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 Yesterday (Tuesday) was what I call a ‘worlds collide’ day. 🌍 🌏 I slept in a little (like 7am lol, which honestly felt luxurious), worked from bed for a bit because I was trying to keep my cortisol low, and then dove right in. Today I’ve been: ✨ A talent agent ✨ A social media strategist ✨ A writer on Substack ✨ A voice teacher ✨ A singer and pianist ✨ And I even got to be on a panel talk...

Join Karen as she catches up with one of her bestie’s, Eden Casteel, to discuss the exciting upcoming NATS Conference in Knoxville this June 27th - July 1st. Eden talks about her featured cabaret show, ‘Kahn Artist: Madeline and Me,' and their joint presentation on AI in the music studio. They also dive into Eden's songwriting process and the impactful role AI plays in both their musical a...

Today's episode is a highlight for International Women's Day! Meet Dr. Michelle Latour and Katie Morris, two extraordinary women whose lives are interwoven with music, teaching, and the transformative power of voice. Michelle, with a rich history of years in voice teaching, shares her journey from academia to founding Latour Voice Studios. Katie, whose voice is rediscovered through Michell...

Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation with Michelle Markwart Deveaux, a truly remarkable business coach and friend. Discover Michelle's journey from being a business colleague to a treasured friend, as she shares her expertise in social media management, marketing, and beyond. Delve into the evolving landscape of 2024 business marketing, exploring trends, ethics, and the impact o...

Procrastivity is my new favorite word... it encapsulates me to a T! You, too? Let's figure out how to capitalize on this and get more done in less time... Episode 5 of NaPodPoMo and Episode 32 of Season 3 of 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝗣𝕊.  Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! 🎙️ Podcast Episode Page - ⁠⁠ https://www.podpage.com/your-creative...⁠⁠ Here are my important deets... ↓ 🦋 My Social Medi...

How to Plan for a GREAT week! (Hint… it’s easier than you think.) Episode 31 of Season 3 Planning for a productive week may seem like a magical unicorn event, but it’s not. I’m sharing ACTIONABLE steps to get things done AND have time for yourself… Apps I mention: Apple Notes Journal by Apple Craft as a part of SetApp (my affiliate link to this AMAZING app is https://go.setapp.com/invite/muuxw9lq...

Welcome to Episode 31 of 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝗣𝕊! Let's chat about multi-hyphenate living NaPodPoMo Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! Podcast Page - ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/your-creative...⁠⁠ 🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My Page 💻 ⁠⁠https://sleek.bio/socialbutterflygroup⁠⁠ Positive Vibes Newsletter Curated social media updates, marketing, tools, and tech help along with pep tal...

Welcome to Episode 30 of 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝗣𝕊! Trendy vs. Trending: When it comes to social media, it's not about following every fad, but staying on trend. Let's explore a few trends that can enhance your online presence and help your business grow. #SocialMediaTrends #StayOnTrend SOOO much more coming, friends, talk sooooon! Karen —————————————————————————— Like, Share, and Subscribe for mo...

A quickiesode to catch you up, inspire you, teach you a bit about the Apple Journal, and share some awesome people and org. Welcome to Episode #29 and day 1 of NaPodPoMo. 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝕡𝕤, your go-to guide for navigating the entrepreneurial and artistic landscape. Also available on YouTube  as a video podcast!   Stuff I mentioned - The SpeakEasy Cooperative -  https://thespeakeasycooperative.com/...

Welcome to Episode #28 of 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝕡𝕤, your go-to guide for navigating the entrepreneurial and artistic landscape. Also available on YouTube as a video podcast! Whether you're a voice coach, an AI enthusiast, or a social media marketer, this is terrain you'll need to navigate. It's not about finding the easy route, but about understanding the map to create your unique path. Many...

When we put ourselves out there with an open mind and heart... miraculous things can happen! I've got a reeeeally good biz tip pep talk comin' your way! Learn who the "lucky girl syndrome" girl is on TikTok and why it's important.  Social media updates for LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram you need to know! 🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My One Page 💻 Positive Vibes Newsletter Curated social m...

Here we are! Episode 16 of Season 2 and final episode of the season and of the year 2022.  This multi-hyphenate girl is making a few predictions and leaving you with things to think about as we head in to the new year, 2023. (✿◠‿◠)❀ From vertical video to the resurgence of Facebook pages and profiles, using emojis, optimizing with social SEO and the truly exciting AI happenings, I believe 2023 is...

