Reflections and Lessons Learnt from 2023

In this final episode of Doodles to Dazzle season 1, Charli and Barbra reflect on their journey throughout the year both as individuals and as partners. They discuss their experiences with creating and running their artistic business while emphasizing the importance of trying new things, facing fears, and evolution. Their conversation makes way for significant lessons about goal-setting, getting out of comfort zones, understanding one's path, and respecting the pace of self-evolution. The theme of their conversation revolves around creative expression, the personal growth experienced from trying new artistic pursuits, and setting goals for the following year, which include expanding their business into branding and logo design.

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 00:44 Reflecting on the Creative Journey
• 01:38 Barbra's Personal Journey and Growth
• 01:57 Challenges and Lessons from Starting a Business
• 06:10 The Evolution of Artistic Style
• 08:34 Expanding the Scope of the Business
• 14:49 Charli's Personal Journey and Growth
• 16:21 The Importance of Trying New Things
• 19:49 The Journey of Self-Discovery
• 26:39 The Importance of Knowing Your 'Why'
• 31:28 Looking Forward to the Future
• 33:07 Conclusion and New Year Wishes

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Music:

• Music by Grand Project from Pixabay

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Expressing Gratitude through Creativity this Holiday Season

On this episode of Doodles to Dazzle, hosts Charli and Barbra discuss how to cultivate creativity and gratitude during the festive season. They highlight the importance of appreciating both the small and big things in life and expressing gratitude towards family and friends. They suggest going the extra mile in expressing gratitude, ultimately leading to stronger bonds and personal fulfillment. The duo also shares tips on giving meaningful gifts without spending a fortune, such as homemade greeting cards and cookies, or knitwear. They encourage their listeners to be creative and make their own traditions, putting more emphasis on the thought behind a gift rather than the monetary value. They end the show by expressing their own gratitude towards their listeners and wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 00:52 The Importance of Gratitude
• 01:53 Expressing Gratitude and Its Benefits
• 02:13 The Power of Gratitude in Daily Life
• 03:45 The Role of Gratitude in Relationships
• 04:27 The Impact of Gratitude on Mental Health
• 06:57 The Tradition of Christmas Cards
• 08:47 The Joy of Handmade Gifts
• 09:14 The Essence of Christmas and Gift Giving
• 09:50 Creative Ideas for Christmas Gifts
• 15:10 The Emotional Aspect of Gift Giving
• 15:51 The Value of Time in Gift Giving
• 16:35 The Significance of Handmade Gifts
• 18:11 Gratitude for Listeners and Christmas Wishes

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• https://www.etsy.com/shop/CharbieDesigns

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Music:

• Music by Grand Project from Pixabay

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Turning Your Passion Into a Busines

In this episode of 'Doodles to Dazzle', hosts Charli and Barbra discuss how to turn artistic passion into a profitable business. They share their journey of artistic entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, as well as focusing on mental health. They encourage artists to consider entrepreneurship and discuss the satisfaction gained from running a business centered around their art. They discuss setting vision and goals, and emphasize the value of trial-and-error, taking small steps, seeking help and mentorship, staying persistent, and meeting deadlines. Charli and Barbra also stress focusing on services in addition to product creation, constantly refining goals, and optimizing social media strategy to expand reach. They invite feedback and provide their insights on the art business from their years of experience.

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 00:05 The Journey of Artistic Entrepreneurship
• 00:48 The Trap of Perfectionism in Art
• 01:38 The Importance of Mental Health in Entrepreneurship
• 02:08 Why Artists Should Consider Entrepreneurship
• 03:14 The Role of Strategic Thinking and Mentorship
• 03:49 The Rewards of Artistic Entrepreneurship
• 05:04 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Failure
• 05:37 Our Journey: From Social Media to Merchandise
• 06:50 The Satisfaction of Entrepreneurship
• 07:07 The Evolution of Passion in Business
• 07:15 The Gamification of Business
• 11:12 The Importance of Vision in Business
• 14:45 Setting Goals and Targets
• 17:47 Exploring the Potential of Services in Artistic Entrepreneurship
• 22:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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• https://www.instagram.com/charbi.online
• https://www.instagram.com/barbra.illustrates
• https://www.instagram.com/charlies.creative.corner
• https://tiktok.com/@charbi.online

Visit our Etsy Shop:

• https://www.etsy.com/shop/CharbieDesigns

For more episodes, visit our podcast website:

• Doodles to Dazzle.

Music:

• Music by Grand Project from Pixabay

We appreciate your tuning in, and until we meet again!