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Aly Harte Podcast5 ways to cope with grief in your everydayAly shares her top ways to journey grief for when you get up in the morning until you hit the pillow at night.
Her father died the week before her 8th birthday making grief a "friend" for many years.
Use the practical Aly shares and take this 10 minutes to feel less alone as you journey loss no matter what stage you are at.
Follow and subscribe for more of Aly's content. 2025-01-2209 minAly Harte PodcastThe hustle can serve you wellWhat is your work ethic like? How do you connect and engage with a community that will help you thrive? Aly shares her own hustle mentality from a young age and how it has served her well in building a successful business. 2024-05-2710 minAly Harte PodcastHow do you show up? Aly's 2024 return!Despite my desire to have a fun video podcast with excellent edits, I have to wait! This episode challenges you on how you show up in the world as a creative and in general. Enjoy and thanks for following and waiting for this episode ! Subscribe so you catch the up and coming weeks.
Book mentioned is called 'The Artist's way' Julia Cameron
2024-05-0114 min
Aly Harte PodcastWhere Is Your Attention?I felt like last week we didn’t fully unravel the content around social media and where our attention is. Today, while I record and as you read there has never ever been a more demanding time for our attention on all platforms. News, social media, e-mail, our text messages. We are absolutely bombarded and we must, if we want to grow a successful creative business, be intentional about where our attention is. Otherwise we are just floating and that is no use to anyone. Today I share the reason where I was twenty years ago and I discuss wh...2022-02-1818 minAly Harte PodcastDeeper Connections Vs Shallow Social MediaWow! That’s a hard working title if ever I saw one. This week I start my 2022 as I mean to go on- energised, accepting of myself and growing deeper into my work, with my friendships and in every part of my life inside and outside the art studio. I am living proof that a little less social media can enhance your practice and help to keep the flippancy of the online world a little further from your creative flow. I explain how and why I am motivated to keep this quiet life up. Also mentioned are some of my...2022-02-1119 min
Aly Harte PodcastWhat a Year!I encourage you to take risks but to know your boundaries, to learn from me but not to copy me, to breathe air in and to let go of the weight of others expectations on you and your business. Thanks for following me in 2021, here’s to more podcasts about building a creative business and living well in 2022.
Thanks for listening. Be sure to check out my other podcasts and share with a friend who might also enjoy them. For more head over to my YouTube and give me a follow on social media @alyharte or www.al...2021-12-0714 minAly Harte PodcastWhen to increase your prices.Recently I had a troll on my Facebook who questioned the pricing I had on an abstract work of art. Another troll followed under it asking how many I had sold. I wanted to reply and say I had sold three the previous week but I knew it would get me nowhere. Instead I worked hard on letting it float over me… after a sleepless night over thinking the price of my work which I know deep down is the right price or should even be higher. In this episode we discuss how to detect when you are pricing to...2021-11-3006 minAly Harte PodcastRoutine for the win.I listened to Joe Wicks on Ron Chatterbys podcast once and when asked if he ever goes off piste and doesn’t exercise, or if he eats junk food Joe explained- he asked us, the audience listening, to think of how we feel when we have a good day. What we eat, what we start the say with, etc. This helped me reinforce my own need for routine and especially in the morning, in order to thrive. I am not always consistent but when I am everything can be dealt with alongside less drama and more intention and focus....2021-11-2307 minAly Harte PodcastThe crucifixion of perfectionismAt times we use the term “ perfectionist” to describe ourselves when sometimes that is not the case. It can be that we are crippled by the expectation of others so we strive for praise or to feel accepted. Perfectionism can be broken down and in this episode I do that with building a creative business in mind. Settle your mind and watch your productivity grow.
Thanks for listening. Be sure to check out my other podcasts and share with a friend who might also enjoy them. For more head over to my YouTube and give me a foll...2021-11-1606 minAly Harte PodcastFriends School GCSE Prize Day SpeechTo be asked to speak at any event is an honour, especially when it is the school where I studied my A Level exams. The stepping stone on my ladder to embracing all things art! Many academics reside in Friends School Lisburn and have gone before me so this opportunity to share my passion for self-acceptance, building a creative business and being present in today’s noisy world felt great.
Enjoy and please share with any teenagers in your home .
Thanks for listening. For more podcasts head over to my YouTube channel or check out my...2021-11-0915 minAly Harte PodcastOnly you can get you to the next level!YOU are the one who will get you to where you need to be in life and in business. My honest words about kids and adults using filters to mask who their are through to me thinking my art in the hands of Rory McIlroy would be what makes me successful. It’s not! Don’t underestimate the power of you own worth and drive. You’ve got this.
