In this episode of Dear Creator, I chat with brand and web designer Lorin Husa about the messy middle of entrepreneurship, the pressure to constantly show up online, and the unexpected ways part-time work can actually breathe new life into your business.
Together, we also chat about:
If you’ve ever felt stuck on the hamster wheel of entrepreneurship, struggled with balancing business and life, or questioned whether you’re a “real” creator, this conversation will remind you that pivoting is part of the journey, not a sign of failure.
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Lorin’s Blog Post (a MUST read)
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Starting over in business can either be a powerful reinvention or a hidden form of self-sabotage.
In this episode, I unpack the truth behind “burning it all down” and how to know whether your reset is growth-driven or avoidance in disguise.
I share my own experiences with uprooting, self-sabotage patterns, and the lessons learned from The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest. You’ll hear practical insights on:
How to recognize red flags that you’re sabotaging progress instead of evolving
The difference between refining your systems vs. completely starting from scratch
Why creators often get stuck in the “honeymoon phase” and avoid the messy middle
Signs that your reset is actually an intentional, aligned reinvention
How to bring fresh energy into your brand and business without losing momentum
Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, founder, or multidimensional creator, this episode will help you reflect on your next move, reclaim self-awareness, and pivot with purpose—without falling into the trap of chasing newness for the wrong reasons.
If you’re navigating burnout, struggling with constant pivots, or questioning if it’s time to reset your brand, this conversation will give you clarity and encouragement to make your next step intentional.
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How to Build in Public Workshop — Download for FREE here
Restructure your business model and monetize your skills — Creator Evolution waitlist
Bring your audience along for your pivot journey — Pivot Proof course
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In this episode, Amanda, known online as Creative Cool Mom, shares her journey of balancing motherhood, creativity, and entrepreneurship while navigating rebrands and pivots. She explains how rebranding and pivoting often go hand in hand, with soft pivots as small evolutions and hard pivots as complete resets. Through client examples and her own story, she shows how visuals, storytelling, and clarity of vision can guide these shifts.
The conversation digs into why multidimensional creatives shouldn’t feel pressured to “niche down,” how to build a personal brand rooted in lifestyle and authenticity, and the importance of trusting yourself instead of over-relying on mentorship or outside opinions. We reflect on the dangers of over-consuming content, the value of having fun again with social media, and how rebrands not only attract aligned clients but also repel those who aren’t a fit.
This is a friendly reminder that pivots and rebrands are natural expressions of growth, and that slowing down, embodying your brand, and creating from joy can lead to more alignment and clarity in both business and life.
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How to Build in Public Workshop — Download for FREE here
Restructure your business model and monetize your skills — Creator Evolution waitlist
Bring your audience along for your pivot journey — Pivot Proof course
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Subscribe to Curate the Chaos weekly newsletter
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Ylani shares how her business has evolved through different seasons and why this latest shift feels the most her—from refining her offers to showing up in her content in a way that feels natural and true.
Ylani Estwick is a brand coach and messaging mentor, supporting creative leaders in building a brand they love. With an approach that isn't surface-level, she believes in equal amounts of deep reflection, visualization, and action to move things forward.
She knows how much personal and business are intertwined and how brand growth happens best in the spaces embracing the whole person who’s running it all.
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In this episode of Dear Creator, I sit down with my longtime friend Tom to chat about creativity, inspiration, and what it truly means to be a modern Creator.
Tom shares his unique journey as a multi-hyphenate creative: from photography and drag to writing and documenting life with an old-school camcorder.
We explore:
Tom also shares his 2025 creative goals, including leaning into writing, embracing weird drag content, and collaborating more. Whether you're a Creator juggling multiple projects or someone searching for inspiration, this episode will leave you with plenty to think about.
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Michelle is a social media content strategist and founder of Hello Lemon.
She empowers service providers to turn social media into the #1 way they're able to convey what they do and what they're edge is, helping them see a future with the brand and community they're building.
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Welcome back to Dear Creator! I'm so excited for this episode with Alexa Phillips. She is a writer, brand strategist, and multi-passionate creative.
She is the founder and Chief Brand Architect at Bright Eyes Creative, a Seattle-based creative studio that helps creative entrepreneurs build brand worlds that bring their vision to life and connect deeply with their audience.
Her mission is to teach creatives how to monetize their zones of genius and creativity to build self-sustaining creative businesses. She is also the author of Creatives Anonymous, a weekly newsletter about what it means to be a modern-day creative.
We talk all things AI, job replacements, zones of genius and more!
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In today's episode, I talk to Sylvia all about Human Design, her soft pivot, toxic marketing tactics and more! I hope you enjoy.
Introducing Sylvia Bbela, a Human Design Business Mentor and reader with a gift for guiding entrepreneurs to create aligned, soul-centered businesses. With years of experience as a one-stop-shop for retainer-based business building, Sylvia’s approach combines Human Design with her expertise in operational strategy to help clients streamline, connect with their intuition, and reach their potential.
Through personalized sessions, 1:1 mentorship, and impactful organizational setups, Sylvia helps visionary entrepreneurs bring ease, clarity, and flow into their work and lives.
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Website: www.sylbbela.co
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In the beginning of this episode, Morgan talks about the new improvements she’s made for the podcast and mentioned how she’s going to be including more conversational episodes.
Then she transitions into an inspiring conversation with Franzine Elaine. They both riff and rant on multiple different topics when it comes to building a brand and business.
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