Maker's Co Podcast

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we talk about selling in the time of COVID-19 and social distancing that we’re living in right now. Over the past several weeks we’ve had a lot of people reach out to us with questions around how to sell, which at the best of times is a hard thing to do, so it’s completely understandable that in this time where the world is struggling it would feel even harder to put yourself and your work out there.  The thing is, if you own a small business and you need it to keep functioning right now, then you have to sell AND it’s ok to sell. What becomes important is to ensure you’re leading with service and empathy at the forefront of everything you do. We know that this is an incredibly difficult time for everyone, and we want to stress that if what you need right now is to be gentle with yourself then please listen and honour that, but if you’ve been struggling with wanting and needing to sell, then here are our suggestions: Gut check your businessDoes your a

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we chat remotely with Imposter Syndrome Expert and Coach, Jillian Parekh. Woooooooo, this conversation is timely and cuts right to the core of how these productivity and mindset killers actually work. There’s so much happening inside our brains at any given moment, and so much that we have very little control over. In order to truly understand what’s going on we have to consistently work on controlling how we react to the negative stories we’re telling ourselves - which we know is easier said than done! Jillian gives us some great tips around how to fight feelings of unworthiness and imposter syndrome though: Start keeping an accomplishment journalConstantly try to challenge the negative thoughts and self-talk you haveAs a business owner set realistic expectations for what you can do and accomplish in a day/week/month/year and be gentle with yourself if you don’t achieve your goalsNever stop working on your mindset We hope you enjoy listening to this

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we talk about everyone’s favourite topic right now, tips and strategies for working from home. It can be incredibly difficult to work from home and we know that a lot of people are struggling with it, so we thought we’d do a quick episode to share some of the tips and strategies we’re using to help us stay motivated and productive during this time. Here are the highlights: Keep up regular routines & ritualsDesignate a work space for yourselfHave designated “working hours”Stay connected We would absolutely love to hear how you’re doing during this time and what’s working for you! Everyone is different and everyone works a little bit differently, so the more we share with each other the better we’ll all be! Quote: More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we talk about, well, the shit hitting the fan. The COVID-19 pandemic has hit fast and hard and we’re all left trying to process, cope, and manage. We know how fortunate and privileged we are to still have work and to have safe homes to live in, so we also know that in this time it’s important for us to go back to our roots as a company. We need to be heart-centered, giving more than ever before. We need to listen and create a space for our community to feel safe to share and ask for whatever help looks like for them. Here are some of the resources we have available, some that the government has released, and some from members of our community: Side Hustle Starter Kit: Online Training - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/side-hustle-starter-kit-online-training-tickets-100939759538Virtual Meetups - https://www.facebook.com/events/904743763303346/Canada Emergency Response Benefit - https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/cerb-application.htmlTax Updates - https://

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we chat with one of our favourites, the incredible Kelly Broocks of Pretty By Her! It’s been a little over a year since we last had her on the show (check out episode 26 to listen to her first interview) and we’re so excited to have her back on to talk about the growth she has experienced, the changes she’s gone through, and what’s next for her and her business. Quote: More from Kelly: Pretty By Her - https://www.prettybyher.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prettybyher/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/prettybyher/Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/PRETTYBYHER More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club - http://makerscollective.club/contact/ Take Advantage of Early Bird Pricing for the Next Round of Our 2020 Roadmapping Online Training - ht

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we tackle the epidemic of being busy. In a world that’s more connected than ever, it’s so easy to fall into the trap of working all the time, however how much of that work you’re doing day in and day out is actually moving you forward in your business? What would happen if you focused on creating space in your business, so you could start to plan for what’s next? How much space would you create for yourself mentally if you created efficiencies within the work you do everyday? What could you do with all of that extra time and space?You owe it to yourself to find out. The One Thing - https://www.the1thing.com/2020 Roadmapping - http://makerscollective.club/20-20-roadmapping/ Quote: More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club - http://makerscollective.club/contac

This week, we catch you up on everything we've been up to and pull back the curtain to let you in on how we've been able to create paid programs and launch events that sell out. A lot of entrepreneurs and small business owners will wait until they feel "credible" to take a big swing and sell something that feels out of your comfort zone. There is fear that comes up, uncertainty and questions about what it will mean if no one buys. This alone stops a lot of people from going after the things that could create a huge impact for your community and the growth of your business. We discuss how to overcome this mindset and prepare yourself to create programs and events that will sell and how we've done it.

