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Trying something new this week with a new little episode format! In this episode, Margo is joined for a short conversation with fellow creative and friend of the Windowsill, Abby Campbell. They explore a few recent articles and subject matter that they’ve been chewing on such as the recent FTC ruling banning non-compete agreements, a Harvard Business Review article on combating burnout, and a fascinating tech piece on Nightshade—a new tool designed to protect artists' works from AI exploitation.
Have a topic or article you want to hear about in a creative current events episode? Send us a DM on Instagram!
Connect with Abby:
https://www.abbyjcampbell.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ajcampkc/
https://www.pinterest.com/ajcampbell/
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by friend of the Windowsill, Emily McDowell. As an advisor, thought partner, and coach, Emily McDowell helps save creative entrepreneurs’ time, money, and sanity, and helps product-based brands succeed. As founder of the stationery brand Em & Friends, she created Empathy Cards, a more honest and supportive alternative to traditional sympathy cards, which drew organic coverage by hundreds of major media outlets in 22 countries and inspired a sea change to the industry. As a writer and illustrator, her work has gone viral countless times, and for over a decade, she’s been known for creating products that make people wonder if she’s been reading their diaries. Emily is also the co-author and illustrator of There Is No Good Card for This: What to Say and Do When Life Gets Scary, Awful, and Unfair to People You Love, and offers unsolicited advice, cautionary tales, and missives from the great adventure of midlife in her Substack newsletter, Unqualified.
Margo and Emily discuss:
Her experiences in going viral unexpectedly
the mental shift from creating for joy to creating for profit and how it affects the process and output
The transition from owning a stationary company to creative coaching
Challenges and revelations in manufacturing
Keeping creativity alive amidst business endeavors
Inclusivity and diversity in creative communities
The psychological and creative benefits of engaging in non-monetizable creative activities
Her experience in exiting/selling a business and having a non-compete agreement
Licensing creative work
Connect with Emily:
www.withemilymcdowell.com
www.thegreatergoodsalliance.com
www.emilymcdowell.substack.com
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined again by tax expert for creatives, Hannah Cole. Hannah specializes in working with creative businesses and mission-driven solopreneurs. A long-time working artist herself, she’s helped tens of thousands of self-employed people skill up with accessible tax and money education, through her Money Bootcamp program, speaking engagements, and through her podcast. Margo and Hannah unpack the complex world of finances, exploring the impactful financial habits that can safeguard your future, the emotional hurdles around financial literacy, and how shifts in mindset can lead to financial empowerment. They also dive into the importance of IRA contributions and the significant tax advantages they offer, the impact of non-compete laws on wages and even some antitrust law news.
Margo and Hannah discuss:
Why understanding and managing finances can feel particularly hard for creative businesses
Some of the mental shifts necessary for artists to tackle financial understanding and planning effectively
Non-compete agreements
Antitrust laws and how small businesses are currently being impacted
Understanding state business licensing and quarterly taxes for freelancers
Daily investment tips to potentially reach a million-dollar retirement fund
Hannah’s advocacy for basic, proven investment methods over complex strategies
Why you should focus on minimizing fees and long-term wealth building
Sign up for Money Bootcamp with Hannah and receive $100 off by using code WINDOWSILL at checkout!
Connect with Hannah:
https://www.sunlighttax.com/
https://www.sunlighttax.com/podcast
https://www.sunlighttax.com/deductionsguide
Free class on-demand: go.sunlighttax.com/register
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by the incredibly talented Leigh Standley, founder of Curly Girl Design. Lee has been making waves in the greeting card industry since 2003, creating beautifully crafted cards that resonate deeply. In this episode, Leigh opens up about the evolution of her business through the seismic shifts in technology and consumer behaviors over the past two decades. From the early days of e-commerce to dealing with the challenges brought on by the pandemic that forced a business model shift from wholesale to direct sales, Leigh shares her journey of adaptability, passion, and persistence. She also shares her thoughtful approach to business, emphasizing personal values, the importance of meaningful connections, and why she remains committed to crafting products that genuinely speak to the heart.
