144. Redefining Success: What Is Truly “Enough” with Kat John
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this powerful episode, Annie sits down with the incredible Kat John for a raw and honest conversation about authenticity, ego, and the journey back to your true self. Kat opens up about her personal journey—building a business, navigating financial expectations, and ultimately realizing that true freedom isn’t found in chasing more, but in embracing simplicity, presence, and alignment. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to hit that “magic number,” live up to outside expectations, or hustle for a dream that doesn’t feel like your own—this episode will give you the permission slip...
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143. Why Your Salon Staff Hate The KPI'S You've Set & What You Can Do About It
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
If a salon team rolls their eyes every time KPIs are mentioned—or flat-out ignores them—the owner isn’t alone. Most salon owners face the same struggle: inconsistent KPI results, frustrated leaders, and demotivated staff. In this episode of the Creatress of Freedom Podcast, host Annie breaks down exactly why staff might hate the KPIs that have been set—and how to transform them from a source of resentment into a tool for motivation and growth. She also shares her proven KPI Tracking Framework from FSM (Freedom & Salon Mastery)—a system that tracks wages, hourly rates, and retail...
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142. The Power of Sisterhood: A Journey of Healing with Brianna Webb
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
This week, Annie is joined by the radiant Brianna Webb for a raw, soul-expanding conversation on modern sisterhood, vulnerability, and conscious connection. From meeting at a retreat in Greece to navigating the sacred experience of living together, Annie and Brianna pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to build deep, authentic relationships as grown women doing the work. They dive into the power of emotional safety, healthy boundaries, and the energetics of calling in soul-aligned friendships — all while sharing real, relatable moments from their own journey. This isn’t...
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141. The Update On My Love Life & How You Can Trust The Path Unfolding
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this raw and soul-baring episode, Annie peels back the curtain on one of her most personal and transformative love experiences yet. What started as a dream come true — a childhood love flying across the world to take her out for dinner in Greece — soon turned into a deep reckoning with self-trust, intuition, and the powerful difference between fantasy and alignment. From breaking her two-year celibacy with intention, to navigating soul-shaking conversations around forever love, Annie shares the real-time unfolding of what felt like a fairytale...until it didn't. She takes us behind the...
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140. Luxury Pricing in Salons: The Strategy, Energy & Embodiment You Need to Know
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this fire-filled episode, Annie dives deep into a conversation every salon owner must hear: how to confidently step into luxury pricing—without crumbling under self-doubt or messy systems. If you're a salon owner dreaming of consistent $50k months, premium clients, and time off the salon floor, this is your wake-up call. Annie breaks down the real reason most salon owners stay stuck when it comes to raising prices. Spoiler: it’s not just about the dollar amount—it’s about the energy, the systems, and the vibration your brand holds. Let's Stay Connected! Say Hi on...
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139. The Lessons & Breakthroughs Greek Islands Brought Me
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this raw and soul-stirring episode of the Creatress of Freedom podcast, Annie takes you deep inside her recent journey through the powerful lands of Greece — where healing, awakening, and truth cracked wide open. Annie shares the emotional breakthroughs that surfaced during her travels, from releasing deep-rooted sisterhood wounds to confronting the lingering effects of religious trauma. As crystal-charged waters and ancient rocks became portals for transformation, she found herself face-to-face with the stories that shaped her identity — and the false beliefs around love, marriage,...
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138. Reclaiming Self-Centeredness, Sensual Power & Sovereign Living with Diana Eskander
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this juicy, soul-stirring episode, Annie sits down with transformational coach Diana Eskander for a conversation that will crack you wide open. Together, they dismantle the stigma around being self-centered and redefine it as a sacred path to sovereignty, embodiment, and true feminine leadership. Diana shares powerful truths about the realities of modern motherhood, running a soul-led business, and the often misunderstood role of self-pleasure as a nervous system regulator and portal to deeper self-love. You’ll hear honest reflections about resistance, why it's actually a sign you’re...
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137. How To Release People Who Are No longer For Your Highest Good
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
! Chapters in this episode: 00:00 Energy Shifts 01:20 Personal Growth and Power Dynamics 10:14 Cord Cutting and Emotional Release 18:13 Invitation to Healing Community Let's Stay Connected! Say Hi on Instagram, head to @ (for salon related content) & @ for all else! Want more ways to work together? Head to my !
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136. Investing In Mentorship & Navigating That Inside Relationships
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this episode, Annie discusses the complexities of investing in personal and professional development, particularly for women in business. She shares her personal journey of mentorship, the challenges faced in relationships when partners struggle to understand the value of such investments, and the importance of communication and emotional intelligence in navigating these dynamics. Annie emphasizes the need for self-awareness and understanding in relationships, especially when one partner is growing and evolving while the other may feel left behind. Chapters in this...
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135. A Mistake I Made That Cost Me More Than Just $10K
Creatress of Freedom Podcast
In this deeply personal episode, Annie takes you behind the curtain of a situation that rocked her to her core—one that made her question everything. Her business. Her integrity. Her purpose. Today’s episode is a sacred transmission straight from the trenches of entrepreneurship, womanhood, and leadership. This is the episode you didn’t know you needed. Why? Because nobody talks about this. The behind-the-scenes of running a soulful business. The gut-wrenching decisions. The unexpected fallouts. The moment when a $10,000 refund wasn’t even the biggest cost—it was the price of her...
info_outlineIn this episode of Creatress of Freedom, Annie is diving into the magic of the Chaos to Calm Retreat, set on the stunning island of Crete, Greece. If you’ve ever found yourself dreaming of escaping the chaos of everyday life, this episode is for you!
Join us as Annie shares the birth of this transformative retreat, why she created it, and how it’s designed to help you cultivate calm in the midst of your busy life. If you've ever thought about attending one of our retreats, we hope this episode brings you the clarity you need to say "Yes!" and take the leap.
Chapters in this episode:
- 00:00 Introduction to the Chaos to Calm Retreat
- 02:50 The Purpose and Benefits of Retreats
- 06:01 Creating Calm in Everyday Life
- 08:52 Exploring the Retreat Experience in Greece
- 11:48 Inner Work and Healing Modalities
- 14:59 Logistics and Details of the Retreat
For more info and the application for our 2025 Greece Retreat can be found here!
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