Thanks for listening. Be sure to check out my other podcasts and share with a friend who might also enjoy them. For more head over to my YouTube and give...2021-11-0207 minAly Harte PodcastJoin me as I chat with Joanne from Skinn TherapyThis discussion is not just about skin. It runs deeper as we discuss wellness on the whole, kids as they navigate a social media world of perfection. The changes in the skin industry and why Joanne wants to know each person and the gaps in their lives where she can use her holistic and wellness centred approach to help.
I used to be pretty enthused by beauty which I imagine will surprise some of you. However, that changed when I met Joanne of Skinn Therapy. Her professional approach is what has guided me to take better care...2021-10-2647 minAly Harte PodcastJoin me as I chat with Shrink Coach - Estelle WallaceFive years ago Estelle Wallace and I trained together at her previous gym. At the time I had a fitness account alongside my wellbeing blog (which you can still see linked to my website) and had a ball with Estelle in her natural habitat. We also both share a love for Jesus. Estelle is a fitness trainer and her business Shrink coach is fascinating. She is an inspiration as she shares about growing her online presence through the pandemic with free YouTube workouts for all levels and abilities. She is so full of life and is deeply rooted in...2021-10-1939 minAly Harte PodcastJoin me as I chat with Brahm Gallagher -PT and lead trainer Bayburn FitnessI met Brahm Gallagher through Bayburn fitness where I currently train five days a week. He is a personal trainer and from the first training session I knew he was great fun and openly passionate about the role he plays in people's lives and wellbeing.
Here we discuss Brahm’s career in the army, his move from LA to Northern Ireland and how we can show our kids by example, the best way to eat and live and move. I feel like every trainer should practice what they preach and it is evident that Brahm does just th...2021-10-1244 minAly Harte PodcastKirsty Elwood- holistic therapist and reflexologist.To give full disclosure on this chat- I cried after we ended the recording. Kirsty shared thoughts about life and how we all carry wounds which we can mask- so much so that I felt like she was speaking to my soul and the tears flowed!
Kirsty unravels what reflexology is and how what we have on the top of our foot is what we show the world. Underneath on the sole of our foot is where reflexology can discover many physical and emotional elements of our character and bodies. An insightful and emotive discussion.
...2021-10-0558 minAly Harte PodcastJoin me as I chat to Suzanne from Authentic YogaSuzanne is a primary school teacher turned yoga instructor and has the most gentle aura. You can sense this through the airwaves and the video of zoom during our interview. She explains the need for community (online and offline) as well as taking self-care to a deeper level than ticking off a workout routine or bubble baths. Your health is here and now!
I have collaborated with Suzanne in the past for a children's workshop involving yoga and art. Suzanne also joined me for a 1:1 class a few years ago and she opens up about her heart...2021-09-2835 minAly Harte PodcastJoin me as I chat with Louise from Little Forget Me Nots.Louise of Little forget me nots joins me to discuss how there is healing in creativity. As a bereaved parent Louise found that being creative through embroidery and punch needle she could find comfort and tune into herself a little each time she created. Healing in art is something that I am very passionate about and having Louise discuss this in depth- her involvement with community arts, the little forget me not trust that she has founded and how her workshops bring people together, will warm your heart and help you to think about life positively. Hands and help t...2021-09-2146 minAly Harte PodcastWorking internally with play therapist Eileen RussellI have had experience with Eileen in her professional capacity at Waymaker therapy over the past year. My third son has pulled his hair out since he was 6 months old and we were at a loss of how we could help him. Eileen reached out on social media and I immediately connected with her gorgeous caring energy.
Join us in this conversation as we discuss why therapy works, how therapy is not just for children and why creative practices are good for your soul.
If you enjoyed this episode head over to my website www...2021-09-1451 minAly Harte PodcastWhy well-being ... and some thoughts.I sat in my car in the development where we had our first home. Nostalgia and a real sense of urgency with this episode. I wanted to share why I love well-being and have felt strongly about women knowing and loving themselves from their brain to their bones for a long time. This next series in the podcast is called 'From the Inside Out' and it’s where I interview therapists and people in the well-being industry who help me to unravel why life can be even richer if we do work on the inside as well as the ex...2021-09-0706 minAly Harte PodcastLife ChoicesOften in life we grumble and moan when we feel without or not enough but how many times have we looked at the choices that WE made to get us to that place? In this episode I discuss my own choices and why I have learned to deal with the choices I make... and to moan a little less than I used to!!2021-08-3010 minAly Harte PodcastI Don't Have All the Answers.....Today I am recording while on location. Thoughts around leaning in to the not knowing and how I don’t have a formula but can give you the space and the confidence as I lead by example in the creative industry.
