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Your Life Your Story - RISE UPYou're Not Alone: Why Women Crave Real Connection with Amber ZaricorIn this episode, Jill sits down with Amber Zaricor to discuss burnout, self-care, and the power of authentic connection among women. Amber shares the inspiration behind the Fill Your Cup Conference and the importance of mindset shifts, pausing, and community support. Together, they explore how vulnerability and shared experiences create space for healing, growth, and deeper relationships.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, burned out, or just craving meaningful connection—you’re not alone, and this episode is for you.🎁 Free Gift - Get Clear on What Really Matters to You...
2025-04-2344 min
The Jessica Papineau Show: Living Aligned, Styled With PurposeSmall Business, Big Heart with Amber ZaricorIn this inspiring episode, Jessica Papineau sits down with Amber Zaracor, one of Tennessee’s top 10 designers and founder of Copperheart Creative. Amber shares her journey from agency work to launching her branding agency, emphasizing the importance of personal branding and authentic visual storytelling. They dive into the nuances of creating brand materials that reflect the heart and soul of the entrepreneur behind the business. Amber explains how understanding the “special ingredient” in each client allows her to craft powerful, cohesive brands that elevate their professional image.
You’ll learn:
How to create branded materials that authenti...
2025-03-2941 min
A Good Pour: Conversations About Good WorkEssential Insights from Amber Zaricor on Creativity and Connection#GoodCircleMarketing #AGoodPour #GallatinMarketing ======In this episode of A Good Pour, host Kathryn Good dives into a heartfelt conversation with Amber Zaricor, founder of CopperHeart Creative and the Fill Your Cup Conference. Amber shares her journey of starting her branding agency, the challenges of burnout, and how she transformed her personal struggles into a mission to empower women through storytelling and community-building. Discover actionable branding tips, the power of authenticity in business, and how intentionality can create meaningful impact. Whether you're an entrepreneur or someone seeking inspiration, this episode will leave your cup overflowing with...
2025-01-1433 min
Turn It Up!Fostering Friendships & Creating Community with Amber ZaricorSend us a textAmber Zaricor is leading the way in creating inclusive spaces for women through her branding agency, Copperheart Creative, her weekly wine nights, her podcast "Small Business Big Heart," and the uplifting Fill Your Cup conferences. In this episode she gets REAL about going through seasons of life especially as a new mom and the need for creating adult female friendships and community that supports you.Navigating the maze of adult friendships can be complex, but Amber simplifies it for us. She sheds light on setting realistic expectations from friendships and understanding...
2023-10-1946 min
Doing Heart ThingsAmber Zaricor: Purposely Filling Your CupJoin us for an empowering conversation with Amber Zaricor, owner of Copperheart Creative and inspirational founder of the Fill Your Cup Conference – a 1-day conference for career-driven women, making space for their dreams, helping rediscover their worth, and inspiring a positive overflow in both their personal and professional lives.
In this episode, we delve into the pressing issue of burnout through Amber's personal story and what she ultimately learned through cultivating community, vulnerability, and asking for help.
Explore the significance of full-circle moments in Amber's journey and how they serve as pivotal points for personal an...
2023-08-1046 min
Unlocked"Big Plans, Open Hands" and living life with your whole heart with Amber ZaricorHave you ever looked at your big plans with absolutely NO idea how you will accomplish them or even start to move them forward? Facing that unknown with complete trust and heart can feel like an impossibility at times. But after listening to today's guest, you will have a whole new relationship with those moments and your big plans.Amber Zaricor, our guest for today's podcast, lives with the motto "Big Plans, Open Hands." She shares how she's faced many moments of adversity in her lifestyle design journey. But by leaning into her heart and her...
2022-12-091h 00
Speak Like It Matters Podcast025. How to Create Sabbatical Moments and Routines, On Purpose with Amber ZaricorSend me a text!Social media got you feeling burned out? Is your schedule overwhelming you into feeling paralyzed? Are you feeling less and less focused in spite of your best efforts? Then this week's episode is for you!I'm so happy to bring this very need conversation I had with my friend, Founder and Creative Director of Copperheart Creative.In this episode we chatted about:Why it's important to take intentional breaks from our screens, technology and yes, even social mediaThe lessons Amber learned from her own journey away...
2022-09-2737 min
Live Creatively with Megan SjutsThe Darkside of the Girlboss Culture with Amber ZaricorGirlboss. Love it or hate it, it's a term we've all come to know as female creatives and entrepreneurs. In this episode of Live Creatively, I'm talking with with Amber Zaricor about some of the dangers of the #girlboss culture that has flooded feeds and taken over the entrepreneurial world in the last several years. Yep….we’re going there. We reflected on our own experiences with the toxic girlboss culture and the impact we’ve seen it have on other creatives too. Amber is the owner of Cooperheart Creative, host of the Small Business Big Heart podcast...
