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The Creativ & Kin PodcastPOWER POD ~ Surviving Silly Season đAka "The One where she Sings".So weâre heading into it: whether we like it or not. Itâs called âSilly Seasonâ for a reason⌠We think of people running around like headless chickens, trying to get everything done before the holiday season is in full swing and it feels like thereâs not nearly enough hours in every day. And if youâre running a small business - you might feel the weight of the increasing load of orders and customers breathing down your neck to meet their deadlines.Now with any increased demand on your time, itâs alw...2020-12-0407 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastBold Girls with Lauren JacobsIn this episode, Lauren and I chat about the launch of her beautiful new book: "Bold Bible Girls". We discuss the calling that led her to write on this particular topic, as well as what it means to raise bold and brave young women in order to change the narrative about girls and their position in society.Lauren has such a passion for women's rights and her gift of writing was nurtured from a young age. She has stepped boldly into her purpose and it is always such a delight chatting to her about the topics near to her...2020-11-2724 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastThe Story behind the 2021 Planner ~ with Jess & BarbaraWhoa, this is one special episode right here!!Just before the launch of our 2021 #creativandkinplanner, Jess and I sat down to discuss the journey that led us from the very start, all the way through to a finished product. But hereâs the twist: she was interviewing me and so for the first time, I was in the hot seat!In this 37th Episode we take you through the ups and downs of the creative process. We touch on the beauty of a good partnership, what it takes to collaborate on a big creative project and how we ha...2020-10-2030 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastCollabs on Fire(crackers!) - with Shante HuttonHold onto your knickers ~ Shante is in the house!!!But seriously, what an amazing interview with one of the interweb's snackiest little firecrackers! Join us in this 36th episode as we chat all things collaboration...We talk you through the ins & outs of gifts, trade exchanges, paid partnerships and sponsorships.I also get up close and personal with Shante about her journey into photography, entrepreneurship and her online presence. And of course we ride the wave of #womensupportingwomen and #collaborationovercompetition all the way out to the shore in order to dig deep into these amazing, but...2020-10-1300 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastPOWER POD: Let's Collaborate!Todayâs episode is on a topic I absolutely love! Collaboration!! If youâve listened to a few episodes on here, youâll know by now that my heart beats for community - in the sense of women working together and supporting each other. I am an encourager at heart and just a general dream-believer and supporter. So when someone says âcollaborationâ, I am there!So letâs quickly unpack what a âcollabâ is and then Iâll share a bit about what it has meant for me this yearâŚA collaboration is a working practice whereby individuals work together to a c...2020-10-0600 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastCopying & Confidence with KhanyaCopying and Imposter Syndrome - wow, two VERY touchy subjectsâŚ!!In our 34th Episode I chat to Khanya Ngumbela about navigating her online community through the often difficult topics of copying and confidence. We dive into her approach and how she landed her first brand deal at just 800 followers.She shares what she sees the women in her circle struggle with most often and how she structures her topics of teaching accordingly. This woman is a force to be reckoned with and such a natural when it comes to teaching and guiding others!Tell us what stood ou...2020-09-2926 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastPOWER POD: Copying and Creativity...Ok, so todayâs one is a touchy subject. Copycats.You feel hurt.You feel like stopping.You feel like: whatâs the point if people are just going to copy me.But hold on there girl, back up a few steps.What Iâm going to say might not be exactly what you want to hear right now, but just hear me out for a second.People can feed off of your current work, but they can never anticipate where youâre going next. As long as you keep on innovating, bringing new spice and flavour into your bra...2020-09-2206 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastIntentional Biz with Therese McGillIn this episode, Therese and I chat about beautiful beginnings, how to build a business with pure intention and that feeling of âhomecomingâ when you finally find the perfect name for your business or brand.We also explore the idea that beautiful packaging can very much respect and nurture the relationship between a customer and a small business.Share with us what stood out to you in this episode and please tag us @missmillysa and @creativ.and.kin, or leave us a stellar review so others can continue to find inspiration here!Find us at the following