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The Self Taught Designer

By The Self Taught Designer

Our journey is a fun roller coaster. Discovering our passion as a creative, diving headfirst, and trying to figure out how these all work. This podcast is a passion project, my journey is a roller coaster. I’m a self-taught designer and an agency owner. I hope to help you all fellow savvy self-taught creatives that despite all the procrastination and self-doubt, we have something to offer to the world and our creativity is a gift worth exploring. So come and join me as I share my story and invite others who are experts in their own field.
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Choosing Softwares or Tools to help you business

Choosing Softwares or Tools to help you business

Learn from our Guest Expert Carrie Downey owner of Clarity Co a Digital Productivity Consulting firm, as she share some softwares and tools you can use in running your business to operate efficiently. Are you looking for tools to help you in your business? Then this interview is for you!!
Jan 26, 202346:44
Things I've learned in 2022

Things I've learned in 2022

Time flies indeed so fast, 2022 is over and the new year is here but the lessons we've learned will surely be remembered. As a business owner, it surely was a roller coaster but all the things I've learned are things I will surely treasure. Come and join me as I share my top 10 lessons of 2022!
Jan 13, 202327:40
My Journey with Different Mentors

My Journey with Different Mentors

My journey in having different mentors has helped me level up in every stage in my business. Every mentor has helped me in my business.  Let me share to you who has been my mentors and how they have helped me, as well the new mentor investment I just did to help us level up. 
Sep 11, 202233:12
 The Lesson I learned from a copywriter's criticism and blunt Feedback

The Lesson I learned from a copywriter's criticism and blunt Feedback

When we learn something, it is sometimes taught or given to us in different ways. This was in a form of criticism or blunt feedback but it was one of the best even hurtful feedback I got when I first started out. Listen in as I break down the things I've learned.  DISCLAIMER: I have shared the voice clip, omit the client's name, and changed the voice of the one who gave feedback.  The intention of sharing this is for us to learn how to deal with this type of feedback and how to improve giving feedback to others.  Please let me know your worst feedback from someone while you are doing your business and how you turned this into a blessing.  
Aug 03, 202227:46
AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Christian Samson

AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Christian Samson

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022. Recognizing the contributions and influence of Asian Americans. We celebrate our Heritage, we celebrate hard work, we celebrate the resilience and we celebrate our voice! Join me for our last interview for this AAPI Series! Our guest is a business owner and videographer, who helps businesses with video content to widen their reach and audience with a strong background in filmmaking and TV Commercials.
Jul 10, 202234:42
AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Ivy Sagrado

AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Ivy Sagrado

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022. Recognizing the contributions and influence of Asian Americans. We celebrate our Heritage, we celebrate hard work, we celebrate the resilience and we celebrate our voice! vy is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for helping others achieve their dreams. She has a passion for seeing others succeed, and she’s been blessed to be able to help other entrepreneurs get started with their businesses in just a few weeks. Join me as we learn more about Ivy!
Jul 03, 202233:56
AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Abby Laguidao

AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Abby Laguidao

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022. Recognizing the contributions and influence of Asian Americans. We celebrate our Heritage, we celebrate hard work, we celebrate the resilience and we celebrate our voice! Join me as I chat with Brand Mentor Influencer, Brand Photographer Expert, Entrepreneur, and Business Coach Abby Laguidao will join us as we continue our Interview Series for the AAPI Celebration this month of May!
Jun 26, 202239:59
AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Lovely Abbott

AAPI Heritage Month, Our FILIPINO Heritage: Special Guest Lovely Abbott

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022. Recognizing the contributions and influence of Asian Americans. We celebrate our Heritage, we celebrate hard work, we celebrate the resilience and we celebrate our voice! Join me today as we chat with our first guest Love Abbott. Lovely is the owner of Lovely Abbott Web, Branding & Co. I grew up and spent most of my life in Cebu and moved here to the US in 2016. When I am not helping clients with their visuals and websites, you can find me in my backyard chillin’. Learn more about the Filipino Culture and learn more as we started our entrepreneurial journey.
Jun 20, 202201:02:10
Creating A Heart-Centered Profitable Business with Coach Anna Rupp

