Next-Level Shifts: Navigating Life’s Transitions, from College to Marriage with Dana Shaker {Ep. 68}
Release Date: 04/04/2024
Plug Your Contract Gaps… Before They Bite! {Ep. 82}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
If you’re afraid that your client contract has some hidden pitfalls and maybe one day, it’s all going to blow up in your face, then today’s episode is for YOU! Today, we’re talking about when you don't know, what you don't know. It’s not about the right legal wording. And it's even less about what you actually SAY in your contract. What matters more is what’s MISSING from your contract. Today, I dive deep into how to spot what's missing and provide you with a free tool to help plug those holes and fill those gaps. Hear my story of a client who led me on a literal...
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Unmasking Your True Self: A Guide for Creatives {Ep. 81}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
If you’re a self-defined people-pleaser, struggling with your identity as a Creative, then this episode is for you. I’m diving deep into what it means to be YOU. We'll explore how creatives like you are often taught to think and feel a certain way, which leads to a disconnect between their intellectual and emotional selves. I'll share three startling statistics about the struggles many face with identity, self-worth, and confrontation, and how these affect creatives specifically. Through a bit about my own personal journey and incorporating professional insights, we'll uncover...
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The Art of Saying No: Mastering Client Boundaries as a Creative {Ep. 80}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
If you’re a self-proclaimed people-pleaser and having a hard time sticking to boundaries with your clients, then this episode is for you! In this episode, I’m diving deep into the crucial topic of boundaries and am sharing a very personal, life-changing experience that very few people in the world know - it became the impetus for starting my own personal journey of overcoming trauma and learning to set boundaries. I’ll also discuss the importance of respecting and enforcing boundaries, providing practical advice on how to set and maintain them, particularly through contracts and daily...
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Price Yourself with Purpose: Achieving Fair Value as a Creative {Ep. 79}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
When it comes to pricing, there's so much out there in the world telling and showing us we are not valued, when actually, all we're hearing are the loudest talkers, right? The real problem is believing in your value and not allowing society and people outside of you to change your belief in yourself. In this episode, I discuss the importance of valuing your work appropriately and not undercharging for your services. I’m sharing my own journey helping clients navigate difficult conversations and set proper fees. We’ll dive into the pitfalls of charging lower than deserved fees,...
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Say hi to the “Managing Client Disputes” Podcast - We renamed the Podcast! {Ep. 78}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
Thanks for listening to this updated introduction of the “Managing Client Disputes” Podcast (An Original What Would Sheila Say?® ️and CreativesEd® ️Podcast) and welcome to the (r)evolution! for a chance to get on the Podcast on IG with Sheila If you’ve ever been told that being a service-based professional means you have to suck it up, accept whatever client walks in the door no matter how little they want to pay you, and that you're never going to make any money unless you scale and grow a huge team, then you’re in for a spin, because none of that is true!...
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The Science and Strategies of Rest (ft Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith) {Ep. 77}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
If you’ve always struggled to feel fully rested, then this episode is for you! We’re unveiling the power of rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, an internal medicine physician and award-winning author, to explore the concept of rest. In this episode, we discuss the importance of recognizing and addressing different types of rest and how they impact our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Dr. Dalton-Smith shares insights from her book 'Sacred Rest' and introduces her seven types of rest framework. It’s all about the significance of listening to one's body, setting...
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Building Relationships and Trust through Podcasting (ft Danny Ozment) {Ep. 76}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
Are you considering starting a podcast, or wondering how to find your podcast voice? You’re in the right place! Full of personal anecdotes, professional wisdom, and actionable advice, this episode is a deep dive into the world of podcasting and its many applications. My guest today is Danny Ozment, a podcast consultant known for his work with busy professionals and solopreneurs. In fact, Danny helped me find my voice and launch this very podcast you’re listening to! We discuss the benefits of podcasting, particularly for regulated professionals, and how it can serve as a powerful tool even...
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How to Use Yoga to Prepare Body, Mind, and Spirit for Birth with Bec Conant {Ep. 75}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
📚 Psst - Links to the Free E-Books are ONLY available below in the show notes! In this episode, we welcome Bec Conant, an expert in the prenatal and birth field. Bec is the founder of ‘Om Births,' an online program for pregnant people and new parents. With over 20 years of experience teaching prenatal yoga, the discussion covers various aspects of the birthing process, preparation, and recovery. Bec shares her journey from a career in dance and movement to becoming a prenatal yoga instructor and birth doula. The conversation delves into the importance of physical and mental...
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Reigniting Creative Passions: From Burnout to Breakthrough with Mike Brennan {Ep. 74}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
In this insightful episode, you’ll engage with Creative Consultant Mike Brennan to discuss the journey of rediscovering and sustaining creativity in everyday life and business. Together, we explore the vulnerability of creativity, establishing a daily creative habit, overcoming societal pressures, and the therapeutic power of creative expression. Mike shares his personal transformation from ministry burnout to becoming a creative professional through a 365-day art challenge, highlighting the importance of reflection, small consistent actions, and systematic approaches to maintain...
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Unplanned Hiatus: Navigating Life's Realities with Compassion and Clarity {Ep. 73}
Managing Client Disputes | Client Management Strategies for Freelance Creatives, Designers & Artists (An Original CreativesEd® + What Would Sheila Say?® Podcast)
Ever planned for success but felt overwhelmed when life threw curveballs? I adapted and here’s how you can, too! This episode is all about my unexpected summer hiatus (whoops!) and the life-changing lessons learned along the way. I open up about personal experiences with setting boundaries, resetting expectations, and making critical decisions in real time. You’ll hear about what worked, what didn’t, and how I reframed challenges to move forward. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by work or stuck in your current situation, this episode offers insights you can immediately apply to...
info_outlineProfessionals * Transitions * Careers * Goals * Intentions * World Travel
In this Episode 68, I’ve got Dana Shaker on the podcast. We delve into Dana's career trajectory, from her unexpected journey from law to heart-centered healing. Explore how Dana's experiences in law school and the California State Legislature shaped her path toward mediation and heart-centered lawyering, and discover the importance of prenups in protecting both partners and fostering deeper connections in relationships and marriage.
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Here are just a few key takeaways and quotes from this episode - listen for more!
👉🏽 Key Takeaways:
Career paths are rarely linear; embracing experimentation and exploration can lead to unexpected and fulfilling opportunities.
Integrating personal values and passions into professional pursuits can lead to greater fulfillment and authenticity.
Prenuptial agreements serve the relationship - as legal protection and as tools for open communication and mutual understanding in relationships.
Mediation offers a compassionate and collaborative approach to resolving conflicts, fostering healing, and building stronger relationships.
Creating safe spaces for difficult conversations, whether in law or personal relationships, is essential for growth and connection.
👉🏽 Compelling Episode Quotes:
"I had to make a choice: do I want to go down the academic route? Or do I want to do something more in the policy space?" - Dana Shaker
"It was the only space in law school that felt like home, where I could do the other work; this was a space that felt like me." - Dana Shaker
"Create safe spaces where we can pull out all the clothes and put them on the floor and say, 'How do we put them back in the drawers together?' is essential." - Dana Shaker
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Dana’s Website - https://danashaker.com
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Dana on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danashaker/
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Dana on Instagram - @theheartcenteredlawyer
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