Margo and Leigh discuss:
The history of Curly Girl Design since its inception in 2003
How her personal values have influenced the decision-making process in her business
Why she pivoted from wholesale to direct sales and challenges that arose during the shift
Advice for creative entrepreneurs and the importance to think beyond the “just start” phase
The evergreen business model
Selling meaningful, consumable items that you’re proud of as a creative
The importance of interacting directly with your customers
Business success beyond the financial aspect
Her new mystery box product offering
And more!
Connect with Leigh:
https://www.curlygirldesign.com/
https://www.instagram.com/curlygirldesign
https://www.instagram.com/leigh.standley/
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by Aussie Surface Pattern Designer Rachael King. Obsessed with pattern from an early age, Rachael King grew up watching her talented mother making clothes not only for her and her siblings but for bridal and formal events too. While working in her mom's fabric shop, she mused over how the pattern repeated over the fabric and wondered how fabric was printed and wouldn't it be wonderful to design fabric too? It took another 23 years before Rachael was able to start a diploma in graphic design that would then lead into her dream of becoming a surface pattern designer. Represented by Nerida Hansen at Surtex in 2017 led to her first licensed collection with Spotlight stores and since then she has worked with fashion, homewares and greeting card companies, been a part owner in a print-on-demand fabric business, self-published two books, and is now teaching and mentoring in her much-loved industry. Rachael adores the connection she makes with fellow designers through her various touchpoints and feels very privileged to be able to inspire and nurture emerging surface designers.
Margo and Rachael discuss:
Rachael’s creative path and how her mom instilled a love for creativity in her
Self-publishing her book, Pattern Pulse, after initial rejection
Elizabeth Gilbert's book, Big Magic, and how it catalyzed her creative endeavors
Tribulations and triumphs of women in the creative business landscape: asserting value, advocating for fair compensation, and having a network of peers and mentors
The importance of physical art in a digital age
Why individuality and authenticity are crucial to the art industry
How artists can stay true to their unique style while also being commercially viable
Challenges of building a creative community in Australia
The influence and support that often comes from maternal figures in fostering creativity
Thoughts and tips for artists facing low payment offers
Connect with Rachael:
www.rachaelking.com.au
www.patternpulse.com.au
www.instagram.com/rachaeldoesdesign
www.instagram.com/australiansurfacedesigners
www.facebook.com/rachaelkingdesignsbrisbane
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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In this part 2 of 2 episode, Margo is joined by founder of Lonesome Pictopia, Melanie Nead. Rooted in American tattooing, the wild spaces of the Pacific Northwest, and the belief that all work should be a force for good, Lonesome Pictopia is a woman-owned design collective creating magical worlds with original wallpapers, textiles, and murals. After fifteen years as a custom tattoo artist, Melanie turned her love of plants and pattern to creating one-of-a-kind, hand-painted murals, with an eye on releasing a house line in the spirit of historic wallcoverings. Their deeply designed wallpapers are traditionally printed in the UK by a sustainable manufacturer of some of the finest wallpapers in the world. Her work has appeared in Architectural Digest, Luxe Magazine, Casa Vogue Brazil, and the Business of Home podcast, among many others.
Margo and Melanie discuss:
How to manage project expectations, setting clear boundaries and communication with clients
The power in systems in order to save time and costs
How building in a margin of error to the cost of projects has helped her team
Infusing personal values and making a social impact into her work
Math and knowing your numbers as a creative business owner
Positioning yourself and how it can build confidence
And more!
Connect with Melanie:
www.lonesomepictopia.com
www.instagram.com/lonesomepictopia
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by founder of Lonesome Pictopia, Melanie Nead. Rooted in American tattooing, the wild spaces of the Pacific Northwest, and the belief that all work should be a force for good, Lonesome Pictopia is a woman-owned design collective creating magical worlds with original wallpapers, textiles, and murals. After fifteen years as a custom tattoo artist, Melanie turned her love of plants and pattern to creating one-of-a-kind, hand-painted murals, with an eye on releasing a house line in the spirit of historic wallcoverings. Their deeply designed wallpapers are traditionally printed in the UK by a sustainable manufacturer of some of the finest wallpapers in the world. Her work has appeared in Architectural Digest, Luxe Magazine, Casa Vogue Brazil, and the Business of Home podcast, among many others.
