Tracy Matthews

Creatives Rule the World

Business EN ↓ 624 episodes

This show is for creators who are done playing small, the ones who know their ideas aren’t just a passion… they’re a portal  Here, we’re rewriting the rules of entrepreneurship. Forget cookie-cutter blueprints and burnout culture, I’m here to help you grow a business that feels good, pays well, and the kind of personal freedom that only comes when you’re brave enough to do things your own way. Through solo episodes and honest conversations with creative entrepreneurs, artists, and founders, I’ll give you the mindset shifts, marketing moves, and business tools you need to grow with clarity, flo...

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Tracy Matthews

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Business

Latest episode

Jun 25, 2026

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Episodes

EP378: 3 Overlooked Website Traffic Sources to Grow Your Online Sales 08.12.2022

Reach more new customers and run paid ads on a limited budget using these 3 overlooked website traffic sources. Plus, they’re cost effective and provide longevity for your ad efforts.    Here are the resources mentioned in the show:   Traffic on Fire Accelerator 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/tof Book Your Free Discovery Call 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/discoverycall/ Resour...

Tuesday Tip: Million Dollar Maker Mindset 06.12.2022

If you're not getting the results you want in business, the number one thing that is standing in your way is your mindset.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Free Discovery Call 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/discoverycall/   Laying The Foundation 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/   Momentum 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum     Are you enjoying...

EP377: The 3 Core Habits of a Highly Successful Maker 01.12.2022

3 core habits that set million dollar makers apart from struggling small business owners.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: An Inside Look At A 7-Figure Jewelry Brand 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/7figures Book Your Free Discovery Call 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/discoverycall/ Resources for Jewelry Designers 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/programs/...

Tuesday Tip: Quick Tip to Increase Your Average Order Value 29.11.2022

Today, I want to talk about a quick tip to increase your average order value as a small business owner.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Fast Cash Strategies Mini Course 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/fastcash   Resources for Jewelry Designers 👉 http://flourishthriveacademy.com/programs     Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you gave us a rating and review!...

EP376: Simple Ways to Express and Embody Gratitude (Even When Things Are HARD) 24.11.2022

In this episode, I get personal about thriving through personal hardship and my best tips for embodying gratitude when everything feels like it’s going wrong.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Fast Cash Strategies Mini Course 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/fastcash   Resources for Jewelry Designers 👉 http://flourishthriveacademy.com/programs     Are you enjoying the podcast? W...

Tuesday Tip: 3 Hidden Profit Centers in Your Jewelry Business 22.11.2022

3 hidden opportunities for profit in your jewelry business that you probably haven’t thought about before. Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Fast Cash Strategies Mini Course 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/fastcash   Resources for Jewelry Designers 👉 http://flourishthriveacademy.com/programs   Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you gave us a rating and review! Y...

EP375: The New Age of Brick and Mortar Retail with Jennifer Gandia 17.11.2022

Jennifer Gandia shares her journey from newbie jewelery designer to the co-owner of a thriving family business.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Follow Jennifer on IG 👉 https://www.instagram.com/jennifergandia /  Greenwich St. Jewelers 👉 https://www.greenwichjewelers.com/   Momentum 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum     Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful...

Tuesday Tip: The Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship 15.11.2022

The ups and downs of business are just indicators that we're on the right track, or that there's something that we need to learn.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Momentum 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum   Laying The Foundation 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/     Are you enjoying the p...

EP 374: Joy and Human Connection NYC Jewelry Week 10.11.2022

Learn how to stand out as an independent jewelry designer from the founders of New York City Jewelry Week, Bella Neyman, J.B. Jones, and their creative partner, Alain Simic.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Bella Neyman 👉 https://www.instagram.com/bellaneyman/   J.B. Jones 👉 https://www.instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s/   Alain Simic 👉 https://www.instagram.com/alainsimic/   Traffic O...

Tuesday Tip: The Simple Advertising Strategy That Anyone Can Pull Off for Holiday 08.11.2022

The simplest way to get started with advertising for your jewelry business, even if you have a small budget and are technically challenged.    Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Momentum 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum Traffic on Fire Accelerator 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum/#traffic Episode 373 with Nicole Diedrich 👉 https://www.flourishthriveaca...

EP 373: What's Working Now on FB and Instagram Ads For Paid Ads 03.11.2022

Nicole Diedrich, founder of Diedrich Marketing Strategies, catches us up to speed on the kinds of paid advertising strategies that are working now on Facebook and Instagram.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Follow Nicole on Instagram 👉 https://instagram.com/mrs.diedrich/   Traffic On Fire 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum/#sprint1 Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flou...

