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The Hidden Creative Podcast33 - Seasons Of Stillness And The Power They HoldIn my stillness over the past few months I have been closely watching, curiously listening and piecing together a puzzle that forms our online business world as it is right now. As I’ve been slowly putting it all together, I’ve noticed a few pieces of the puzzle that are missing…In this episode I share with you a personal manuscript for the season of stillness I have been in and the changes I want to help make in our small town creative business space. It includes a very raw recount of the past few months for Ta...
2025-04-3026 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast32 - It's Time For Serious ConversationAre you too sick and tired of the tasteless marketing that promises the "be all and end all" tactics to help you do something freaking amazing! And then actually doesn't deliver on the thing it promised in the first place? Me too and do you know what, I am so ready for real conversation it's not funny!Today's episode is more like a candid chat with a friend over a good cuppa - haha, almost literally - as I share with you why a cup of tea has been so healing in my business journey. W...
2024-12-0314 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast31 - The Biz Skills They Don't Tell You About!When you think of the skills that’s needed to run a business, what do YOU think of? Marketing + sales, branding, financial management, the list goes on.. These ARE skills that everyone advertises and promotes to those wanting to grow a business. These, let’s say formal set of skills, are certainly skills we can work on to help our business grow. However, they are not the only areas we should place our focus. And rather than relying heavily on gaining knowledge around these more formal set of skills, there’s a set of skills that one...
2024-11-2013 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast30 - The Superpower In CONSISTENTLY Providing What Your Clients Know They Will GetI feel like consistency is a dangerous word when chatting with a room full of creatives. Because the second consistency in business becomes the topic, I know most of you tune out. But before you do…. Being consistent is something that we are not. If anything, we creatives are consistent at being inconsistent. That’s our thing. It allows us to get creative, move on to something else quickly, produce ideas, create something magical that others didn’t see, it's our mojo. However, and here’s the penny drop moment… consistency is what grows your business. An...
2024-11-0514 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast29 - How To Receive The Benefits Of Feedback Without Feeling DeflatedOpening the floor for feedback can be scary. We worry that by asking people their thoughts, that it will bring about a scurry of emotions, opinions and a harsh reality we aren’t ready to hear. But, here’s the thing. If you don’t do this, you will never know what they’re thinking. And if you don’t do this, you may be pouring your heart and soul into something that people don’t actually want. So today, we are chatting about how you can seek constructive, useable feedback that doesn’t leave you feeling deflated. _________...
2024-10-3022 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast28 - How To Create A Deeper Impact + Meaningful Relationship With Your ClientsIn this episode we are talking about the things in business that actually allow you to stand out and create more meaningful relationships and a deeper impact. I am sharing a real life example of where I witnessed these things in action and how a particular business is creating a unique experience for their clients to talk about! This episode is full of action inspiration, so make sure you have your notes open on your phone or a notepad and pen nearby. In Today's episode I mentioned Mjolner, a restaurant in Sydney with a very w...
2024-10-2216 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast27 - Unexpected Opportunities and Amazing Outcomes Because Of Them!“If I had of known who this lady was before I reached out to see if she was free to catch up, I probably never would have had the courage to reach out to her in the first place. Little old me, a photographer from a small town with big ideas, but who certainly did not have her sh*t together, sitting in front of this amazing woman who had accomplished all these things I could only dream about, talking to me about her story.It was such a privilege, and one that would open my eyes to...
2024-10-1616 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast26 - Lost Your Confidence? I've Got You!Confidence is the emotion that guides you as a business owner in EVERYTHING that you do. It is what allows you to serve, create, nurture, sell, grow, etc… If you don’t feel confident within your self, it shows and will be the thing that stops you in a heart beat. Today, I share with you honestly how a lack of self confidence stopped me for the past 6 months in my business. Why, how, what and where I am at right now and some insights that I have learnt that will hopefully help you in your journey too!
