Pollen: For Creative Entrepreneurs with Diana Davis

If you've ever felt like you needed a change, wanted more out of life, or had a desire to try more things in your small amount of time here, then this episode will really excite you. Gaby Cevallos is a life design strategist and is passionate about helping people create the roadmap that helps them live life to the absolute fullest and create the changes and shifts that they need when they need the...

If you want a well-rounded and fully fulfilled life and business, learning to harmonize your masculine and feminine is an important piece. But how do you lean into your feminine energy in business and what does that look like? In this episode with Megan Hatfield, you're getting the answers to those questions and more. Megan is a master of creating a beautifully balanced life led by the feminine, a...

The Recess community is finally open to the world! This wasn't an idea that was quickly launched though - there's a process to creating a space that actually makes a difference for the people that are a part of it. For this episode, you'll get a little peek behind the curtain of how the Recess community came to exist and what the process looked like to create it. You'll also hear some questions th...

What does success look like for you? What if you found out that most people that achieve the success they want and have all the money they need aren't actually fulfilled? This is the mindset challenge that Townsend is encouraging you to think about. Society tells us that we have to chase more money and that if we have money, we'll be safe, secure, and happy, but in this episode, we're challenging...

This is a special episode (and a first) on the podcast because it's a collaboration episode with my friend, dietician, and fellow retreat host Caitie Corradino. We came together for an episode to discuss the power of travel and retreats and how these have influenced both of our lives. Plus we're offering a special invitation to attend my retreat in Ecuador AND Caitie's retreat in Scotland in a fun...

We talk about digital nomad life a lot on this podcast, but today you're getting a new perspective on traveling the world full-time from Latina, CEO, social media strategist, and world traveler Dulce Toscano. Dulce grew up a hard worker in an immigrant family, was the first in her family to go to college, conquered the corporate world, started a successful business, and then followed her intuition...

The podcast is back after a little hiatus and it feels so good! Let's talk about clients and when we feel like they're just not out there. We've all had moments of feeling like we're speaking to the void, no one wants to pay us, and we should just give up, but we're going to talk through that in this episode. You'll get both mindset shifts and some tactical strategies for expanding your view on wo...

Hey Pollen! How often do you listen to your intuition? Do you tend to ignore that feeling deep in your belly or do you boldly live according to it?  I'm so excited to share this episode with Caitie Corradino where we dive into how intuition can bust right through your fears. Intuition can sometimes sound a bit out there — woowoo, even — and people tend to misrepresent it as only gut instinct. Befo...

Hey Pollen! It's been a while but I'm back with a new solo episode that dives into the themes of life and love. A lot has been happening lately and I'm excited to share my journey with you. What's next for me? That's a question I've been asking myself a lot lately. Moving forward can be difficult, but when we take one step at a time, we eventually figure out what's in store for us. I know firsthan...

Hey Pollen! I'm back with a new episode with a special guest, Cait Scudder. She's a 7 Figure CEO, Business Mentor for Mom Entrepreneurs and my former coach! We're coming to you today with an interesting conversation about the wonders of motherhood and business. We know that mothers are amazing, strong, and capable people. But did you know that motherhood and business can go hand in hand? Mothers g...

Hey Pollen! I'm back with another solo episode where I break down the top 5 five things to do when you're starting your business or pivoting into a new direction. We're only real people here: building a business isn't an easy task, and neither is pivoting your business. But here's the flip side: it might not be easy, but it's definitely simple.  So don't let the road ahead stop you before you even...

Hey Pollen! Joining us for today's episode is creative brand expert, Giulia Previati ! This conversation will surely help you grow as a creative entrepreneur! Branding is all the ways your business presents itself to the world. It's how you tell your story, connect with your audience, and stand out from the competition. As a creative entrepreneur, it's vital to build a brand that is aligned with y...

