We’ve been sold two extremes: hustle until you burn out, or float through the “soft girl era” once you’ve “earned” it. But neither tells the whole story. In this episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, I unpack the half-truths both hustle culture and soft life marketing feed us, why neither extreme works, and how to find the messy middle where ease and effort actually support your life and business.

What happens when you hit every milestone you thought would make you feel safe… and you still feel behind? In this episode, I share the night I realized external success doesn’t guarantee internal peace—and the three shifts that finally made my business feel safe from the inside out. We’re talking supportive rhythms, rock-solid boundaries, and the radical freedom of letting yourself be misunderstood.

I had a completely different topic planned for this week. But then I got off a call with a client who ended the session in tears—and honestly? I cried too. This episode is raw, real, and freshly recorded after a heart-wrenching moment with a white-label client who’s so good at what she does… and still feels like she’s failing. This isn’t just about numbers. It’s about the emotional cost of work that doesn’t fit anymore. If you’re dreading your projects, overdelivering just to feel ethical, or blaming yourself for burnout—this one’s for you.

Everyone says pricing is about confidence—but what if it’s not? In this episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, we’re unpacking why confidence is just the decoy. Because when your pricing feels off, it’s usually not about self-worth—it’s about misalignment. If you’ve been tweaking your mindset but still feeling stuck, this episode offers a different path: one rooted in structure, sustainability, and actual strategy.

In this totally off-the-cuff, highly unfiltered episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, I sit down (wine in hand) with my two daughters and bestie for an impromptu backyard Q&A. What starts as a goofy hangout turns into a raw reflection on why I started my business, the realities of financial dependence, and what accessibility in entrepreneurship really means. Mixed in? Favorite scents, first tattoo predictions, spiritual awakenings, and one wildly unhinged story about Banana Republic and mediocre white men named Chris. This is what happens when you hit record without a plan—and honestly, it’s a vibe

Ever walk away from a sales call like, WTF just happened? Yeah, same. In this episode, we’re getting into the real reasons people say “no”—and spoiler alert: it’s rarely about the price. It’s about identity, fear, timing, and whether their nervous system feels safe AF saying yes. I’m breaking down why your offer might be perfect on paper but still get ghosted, how to actually support someone through hesitation (without being pushy), and why urgency tactics can seriously fuck with trust. If you’re spiralling every time a client says “I’ll think about it,” this one will help you stop taking it personally—and start making your offer easier to walk toward

I give y'all a little peek-a-boo behind-the-scenes truth of canceling a group program I spent months building—and how a self-led pricing audit gave me the clarity (and permission) to shut it all down. In this episode, I break down what my Capacity-First Pricing Method revealed about Ink to Income, why my offers felt off, and the sneaky sneakerson way I was ignoring everything my body, brain, and tarot cards were trying to tell me. If you’ve ever built an offer that looks good online but feels totally wrong—you probs need to hear this.

Ever met someone online and immediately thought, “Finally—someone’s saying what we’re all thinking”? That’s Maggie Patterson: writer, podcaster, BS-buster, and founder of BS-Free Business. In this week’s episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, Maggie joins me for a no-holds-barred conversation on ethical business, pricing manipulation, and why the online business world is more culty than most people realize. She’s been in the game for 20 years, seen the shady marketing tactics up close, and built a sustainable, boring-on-purpose business that actually pays her. If you’ve ever felt gaslit by girlboss culture, manipulated by fake six-figure claims, or just tired of the grind-for-visibility hamster wheel, this conversation is your exit ramp. We talked about the cost of doing business with integrity, the real math behind “scaling,” and why staying solo might just be the most rebellious move of all.

Ever met someone online and immediately knew: “Yep. I’d join your cult”? In this week’s episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, I’m joined by my internet obsession and branding cult leader—Kim from Oinopo . And yes, I would drink the Kool-Aid. Happily. Twice. Kim is building the kind of brand that makes people feel something—and if you’ve ever felt like your business doesn’t fully reflect your weird, wild, beautiful brain, this convo will crack you wide open (in the best way). We talked about being polarizing on purpose, turning your brand into a safe space, and why “toning it down” is the fastest way to lose the people who were already looking for you. This one’s not just juicy—it’s deeply unhinged and deeply honest. I laughed. I screamed. I grew three new brand archetypes just from absorbing Kim’s energy.

