Are you a creative business owner? Do you ever feel like you’ve got more to give? That there’s a bigger impact you could make? Or is there an innate fear that’s...
Your Surroundings Are Sabotaging Business Growth (Here’s Why)
Do you feel stuck in your business, like things have stagnated? Maybe you’re not growing as fast as you’d like or feel like creativity isn’t coming to you as easily as it used to.
Your surroundings might be the cause of all of these problems.
In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful idea that completely changed how I think about business, success and myself - that who you surround yourself with and where you spend your time has a huge impact on you and your business.
This idea is one of the key drivers that initially grew my business to six figures.
Not everyone has the resources to travel the world, but you don’t need to. There are simple, practical ways to shift your environment and create the space needed for growth - and I share them in this episode.
In this episode, we cover:
The hidden ways your surroundings impact your business growth.
How to identify the environmental factors holding you back.
Simple changes you can make to spark creativity and build momentum.
And more…
If you get value from this episode, follow Creative Courage on your favourite podcast app for more transformational content to help you thrive as a creative.
PS: If you want a custom roadmap to grow a creative studio that works for you, rather than the other way around. Click this link - https://resources.mattessam.co.uk.
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Work with Matt to grow your agency - https://www.mattessam.co.uk/creative-life-accelerator
CONNECT
Matt Essam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2LSpLIyYtBLe03JBC8LjvT
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-courage/id1721515799
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Essam
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Discover The ONE Strategy That Will Transform Your Creative Business
Many creative business owners get stuck for the same reason…
They’re focusing on too many things at once.
But the most successful entrepreneurs don’t do everything. They double down on the one thing that moves the needle.
Recently, I spent time with 50 incredible entrepreneurs, some making multiple 7-figures a month, at a retreat curated by Daniel Priestley. I saw first hand what separates those who scale effortlessly from those who stay stuck.
If you feel stuck in your business and unsure where to place your focus, this episode will give you the clarity you need to break through.
In this episode, we’ll cover:
Why using too many strategies is killing your progress.
How to figure out what ONE thing to focus on.
The question to ask yourself to unlock clarity.
The secret to crafting an irresistible offer that attracts more clients and doesn’t feel like work.
And more…
If you get value from this episode, follow Creative Courage on your favourite podcast app for more transformational content to help you thrive as a creative.
PS: If you want a custom roadmap to grow a creative studio that works for you, rather than the other way around. Click this link - https://resources.mattessam.co.uk/.
LEARN MORE
Work with Matt to grow your agency - https://www.mattessam.co.uk/creative-life-accelerator
CONNECT
Matt Essam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2LSpLIyYtBLe03JBC8LjvT
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-courage/id1721515799
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Essam
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14:28
3 Powerful Strategies to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up
Do you ever feel like giving up on your business? Like no matter what you try, or how hard you work, things just aren’t feeling right?
You’re not alone. Many creative business owners hit those moments of doubt, frustration, and burnout. The problem is, many of them give up just before they break through to the other side.
In this episode, I’m sharing three powerful strategies to push through those tough times and come out even stronger. These are strategies that I’ve used myself, and my clients have seen serious results from.
You don’t have to keep feeling like this, and with these three strategies, you’ll be able to guide yourself out of this funk whenever that feeling comes up.
Covered in this episode:
Why we lose motivation for our business and how to get it back.
How to reframe the negative stories we tell ourselves that hold us back.
The questions to ask yourself every week to shift your focus to the positive.
How to control what you focus on to stay driven.
And more…
If you get value from this episode, follow Creative Courage on your favourite podcast app for more transformational content to help you thrive as a creative.
PS: If you want a custom roadmap to grow a creative studio that works for you, rather than the other way around. Click this link - https://resources.mattessam.co.uk/roadmap.