Hey Pollen! I'm back with another exciting episode and this time, we're joined by a very special guest — Larry Davis, my dad! This episode on art and trusting your path is such a treat. We dive into my Dad's journey as a cowboy, father, and entrepreneur. He shares so much wisdom on learning from your mistakes and trusting your unique process. There are so many words of wisdom here to help inspire...

Hey Pollen! I'm back with another exciting episode and this time, we get to talk to Ben Easter ! This expert episode on mindset and growing your business is stacked full of powerful takeaways that you can apply to your business today.  Ben's story is a true testament to building a life and business that makes YOU happy and dropping the "shoulds" of society.  We discuss so many mindset shifts, stra...

Hi Pollen! I'm coming at you today with a solo episode on a topic we probably haven't thought about in years — if at all… What would our world be like without Instagram?   There are so many ways to grow your business and make a mark in the creative market outside of Instagram. Things like affiliate marketing, referral programs, collectives and so much more,    As creative entrepreneurs, Instagram...

Hey Pollen! I'm back with another exciting episode and this time, we're joined by Clara Artschwager ! This expert episode on people-pleasing and finding the right match for you will no doubt be a juicy treat for you. So many of us are used to bending over backward to cater to the needs of others. Sometimes, it's the only way we know how to survive and keep a calm environment. Other times, we want...

Social media can be draining. I get it. Most successful business owners and coaches will talk about the power of social media — me included! It's a very helpful tool to reach your people. But if it's becoming toxic and you find yourself scrolling endlessly, it may be time to cut back. Or time to remember why you're using social media in the first place!   And if you need some space from social med...

Hey Pollen! I'm back with a new podcast episode and this time we're joined by one of my best friends in the world, Jamie Ratermann ! You're in for a treat with this expert episode on social media marketing and touching base with your audience. Here's the thing about social media — almost everyone uses it. I scroll every day; you scroll every day. Your target audience likely scrolls through their s...

Hey Pollen! I know it's been a while since the last episode — six months and a bit more! But I'm back for a brand new season. I've been living as a nomad for a YEAR now, and I'm excited to share what that journey's been like with you. I'll say it straight. Living as a nomad hasn't been easy, but it's 100% been worth it. Every day has been a new experience, new challenge, new love, and new thing to...

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you view your creative work? If you haven't already, now is the perfect time to unlock your unique energetic blueprint and uncover how to use energetics to live life your way.   In today's episode, Diana sits down with human design expert Amelia Lehmann to discuss how energetic alignment can bring you purpose, motivation, and ease in your business and life. A...

Ready to kick 2022 to the curb and sprint into the New Year? Not so fast, or you'll miss out on everything you accomplished in 2022. Relax into a comfy chair and pull out your phone's camera roll. You might be surprised at how far you've come since last January.   In this mini-episode, Diana takes a moment to thank the Pollen community and reminds you to slow down and reflect. After fully absorbin...

Be honest…how is your relationship with money? Do you crave wealth but feel a sense of unease around having a plethora of it? Is the idea of debt something you stuff away under your bed or in a closet and hope will go away? You might even feel guilty for wanting more when you already have everything you really need.   In this episode, Diana sits down with Money Mentor and Financial Advisor Meera M...

As productive as it may sound, it's impossible to do everything by yourself when you're growing a business — and you really shouldn't. While it is ideal to be hands-on with all parts of the business, it can take a toll on your growth as an entrepreneur. This is where hiring a new team and learning how to delegate tasks come in.  But finding the right people is no easy task. It can take weeks, if n...

The influencer space has taken the world by storm in the past years. We are now consuming content at levels previously unimaginable, and we're seeing essentially no end to this momentum soon. But what does it mean to become an influencer? And how do you even become one? In this episode of The Pollen Podcast, Diana talks to Melanie Phillips, founder of Headstands and Heels. She talks about her jour...

Is it possible to have both your dream life and a business you love? Can you have everything you want and still enjoy success at work? The answer is a full body yes! Whether it's a life of travel or spending your days happily at home, living your dream life is completely possible. Many people think you need to hustle 24/7 in your business to have enough freedom to live the way you want to. However...