Curated Collective Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Season 3 Episode 1 - Hey there, welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast! 🎙✨ In this episode I answer all your questions. From where to find clients, to how to get started as a designer and how to manage your day! I hope you find this episode helpful if you are an aspiring graphic designer. Questions? Drop them below and I will do my best to answer!Want to learn more about YouTube, design business, and more! Join the graphic design community here: https://patreon.com/curatedcollectiveco

Episode 23 - Hey there, welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast! 🎙✨ In this episode I share the 5 steps I take to prepare for taking time off without slowing down my graphic design business. From how to automate tasks, to how I prepare content and how I make a return plan. I go over it all with you and how I am able to relax and shut my computer knowing my business is still running. Want to learn more about YouTube, design business, and more! Join the graphic design community here: https://patreon.com/curatedcollectiveco Listen and FOLLOW the podcast on Spotify: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hlfa6DDvmOb 0:00 welcome :) 1:36 set up your systems 5:40 prepare content ahead of time

10:30 delegate tasks

13:16 time off is a biz strategy

14:45 create a return plan

18:20 thank you :)

Ep 14 - In this episode I share with the life lessons from my 20's because I turned 30 this week! I go into things I learned about business, relationships, money, health and wellness. I am so excited to turn 30 and enter into a new decade truly knowing who I am and what I am working towards. Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 30th birthday 0:20 focus on internal health first 1:40 let go of what you cannot control 6:13 it's not that serious 12:00 spending money wisely 15:45 everyone's just figuring it out 17:48 saying "no" is powerful 21:40 forgive others to move forward 24:42 schedule time for yourself 25:30 choose friends wisely 30:27 life moves fast, moments are precious

In this episode I introduce the new podcast name, Curated Collective, I am so excited to share more about this branch of my business that I have been working on! I am currently working away building a graphic design community and resource hub for you all. Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 new podcast name! 0:12 introducing myself 2:42 what is curated collective co. 3:45 what to expect 4:50 why the name? 6:35 how this is different 7:20 when is the launch date?! 7:30 sneak peak into community 9:00 what the community will offer 12:50 the changes you will see! 13:38 thank you :)

Ep 12 - In this episode I talk all about how to find peace when life gets chaotic. Whether it is friendships, relationships, sickness, health or work getting in the way, it is important to find peace amongst it all. Without chaos and disappointments, we wouldn't have the excitement or things to look forward too. April taught me to view the glass half full even though there was a few days that I felt really down. I wanted to feel my healthiest again, I wanted to dive back into work and hangout with friends, however, the universe kept reminding me to slow down and stop trying to do it all.

0:00 welcome! 0:50 feeling disconnected 2:26 feeling guilty for feeling negative 4:30 my april chaos 8:32 being too hard on myself 9:40 adult friendships and FOMO15:30 health is wealth17:00 putting health before work19:00 how to actually put yourself first24:42 how I am choosing peace over chaos 29:02 money and materialism 31:38 finding overall peace in my business33:22 thank you for listening to me :)

Ep 11 - Let's talk about all the tips and tricks I do to get out of a creative rut in this episode! In this episode I will dive into 4 different things I do to help me get those creative juices flowing and to help me feel inspired to create beautiful branding projects. If you feel stuck on your creative journey then this episode is for you! If you enjoy this episode or if any of the things I mentioned helped you please comment, like and subscribe! Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 welcome! 2:14 create themes around logos 4:52 draw before designing 6:43 step outside your cave 9:30 passion projects 11:54 final thoughts

In this episode I have special guest, Shay Frago, a holistic hormone health coach! We talk about all things business and how slowing down is important for speeding up! When you are aware of your hormones and your health everything else falls into place. When I went on a journey to discover my menstrual cycle and how to balance everything, I noticed that I was able to do more in my business. I had more energy and I was able to honor my body during the different phases of my cycle. Hope you enjoy this chat all about hormones and entrepreneurship!

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Ep 09 - In this episode I have special guest, Andria Vetick on to share her journey into graphic design! She not only went to college for design but has taken a few of my courses. Andria's story is so inspiring as she shares when she first got inspired to design. We also discuss the ways new clients can be found and how being prepared with a good process is ideal for onboarding freelancing clients. I hope you enjoyed this episode and feel motivated to also take your design passion to the next level! Go give Andria a follow here: https://www.instagram.com/andriavdesign/

Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 welcome 1:33 current client projects 3:15 meet Andria 8:59 college for graphic design 10:37 how to get started as a designer 13:28 how to balance 9-5 and design biz 19:50 landing client success story 12:40 social media for clients 25:05 hardest thing as a designer now 32:47 where to connect 33:10 thank you!

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Ep 08 - Discover the reality and hard truth about running a creative business in our episode, "6 Hard Truths About Being a Creative Business Owner." We're diving into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to make it as a business owner. From managing finances to the loneliness of entrepreneurship, I am laying it all out so you can thrive as a creative entrepreneur. This video is your guide to navigating the ups and downs of running your own creative business. Hope you enjoy this episode with straightforward advice and real talk about what it really means to be a creative boss. Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 let's make coffee 2:50 hard truth 1 7:57 hard truth 2 10:12 hard truth 3 14:21 hard truth 4 17:52 hard truth 5 22:25 hard truth 6

Ep 7 - Being a freelancer or graphic designer can mean freedom, but it also comes with managing your own taxes and that can get tricky. Don't worry! This podcast episode breaks down everything you need to know about taxes for freelance graphic designers in plain, simple terms with CPA and small business accountant, Jackie Easterday! In this video, Jackie goes over: S-Corp vs. LLC Keeping track of deductions and write offs Quarterly tax payments vs yearly Quick tips for organizing your finances If you're a freelancer looking to navigate tax season stress-free, this video is for you! Feel free to skip ahead to any of these parts: 0:00 welcome! 1:35 meet Jackie 5:11 what to look for in a CPA 6:15 LLC or S-Corp? 12:20 separating business and personal expenses 16:28 bank account set up 20:12 how much should you save? 22:12 how to pay yourself? 23:52 quarterly vs. yearly taxes 27:00 how to pay for taxes? 28:48 best way to save receipts 31:28 write off's 34:55 what to keep in mind for tax season 38:00 next steps 40:45 conclusion Check out Jackie's site and grab her helpful resources: https://easterdaygroup.com/