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The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 198 | Chuck the Suck: A Fun Game to Make Your Daily Operations More FunIn this episode, business coach Christi Johnson teaches you a fun game to play to make your daily operations in your business more fun: Chuck the Suck. To play Chuck the Suck, you write down all the things that you absolutely hate doing in your business and don't bring you joy. You then tear them off into little strips and decide what to do with the strips. Do you want to burn them? Rip them up and throw them away? Or make a game out of it like one example Christi gives? Once you've decided...

2026-01-2809 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 197 | Creativity and Making Big Moves Towards Your Dreams with Kevin Chung [Dream Biz Journey 9]In this episode, creative business coach Christi Johnson and creative entrepreneur Kevin Chung talk about building a creative life on your own terms. Kevin shares how he’s balancing contract work with his creative business, why he and his wife made a bold move to Costa Rica, and what it really looks like to pursue big dreams one intentional step at a time.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why creative play and curiosity matter (especially when business feels heavy or high-stakes)Kevin’s “creative lore,” from Disney inspiration to building a creative...

2026-01-2149 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 196 | The Science of Procrastination & How to Master Your Time with Robin J. Emdon [Dream Biz Journey 8]In this episode, Business Coach Christi Johnson chats with Robin J. Emdon (the “Procrastination Slayer”) about why procrastination isn’t laziness—and how to build momentum toward your goals using brain science (not willpower).In this episode, you’ll learn:The difference between procrastination vs. laziness (and why it matters)Why “staying busy” can still keep you stuckHow to build momentum on what actually moves your dreams forwardHow stress/“threat mode” shuts down follow-through (especially for ADHD brains)Robin’s simple brain-based framework for productivity (dopamine, focus, and...

2026-01-1446 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 189 | Pivoting and Building a Business You Actually Love with Lauren Cunningham [Dream Biz Journey 4]What if every “detour” in your business was actually preparing you for what’s next? In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Cunningham—host of So Can I and founder of a social media agency—who shares how she’s built a business rooted in curiosity, alignment, and consistency (not hustle).We talk about the power of trusting your gut, the reality of slow and steady podcast growth, and how to make strategic pivots without feeling flaky. Lauren also shares her simple framework for reverse-engineering your goals, staying consistent without burning out, and choosing content strategies that actually...

2025-10-0944 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 188 | Slow Abundance in Business: Choosing a Kinder Path to Sustainable Growth with Praise Santos McKenna [Dream Biz® Journey 3]What if your business didn’t feel like a never-ending list of “shoulds”? In this inspiring Dream Biz® Journeys episode, I sit down with Praise Santos McKenna of Come Plum—brand studio leader, podcast host, and coach for women entrepreneurs—to talk about building a business with slow abundance.Praise shares her mission to inspire and resource 10,000 women, the ripple effects of confidence, and how she’s redefining success in her new season of life and motherhood. We dig into money mindset, seasons of inspiration, and what it means to get “paid to exist.”If you’ve ever wrest...

2025-10-0146 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 186 | Using Your Neurodivergence to Your Advantage & Finding What Works for You with Molly McCauley [Dream Biz® Journey 1]Photographer and educator Molly McCauley joins me to kick off the Dream Biz® Journey series with a candid conversation about late-in-life ADHD diagnosis, building a career that fits your brain, and the identity work behind an aligned brand. Molly shares how self-acceptance, outsourcing, and coaching helped her move from “treading water” to doubling prices and pursuing big goals—on her terms.Late ADHD diagnosis & why so many neurodivergent creatives thrive as entrepreneursDesigning a business around variety, adrenaline, and non-traditional work settingsFrom “idea person” to action: outsourcing implementation and getting support...

2025-09-1747 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 181 | Vision Casting for Your Dream BusinessCasting a Vision for Your Business (Without Limiting Beliefs Holding You Back)Your vision is more than a pretty Pinterest board—it’s the roadmap that keeps you moving toward the business you actually want. In this episode, Christi walks you through how to dream boldly, remove limiting beliefs, and infuse your passions, values, and energy into your business vision. You’ll learn practical steps to get into a playful, creative mindset, identify what lights you up, and use your vision to make aligned decisions. Whether you’re just starting out or ready for a reset, this conversation will hel...

2025-08-1334 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 178 | Mic Check Retreat Roundtable: Real Advice from Seasoned PodcastersEver wish you could eavesdrop on a candid conversation among seasoned podcasters? I recently participated in a roundtable discussion at Mic Check Retreat with an incredible group of podcasters. We jumped into the real stories behind our shows—the triumphs, the hurdles, and the unexpected lessons that come with the territory.In this honest, heartwarming, and somewhat entertaining conversation about what it actually looks like to be in the thick of podcasting, we share how podcasting is changing the way we show up in business and life.Meet the Podcasters:Bree Pair: instagram.co...

2025-07-2428 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 176 | Your Permission Slip to Do Less Marketing with Enji Founder Tayler Cusick HollmanA lot of small business owners think more marketing is the answer to their problems. The thing is (9 times out of 10), more marketing just means more stress. In this episode, Christi and Tayler Cusick Hollman from Enji chat about how to look at your marketing metrics to adjust your marketing plan so you can get more out of your marketing, even if you're doing less.This episode is packed with gems like:How to know when a marketing channel isn’t worth your energyWhat metrics to track and why they matterWhy simplifying your marketing strategy gives yo...

2025-07-0932 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 175 | The Intersection of Productivity and Self-Care with Sabrina AvellánIt doesn’t matter how clear your strategy is or how well you schedule your calendar, if you don’t pair your productivity with self-care, you’ll constantly feel like you’re spinning your wheels and self-sacrificing for a business dream that drains you rather than feeds you. In this episode, Christi chats with Self-Leadership Coach Sabrina Avellán about productivity tools to combat overwhelm and how to use self-care as a leadership skill rather than a band aid.In this episode you will learn how to : Redefine self-carePrioritize self-care for the health of your busi...

2025-07-0241 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 174 | How to Simplify Your Business and Avoid Overwhelm with Zuzana MirakaIn today's episode, Christi chats with Zuzana Miraka, a Business Consultant and Creative about How to Simplify Your Business and Avoid Overwhelm. They talk about how to prevent overwhelm as a creative, multi-passionate female entrepreneur. Zuzana focuses on the importance of simplification, patience, and consistency, especially when you have lots of ideas and gifts. It’s about finding a sustainable way to honor your creativity without burning out and making your business sustainable.This episode will not only inspire and motivate you but also equip you with practical tools to manage and structure your business as creative, mu...

2025-06-2535 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 173 | How to Make Storytelling Your Marketing Superpower with Hannah DavisWhat if your everyday iced coffee habit or a random Costco encounter could actually help you grow your business? In this episode of The Dream Biz Podcast, I’m joined by marketing strategist and website designer Hannah Davis of Made with Boldness to talk about one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) marketing tools: storytelling.We dive into:What storytelling really is (hint: it’s not just big dramatic moments)How to find stories in your everyday life—even when you think you don’t have oneA simple structure you can...

