
A weekly kick-in-the-pants to go after your creative dreams. From a former Harvard corporate lawyer who built a million-dollar calligraphy education business… and then scaled it down intentionally to create a life full of creativity and freedom. Every week, I share a tactical business lesson + powerful brain reframe that will help you get unstuck. The perfect mix of strategy and warmth that never ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 177 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

Mian was a burned-out, unhappy tax lawyer who had quit calligraphy — twice. She had dabbled in it as a kid after her dad bought her a calligraphy set, and again as an adult, but her confidence got the best of her.
After adding the titles of lawyer,... more
If feeling “behind” leads to you disappearing... your perfectionism might be quietly sabotaging your life.
In this episode, I’m unpacking the hidden reason so many high achievers quit, disappear, or stay stuck in cycles of burnout and perfectionism... more
Think you need to be an expert before teaching calligraphy? You don’t.
In this episode of Creative Biz Real Talk, I break down exactly how I taught a fully booked calligraphy workshop (with a waitlist!)—and how you can confidently teach your first c... more
Calligraphy engravers are in HIGHER demand right now than ever - and you don’t have to have YEARS of experience to get paid for it!
In this episode, I’m breaking down the fastest, simplest path to landing your first paid calligraphy engraving job - ... more
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I’ve been following Shinah since the beginning and she is so inspiring. As an art teacher, this episode of Creative Business Real Talk really stayed with me.
It reminded me how often we (and our students) wait to feel “ready” before creating, when in reality, growth happens through the doing. That message of not needing to wait felt just as important for my classroom as it did for my own creative journey.
Such a good reminder to keep showing up, imperfectly and honestly.
Love Shinah’s awesome blend of “I know where you’ve been” empathy and her savvy business growth acumen! Thank you for showing us what is possible!
I just played the moving goal post episode by chance and it was so timely for me hear that content. What Shinah shares is so honest and relatable and they always boost my mood.
Thanks Shinah for helping us focus on the big picture. It’s so key for us with a corporate job and kids.
I love listening to Shinah’s podcast because it make me fall I love with calligraphy all over again and I’m motivated to be more creative. Thank you Shinah
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A practical, growth-focused show for creatives turning passion into a sustainable business. Episodes center on building client pipelines, positioning for corporate and brand work, and practical branding and marketing tactics, all delivered with a candid, coaching-style vibe. The host often blends mindset shifts with concrete steps—covering outreach, portfolio development, pricing, and leveraging education or courses to scale. A standout element is the emphasis on authentic, relationship-driven growth rather than hard sells, plus occasional deep dives into how creativity intersects with law, branding, and personal freedom. Listeners likely appreciate actionable playbooks, real-life case studies, and motivational storytelling that encourages ... more
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2. Mian Barrios
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