The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs

In this episode, I'm continuing my summer series by digging into growth — what it really means, why it doesn't happen by accident, and how I pursue it without burning out. I walk through how you can grow in whatever area matters most to you: your business and sales, a new skill, your connections, your email list, or your podcast audience. I share my coach Tracy Stanger's "Simple H...

Welcome to the first episode of my summer series, where I'm exploring energy, growth, joy, flourishing, light, and connection. In this episode, I'm diving into energy — why it naturally fluctuates (especially if you're neurodivergent, creative, or a woman), and practical ways to shift it when you're feeling low. I share my go-to tools for boosting energy: mantras and affirmations,...

Apply for a Free Spot in The Dream Biz Playground! Today on the podcast I'm sharing a struggle I'm currently working through and how I'm working through it. This year has been so tough to sign new clients! I'm sharing: Why it's been harder to land clients in this season How AI marketing has created a trust recession How I improved my messaging around my group coaching What mark...

Today we're hearing from Lauren Glynn about how has built a business that enables her to live her dream life with a business where she doesn't always have to be "on" and the ability to live six months each year in two different states. Listen in to learn how Lauren: Transitioned from part-time business ownership to full-time Knew it was the right time to leave her position with t...

Are routines hard for you? You're not alone! Today I'm chatting about why routines are hard for ADHD entrepreneurs and some ideas for creating a flexible structure around your business. Want a free spot in The Dream Biz Playground? Apply here !

Have you ever felt stuck or creatively blocked in your business? Or have you been in the middle of launching something and it just felt off but you couldn't figure out why? In today's episode, I'm sharing how that happened to me recently and what you can do to get unstuck if you're feeling stuck! We'll talk about: 8 strategies for getting unstuck How getting outside can be the...

Today I'm sharing with you my Joy-First Business Model and how I to help my clients enjoy their businesses without burnout. Here's what I'm covering: How to design your dream days NOW Making your daily operations work for you Task management/energy management even on low capacity days Finding your way to do marketing that you enjoy! Get my Dream Day Exercise HERE Become my 1:1 Client!...

Today on the podcast, I'm chatting with Kai Northcott who went from selling insurance to living full time on the road and working within the natural rhythms of the earth. Now, as an ADHD Coach, they help people with ADHD achieve their goals and work even in a system that was designed for neurotypical people. In this episode, we talk about: Kai's journey from insurance sales to living on th...

Ever feel like your business is a 'wild west' of open tabs and stories about not being 'smart enough' for the tech? As a seasoned business consultant and former educator, Gina Walker specializes in removing the friction between running a business and understanding the technology that runs it. Whether you’re stuck in 'tutorial junkiness,' wrestling with email marketing, or f...

Have you ever downloaded someone's content plan only to find it just… doesn't work for you? In this episode, I'm diving into a real conversation from a recent mastermind call about why cookie-cutter content plans fall flat — and what to do instead. I'm sharing the simple framework I use to create content consistently without the overwhelm: the who, what, when, where, why, and how o...

Today I’m telling you the behind the scenes stories of how I created The Dream Biz Playground and the iterations it went through.  As neurodivergent humans, we are often shamed for being “not disciplined” or being “quitters” or “not following through.” But I like to think we are just really good at knowing what is for us and what isn’t.  You might think if you changed your offer then you’re a fail...

Today's topic is inspired by a threads post where they were wondering where the people were who didn't follow hustle culture, but also didn't fall into the soft/cozy culture of business and how they actually think business should be a mix of both. Let's talk about it! How do you build a sustainable business? For me, it involves: Putting self-care as a foundation Following your natu...

Today I’m sharing with you some signs of burnout as a business owner, what you can do to prevent burnout, and how to recover from burnout if you’re in it.  *Note* These are my personal opinions and are not to be taken as medical or professional advice. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or burnout, please seek the help of a licensed professional.  Burnout can happen when we experience pe...