2025-06-1832 min

Stitch Wish Radio 47. The Art of Slowing Down: Anna Hultin on Embroidery, Motherhood, and Creative PermissionThis week on Stitch Wish Radio, I’m joined by Anna Hultin—artist, teacher, and the founder of Olander Co. In this quiet and grounding conversation, we talk about the power of doing something just because it feels good, the meditative nature of repetition, and the intentional choice to build a creative life that honors your limits.Anna opens up about how motherhood shaped her boundaries, how she built a thriving embroidery business without burning out, and how she continues to stay connected to her why—even in seasons of fatigue and uncertainty.Whethe...

2025-06-1342 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 172 | Nature’s Business Plan: How the Cycles of Growth, Rest, and Renewal Apply to Scaling Your BusinessWhat if your business could feel calm, aligned, and abundant—not frantic and forced?In this episode of The Dream Biz Podcast, I’m joined by feminine business coach Jennifer Whitaker, who shares how to scale your business using nature’s business plan—a cyclical, feminine, and intuitive approach rooted in the rhythms of the seasons. Jennifer opens up about her burnout journey, the moment she realized her successful career wasn’t sustainable, and how that led her to develop a framework inspired by the Celtic Wheel of the Year.We explore:Why traditiona...

2025-06-1128 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 170 | 3 Types of Content to Boost Your SEO with Victoria RayburnWant to boost your website traffic without relying on social media? In this jam-packed episode of The Dream Biz Podcast, SEO strategist and coach Victoria Rayburn breaks down the three types of blog content that actually move the needle for your business. Whether you're a photographer, coach, VA, or service-based business owner, you'll walk away with actionable SEO strategies to help your ideal clients find you online.We’re talking:• Why SEO still matters in 2025• The power of educational blog posts• How to blog your work (even if you’re not a visual business)• What...

2025-05-2833 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 167 | Organic Marketing Strategies Without the Burnout ft. Craig PetermanIn this episode of The Dream Biz Podcast, I’m joined by photographer and videographer Craig Peterman for a real-talk conversation about building a sustainable business without falling into the trap of marketing burnout. We dive into how Craig grew his business by doing things differently—combining photography and videography, saying no to hustle culture, and focusing on meaningful client experiences. You’ll learn how to market organically, price your services confidently, stand out in a saturated industry, and attract dream clients without exhausting yourself in the process. If you're a creative entrepreneur looking for marketing strategies that actually feel g...

2025-05-0724 min

Stitch Wish Radio 45. Healing, Slowness, and Embroidery as Ceremony with Gabriela Martínez OrtizToday on Stitch Wish Radio, I’m sitting down with the incredible Gabriela Martínez Ortiz—textile artist, embroidery visionary, and the creator of Ofelia & Antelmo. Gabriela’s work is this beautiful meeting point between repetition, nature, and intuitive process. We talk about how embroidery became her way of slowing down, finding healing, and reclaiming her artistic voice after leaving the fast-paced world of fashion. Her story is deeply inspiring—woven with themes of lineage, inner knowing, and the slow evolution of craft into purpose.Whether you’re an artist, a dreamer, or just feeling your way toward a sl...

2025-05-0654 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 165 | Scaling Your Business Without Burning Out with Emily RenoWant to grow your business without burning out? In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Reno—CEO of Elopement Las Vegas and The Vegas Planners—who shares how she built a thriving wedding business that runs without her working 24/7. We talk about the mindset shifts it takes to scale, the power of delegation, and how Emily went from burnout to working just 20 hours a week while still running two successful brands. If you're feeling maxed out, stuck in the hustle, or dreaming of more freedom, this one’s for you.✨ Connect with Emily:elopementlasvegas.com | thevegaspl...

2025-04-2322 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 164 | 6 Steps to More Time, Energy, & Mental Clarity with Soul Purpose Coach Josie AndersonFeeling overwhelmed and burned out? In this episode, I’m joined by soul purpose coach Josie Anderson to talk about the 6 steps she uses to help ambitious women reclaim their time, mental clarity, and purpose without doing more.1️⃣ Delegate2️⃣ Let Go (emotionally + physically)3️⃣ Practice Mindfulness4️⃣ Set Boundaries5️⃣ Invest in Yourself6️⃣ Ask for SupportWe cover perfectionism, boundaries, mindfulness practices, and what it really looks like to invest in yourself and your joy. If you’re craving a business (and life) that feels more aligned, this conversation is a must-listen.We also talk about overcoming burnout, perfecti...

2025-04-1634 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 163 | Why Your Client Experience Should Benefit YOU Too (& Not Just Your Clients) with Fran from The Passions CollectiveWhat really makes a great client experience—and how can it support both your clients and your mental health? In this episode, I’m joined by Fran Rescigno of The Passions Collective, a Client Experience Architect who helps entrepreneurs design systems that work with their brains, not against them.We dive into:What client experience really means (hint: it’s more than just a gift box)How to create backend systems that reduce stress and increase sustainabilityWhy your brand presentation needs to match your actual processThe power of cli...

2025-04-0928 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 161 | Market Your Podcast & Work Smarter Not Harder with Hayleigh HayhurstThinking about starting a podcast—or wondering how to actually market your podcast and turn it into a powerful tool for growth? In this episode, I’m joined by Hayleigh Hayhurst of Espresso Podcast Production to talk all things podcasting: from launching and strategy to content repurposing, increasing listenership, and turning listeners into clients. We’re breaking down how to work smarter with your content and use podcasting to simplify your marketing, connect with your audience, and grow your business—without burning out. Whether you’re podcast-curious or already have a show, you’ll walk away with tons of actionable t...

2025-03-2627 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 159 | Community Building & Networking with Kevin DennisIn this episode of The Dream Biz Podcast, Christi sits down with Kevin Dennis of Fantasy Sound Event Services and Wedding IQ to dive into the power of networking in the wedding industry. Kevin shares invaluable insights on how to build meaningful relationships with fellow wedding pros, even competitors, and offers actionable tips on how to support others beyond just referrals. Whether you're an introvert or a seasoned networker, Kevin’s advice on connecting with others, being a connector, and growing your business organically is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how collaboration and community can elevate your wedding bu...

2025-03-1230 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 158 | The Joy-First Business Model: Combining Passion, Purpose, & Play for Increased ProfitabilityIn this episode of the Dream Biz podcast, host I'm Johnson discussing the 'joy first' business model, which combines passion, purpose, and play to increase your sustainability, creativity, and profitability in business. Sharing my personal journey through burnout and recovery, I emphasize how joy can be used as a strategic tool in the key areas of strategy, systems, and marketing. You'll learn actionable tips on auditing services, aligning business offerings with personal values, and incorporating more creativity to attract the right clients. You'll make small, joy-focused changes to immediately improve your business and overall well-being.00:00 Welcome to...