Creating A Heart-Centered Profitable Business with Coach Anna Rupp

In this episode, we have special guest Anna Rupp who was a business coach in 2021.  Anna is a business coach, green tea drinker, and mama to two. She’s the host of the weekly show, the Heart Center Entrepreneur Podcast and leader of 11K strong Heart-Centered Entrepreneur FB Community where she helps women get visible and sell out their services (with heart). Links: Viewers can connect with Anna on her Instagram or in her Facebook group and photos are attached.Free FB community: www.heartcentredcommunity.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/anna.frandsen Website: https://www.heartcenteredentrepreneur.com/ Podcast: https://www.heartcenteredentrepreneur.com/podcast
Mar 27, 202230:40
Why Alignment in Business is Important

Why Alignment in Business is Important

In today's episode, I will share my thoughts and journey on why alignment in what you do and what you put out there is important but be warned, it took me years to really know what I wanted to do and focus on.   Looking for a mentor to help you in your business as a self-taught designer visit www.savvychicdesign.com/mentorship
Mar 20, 202215:23
When the student is ready the teacher appears

When the student is ready the teacher appears

Every mentor I have has been a blessing in my quest to be a successful creative business owner. In this episode, I share with you my story and journey as I worked with amazing mentors who helped me shape my future.  Looking for a mentorship program check out www.savvychicdesign.com/mentorship.com and see if this is a right fit for you. 
Mar 13, 202222:60
Guest Expert Allie Martin talks about Public Relations for your Business

Guest Expert Allie Martin talks about Public Relations for your Business

Allie Hembree Martin is a visibility expert and owner of Fame and Fortune. She works with female entrepreneurs to elevate their brand and gain credibility and cash through proactive public relations and strategic social media. She formerly worked in public relations for Amazon, Alltech, Kendra Scott, and the International Spa Association. She also produces and hosts the podcast Selfish, a show dedicated to self-care and following your dreams! She lives in Shelbyville, Kentucky with her husband Brandon and labradoodle Henna Sue. Make sure to follow Allie Links: http://iwantfamefortune.com/ http://socialwithallie.com/ Contact: Send me a DM on Instagram https://instagram.com/thealliemartin
Feb 27, 202239:10
Go where your ideal clients hang out

Go where your ideal clients hang out

Today on this Podcast, I want to share with you 5 tips where you can find your ideal clients and start hanging out where they hang out. I mean, to be in the business we need to look for clients, right? So try to see if these will work for you and start rubbing elbows with your ideal clients! Enjoy!
Feb 20, 202216:37
 Branding Photos with Amber Larkins

Branding Photos with Amber Larkins

Friends, I am so excited about my first interview for 2022. In this episode, my friend and amazing photographer Amber Larkins, owner of Fitography Files Photography, joins me as she shares some tips and tricks on how photos can help your business and brand. We will talk about brand photoshoots… How to prepare for one How to do your pose or be more confident during the shoot And all things amazing that you can learn as you level up your business in 2022! Amber is a well-sought photographer in Nashville who specializes in Fitness Photography, Head Shots/Brand photography, and a lot more. I was so lucky to be able to work with her last year and will also be working with her more this year. Make sure to follow Amber: www.fitographyfiles.com www.brandographyfiles.com Youtube Channel https://youtube.com/channel/UCKUp-HND3mXE33A6FBiYB7g Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fitographyfiles/ Https://www.instagram.com/brandographyfiles/ Facebook Fitography Files Business Page Https://www.facebook.com/fitographyfiles/ Facebook Group Empowerography Effect  https://www.facebook.com/groups/2669721596419608/ Twitter https://twitter.com/Fitographyfiles Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/fitographyfiles LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-larkins-43529986/
Feb 13, 202241:16
Building Your Online Presence