Margo and Melanie discuss:
Her creative path and the transition from tattoo artist to surface pattern designer
navigating the balance between tradition and innovation within her art
How to manage project expectations, setting clear boundaries and communication with clients
Infusing personal values and making a social impact into her work
The difficulty that comes with shifting career paths
Discovering a passion for design after tattooing
The impact of design and creativity on mental health
The magic that comes from authenticity and experimental drive
Business systems for creative entrepreneurship and how platforms like Instagram can still be a powerhouse for business growth
Balancing the need for creative mental space with the business demands of schedules and deadlines
Maintaining and revitalizing historic crafts and artistic expressions
Cinema as a design inspiration
Connect with Melanie:
www.lonesomepictopia.com
www.instagram.com/lonesomepictopia
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined once again by surface pattern designer, intuitive art maker, and course creator Jessica Swift. As a child, Jessica sported a nearly-permanent Crayola marker stain on her left arm, from pinky to elbows so, naturally, she became an artist. She creates colorful, uplifting artwork and manufactures her own products in her studio in Portland, Oregon. She also collaborates with inspiring companies and publishers to create branded products such as fabric, stationery, puzzles, books, and more. She's the author of 3 books and teaches online classes on topics including pattern design, color, and intuitive art-making.
Margo and Jessica discuss:
The pivotal moment that changed the trajectory of Jessica’s career as an artist
How she combines outer art mediums with an inner focus for healing
Using art making as a portal for personal discovery and self expression
How to tune out external noise in order to trust your inner voice better
How engaging with art can impact decision-making
Jessica’s approach in how she uses art as a vehicle for personal growth and insight rather than just an aesthetic outcome
Authentic expression online
Her upcoming course, Unleashed: A Creative Journey to Inner Freedom
Connect with Jessica:
www.jessicaswift.com
www.instagram.com/jessicaswift
https://www.artforselfcare.com/unleashed
Windowsill Chats Episode 105
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined once again by artist, metalsmith, teacher, creative business coach, writer, and entrepreneur Megan Aumen. Megan has built a multi-faceted business around her passion for art, design, and creativity. In addition to her eponymous jewelry line and various other creative pursuits (including textile design, painting, and sculpture), she runs Designing an MBA, where she talks and teaches about the intersection of art and business, and Artists and Profit Makers, an online mentorship program for creative business owners. She is the author of four books, including Try It & See and Permission to Be an Artist.
Margo and Megan discuss:
The importance of experiential art
Understanding the seasonality of a business and why it’s important
Her journey with both self-doubt and self-empowerment when it comes to valuing creative work
Rest and relaxation for creatives and how she integrates principles into her own life to maintain a healthy creative process
Traditional advice that’s often given to artists regarding problem-solving and how it can limit their creative expression and the impact of their work
Generative AI: ethical considerations and its impact on creative workers
Connect with Megan:
shop.meganauman.com
instagram.com/meganauman
youtube.com/meganauman
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by book-loving, notebook-hoarding literacy teacher educator who is on a mission to change lives one book and one notebook at a time, Stephanie Affinito. Stephanie blogs about the power of leading literate lives and podcasts weekly on books and reading, writing and notebooks and everything in between. Stephanie shares about the transformative power of reading and writing and how her own personal journey of rediscovering creativity through self-expression and the joy of literature.
Margo and Stephanie discuss:
Reading and writing as a form of therapy
Understanding restorative reading practices
The science behind reading for mental and physical health
The connection between literacy and emotional well-being
Encouraging joyful reading habits
Building a book apothecary
The importance of starting with achievable goals
Establishing rituals around reading
And so much more
Connect with Stephanie:
www.alitlife.com
www.instagram.com/AffinitoLit
www.facebook.com/AffinitoLit
www.twitter.com/AffinitoLit
www.threads.net/@affinitolit
www.getliterate.co
stephanie-affinito-0cab.mykajabi.com/envelopesofliteratelove
stephanie-affinito-0cab.mykajabi.com/workwithstephanie
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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The one and only Lisa Congdon is back in the windowsill for an honest conversation on work life balance, creating harmony and ease in life, and what she’s given up in order to have more of what she wants. Illustrator and author Lisa Congdon is best known for her colorful, graphic drawings and hand lettering. She works for clients around the world including Comme des Garçons, Crate and Barrel, Facebook, MoMA, REI, and Harvard University among many others. She is the author of ten books, including the starving-artist-myth-smashing Art Inc: The Essential Guide to Building Your Career as an Artist and her latest book Find Your Artistic Voice: The Essential Guide to Working Your Creative Magic.