Please follow me on social media, Instargam, Facebook, YouTube and check out my website www.alyharte.com for more.2021-08-2410 minAly Harte PodcastThe long awaited guest appearance from my other half- my husband Michael!The long awaited guest appearance from my other half- my husband Michael! This episode was both fun and odd to record- mainly because we rarely sit just the two of us to discuss my work and the effect it has on our family. Here is a cool reflection on what it's like to be the parter of a creative and how we made life work through the dark times like when I miscarried at 14 weeks or when Mike applied for a promotion and it didn't work out. Enjoy and thanks for listening.2021-08-1738 minAly Harte PodcastJourney Over Destination.Why making the right decisions about your career will help your life experiences. Daily acts.
Pick the journey over the destination. Today we go a little deeper into why being present will always make the process of being a creative in business work. Look at where you have come from, learn gratitude and know that goals come and go. They are super but the roller-coaster ride that we can sit tight in along the way to that goal is way more fun.
Thanks for listening. I hope you enjoyed this episode.
Head over to...2021-08-1008 minAly Harte PodcastEnjoy the Work.When my boys were tiny and when friends have babies I am always talking about how we can only deal with one nappy, one sleep, one cry at a time. Business and living the creative lifestyle is no different. Sometimes we have to sit in the icky bit and force ourselves to enjoy it.
Thanks for listening!
For more please follow me over on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and at www.alyharte.com2021-08-0307 minAly Harte PodcastBe PresentBe present. In business, in life and in decision making. One of the most important things we can do is to recognise time and to sit in the moment that is in front of us. Today I discuss how we can view activities a bit like children and how it will help us to live life in the best most fulfilling way.
Thanks for listening. Head over to my YouTube channel, Instagram, Facebook or website www.alyharte.com for more.2021-07-2712 minAly Harte PodcastStand out!Four tips for helping you to stand out in your creative business. It is important to be able to engage with people, to produce content that is line with your brand and to seek out new challenges and relationships in order to thrive!
In this episode I discuss how you can stand out! Standing out in business can be in the content you make, the company you keep and the products or service you offer. Get intentional about them today with my tips.
Thanks for listening.
For more head over to my YouTube, I...2021-07-2008 minAly Harte PodcastDon't be swept up in trends!Trends in business. Don’t be a trend. Long game only!
Trends are tempting to fall into the trap of in business or creatively and even in life. I encourage you in this episode to stay true to yourself and your talent.
If you enjoyed this podcast head over to my YouTube channel or website www.alyharte.com to find out more.
Thanks for listening. 2021-07-1306 minAly Harte PodcastMake your business clearer!Sometimes we complain when customers annoy us or don’t understand but that’s not their fault!!! This episode is about taking responsibility for problems or issues in your business and/or your creative flow. I share tips on how to change that for the better so everyone’s experience improves.
Enjoy Listening!2021-07-0608 minAly Harte PodcastMy Story Part 3Now that my business is transitioning again with a view to more paintings and podcasts instead of prints- here is an insight into my dreams, fears and hopes. Along with more information about the way I view my life and work in 2021.
If you would like to subscribe to my podcast please do and you can share it with your friends. I love to read and very much appreciate you taking the time to leave me a review. Follow all my work via my website www.alyharte.com
Thanks for listening!2021-06-2914 minAly Harte PodcastBecoming More EmotionalIn a world where we are often encouraged to suppress our emotions and be stoic, today I encourage you to get more emotional! Learning how to read our own emotions helps us to know ourselves, our clients and our relationships on a deeper more fulfilling level. It's a time in social media when everyone is talking about life as an open book but how about we strip it back so that we know exactly how much we want to share and the message our body language, our "posts" and our words carry.
If you would like to...2021-06-2214 minAly Harte PodcastThe importance of clearing space in life and work.My website is changing and I have started to be more in tune with my feelings- I know I felt overwhelmed and needed to clear space. Not just space in my wardrobe but in my business. During this episode I share about the clearance of prints on my website, the fear I feel around sales and change as well as the reasons you should be clearing space constantly so that you grow significantly.