2022-04-2547 min
Christian Business Camp- With Avery Forrest, a business podcast for the christian female entrepreneuEpisode 67 | Can you really leave Instagram and survive?Can you leave instagram and survive? You might be surprised that you can and actually thrive! WOW this conversation with Amber who walked away from instagram and lived to tell her story! You have to listen to this episode. Social media has gotten out of hand. So many of us have found our worth and value in social media. Social media can be a powerful tool and resource if we use it right...but if we do not it can easily turn toxic. You are going to love today's episode. Fill Your Cup Conference
2022-04-1300 min
being BALANCED podcastRecover from burnout and fill your cup with Amber ZaricorAs an Enneagram 2w3, Amber believes in building deep relationships, living intentionally, and doing everything with her whole heart. “Heart” is an ongoing theme throughout Amber’s life—something she weaves into every interaction and life decision. Listed amongst The Top 10 Designers in Tennessee, Amber leads a team of creative entrepreneurs in building brands through powerful storytelling at her Nashville-based branding agency, Copperheart Creative. Her podcast, Small Business Big Heart, shares the raw stories of real business owners by digging deep into the heart behind their brand, with the purpose of inspiring and uplifting her listeners on their own entrepren...
2022-04-1241 min
The Ladies Who LeadAvoid Burnout and Fill Your Cup with Amber ZaricorAn honest conversation with Amber Zaricor about recognizing burnout and how to fill your cup. We dive into hard lessons learned and how to effectively lead from a full cup.Bio: Amber believes in building deep relationships, living intentionally, and doing everything with her whole heart. “Heart” is an ongoing theme for Amber, and something she weaves into every interaction and life decision. Listed amongst The Top 10 Designers in Tennessee, Amber’s heart comes through in the naming of her Nashville-based branding agency Copperheart Creative, where she leads a team of creative-preneurs in building brands through powerful storytel...
2021-11-1152 min
SHE The PodcastGLOBAL | Branding and Social Media with Amber ZaricorAmber believes in building deep relationships, living intentionally, and doing everything with her whole heart.Listed amongst The Top 10 Designers in Tennessee, Amber’s heart comes through in the naming of her Nashville-based branding agency Copperheart Creative, where she leads a team of creative-preneurs in building brands through powerful storytelling.Additionally, Amber is the co-founder of the Fill Your Cup Conference -- a one-day event for career-women to rest, connect, and rediscover their passion.Through her podcast, Small Business Big Heart, Amber shares the raw stories of real business owners.In th...
2021-08-1353 min
Life Skills That Matter PodcastHow To Create A Heart-Centered Business With Amber Zaricor (389)Amber Zaricor, founder of Cooperheart Creative, a graphic design agency, wants to inspire you to create a heart-centered business by leading with your heart!
Lot of great lessons in our conversations including:
+ How Taylor defines what it means to be “heart-centered”.
+ Why knowing yourself is the most important first step toward starting your business.
+ Why the intangible aspects of your brand dictate the visual aspects.
+ How to get better at saying, “No,” so you attract customers who energize you.
Ready to work for yourself? Learn the first 5 actions at lifeskillsthatmatter.com/getstar...
2021-08-0344 min
Small Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor019. It's Time To Tell Your Story with Amber ZaricorWelcome to our final episode of the first season of Small Business Big Heart! I seriously cannot believe we made it here, and just want to say THANK YOU, thank you, thank you for listening and helping me honor these incredible stories.
Today’s episode was so much fun to record, and I’m excited for you to meet the woman that really made this entire podcast possible. Elizabeth Evans is a renowned producer here in Nashville, and she’s helped podcasters like Jordan Lee Dooley, Living with Landyn (and yours truly!) get their shows off the ground...
2021-07-0240 min
Small Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor018. The Power of Listening with Joe & Michelle McClurgWe’re about to wrap up our very first season, and I am just so thankful for you and your support! As business owners, taking big risks is just par for the course in our day-to-day. We’re dreamers, and it’s so important to celebrate the wins and losses along the way. That’s what this podcast has been all about from the start, and it’s been so encouraging to hear your feedback and know that this big scary dream is impacting your heart just as much as it is mine.
Speaking of risk-taking and big scary...
2021-06-2552 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor017. Your Story Is Your Superpower with Kirbee MillerMy goal when starting this podcast was to highlight the incredible stories of business owners I know and love. Our stories are what connect us. They give us hope and ignite passion. They remind us to dream, to try, to honor every part of our journey. Stories are what keep a lot of us going, and I know for me personally, each interview from our first season has done just that.