Margo and Lisa discuss:
The notion of work life balance and Lisa’s current take on it
The process of engangling herself from being a workaholic
Creating a self care and wellness practice
The importance of non-monetized hobbies
The learning lessons that come from decision making
Why she always says “every mistake is progress”
The 80/20 rule when it comes to business income
Print on demand
How being disciplined has allowed her more freedom in her life
Connect with Lisa:
https://lisacongdon.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lisacongdon/
Art Inc. by Lisa Congdon
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by California photographer and retreat creator and host, Sarah Leader. Sarah received her first camera at the age of 8 and hasn’t stopped photographing since but her why and who she photographs has evolved several times over while still saying true to her own style and uniqueness. She found a passion for empowering women through the art of photography in 2010, which evolved into a retreat offering called "Persephone Unleashed.” Persephone Unleashed was born from Sarah’s belief that women are magic, as well as her fiery passion to document beautiful creatures as they break free of their chrysalis. Her approach to photographing women is founded on authenticity & self-compassion, and she practices it by showing up to that space with you, unapologetically herself — awkward, messy bits and all.
Margo and Sarah discuss:
Her personal journey with creativity and photography
The inspiration and story behind Persephone Unleashed (stemming from her own Postpartum Depression) and how it’s evolved since its inception
Using photography as a form of storytelling
How she approaches photographing women with authenticity and self-compassion
How she uses photography as a tool for empowering women and how self portraiture contributes to their sense of self and liberation
Margo’s experience at Persephone Unleashed
Creating an environment that encourages women to break free and embrace their authenticity
Tips for how individuals can embrace their own unique beauty and tell their stories through photography (even if they're not professional photographers)
The incredible team at Persephone Unleashed
Upcoming events and more
Mentioned:
Exploring the Interwoven Journey of Spirituality and Creativity: Jade Chen on Shamanic Practices, the Potency of Nature, and Personal Evolution (Episode 174)
Connect with Sarah:
www.persphoneunleashed.com
www.instagram.com/persephoneunleashed
https://sarahkathleen.com/
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by former Windowsill Chats guest, Lori Siebert. Lori, an accomplished artist with a rich background in graphic design and art licensing, shares the evolution of her creative journey, reflecting on the major shifts in her life post turning 60, from handling significant losses to prioritizing joy and self-care. Together, they share insights into recent personal health discoveries and why they’ve decided to prioritize their health now and how they hope to encourage you to do the same. Lori also shares on the shift in her career, choosing projects that resonate personally after selling her studio building and relieving financial pressures. She discusses how this pivotal decision, along with a newfound pursuit of happiness through self-care, led her to acknowledge her chameleon-like adaptability as a signature mark in her art.
Margo and Lori discuss:
The intersection of creativity and health and why you can’t have one without the other
Discovering new creative passions that aid in wellness such as cooking
Plank contests and pilates
Unique art challenges and how they infuse their lives with inspiration
How intergenerational relationships impact Lori’s creative process
Prioritizing sleep
Managing time and maintaining a healthy balance between work, self-care, and creativity
Upcoming events and plans for Lori
And more!
Connect with Lori:
http://www.instagram.com/lorisiebert.studio/
http://www.pinterest.com/lorisie
http://www.facebook.com/lorisiebertstudio
www.lorisiebert.com
Connect with Margo:
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.windowsillchats.com
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by tax expert Hannah Cole who specializes in working with creative businesses and mission-driven solopreneurs. A long-time working artist herself, she’s helped tens of thousands of self-employed people skill up with accessible tax and money education, through her Money Bootcamp program, speaking engagements from Florida to Alaska, and on the Sunlight podcast. She is the founder of Sunlight Tax. As artists carve their paths through various industries, they encounter a myriad of challenges, yet financial literacy is rarely addressed, leading to feelings of failure and shame. Today's conversation with Hannah sheds light on this systemic failure and turns it into a journey of empowerment and self-compassion (something all creatives should have)!