link...2020-09-1425 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastThe Real Truth about an Intentional Creative Business JourneyHi everyone, and welcome to another power pod. That just means that this is a super short & punchy episode, and that itâs jam-packed with value and tips. And basically you can listen to this one on the go or even simply to get your creativity started for the day. Chances are good that if youâre listening to this, you are a creative soul. And you either have the dream of starting a really mindful & intentional business or have already begun that journey.In this episode, I explore what it means to be intentional about your crea...2020-09-0805 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastAlways Authentic - interview with Lindall AtkinsHi everyone, so the buzzword is still: Authenticity and today I am chatting with the wildly popular and much-loved local creative and DIY-queen, Lindall Atkins, as we discuss what authenticity means for a small startup in the digital and social era, in terms of online presence and stepping out of our comfort zones.We touch on the idea of sharing relatable content for your brand, showing up regularly and in an authentic way and what that really means on a day to day basis.Share with us what stood out to you in this episode and please tag...2020-09-0123 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastPOWER POD: AuthenticityHi everyone! Iâm back with another Power Pod - a term coined by my friend and mentor, Tam Braun. Thank you Tam, I love it!! So today, weâre discussing authenticity and how that translates into creativity and entrepreneurship.I always love seeing what google thinks about these big, and sometimes vague terms we often use so loosely:Being authentic means coming from a real place within. It is when our actions and words are in line with our beliefs and values. It is being ourselves, not an imitation of what we think we should b...2020-08-2507 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastMindful Mentorship - interview with Tam BraunWeâre picking up where we left off last week on Mentorship. And who better to explore this topic with, than the person whoâs been mentoring, guiding and supporting me for the past few months. Itâs Tam Braun of the boutique branding, styling and design studio called Tapestry and who also runs a mentoring programme called The Business Besties. Weâll take you through what the mentoring process looks like for us as creative entrepreneurs and how you can gain the most value from it.Tam shares how her love for branding and design evolved into a passion...2020-08-1821 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastMentorship: What is it and When is it...Help! I feel so alone and I need guidance!!!So entrepreneurship can be a really lonely road, but it doesnât have to be. Donât get me wrong; you might get loads of support from your your family and friends, but thereâs gonna be lots of times where you feel like they have no idea or understanding of what youâre doing. They might not be speaking your language, or they might not be as interested in your work as you feel they should be. Thatâs ok. Itâs normal. It might be time for you to reach out...2020-08-1106 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastVeldskoen: the "Sole" of Mzanzi - interview with CEO Nick DreyerThis episode is a ground-breaking one: we are welcoming our first male guest onto the show and I had to make sure it would be worth your time!! Today we welcome Nick Dreyer, co-founder and CEO of Veldskoen shoes, the iconic South African product that literally took the world by storm. Together, they have put âvelliesâ on the feet of Ashton Kutcher and Prince Harry, and this promises to be a truly motivating and highly informative episode, so grab your pen and paper!Please share with us what stood out to you in this episode and please tag us @veld...2020-07-2837 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastCake Dreams - interview with Nikki of Sweet LionheartOk so today we are making all your sweet cake dreams come true to bring you the story behind Sweet Lion Heart. Iâm chatting to Nikki Albertyn, the owner of this well-known and ultra popular online bake shop, to find out what led her to creating what can only be described as works of art.We cover her path into baking, starting her business, what the growth of Lionheart looked like and the process of hiring entailed for them. What an amazing story to be inspired by - we are capable of steady growth and building sustainable businesses!!2020-07-2231 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast5 Ways to write Brilliant Copy for your Brand or BusinessLet's take a look at the reasons why you might be struggling to write good copy or content for your business. We'll explore a few ways to overcome this in a really powerful way and also take a good look at different types or styles of writing and when to use them.Creative writing is woven into your brand or business from the initial idea all the way through to the lasting impression as experienced by the customer. This is why storytelling is so important and doing it well