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Holiday burnout is real! So it’s important to practice self-care during the busy season. In today’s episode co-hosts JayJay and Amber chat about how they prioritize self-care during the holidays. They also talk about how the holidays look and feel different for those that may be experiencing grief and loss.    What we talked about:  Self-care for the entrepreneur and creative  Self-care for the grieving  Giving yourself intentional space and time  Surrounding yourself with additional friends and family  Giving yourself permission to have good and bad moments  Being okay with winding down the year instead of trying to squeeze in more tasks   Links mentioned in this episode: Check out Amber’s recent Instagram Posts  Episode # 38 - Instagram Isn’t Fun Anymore  Episode # 41 - Setting Boundaries  Episode # 45 - Busy Holiday Schedules  Episode # 46 - Holiday Gift Giving  Grab Amber’s planner or journal    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Do you send holiday gifts or cards to people you’ve worked with throughout the year? As the year begins to wind down, sending holiday cards, gifts, and/or treats to businesses you’ve worked with can be a great way to show appreciation for the professional relationship.    In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Tyler sat down to chat about why they send gifts to people they’ve worked with. Tune in to hear them discuss the benefits of gift-giving and suggestions for the type of gifts to give.    What we talked about:  Why we give gifts to people we’ve worked with  How to make gift giving simpler  How we curate our holiday gifts  The benefits of gift giving    Links mentioned in this episode: The Growing Candle  Handwrytten    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

The holiday season is a busy time and navigating through it can be overwhelming. In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Kendra sat down to talk about their plans to get through the busy holiday season with a little less stress. Tune in to hear their past struggles and tips they plan on implementing this year to make the holiday season a smoother one.  What we talked about:  How we’ve handled the holiday season in the past How we want to manage our holiday schedules this year  Learning how to manage and protect our time this season    Links mentioned in this episode: Episode #43 - Our Favorite Spots in Vegas For Creatives  Book - The 80/20 Principle   Episode #34 - Navigating Through Career Changes   Episode #41 - Setting Boundaries    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

Having confidence as a creative entrepreneur is important. But we know that confidence isn’t always easy, especially when starting something new.  In today’s episode co-hosts, JayJay, Amber, and Tyler chat about their thoughts about maintaining confidence as a creative entrepreneur. Tune in to hear about the areas they’ve struggled with and how they continue to push themselves outside of their comfort zone to build their confidence.    What we talked about:  How having a business has changed our lives  Our struggles with confidence  What things impact our confidence How we measure our confidence levels    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles    Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

One of the benefits of being a creative entrepreneur is being able to work remotely. We love finding great spaces to work, meet up, and even have photo shoots.  In today’s episode, co-hosts Kendra and Amber chat about their favorite spots in Las Vegas for creatives. Tune in to hear what they look for when scouting a good location and where they go when they need creative inspiration.    What we talked about:  Locations that we work best in  Why we love the Downtown Las Vegas area  Exploring your local bookstores and libraries    Locations mentioned in this episode: Vesta Coffee Roasters  Gabi Coffee Shop Downtown Fergerson Mothership Coffee - Downtown  Peyote    Market in the Alley  PublicUs  Good Morning Kitchen    Links mentioned in this episode: Ambers's journal on Amazon    Today’s Hosts:  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Being consistent is something that we’ve all struggled with. It’s a habit that has to be learned and practiced.  In today’s episode, co-hosts Kendra, JayJay, and Tyler sat down to chat about what consistency means to them. Tune in to hear them discuss how they’ve applied the habit to their lives and why social media shouldn’t be our only focus when it comes to consistency.     What we talked about:  Consistency doesn’t just apply to social media  Setting the rules and training your audience on what to expect from you  Focusing more on building healthy habits  Remembering that we change and don’t have to stick to something for the sake of being consistent  Habit stacking    Links mentioned in this episode: Fun Lovin Camera - Wedding Photography  Kendra’s blog post about habit stacking    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

Setting boundaries in your personal and professional life is necessary, but it’s also a skill that takes continual practice. In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Tyler chat about their struggles and successes with setting boundaries. Tune in to hear them discuss how they identify boundaries that need to be set in their lives and how they’ve learned to enforce them.    What we talked about:  Setting boundaries with co-workers versus loved ones  Learning the difference between being “mean” and setting a boundary Understanding that setting and enforcing boundaries is a skill that has to be practiced Learning how to identify boundaries that are needed in your life     Links mentioned in this episode: Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab Author Nedra Glover Tawwab on Instagram  Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Starting a business is an exciting accomplishment! But it’s also full of unknowns. In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Brittany chat about what they wish they would have known before becoming business owners. Tune in to hear them discuss the lessons they’ve learned and the tips they have for other female business owners.    What we talked about:  What it was like for us to go full time in our businesses.  The mental and emotional challenges of starting a business.  “This is a game of endurance, you just have to stick it out.” Stepping into the role of CEO.  Learning about business finances.  Setting internal business goals.    Links mentioned in this episode: Brittany’s Venue & Vendor Directory  Profit First by Mike Michalowicz   QuickBooks  The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks   Episode #30 - Our Favorite Business Books   Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

