We’re thrilled to welcome Marie Coleman-Johns, calligrapher, engraving artist, and founder of Maiden September, to this episode of Calligraphy Biz Corner! Marie specializes in live event personalization for brand activations and corporate events and has over a decade of corporate marketing experience. From mastering SEO strategies to networking and landing brand partnerships, Marie provides actionable tips and insights that you may not already be using to help you grow your creative business and get clients.

In this episode, Marie takes us through her inspiring journey to becoming a full-time calligrapher and highlights the key strategies that helped her scale her business outside of social media. Whether you're curious about improving your visibility online, growing your professional network, or pitching your services to brands, this episode is packed with advice tailored to creative entrepreneurs. Marie also gives us a sneak peek at her upcoming course, Beyond the Nib, which dives deep into marketing and business development specifically for calligraphers.

If you’ve been wondering how to elevate your brand, find clients, or diversify your marketing strategies, this episode is for you! Marie’s advice is not only practical but also inspiring for creatives looking to grow their businesses with confidence. Grab a notebook—this episode is full of marketing tools, tips, and strategies you’ll want to implement right away!

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• Join the waitlist for Marie's new course, Beyond the Nib!
• Check out Marie's Rate Book Template
• SEO Course Mentioned: Sarah Does SEO

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