Studio 78 With Nache Snow

This week’s guest proves that sometimes all you need is curiosity, drive, and passion to make your dreams a reality. Lauren Carnes’s love for capturing moments and telling stories with a camera began in high school, where she served as the yearbook editor, and followed her throughout her college tenure. She dabbled in graphic design and advertising before landing in the public relations arena, which may seem like a stretch from photography, but Lauren always kept her love for photography alive. While maintaining her 9-to-5, she began casually offering to take engagement and wedding photos for her friends as gifts, and what started as a hobby and small gesture, quickly morphed into an overwhelming demand for her services. What truly makes Lauren’s story amazing, is that she’s a self-taught photographer who let her passion guide the way. Lauren Carnes Website: laurencarnes.com Instagram: @laurenlcarnesFacebook: laurencarnesphotography Pinterest: laurenlcarnes WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: stud

As we take a quick holiday break during the second season of the Studio 78 Podcast, I thought it would nice to explore an often overlooked but super important creative medium, videography. In today’s digital world, we rely heavily on photos as well as videos to connect and share the stories of our lives, and my guest today, Amelia Diaplo, is known for assisting her clients with doing just that. Amelia is a L.A. based videographer who is drawn to illuminating the passion and processes of creatives and makers through videos. I was drawn to the authenticity and quality of Amelia’s videos, and she explains her process in today’s episode. She also provides advice on how to choose a videographer and some tools you may consider using if you or someone in your life is considering turning your hobby into a full-time gig. Amelia Damplo Website: ameliadamplo.com Facebook: ameliadamplo Instagram: @ameliadamplo WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcastInstagram: @nachesnowYoutube:Nache SnowTwitter: @

Bullet journaling has become my new obsession, and continuing my quest to inspire others to start their own journals, this week I welcomed Sanae (IG @cursedjournal) as guest to share her methods, tools, and inspirations for her bullet journals. Sanae has always enjoyed writing and journaling and stumbled upon bullet journaling to organize her life and thoughts. Being the true creative that she is, what initially started off as a series of lists, blossomed into pages of artistry in the form of a bullet journal. Sanae views her journal as more than art and attributes it with assisting her with self-discovery, inspiration, organization, and creativity. See folks, there’s more to this than just making lists. Sanae shares all this and more in today’s episode, along with suggestions for supplies, just in case you want to add a few things to your Christmas list. Sanae Instagram: @cursedjournal WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcastInstagram: @nachesnowYoutube:Nache SnowTwitter: @nachesnowLin

Kirsten Cooner is an artist who as a kid dabbled in creative mediums, although she never considered herself a true creative. While studying graphic design, she stumbled upon studio art classes that seemed relatively interesting at first, but after taking a few, she fell in love. Mixing her studio art experience with her appreciation and study of art history, Kirsten found herself investing her fringe hours to researching old artist journals and paint-making. A four-month trip to California afforded her the opportunity to turn her interest into a full-on business. Hushwing made its official debut earlier this year, and its products have been selling rapidly ever since. Kirsten’s watercolors are rich and vibrant and are sure to add a unique quality to any painting. In this episode, she discusses the process of testing to achieve her watercolors, her marketing strategy, and her attempt to manage her personal artwork with her booming business. Kirsten Cooner Website: hushwingwatercolors.comEtsy Shop: HushwingWat

Being the total foodie that I am, I sought out this guest because I was drawn to the amazing food photography on her Instagram feed. The photos all lead to WinniE’s Bakery, based in Colombia, Maryland, where creator and chef, Elise Smith, provides patrons with treats steeped in familial tradition with a unique flare that only she can provide. Elise’s love for baking was shaped as a child by watching and helping her grandmother in the kitchen. That love soon turned into passion after an innocent batch of expresso brownies, intended as a pick-me-up for a college final, ignited a fire in Elise that quite frankly isn’t turning down anytime soon. Elise shares how she started her business, how to engage in creative collaborative projects, and how to approach almost anyone as an introvert, plus a host of other fun tidbits. ELISE SMITH Website: winniesbakery.com Instagram: winniesbakery Facebook: winniesbakeryus Twitter: winniesbakery Pinterest: winniesbakery WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78po