But I couldn’t let the season end without honoring one of the greatest storytellers in my life, Kirbee Miller, owner and Chief Culinary Experience Coordinator at...
2021-06-1859 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor016. Adapting Your Way To Success with Julie BeckerI feel like one of the hardest lessons to learn as an entrepreneur is the art of adapting. When we fail in a big way or misstep as a business owner, the temptation is to give up, let it go, and move on. It’s easy to think those big scary dreams just aren’t worth the change that has to happen in order to achieve them. It feels like a lot of work, and in some cases, totally hopeless. Instead of adapting little by little and staying flexible, we get rigid or overwhelmed. When all we really need is t...
2021-06-1151 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor015. Overcoming the Unexpected with Teresa WhiteIt’s a new month and something about that little transition always makes me feel refreshed and ready to go! But with summer starting up, I know I’ve had a tendency in the past to lay off the gas pedal and just enjoy the season. While it’s great to be intentional with rest, I don’t want to lose too much momentum this year and that’s how I know I need some accountability to keep me in check.
My guest this week has been a huge voice in my life when it comes to business a...
2021-06-0455 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor014. Leaving Your Legacy with Martha BrannonAlmost every guest I’ve had on this season so far has an incredible story that confirms just how important it is to surround yourself with people who inspire you to follow through on those big scary dreams! Community is really what launches our calling!
And today I get to share the person who continually inspires me to pursue my passions, fill my cup, and bless others along the way. She’s an entrepreneur herself and is such a beautiful example of leaving a strong legacy behind with your business. That’s right, today I’d like to intro...
2021-05-281h 03Small Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor013. Celebrating the Working Mom with Cara GrahamWe celebrated Mother’s Day this month, and as I scrolled through all the posts and read all the sweet words celebrating motherhood, it really got me thinking. I’ve always been in awe of the moms in my life who balance family and work. When I think about my personal workload and task list compared to all the working mom has to accomplish in 24 hours, I just want to send them all cookies and wine! So to honor the moms juggling the professional and personal (and seeing as I don’t have children of my own yet) I wanted...
2021-05-2148 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor012. Better Today Than Yesterday with Tyler DickerhoofBusiness ownership can feel so rocky at times, and I know for me personally, some days end in a ball of exhaustion and tears. I’m sure you can relate. This week’s guest has had his share of trials, and the wisdom and heart that’s grown out of those dark moments are what makes this interview (and this friend) so special. If you’re in a season of doubt or frustration, if you just some space to breathe or some hope and encouragement — this episode is for YOU.
Today I’m chatting with Tyler Dickerhoof, a highly acc...
2021-05-1454 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor011. The Impact of Vulnerability in Business with Alyssa McNallyI don’t know about you, but when it comes to my personal business, it can feel so scary to get real and raw. That’s honestly one of the reasons I started the Small Business Big Heart podcast. I knew the stories would tug at some areas of growth and give me the courage to share my own ups and downs along the way. As business owners, it’s so important to have those moments of authenticity with our team or business besties, because that’s where REAL connection thrives, right?
Well, today’s guest is just anoth...
2021-05-0746 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor010. Succeeding Through the Seasons with Kellie FitzpatrickMy guest today is an expert on the seasonal changes throughout business ownership, and I’ve been lucky enough to have a front-row seat to many of them over the years. Kellie Fitzpatrick is the founder and creative director of Lenny & Eva, a beautiful jewelry line that’s recognized globally for its unique and meaningful designs.
Once Kellie settled into the steady success of Lenny & Eva’s family of brands, she decided to jump into the next season with even MORE faith and begin renovation on a 100-year-old warehouse in her hometown. She and her husband opened The Mo...
2021-04-3052 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor009. Failing Forward with Keith GoberI’m so excited to introduce you to Keith Gober, owner and co-creator of Mangled Mascots, a pet toy company for passionate sports fans with a heart to include their four-legged friends in all the game-day excitement!
Keith’s story is packed with ups and downs, and finding the courage to fall hard, fail forward, and get back up again. From losing his business to the 2008 crash to rebuilding his life one brick at a time and rediscovering his passion — his journey inspired my heart so much throughout this interview.
In today’s episode, Keith shares h...
2021-04-2352 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor008. Bloom Where You’re Planted with Suzanne WhiteThis week’s Small Business Big Heart interview was (not surprisingly) exactly what I needed! I am thrilled to introduce you to my friend and client, Suzanne White! Suzanne is the owner of White Chateau, an incredible wedding venue on her family-owned farm in Owensboro, Kentucky. Today we chat about how she went from being a math teacher to a full-fledged entrepreneur in just a few short years. Suzanne shares the heart behind her beautiful venue and how sometimes the next big idea is hidden within the relationships surrounding you.
