like an imposter in the space they're trying to enterSide hustlers wondering if and when they'll ever make the leap to full timeCreative business owners who are tired of polished success storiesAnyone who needs to hear that slow, consistent progress is still progress WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Why the thing you're supposed to be doing doesn't always announce itself clearlyWhy you don't need a plan to start - you just need to startHow imposter syndrome almost always comes from an unconventional path, not a lack of talentWhy the businesses that last are built to survive the seasons where life takes overWhat proof actually looks like in the early stages of building something realWhy slow, consistent effort compounds over time - even when it doesn't feel like it If you've been searching for how to turn a side hustle into a full time income, how to build a creative business without the right qualifications, or how to keep going when life gets in the way - this video will give you an honest, realistic answer. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE (Some links are affiliate links, but I only recommend tools I genuinely use and trust.) WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB - the monthly letter for creative business owners. Prompts, challenges, a monthly focus and little extras...delivered to your doorstep → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress ARTOVA - the visual workspace I built for creative business owners. Plan content, organise ideas, prep launches and keep your business in one place. Full free access for 7 days → https://www.artova.io/ RESOURCES YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL Become an Artova affiliate - if you've tried Artova, loved it, and want to earn a generous commission sharing it with your audience → https://www.artova.io/affiliate-program ✨ WHERE TO FIND ME Website → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub

  7. Jun 2

    51 // Which Creative Business Income Streams Actually Last? (after years of testing)

    THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB - my monthly letter subscription for creative business owners. Prompts, challenges, and illustrated collectibles delivered straight to your door! Join now (worldwide shipping included) → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress Try Artova free for 7 days - the workspace I built for creative business owners to plan content, organise ideas and actually follow through → https://www.artova.io/ ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Which income streams actually last in a creative business? After years of building, testing (and making some expensive mistakes), I'm sharing the honest truth about what's still making me money years later, what declined when I stepped back, and the simple framework I now use to decide what's actually worth building. If you've ever wondered whether passive income is actually real, or felt like your sales only happen when you're constantly online and posting - this one will completely reframe how you think about building income in your creative business. This episode is perfect for: Creative business owners who want income that doesn't rely on them showing up every single dayArtists and makers wondering which income streams are actually worth buildingCreatives juggling business with a very full life - family, jobs, or just real lifeAnyone who's tried passive income and wondered why it isn't working the way they hopedSmall business owners ready to build something more sustainable WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why passive income isn't as hands-off as people make it soundThe income stream I built that declined when I stepped back - and what it taught meThe email sequence, content strategy and digital products still working for me years laterA simple effort vs return framework to help you decide what's worth building in your creative businessHow to actually start building compounding income from wherever you are right now If you've been searching for how to build passive income as a creative, how to create consistent income in your art business, which income streams last long term, or how to build a sustainable creative business without burning out - this video will give you a practical, honest answer. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE (Some links are affiliate links, but I only recommend tools I genuinely use and trust.) ARTOVA - the visual workspace I built for creative business owners. Plan content, organise ideas, prep launches and keep your business in one place. Full free access for 7 days → https://www.artova.io/ WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB - the monthly letter for creative business owners that keeps your business moving forward → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress WHAT TO LISTEN TO NEXT: If you want to go deeper on how connection has shaped the income in my creative business and the real lessons behind what's worked - go and listen to this episode next → https://open.spotify.com/episode/54sVghGM6vSawnX9yf9sJA?si=0c8a8cd7fe2a4891 Watch The Creative Juice Club Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub ✨ RESOURCES YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL Become an Artova affiliate - if you've tried Artova, loved it, and want to earn a generous commission sharing it with your audience → https://www.artova.io/affiliate-program YouTube Mentorship - 3 month program: https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/mentoring ✨ WHERE TO FIND ME Website → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/ Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub

  8. May 27

    50 // How I'm Building Income in My Creative Business Through Connection (6 lessons for you!)

    THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB - my monthly letter subscription for creative business owners. Prompts, challenges, and illustrated collectibles delivered straight to your door! Join now (worldwide shipping included) → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress ABOUT THIS EPISODE: I used to think my products had to be perfect - the best artwork, the most impressive packaging, the most polished version of everything. But what I've learnt is that people don't just buy the best product. They buy what they feel connected to. They buy the story, the value and the meaning behind it. In this episode, I'm walking you through the 6 lessons I'm applying to my new income stream - The Work in Progress Club - a monthly letter subscription for creative business owners. I'm building it completely differently this time based on everything I've learnt about what actually makes people buy, and I'm sharing the whole process in real time so you can see exactly how I'm thinking about sustainable growth, connection over perfection, and building something that lasts. If you're a creative business owner trying to build recurring income, launch a new product, or grow what you already have without burning out, this breakdown will help you understand what actually matters beyond just making your products perfect. This episode is perfect for: Creative business owners looking to build recurring incomeArtists and makers launching subscriptions or membershipsProduct-based creatives who want sustainable growthAnyone feeling the pressure to make everything "perfect" before launching WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why trending doesn't mean it's right for you (and how to find your angle)How to build something that fits your real life and capacityWhy the value isn't just the physical productHow to share the process and story people actually connect withWhy you need to check the numbers before making it prettierHow sustainable growth beats impressive-looking chaos every time MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (*Some links are affiliate links, but I only recommend tools I genuinely use and trust.) ARTOVA - the visual hub I built for creative business owners. Plan launches, check profit margins with the Product Profit Calculator, organise your whole business in one place. Full, free access for 7 days → https://www.artova.io/ THE WORK IN PROGRESS CLUB - my monthly letter subscription for creative business owners. Prompts, challenges, and illustrated collectibles delivered to your door. Join now (worldwide shipping included) → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/workinprogress WHAT TO LISTEN TO NEXT: How To Get Your Creative Time Back (5 Strategies) - if you want to see the exact framework, watch this one next → https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-creative-juice-club/id1809390970?i=1000768964166  RESOURCES YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL Watch the video podcast - The Creative Juice Club Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub Become an Artova affiliate - if you've tried Artova, loved it, and want to earn a generous commission sharing it with your audience, you can apply to join the affiliate program here: https://www.artova.io/affiliate-program WHERE TO FIND ME Website → https://www.thecreativejuiceclub.com/ Video Podcast → https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativejuiceclub Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/thecreativejuiceclub

See All (58)

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

If you’re an artist, maker, or creative entrepreneur dreaming of turning your passion into a thriving business, The Creative Juice Podcast is here to help you make it happen! Each episode is packed with actionable tips, inspiring stories, and real-life strategies to help you build a profitable creative business without burnout. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, this podcast is your go-to resource for making your creative business flourish.

Information

  • Creator
    Meg Riley
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Meg Riley
  • Show Website
    The Creative Juice Club

You Might Also Like