What’s the secret to a business that feels good and gets results? A flexible workflow. If traditional productivity hacks and color-coded systems make your brain scream “absolutely not,” this episode is for you. We’re talking about creating systems that actually work with your creative brain—not against it. I’ll walk you through how I built a business that adapts to my energy, honors my workflow, and still delivers a luxury client experience

What’s the fastest way to tank your client relationships? A messy timeline. If your projects always seem to spiral, deadlines go ignored, and clients ghost halfway through—this episode is for you. Because guess what? Your client experience isn’t just about what you deliver—it’s about how you guide them through it. In this episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, we’re diving into: ✔ Why your clients need more reminders and structure than you think ✔ How a casual timeline creates chaos (and kills your premium vibe) ✔ The connection between leadership and smooth delivery ✔ How to turn ghosting into a re-onboarding opportunity (yes, really) If you want to run a business that feels like a five-star experience without working 24/7, this episode is your starting point.

The biggest lie about boundaries? That setting them will ruin your business. If you’ve ever panicked at the thought of saying "no" to a client or worried that setting boundaries would make you seem difficult, this episode is for you. The truth is, lack of boundaries isn’t keeping your clients happy—it’s probably making them miserable. If you’re ready to stop bending over backward for clients and start protecting your energy without losing business, this episode is a must-listen.

The biggest lie in business? "I don’t have time for systems." If you’re constantly drowning in admin work, playing email tag with clients, or scrambling to find project details, this episode is for you. The truth is, bad systems aren’t saving you time—they’re costing you money, creativity, and client trust. In this episode of The Digital Junk Drawer, we’re breaking down: ✔ Why "I’ll do it when I’m less busy" is a dangerous excuse keeping you stuck ✔ The hidden cost of disorganization (hint: your Google Drive might be a crime scene) ✔ How bad systems are draining your time, energy, and ability to scale ✔ Three simple workflow fixes you can implement today (without tech overwhelm) If your business feels like organized chaos (or just chaos), this episode will help you get back in control.

Slow seasons can make any creative business owner feel like they’re doing something wrong—but here’s the truth: they’re predictable. If you know when they’re coming, you can prepare instead of panic. In this episode, I break down how to stop the feast-or-famine cycle and actually use slow seasons to your advantage (instead of spiraling into job board searches). We’re covering: ✔️ Why “I don’t have time for systems” is a lie that’s costing you money ✔️ The four strategies that keep your business profitable year-round ✔️ How to spot slow season patterns so you’re never caught off guard ✔️ What NOT to do when things get quiet (hint: slashing your prices isn’t the answer) If you’ve ever felt the slow season panic creep in, this episode is for you.

I sat down with myself (yes, really) to talk about why business systems don’t have to be boring, rigid, or soul-sucking. We’re diving into the myth of the “perfect system,” how to stop collecting frameworks that don’t work for you, and why the sexiest systems are the ones that actually fit your energy and business. If you’ve ever bought a fancy template only to abandon it two weeks later, this episode is for you.

I sat down with Olivia Su, a talented web designer, to talk about how creative service providers can build a website that actually works for their business. We cover everything from why your homepage is the most important real estate on your site to how to make sure your website clearly communicates your brand. If you've ever felt lost trying to DIY your site or wondered if you even need one, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I sat down with Hanna, the genius behind Boundless Copy, to talk about how creative service providers can develop a strong brand voice and craft website copy that actually connects with their dream audience. Hanna shared her journey from journalism to copywriting, the power of showing up as yourself, and why traditional "professionalism" is completely overrated.

I dive into the messy reality of difficult clients and why—newsflash—it’s usually not about you. We’ll talk about how to reframe these situations, set boundaries that protect your energy, and stop taking on clients who drain you. Plus, I share a personal story about a coaching client who had zero online presence, assumed their launch would be a banger, and how I got roped into redoing everything after they fired their team. The best part? The lesson I learned: I wasn’t the problem. If you’ve ever dealt with a high-maintenance, boundary-pushing client, this one’s for you.

I dive into my year of saying "yes" to everything and the harsh lessons learned along the way. From overdelivering to burnout, I share how one client's dangling carrot of "business growth" led me down a path of exhaustion and missed opportunities. If you're a people-pleaser who struggles to say no or finds yourself constantly stretching thin for clients, this episode reveals the true cost of being a "yes" person in business.

In this episode, Rebecca Stanisic shares her refreshing take on content creation, advocating for a simplified, intentional approach over the overwhelming "post more" mentality. With 15 years of experience in content strategy, Rebecca reveals why posting less but with greater purpose can lead to better business outcomes, and how to break free from the pressure of constant content creation without sacrificing growth.