Two Desks Down

In a very hot topic right now, Caitie and I discuss when it's appropriate to use AI in your business and when you might want to stick with your human brain.  As tempting as it may be, it’s better to struggle through the writing process than let AI take over. The human element is why people hire you and that isn’t what shows up when you let AI take the wheel. 00:00 Introduction to Two Desks Down Po...

The peer support episode features a live review of website copy for the podcast page! Listen in to hear where it started, what tips Caitie suggested and take a peek to see where it ended up.  This is the perfect episode to tune in if you’re looking for copy editing tips as you write your own podcast page.  Record the podcast (or do the offer) before writing the page to better craft the message Rea...

This episode is all about Schedules and Time Blocking Calendars. Business owners often struggle to figure out the best schedule for their business each week and this week we talk through real life example. This is a Peer Coaching episode where Caitie shares her dilemmas around her weekly schedule and Erin helps provide suggestions.  This discussion includes: Scheduling work at 80%  Whether to bloc...

S1:E3 Life is Expensive! Balancing Contracting Work in your Business  We're using a Thread as a jumping-off point for today's conversation. Caitie and Erin go deeper into the realities of running a business and why doing consulting work might be THE thing that keeps your business afloat, not something to be ashamed of. Wanna join the conversation? DM us on Instagram and share your thoughts. We mig...

In this episode we focus on the business side to discuss how to get shit done that isn’t the primary thing you sell. As service providers we have a specialty but we also have to do admin work, financials, inbox, show up on social, and do many other marketing things. We talk strategies for how Caitie figures it out in her business.  Also in this episode: How Caitie explains her work to her grandma...

In this engaging conversation, Caitie Cupples shares her journey as a website copywriter, her love for fantasy books like Dungeon Crawler Carl, and her insights on balancing business, reading, and family life. Discover practical tips on updating website copy, time management, and the importance of empathy-driven content. Action items: Create an emergency plan for personal and business life Automat...

An overview of what's to come on Season 1 and background on your host, Erin Taylor. 00:00 Introduction to Two Desks Down Podcast 00:59 Erin's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship 02:13 Supporting Design Studios: The Role of an Online Business Manager 03:09 Introducing Co-Host Caitie Couples and Season Overview Erin Taylor is the lead Operations Strategist and OBM at Lunimae Strategy & Sy...