2025-03-0516 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 157 | The Power of Storytelling in Business with Tiffany CrenshawIn this episode of the Dream Biz podcast, I'm chatting with Tiffany Crenshaw from Animal House Photography about the importance of incorporating storytelling into your business. Tiffany shares her journey from being a school teacher to a full-time photographer and how she discovered her passion for storytelling imagery. We discuss practical ways to showcase your personal story to attract ideal clients and enhance your brand's authenticity. Tiffany also offers strategies to build strong client relationships and keep them coming back, emphasizing the value of showing up as your real self. Download...

2025-02-2632 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 155 | Marketing Strategist Amanda Warfield's Dream Biz JourneyIn this episode ofThe Dream Biz Podcast, I'm joined by Amanda Warfield, simplicity-focused content marketing strategist and copywriter. We dive into her Dream Biz journey—from launching her first product (and thinking it flopped) to becoming an expert in marketing strategy. Amanda shares how she turned her creative obsession into a thriving business, the lessons she learned from her early launches, and how consistency and strategy led her to success. If you've ever doubted your path, this episode is packed with relatable insights and encouragement. Tune in now!Get Amanda's BookVisit Amanda's Website...

2025-02-1218 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 150 | How Quarterly Planning Can Help You Stay Focused and Organized with Manali SontakkeToday I’m chatting with Manali Sontakke about her tried-and-true approach to quarterly planning. Manali shares her 5-step process to reflect, set realistic goals, and map out the next 90 days in a way that balances ambition with flexibility. You’ll learn: How to reflect on the past quarter and set yourself up for success. Why quarterly planning beats yearly or monthly goal-setting. Tips for breaking big goals into actionable steps. Tools and systems to make your quarterly planning seamless. Whether you’re juggling client work, personal commitments, or just trying to stay organized, this episode will g...

2024-12-2326 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 145 | Does Social Media Still Matter? with Kaley TawadrosIn today’s episode, I sit down with social media expert Kaley Tawadros to answer a big question many business owners are asking: Does social media still matter in 2024? With constant algorithm changes and new trends popping up, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or wonder if it’s even worth it to keep showing up online. Spoiler alert: It is! 🎉 Kaley shares her insights on why social media is still a crucial part of growing your business, how to adapt to the shifting landscape, and what kind of content actually works today. We cover everything from staying c...

2024-09-2525 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 144 | Using Pinterest for Lead Generation with Jen VazquezIn this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson sits down with Pinterest expert, Jen Vazquez, to dive into how Pinterest can be a powerful tool for lead generation. Jen shares her journey with Pinterest, insights on leveraging the platform for business growth, and actionable strategies to optimize Pinterest for generating leads. Tune in to learn how to effectively use Pinterest, understand your audience better, and integrate Pinterest into your marketing and launch strategies. ⁠Listen to Jen's Podcast, Marketing Strategy Academy⁠ Get Jen'z Free Marketing Resources Follow Jen on I...

2024-09-1930 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 141 | Time Energetics and Finding What Works for You with Colleen CarswellGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get 50% off your first year of FloDesk Get Thrivecart Connect with Christi Connect with Colleen Colleen's Instagram Colleen's TikTok Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/141. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson sits down with Colleen Carswell, a business strategist and leader within the Rising Tide community. They discuss the critical concept of time freedom and how productivity is closely tied to e...

2024-08-2823 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 140 | Your Launch Tech Stack⁠Get 50% off your first year of FloDesk⁠ Get a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Connect with Christi Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/140. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson delves into the key components of a successful launch tech stack. She covers the essential tools you need, including email software options like Flodesk, ConvertKit, and MailerLite, checkout pages via Thrivecart and course platforms, integration tools like Zapier, landing pages, project management tools rangi...

2024-08-2105 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 139 | Priming Your Audience for Your LaunchGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get 50% off your first year of FloDesk Get Thrivecart Connect with Christi Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/139. Join host Christi Johnson on the Dream Biz Podcast as she delves into the essential strategy of priming your audience before launching an offer. With actionable tips and insights, learn how to ask the right questions, engage potential clients, and build excitement leading up to your launch. This episode covers the timeline, logistics, and key elements r...

2024-08-1405 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 138 | Stress Management & Building Resilience with Sonya StattmannGet 50% off your first year of FloDesk Get a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Connect with Christi Sonya's Website Linkedin Achieving Wellness Email Series Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/138. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson talks with Sonya Stattmann, CEO and founder, corporate wellness trainer, and stress management coach. They discuss how solopreneurs can tackle stress and burnout, build resilience, and manage their well-being. Sonya s...

2024-08-0730 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 137 | Creating a Launch Timeline For Your BusinessGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/137. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson dives into creating an effective launch timeline to help you streamline and execute your business launch. Learn the detailed steps from planning, copywriting, and integration, to executing the launch itself. Christi shares a three-month timeline, breaking down tasks for each month, and offers insights on how to ensure a smooth launch. If you need a personalized launch p...

2024-07-3106 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 136 | What Type of Launch Personality Are YouLaunch Personality Quiz! Get a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/136. Welcome back to the Dream Biz podcast with your host, Christi Johnson! In today's exciting episode, Christi unveils her new brand and shares the heartfelt backstory behind its creation, inspired by her personal journey and artistic expression. She also introduces a fun and insightful quiz to help you discover your launch host personality. Are you a 'Fake It Till You Make It' host...

2024-07-2416 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 135 | Building a Tech Stack for Service-Based Business Owners⁠Get a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra⁠ ⁠Get Thrivecart⁠ Full Show Notes and Transcript are available at christijohnsoncreative.com/135. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson welcomes Dolly DeLong, a Nashville-based family photographer and systems and workflow educator. They discuss how small business owners can streamline and organize their business operations using project management and client relationship management tools. They also cover the importance of foundational business knowledge, understanding your audience, and the basics of SEO to attract ideal clients. Dolly emphasizes the signific...

2024-07-1731 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 134 | 8 Key Areas for a Successful LaunchGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full Show Notes and Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/134. In this episode, host Christi Johnson delves into the eight crucial spheres of your business involved in a successful product launch. While most people focus solely on product development and marketing, Christi explains the importance of also considering sales, customer support, logistics, finance, IT, and executive leadership. Learn how to navigate these areas effectively to ensure your business launch is smooth and successful. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or...

2024-07-1010 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 133 | Key Milestones of a LaunchGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full Show Notes and Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/133. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, Christi Johnson, a launch integrator and small business consultant, breaks down the six key milestones of a business launch: launch planning, pre-launch phase, launch prep phase, launch party, follow-up, and data collection phase. Learn actionable tips on planning and executing a successful launch, such as setting goals, building assets, creating marketing collateral, and evaluating performance. Tune in for expert advice on...