If you would like to subscribe to my podcast please do and you can share it with your friends. I love to read and...2021-06-1513 minAly Harte PodcastMy Story - Part Two!From a community artist who thought that getting her art in front of famous people would be the golden ticket to almost missing out on paying my student loan because I earned so little at the beginning of my career!! This is the second part of my story in becoming a professional artist who has built her business from the ground up with no financial support (apart from her husband's salary that was split on every bill and any expenses as well as the baby's nappies), I go a little deeper into the way I have journeyed this path...2021-06-0816 minAly Harte PodcastMy Story - Part One!Now that the podcast has grown and my audio has improved (slightly!!!) I thought you would like to know where my art career began. From the foundation course at art college to lost University forms and taking photographs of families, I have a number of job skills and micro stories to share of my time as a self employed artist.
This is the start of my story.
If you would like to subscribe to my podcast please do and you can share it with your friends. I love to read and very much appreciate you...2021-06-0118 minAly Harte PodcastStop complaining!!In a world where people complain about the colour of your shoes to the content you post on social media, here I explain why intentionally seeking joy instead of complaining will serve you better.
Your business will improve, your everyday life and your relationships will progress when you actively stop complaining.
If you would like to subscribe to my podcast please do and you can share it with your friends. I love to read and very much appreciate you taking the time to leave me a review. Follow all my work via my website www...2021-05-2512 minAly Harte PodcastLisa McFarland relationship coaching and life chats.Lisa’s positive yet honest approach to relationships will encourage you in your day to day life and the relationships inside and outside your business.
I have gained wisdom from Lisa in my journey as a Mother, a wife, a friend and business woman. She gives us tools during this episode to place value on the importance of communicating in relationships. A refreshing episode to finish this part of the hindsight series with helpful ideas for moving forward with our best foot.
If you would like to subscribe to my podcast please do and you ca...2021-05-181h 02Aly Harte PodcastOwen Crane writer, creator, friend.I first met Owen when he was the pastor of CFC a church in Belfast that our kids called " the fun church"! This was linked to them being allowed to play football after they learned scripture!
Owen is a family man and has a great heart for helping others to communicate on a powerful level. We have been working on a collaborative project for a while now so in the interim while we are still working on our book, I thought it would be great to share one of our creative chats on the podcast for you.2021-05-1147 minAly Harte PodcastJonny Campbell and Gareth Maclean discuss faith and life.As creatives we have an opportunity to own the day to day tasks and thoughts we have. This stretches into how we act, the way our personal brand is classified and viewed by others and, in how we approach new opportunities. So, it is not new for me to share with you that I have faith and in many ways throughout my own day I rely on faith and my friendship/relationship with God to help me navigate that.
Gareth is a Pastor in Orangefield Presbyterian church and Jonny works for The Alpha course. They had me...2021-05-0457 minAly Harte PodcastAre You Happy - Today I share the tips that I have and some words about my own journey (and struggle) to/with happiness.Today I share the tips that I have and some words about my own journey (and struggle) to/ with happiness. An ongoing journey where I have to stop, re evaluate and reset every once in a while. The one thing I hope that comes across in the words that I share and the people stories who I interview, is that happiness is key. We have one life, let's set up a good routine and breathe in the good stuff, be present and we can thrive.2021-04-2719 minAly Harte PodcastSincerity, helping others and growing a business idea with £500. Dave Linton of MadlugDave Linton is a softly spoken creative who admits himself to staying in the background of the business that he has created despite speaking keynotes at various esteemed business events and conferences. Madlug is the name of his company and I first heard about them 6 years ago when they had just started and it was during the time myself and my husband were journeying our own adoption process ( which sadly did not develop further for us. I wrote about it on my blog). The model of their bag brand is to "help you give dignity to children in care".2021-04-2052 minAly Harte PodcastIan Young- footballer, kickboxer- strength and conditioning coachIan Young- footballer, kickboxer- strength and conditioning coach
After I had my two boys a friend introduced me to Ian's in person classes in 2011. They were weekly strength classes but I loved the Saturday morning boxing best. Ian now has an online community with his classes and a growing team of wellness coaches. His time as a young footballer taught him lessons about value and self awareness. Furthermore, the in person classes he ran for many years- the dedication and planning they required means Ian has a wealth of clients and a true understanding of his ideal customer.2021-04-1338 minAly Harte PodcastClodagh Rice- Business Correspondent for BBC NI.Clodagh interviewed me at the studio in 2020 when Covid was spreading and rumours of lockdown hit. She is the go-to for information around businesses and a familiar face and voice on the evening news in Northern Ireland. We discuss personality types, Clodagh’s experience of shadowing to help her understand and gain experience in journalism and how social media can be both a beauty and a beast.2021-04-0646 minAly Harte PodcastSuzie Lee - Winner of Best Home Cook 2020. Suzie Lee on cooking made easy , the impact of grief on our views of success, personality tests and accountancy! Another example of how the path to creativity is rarely one straight line, Suzie is someone I have known for a number of years. She shares how she started working in her family's Chinese restaurant at the age of ten and about when she won Best Home cook of the year in 2020. Now we are on the same wavelength with our families and our creative paths you can tell that this conversation is full of excitement and story telling from the both...2021-03-3055 min
Greenways Podcast - Faith & WorkEpisode 2: Faith and Creativity with Aly HarteGareth and Jonny hang out with local artist, creative and business woman, Aly Harte, exploring how she is partnering with God to see his Kingdom come in and through her vocational space.2021-03-2939 minAly Harte PodcastInterior designer Jacqueline Hamilton- Designing and building your own house, studying after maternity leave and how she can help shape our homes using colour and light.Interior designer Jacqueline Hamilton- Designing and building your own house, studying after maternity leave and how she can help shape our homes using colour and light.
