07 Part 2 - Authenticity, Mindset, and Networking: Lessons from Our Creative Journey

Creative Journeys: Story | Sound | Success

Hey up, folks! In this episode of Creative Journeys, we’re diving into the challenges, lessons, and triumphs that have shaped our entrepreneurial paths. We’re sharing our stories about embracing authenticity, tackling mindset blocks, and practical strategies for growing personally and professionally.

Episode Summary:
This week, we take you through the importance of leveraging past experiences, conquering fears, and finding your unique voice in the business world. From Lucy’s humorous first networking event to Jo’s insights on using data and analytics, we’ve packed this episode with inspiration and actionable advice. Plus, we discuss why setting incremental goals, finding accountability partners, and showing up authentically are key to long-term success.

Key Takeaways:

• How your past experiences shape your unique identity in business.
• Why embracing authenticity is essential for networking and creating content.
• The power of small, realistic goals to build momentum in your journey.
• How data and analytics can help you make better decisions in your business.
• Why accountability, community, and self-development are game-changers for growth.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks.
• Jo's new website: HeyUpFolks.com.
• Lucy’s book: Clarity, Communication, Connection: A practical guide for building solid business foundations.

Subscribe to Creative Journeys on your favorite podcast platform and check out our YouTube channel. Join us as we share our creative experiment, and let’s grow together! Don’t forget to like, comment, and share your thoughts on this week’s episode.

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Subscribe to our Youtube channel: @heyupfolks
Connect with Jo Day:

• Hey Up Folks! 👋🏻 Website - https://www.heyupfolks.com
• Hey up Folks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyupfolks/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-day-a5b409321/

Connect with Lucy Rennie:

• Website: https://www.iamlucyrennie.com/
• Lucy on Instagram: http://instagram.com/iamlucyrennie
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyrennie1/

챕터

1. Introduction: Welcoming listeners and setting the stage for today’s episode. (00:00:00)

2. Networking Beginnings: Lucy shares a humorous and inspiring story about her first networking event. (00:02:14)

3. The Comparison Trap: Jo explains why comparing internal feelings to others' external appearances is misleading. (00:08:29)

4. Realistic Goal Setting: Discussing the value of incremental goals and avoiding the overwhelm of “big leaps.” (00:19:14)

5. The Power of Analytics: How knowing your numbers can guide smarter business decisions. (00:34:54)

6. Embracing Imperfection: Sharing the importance of authenticity and showing up as your true self. (00:44:14)

7. Closing Thoughts: Wrapping up the episode with key takeaways and a call to action for listeners. (00:47:14)