2024-07-0313 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 132 | How CMOs and OBMs Can Effectively CollaborateLindsey's Website Follow Lindsey on Instagram ⁠Connect with Christi⁠ Full Show Notes with Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/132. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson talks with Lindsey, founder of The CMO Lab, about crucial strategies to automate, streamline, and grow your business. They discuss common marketing mistakes, the importance of KPIs, and the role of an online business manager. Lindsey shares her unique insights into creating effective marketing plans tailored to your business's success. Tune in to learn how to leve...

2024-06-2630 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 131 | 15 Things to Have An Integrator Take Off Your PlateGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Connect with Christi Get Full Show Notes with Transcript at christijohnsoncreative.com/131. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, Christi Johnson, an integrator specializing in digital launches, shares 15 essential tasks you can outsource to an integrator to streamline your business operations. From project management to email marketing funnels, technical setup, and data tracking, learn how delegating these tasks can help you focus on growing your business. Tune in to get actionable tips and explore how...

2024-06-1912 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 130 | Balancing Different Personalities in Prepping YouTube ContentCameron & Tias YouTube Channel Cameron & Tia's website Follow Cameron and Tia on Instagram Connect with Christi Full Show Notes with Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/130 In this episode of the DreamBiz podcast, host Christi Johnson welcomes Cameron and Tia, renowned photographers, business coaches, and YouTubers. Together, they discuss strategies for automating and scaling a business. Cameron and Tia share insights on leveraging their contrasting personalities for success, including the specifics of their task management, creative process, and the benefits of having curiosity hours...

2024-06-1237 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 129 | What's an Integrator?Get a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Connect with Christi Full Show Notes with Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/129. In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson explores the role of an integrator and how they can be the perfect partner for visionary entrepreneurs. She explains how integrators assist with day-to-day business management, planning and execution, creative problem solving, team communication, and accountability. If you're a creative entrepreneur struggling to implement your ideas, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more...

2024-06-0508 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 128 | Mastering SEO for Photographers with Catie RonquilloGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full show notes with transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/128. Welcome back to the Dream Biz Podcast with your host Christi Johnson! In this episode, we dive into SEO strategies specifically tailored for photographers. Special guest Catie Ronquillo, a seasoned Dallas brand photographer and creative educator, shares actionable insights on leveraging SEO to enhance your online presence and attract more local clients. Discover the importance of local keywords, effective content creation, and essential tips to boost your photography business...

2024-05-2929 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 127 | Don't Forget These 5 Things in Your Course OnboardingGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full Show Notes with Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/127 . In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson, an integrator and business consultant for visionary creatives, shares valuable insights on how to make new course students feel welcomed and cared for through effective onboarding. Christi outlines five crucial steps for a successful course onboarding process: expressing gratitude and excitement, informing students on how to access the course, providing a community for students to connect, explaining how...

2024-05-2212 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 126 | Choosing an Education PlatformGet a Free 30-Day Trial of Kartra Get Thrivecart Full Show Notes with Transcript available at christijohnsoncreative.com/126 In this episode of the Dream Biz podcast, host Christi Johnson, a small business consultant and integrator, guides listeners on how to select an appropriate education platform for digital product offerings. She discusses the importance of aligning platform choice with business goals, anticipated sales, and marketing strategies. Christi provides insights into free and low-cost options like Thinkific and Teachable, and outlines more robust solutions such as Kajabi and Kartra...

2024-05-1512 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 125 | Building a Launch Roadmap with Nichole LaurenIn this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson, an online business manager and consultant, dives into the essential strategies for launching successful business ventures. Christi is joined by Nichole Lauren, a multifaceted attorney for small business owners, a wedding photographer, and consultant, who has recently launched a mastermind program aimed at small business success. They discuss the importance of building a launch roadmap, leveraging priming content for engagement, and the power of persevering through the initial launch phases. Through Nichole's experience with her mastermind program launch and the actionable strategies derived from influential books, the episode...

2024-05-0824 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 124 | The Two Email Funnels Every Digital Product Business Should HaveIn this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson, CEO of Christi Johnson Creative, dives into the critical importance of email funnels for digital product businesses. Christi outlines the two primary funnels every digital product business should implement: the welcome sequence and the sales funnel. She emphasizes the role of these funnels in automating business processes, enhancing customer engagement, and driving sales. Additionally, Christi shares three bonus funnels, which include lead generating event funnels, related product funnels, and nurture funnels, offering listeners comprehensive insights into maximizing their email marketing strategies. True to her commitment to actionable advice...

2024-05-0118 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 123 | Planning Your Course Launch in AirtableYour course launch is coming up, and you want to make sure nothing falls through the cracks? Here's how to plan your next course launch in Airtable! Want help with your launch? Book Your Free Consultation! Try Airtable Show Notes Video with Transcript Master Your Course Launch with Airtable: A Step-by-Step Guide In this episode of the Dream Biz Podcast, host Christi Johnson, an online business manager and launch architect, shares comprehensive insights on planning a course launch using Airtable. Christi outlines how to...

2024-04-2418 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 88 | Increasing Your Productivity with Sarah ZieslerToday's episode is all about how to increase your productivity with special guest Business Strategist Sarah Ziesler! Sarah talks to us about how to increase your productivity, move into feminine flow, and manage your time intuitively. Listen in for more! Sarah Ziesler specializes in Empowering Women in Business by designing a Strategy that fits Your nature of business in order to reach your Goals Successfully. Follow Sarah on Instagram to get her Productivity Chalenge Follow Christi on Instagram

2023-05-0324 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 85 | How an Online Business Manager can Help Your BusinessIn this episode of the Crush Your Goals with Christi Podcast, we dive into the world of online business managers and how they can help you achieve your goals and grow your business. If you're not familiar with an online business manager, get ready to discover a valuable member of your team who can streamline your systems and processes, manage day-to-day operations, and even take care of some tasks. We'll explore the key services they offer, such as inbox and calendar management, as well as their ability to think on a high level and make decisions to help you...

2023-04-1214 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 79 | Level Up Your Client Communication to Land More Sales & Retain More ClientsLooking to take your client experience to the next level? Join me, Christi Johnson, on the latest episode of Crush Your Goals with Christi Podcast! As a business strategist, online business manager, and wedding photographer, I've learned a thing or two about client communication. In this episode, we'll dive into the essential touchpoints every service-based business owner should focus on to ensure their clients have a phenomenal experience. From making a great first impression to retaining clients with extra perks, I'll share my top tips to help you level up your client communication game. Don't miss out on this...