should be one of the things you work on continuously.2020-07-1508 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastMotherhood as Motivation - interview with Nondumiso GogelaIn this episode, we chat about being brave, just getting started and taking those first steps in order to keep yourself accountable. One of the strongest push-factors for many of us is motherhood and we discuss this a fair bit as well.The intertwining of creativity and business for most creatives is a tough one - Ndumi shares how she used lessons from her past as well as lots of research and adjustments to guide her in the setup of her brand and business.We also discuss diversity and representation in childrenâs toys in South Africa: how fa...2020-07-0824 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastFloral Poetry - interview with Jen Lagedrost CavenderJen is an inspiring soul who combines poetry and floral design to make art that inspires and empowers others. In this episode, we discuss her journey into floral artistry and her experiences growing up on a farm and growing her own flowers as a child.We chat about finding your purpose, stepping into it and then possibly making a living out of it. Jen gives advice to artists and makers in better translating emotions into words for their audience or creative community, as well as creating a context for their work or products. We then further discuss âpivotingâ your bran...2020-07-0138 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast10 Ways to Push through the Tough timesIn this episode weâll be tackling: 10 Ways to Push through and Stay focused when times are tough (in your business or your creativity)1 - Take it one day at a time. Every day has new opportunities and could bring a brand new perspective. You know me - I try and look at the step in front of me in stead of looking at the whole stair case. I often have to remind myself of that quote - if I get overwhelmed with the big picture, I just ask myself: whatâs next? So, whatâs next??2 - Make a...2020-06-2406 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast"Pumpkin finds her Queen" - interview with Bianca FlandersIn this episode, we chat a bit about the journey that brought Bianca to writing a childrenâs book - a book that is very significant in exploring identity, self-worth and diversity.We talk through what the process of publishing looked like, the need for more local childrenâs literature and the message she wants to spread with this beautiful book. Listen to the end for a reading from both the English and Afrikaans copy, specially by Bianca!Please let us know what inspired you most in this episode! Share it and tag us @bianca.flanders, @pumkinfindsherqueen13 and @crea...2020-06-1726 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastLetting Life shape your Art - an interview with Sophie SmithIn this episode, Sophie and I chat about her journey into lifestyle photography and how motherhood has weaved itself into her craft and creative expression.We touch on her style of photography, her love of storytelling and her approach to parenting. She has such a natural and honest take on life and I'm sure you'll get a few new ideas or tips for how to navigate some of these topics.Sophie is launching her new manual photography course in the next 2 weeks and it promises to be so valuable and super practical, so be sure to keep an...2020-05-2038 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastFloral Queen - interview with Heike Hayward of Fleur le CordeurIn this long-awaited episode, we get the full scoop on where and how it all started: Heikeâs intense love of flowers, her unending creativity and her unstoppable capacity for dreaming big. Sheâs a soon-to-be mom of 5 who grew up on a farm in the Karoo and always dreamt of having a big family and being able to work from home.We discuss the responsibility that comes with the use of social media, the importance of mentorship and passing on knowledge and the concept of balancing extreme hard work with wholesome family life.We hope you enjoy this...2020-04-2145 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast"Mentor Me" - interview with Elsa Sharp of Blooming ButterThis episode is meant to encourage and support all of you who are continuing to grow your community, brand or business during what can only be described as an utterly strange and tough time. May you use the ebb & flow of work/inspiration and rest to your advantage during lockdown!In this episode, I start off by discussing the "5 Questions you need to ask yourself" when wanting to grow an engaged and supportive community. I really believe that the way forward, is to grow your brand in an outward-focused way.We then dive into a really insightful...2020-04-0534 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastDie Naguilklub Part 3 - interview with Juanli Theron & Lente SwiftIn this very real and raw episode; Juanli, Lente and I chat about the birth and growth of âDie Naguilklubâ (âThe NIght Owl Clubâ)- an inspiration hub for parents in all seasons and phases of their parenting journey. These girls really are a hoot (pun intended), so come along for the ride!!We delve deep