Creatives Rule the World

In the latest episode of the Thrive by Design podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Kristina Mand-Lahkiani, author of the empowering book, Becoming Flawesome. 

Kristina is also the co-found…

When you started your journey as a jewelry maker, you probably didn't anticipate the need to become a professional marketer as well. But here's the reality: if you're not actively marketing, it can b…

Ready to leverage the power of social media platforms like Instagram to supercharge your email list growth? Don't worry, I won't leave you hanging if Instagram isn't your cup of tea—I've got a couple…

Are you tired of the nine-to-five grind? Do you yearn for the freedom and fulfillment that comes with running your own business? If you've ever considered quitting your day job to pursue your jewelry…

Growing up in a dysfunctional environment with an alcoholic mother, ADHD, drug abuse, foster care, and prison, best-selling author of Buy Back Your Time, Dan Martell, has an incredible and inspiratio…

Can you feel that? 

It's the warm embrace of summer wrapping around us, bringing with it a welcome slowdown for most jewelry business owners, unless you're one of the amazing souls bustling away at…

Meet Your New Favorite Summer Read – Tough Titties by Laura Belgray

If you don’t already know Laura (ummm…hello?), then you should! She's an amazing copywriter, writer, and master storyteller, and sh…

One of the reasons jewelry business founders feel frustrated during a slow season is that they're focused on a lack of sales instead of shifting their focus to how they can make the most of the slow …

Creating a Clear Vision for the Future of Your Jewelry Business

Do you have a clear vision for your business? If not, it's time to shift your focus from just making and selling to strategic planning.

One of the biggest mistakes I see a lot of jewelry business owners make, and business owners in general, is not taking the time to plan and document a vision of what they're trying to create. 

With…

If you’ve hit a growth plateau in your business, there’s a good chance it’s time to hire your second in command. I’ve seen designers in our Flourish and Thrive community experience these plateaus, wh…

There was a time when I was happy to stick my head in the sand when it came to business finances, P&L statements, and balance sheets. 

That didn’t bode well for me as I eventually declared bankruptcy…

In the beginning, when you're building a business on a shoestring, you’re probably doing everything yourself. 

But as your business grows, it can get overwhelming to continue doing all the things.

So…

How to Focus Your Time When To Scale Your Business from 100K to 500K to 1MM

What got you here is not going to get you there. 

Even when you’ve had success in your business, you’ll need to adapt your …

There’s one thing I know for sure…

…just when you’ve streamlined your business processes or nailed some new piece of tech, things change! 

And probably more than once if you’re in business for more t…

Is Instagram still a viable marketing channel for your jewelry business?

Great question which comes on the heels of a maker movement happening on Instagram right now.

Here’s the short of the long: a …

Q: How do I grow my jewelry sales on my website?

A: Growing your online jewelry business sales is part strategy, part consistency, and part daily practice. 

One of my favorite things to do is to answ…

If you’ve been struggling to grow your online sales using your website as a sales tool, you’ll love today’s episode!

Last week, I hosted a panel of makers who shared how they grew their jewelry busin…

Overcoming Creative Burnout in Jewelry Business: Discover how Morgan McGoff of Skinny Dip jewelry rekindled her passion, boosted sales by 26%, and found inspiration in the Train Your Customers to Buy…

Have you ever felt stuck in the same place for a LONG time? 

Or maybe you say that you want something to change or be different but you aren’t taking the actions to change for yourself.

I’m not here …