In this episode, business coach Christi Johnson teaches you a fun game to play to make your daily operations in your business more fun: Chuck the Suck. To play Chuck the Suck, you write down all the things that you absolutely hate doing in your business and don't bring you joy. You then tear them off into little strips and decide what to do with the strips. Do you want to burn them? Rip them u...

In this episode, creative business coach Christi Johnson and creative entrepreneur Kevin Chung talk about building a creative life on your own terms. Kevin shares how he’s balancing contract work with his creative business, why he and his wife made a bold move to Costa Rica, and what it really looks like to pursue big dreams one intentional step at a time. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why creativ...

In this episode, Business Coach Christi Johnson chats with Robin J. Emdon (the “Procrastination Slayer”) about why procrastination isn’t laziness—and how to build momentum toward your goals using brain science (not willpower) . In this episode, you’ll learn: The difference between procrastination vs. laziness (and why it matters) Why “staying busy” can still keep you stuck How to build momentum on...

>Read the Transcript< In this episode, I’m joined by anti-hustle business coach and one of my favorite humans on the internet, Tracy Stanger . 🌿 Tracy believes there’s very little in life or business you actually “have” to do—and that when you focus on the result you want (instead of the to-do list you think you should follow), a lot more freedom opens up. We talk about her philosophy of “s...

Today I’m sharing the part of my burnout story I don’t talk about often: the moment I realized strategy wasn’t going to save me, but creativity would. I take you behind the scenes of what it was like navigating panic attacks, fear-driven decision-making, and the pressure to “fix my business fast.” And then I share the surprising shift that changed everything: learning how to play again . We’ll tal...

Feeling low energy lately? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing how I use my Enough Business Plan —the simplest, most sustainable version of my business—to keep things running smoothly even on low-energy days. I’ll walk you through how I identify my “enough” tasks, structure my business around what actually matters, and create space for rest and reflection without guilt. ✨ Tune in to he...

f you’ve been feeling stuck, scattered, or disconnected from your business lately — this episode is for you. I'm sharing one of my favorite tools for burnout recovery and nervous system regulation: the Joy Menu. Inspired by my own healing journey, this playful and practical exercise helps you reconnect with creativity, calm, and joy in just a few minutes a day — no major reset or business overhaul...

Creative coach Kamina James joins me to show you how to make business easier —without the hustle. We talk building one stable income stream, selling daily in 30 minutes, setting real boundaries (no nights/weekends), and designing a portfolio career that actually supports your life. Kamina shares mindset shifts for perfectionists, starting a business in your hardest season, and why only buyers’ opi...

Photographer, coach, and world traveler Mycah Bain joins me to talk about building a business around time wealth —so you can step away, live fully, and still grow sustainably. We dive into how she leads a multi–six-figure studio with a team of 10, takes 2–3 month winter sabbaticals every year, and uses systems, SOPs, and AI to create more freedom (not more hustle). In this episode, you’ll hear: Wh...

What if every “detour” in your business was actually preparing you for what’s next? In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Cunningham —host of So Can I and founder of a social media agency—who shares how she’s built a business rooted in curiosity, alignment, and consistency (not hustle). We talk about the power of trusting your gut, the reality of slow and steady podcast growth, and how to make str...

What if your business didn’t feel like a never-ending list of “shoulds”? In this inspiring Dream Biz® Journeys episode, I sit down with Praise Santos McKenna of Come Plum—brand studio leader, podcast host, and coach for women entrepreneurs—to talk about building a business with slow abundance . Praise shares her mission to inspire and resource 10,000 women, the ripple effects of confidence, and ho...

Are you building a business that supports your life—or one that consumes it? In this episode, I sit down with systems strategist Melissa Rich of Virtually Done Systems to talk about what it really takes to create a flexible business for creative entrepreneurs. Melissa shares her journey from 17 years as a wedding photographer to building a systems and automations business designed for freedom, fam...