into the trust, vulnerability and honesty needed to form such an amazing partnership - including the similarities and differences between them that make this such a magical team.We go on to explore the personal growth theyâve experienced on this journey; from writi...2020-03-2127 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastDie Naguilklub Part 2 - interview with Juanli Theron & Lente SwiftIn this very real and raw episode; Juanli, Lente and I chat about the birth and growth of âDie Naguilklubâ (âThe NIght Owl Clubâ)- an inspiration hub for parents in all seasons and phases of their parenting journey. These girls really are a hoot (pun intended), so come along for the ride!!We delve deep into the trust, vulnerability and honesty needed to form such an amazing partnership - including the similarities and differences between them that make this such a magical team.We go on to explore the personal growth theyâve experienced on this journey; from writi...2020-03-2128 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast"Building a Community" Part 1 with Die Naguilklub - interview with Suzanne SmitIn this episode, Suzanne and I chat about the original post and story behind âDie Naguilklubâ - an inspiration hub for parents in all seasons and phases of their parenting journey. This was a late night chat in true Naguilklub-style and you can hear the crickets and owls in the background!To start with, we focus on being intentional about branding and launching, all whilst creating and building an engaged and authentic community.We further explore what it means to create a safe space for parents to share their experiences with transparency, how the Naguilklub has shaped its lead...2020-03-1430 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast"Setting up Shop": Taking your brand into a physical space - an interview with Marissa Vogel of Konfetti LoveThe exciting possibility of maybe one day seeing your brand in a physical space, is a very real dream for many of us. For Marissa, owner of Konfetti Love, this dream recently became a reality!In this episode, we chat about the process of taking a brand from an online or service-based capacity into a physical space and shopfront. We focus on the challenges but also celebrate the joys of this process!We then discuss the importance of networking to build a supportive hub or web around yourself and how to connect with other creatives to form loyal...2020-03-0718 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast"Flowing" into Entrepreneurship - an interview with Taz FalconerThis woman's heart beats as wildly as mine for other women's dreams and beautiful journeys. Taz Falconer is the owner of @alchemystore_sa and has created a space for women to move together, irrespective of where they are in their own fitness journey.In this episode, we chat about the flow from a creative passion into entrepreneurship and retail. For some itâs easier than for others to take the plunge, and Taz shares her tips for the naturally ârisk-averseâ among us, like herself.We delve into the theme of âdoing things even when youâre terrifiedâ and working thro...2020-02-2927 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastWomen who Lead: Writing to give strong female characters their voice - an Interview with writer Lauren JacobsIn this episode, Lauren and I discuss the magic and hardship of writing a first book, overcoming self doubt, celebrating your own successes as well as those of others and the fact that there is enough sun for all of us.We dive deeper into the how toâs of publishing, editing and standing up for what you believe in during this process.All in all, there's a WHOLE lot of value in this episode and even I walked away from it feeling super empowered!Share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode an...2020-02-1643 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast"Straddling the Line" - Growing a business from side-hustle to stand-alone with Loraine RouxIn this episode, Loraine and I discuss what it means to have a full-time job and grow a creative business driven by passion, alongside it. It involves many âjuggling actsâ and âstraddling tricksâ especially when thereâs a family involved! This is where we get practical in this episode about dividing up your time and scheduling certain tasks or simply blocking out time.We chat about Loraineâs growth as a brand and business over the past 3 years, what she did first and how much time she gave herself. Then we dive deep into time management and a typical day divided...2020-02-0827 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastCareer pivots and big moves - an interview with Kate GouwsIn this episode, Kate and I chat about her own experience of self-discovery, taking a gap year and then pivoting her studies and finally her career choice. We also explore the different influences on our own creativity and career choices, and touch on the struggle of getting past the need for validation and believing in your craft.Kate and I met at recent meetup of Creativ & kin and except for obviously falling in love with her beautiful accent, we connected instantly. She moved to Cape Town from the USA, met her husband here and then decided to stay...2020-02-0122 min