2024-10-0914 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast25 - What Is Success With Louise HollidayYes, we need money to pay the mortgage, the rent, the electricity. Yes, our business needs money to buy new stock, to pay for the subscriptions, to pay for website hosting, etc. BUT, have you found yourself thinking - I’m not in it for the money? Do you shy away from the 10x, or 6 figure promise that is splashed across the internet? I do too :) And that’s why I invited Louise Holliday from Theodore & George as our guest on the podcast today because her take on what success means to h...
2024-03-0442 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast24 - The Real, The Raw + The Honest With Keira GiffordToday we get incredibly real, raw and honest with intuitive brand + web designer, creatress of the amazing small business Raw Confetti and Mumma of one, Keira Gifford!I am so excited that we have finally done this, because during our coffee catch ups we have often said it would be great to turn our chats into an episode for the Hidden Creative. So we did, and we can't wait for you to hear it! This episode touches on many different aspects of being a business owner and a Mother; topics that can often be sensitive i...
2024-02-1950 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast23 - Finding Your Talent With Sam SnapeThe Hidden Creative is about helping those people who need to recognise their talents. To give confidence to those who aren’t yet confident enough to go all in. No matter where you are in your journey, the world needs what only you can provide, and the hidden creative podcast is about helping you bring your dreams to life and share your gift with others, no matter what. The guest that I’m interviewing today is what the Hidden Creative means to me. He inspires me with his courage and laid back attitude. His depth of emotion that...
2024-02-0523 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast22 - The New Social Media Guide For Rural Creatives“Being social” according to Google means you crave companionship, belonging, community.However, I would strongly argue the point that the Social Media we know today has been named incorrectly. Because even though at first glance it might seem that way, it actually has many differing qualities that would prove otherwise.Today we are chatting about a new way of using social media in hope to bring about a positive change. _________ DM Taylah on Instagram to chat! https://www.instagram.com/iamtaylahmaree Full shownotes for all episodes can be found at ht...
2024-01-2219 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast21 - Creative Insight From A Rural Occupational Therapist With Louise WhittonDo you know what… general society shouldn’t dictate what you market for. It shouldn’t tell you what your goals are. It shouldn’t be the reason for your actions. And yet somehow along the way, we forget that we set the intention of our business. That instead of focusing on advertising for more clients for example, that maybe we should break away from society’s expectations, and advertise for incredibly aligned employees. That maybe the goal isn’t to have a million followers but in actual fact it's to make the biggest difference for just one person. T...
2024-01-0828 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast20 - A Creative At Heart With James O'Hanlon“I think it’s allowed me to be myself a little bit in a way that maybe wouldn’t have been possible if I wasn’t regional. I think regional communities are really just crying out for good people to do good things.” The beautiful words spoken by our incredible guest James O’Hanlon in today’s podcast episode. As a multi passionate, regional creative sharing his talent through many different platforms, I know that you will resonate too with his story. James shares honestly about putting yourself out there, naming what you do as a creative and the many wa...
2023-12-0445 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast19 - Put Yourself Out There And Gain New Opportunities Let's talk about putting yourself out there. It's scary isn't it. As a business owner you are faced with putting yourself out there into your community, into the world, in so many different ways to help grow our business. It can be challenging at times and hard to overcome the fear of showing up in new ways. Our guest on the podcast has a story that I think will really help you! She has put herself out there in a big way and has grown a successful business in doing so. This platform that she has created ha...
2023-07-1745 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast18 - Creating An Impactful Business Platform That Inspires With Jacinta MannionShe started her hire business with 4 cars back in 2011 and today she has almost 150 vehicles across 2 different states. She founded her business when her son started kindy and her twin daughters were in their final year of pre school. She created a business that filled a hole in the market and grew a platform that allows her to not only help her staff grow, but give back to her community in incredible ways. And today, she is a guest on the Hidden Creative podcast. Join me as I chat with Jacinta Mannion from Ultra Fleet about her a...
2023-07-0331 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast17 - Are You A Hidden Creative?If I were to ask you what you thought makes a person creative, what would your answer be - someone who can draw, someone who can paint? What if I were to tell you that those first thoughts you have of a creative person are only just the beginning to what being a creative is all about, and that up until now - you may not have even thought that YOU are a creative… Let me enlighten you in today's episode where we chat all about the hidden creative and how you my ambitious listener, can change the...