When was the last time you checked in with yourself? Do you know what you need in the current season you’re in? In today’s episode co-hosts JayJay and Amber answer those questions and more. Tune in to hear them chat about how they recognize and understand their current needs.    What we talked about:  What we need as women.  What we need as creatives.  What we need as entrepreneurs.  What we need from our community.    Links mentioned in this episode: Amber’s YouTube Video - Big Chop on Damaged Natural Hair  Episode #24 - Are You in an Instagram Rut Too   Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.   

Instagram has changed a lot over these last few years. Some changes have improved the user experience. But lately, things have felt different on the app.  In today’s episode, JayJay, Amber, and Brittany chat about their feelings towards Instagram and how they have adjusted their app usage. They also share their thoughts on shifting their business marketing strategies so it’s less dependent on creating Instagram content.  What we talked about:  Our frustration with Instagram  Not having control over the type of content we’re shown  How the interaction on the platform has changed  Instagram usage as a business owner  Learning the online behaviors of our ideal client   Links mentioned in this episode: Shop Amber’s Etsy Store  Episode #24 - Are You in an Instagram Rut Too?    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

We receive advice all the time. Some of the advice is good, and some isn’t. As creative entrepreneurs, we have to be mindful of the advice we receive.    In today’s episode hosts JayJay, Amber, and Brittany sit down to chat about some of the best and worst advice that are given to new entrepreneurs. Tune in to hear their strong thoughts and feelings about the different types of advice that's online.    What we talked about:  “The early bird gets the worm” - JayJay  “You will not be an expert to all people” - Amber  “If you want something done right, do it yourself” - Brittany  “If I build it, they will come” - JayJay  “If you work a job you love, you’ll never work a day in your life” - Amber  “It shouldn’t be this hard, so I must be doing something wrong” - All  “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket” - Brittany    Links mentioned in this episode: I Guess I Haven’t Learned That Yet by Shauna Niequist   Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

Impostor syndrome is something that many of us have dealt with. We can be our own worst critics and often downplay our skills and talents.    In today’s episode, Orange Collab Co-Creators JayJay, Kendra, and Tyler chat about how they’ve each dealt with impostor syndrome. Tune in to hear how they recognize it in their lives and how they overcome it.    What we talked about:  Remembering that what you have to offer is valuable.  Finding people who can help you through moments of impostor syndrome.  How comparison can lead to impostor syndrome.  Learning to be confident with your offers.  Saying yes to things that scare you.  Tips for dealing with impostor syndrome.    Links mentioned in this episode: Kendra’s spa day  Natalia Taylor’s YouTube channel   Tylers influencer rate calculator  Kendra’s TikTok   Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

We love following the success journey of other entrepreneurs. It’s inspiring and educational. And one of our favorite entrepreneurs to follow is Tabitha Brown!    In today’s episode, JayJay and Amber sit down to discuss how inspired they are by Tabitha Brown's entrepreneurial journey. They also share impactful lessons that they’ve picked up from her over the years and how they use those lessons in their life and business.    What we talked about:  Our experience with testing the vegan lifestyle.  Why we are encouraged and inspired by Tabitha Brown's journey.  Recognizing that you don’t have to know everything in order to get started.  Not being afraid to try something new.  Remembering that you have value to add to your market.   Being a successful multi-passionate entrepreneur.     Links mentioned in this episode: Tabitha Brown’s Instagram YouTube Channel - Tab Time  Whole Foods TTLA Sandwich Review YouTube video about how the TTLA Sandwich changed Tabitha’s life   Tabitha’s book - Feeding the Soul  Tabitha's response to Wendy Williams    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

Dealing with a career change can be an interesting process. It can feel exciting and risky at the same time. It’s not always an easy decision and can take time to reach a conclusion.    In today’s episode co-hosts JayJay and Kendra sat down to chat about their recent career changes. Tune in as they share what they learned and their top tips for navigating the process.    What we talked about:  Taking skills from past jobs into new positions.  Dealing with salary negotiations.  Giving yourself grace in a new position.  Recognizing your emotions when changing careers and identifying what you need to be successful in your new position.  Mental health in the workplace.    Links mentioned in this episode: Enneagram Test   Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

Sometimes it seems like there are never enough hours in a day. We juggle multiple things at once yet, it can feel like we still aren’t balancing things well.    In today's episode, Kendra and JayJay sat down with fellow Orange Collab co-founder Brittany to chat about the concept of work-life balance. Does it exist or is it a myth? Tune in to hear their thoughts and how they manage their busy work and life schedules.   What we talked about:  Our thoughts on the work-life balance and if it’s realistic  Learning how to be in the moment  The difference between balancing and managing  Thoughts on how to manage work and life better  Pre-planning for busy seasons  Leaning on your support system    Links mentioned in this episode: Episode #24 - Are You in an Instagram Rut Too?  Notion - Project Management Platform  Notion templates from Jules Acree  Episode #23 - Finding Things That Relax You  Episode #28 - Should You Take a Social Media Break or Limit Your Screen Time?    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