2023-02-2816 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 77 | Demistifying Coffee Chats with Other Business OwnersCoffee chats are a great way to connect with other business owners, learn from their experience, and build meaningful relationships. But it can be intimidating and controversial. On the Crush Your Goals with Christi podcast, we're demystifying coffee chats and giving you the confidence to connect with other entrepreneurs. We start by discussing why it's important to understand that not everyone is open to meeting for coffee. That doesn't mean it's anything against you, it's simply their personal preference. If someone does say no, don't take it personally. Then, we go into the tips and ad...

2023-02-1513 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 75 | Guide to Email Marketing for Creative EntrepreneursHey friend! Are you a creative entrepreneur who wants to make more money from their business? If so, have I got a podcast episode for you! On this episode of Crush Your Goals with Christi, we're talking about why email marketing is an essential tool for creative entrepreneurs and how to get started - step by step! Plus, I'll show you how to start making money from your email list right away. So, if you're ready to start building an email list and becoming a master of email marketing, this episode is for you! Tune in to Crush Your...

2023-01-3125 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 69 | An Easy Way to Do Market ResearchHave you ever gotten an incredible idea for your business, but a bunch of time and energy into creating something, put it out into the world, and then no one bought it? It's super disappointing, right? Chances are, you may have forgotten one key step: Market Research. Market research sounds boring, but it's an important step for anyone selling absolutely anything. Whether you're selling products or services, you should be doing market research. Doing correct market research will help you know that you're creating something people actually want. You...

2022-11-2810 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 68 | What to Do When You Want to Quit Your BusinessHave you ever felt like you want to quit? Like nothing is working and this whole business thing is not worth it and you just want to throw in the towel? Friend, I've been there. In fact I was just there last week (: You are not alone! As business owners, it's really easy to get in our heads and believe that what we're building won't work. That it will just come tumbling to the ground. But if you have a passion for what you do, you know that quitting is not an option. I've thought about quitting...

2022-11-2116 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 67 | Streamlining Your Booking Process to Save You Time & Make You MoneyYou know the feeling when you get a new inquiry in your inbox? It’s exciting, right?! Landing a new inquiry means your marketing efforts are working! Woohoo! But getting a new inquiry is also a little bit stressful. Now you have to close the sale! I used to drop everything when I got a new inquiry and take time to respond to it right away. Even if it was 11pm or I was on vacation, responding quickly was my first priority. I was so afraid of people ghosting me. In fa...

2022-11-1420 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 66 | Top 3 Mistakes You're Making that Leave You Overwhelmed, Insecure, and LonelySometimes I look at my schedule and I freak out in panic at the sheer amount of things on there. And sometimes the tasks that I have to do seem insurmountable. Like there's no way it's all going to fit. When that happens, I have a choice. I can either continue to cram things into the schedule, or I can make a pivot. Our culture tells us we need to have packed schedules. They tell us we need to take care of ourselves and be the best at everything. And because we see...

2022-11-0719 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 65 | How to Slow Down as a Business OwnerI know I've talked about busy season a lot these last few weeks. Maybe you're tired of hearing about it. But if you're anything like me, fighting overwhelm is a daily battle. In fact, sometimes it's an hourly battle. We have to give ourselves more reminders, more compassion, more grace to match the busyness of the season. Here's a comment I saw online recently: "I feel like my mental cup is overflowing and I'm spreading myself too thin." Can you relate, friend? I think we all know that...

2022-10-3129 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 64 | Lessons from a Failed LaunchA couple weeks ago I had a launch planned for my membership program. I created a masterclass to promote it and was off to the races. Well, it sort of flopped! (put in a gif that's kind of like oh no or meh or disappointment or something funny) And today I'm pulling back the curtain on my launch plan and why I think it went the way it did and what I can do to have a more successful launch next time. The truth is, this is not a failure (even...

2022-10-2431 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 63 | Preventing Burnout in Entrepreneurship with Katrina WidenerBusy season is here whether we like it or not! I don't know about you, but I am BUSY. In fact, busy season came EARLY for me this year. I wasn't fully prepared for it. I told my husband the other day I feel a low grade sense of anxiety like... all the time. Can you relate?! I think it's especially important to guard ourselves against burnout in this season. Every year I tell myself I'm going to put things in place that will make me not hate my...

2022-10-1736 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 62 | How Marketing Your Business Can Be Fun & Easy instead of StressfulDoes marketing your business make you stressed and overwhelmed? Do you log onto social media and compare yourself to everyone else? You are not alone! But what if I told you there's a better way? We believe the lie that we have to be the best at everything. But what if you only had to be the best at being yourself? The reasons you're overwhelmed & stressed about marketing your business are simple: You haven't made a conscious choice about where you will market You haven't clearly defined your...

2022-10-1054 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 61 | How to Create Consistent Content with Your PhoneHave you ever tried photographing your products and wondered why they never look consistent? Or maybe you’re not sure why you’re getting a weird orange hue to your images. Or maybe it’s a blue hue. Well, I’m here to help! Listen in for 3 steps to consistent photos! Lighting- clean light is the key to consistent photos. Composition- the way you arrange the objects in the frame of the photo. Editing- altering elements of your image like warmth and exposure after the fact. We go into each of these steps in more dept...

2022-10-0319 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 60 | How the Right Community Can Change Your LifeAs small business owners and especially creative entrepreneurs, it's easy to get lonely. In late 2018, my husband and I moved to California. We are both from South Carolina, so our new home was a big adjustment. The busyness set in and the burnout came quickly. I was unhappy and honestly homesick. So, I started connecting with more people. From that moment on, everything was different. I was happier at work. Joy came back into my life. Having just one close friend changed everything for me. That's the power of community. We are meant to be...

2022-09-2621 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 59 | Overcoming Adversity and Creating a Business You Love with Ashley PaulToday on the podcast, Ashley shares about overcoming adversity and creating a business you love. Listen this week for a great talk with an amazing business owner and mom. Read on for more about Ashley's story! About Ashley "I am a self proclaimed wedding guru based in Greenville, South Carolina (willing to travel anywhere in the United States). I grew up in the wedding and event industry. As an only child I went to work with my mom and got to experience the incredible rush of weddings, now it’s in my ve...

2022-09-1939 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 58 | Mindset Shifts to Impact Your Life & Business with Intuitive Eating & Body Image Coach Victoria YatesToday, Victoria Yates shares with us mindset shifts that will impact your life & business. Victoria is an intuitive eating & body image coach for women. Her passion is to support women in becoming their best selves through feeling better in their bodies both physically & mentally. Rising Tide is a community that exists to empower the creative economy & unite small business owners in the spirit of community over competition. We believe that you were built to belong, that you’re not alone, and that there’s power in community. Follow Victoria Victoria-yates.com @nondiet_rn

2022-09-1236 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 57 | Organize Your Canva Account with Brenda CadmanToday on the podcast, Brenda Cadman shares with creative entrepreneurs how to organize their canva accounts so it's not a hot mess anymore! Brenda Cadman is one of only 25 verified global Canva Experts worldwide, and owner of Bon Accord Creative, a website development company based in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Brenda has been an entrepreneur for more than 22 years, and as a Canva expert, she’s taught thousands of small business owners how to use Canva more effectively and efficiently. In particular, she loves to help business owners tame their hot mess Canva account...

