
Accessibility isn’t sexy—but it’s essential. Erin Perkins of Mabely Q joins us to talk about something most business owners haven’t truly considered: accessibility in the client experience. Erin is a powerful advocate and educator who teaches entrepreneurs how to make their businesses more inclusive without overhauling everything at once. From websites to emails to podcasts, […]

Hello, hello! In today’s episode of the Business-First Creatives podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on a big pivot in my own business. Two years ago, I shifted my offers in a way I thought would buy me more time — but instead, I ended up building a business that didn’t feel aligned. That’s the […]

Ready to finally hit publish on that Facebook ad you’ve been scared to run? Facebook Ad strategist Jana Bishop joins us to make paid ads feel accessible. We explore how creatives and online business owners can start testing ads for just $1 a day, why warm audiences should be your first target, and how to […]

When someone fills out your contact form, they’re not just asking for pricing — they’re saying, “I think you might be the one.” And that first email you send back? It’s either building momentum or slowing everything down. Today we’re digging into the automated inquiry response email — the fast follow-up that should bridge the […]
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