The Creativ & Kin Podcast5 Ways to refresh a Stale Feed - FREE Download available!Hi there and welcome to this mini-teaching episode of the c&k podcast. Last night I posted my first ever free download for all of you and I was really surprised by how much all of you loved it! If you havenât already snagged the download, hop over to the link.tree in my bio on instagram and download your own copy. Let me know what you think!As with anything new, it kind of feels like the classic camping scenario: You arrive in the dark of night and wake up the next morning, sticking your neck ou...2020-01-2507 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastThe Business Episode: Humble beginnings to great successes - an interview with Nanette DreyerIn this episode, Nanette and I discuss the magic of humble beginnings, hiring for the first time (eeek!! Yes thatâs a daunting step!), the importance of company culture and we revisit the big topic of allowing imperfections for the sake of starting.Then we also touch on the statistics for small businesses in South Africa⌠Let us know which category you fall into or currently find yourself in!If this episode has inspired you in your own journey, please share it with us and tag us @creativ.and.kin and @handmade.mediaAs always, stay connected and...2020-01-1824 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastFinding the Heart of Creativity in difficult times - an interview with Jess MeyerThis is a slightly deeper but really relevant topic as we explore Jessâ story of how @watercolour_heart_illustration started and her growth as a creative even during difficult times of loss.Jessâ business started as a result of her taking some time off due to a damaged ulnar nerve. She then started to explore and fire up her creativity and love for illustration, as her grandmother had left her a beautiful watercolour paintbox and paper set after passing. Jess has continued to create and allow herself to truly feel and be inspired through deep losses.If this epis...2020-01-1230 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastPlanning: It's a new decade & how do I plan for that?!Hi everyone and welcome to 2020! Some of us might have popped champagne and danced into those symmetrical new digits but I have a feeling that most of us just slept into the new year, blissfully aware of the fact that we would soon be woken up (most of us super early) by our own tiny minions.Now I really get excited by fresh starts, even if they are actually just another day of the week, same routine and most of the shops are closed on the 1st of January anyway. But we can all create our own magic if...2020-01-0505 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastThe Conscious Creative - Being present, taking the leap and Living a Lighter Life with Nikola Botha.In this episode we chat about Nikolaâs big career pivot and her move back to South Africa, as well as a big health turnaround that led her to conscious living. We also dive into the importance of a morning routine (however short or unstructured for the moms listening!) and the power of visualisation & gratitude.Take a screenshot of yourself listening to this episode and tag us @creativ.and.kin / @nikolabotha and tell us what stood out the most to you.Thanks for listening and as always, stay connected and keep creating!2019-12-2227 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastThe Confidence Episode: Showing up as the absolute best version of yourself with Jaclyn van GreunenIn this episode, Jaclyn van Greunen aka @theladyjaclyn lets us in on her secrets for showing up confidently every time - even when she doesnât feel completely up to it. We also chat about setting goals and ultimately playing the long game.This episode is as much for creative entrepreneurs as it is for every fierce female wanting to step up as the best version of herself. Letâs get those creative juices flowing and bubbling for 2020!!!If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know what inspired you most by leaving a review, or what your main...2019-12-1524 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastGrowing your gifts & talents: Taking ownership, pushing through fear and stepping into your purpose through conscious habits with Abi Wiese.Abi is a local artist specialising in ink line drawings of mostly South African botanicals. For the past 3 years she has successfully and consistently brought out annual & birthday calendars, as well as loads of beautiful commissioned work. Her calendars recently sold out at one of the Kamers vol Geskenke events and can be found in local and international shops, as listed on her website: www.abiwiese.comIn this episode, we chat about juggling creative work, studies and motherhood and all the (wonderful) emotions that come along with this kind of wild ride!Find Abi on Instagram...2019-12-0823 min
The Creativ & Kin PodcastAnd so it starts - What makes a creative entrepreneur and do you have what it takes?Join Barbara as she shares the heart & vision of the Creativ & Kin community and brand new podcast!2019-11-1505 min