Margo and Hannah discuss:
The responsibilities that come with being a small business owner in the US
Navigating self-employment taxes and optimizing deductions
Personal struggles that Hannah faced within her own creative career and financial literacy
What propelled her towards accounting education
How she acts as a translator between the creative and tax worlds
Simple advice artists can implement today when it comes to money management
Her Money Bootcamp program and podcast
How to save more money
And more!
Connect with Hannah:
www.instagram.com/sunlighttax
www.sunlighttax.com
www.sunlighttax.com/podcast
Make Taxes Easier and Stash an Extra $130k in Your Savings https://go.sunlighttax.com/free
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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In part two of this two-part episode, Margo is joined by illustrator, product designer, toy creator, and bookmaker of sophisticated and simple objects that inspire and delight young and old alike, Suzy Ultman. from graphic design to creating educational content for children, Suzy emphasizes the importance of infusing personal beliefs into professional projects and how hardships in her life such as her divorce and the loss of her sister played a role in her own creativity and imparting it on children. Make Time for Play is the main philosophy behind everything that she does as an artist and her signature products celebrate play, creativity, connection, and community in the world around us.
Margo and Suzy discuss:
Her desire to create more Jewish products to represent her culture and heritage
How personal struggles influenced her creative process and approach to life
The self-growth and happiness that comes alive through creativity
Using social media as a creative tool
Rediscovering the joy of Shabbat and what it brought back in to her life
The importance in finding time for creativity, self-reflection, and relationships
Her new kids stationery collaboration
And more
Connect with Suzy:
www.instagram.com/suzyultman
www.suzyultman.com
Connect with Margo:
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.windowsillchats.com
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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In this two-part episode, Margo is joined by illustrator, product designer, toy creator, and bookmaker of sophisticated and simple objects that inspire and delight young and old alike, Suzy Ultman. from graphic design to creating educational content for children, Suzy emphasizes the importance of infusing personal beliefs into professional projects and how hardships in her life such as her divorce and the loss of her sister played a role in her own creativity and imparting it on children. Make Time for Play is the main philosophy behind everything that she does as an artist and her signature products celebrate play, creativity, connection, and community in the world around us.
Margo and Suzy discuss:
Suzy’s creative path: transitioning from studying accounting to pursuing a career in graphic design
Her experience of working in design for Adidas
Prioritizing handwork, creativity, and inspiration in the creative process
How personal identity and cultural heritage plays a role in her creative process
Challenges she’s faced when integrating her Jewish identity into her work
Lessons learned from finding representation and building artistic vision
The importance of connection and community when it comes to doing creative work
Staying true to one's story and identity
Connect with Suzy:
www.instagram.com/suzyultman
www.suzyultman.com
Connect with Margo:
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.windowsillchats.com
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by fantastical and whimsical artist, Jules Gissler. Jules doesn’t color in the proverbial lines, and she is proud to create art that has a voice and a story. Over the years, my work has taken different shapes, as has she. Jules believes in being braver, bolder, and unafraid to take up space and also the important role humor and connection plays in our evolution. Jules' art is an embodiment of who she is. It’s how she lives her magic, the combination of vulnerability, attachment to nature, courage, and her voice that make her unlike any other being under the sun. She is grateful to have discovered these qualities and hopes the many layers of emotions and experiences she has, shows up in her work in a way that inspires smile-ish-ness (her Dr. Seuss made-up word) and connection.
Margo and Jules discuss:
Attending Montana State University to discovering her passion for art and jewelry design
The significance of music and its impact on her creativity
How she’s embraced new opportunities and takes initiative in business
Vulnerability, connection, and natures role in her creative journey
How she continually pushes forward in trying new things (artistic endeavors, life, etc.)