OHHH it's one of my favorite subjects, the human voice! While this episode is singer-centric YOU very likely have a voice that you use and will def benefit from this discussion. Last episode of the year is coming soon and you don't want to miss my announcements! Official word of the year - official theme of the year - steal my content plan for 2023 AND something JUST FOR YOU! 🦋  Kool stuffs about...

It is so easy during the month of December to find your self exhausted and depleted of energy.  Protect your precious creativity friends. I've found a great hack through my journaling routine that just might help you, too!  And, nope.  You don't have to journal... but I do recommend it. 😉 I even left in a moment of... well let's just say I got a bit verklempt.  Learn it in less than 15 mins. 🦋 H...

I've got a minisode, solosode for you today!  Take those anxious thoughts and reframe them to get yourself back on track. It only take a few moments and works every time. Remember, you still have to take the action and do the thing... 😊 . I know you can do it. 🎯  I am so very thankful for you and wish you a most beautiful day! 🌈  A few of you have asked soooo... FYI: Minisode - 5 mins or less Q...

It's that time of year when all things planners and planning are on everybody's mind... especially ours!   Planners, both digital and analog with LOADS of pretty pens and stickers are ESSENTIAL to soloprenuers and small biz owners. Personally, I love to have both a digital one ( I've always got my phone with me) AND a physical one (or several, lol) sitting on my desk. Kim has an exciting new compa...

High-tech and low-latency and SOO much more! We talk about live-streaming and how technology (and Eden) are changing the world. And loads of performer, musician stuff, too! We just can't help it!  Cool stuffs about Eden!  A “stunning coloratura soprano” with “a great sense of comic timing,” performer/producer Eden Casteel is the host of “The Eden Show,” a weekly interactive online show featuring m...

If you are a Notion lover and you are a musician, voice teacher, studio owner, creative, then this chat is for YOU!  Notion is an incredible tool ESPECIALLY for soloprenuers. And, Notion templates are quickly becoming my fave thing! I'm chatting with friend, Tasia. Here's a little about her... Tasia (like fantasia) is a creative entrepreneur, classically trained percussionist, and Notion consultan...

Minisode! Less than 10 minutes to learn - grow - be inspired! VIE - Very important episode!  Are you downloading your content from the platforms? What if you get locked out? What if they glitch and go down for weeks? What happens when you leave this wonderful world for the next heavenly adventure? These are really important to think about and the way you can take care of your content is to downloa...

Minisode! Less than 10 minutes to learn - grow - be inspired!  Let's talk Standard Time and time changes and the importance of sleep!  Update on what's coming tomorrow...  The cool website ↓ ↓↓ shared with me by friend and colleague, Sara Campbell (who's very cool btw, here's her website ). 🌞 Save Standard Time 🌝 go there and do the things!!  🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My One Page 💻 Po...

Friday round up for NaPodPoMo! A true minisode - less than 5 minutes to learn, grow and be inspired! Highlights include: Follow Shawn and here's her website! Follow George here! 🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My One Page 💻 Join the Social Butterfly Group! Learn, grow, and get the help you need... it's like having a social media manager in your back pocket! 🦋 Positive Vibes Newsletter Curate...

Getting yourself out there... IRL and online. You can absolutely do this! A quickie-sode - just 10 minutes to learn, grow and be inspired! Highlights include: Why we want to try to get out there more How to tiptoe in... (it is 💯 manageable) A Facebook update you just might LOVE! 🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My One Page 💻 Join the Social Butterfly Group! Learn, grow, and get the help you n...

Day 2 of NaPodPoMo and I'm talking about social media, how to get the MOST out of it AND how to curate your feeds for maximum joy! Think of this as your guide to happy and fulfilling social media usage.  🦋 Here are my deets... ↓ My One Page 💻 Join the Social Butterfly Group! Learn, grow, and get the help you need... it's like having a social media manager in your back pocket! 🦋 Positive Vibes N...

Thrilled to be doing a podcast challenge in 2022! NaPodPoMo is an international challenge to record 30 pods in 30 days OMG... Here we go! In today's episode you will hear WHY I'm doing it and HOW doing challenges can benefit YOU! It gets your creative juices flowing, helps with accountability and doing things as a group is always better and much more fun.  Here are a few of the things I mention......

Friend, colleague, sister from another mister oh the list goes on and on! ❤️  Chatting with Michelle is ALWAYS a joy and this time, we share our chat with you! Michelle has some VERY exciting news to share about a project she has coming up, so performers DON'T MISS IT! 👀  Deets from Michelle: I am a creative director, producer, singer-songwriter, and advocate for women in the arts.  I have a mult...