Building Your Online Presence

Hi Savvies, today, I am going to share my journey in building my online presence as a designer. I have been getting messages lately from other entrepreneurs and fellow creatives on how they love seeing the things they see about my brand online. The truth is, this didn't happen overnight. Also, I don't have thousands of followers like others, but just enough for people to send me a message to ask how I do it. So I hope you enjoy this episode and you can start showing up for your business online. 
Feb 06, 202219:35
A Graduate of YouTube University

A Graduate of YouTube University

Hi friends, welcome to episode 3 of our newly renamed Podcast, The Self Taught Designer. I am so beyond excited to keep things going and share some of the top creative mentors I follow on Youtube. As a Self Taught Designer, Youtube has been an amazing resource for my business. So today, you will know my TOP 5 mentors I follow and below are the links for their channels so you can start following them too. Nicholette Styles https://www.youtube.com/c/NicholetteStyles Ferdy Korpershoek https://www.youtube.com/c/ferdykorpershoek Philip VanDusen https://www.youtube.com/c/PhilipVanDusen Lindsay Marsh https://www.youtube.com/c/LindsayMarsh Chris Do / The Futur https://www.youtube.com/c/thefuturishere Also, be on the lookout soon and visit this episode's blog post here at www.savvychicdesign.com (coming soon)
Jan 30, 202227:26
Should I call myself a Graphic Designer

Should I call myself a Graphic Designer

Calling ourselves something else will confuse our clients so if you design graphics then you are a Graphics Designer.  I tried getting fancy with names and trying to create taglines to attract clients but a CONFUSED MIND WON'T BUY! So I stopped getting fancy and went to just calling myself a graphic designer.  
Jan 23, 202215:10
New Year! New Podcast Name! Welcome to The Self Taught Designer Podcast

New Year! New Podcast Name! Welcome to The Self Taught Designer Podcast

We've changed our PODCAST NAME From Savvy Connect to The Self Taught Designer! Our journey is a fun roller coaster. Discovering our passion as a creative, diving headfirst, and trying to figure out how these all work. This podcast is a passion project, my journey is a roller coaster. I’m a self-taught designer and an agency owner. I hope to help you all fellow savvy self-taught creatives that despite all the procrastination and self-doubt we have something to offer to the world and our creativity is a gift worth exploring. So come and join me as I share my story, mistakes and learnings. We will also invite others who are experts in their own field. Love Passion Projects!
Jan 09, 202216:48
Value Based Strategy to Create for Powerful Visibility Online

Value Based Strategy to Create for Powerful Visibility Online

Hi savvies! Building an online business requires you at times to be visible so you can attract your tribe, community, or audience. But showing up needs to be strategic for you so come and join me as we chat with Shi Chen about visibility online. Just a brief introduction of our guest speaker. Shi Chen is a certified business coach, wife, mama of two daughters, and avid journaler.  She helps coaches, creatives, and online service providers build a solid business foundation with simple visibility, sales, and leadership strategies so they can get fully booked with their dream clients.  She's awesome! To learn more savvy tips, stay tuned to @savvy connection  You can also follow and visit us at:  Website: https://savvychicdesign.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/savvychicdesign Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/visualsavviesofficial Instagram: www.instagram.com/savvy_chic_design/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFhbXwFilmv0MhUUf-Xj63g
Aug 16, 202144:18
Changes