Tuesday Tip: End the Year Strong With Marketing That Matters 01.11.2022

While you’re in the thick of the hectic holiday season, here are a few simple ideas to help you make the most of it.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Marketing That Matters 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/marketingthatmatters   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/   Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/strategy     Are you enjoying the...

EP 372: 3 Steps to Grow Your Business to 7-Figures 27.10.2022

What got you here , isn’t going to get you there . Today, we’re going to look at 3 steps to grow your business to 7-figures and talk about the changes you need to make along the way.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Momentum 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/   Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flourishthriveacade...

Tuesday Tip: Email Markting Tips to Increase Sales (Stolen From Big Brands) 25.10.2022

What big brands are doing with their email marketing that you should be, too.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Momentum 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/momentum   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/   Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/strategy     Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you gave us a rating and review!...

EP 371: The Top 3 Things You Need on Your Website for Better Sales Conversion 20.10.2022

Your website can make or break your sales. Here are the top 3 things every small business owner needs on their website for better conversions.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Marketing That Matters 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/marketingthatmatters   Shopify Free Trial 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/shopify   Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/l...

Tuesday Tip: Tik Tok (We're Back) and Getting Over the Fear of an Unfamiliar Platform 18.10.2022

Feeling camera shy? You’re not alone. TikTok and Reels are the king of content right now. Let’s talk about how to confront your fears and create content that doesn’t stress you out.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/   Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flourishthri...

EP 370: The Automated Email Series That Boosts Sales for the Holidays 13.10.2022

There is an automated marketing sequence that can help you increase your sales, sometimes up to 35-44%! If you don’t have it, you’re basically leaving money on the table.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Marketing That Matters 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/marketingthatmatters   Shopify Free Trial 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/shopify   Episode #266 w/ Chris Orzechowsk...

Tuesday Tip: Improving Your Productivity on the Bench 11.10.2022

Quay Flom shares the genius production system she used to build a 6+ figure jewelry brand.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Follow Quay on Instagram 👉 https://instagram.com/quayanndesigns/   Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf   Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/strategy     Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you g...

EP 369: Do I fight for it? Or close my jewelry business? 06.10.2022

8 questions to ask yourself when you’re trying to decide whether you should keep fighting for your jewelry business is or close it down and move on to your next adventure.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show:   Timeless Brand Masterclass 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/timelessbrand   Free Strategy Audit 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/strategy   Laying The Foundation 👉 https...

Tuesday Tip: Easy Reels + Tike Tok Editing Strategy 04.10.2022

How Claire Mannheimer creates weeks worth of Instagram Reels content for her jewelry business in just a few hours.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/chapter1/   Shopify Free Trial 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/shopify   Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d...

EP 368: How to market beyond your network with a small marketing budget 29.09.2022

Stuck in the friends and family zone? This week we’re talking about a few marketing strategies you can use to grow your audience as a small business owner, no matter what kind of budget you’re working with.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/chapter1/   Shopify...

Tuesday Tip: Standing Out With Your Collection 27.09.2022

If you’re struggling to get repeat orders in your jewelry business, it might be time to reevaluate the way you’re merchandizing your collections.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show:   Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/     The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/chapter1/     Shopify Free Trial 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/shopify...

EP 367: Why Your Sales Will Never Grow Beyond Your Mindset 22.09.2022

There’s a huge difference between the mindsets of people who successfully build thriving businesses and people who struggle continuously to see growth. Here’s what you need to know.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/chapter1/   Shopify Free Trial 👉 https://flo...

Bonus: How to Always Have a Cycle of Sales Coming Into Your Business 20.09.2022

Getting stuck in a sales plateau is often the make-or-break point for many small businesses. And the only way to make it (instead of break it) is through the lens of The Desired Brand Effect.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show:   Laying The Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/   The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/chapter1/   Shopify Free Trial 👉...

EP 366: A Thriving Jewelry Store in an Economic Downturn? 15.09.2022

Is it possible to have a thriving jewelry business during an economic downturn? YES. Here’s how Quay Flom keeps her jewelry businesses booming even during the scary economic times.   Here are the resources mentioned in the show:   Timeless Brand Masterclass 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/timelessbrand/     Laying the Foundation 👉 https://flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf/     Follow Quay on Ins...

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