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we chat remotely with wealth coach, Ayssa Hammond, of Wealth with Alyssa. We tackle some of the toughest topics that creative entrepreneurs face when starting a business and Alyssa openly shares why showing up in a radically authentic way is important to her and how it has positively impacted her business.  We love this woman and we think you will too - enjoy! Quote: More from Alyssa: Wealth with Alyssa - https://wealthwithalyssa.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wealthwithalyssaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/wealthwithalyssa/The Wealthy Fempreneur Podcast - https://wealthwithalyssa.com/podcast More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club - http://makerscollective.club/contact/ Learn More About & Get Your Ticket For Our Newest Event in Part

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we catch up with each other and catch listeners up on everything that we have going on so far this year. We also talk about how we’re feeling about the year ahead, and some of the words and mantras we’re using to help us grow and push ourselves to be better.  Here’s a snapshot of the events/programs/fun things we have going on so far this year:   2020 Roadmapping session - the first cohort of this online training happened on January 14, and it was INCREDIBLE! Stay tuned for the next session date to be announced.We had our first ever interview on a podcast called ‘So You Want To Be A Photographer’ - https://ginamilicia.com/One of our big goals for the year is to get some PR, and we’ve already had two interviews! Here’s the latest - https://globalnews.ca/news/6405720/new-kitchener-event-side-hustle/The Side Hustle Starter Kit - if you or someone you know is in the very early stages of starting a side hustle, or want to learn more about what this whole side

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we sit down with Trudy Koen, a brand and marketing specialist, who has worked with global brands, like BlackBerry. Most recently, she’s started sharing her brand and marketing knowledge with various companies in a freelance capacity, and helped launch Lady Glaze Doughnuts in her spare time - living that side hustle life!Trudy knows what’s up and has had a hand in building a company to cult brand status, so if you’ve ever wanted to better understand how to do that, this episode is for you! Quote: More from Trudy: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trudy-koen-7936483/Lady Glaze Donuts Website - https://ladyglazedoughnuts.com/Lady Glaze Donuts Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lady_glaze_doughnuts/ More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club - http:

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast Laura interviews Lacey about her mindfulness journey. If you’ve ever struggled with starting your own meditation practice, we’ve got some tips for you: Start with yogaYou have to learn how to breathe properly and you have to focus on your breath to be able to do the posesTry a meditation classIf you’re doing it at home, light a candle, sit in front of it, and stare at the flame to help clear your mindSearch YouTube for meditation music playlistsTry seeing an energy healer And, in case you’re wondering, here’s what it looks like when Lacey meditates: She turns off all machines and stimulationLights candlesTurns on calming musicSits in front of a candle or lays in bedFinds a guided meditation on YouTube or tries using an appInsight Timer - https://insighttimer.com/Stop, Breathe, and Think - https://www.stopbreathethink.com/ Quote: More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we Get. Into. It. 2019 has been a WILD year so far, so we’ve decided to kick December off by:  Touching on how we feel about this time of year Looking at how each of us plans for the year aheadTaking a trip down memory lane and celebrating our big wins from 2019Launched Shop TalkHeld our first workshopCelebrated 1 year of meetups! - https://www.facebook.com/events/280282655982187/Lacey launched an accountability group called Elements of Change Looking ahead at what’s to comeNew program has launched! 2020 Roadmapping: Creating Space To Grow With Intention - http://makerscollective.club/20-20-roadmapping/From now until Dec. 15 take advantage of early bird pricing ($100), after that tickets are full price ($150)Tell us what support you need! What are you stuck on? What do you want to learn more about? Quote: More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoC

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we sit down with Jeff Mitchell, educator, entrepreneur, and consultant who helps businesses and people to grow and become more adaptable. We listen in as he shares his journey from traditional teacher to entrepreneur, and then we dive into some real ways you can apply the consulting exercises he did with us at The Maker’s Collective to change the way you work.We’re excited for you to listen to this one - let us know what you think! Quote: More from Jeff: Digital Trades School - https://www.digitaltradesschool.com/LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jeff-mitchell-90a058187 More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club - http://makerscollective.club/contact/ More from Lacey: LJH Creative Consulting- http://www.laceyjheels.com/Instagram- https://www

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we walk you through the journey we went on this Fall, when we were each feeling out of alignment with ourselves and our work. This particular type of life journey is hard and uncomfortable, but if you understand what’s happening and why you can work through the fire and, ultimately, change your life. It’s not easy, but it is important. Quote: More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MakersCoClub/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/makerscollectiveclub/Get In Touch & Join The Club - http://makerscollective.club/contact/ More from Lacey: LJH Creative Consulting- http://www.laceyjheels.com/Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/laceyjheels More from Laura: LH Money Coaching - https://www.lhmoneycoaching.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lhmoneycoaching/

In our first episode since August (HOLY Smokes!), we take a moment to catch up AND share some vulnerable stories about what we've been going through personally and together. We had to go through the fire, and inner work required to create more space and clarity for our vision and dreams for our work, for our life and for the Maker's Collective. This episode is for everyone who has ever felt alone or stressed about feeling stuck or wanting to change course. Changing your mind is okay, and it is made easier by sharing it with those around you. This is a powerful one and we can't wait to catch up! LET'S DO IT.

