
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 | 148 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | ||||

From Corporate to Creative: a 10-Year Journey
What if the career you worked so hard to build… turned out to be a giant soul-suck?
In this episode, I share my real journey from miserable Ivy League lawyer to building a wildly successful $900K/year ... more
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Why I'm taking a little break from the weekly podcast and how it might be changing next season!
Including:
• A quick busine... more
This inspiring interview with student Lisa Doty will fire you up! Lisa didn’t learn calligraphy from me (she studied under a traditional master calligrapher) but she still found herself stuck and scared to start her business.
Then she joined our Cal... more
Rome wasn’t built in a day – and neither was any (decent) business.
It was built over thousands of tiny micro-decisions, leading to compounding effects that eventually became BIG. Gorgeous buildings, architecture that has inspired masses, and histor... more
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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
I found this show went on a whim when I did a craft fair and was looking for some quick advice. WOW, this show answered so much more. I’m a graphic designer and Sheena honestly and thoroughly answers so many questions that creatives and entrepreneurs have. I love how she is so structured in her advice and her teaching is quick to the point but always involves real life examples. She also addresses the human side of business (money is not always worth emotional toll! But also here’s how to think ... more
Thank you so much for sharing! I have enjoyed listening so much!
Great pod for enriching your business and life. Thanks for being honest and sharing your stories. They’re so relatable. Keep up the great work!
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This podcast focuses on the journey of individuals transitioning from conventional careers to creative entrepreneurship, particularly in calligraphy. The host shares her personal experiences and insights on building a successful business while emphasizing the importance of small, incremental steps and overcoming obstacles like perfectionism and the fear of criticism. Listeners can expect practical advice on topics such as client acquisition, brand partnerships, and finding creativity while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. The conversational format often includes guest interviews that provide additional perspectives on personal growth and business strategies, making it an inspiring resource for anyone looking to express their c... more
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Recent guests on Creative Business Real Talk include:
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3. Lisa McIntyre
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