2022-09-0527 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 56 | 8 CEOS and You: How to Balance the Core Areas of Your Business with Jen TaylorToday I'm sharing another episode of the Rising Tide Greenville podcast! Jen Taylor talks to us about How to Balance the Core Areas of Your Business. Overwhelmed by all the tasks you have to manage and wonder how you will accomplish it all? Jen suggests a simple solution!! You won't want to miss this one! Follow Jen at jentaylorconsulting.com or @jentaylorconsulting Join Jen's Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/designyourbusinessjentaylor Follow Christi at christijohnsoncreative.com or @christijohnsoncreative Join RTS at greenville.therisingtidesociety.com ...

2022-08-2933 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 48 | Google Analytics for Busy Business Owners with Christie Osborne of Mountainside MediaToday I’m chatting with Google Analytics Expert, Christie Osborne. Christie owns Mountainside Media, a marketing agency that specializes in ads, analytics and market research. She’s a proud data nerd who uses marketing data and research to develop scalable strategies for busy event pros. Simply put, Christie has a passion for turning data into dollars. This is what gets her clients off the marketing hamster wheel and on the path to sustainable marketing success. On this episode, we talk about how you can use the information from Google Analytics to bring more traffic to your...

2022-07-0434 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 45 | How to Be Impactful in Your MessagingHave you ever spent hours creating a piece of content that you thought was AMAZING, only to have no one seem to listen to it? It sucks, doesn't it? You've poured your heart & soul into it but no one else seems to notice. Honestly, having your message ignored can make you want to throw in the towel. Is there a way to avoid that? Definitely! The key is to make sure your message is impactful for your audience. So how do you do that? I'm talking all about it in today's podcast episode.

2022-06-2311 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 40 | Starting Before You're Ready with Meghan and Crosby BrackinsHave you ever been faced with the need to pivot? Did it scare you? I've been there, and I'm still dealing with the affects. Today on the podcast, Meghan & Crosby Brackins share how they pivoted before they were ready and it led to huge wins in their business. The pandemic was hard on businesses everywhere. They saw a need in their market and jumped on it. And they're sharing with us exactly how they did it! We also get an inside look into how they run a family business and keep the relationships thriving as well. We...

2022-06-0738 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 39 | The Secret to Consistent Goal CrushingGoal setting and implementation can be hard. It is easy to start at 100% and quickly lose motivation. Listen in to learn a few secrets for success to consistent goal crushing. Why is it so easy to give up on goals? Self-doubt and imposter syndrome often hold us back from reaching our full potential. It is easier to have the end goal in sight but harder to actually follow through. Without proper steps in place, you can feel guilty when your goals are not being accomplished. Steps to consistently crush your goals

2022-05-3020 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 38 | Navigating Tech and Systems for Your Business ft. Shelly Criswell of The Fearless SolopreneurShelly is the owner of The Fearless Solopreneur. She helps creative entrepreneurs overcome the overwhelm and fear of tech so they can grow their business. She is an expert in tech, processes and systems, and she is launching a membership with courses and support to help entrepreneurs better understand the tech side of their business. TuesdaysTogether Greenville is the local chapter of The Rising Tide Society - a community that exists to empower the creative economy and unite small business owners in the spirit of community over competition. We believe that you were built to belong, that...

2022-05-2331 min

Rising Tide Greenville 15 | Mindset Shifts to Impact Your Life & Business with Intuitive Eating & Body Image Coach, Victoria Yates, RN-BSNToday, Victoria Yates shares with us mindset shifts that will impact your life & business. Victoria is an intuitive eating & body image coach for women. Her passion is to support women in becoming their best selves through feeling better in their bodies both physically & mentally. Rising Tide is a community that exists to empower the creative economy & unite small business owners in the spirit of community over competition. We believe that you were built to belong, that you’re not alone, and that there’s power in community. Follow Victoria Victoria-yates.com @nondiet_rn

2022-05-1836 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 37 | Why You Need a Strategy for EverythingListen in as Christi shares about the importance of strategy in goal setting. If your business approach is "try everything," it can feel overwhelming and push you to buy into things that aren't specifically helpful in what you need in your business. With continual comparison and lack of goals, you will be disappointed. Here are some practical tips to help you add strategy to your goal setting. How to Create Strategy in Your Biz Before you start anything, write your goals out and your "why" behind them. 1. What is your objective?

2022-05-1620 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 36 | Developing Intuition & Radical Self Acceptance with Intuitive Mindset Coach Rachel StrivelliOn today's episode, Rachel and Christi discuss listening to and accepting yourself, the restorative nature of the outdoors, and how Rachel made her journey from garden coach to mindset coach. You don't want to miss this amazing episode! Rachel Strivelli is an intuitive mindset coach. She helps women step out of self-doubt and uncertainty and step into confidence and strong decision-making through intuition. She empowers people with self-trust, confidence, and intuition and I’m so excited to be talking with her today! Rising Tide Greenville is a local chapter of the Rising Tide Society: a co...

2022-05-0936 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 35 | Business is Not One Size Fits AllIn today’s episode, listen in as Christi shares how business is not a one size fits all and ways to identify specific goals in your business that you can accomplish. It can be easy to fall into the comparison trap, but it is important to recognize that each person has unique goals for their business. There are a Thousand Ways to Do Business Remember that you are seeing everyone's best version of themselves on social media. You don't have to be overwhelmed that you aren't doing all the things, remember that business is not a o...

2022-05-0225 min

Rising Tide Greenville 14 | 8 CEOs and You: How to Balance the Core Areas of Your Business with Jen TaylorThis week we've got another expert to feature for you! Jen Taylor talks to us about How to Balance the Core Areas of Your Business. Overwhelmed by all the tasks you have to manage and wonder how you will accomplish it all? Jen suggests a simple solution!! You won't want to miss this one! Follow Jen at jentaylorconsulting.com or @jentaylorconsulting Join Jen's Facebook Group Follow Christi at christijohnsoncreative.com or @christijohnsoncreative Join RTS at greenville.therisingtidesociety.com About Jen: Owner and founder of Taylor’d Events, Jennifer Tay...

2022-04-2633 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 34 | Finding Community as a Handmade Business Owner & Making Your Business Work for You with Danielle KaminskiDanielle & I talk about how she builds community through her retail store, the freedom being a small-business owner provides, and how you can turn your hobby into a business and make it work for you. Read more at christijohnsoncreative.com/34 Danielle is a multi-passionate business owner. She owns Reinvintage Warehouse in Spartanburg which is a collective retail store of artists, makers, curators, collectors all housed under one roof. She’s also an artist & a maker - she creates her own handmade products under her brand MADE by Danielle. She’s been creating & selling products for over...

