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The Jeweler's View#33 Age is a Superpower with Bette BarnettSend us a textIn this episode of 'The Jeweler's View,' host Courtney Gray dives into an inspiring conversation with Bette Barnett, the founder of Studio Migoto. They discuss the profound benefits of starting anew at any age and how age can be a superpower. Bette shares her intriguing journey from a long career in corporate communications to becoming a renowned metalsmith in her sixties. They explore the joy and freedom that comes with embracing a creative passion later in life, the challenges and rewards of learning new skills, and the importance of resilience and experimentation...2025-06-2445 min
The Jeweler's View#32 Systems That Support What Matters MostSend us a textIn this episode of The Jeweler's View, host Courtney Gray shares her extensive experience from 25 years in the jewelry industry to help artists and jewelers build supportive systems for their creative businesses. She emphasizes that simple, intuitive systems can provide freedom and reduce overwhelm. Courtney discusses the importance of having strategies for customer communication, pricing, custom work, and marketing to maintain a smooth workflow and professional presence. With practical advice and insights, Courtney encourages jewelers to implement simple systems that align with their creative work, ultimately allowing them more space to create and...2025-06-1710 minThe Jeweler's View#31: How to Identify What Truly Strengthens Your BusinessSend us a textIn this episode of The Jeweler's View, metalsmith educator and creative business strategist Courtney Gray delves into the subtle but crucial shifts that drive long-term growth for creative business owners. Courtney shares her personal journey, emphasizing the importance of small, grounding adjustments over flashy moves. She introduces three 'energy insights' to help listeners identify sustainable practices within their businesses, and offers practical steps to turn these insights into actionable data points. With a mix of personal anecdotes and strategic advice, this episode encourages entrepreneurs to build a business that energizes and supports them...2025-06-1010 minThe Jeweler's View#30: How to Reclaim Control of your Creative BusinessSend us a textIn this episode of 'The Jeweler's View,' Courtney Gray draws from her extensive experience in the jewelry industry to offer invaluable advice for creators seeking to build a sustainable and fulfilling business. She introduces the concept of 'creative authority,' emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and aligning one's work with personal values. Courtney shares her journey of overcoming the pressures of constantly saying yes and how establishing firm, value-driven boundaries transformed her business. By asking critical questions about where you are giving away power and how to reclaim control, this episode...2025-06-0309 minThe Jeweler's View#29: How to Refine, Restart or Scale Your Creative Business.Send us a textIn this episode of 'The Jeweler's View,' host Courtney Gray, an experienced metalsmith and business strategist, shares invaluable insights from her 25-year journey in the jewelry industry. Courtney discusses the importance of refining your creative business with ease and intention, emphasizing that it's not always about starting fresh but starting over with the wisdom and experience gained. She shares her personal story of selling her established business and rebuilding it with strategy, balance, and trust. Key takeaways include reusing what's working well, releasing what no longer fits, recommitting with intention, and understanding...2025-05-2708 minThe Jeweler's View#28 The Art of Reinvention: How to Pivot Without Burning It All DownSend us a text In this episode of The Jewelers View, Courtney Gray shares her journey of reinvention after the sale of her company and the collapse of her perceived identity. Drawing on her extensive experience in the jewelry industry, Courtney provides insights and advice on how to navigate significant shifts in work, purpose, or identity. She emphasizes that reinvention doesn't necessarily mean starting from scratch but rather building on existing strengths and being honest about what's no longer working. By embracing a thoughtful, strategic approach, listeners are encouraged to reclaim their creative power, reconnect with their c...2025-05-2007 minThe Jeweler's View#27: Why I Sold My Company — A Story of Reinvention, Grief & Letting GoSend us a textReclaiming My Voice: The True Story Behind Selling My Jewelry SchoolIn this episode of The Jewelers View, Courtney Gray takes us on a deeply personal journey, sharing her experiences of running Creative Side