Changes

Hello savvies! Have you experienced changes in your life? How did you deal with it? How did you get over it? Changes are a scenario where we need to move or make a difference from the normal things we used to do or we used to have. Sometimes it can cause stress and anxiety to us especially if we don’t know how to get through it. Before I reached the place where I am today, I experienced many changes in my life and the biggest thing I learned from it was that “you are the Master of your soul”. You have control over everything that happens in your life, so instead of stressing yourself too much, why not escape those changes by planning and thinking of everyone like your family, your business, and yourself? This is a big help for you. Aside from that, always remember these 3 important tips that I want to share with you, 1. Learn to adapt to things. (It will be easier for you if you learn to accept changes) 2. Look forward. (Moving forward and start thinking that the changes will bring you to better results) 3. Know that there are better things ahead for us! Hope these tips help you with every change that comes into your life. Changes happen to everyone, learn to accept them and use them as a motivation to move forward.  Stay Savvy! For more savvy podcasts, Stay tune @Savvy Connection You can also visit us @ https://www.savvychicdesign.com/ Like and follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/savvychicdesign/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savvy_chic_design/
Jun 21, 202108:24
How to Find your Dream Clients?

How to Find your Dream Clients?

Hi there! Each of us dreams of having our dream clients, right? and when that time comes, it is so fulfilling. However, we should always remember that not every day is our lucky day, there are times when we may encounter clients who have given us a headache and a lot of stress. As an entrepreneur, I’ve been through all of that from the beginning of my business, but as time goes on, I’m learning the right process of strategically getting my dream clients, and I wanna share them with you, check these tips; ✔️Know your target market -Learn to have self-awareness, and analyze everything that is happening to your business, (Did I satisfied my clients? like that). This approach will definitely guide you on how you can build up your business in terms of getting your dream clients. ✔️Spend time with groups and events -Get out of your comfort zone. Join seminars, webinars, zoom meetings, and other virtual gatherings. Join groups like Women in business, Women entrepreneurs, and etc. that may help you not only in boosting your self-confidence but also build your authority and your name. ✔️Creating a network -By spending time with groups and events, you have to create your network. (Double your effort because it would be a great foundation in marketing your service or product. ✔️Screening -Be specific, once you market your product or services, indicate there your pricing, with that you will immediately know who will avail of your service and it will also help you to get your dream client. Hope this helps, savvies!❤️ For more savvy tips and savvy episodes, stay tuned to our next podcast @Savvy Connection. Join my Free Live Training on Moodboard Challenge on June 1-3, 2021 in our Fb Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/visualsavviesofficial      Click this link to register: https://savvychicdesign.com/moodboard-training Feel free to visit our website: https://savvychicdesign.com/ Fb Page: https://www.facebook.com/savvychicdesign Instagram: www.instagram.com/savvy_chic_design/ Thank you. ❤️
May 31, 202117:19
My Journey of being a Brand Ambassador

My Journey of being a Brand Ambassador

A beautiful Monday everyone! Are you a Brand Ambassador like me? or Do you want to be a Brand Ambassador? You know what savvies are? Everything we want, we can’t get them in the blink of an eye. We have to go through different journeys before we can reach them. Before I became a Brand Ambassador, I first studied the things I should consider before everything else. I started it with the introduction of my very own Branding. Social Media is my great partner here. I need to become familiar by engaging with the people and engaging with the different  Brands, aside from that, I used to be a guest, as a speaker. I share what I know, and share what I have. At the end of the day, I realize that by sharing my knowledge, I am helping others, just as I am helping myself.  After those basic steps, learn to jump on “How to be a Brand Ambassador? I hope these steps will help you, 1. Create content 2. Engage in the brand 3. Ask if they will accept the Brand Ambassador or if they will accept affiliates. Everything we do will pay off, we just need confidence in our own abilities. Be a #goalgetter. For more savvy podcasts stay tuned @Savvy Connection. It's my pleasure to share with you my journeys, trivia, and some helpful tips.  You can also visit our website: https://savvychicdesign.com/ for more information and inquiries.  Have a great day ahead savvies!
May 17, 202109:47
Dont Pressure Yourself In Niching Down