Jacqueline Hamilton of Seaforde interiors chats about her experience of going back to study after two children, the benefits of running small group workshops and how we have all had to adapt to online consultations and a new work ethic. A great chat with plenty of laughs and a mutual appreciation for what social media can do for one's business and client base.2021-03-2339 minAly Harte PodcastBONUS EPISODE - social media is important for your creative business.This episode is full of my gold dust from my mentoring package. It is a recording of a keynote presentation I was asked to deliver via a webinar about the importance of social media in your creative business. It is evident that this is something I am very passionate about. Eleven if you have been around my podcast for a while, you will find this interesting about the beginning of my career and there are tips for you on how to grow your business.2021-03-1925 minAly Harte PodcastEmma Blain talks about being a councillor, running for elections and much more.Emma Blain on being a councillor, running in elections in Ireland, interviewing Kylie Minogue in her journalism days and being Editor of the Church of Ireland gazette. Emma is both warm and informative about her role as councillor for Glencullen and we discuss how politics has shifted during covid. I had written an article for the gazette at Christmas and it was then that I experienced Emma's professionalism and skills as an editor. A super chat and one where we also unite over motherhood and "home schooling"!2021-03-1743 min
Aly Harte PodcastMy chat with Emma BlainEmma Blain on being a councillor, running in elections in Ireland, interviewing Kylie Minogue in her journalism days and being Editor of the Church of Ireland gazette. Emma is both warm and informative about her role as councillor for Glencullen and we discuss how politics has shifted during Covid. I had written an article for the gazette at Christmas and it was then that I experienced Emma's professionalism and skills as an editor. A super chat and one where we also unite over motherhood and "home schooling"!2021-03-1644 min
Aly Harte PodcastDan Ferguson- painterThis episode is one that I felt really empowered by as a practising artist and Dan will remind you, without even meaning to, to feel content with where you are whilst knowing you can continue forward in your creative venture, honing your craft. Dan is a Belfast painter who was born in London where he started out as a teacher. Moving to Belfast with his family a few years ago to complete a Masters in fine art in the same University where I completed my Masters in 2005.2021-03-0958 minAly Harte PodcastDanielle Wallace- Pharmacist by day, resin Artist by nightDanielle is another of my mentoring student with a story to tell. The science behind her craft is fascinating and Danielle applies her knowledge as a pharmacist and people person so seamlessly into her business. Enjoy listening to her story and her take on stepping out and staying out to grow creatively and online. 2021-03-0122 minAly Harte PodcastIbe Sesay- worked on car electrics, was a resident DJ and is now a full time radio presenter and family man.Ibe is someone who has a very familiar voice for me. From when I was at the 70s themed nights in a local nightclub where Ibe was the resident DJ to driving in our car dancing as a family to the tunes that Ibe plays on the radio. Ibe is a family man and his honesty is refreshing for fellow creatives to hear.2021-02-2238 minAly Harte PodcastLeigh Telford- intuitive and wellbeing coachLeigh is someone I have worked with in a professional capacity, for my own practice and well-being. We discuss this in the podcast and how Leigh can bring you on a spiritual like journey to improve how you view yourself and your life. Which in itself will help you in your creative journey. This interview is an eye opener to all things Universe related!2021-02-1542 minAly Harte PodcastYour permission to rest.Wow, lockdown is starting to wear us down. I know you feel this too so this is my own admission of fatigue and advice for what to do when you feel momentum is running low. It's ok to keep showing up amidst hard times and it's also totally fine to stop for a minute. 2021-02-1112 minAly Harte PodcastAmy Ashe Art - graphic recordings, paintings, youth workAmy was a mentoring student of mine and her creative business is thriving. This was a great catch up and an insight into how Amy uses graphic recordings to reach her audience but also her take on taking on fear- don't let it stop you!2021-02-0825 minAly Harte PodcastA finance major turned lifestyle blogger. Talking with Grace Atwood.Grace Atwood joins me from her apartment in New York city to share with us how she majored in finance, worked in a start up company and then stepped out on her own to become a full time blogger. From 90 hour weeks juggling both her demanding job and successful blog, to creating her own path with confidence and fervour, Grace worked hard and now enjoyed the fruits of her labour with links to large brands, her highly engaged audience and her impactful podcast 'Bad on paper'. 