Jewelry Academy for 15 years, the challenges that led to its sale, and the difficult path of reclaiming her identity post-sale. From the highs and lows of her career to dealing with personal crises, Courtney opens up about the process of letting go and finding her voice again. She discusses the importance of reinvention and offers a heartfelt...2025-05-1308 minThe Jeweler's View#26 Moving Too Fast: When Urgency Undoes AlignmentSend us a textIn this episode of The Jeweler's View, Courtney Gray, with over 25 years in the jewelry industry, discusses how living with a constant sense of urgency led to burnout and costly mistakes. She shares personal anecdotes and insights on the detrimental effects of rushing, such as overcommitment, confusion, and disconnection. Courtney emphasizes the importance of slowing down to find clarity, build sustainable businesses, and avoid burnout. She encourages listeners to recalibrate their pace and offers support through her resources and discovery calls. The episode is a call to embrace a slower, more thoughtful approach...2025-05-0608 minThe Jeweler's View#25 : Backburner It: Simmer Down and Stop Treating Everything Like an EmergencySend us a textIn this episode of The Jeweler's View, host Courtney Gray shares her insights from 25 years in the jewelry industry, exploring how to manage creative overload by distinguishing between urgent and non-urgent tasks. She introduces the 'back burner' technique, offering steps to help you prioritize your projects and avoid burnout. Tune in for practical advice to enhance your creative business while maintaining focus and clarity.Support the showVisit www.CourtneyGrayArts.com to read more about what I offer. Be sure to follow The Jeweler’s View so you never mi...2025-04-2908 minThe Jeweler's View#24 The Power of the Pause: Why Rest is a Business StrategySend us a textIn this episode of The Jewelers View, host Courtney Gray delves into the importance of taking breaks and why rest is an essential business strategy. Courtney shares a personal anecdote about how the intense focus on her work led to a surprising injury and highlights the challenges entrepreneurs face in balancing their drive with the need for downtime. Through the story of one of her students and various research-backed insights, Courtney emphasizes that rest is not a luxury but a crucial element for sustainable success. She introduces practical techniques like the back burner...2025-04-2210 minThe Jeweler's View#22 Train Your Brain: Neuroplasticity Tools for Jewelers with Anna GieselmanSend us a textJoin us in Episode #22 of The Jeweler's view with Courtney Gray, we dive deep into the fascinating world of neuroplasticity with expert Anna Gieselman. As a neuromobility coach, Anna brings a wealth of knowledge on how simple, practical 15-30second exercises can make a significant difference for jewelers and creatives. Host Courtney and Anna explore specific techniques like peripheral vision drills, gaze stabilization, and sensory input methods that can help you alleviate chronic pain, improve mobility, and sharpen your focus. Learn how to measure the impact of these exercises immediately and integrate them...2025-04-0829 minThe Jeweler's View#21 Transforming Your Jewelry Business: In a NutshellSend us a textIn this episode of Jewelers View, we're offering a deep dive into the creation and purpose behind the 'Transform' course—a six-week interactive program designed for jewelry makers. We'll explore the various facets of the course, including foundational mindset shifts, pricing strategies, customer engagement, online marketing, financial clarity, and scalable growth. Host Courtney Gray shares personal experiences and practical takeaways to help elevate your jewelry business. Whether you're a seasoned jeweler or just starting out, discover the tools and insights to empower your journey.Support the showVisit www.Co...2025-03-3117 minThe Jeweler's View# 20: The Secret to Success: Keep Going When Others Give UpSend us a textWelcome to Episode 20 of 'The Jeweler's View.' I'm Courtney Gray, your host with 25 years of experience in the jewelry industry, including running one of the country’s elite jewelry schools for 15 years, consulting for organizations, and working one-on-one with makers globally.In today’s episode, titled 'The Secret to Success: Keep Going When Others Give Up,' we will dive into the essence of resilience and persistence in the jewelry business. Many give up when the going gets tough, but those who achieve success push through the difficulties. Today, I'll shar...2025-03-2511 minThe Jeweler's View#19 Know Your Worth: How to Price Your Work with ConfidenceSend us a textIn episode 19 of the Jeweler's View podcast, titled 'Know Your Worth: How to