Today’s solo episode is the last of season two, and I’m doing something a little different: answering your thoughtful branding + business questions.
Late summer is my favourite time of year, and I’m in a reflective mood…thinking about what I want to hold onto and what I’m ready to let go of, as well as reflecting on beginnings, balance and what sustains us in business.
Over the past few weeks you’ve sent me questions about the early days of running a studio, sustaining a writing practice, managing nerves when starting a project and setting boundaries.
I’ve answered them all in a candid, ask-me-anything style — expect a mix of storytelling, practical insight and honest reflection.
Inside this episode:
Starting my design studio at 21
Pricing my creative and mentoring services
Managing nerves and stress when beginning new projects
Building confidence through communication and process
The freedom and reality of running a business
Setting and upholding boundaries with clients
The role of writing in my creative practice
Favourite business and creativity books
Books mentioned in this episode:
Playing Big by Tara Mohr
The Do Book Co series (Do Design, Do Disrupt, Do Fly, Do Story)
Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller
Brand Thinking by Debbie Millman
Brand Brilliance by Fiona Humberstone
Do Story by Bobette Buster
The podcast will be taking an autumn pause, but I’ll be back later this year with a bonus series and season three will follow in 2026.
In the meantime, I’d love to invite you into the Brand Seasons Clubhouse where I share a quarterly voicenote on a branding or business topic. Last time, I talked about the part AI plays in my work and later this week I’ll be delving into running my summer email retreat and choosing what to hold onto and let go of when assessing your services.
I also host co-creating sessions, a private podcast and branding workshops including this week’s Nurturing a Brand Ecosystem session. Scroll on for all the details or upgrade today.
I hope you find something useful or encouraging in this episode — and if it sparks more questions, feel free to ask in the comments.
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An invitation to my Campfire Session
On Friday 5th September, I’m hosting a Campfire Session, and you’re invited!
This three-hour journaling, workshop and co-working experience is shaping up nicely, and I’m excited to help fellow creatives, founders and writers reconnect with their brand in an aligned and spacious way.
Expect to:
Gain fresh clarity around your vision
Understand your brand ecosystem as a whole
See what’s thriving and what needs tending
Connect with others in a creative space
Leave with practical next steps
We’ll journal on six themes — Vision, Values, Voice, Vibration, Visibility and Viewpoint — then spend a hour learning about cultivating a brand ecosystem. This will follow with a co-working session to help you take action.
You’ll also receive early access to The Lookout, my new brand audit guide. Upgrade to get your invitation!