2021-02-0135 minAly Harte PodcastFrom social phobia to tv and radio presenting. Radio presenter Cate ConwayAnother moment in time when one of my guests opens up about their creative path. From selling soda streams on QVC to taking a step back after loss, Cate's story is a compelling one.2021-01-2558 minAly Harte PodcastSitting in fear, with Therapist Claire KellyClaire discusses her journey through wellbeing as a pilates instructor and therapist- as with all of my guests in a self employed role, the path to get to where they are now is rarely straight forward or planned. Claire's story is open about the hardships of running an mainly in person business through lockdown and how she as adapted so much so that she is thriving and serving her community .2021-01-1836 min
Aly Harte PodcastThe hindsight series- talking to my PA Sharon.This series is called 'The hindsight series' the sixth series of my podcast 'How to build a creative business in a noisy world'. I interview business folk, family members, friends about their feelings on 2020, the year of lockdown and coronavirus but more importantly how they deal with fear, what makes them tick and any nuggets they can share having used the power of hindsight.
Sharon delves into her past from School and her relationship with education as well as the workforce. How fear may be crippling but the world doesn't stop because we feel fear of something o...2021-01-1235 min
Aly Harte PodcastGet organised! The business tip I forgot to share last year !Organisation in your home, organisation in your business- often they come hand in hand. Aly explains why this is so and how this affects her business2021-01-1106 min
Aly Harte PodcastThe importance of mindset and tips to change from negative to positiveThis week before my virtual exhibition I had to work on my own mindset. From my dad died when I was 7 my mental attitude can change from positive and happy to sad and low very quickly. It's not something I am proud of but I know that we all struggle with mental strength so in this episode I share strategies to help you work on yours so that your creativity and business will thrive.2020-12-0612 min
Aly Harte PodcastCreativity in all forms, creativity in kids.This week we discuss why being creative is not just paint and paper. Thinking outside the box helps us to get to know ourselves better and in return helps us to work more effectively at our craft. 2020-11-2412 min
Aly Harte PodcastMy experience with CovidMore importantly I am back with a fire in my belly to share business advice and how I have grown my business significantly since March of this year. We discuss the importance of depth over breadth in business and how you can achieve that .2020-11-1412 min
Aly Harte PodcastMarketing tips from an artist and personal brandToday I share marketing tips that I have learned over the years. Enjoy and feel free to use as of today! 2020-06-2310 min
Aly Harte PodcastA change is as good as a restSometimes we think we are best to give up on a task but I think there is purpose in the old saying "a change is a good as a rest". Shift your workflow, shift your mindset, shift your gear to see and feel the benefits in your business.2020-06-1612 min
Aly Harte PodcastAdapt and ThriveAfter an interview and mini workshop with a group of adults with learning disabilities I am so happy and motivated that I have to share. The adaption of my business to cope during lockdown has benefitted me and I want you to do the same and to benefit. To thrive off what really matters to you. For me, working with learning disabilities is in my heart and soul and this line of contact and creativity founds it way back to me. 2020-06-0908 min
Aly Harte PodcastWhy black lives matter to me, an artist in Northern Ireland.The most awkward conversation I have had with you. Unlike other episodes where I, a professional artist, discuss how you can build your creative business in this noisy world, I want to break my embarrassing white privileged silence about racism. With eyes more open and a willingness to learn and to educate myself on how to become an ally for the black community . My words are not perfect but I am learning that this is better than silence.2020-06-0411 min
Aly Harte PodcastWhy workshops workToday we discuss the practicality of running a workshop, the ways it will push your career and expertise forward and why they are a good idea. I discuss what I learned from running workshops for young people who abused solvents, your people with learning disabilities, mainstream education and more.2020-05-2610 min
Aly Harte PodcastThe art of being your true selfYou cannot serve your audience and grow your business to its highest potential if you do not know, love and be your true self. This week we unravel what that looks like and I share how I am thankful that it has taken me so long to work through how I can be my best unapologetic self for me, my family and my business.2020-05-1915 minAly Harte PodcastTry before you buy...and sellA huge part of our business is the physical and online products / services we offer- so why do we sometimes throw them out to the audiences before we test? Today we chat about beta testing and the boost it can give your business.2020-05-1211 min