Storytelling through her art
Collaborating with a designer like Michael Grey for Birkenstock
Advice for artists navigating their own creative journeys
Learn the art of PROCreate with Beth Buffington by visiting https://www.bdi-create.today/windowsill
Connect with Jules:
https://www.julesgissler.com
https://instagram.com/julesAgissler
https://www.facebook.com/julesGisslerArtist
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jules-gissler
https://www.pinterest.com/julesgissler/
https://www.amazon.com/Save-Earth-Daisy-Sleeve-T-Shirt/dp/B09NTQ2SZW/
https://www.illustratorsforhire.com/featuring/jules-gissler-illustrator-for-hire
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com/
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by the cheeky glam ma'am behind the Champagne Fabulous brand of gifts and home decor, Mandi Blackford. Through her brand, Mandi encourages people of all ages to unabashedly be exactly who they WANT to be with her motto "Age Inappropriately.” A watercolor & acrylic artist previously selling under the brand Jetset Barbie Art, Mandi took her creative career to the next level in 2022 when she launched the Champagne Fabulous brand with her first two original products on Amazon in the US, UK, and Australia. A pool float in the shape of a champagne bottle, and a doorbell frame that says "Press for Champagne". All while maintaining her demanding full-time day job as a hotel software product manager. Mandi recently launched The Age Inappropriately Show – a weekly video podcast where hilarious content will always come back to the underlying message of encouragement to have self-love, confidence, and live authentically.
Margo and Mandi discuss:
Her Arkansas upbringing, Baptist background and her evolving desire to be a preacher's wife to becoming an artist
The unique path and many jobs that took her to Las Vegas, Austin, Dallas, and Chicago before moving to Longview, TX
What traveling taught her and how it inspired her first creative business name, Jetset Barbie
Finding a new form of creativity through painting at the age of 46
Making art profitable
The Amazon FBA program: learning the ins and outs to sell her products on Amazon
Learning to embracing her individuality and overcome societal norms
Her new podcast and video show, Age Inappropriately
And more!
Learn the art of PROCreate with Beth Buffington by visiting https://www.bdi-create.today/windowsill
Connect with Mandi:
https://champagnefab.com/
https://youtube.com/@champagnefab
https://www.instagram.com/champagnefabulousllc/
https://www.facebook.com/ChampagneFabulousLLC
https://www.tiktok.com/@champagnefab
https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/mandiblackford
https://twitter.com/champagnefaboo
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com/
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and courageous communication expert Amy Green Smith. Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. With acute focus on helping people “find their voice”, she is highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence, wisdom, and humor.
Margo and Amy discuss:
Her life crisis moment that led her to leave an industry she had great success in
The importance of effective communication and emotional well-being
Learning to find your voice and powerfully say 'No' as an artist
Combatting people-pleasing in business
Finding the right words, creating boundaries, and cultivating self-worth as an entrepreneur
Navigating uncomfortable conversations
The science behind our four fear responses (and how they hold creatives back)
Her amazing Free-sources
And so much more!
Learn the art of PROCreate with Beth Buffington by visiting https://www.bdi-create.today/windowsill
Connect with Amy:
Amygreensmith.com
http://amygreensmith.com/free
http://instagram.com/heyamygreensmith
http://facebook.com/heyamygreensmith
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyamygreensmith
http://twitter.com/heyamygreen
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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Margo is joined by listener favorite guest Beth Buffington. Beth is a licensed illustrator, and an online digital illustration instructor, creative coach, and podcaster. Like most creatives, she has been drawing since she was old enough to hold her favorite red crayon. After graduating with a degree in art and graphic design, Beth began her creative career working for “in-house” corporate art departments. After years of corporate communications, she decided to focus on her personal creative passions, by starting her own business. Her work has grown into several facets including home decor products, course creation and her latest creative outlet, adventure exploring and podcasting.
Margo and Beth discuss:
Beth’s creative path from in-house designer to entrepreneur
The importance of making time for self-improvement and finding joy in learning something new
Benefits of using technology, like Procreate, to create art anywhere
Challenges of rejection and finding a supportive community in pursuing creative work
How she discovered her passion for teaching
Balancing creative pursuits with other responsibilities
The power in consistent creativity and its effect on health
Her upcoming course, free workshops and podcast
And more!
Mentioned in this episode:
Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us by Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen
Connect with Beth:
https://www.bdi-create.today/windowsill
https://bdi-celebrate.today/
Create Today Podcast
https://www.instagram.com/b.b.buffington_celebratetoday/
https://www.facebook.com/BDIcreatetoday
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbbuffington/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFNR_jaR-CnBXIHC5RVTnQg
https://www.skillshare.com/profile/Beth-Buffington/4859209
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
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