Happy Thanksgiving folks! As the clock on 2017 winds down, I figured it was a good time to create a quick video on purpose and passion. I get tons of questions about these two areas, although I firmly believe they are one in the same. Your passion informs your purpose. In this week's visual episode, I outline a few ideas on what you can do to discover your passion and I also give you a homework assignment at the end. Don't worry, it's not anything too difficult, just a few action steps that will hopefully help you reveal and start moving toward your passion. WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcastInstagram: @nachesnowYoutube:Nache SnowTwitter: @nachesnowLinkedIn: nachesnowPodcast: Studio 78Pinterest: Tallook The post 37. Discover Your Purpose and Passion appeared first on Nache’ Snow - Resources for Creative Entrepreneurs | Studio 78 Podcast | Entrepreneur, Maker + Queen of Side Hustles.

Hadiya Williams is a designer and maker whose recently discovered passion has transformed her life. Her discreet dabbling in ceramics bloomed into the creation of beautiful works of art in the form of jewelry, pottery, and furniture (just to name a few) and has inspired her to delve back into entrepreneurship full-time. This marks Hadiya’s second-time pursuing her craft full-time, but as she mentions “entrepreneurship is a cycle.” Hadiya discusses how her experiences with 9-to-5 jobs have led to her most recent decision and how’s she’s preparing this second-time around. Folks, I can’t tell you how excited I was to speak to Hadiya at this time of transition in her life. I think she provides great advice for anyone who’s hesitant to make the jump into entrepreneurship fully and for those who have straddled between a full-time job and taking the leap. HADIYA'S INFO Website:hadiyawilliams.com Shop: blackpepperpaperie.com Instagram: @hadiyawilliams Facebook: blackpepperpaperie Twitter: @hadiyaw WHERE’S NACHE’ Web

A key ingredient to every successful business is branding. This week’s guest, Mallika Malhotra, is a branding guru. She’s masterfully leveraged her skills as a former marketing and advertising professional and created a business that marries strategy, storytelling, and photography. Mallika empowers women across the globe to be thoughtful in their visual approach to their businesses and to create brands that are indicative of not only the service(s) they provide, but also their purpose and passion(s). Her most recent endeavor, The Brand Photography Playbook,delivers all types of goodness and is a must-buy for all business owners. During our chat, Mallika touches on some of the tips that she provides in her book as well as how she went from snapping pics of her children to becoming a branding and photography trailblazer. Enjoy folks! Mallika Malhotra Website: mikifoto.com Instagram: @mikifotoco Facebook: mallika.malhotra Instagram: @mikifotoco Twitter: @mikifoto Pinterest: mikifoto LinkedIn: mallikamalhotra WH

Emily Kelley turned a last-minute trip into the fuel she needed to launch her business, Land & She. Wanting to align her passion with her vocation, Emily used the inspiration and feeling she got from her trip to begin experimenting with sketching and illustration. After some research and trial and error, she cultivated an aesthetic that represented her love for nature and appreciation for other art forms and works. Emily has amassed quite the following across social media platforms from posting her handmade artwork, and within a few months, her business growth has surpassed her expectations. Emily's evolution as a maker has only just begun, but based on the amazing work she's already produced, I'm sure she'll be a dynamic contributor to the creative space for years to come. Land & She Website: Land & She Graphic Design: Emily Kelley Design Instagram: @landandshestudio Facebook: landandshestudio Twitter: @Emily__Kelley WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcastInstagram: @nache

We’re delving into the wellness and healthy living arena this week with guest Brittany Hollie. After experiencing crippling pain and chronic fatigue for several years, Brittany realized she had autoimmune and digestive system diseases that were affecting her everyday living. To improve her quality of life, Brittany researched and found that her diet could aid with managing the symptoms of her diseases. Brittany is a natural helper and decided to chronicle her experience with discovering health living, through foods and natural products, and maintaining her life—despite living with chronic diseases—on her website Lil' Sweet Spice Adviceto inform and inspire others with her life-changing discoveries. Hearing Brittany’s story was an eyeopener on the healing power of food and and how small changes in your diet can impact your life. Brittany Hollie Website: Lil' Sweet Spice Advice Shop: Piece of Paradise  Facebook: lilsweetspiceadvice Instagram: @merci_britte Twitter: Merci_Britte Pinterest: MerciBritte YouTube:

Welcome to Season 2 of the Studio 78 Podcast!  Yetunde Rodriguez is a graphic designer and textile artist based in Ohio who creates authentic African-inspired prints for wearable fashion and home decor. Although there was pressure to follow convention and pursue a job in the medical field,  Yetunde's entrepreneurial spirit  and desire for challenge has always navigated her career choices. She dabbled in several corporate and independent jobs before leveraging her background in graphic design and marrying it with passion for interior design. Yetunde's business now is a perfect blend of her heritage, creativity, and love of design, and a testament to her willingness to chart her course and realize her dreams by consistent continuous learning. YETUNDE RODRIGUEZ DESIGN Website: yetunderodriguez.comShop: yrdsgn.com Facebook: YetundeRodriguezDesignInstagram: @yaytoonday Twitter: @yaytoonday Pinterest: yrdsgn YouTube: taiwobathandbody Blog: afromartha.com WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podc

Wrapping up the season on a healthy note with guest Les Alfred of The Balanced Berry. Les is a fitness trainer and nutrition coach who believes all women should embrace their beauty and have confidence in exactly who they are. Les’s passion for wellness was birthed out of her first experience in the corporate world. After spending eight hours in a cubicle and noticing how depleted she felt afterward, she sought solace in working out, which began to renew her energy. Shortly after, she became a certified personal trainer, building a brand that encourages people to build a foundation in wellness. Les’s perspective and approach to training inspired me to let go of my excuses and hopefully it will do the same for you. THE BALANCED BERRY Website: thebalancedberry.comFacebook: @balancedberryInstagram: @balancedberry Twitter: @balancedberry Pinterest: @balancedberry WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcast Instagram: @nachesnowYoutube: Nache Snow Twitter: @nachesnowLinkedIn: nachesnow Podca

Toni Purry thrived as a public relations (PR) executive for many years, but always wondered about starting a business of her own. After receiving a proposition from friend, she decided to throw caution to the wind and start her business. She describes herself as a calculated risk taker who views obstacles as merely hurdles to overcome. During our discussion, Toni opens up about how taking a step back from her flourishing PR company led to a period of self-doubt and self-defeating thoughts, but how she overcame this period with inspiration from a unlikely source and created The Hype Book. Her commentary serves as a reminder to all of us to focus on our wins and let go of our losses. Toni Purry Hype Book Website: myhypebook.comFacebook: MyHypeBookInstagram: @myhypebook Twitter: @MyHypeBook Purry Communication  Facebook: PurryCommunicationsGroup Personal Instagram: @tonipurry Twitter: @tpurry WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcast Instagram: @nachesnowYoutube: Nache Snow Twitter: @nac

What would you do after a five-year relationship ends? For my guest this week, Lauren Taylor, the breakup sparked a period of self discovery and was the catalyst to launch her passion project. Lauren is the founder and editor-in-chief of the tri-annual publication, The Letter, a magazine that seeks to inspire subscribers to pursue their dreams, live their best lives, and stand in the fullness of their purpose. The magazine launched in August 2014 with the help of a small team of five, but has since grown and is now featured in two stores in the US, has a host of subscribers, and an international team of 22 women. LAUREN TAYLOR The Letter Magazine Website: thelettermag.comFacebook: thelettermagInstagram: thelettermag Pinterest: thelettermag Stores: Citizen Supply in Atlanta, GA Heritage Mercantile Co in Costa Mesa, CA Lauren's personal accounts Facebook: laurntayInstagram: @laurntayYouTube: taylormoments Snapchat: @laurntay Twitter: @laurntay WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comFacebook: studio78podcast In

Xiomara is the co-creater of Unoeth (pronounced: ooh-no-eth), a leather goods brand that imports custom leather products from artisans in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Although Xiomara hales from a long lineage of entrepreneurs, her business was birthed on a whim. She discusses how a one-of-kind gift from her dad triggered her entrepreneurial inhibitions, what the future holds for Unoeth, and how’s she adjusting to being a new co-owner of a brick and mortar. UNOETH Website: unoeth.com Facebook: unoethInstagram: @unoeth Store: Concept Forty-Seven WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comInstagram: @nachesnow Twitter: @nachesnowLinkedIn: nachesnow Podcast: Studio 78Facebook: studio78podcastPinterest: Tallook The post 28. The Path to Starting a Import Business and Knowing When To Take a Leap of Faith appeared first on Nache’ Snow - Resources for Creative Entrepreneurs | Studio 78 Podcast | Entrepreneur, Maker + Queen of Side Hustles.