Aly Harte PodcastWhat's the worst that can happen, when we step into fear?Today I chat about imposter syndrome, ways to fight it and how no matter where you are in your career you still have to fight those demons. I believe you can do it!2020-05-0516 min
Aly Harte PodcastSelf care shifts during coronavirus. My virtual art night!Everyone of us has had to re think every aspect of life and work. Self care for me has simplified dramatically, and that is ok. Today I share with you ways to find self care and to let your workload simmer rather than over boil to the point where you feel exhausted and like you achieve nothing. Be careful who you listen to at this time and come join me virtually for art night next week Friday 8th May 7pm BST!! 2020-04-2819 min
Aly Harte PodcastHow to be sustainable in business during lockdownToday (along with my only woes about family chaos and no PA!) we discuss ways to keep our businesses more than ticking over during lockdown. You have worked hard to get here- now let's keep it going! We touch on marketing , connections, output, being innovative, word of mouth and how systems will keep you sane. 2020-04-2218 min
Aly Harte PodcastBusiness , Coronavirus and CreativityAn open message of reassurance for small business owners and creatives. Coronavirus is a game changer but we can have a role and add value and light. I include practical tips to help you at this uncertain time.2020-03-1622 min
Aly Harte PodcastGuest speech at my High School prize dayFor any new subscribers and for those of you who have listened for a while, this episode is an insight into my life and my love of art. The journey so far. I shared this when I was asked to be guest speaker at my High School that I attended from 11-16 years old.2020-02-0510 min
Aly Harte PodcastBusiness tip number 5- You can't serve everybodyI share why it is so vital that you become clear on who your audience and how you cannot serve everybody, it will not help your business. I also the knock on effect of bullying for me.2020-02-0404 min
Aly Harte PodcastBusiness tip #3 Surround yourself with better!Aly expresses her hope that all of us will get involved with peers who are a few steps ahead and who can inspire / mentor us in our businesses. Both from a creative perspective and a business design.2020-01-2005 min
Aly Harte PodcastBusiness tip 2 ( believe the data)We live in an age where digital is key and more importantly it is FREE! Aly discusses why we should be influenced by our data and results as well as our customers buying patterns. 2020-01-1306 min
Aly Harte PodcastJanuary blues and why you should use pen and paperAly opens up about January blues and starts with a new series of business tips- Thirteen things I have learned in my 1o years of business.2020-01-0809 min
Listen! With Frank Mitchell4639: LISTEN¦ NI Chest Heart and Stroke has assembled local 'heart heroes' to help fight heart disease. Peter spoke to Patrick Anderson from NICHS and artist Aly HarteNI Chest Heart and Stroke has assembled local 'heart heroes' to help fight heart disease. Peter spoke to Patrick Anderson from NICHS and artist Aly Harte Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-12-1007 min
Aly Harte PodcastThat time I failed at a ted talk about failureThe irony of this podcast episode is not lost on me2019-11-2006 minAly Harte PodcastAly talks to Architect Aisling Rusk of Studio IdirMemories of art class, the joy of women supporting women in the professional creative sector and how to go about planning your home or extension working with an architect.2019-10-1433 minAly Harte PodcastAly talks to make up artist Samantha KingAn honest and beautiful understanding of beauty and how it is really not just skin deep. Samantha shares her journey to self employment and the challenges of being an academic in a creative space.2019-10-0836 minAly Harte PodcastAly speaks to painter Rachel McBrideAly and Rachel discuss life as an abstract artist living with cerebral palsy , how to title our creative pieces and why social media can be its own worst enemy.2019-10-0152 min
Aly Harte PodcastAly talks to interior designer Susan Gillespie of Orr and GillespieAly and Susan discuss the influence of art college, how your home is a reflection of you and the ways that interiors can be more than just a pretty face.2019-09-2350 min
Aly Harte PodcastAly talks to illustrator Danielle of FlaxfoxHow you can see a gap in the market and accelerate your talent in this space. Danielle and Aly discuss how to make wholesale work for your business, the challenges of motherhood and the joy of travel2019-09-1647 min