2023-06-1908 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast16 - The True Reason Why We're Business Owners With Britt AbrahamIn loving memory of our beautiful Britt. I am forever grateful that Britt said yes to being interview on the podcast, because it means we have this episode to cherish and hold onto 🤍🕊️ Britt was the owner of Unlax Candles, a soy wax candle business operating from a little rural town called Breeza. While Britt made candles to fill your home with amazing scents, her business was SO much more than just this. Her story of where her business began is touching and her words throughout this episode are so incredible bittersweet. She has left us with...
2023-06-0536 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast15 - Talking Creative Business Adventures With Steph Wanless From FOUND RegionalFrom travelling the world in exploration of her creative soul, to settling back home launching what is now known as one of the region's most inspiring magazines, FOUND Regional, Steph Wanless shares her incredible journey so far!You will want a cuppa for this one, because this magazine founder, writer, mother and wife has a lot to say about creative business, family and everything in between. Join me for a chat with Steph._________To connect with Steph and FOUND Regional magazine, visit https://www.foundregional.com.au/For full shownotes from...
2023-05-2946 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast14 - Un-busy Your Mind + Utilise Your Time In A More Intentional Way!There is this wave of busy-ness flooding through the business community and I hear it every day. There is just so much to do and so little time to do it and I feel it’s a trap we have fallen into.But, there is only so far you can go running in the “busy” direction before something has to give, and as a creative, it’s going to be your creativeness.In today's episode, I have invited Renee from Life and Business In Alignment onto the podcast to chat about how to “un-busy” your mind so that...
2023-05-2242 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast13 - How To Make Your Regional Small Business UniqueDo you lose time wondering how to make your business stand out in your small town? How to do something different and unique? How to set your business apart from the rest? In today’s episode, we chat with Holli from ZV Fitness in Gunnedah about her journey to helping her clients in a whole new way that not only reflects her brand but allows her business to stand out and make a big impact! Pull up a seat, because this one you won’t want to miss!_________For more details on ZV Fitne...
2023-04-2425 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast12 - How To Grow Your Business In A Small TownWondering how to grow your business in a small town? In today’s episode, I chat with Andrea from Soul Hair Studio all about her journey moving from the city to country, what is has been like growing a business in a regional town and how very different it is from life in the city. Andrea shares her story, plus incredibly helpful tips for anyone making the change or running a business in a small town! Grab a cuppa and your note book, you'll want to listen in close! _________ DM Taylah on Instagram to c...
2023-04-1034 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast11 - Tips From Creating A Digital CourseFor the past 2 and half years I have been growing this platform for regional small business owners and creatives who lift each other up, inspire one another, motivate and hold each other accountable and this is just the side effect of what it all started out as! The Mindful Business Hub digital course has changed my entire business platform for the better and today I share with you its story! I invite you inside my world and why, how + when I created my first digital course. _________ DM Taylah on Instagram to cha...
2023-04-0616 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast10 - Fill The Gap And Create A Business With Impact With Shay BayntonReady to be inspired by one amazing story about a mum who created a resource for her daughter that is now available to the world to help parents talk to their tweens about the sensitive topics?In this episode I am chatting with Shay from Evrybody about her journey to becoming a business owner and it all started by creating something that wasn't available in the market. I find so often that businesses are created by filling a gap in what's available and that is exactly what Shay is speaking with us about today! She has filled...
2023-03-2734 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast9 - Owning A Business Can Heal The Soul With Jodi DolbelIf you have ever felt as though your business helps to keep you going, heals your soul and gives you the freedom to be the person you were born to be, you are not alone. Today, I chat with one amazing creative about her business journey, one of healing and inspiration. Owning a business is so much more than just registering a name in the business register. In this episode you will discover exactly how much a business can influence your life... for the better!-----For more details on Jodi Dolbel and her b...