Hey folks! Do you have an idea that you’ve been considering taking action on for awhile? Do you have several ideas and are struggling to decide which one to focus on? Or are you looking to create an online signature program but unsure how to start. Well, this episode is for you. My guest Maya Gaddie specializes in teaching people how to leverage their existing business models and processes to provide their audiences with the most appropriate online content to achieve optimal results. She has helped numerous clients realize their potential by helping clarify them their vision, providing a community for them to thrive and connect, and assisting them to up-level their mindset. Maya knows firsthand what managing time, focusing on goals, and committing to a plan can bring. She turned an unexpected lay off into an opportunity to start her business. Although her first year in business was quite lucrative, she soon realized that she needed to pivot toward a new business model that would allow her to do more “heart-c

Tiko Davis answered the call to fulfill a higher calling for her life by becoming a life and business coach after working as a civil engineer for 8 years. She started out focusing on helping women find their life purpose and now mainly focuses on business coaching. As a business coach and soulpreneur, Tiko loves “supporting other light workers” by providing guidance on the structural and systematic aspects of service-based businesses. Tiko talks about her career transition from a civil engineer to a business coach and how a health scare has helped her realize the importance of work-life balance and self-care. WHERE’S NACHE' Website: nachesnow.comInstagram: @nachesnow Twitter: @nachesnowLinkedIn: nachesnow Podcast: Studio 78Facebook: studio78podcastPinterest: Tallook The post 26. Changing Lives Through Coaching and The Importance of Self Care appeared first on Nache’ Snow - Resources for Creative Entrepreneurs | Studio 78 Podcast | Entrepreneur, Maker + Queen of Side Hustles.

In this episode, Paulette Sanderlin discusses how she pursued her dreams of becoming a physical therapist, why she's always been a confident plus-sized women, what she's doing to get out of debt, and why being a mother and wife makes her so happy. Although juggling it all can be stressful at times, she manages to keep it all together. Her journey to choosing her career and how she dispels stereotypes of ideal physical therapists imaging is sure to inspire you. This is another sneak peek into my magnificent circle of friends. Paulette and I met in high school (20 years ago!), and she’s literally one of the most hardworking people I know. Her work ethic, dedication, and passion have all attributed to her current state of living a life she truly loves. Paulette Sanderlin Facebook: paulette.sanderlin WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comInstagram: @nachesnow Twitter: @nachesnowLinkedIn: nachesnow Podcast: Studio 78Facebook: studio78podcastPinterest: Tallook The post 25. Wife and Mother of Two Discusses Caree

Monday’s back and that means it’s time for a new episode. This week’s featured guest is yours truly, as I will be sharing information on how to start an online side hustle without quitting your day job. As a self-proclaimed "master of side hustles," I believe I’m more than qualified to speak on this topic. I’ve literally had either a side hustle or part-time job for more than decade. In this episode, I give a brief snippet of all of my side hustles and part-time jobs, how some have evolved into other projects, and the reasons why I chose to let go of a few. I also provide guidance on the things you should consider in the preliminary phases of figuring out what your side hustle should be and then I follow up with things you should do once you settled on your business. There’s also links to a few videos and worksheets that I have created that will hopefully serve as resources to help make your side hustle dreams a reality. Enjoy folks! WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comInstagram: @nachesnow Twitter: @nache

Taffi Ayodele, the co-founder of Thandos (pronounced tohn-dos, the “h” is silent) Shoes, joins me this week to discuss her thriving business and her path to entrepreneurship. I met Taffi at a Tall Society event, where she was selling her unique Ankara-print foldable flats, and once I saw these shoes, I had to have a pair. As an owner of a pair of these flats, I can attest not only to the comfort and durability of the shoes, but also how stylish they are. Interestingly enough, the inception of the business was generated when a stranger approached Taffi and offered to pay $100 for a $10 off-brand pair of flats she was wearing. At that point, Taffi had a light-bulb moment, and with her background in finance and government, vast network, and experiences garnered through her M.B.A. studies, she started her business. Taffi shares about the pitfalls and lessons learned throughout her journey, but also her mission to serve others along the way. Thando's Shoes Web: thandos.com WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comIns