We talk about how showing up for pe...
2021-04-1646 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor007. Finding Your Confidence with Shay HaddowDo you remember that one teacher or coach growing up that just absolutely shaped your life in a positive way? The one that poured into you, made you feel safe and seen, and built your confidence? Well, get ready because my guest this week is going to give you an even deeper appreciation for those voices in your life.
I am so excited to introduce you to my friend, Shay Haddow! Shay is the founder of Alpha Girl Soccer Academy, host of the Alpha Girl Soccer Podcast, and Author of the best-selling book “She the Confident". When I...
2021-04-0954 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor006. Keep What You Love, Delegate the Rest with Ben SweatAs business owners, it's so easy to chase after the next great idea or settle into a strategy that doesn't really represent what we're passionate about. Getting caught up in trends or making business decisions based on what's fresh or new can feel right at the time — but when we're not building from the heart, we burn out from a lack of passion or boundaries.
Today's guest has mastered the balance of pursuing great ideas while prioritizing his "why." Serial entrepreneur, Ben Sweat, is the owner of multiple small businesses, a few of which we've had the jo...
2021-04-0249 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor005. Why Starting Small Produces Big Success with Alena VaughnIf you're a new business owner or are in the processing of dreaming and scheming that business idea, you know how easy it is to fall into shiny object syndrome. Whether it's the top-rated podcast mic (ehem, guilty), the overly expensive build-out, or the wide range vs. one quality product -- we've all been seduced by building BIG instead of starting small.
Today's guest, Alena Vaughn, is such a great example of finding contentment in the slow roll and growing your business wisely. As a professional pastry chef, Alena spent years paying her dues. From working at...
2021-03-261h 00Small Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor004. Letting Passion Lead with Dana MaizeToday I'm chatting with the kindest and most talented woman I have the honor of knowing (and branding!). That's right, I'm talking about my friend and expert floral designer - Dana Maize! Dana is the owner of Nashville's One Wild Flower Designs, and she specializes in creating wedding and event florals that will blow your mind! In fact, I am such a fan of her work that I brought her on to design all the florals for my wedding last year, and boy did she deliver!
In this episode, Dana shares her start-up story and how sometimes...
2021-03-1959 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor003. Connecting to Your Calling with Laura LeeHow do we know we're operating within our true calling and where do we find the courage to step into that calling? How do we rediscover the WHY behind our purpose? And what do we do to make sure our hearts are thriving just as much as our business? There is only one person I know who can truly honor these questions, and I am overjoyed to introduce you to my friend, Laura Lee! Laura is a certified master-level transformational life coach who leads through her writing, speaking, group programs, and retreats for women. Her greatest joy and purpose...
2021-03-1250 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor002. The Power of Community In Your Business with Kathy ThomasHow does community really affect our business success? And where do we find it? Enter, Kathy Thomas! Kathy is the owner and founder of Collective615, a women's only co-working space right here in Nashville. Her heart for female business owners and providing a space that encourages collaboration over competition is so inspiring. Plus, her photography business is internationally published, and she's traveled around the world building relationships, making her a connection expert. Seriously, check out her website attached below, her photos will blow your mind!
Today Kathy and I are digging deep into the importance of finding...
2021-03-1244 minSmall Business Big Heart with Amber Zaricor001. The Courage to Build It with Kelly PorterKelly is the founder and owner of Barre Roots, a truly unique fitness studio here in Nashville. Kelly's approach to barre is really special, as you'll hear throughout this interview. She holds multiple certifications, hosting a range of classes from spaces like her backyard to our local brewery. I can say from experience that her barre class is like having a party with your best friends. It's always accessible, always encouraging, and you leave with a lot of sweat and a little more love for yourself.
Today Kelly and I are talking through her start-up story, and...
2021-03-1250 min
Small Business Big Heart with Amber ZaricorIntroducing: Small Business Big HeartSmall Business Big Heart is a collection of raw stories—from real people—running successful businesses with heart to encourage and inspire you along YOUR journey. In the midst of organized chaos that comes with running a business, we're here to remind you that good things DO happen to good people. We will focus on the heart behind the business (aka the business owners) by sharing their story, passion, and why they started in the first place).
2020-12-0802 min
Powered By HerAmber ZaricorBeing around other entrepreneurs is inspiring. Amber Zaricor was working for a branding company when she met Kellie Fitzpatrick from Lenny & Eva (check out previous episode) who told HER story of starting a women's jewelry brand. Amber was so inspired that shortly after that meeting, decide quit her job in the middle of a meeting with no plan in sight. Find out how Amber started Copperheart Creative and hear how it is more than just a brand company on this week's Powered By Her.
2020-05-0942 min