Dont Pressure Yourself In Niching Down

Hello, there savvy listeners... Each of us has our own abilities, some gain their abilities from the beginning, while some find it over time. As an entrepreneur/businesswoman, I have learned based on my experience that every success we enjoy is not something we get instantaneously. That’s also my basis in niching down. Yes, there are instances that we cannot refuse our clients because we want to be able to provide more service, moreover, practically speaking, we will think about the value or the amount of each service we provide, but now, as time goes by, my perspective has changed. I think it's not bad to refuse, or there's nothing bad to say "NO" to clients especially if you know within yourself that you are not that sure about the service they will need from you. Aside from that, saying NO can help us to persevere, and to improve more. Niching down comes from a long-term process. Your journey will help you find the thing that you know within yourself you can do and you want to do. Don't pressure yourself to niche down if you know that it won't make you happy and if that's not your expertise. Remember, niching down is a long journey... a journey that you know will shape you to show your true talent, your skills, and your expertise that you can proudly promote and serve to your client without hesitation. I hope this will help you, especially for those who are confused about niching down. Thanks for listening. For a more savvy podcast, stay tune to @SavvyConnection. You can also follow us on our mSocial Media sites. 
May 04, 202120:59
First Quarter 2021, a milestone..

First Quarter 2021, a milestone..

Hello there, Savvies. Time flies so fast, the 1st quarter of 2021 has passed. Before starting the Savvychic design, my mindset is 'I love to leave a legacy to the world that I have created something I really loved, and from there, I used that thing as my main goal so that I could persevere even more. And now that I’m here to the point where I’m gradually fulfilling everything based on my goal, I’ve learned the mindset of money. After all, I don’t want to talk about money here, but I just want to convey that “Money is a precious thing as precious as time, money is really good, and it is okay to love money so money would love you back. As a business owner, every time I received the payment, I'm always grateful to see that it is the payment for the value that I have done and it makes me realized how important the service I offer for my clients. Now, we have finished the 1st quarter of 2021, I continue to reach my dream, but this time it's not only MY DREAM, because, now I am not alone, I am with my team that is always here for me, and we are now working together to reach our vision: To provide services that create a positive impact towards our clients. Aside from having an amazing team, these are other things that we need to consider for our businesses that I would share with you; first, review every quarter of your business; second, track your expenses to be more realistic for us to have the freedom to spend time with our family and loved ones, and lastly, we all deserve the abundance because of our dedication to our work.  Hopefully, all of us will continue to reach our goals in the coming months. :) Thanks for tuning in. For more savvy podcasts and savvy stories, stay connected with us by subscribing to Savvy Connection. 
Apr 19, 202119:46
Business Branding_ Kentucky Creatives with Octane Design Studios

Business Branding_ Kentucky Creatives with Octane Design Studios

Branding is one of the most important aspects of one's business, no matter how big or small it is. It is the way of showcasing the best part of yourself; Who are you, How do you speak, as well as What's a type of color you used? aside from that, that's also the way for you to promote your identity and authority. Being part of Creatives, together with our guest Danielle, we are very open to helping you in creating and showcasing your business branding to leverage your business in the online market.   Listen to this podcast and learn how Danielle started her journey and how she helped business owners with their branding for years.   For more savvy podcasts, stay tune in to our Savvy Connection and get connected with our Social Media Sites.
Apr 06, 202132:20
Let's Chat with Kaira Boston about Creative Mindfulness in Business and Life

Let's Chat with Kaira Boston about Creative Mindfulness in Business and Life

Hey Savvies! Have you ever listened to your inner critic who hinders you from achieving your success? If your answer is YES, listen to this podcast as Kaira Boston shares her knowledge on how she uses her Creative Mindfulness in Business and Life. For some instances, we ignore the inner voice within us. It's because we are bothered by the thoughts on what people might think, or what people might say, we are also distracted by the questions, How should I start? How can I do this? or How can I manage things? Always bear in mind, that believing in ourselves and stay focused on the present are ways that we can use to remove the doubt that prevents us from progressing. You can use your creativeness (do paintings, canvas drawings, other artwork, and circles) that will help you express your inner side, and of course, do great things with mindfulness.
Mar 22, 202130:09
Do I really need a website?

