Two Desks Down

Erin Taylor
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Two Desks Down - A Business Podcast that lets you get to know my guest for a whole season - not just one episode. A series of real conversations between small business owners like you — finding their own path through the ups and downs of running a business. Hosted by Erin Taylor, owner of Lunimae Strategy & Systems Design, an operations expert helping Brand & Website Designers grow their studios the sustainable way. Each season, I sit down with one guest across six episodes so we can talk business, life, and everything in between. You’ll hear about triumphs, failed experiments, and what truly helps us get through the day. You’ll love Two Desks Down if you are… an online business ownera millennialan avid readera nosy person who loves the BTS momenttired of trying to find out more about a guest after just one episode All of this and more, on every season of Two Desks Down

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  1. Episode 1

    S2:E1 Shaving off Corners of Life to Accommodate Business

    In episode 1 of season 2 we cover all the basics: books, crafts, and what vegetable you want to take into battle. Alexa and I dive deep into why saying yes to fun things is the best way to keep yourself from being consumed by your business. While it’s easy to let it become your personality, we didn’t start a business to keep us from life. Listen in to hear tips on how to enjoy life more, what crafts to start, and how to keep boundaries at work.  How to limit your Work Time  BoundariesThinking to ActionBrick the Phone Starter Crafts Go to Pinterest for inspiration on what you actually want to makeBeadingHand LetteringWater color  Mentioned in the Episode: Rules for the Summer by Meghan Quinn https://authormeghanquinn.com/products/rules-for-the-summer Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention--and How to Think Deeply Again https://stolenfocusbook.com/Beneath by Ariel Sullivan https://www.arielsullivan.com/books/beneath  Connect with Alexa: https://alexahowell.myflodesk.com/  https://www.instagram.com/alexa.c.howell/ https://www.threads.com/@alexa.c.howell  Connect with Erin: www.lunimae.com https://www.threads.com/@lunimaestrategy  https://www.instagram.com/lunimaestrategy  Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:17 music 00:25 Exploring Current Reads and Interests 02:35 Crafting and Hobbies: A Personal Touch 05:44 The Tree Incident: A Story of Resilience 08:34 Meet Kona: The Pandemic Puppy 11:13 Business Journey: From Designer to Mentor 12:02 Introduction of our Guest 13:06 What are you doing for fun?! 14:08 Finding Balance: The Importance of Play 16:52 Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Business Stress 22:15 Introducing Fun: Starter Crafts and Activities 24:12 The Art of Gift Wrapping: A Creative Tradition

  2. Episode 2

    S2:E2 Homemade Granola and Letting Go of all the Shoulds

    Don’t burn the business down just to change your offer. Alexa and Erin talk about how it’s OK to pivot as a small business owner and that we don’t hit a point where we’re supposed to have it all figured out. Letting go of the shoulds in the business to uncover what we really want. We talk about what a sustainable business is and how to create one.  If you’ve ever wanted to make your own granola, been curious about life in Cleveland, or want a new favorite TikTok follow, listen in as we explore so much in this 40-minute episode.   Mentioned in the Episode: Passions Collective Nicole Groovy SocialPaizley from Peach Honey Connect with Alexa: https://www.instagram.com/alexa.c.howell/ https://www.threads.com/@alexa.c.howell  Connect with Erin: www.lunimae.com https://www.threads.com/@lunimaestrategy  https://www.instagram.com/lunimaestrategy  Chapters: 00:25 Creative Conversation Starters 03:11 Family Connections and Reunions 05:51 Travel Experiences and Reflections 08:33 Food Obsessions and Culinary Adventures 11:14 Work-Life Balance and Time Management 14:12 Social Media and Personal Branding 15:04 Introduction to Alexa Howell 16:26 Navigating Business Growth and Change 20:16 Defining Sustainable Business Practices 22:47 Strategies for Business Sustainability 27:05 The Importance of Community in Business 30:34 Honesty and Self-Reflection in Business Goals

  3. Episode 3

    S2:E3 Playing with Baby Hippos and Celebrating Ourselves

    Building a public-facing success as a business owners is hard enough without wondering how others will judge. Alexa and Erin discuss celebrating others’ success without overanalyzing it (aka Tall Poppy Syndrome). How we can use the wins of others for inspiration rather than trying to replicate exactly what THEY did. Despite how hard it might be, how to celebrate ourselves without the caveat. We cover so much in this episode including Reality TV, Homesteading, Baby Hippos, and Amy Poehler. Listen in for all the goods.  Mentioned in this Episode: Amy Poehler memoir, Yes Please Amy’s podcast Good Hang Kaitlyn Kessler Rich + Regulated Podcast Vix Meldrew Instagram Post that kicked off today's main topicSam at Nomad Copy has a Launch email Checklist for $1 with code TWODESKS Connect with Alexa: https://alexahowell.myflodesk.com/  https://www.instagram.com/alexa.c.howell/ https://www.threads.com/@alexa.c.howell  Connect with Erin: www.lunimae.com https://www.threads.com/@lunimaestrategy  https://www.instagram.com/lunimaestrategy  Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:25 Current TV Shows and Binge-Watching Habits 02:54 Podcast Preferences and Listening Habits 04:32 Unique Job Aspirations and Reality TV Insights 07:48 Describing Professional Roles to Different Audiences 10:55 Business Evolution and Personal Branding Strategies 11:31 Nomad Copy Launch Checklist 12:14 Alexa Intro 13:56 Perceptions of Women in Business and Launching 14:25 The Tall Poppy Syndrome and Its Impact 16:48 Separating Success from Identity 17:44 Marketing Perspectives on Success 19:12 The Importance of Authentic Connection 22:49 Celebrating Success Without Caveats 25:28 Strategies for Celebrating Wins 31:38 Reflecting on Success and Celebration

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Two Desks Down - A Business Podcast that lets you get to know my guest for a whole season - not just one episode. A series of real conversations between small business owners like you — finding their own path through the ups and downs of running a business. Hosted by Erin Taylor, owner of Lunimae Strategy & Systems Design, an operations expert helping Brand & Website Designers grow their studios the sustainable way. Each season, I sit down with one guest across six episodes so we can talk business, life, and everything in between. You’ll hear about triumphs, failed experiments, and what truly helps us get through the day. You’ll love Two Desks Down if you are… an online business ownera millennialan avid readera nosy person who loves the BTS momenttired of trying to find out more about a guest after just one episode All of this and more, on every season of Two Desks Down

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  • Creator
    Erin Taylor
  • Episodes
    10
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Erin Taylor

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