199: The Shift Starts Here

Want to land more speaking gigs? Start with a powerful speaker page. In this episode, I walk you through the five non-negotiable assets every creative entrepreneur should have on their speaker page. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your presence as a seasoned speaker, these tips will help you stand out and get booked. […] The post 208: The Speaker Page Checklist Every Creative Needs to Get on More Stages appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

Focus isn’t always about discipline—it’s about strategy and compassion. I’m sharing what’s actually working for me right now when it comes to productivity and deep work—especially during this chaotic summer season. If your brain feels scrambled, your to-do list is mocking you, and deep work feels totally out of reach, you’re not alone. I’ve been […] The post 207: When Focus Feels Hard: 4 Strategies to Regain Deep Work Flow appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

Are you tired of investing in coaching programs—only to see little return? What if great outcomes aren’t just about the coach or the client, but both stepping up? In this episode, I sit down with business coaches Angelica Pompy and Jamie Fisher, to explore how educators and their clients can share responsibility—and ultimately co-create success. […] The post 206: Shared Responsibility: How Coaches & Students Can Get Real Results Together with Angelica Pompy & Jamie Fisher appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

Feeling stuck between scaling your business and maintaining your sanity? This quick-hit snack episode has exactly what you need. In this special takeover edition, we handed the mic to two attendees from the Creative Educator Conference and asked them to share one powerful piece of advice for fellow entrepreneurs and educators. First up, you’ll hear […] The post 205: Delegation & Alignment: Two Game-Changing Tips for Educator Entrepreneurs ft. Nata Salvatori & Christi Johnson appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t your strategy—but your mindset? In this episode, I sit down with wedding photographer and educator Juliana Tomlinson, who shares how shifting her mindset transformed her business. Juliana opens up about her journey from playing small to embracing her role as a professional, and how that […] The post 204: From Playing Small to Showing Up: The Mindset Shift Every Creative Needs with Juliana Tomlinson appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

Taking a break and incorporating rest should be part of your business plan. In this snack-sized episode, I’m answering a question submitted by Christi Johnson during the Creative Educator Conference. She asked how I take care of your mental health while running a business—let’s talk about it. Why Mental Health Should be a Business Priority […] The post 203: Why Rest Is a Business Strategy: Self-Care for Creative Educators ft. Christi Johnson appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

What if fear wasn’t the enemy—but a signal that you’re onto something that matters? I’m thrilled to welcome back one of my favorite guests (and humans), Mary Marantz, to celebrate the launch of her new book Underestimated. In this episode, we crack open the fears that keep so many of us stuck—especially the ones we […] The post 202: Why Success Scares Us More Than Failure with Mary Marantz appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

You’ve probably heard it a hundred times—just start. And honestly? That’s not bad advice. But if you’re stepping into the world of content creation or education for the first time, I believe there’s a little more to it than that. In this snack-sized episode, I’m answering a question submitted by Lauren and Paige of the […] The post 201: Build It with Intention ft. Lauren & Paige appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

If you’ve ever felt torn between keeping your brand consistent and evolving it to reflect your growth, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely in good company. I’ve been there. After six years of podcasting under the name So Here’s the Thing, I realized the show—and honestly, I—had evolved. The audience had changed. The conversations had changed. […] The post 200: Evolve Your Business Without Losing Your Brand Identity with Sarah Erickson appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.

Big news: we’ve had a little glow-up! The podcast has a brand-new name, but our mission stays the same—helping you build momentum, make real shifts, and actually see results (instead of just bingeing information and hoping something sticks). Inside this episode, I’m sharing the why behind the rebrand, what you can expect moving forward, and […] The post 199: The Shift Starts Here appeared first on Laylee Emadi | Coach for Creative Educators.