Do I really need a website?

Is it really important to have a website?  The website plays a vital role in promoting your identity and presence online. It is the best way for you to be able to reach more consumers and clients. Nowadays, a large portion of the market considers you as one of their options if you have a website.  For some instances, having a website depends on where you are or what you want to achieve for your business. There are entrepreneurs who do not have a website and are just focused on social media for increasing traffic for their businesses. But if we think further about it, we know that we do not own any of the social media platforms, and sometimes there is a change in their publicity and privacy that we cannot control. From there you will think that the best thing to build your authority is to create your very own Website. Stay tuned with our next podcast episodes. Subscribe to our podcast @Savvy Connection. You can also visit our website @https://savvychicdesign.com/ and keep updated with our upcoming blogs.
Feb 15, 202116:55
Looking back.

Looking back.

People say that "The hardest part about moving on is looking back",  That is true, because when people think of looking back, what comes first into their minds are the bad things that happened to them in the past. Why don't we change that?  You know what? You do not have to reminisce about the bad memories you had, instead focus on the good things that happened, and use them as your inspirations to move on with life. Everything given to us from above has a reason. We should be grateful for all that and don't forget, every time we want to move forward, we have to look back. Let us spread the positivity. Stay tuned with our next podcast episodes. Subscribe to our podcast @Savvy Connection.  You can also visit our website @https://savvychicdesign.com/ and keep updated with our upcoming blogs. 
Feb 01, 202113:27
Enduringly Optimistic - Pantone Color of the Year 2021

Enduringly Optimistic - Pantone Color of the Year 2021

The solid fortitude of Ultimate Gray blends perfectly with the uplifting promise of Illuminating yellow to move us forward into the New Year. No doubt, 2020 will be the butt of jokes for a very long time! And flipping the calendar to a new year doesn’t automatically make all the hard things disappear. This is so important to remember! There is no magic button. 2021 will be what you make it! So how about joining me in taking the perspective that Pantone is offering? We are entrepreneurs. Resiliency runs in our veins! So I really want to challenge you to start this year off by looking at the two partners in this color combination. Let’s make 2021 a year of strength, hope, and growth!
Jan 19, 202109:33
Creating One Blog per Month

Creating One Blog per Month

Have you been thinking so hard on how to create a blog on your website? Imagine how easy it would be if you have support from a copywriter that will help your blogs deliver well. Pushing out daily or even weekly posts simply isn’t necessary. If you do things right, once a month is plenty. That gives you the whole month to spend on promotion. Listen to my podcast and you'll find out some tips.
Sep 13, 202010:09
Building a Brand to Prevent and Flight Bullying

Building a Brand to Prevent and Flight Bullying

The pleasure of working with Purpose Drive client is the Mission and story behind the business. Tonight I will chat with DaliTalks founder Dali Rivera. www.dalitalks.com  DaliTalks is an advocate of stopping BULLYING in kids! She provides parents with bullying education so that they (parent and child) can feel more at peace, in control, empowered, and supported. Dalitalks is a business she established to support this mission of educating and fighting against bullying. She then created her signature program called The Diversity & Anti-Bullying Academy (DABA) curriculum will help families be strong, prepared, and fearless of asking for help or questions at schools. If they have to file a police report, they will feel sheltered instead of fear of being judged or not taken seriously. DABA lessons will help parents and the child feel informed, therefore in control and empowered. They will feel confident and like a pro to identify the tactics and intentions of bullies, therefore being able to see a bully as a weak person trying to act big. DABA will help families feel protected, safe, and ready to handle any bullying problem that comes their way. Let's learn more about how to PREVENT BULLYING and Accepting Diversity as a whole.
Aug 22, 202027:01
Content Marketing for Beginners

