Creative Expert
By Caroline Van Natta
Hey! I'm your host, Caroline Van Natta and I'm teaching creatives like you the key that unlocks radical confidence to proudly be known as a creative expert.
We're having meaningful conversations with creatives to highlight the mindset shifts it takes to become your industries go to and stop trading $ for hours.
Ready to become a creative expert? I have a free training where you’ll find out yes or no if you’re ready to launch an expert product like a course coaching or in-person event.
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Creative ExpertJun 17, 2020
021: Launching a successful in-person event and creative multiple streams of income with Jenna McElroy
Jenna McElroy is sharing about how she created multiple revenue streams with her wedding photography business including co-founding the Revive Collective in-person event. You can hang out with Jenna on Instagram at @jennamcelroyphoto and online at jennamcelroy.com.
020: Finding digital products to sell as a designer with Nicole of January Made
Nicole and I are talking about how she started selling digital products in her business! You can learn more about Nicole and her business at www.januarymade.co.nz and hang out with her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/januarymadedesign.
019: Business strategies for introverts with Kelsey of Paper & Oats
Kelsey is sharing her story and some amazing tips for introverts running an online business. You can learn more about Kelsey at www.paperandoats.com and connect with her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/paperandoats/
018: Making more money with viral Instagram content with Molly Ho
Molly Ho is a marketing strategist, educator, and designer. She helps female entrepreneurs find clarity in their brand story and messaging, streamline their marketing, and save time in their business, so they can make more money and live the life they truly desire. She’s also the host of The Social Studio FB group. If you need help with mindset, marketing, or money in your biz, she’s your go-to gal.
Learn more about Molly:
https://www.instagram.com/mollyhostudio/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesocialstudio/
https://www.pinterest.com/mollyhostudio/
https://mollyhostudio.com/
017: Money mindset and what "alignment" actually is with Kelly Trach
Kelly Trach is a business coach, podcast host and online course educator. She built her 4th business in her childhood bedroom (after having 3 failed tech startups) and grew it to 6-figures before she turned 26 years old.
Kelly helps visionary women start soulful digital businesses based on their zone of genius and sell 1:1 services and online courses. Then, grow them to a place of full-time income of $5k and $10k months.
Kelly is the creator of three online courses: Your Best Life, Your Conscious Empire, and Your Money Mindset where she teaches people how to unlock their potential for confidence, entrepreneurial success, and abundance.
Kelly is also the host of The Kelly Trach Show, a top-rated self-help podcast (with more than 100k+ downloads and 100+ five-star reviews) that features thought leaders from around the globe.
She has a Bachelors of Commerce honors degree from the UBC Sauder School of Business and has been celebrated with 19 different awards, including a Top 20 under 20 award and has been recognized by the Canadian Federation of University Women and The Minerva Foundation.
You can find her on kellytrach.com and just about everywhere on social media.
016: Ditching the typical biz advice to build a productive 6-figure biz in 1 year with Jess Massey of Hustle Sanely
Jess Massey of Hustle Sanely is sharing about her journey to overcoming imposter syndrome and a scarcity mindset. Jess doesn't follow the typical business advice and has built an incredibly engaged community and profitable business. You can learn more about her on her website: https://www.jessicamassey.com/ and send her a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessmmassey/
015: Who you need to BE in order to book dream clients
I am sharing what working as a volunteer in a high school ministry taught me about dream clients and BEING rather than DOING. If you haven't been attracting clients this episode will empower you with your next steps!
014: Building a design agency and only work 2 days a week with Kelsey at Pinegate Road
Kelsey from Pinegate Road is sharing her story with lots of helpful strategies to building a design agency and now launching her coaching business on the side. You can hang out with her on Instagram @pinegateroad and online at pinegateroad.com
013: How to stand out while things are CRAZY with Jess Jordana
Right now, it is more important than ever to communicate CLEARLY your value. Jess is talking to us about how we can stand out right now (specifically with our words) and share how we can help our audience. She also shares how she launched her copywriting business and her digital product Promplates. Visit her Promplate shop so you can work on your website copy easily at jessicajordana.com/shop
012: Having anxious thoughts AND growing your business with Taylor Slango
Taylor and I have a conversation about how to pivot your messaging without doing a business overhaul during this pandemic. Taylor is a business coach that helps women make money online doing what they love. Her work is more important now than ever and this conversation will help you see that yours is too!
011: How to handle "slow months" as a service based business with Bold & Pop
Anna and Mallory are sharing about some polarizing topics and how they started thriving through "slow months". You can hang out with them on Instagram at @boldandpop and on their website https://boldandpop.com/.
010: Connecting with your brand mission with Annie from Olea & Fig
Annie of Olea & Fig is sharing about the mindset shifts she has made to help her business and creative clients thrive. You can hang out with Annie & Terrie on Instagram at @oleaandfig and on their website https://oleaandfig.com/.
009: How to start taking "creative days" with Abbey from Wayfarer Designs
Today, I am chatting with Abbey from Wayfarer designs about charging more despite your age, taking creative days and living internationally while running your business. You can follow Abbey on Instagram at @wayfarerdesignstudio or visit her website at www.wayfarerdesignstudio.com
008: Setting clear boundaries that benefit you and the client with Kathryn of Creme Brands
Kathryn of Creme Brands is chatting with us today about her story, setting boundaries and branding tips. You can follow Kathryn on Instagram at @cremebrands and read more about her services and work at www.cremebrands.com.
007: Find your niche when you're overwhelmed with the options
hey hey! Welcome to the Creative Expert! I am sharing a super informal behind the scenes into how I choose a niche and what takeaways you can have to help you get super clear with your message!
006: Starting your business without a Plan B with Emma Natter
Emma and I talk about finding your support system to going all-in with your business. You are going to LOVE hearing Emma's story about how she went from struggling florist to thriving stylist and educator.
005: Riches in the niches with Michelle from MKW Creative Co.
I am interviewing Michelle from MKW Creative Co. and we are talking about all things travel, TikTok and niching down to an offering that if fun for you and easy to sell.
004: A million dollar mindset and communicating your value with Morgan Rapp
I had the huge honor of interviewing Morgan Rapp! Morgan is a Graphic Designer, coach, and mom of 3. I can’t wait for you to learn more about how she balances motherhood, value-based pricing and how she is creating a million-dollar biz mindset along the way. Her business is thriving and I know this is going to be super valuable for you!
003: Why traditional goal setting is failing you and what to do about it
You probably have already thought about how amazing it will feel when you hit your goals (dance party, shopping spree and drinks with the girls right?) but what about when you DON'T hit them? In this episode, I am talking about why you are setting yourself up to fail with traditional goal setting (you know breaking down your year and the tasks) and how to start rocking and feeling good in your goals.
I have a free training that dives into this even deeper. I'll be teaching you how to double your rates without doing a business overhaul. It is totally FREE for a limited time-
thrivingcreative.co/free
002: A business and life full of happiness with paper maker, Sharon, of Pressed Paper
My podcast guest today, Sharon of Pressed Paper is sharing her story to creating a thriving paper making business without sacrificing her happiness and passions.
001: Welcome to the Thriving Creative Collective!
Welcome to the first episode of the Thriving Creative Collective. Hey, I'm Caroline and I will be sharing a preview of what this podcast is all about.
Make sure you check out my FREE training about how to confidently double your rates at thrivingcreative.co/free