Aly Harte PodcastAly talks to ceramicist Rebecca Killen.Discussions around why applying for awards can help your business, how to make porcelain bottles and the importance of your positive mindset. Rebecca also shares her love for workshops and colour.2019-09-0951 min
Aly Harte Podcast17: Aly talks to photographer David CavanAly discusses Good will hunting, stepping away from the fear of what others think and why dyslexia doesn't have to hold you back in your business.2019-09-021h 06
Aly Harte Podcast14: How to win friends and influence people. Marketing SOSAly is honest about why you need to know how to communicate, to be consistent, to be the expert and to solve problems in the marketing of your business2019-08-2607 min
Aly Harte Podcast12: 3 tips for today + a special announcementToday Aly finally releases details about her up and coming series of interviews with fellow creatives. She also gives you three quick tips for surviving the day and/or week ahead. A motivating chat!2019-08-1907 min
Aly Harte Podcast11: The importance of self acceptance in your careerAly is her most open to date where she shares stories about her childhood, the experience and effects of bullying... yet how to turn that around and to experience life to the full knowing and loving yourself from your brain to your bones. Listen to her words and then get excited for how your business can grow from this change in how you view yourself.2019-06-2527 min
Aly Harte Podcast10: I'm back! Business and life in 2019Aly checks in with you and shares where the business is, how it has grown and where it has grown in the last year. Also encourages you and shares some wisdom on keeping on trucking when life and business collide.2019-06-1712 minAly Harte Podcast9: Why applying for awards and improving your practice is essentialAly has a deep love for people knowing their self worth and you, creative soul, need to keep learning and growing in order to thrive and to know yourself and your business better.
In this episode we unveil why it is important to always keep learning and improving your craft. Also Aly shares the reasons why putting yourself forward for awards will change and help you.2018-09-2114 min
Best Of Belfast: Northern Ireland's #1 Interview Podcast#19 Aly Harte - Artist, Painter, Podcaster + EducatorAly Harte is a local artist most well-known for her bright, colourful oil-based paintings. But Aly also dedicates her time writing about important issues like grief, producing a podcast about how to build a thriving small business all while using her social media to document/coach people along the way on her own incredible journey. In this episode, we slow things down a bit and get chatting about how to manage the busyness of life, how career changes can happen to anyone and how to balance creating art while showcasing it o...2018-09-011h 00
Aly Harte Podcast8: Social media- how to make it work for you and your emotionsSocial media- one of the most controversial yet impressive marketing tools for any small business.
Aly unravels how we can set ourselves practically and emotionally to get the best from social media today and to see our businesses grow, fast.2018-08-1510 min
Aly Harte Podcast7: Tips for rapid growth in your businessIt can be difficult to see the growth in your business, especially if we do not have a plan or take time to invest in certain areas.
Aly shares three ways that she has seen rapid growth in her own business and guides you so that you can implement them in your plan of action.2018-07-1916 min
Aly Harte Podcast6: Mini episode. Five ways to start your day.Aly gives her top five tips for starting the day. Ensure productivity, self belief and gratitude in your creative buisness and thrive!2018-06-2609 min
Aly Harte Podcast5: Dealing with criticismAly faces criticism from followers and peers head on and discusses ways in which we can learn from criticism in order to help us grow in our business.
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Aly Harte Podcast4: Structuring your business, your marketing and your dreamsIn this episode we unravel the benefits of structuring your business. From structuring your time to your marketing to your dreams. Aly touches on it all.2018-04-1314 min
Aly Harte Podcast3: The importance of communities and networkingAly shares her reasons why networking should be a priority in your creative business and some ways you can network and build communities using various platforms. She also tells how your business will benefit.2018-03-1609 min
Aly Harte Podcast2: Money mattersMoney! Aly addresses the big issues around making money as a creative. The hardships we face when pricing our work and time. Aly shares ideas on fixing the mental block creatives can have around money. Opening and closing music by New Portals.2018-02-1611 min
Aly Harte Podcast1: An introduction to the podcast and my story.Aly shares with you her idea for this vibrant and exciting podcast aimed to help creatives in their business.
This podcast unveils the beginning of Aly's story. Her "why" and the downfalls which have made her stronger in her business.2018-01-1610 min