Content Marketing for Beginners

Are you busy growing your business, but feeling uncertain about where to put your focus? Do you have a content marketing strategy? Providing consistent, value-driven content might be the single greatest thing you can do to build an audience in today’s digital world! Content marketing can be a bit of a vague term, and there are a lot of interpretations out there. But let’s look at a definition. Then we will talk about why you need to be creating content, what kind of content to create, and how to develop a strategy for promoting your content. Sounds complicated, right? It doesn’t have to be. So let's talk about it. 
Aug 06, 202017:13
Building your Personal Style for your Brand

Building your Personal Style for your Brand

This month's Savvy Connection is Swapna Dhond Patel. Are you Ready to ditch the sweat pants, messy bun & no bra look while hiding behind your laptop and become the face of your business? Then you need Swapna Patel of Style Remixx! As a stylist, Swapna has helped coaches, photographers, realtors, and other female business owners level up their style, using what they already have in their closet, so they can look like true industry experts. Working with Swapna has saved her clients lots of money, boosted their confidence and some say it has even changed their life! When she’s not remixing the perfect outfit, this former New York City fashion designer enjoys reruns of Downton Abbey, works as a short-order cook for her resident picky eaters and drives a Mom Uber to after school activities.
Apr 13, 202043:31
Putting your thoughts into written content

Putting your thoughts into written content

Savvy Connection guest Anita Dawn of Anita Dawn Creatives. Share her amazing advice on doing your own copy for your business and things to consider when hiring a copywriter. 
Mar 18, 202025:07
Steps to Building Your Brand

Steps to Building Your Brand

As a new business owner, how much thought have you given to building your brand? Let’s assume for a moment that you’ve already dug deep and written out your vision for your business. You are deeply grounded in why you do what you do. And you’ve come up with a name that reflects your mission and goals. The next step is to begin building your brand! Keep in mind that this is a process. No one nails it down in an evening! It will likely evolve over time. As you change, so will your business. And every good entrepreneur is constantly evaluating what is working and what is not! Your brand will be no different. Do you need another pair of eyes on your branding? Here at Savvy Chic Design, I specialize in branding and design! If you are stuck or struggling, I can take you through my process. We can work together to build a brand that resonates with your audience. Once that is in place, you can take the reigns. Or I can continue to help you put in place a solid brand strategy. Let's keep your business consistent in everything you do! Click the link below to book a call with me. I can help you start building a brand you, and your clients will love! Visit www.savvychicdesign.com Email: hello@savvychicdesign.com
Mar 06, 202015:59
Name Your Brand And Stand Out In A Crowd

Name Your Brand And Stand Out In A Crowd

You need a stellar brand name! You already have an awesome business idea. You’ve developed your product and honed your skill to serve your clients. And you deserve to stand out from the crowd! Like every other aspect of your brand {insert a link here to contact you for branding services}, your name needs to tell your potential client a story of how your business can help them solve their problems. So how do you communicate all that with a name? Let’s take a look at 5 dos and 2 don’ts of creating the perfect brand name! You get to choose whatever name you like (within legal reason!), but there are some valuable tips to help you choose well.
Feb 28, 202018:52
Got a Website, you need SEO!

Got a Website, you need SEO!

I've always heard of SEO and making sure you have a good SEO on your website. I will be honest this is one subject I myself is learning. That is why I am so excited to chat with Shaloo Dadwal Tech Consultant | Business Strategist and SEO expert. With Savvy Connection we surely get connected with amazing entrepreneurs whose passion is helping others be successful in their business. Check out and learn more about our guest through contact@techygrrrl.com and https://techygrrrl.com Also, make sure to subscribe to our SavvyConnection Podcast and visit www.savvychicdesign.com for all your design needs.  S2EP6
Feb 17, 202033:20
Quit-Proof Commitment