Have you taken a break lately? Our days are jam-packed with emails, calls, and to-do lists so it’s important to have activities that we enjoy. Hobbies give our minds respite and are a form of self-care.   In today’s episode, Kendra and JayJay sat down with fellow Orange Collab co-creator Brittany to chat about the importance of having hobbies. Tune in to hear how they discovered their hobbies, new activities they want to try, and tips on how you can begin using hobbies to rejuvenate you.    What we talked about:  Why having a hobby is necessary  How we discovered our hobbies  How hobbies rejuvenate us  What can be considered a hobby  Making time to do things outside of work  Tips on how to find a hobby and things that you enjoy    Links mentioned in this episode: Kendra’s TikTok  Episode #24 - Are You in an Instagram Rut Too?  Graphic Designer - The Designher Agency  Check out Brittany’s new website at www.eventsbykirk.com  Hey Friend: 100 Ways to Connect with 100 People in 100 Days by Keisha Mabry 100 Women Who Cares - NV  Episode #28 - Should You Take A Social Media Break or Limit Your Screen Time?  Episode #8 - A Book Debate  The Stacks Podcast    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland  Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

JayJay and Brittany are back for part two of their top business book suggestions. In today’s episode, they are talking all about their favorite marketing and biography books. They also share how they pull inspiration from other people's personal and entrepreneurial journeys.    Books mentioned in this episode:  Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook by Gary Vaynerchuk Crushing it by Gary Vaynerchuk This Is Marketing by Seth Godin Superfans by Pat Flynn  UnCloned Marketing by Audria Richmond Influencer by Brittany Hennessy Girl Boss by Sophia Amoruso The Magnolia Story by Chip and Joanna Gaines More Than Enough by Elaine Welteroth  Failing Up by Leslie Odom Jr. The Glitter Plan by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor Life in Motion by Misty Copeland I Am These Truths by Sunny Hostin The Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers Born a Crime by Trevor Noah Miss Jessie's: Creating a Successful Business from Scratch by Miko Branch Becoming by Michelle Obama A Promised Land by Barack Obama   Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland Final Thoughts:    All book links above are affiliate links. By purchasing the books through the links The Orange Collab will earn a small commission.    Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

In today’s episode JayJay and fellow Orange Collab co-founder, Brittany chat about their favorite business books! Tune in to hear their recommendations on business basics, backend systems, and mindset. They also share reading tips they’ve learned from BookTube and discuss popular business books that they didn’t care for.    Books mentioned in this episode:  Traction by Gino Wickman  The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran & Michael Lennington Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy  EntreLeadership by Dave Ramsey  Dare to Lead by Brené Brown Atomic Habits by James Clear  How Successful People Think by John C. Maxwell  Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero  You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero  The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks   Other links mentioned in this episode: Naya Reads and Smiles YouTube channel  Podcast Episode #8 - Book Debate: Audio vs. E-Book vs. Physical  Get details about the Orange Collab book club in our Facebook Group.    Today’s hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland Final thoughts:  All book links above are affiliate links. By purchasing the books through the links The Orange Collab will earn a small commission. Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Networking is still an amazing marketing tool to help entrepreneurs expand their business community and position themselves in front of new clients.    In today’s episode, JayJay and fellow Orange Collab co-founder, Brittany chat about how they each use networking to expand their business. Tune in to hear their tips on how to navigate networking as an introvert and how to use it to build a referral network.    What we talked about:  Why networking is still a great marketing activity  Networking as an introvert  How networking can help you grow your business  Tips for finding networking events  Networking online  Identifying non-traditional networking opportunities  Tips for keeping in contact with new people that you meet    Links mentioned in this episode: Business cards from moo.com  Find networking events on meetup.com  Orange Collab Facebook Group    Today’s Hosts:  Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs  Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

Have you ever considered taking a break from social media or limiting your daily screen time? Electronic devices have made our lives easier. But are they hindering us in other areas?    In today’s episode, Kendra is joined by fellow Orange Collab creators, Brittany and Tyler. They chat about the pros and cons of being dependent on different social media platforms and how they try to limit their daily screen time.    What we talked about:  If we believe limiting your screen time is effective  Recognizing our own limitations with electronic devices  Taking social media breaks  Checking our daily screentime  Finding online content that we love    Links mentioned in this episode: Scooby-Doo Legend of the Podcast    Today’s Hosts:  Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles Final Thoughts:  Join our Patreon  Follow us on Instagram @theorangecollab    Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook    Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com  Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.