2023-02-2745 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast8 - Behind The Scenes With Tracie Finlay AKA My MummaShe crafts bespoke freeform opal jewellery, had a clothing boutique and manufactured her own clothing label for 20+ years, helps her husband run their 10,000 acre property in regional Australia and is my Mumma and greatest inspiration of all. Today, I want to share with you a behind the scenes of the life of Tracie Finlay, a creative mother and grandmother bringing her dreams to life in a regional location in Australia!-----For more details on Tracie Finlay and her business Dragonfly Opal, visit https://www.dragonflyopal.comDM Taylah on...
2023-02-1334 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast7 - New Year Goal Setting 101We all rush to set goals at the beginning of the year - it’s the done thing right? But, what if you are missing the point altogether and rather than creating goals that are thought of today, based on the expectations of others or what is happening in society at that moment, why not consider what you are already working towards, and make that even grander! Expand on your values as they are, or better yourself by identifying the areas of your life that can do with some work. Don’t create pointless goals that set you u...
2023-01-0215 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast6 - Today Enjoy WholeheartedlyMy hope for you, is that you find your stillness in these moments before 2023 begins. I hope that you hit pause, truly be present and in your moments + let go of all expectations you place on yourself. And I hope that you can truly relax and soak up this moment before 2023 begins.This is my final podcast episode for 2022 and I want to thank you from my whole heart for listening! I am so excited for 2023 and for what's to come for the Hidden Creative Podcast!-----DM Taylah on Instagram to chat...
2022-12-3104 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast5 - Why YOU Can Do It Too!I know you have big, crazy ideas. I know that your ideas will change someone’s life for the better. And I know that you are too scared, lack the confidence + doubt yourself too much to bring those ideas to life - at the moment. But, after today’s podcast episode where I share with you my own story, I hope this gives you the push to share your ideas with the world. Because, what only you can provide is something wonderful, don’t let us miss out on that.In this episode, I am inviting you inside...
2022-12-0518 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast4 - Why Owning A Business Requires More Than Just Sales And FiguresOwning a business is about so much more than just selling a product or service, worrying about your numbers on socials or making sure that your sales pitch is "perfect" - today you will discover the heart and soul behind one very successful regional business and what the owner does to make his business incredibly impactful.Join me as I chat with the owner of Bubbles & Bones, a local pet grooming business that has exploded in the first 18 months of its creation! Kurtis is going to let you in on his personal journey - which is heartwarming...
2022-11-2134 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast3 - The Reason Why You Aren't Taking Action And How You Can Fix ThisNo matter what you want to do, why you want to do it, or the research you put into discovering how to do it - if your mindset isn’t in the right space than unfortunately, you will do none of it. And that’s what we are talking about today.If you are a creative and you aren’t taking action, this episode is for you. I not only share with you why your mindset really is holding you back when you are a creative in business or looking to start a business, but also how you ca...
2022-11-1415 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast2 - How To Turn Your Hobby Into A Creative BusinessWhat better way to kick off the Podcast's first guest episode than by interviewing my beautiful best friend Michelle York about her adventures + how she turned a hobby into a creative business! We often joke that we should record our conversations because we cover so many different business related topics every time we chat, so instead of dreaming about it any longer, we made it happen! In this episode of the podcast I am inviting you inside a D+M with my bestie so make sure you have a cuppa and I hope you enjoy!-----
2022-11-0347 minThe Hidden Creative Podcast1 - How To Get Out Of Your Own WayDo you know that you stand in your own way at times? Don’t worry, I do it too. But, in my business journey so far I have also learnt a thing or two about getting out of your own way so that you can pursue what lights you up. In the podcast episode today I share with you my top 5 tips for not letting anything stand in your way - including yourself!-----DM Taylah on Instagram to chat! https://www.instagram.com/iamtaylahmareeFull shownotes for all episodes can be found at https://www.ta...
2022-11-0314 minThe Hidden Creative PodcastTrailer - The Hidden Creative Podcast with Taylah MareeWelcome to the Hidden Creative Podcast! How exciting it is finally here!If you are a regional creative, dreaming of building a business that unearths your hidden talents and allows you to make a big impact in the world than this podcast is for you! My name is Taylah and I am a photographer + creative business coach from a small town in northern NSW, Australia. In my travels I see so many insanely talented people from regional areas with incredible, life changing ideas, that don’t show the world who they truly are or what they are...
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