This week we share a SUPER insightful chat we had with a PR Specialist, KJ Blattenbauer. She tells us about her journey to leaving the corporate world to create her own firm... YUSSSSS! KJ is a multi-passionate gal who also created a dress company (because she wasn't seeing what she wanted in the market) AND has a helpful PR centric book that will be available soon! KJ gives us so many hot tips to empower ourselves to get hella exposure and PR for our brands and business that you won't want to miss. She gave us some advice for the Maker's Collective too, which was super helpful and easy for you to implement as well. During our chat we cover topics like: Her journey to starting her own PR firm Who she works with and helpsTips and tricks to getting press & pitching stories Check out helpareporter.com - https://www.helpareporter.com/How she works with clientsPR is free advertising and legitimate third party validationWhat else she’s working onVieve & Jo - https://www.kjblattenbauer.com/vieveandjoHow To Be

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we do a big catch up and share a lot of really exciting things that we’ve been working on and launching both together and separately: The Maker’s Collective is working on a big new project that has the potential to help us provide even more support for our community. If you haven’t had the chance to fill out our survey yet, you can do that here: https://bit.ly/33RZeviLaura (Finance Coach) is building toward launching her first eBook, How To Build A Budget...And Stick With It, go follow her on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lhmoneycoaching/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/lhmoneycoaching/) to learn more about LH Money CoachingLacey has launched her latest free training, How To Build A Dope Brand On A Budget, go download your copy here: https://bit.ly/2TVTVGp AND ELEMENTS OF CHANGE: an Expansion and Accountability Group program which starts September 16th (Sign up now - this is filling up quick) --> Details here: https://forms.gle/QR3S1wiZJoQEh6

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we sit down with Jessa Glover, and get real about the toxic culture that has been created around what it means to be “successful” and a true entrepreneur, and how automation can help restore some much needed balance.  We also cover topics like: What is automation?Why does automation matter?The most common areas of your business to automateBenefits of automating parts of your businessChoosing tools for automationFeminine vs masculine energy in businessAnd why there’s no substitution for making personal connections Quote: More from Jessa: Jessa Glover - https://www.jessaglover.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/virtualbossbreakroom/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/virtualbossbreakroom/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessa-glover-944b10455 Easy Tools To Simplify Any Online Business - https://mailchi.mp/jessaglover/5tools More from The Maker’s Collective: The Maker’s Collective - http://makerscollective.club/Instagram - ht

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we share what we’re working on and towards both with the Collective and with our own coaching practices. We also get real about the fact that building business is messy and hard, and doesn’t always feel on the inside what it can often look like on the outside. We also each do a little of what we do best and share some coaching tips around funnels, diversifying your offerings, and finances. Listen up! Topics covered: New podcasting schedule coming at yaJuly is all about automationWhere we’re at on our individual coaching journeys Mindset issues are REALThe importance of funnels Diversify your offerings How can I make money in my sleep?Continuation of Laura’s home buying saga Resources: Jessa Glover - https://www.jessaglover.com/Brand, Sell, and Make Bank Like A Boss - https://www.laceyjheels.com/online-course-brand-sell-make-bank-like-boss/Canva - https://www.canva.com/Jami Monte - https://www.montecpa.com/ Quote: More from The Maker’s

In this episode of The Maker’s Collective Podcast we sit down with Ren Navarro, the incredibly bad ass owner of Beer. Diversity. This episode is FULL of tactical goodness, so put your headphones in right now and LISTEN UP. Topics covered: Meet Ren - her journey into the beer industryWhy she started Beer. Diversity. and how it beganHow it feels to become known for what she’s doingDiversity & inclusion advice - don’t be afraid to try things and failHer philosophies on sellingTools and advice for selling How to go get salesHow she feels about cold callingDealing with people sliding into the DM’s - set boundaries!Know your worth! Experience = $How to get started as a speakerHer process for preparing to speak at events Resources from the episode: Society of Beer Drinking Ladies - https://ladiesdrinkbeer.com/Black Creek Community Farm - https://www.blackcreekfarm.ca/Crowns & Hops - https://crownsandhops.com/ Craft Brewers Conference - https://www.craftbrewersconference.com/Beer Kulture - https://www.be