Quit-Proof Commitment

Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to start your business, and you are ready to do what it takes to make your dreams a reality. But what does it take to make a commitment, stick with it, and find success, without freaking out and giving up in the process? Let’s face it. The challenges are plenty of building your own business. Roadblocks like rejection, fear, self-doubt, or unsupportive loved ones are bound to come up and threaten to throw you off track. The key to making a commitment that will carry you through is the frame of mind in which you make it. Are you thinking logically, with cool emotions? Or are you already fired up by an early success or failure, and are committing to something you may later regret? A logical approach begins by having an end goal. Have you crafted a clear vision statement to provide a picture of what you want to achieve in your business? If so, you are ready to make commitments that are achievable! Keeping a cool head will allow you to look forward. You will be able to better predict challenges. Your goals will likely be more realistic and measurable.
Feb 01, 202022:14
The Impostor Syndrome

The Impostor Syndrome

Over the weekend I was reading the book/workbook Mind your Business by @ilanagriffo and a section in the book talked about impostor syndrome and I feel this topic because it can be real. Like hello, 👋 I feel that way. Some of you may not know I rarely use Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator in the Designer world these are the design tools one needs to be called a Graphic Designer. I feel like on no. But the more I hone my skills I realize the tool is used to enhance the skills that is there in the beginning already. It doesn’t matter what you call yourself or what you use for making things happen. The important thing is you delivered what you promised and created what they expected. So you too need to believe your skills and expertise is defined by you and the people you help in this world. Your passion fuel you. You help others because you are amazingly gifted. I’m Joanna and I’m a Canva Certified Creative. I’ve built my design business through Canva Designs. Check all things I’ve done at www.savvychicdesign.com/work
Jan 23, 202015:35
The Power of Video and Repurposing Content

The Power of Video and Repurposing Content

January Savvy Connection is all about The Power Of Video and Repurposing Content. Every month we bring in experts to share their amazing tips and tricks when it comes to tools and topics you can use for your business.  So for this month I have invited Anita Morin to talk about The Power of Video in building your Business as well as Video Editing and Content Repurposing. Anita is the owner of FDS Creatives and she helps busy entrepreneurs have more time and freedom by helping them with all things content. She has been dubbed as the master of content repurposing and is here to share how you can remove the overwhelm of creating endless content by repurposing it! She also offers video marketing and does everything but film your video! When she’s not helping clients with all things content, she is hanging out with her husband, three-year-old little man and her rescue labradoodle.
Jan 15, 202035:33
What is your Vision?

What is your Vision?

Your vision is the heart and soul of your business. It defines your overall goal for your business and this is critical in your business decisions. 
Jan 06, 202014:39
Alignment in Business and in Branding

Alignment in Business and in Branding

2019 was a year of searching and letting go of some things for me, my brand, and business. I am all about hustle and hard work, but not 24/7, and Laundry, for me, is a money-making activity. (I'll tell you more why) Finding alignment was something I had to embrace in my life. If it doesn't align, I will have to say NO. Our Savvy Connection will be with Virginia Scheuer, founder of SpeakEasy Enterprise. This amazing lady is a good friend, her passion for building a business with soul and alignment is the key to her success. She will share how to find alignment in your business, and the brand can be a fantastic journey of discovery.
Nov 16, 201933:46
Forgiving and Letting Go

Forgiving and Letting Go

As much as I don't want to be emotional about things. I have to record and just share what is in my heart.  And I have realized, I can't blame others for their behavior because my life and success if mine to own.
Sep 16, 201908:30
From Brand Avid User to Brand Ambassador

From Brand Avid User to Brand Ambassador

Are you an avid user of awesome brands? TIPS on how you can be part of amazing brands!
Sep 12, 201914:44
Legal Talk with Nicole Cheri Oden

Legal Talk with Nicole Cheri Oden

Let's Talk Legal: The things you need to know as an online entrepreneur and your website. Guest Speaker: Nicole Cheri Oden, Legal Templates & More https://nicolecherioden.com/legal-shop/
May 01, 201916:37
Back to the Basic

Back to the Basic

Sep 25, 201808:00