2022-04-2539 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 33 | Visibility in Your Business with Reneé Dalo of Moxie Bright EventsRenee Dalo joins me today to talk about visibility in your business and showing up the right way. Follow Renée at moxiebrightevents, reneedalo.com and @reneedalo Join Christi's Free Facebook Community What Does Visibility Mean? Visibility is always evolving. It used to be just posting on Instagram and having a cohesive brand and making sure your grid was cohesive. Now it encompases so many more things. It gets so much more of a holistic view of your business and what you're putting out there. It's lives, reels, stories, tiktok, facebook, and blog p...

2022-04-1833 min

Rising Tide Greenville 13 | Pursuing Creativity as a Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur with Nichole LaurenNichole Lauren joins me to talk about her story as a multi-passionate entrepreneur! Nichole is the owner of Nichole Lauren Photography. She shares with us how she built her business from the ground up as a young photographer, and how she continued her business even during law school. Now, as a Real Estate Attorney, Nichole juggles full-time work with her full-time passion of being a business owner. Nichole is also the creator of The Styled Event, a luxury styled shoot experience for photographers, videographers, and content creators. We had such a blast talking, and anyone st...

2022-04-1235 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 32 | Working With Your Spouse & Owning a Business as a Parent with Katie JaynesKatie Jaynes from Katie Jaynes Photography shares with Christi how community helped her grow her business. What started out as being the friend who photographed all the special occasions turned into a successful Wedding & Portrait Photography business serving Anderson and the Upstate that's 8+ years strong. Katie also shares what it's like working with her husband, Mitchel, and how they manage their work now as new parents. It's a great story that any business owner with kids could relate to. You are not alone! TuesdaysTogether in Greenville SC is the local chapter of The Rising Tide Society...

2022-04-1132 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 31 | Combatting Marketing Fatigue as a Creative with Julianne SmithWhat Does Marketing Fatigue Look Like? First, we are better able to realize we are experiencing marketing fatigue by a feeling. It feels bad. If you're feeling overwhelmed, tired, or marketing your business is overwhelming, that is marketing fatigue. Sometimes just putting words to the feeling is helpful. Another piece is if you're scared to stop because you don't know what will happen could be marketing fatigue. With new apps and trends, it can be overwhelming. The thought of adding another platform to your plate may just make you snap. Tiktok, Reels, & Trends...

2022-04-0436 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 30 | How to Take Back Control of Your Thoughts, Beat Overwhelm, and Find Your Path with Life Coach Kristen AlanahIt's a great one for you today! Kristen Alanah is a life coach in Greenville for overwhelmed millenial women. She helps women ditch the feeling over overwhelm & live a more intentional life. She’s also the host of the Overwhelmed to Intentional Podcast. Today, Kristen tells us her journey to becoming a life coach & teaches us a framework to overcome those pesky thoughts that keep us from living with intention. Not only do we touch on how to overcome feelings of overwhelm, but we also talk about how multi-passionate entrepreneurs can find their place in the business wo...

2022-03-2833 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 29 | Embracing the Hidden Power of Criticism with Jordan Kentris of A Good Day IncJordan Kentris from A Good Day talks to us about embracing the hidden power of criticism. How do we step back from the emotion? How do we parse through criticism to get to the core of what we need to change? Listen in for the full conversation. Jordan is the founder and owner of a boutique design firm, A Good Day which was created to serve planners and their eclectic couples. It's a one-of-a-kind stationery that establishes a unique brand for each event. Jordan is a UX designer by trade and utilizes his experience to work with...

2022-03-2134 min

Rising Tide Greenville 11 | Google Analytics for Busy Business Owners with Christie Osborne of Mountainside MediaOn today’s episode, we’re taking a break from spotlighting local business owners to bring in an expert. Today I’m chatting with Google Analytics Expert, Christie Osborne. Christie owns Mountainside Media, a marketing agency that specializes in ads, analytics and market research. She’s a proud data nerd who uses marketing data and research to develop scalable strategies for busy event pros. Simply put, Christie has a passion for turning data into dollars. This is what gets her clients off the marketing hamster wheel and on the path to sustainable marketing success. On this epi...

2022-03-1533 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 28 | Showing Up As Yourself to Attract the Clients You Want | Interview with Stephanie Acker of Design the ExperienceStephanie is the Chief Experience Designer of Design The Experience. Her business empowers small businesses to grow and be more successful without spending thousands of dollars to do it. The Marketing Mastered is a membership platform designed to help you learn how to market your business & it’s all broken down into 10-minute or less bite-sized trainings & tips. Listen all the way to the end because I know she is going to give us an actionable tip for marketing & you don’t want to miss it. Stephanie shares with us how a personal tragedy led her to leave her maga...

2022-03-1439 min

Rising Tide Greenville 10 | Starting a Business By "Accident" with Christine Wiethop of Baking Sweet ScentsChristine is the owner of Baking Sweet Scents, a bakery located in Simpsonville. She offers small batch treats that busy people can enjoy, share, and gift to others. She does both wholesale and retail sales, corporate gifts, and weddings. TuesdaysTogether Greenville is the local chapter of The Rising Tide Society - a community that exists to empower the creative economy and unite small business owners in the spirit of community over competition. We believe that you were built to belong, that you’re not alone, & that there is power in community. Find Christine at bakingsweetscents.com...

2022-03-0135 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs The Power of Collaboration in Growing Your Business (Interview with Ashley Paul of C&A Event Planning) | E26Ashley is the owner of C&A Event Planning. She specializes Wedding planning, floral design, content creation and virtual assisting. Ashley has been in business for over 12 years, so she knows her stuff!! She loves to help people chase their dreams - whether it’s wedding planning or building their business. Today we talk about the power of relationship building, community, & collaboration to grow your business. Ashley has moved a few times & successfully relaunched her business in each new place through community. Finding your people is so important to surviving as a small business owner & entrepreneur. I ca...

2022-02-2832 min

Rising Tide Greenville 9 | Starting Before You're Ready & Working with Family with Meghan & Crosby Brackins from True Foundation PhotographyMeghan and Crosby Brackins own True Foundation Photography - they are Portrait and Wedding photographers and videographers. They also specialize in real estate and branding photography and videography for small businesses. They’ve been in business for 10 years - seasoned business owners. TuesdaysTogether Greenville is the local chapter of The Rising Tide Society - a community that exists to empower the creative economy and unite small business owners in the spirit of community over competition. We believe that you were built to belong, that you’re not alone, & that there is power in community. Follow Megh...

