In this episode of the Joy Makers Podcast, Nichole is interviewed by Shelly Hughes, host of Unearth, an Entrepreneur, Brand Architect, & Agency Owner. She is a trusted advisor and creative visionary to brands worldwide. Shelly Hughes and Nichole went for a deep dive into the intricacies of building a profitable and passionate brand. They discuss Nichole's journey from a corporate project manager to a successful entrepreneur and mom, emphasizing topics such as mindset, human design, female entrepreneurship, and the tactical aspects of running a business. Nichole shares her insights on finding a balance between masculine and feminine energies in business, carving out creative space, and the importance of giving oneself grace. This episode sets the stage for part two, which will delve even further into entrepreneurial strategies and time management.   00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:16 Meet Nichole Howard: Confidence Builder and Photographer 04:02 Nichole's Journey: From Side Hustle to Full-Time Business 05:54 Balancing Business and Motherhood 09:05 Navigating Masculine and Feminine Energies in Business 10:14 Challenges and Realities of Women in Business 15:13 Embracing the Power of Saying No 15:44 Introduction to Human Design 17:38 Understanding Energy Types 22:28 The Importance of Creative Outlets 24:31 Creating Space for Creativity 26:02 Revamping Schedules for Better Balance   Connect with Shelly here - https://www.instagram.com/shellyhughes_/ Unearth Podcast link: https://open.spotify.com/show/29pO2szo10sLYtibOOQmAy?si=ff65590218224567   You can Connect More with Nichole Here - www.Nicholemchphotography.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!