Price Your Work with Confidence', host Courtney Gray dives deep into one of the most challenging aspects of being a creative professional: pricing your work. Drawing from 25 years of experience in the jewelry industry, Courtney shares invaluable insights, addressing the common fears and misconceptions that many jewelers and creatives face when setting their prices. She highlights the importance of valuing your expertise, craftsmanship, and creative vision, rather than just the materials and time spent. Tune in to learn about the...2025-03-1810 minThe Jeweler's View#18: ANNOUNCEMENT + Future You: How to Align Your Actions with Your AspirationsSend us a textIn this episode of The Jewelers View, Courtney Gray dives deep into the concept of aligning your actions with your aspirations. Discover how the only thing standing between you and your dream business is yourself. Through relatable stories and actionable steps, Courtney emphasizes the importance of stepping into your future self today. Plus, she reveals an exciting new course designed to transform your vision into success. Tune in to learn how small daily shifts can lead to massive progress and get ready to make your future happen today!Support the show2025-03-1110 minThe Jeweler's View#15: Free Systems for Creatives: Work Smarter, Not HarderSend us a textIn this exciting episode of "The Jeweler's View," host Courtney Gray dives into the topic of free systems for creatives, emphasizing the importance of working smarter, not harder. Courtney unpacks actionable strategies on how to simplify and streamline your creative business using free systems such as Google Calendar and Google Docs. She shares her personal experiences, discussing the transformative power of batching tasks and exploring the controversial yet powerful tool, ChatGPT, for creative efficiency. Tune in to learn how systems can save you time and energy, help you grow your creative business, and...2025-02-1812 minThe Jeweler's View#14 Breaking Bad Habits: Stop the Patterns That Are Holding You BackSend us a textEpisode #14: Breaking Bad Habits: Clearing the Path to Creativity dives into identifying and breaking habits that hinder creativity. Host Courtney Gray shares insights from James Clear's book, Atomic Habits, on the science of habits and offers practical strategies for transforming bad habits into beneficial ones. The episode covers the importance of understanding habitual cues, the impact of habits on creativity, and actionable steps to replace negative patterns with positive routines to enhance focus, creativity, and ease in your business.Support the showVisit www.CourtneyGrayArts.com to read more...2025-02-1114 minThe Jeweler's View#11 Navigating Self-Worth and Finding Balance: A Deep Dive with Melissa MuirSend us a textIn this episode, Courtney Gray and Melissa Muir aka Metlasmith Melissa engage in a revealing and heartfelt conversation about self-worth, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the challenges and triumphs of their personal and professional lives. They discuss the importance of persistence, the power of intention setting and manifestation, and the value of authentic connections. Through shared stories of loss, growth, and resilience, they offer insight into finding clarity, balance, and fulfillment. Join them for an inspiring dialogue that emphasizes the transformative power of open, honest conversations.The full Video of this...2025-01-2137 minThe Jeweler's View#10 "Breaking Free: Tackling Decision Paralysis with Intuition"Send us a textIn this episode of The Jeweler's View, we tackle a major stumbling block for many creatives: decision paralysis. Join your host Courtney Gray as she shares personal anecdotes and actionable strategies to help you overcome self-doubt, perfectionism, and the overwhelming number of daily decisions. From the importance of trusting your intuition to simplifying your decision-making process and letting go of perfectionism, this episode is packed with insights to help you make confident choices in your creative journey and business. Don't miss the encouraging stories, practical advice, and a special announcement about next week's...2025-01-1414 min
Modern Body Modern LifeCourtney's Guest Interview on The Second Act Success PodcastI was honored to be interviewed on the Second Act Success Podcast about my journey from glass artist to Body and Life Coach.Shannon Russell and I had a conversation about why I choose to pivot into coaching, why I choose to focus on weight loss and how I help my clients lose weight for the last time.This is the perfect podcast if you want to learn more about my journey creating a huge second act in my life. I hope it gives you the courage to choose one for yourself!www.c...2024-12-1733 min