2022-02-1537 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs Food Blogger Sarah Moore talks Navigating Food Sensitivites in your Local Community | E24Sarah Moore is local food blogger & instagrammer here in Greenville and she spotlights local small businesses & restaurants. Her blog, called Pimento & Prose, also features non-dairy and gluten-free recipes. She loves trying new restaurants in Greenville & if you're a Greenville foodie, you've probably seen her around on Instagram! In this episode, Sarah & I discuss what it's like navigating a food allergy or sensitivity, the importance of community, & we also play a little speed round of Greenville restaurants & what her top picks are for certain categories. She also shares her most popular recipe on her site for dairy-free and...

2022-02-1445 min

Rising Tide Greenville 8 | Navigating Tech & Systems for Your Business with Shelly Criswell of The Fearless SolopreneurShelly is the owner of The Fearless Solopreneur. She helps creative entrepreneurs overcome the overwhelm and fear of tech so they can grow their business. She is an expert in tech, processes and systems, and she is launching a membership with courses and support to help entrepreneurs better understand the tech side of their business. TuesdaysTogether Greenville is the local chapter of The Rising Tide Society - a community that exists to empower the creative economy and unite small business owners in the spirit of community over competition. We believe that you were built to belong, that...

2022-02-0130 min

Rising Tide Greenville 7 | Developing Intuition & Radical Self Acceptance with Intuitive Mindset Coach Rachel StrivelliOn today's episode, Rachel and Christi discuss listening to and accepting yourself, the restorative nature of the outdoors, and how Rachel made her journey from garden coach to mindset coach. You don't want to miss this amazing episode! Rachel Strivelli is an intuitive mindset coach. She helps women step out of self-doubt and uncertainty and step into confidence and strong decision-making through intuition. She empowers people with self-trust, confidence, and intuition and I’m so excited to be talking with her today! TuesdaysTogether Greenville is a local chapter of the Rising Tide Society: a community th...

2022-01-1835 min

Rising Tide Greenville 6 | Finding Community as a Handmade Business Owner & Making Your Business Work for You with Danielle Kaminski of Reinvintage WarehouseDanielle & I talk about how she builds community through her retail store, the freedom being a small-business owner provides, and how you can turn your hobby into a business and make it work for you. Danielle is a multi-passionate business owner. She owns Reinvintage Warehouse in Spartanburg which is a collective retail store of artists, makers, curators, collectors all housed under one roof. She’s also an artist & a maker - she creates her own handmade products under her brand MADE by Danielle. She’s been creating & selling products for over 10 years. She is the host of the M...

2022-01-0438 min

Rising Tide Greenville 5 | Working with Your Spouse & Owning a Business as a Parent with Wedding Photographer Katie JaynesKatie Jaynes from Katie Jaynes Photography shares with Christi how community helped her grow her business. What started out as being the friend who photographed all the special occasions turned into a successful Wedding & Portrait Photography business serving Anderson and the Upstate that's 8+ years strong. Katie also shares what it's like working with her husband, Mitchel, and how they manage their work now as new parents. It's a great story that any business owner with kids could relate to. You are not alone! TuesdaysTogether in Greenville SC is the local chapter of The Rising Tide Society - a...

2021-12-2132 min

Rising Tide Greenville 4 | How to Take Back Control of Your Thoughts, Beat Overwhelm, and Find Your Path with Life Coach Kristen AlanahIt's a great one for you today! Kristen Alanah is a life coach in Greenville for overwhelmed millenial women. She helps women ditch the feeling over overwhelm & live a more intentional life. She’s also the host of the Overwhelmed to Intentional Podcast. Today, Kristen tells us her journey to becoming a life coach & teaches us a framework to overcome those pesky thoughts that keep us from living with intention. Not only do we touch on how to overcome feelings of overwhelm, but we also talk about how multi-passionate entrepreneurs can find their place in the business wor...

2021-12-0733 min

Rising Tide Greenville 3 | Showing Up as Yourself in Your Business to Attract the Clients You Want with Stephanie Acker of The Marketing MasteredStephanie is the Chief Experience Designer of Design The Experience. Her business empowers small businesses to grow and be more successful without spending thousands of dollars to do it. The Marketing Mastered is a membership platform designed to help you learn how to market your business & it’s all broken down into 10-minute or less bite-sized trainings & tips. Listen all the way to the end because I know she is going to give us an actionable tip for marketing & you don’t want to miss it. Stephanie shares with us how a personal tragedy led her to leav...

2021-11-1638 min

Rising Tide Greenville 2 | The Power of Collaboration & Community in Growing a Business with Ashley Paul of C&A Event PlanningAshley is the owner of C&A Event Planning. She specializes Wedding planning, floral design, content creation and virtual assisting. Ashley has been in business for over 12 years, so she knows her stuff!! She loves to help people chase their dreams - whether it’s wedding planning or building their business. Today we talk about the power of relationship building, community, & collaboration to grow your business. Ashley has moved a few times & successfully relaunched her business in each new place through community. Finding your people is so important to surviving as a small business owner & entrepreneur. I ca...

2021-11-1631 min

Rising Tide Greenville 1 | Navigating Food Sensitivities in the Greenville Community with Sarah Moore of Pimento & ProseSarah Moore is local food blogger & instagrammer here in Greenville and she spotlights local small businesses & restaurants. Her blog, called Pimento & Prose, also features non-dairy and gluten-free recipes. She loves trying new restaurants in Greenville & if you're a Greenville foodie, you've probably seen her around on Instagram! In this episode, Sarah & I discuss what it's like navigating a food allergy or sensitivity, the importance of community, & we also play a little speed round of Greenville restaurants & what her top picks are for certain categories. She also shares her most popular recipe on her site for dairy-free and g...

2021-11-1644 min

Stitch Wish Radio 2. Wait... Who Is This? (and why did she make this podcast?)It occurred to me that some folks might have ended up here and not have any idea who I am... So this episode I introduce myself, Christi Johnson, and share a little about where I came from, what kind of work I do in the world, and why I started this podcast!Mentioned in this episode:Mixed Color websiteMagic Threads courseZak Foster is next week's interview!

2021-06-1213 min

The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs 2 | Welcome Sequence Writing Tips: The First EmailGreat for value-based business owner Communicate directly to interested audience Build a relationship weekly More space to share your values with them Not distracted by noise of social media Email Marketing Doesn’t have to be complicated Planning, breaking it down step by step Blog series on tools Funnel Lead magnet Email to download Let them know you’ll be showing up in their inbox Ask to hit reply Plugged into welcome sequence Pitch Put on regular email list Firs...

2021-01-2510 min

Verbally Processing The Story Behind the Podcast | VP01I experience an overwhelming desire to talk about things. To get them out in the open. But talking about it doesn't seem to be enough. I don't feel settled until I share it with someone. When I moved to California last year, I realized that I'm a verbal processor! I hadn't put it into words because I always had so many friends to talk about things with, so I didn't realize anything was missing until I moved to California and didn't have any friends around me. One night, at 3AM, I had a revelation that it was time for...

2020-03-2118 min