LEARN MORE
Work with Matt to grow your agency - https://www.mattessam.co.uk/creative-life-accelerator
CONNECT
Matt Essam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2LSpLIyYtBLe03JBC8Ljvt
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-courage/id1721515799
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Essam
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How To Build A Personal Brand That Sells For You with Freddie Pullen
It’s getting harder and harder for creative business owners to get new customers. Buyers are more sceptical than ever and it feels like there’s too much competition out there to stand out.
But there’s a way of cutting through the noise and attracting clients that most creatives aren’t leveraging - their personal brand.
This week, I’m joined by Freddie Pullen. Freddie is an expert in story-driven marketing and helps entrepreneurs position themselves as the go-to authority in their space. And in this episode, Freddie shares the strategies he uses with his clients to help them build a personal brand that does the selling for them.
If you want to cut your sales cycle in half, effortlessly attract high-value clients and stand out in a crowded market, this episode is for you.
Covered in this episode:
Why it’s become so essential for creative business owners to build trust with their audience.
How to build a personal brand even if you don’t think your story is worth telling.
How to capitalise on LinkedIn before it’s too late.
Telling your origin story in a way that positions you as an authority without bragging.
Why customer acquisition is getting harder - and how to fix it for your business.
The key to attracting top talent and opportunities.
A powerful exercise to uncover your unique story.
Freddie’s incredible journey that led him to leaving a prestigious corporate career track for a life of entrepreneurship.
And much more…
If you get value from this episode, follow Creative Courage on your favourite podcast app for more transformational content to help you thrive as a creative.
PS: If you want a custom roadmap to grow a creative studio that works for you, rather than the other way around. Click this link - https://resources.mattessam.co.uk/roadmap.
LEARN MORE
The Healthy Entrepreneur- https://thehealthyentrepreneurclub.com/
Work with Matt to grow your agency - https://www.mattessam.co.uk/creative-life-accelerator
CONNECT
Freddie Pullen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddie-pullen/
Matt Essam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2LSpLIyYtBLe03JBC8LjvT
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-courage/id1721515799
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Essam
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47:57
The Hidden Costs Of A Full Calendar (And How To Get Your Time Back)
How much white space do you have in your diary?
If you’re like most creative businesses, your calendar is jam-packed with client work and calls. This may look impressive on the outside, but it’s likely costing you the freedom to grow your business effectively and leads to burnout.
I’ve worked with many creative studio owners in this position and have helped them to take back a day a week in their calendars without breaking their business.
In this episode, I share the exact strategy you can use so that you can get the time back to work on your business instead of in it, and grow a business that serves you.
Covered in this episode:
Why creative business owners should avoid a full calendar.
How to get back one day a week without breaking your business.
The exact formula to work out how many calls and projects you need to grow your business sustainably.
The key to building a business that serves you.
If you get value from this episode, follow Creative Courage on your favourite podcast app for more transformational content to help you thrive as a creative.
PS: If you want a custom roadmap to grow a creative studio that works for you, rather than the other way around. Click this link - https://resources.mattessam.co.uk/roadmap.
LEARN MORE
Work with Matt to grow your agency - https://www.mattessam.co.uk/creative-life-accelerator
CONNECT
Matt Essam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2LSpLIyYtBLe03JBC8LjvT
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-courage/id1721515799
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Essam
Are you a creative business owner? Do you ever feel like you’ve got more to give? That there’s a bigger impact you could make? Or is there an innate fear that’s stopping you from achieving your full potential?
In this brand new podcast series, award-winning coach, author and speaker Matt Essam explores the internal battles we all face as creative business owners.
From the fear of launching to the anxiety we face around our life purpose, Creative Courage is the first podcast series that will dive deep into the psychology of courage and its key part in our success as business owners, leaders and creatives.
Each week, we bring you expert insights and proven strategies from inspiring entrepreneurs and thought leaders who have conquered their creative challenges.
If you’re ready to elevate your creative journey and unlock your full potential, so that you can make more impact, win better clients and ultimately be proud of what you’ve built, then subscribe to Creative Courage now on your favourite podcast platform.
Join us as we redefine what it means to thrive as a creative business owner.
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