349 | Hot Take: I Kinda Hate ChatGPT—Thrive in Five!
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Release Date: 04/29/2025
363 | You Don’t Need More Tools—You Need More Focus
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Spoiler alert: the tool isn’t the strategy. If you've been hopping from app to app hoping the next one will unlock your success, this episode is your wake-up call. Today we're ditching the tech obsession and getting real about what actually moves the needle. From breaking the cycle of tool-chasing to zoning in on what matters most, we’re talking about the clarity, consistency, and alignment that turn side hustles into full-blown creative businesses. Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: Mentioned in this Episode
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362 | What to Do When You’re Stuck (But Still Showing Up)
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Are you consistent but still not seeing growth? You’re not alone. Every creator has been there. You're posting regularly, checking off your to-dos, doing everything "right," and yet, the needle barely moves. It’s frustrating and exhausting. Here’s the truth: consistency is not a strategy. Listen in as I break down why doing more isn’t the answer and what actually moves the needle when you feel stuck. Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: Mentioned in this Episode
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361 | Why Burnout Happens—and How to Build a Business That Won’t Break You
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
This episode is brought to you by a seven-day tension headache—and the powerful business lesson it gave me. After nearly a year of investing in my health, strength, and consistency, I hit a wall. What started as a migraine, turned into a wake-up call. In this episode, I share the messy, honest story of what happens when we ignore the signals our bodies (and business) give us, and how easily this business we love can push us past our limits. Listen in as I share what it really means to run a sustainable business as a creator, how to create long-term plans that work, and why your creativity...
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360 | The Power of Audience Surveys: How I’m Using Mine to Shape My Content for the Year
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Feeling stuck guessing what your audience wants? You’re not alone—but there’s a simple fix. I recently surveyed my audience and used the responses to reshape my content and product strategy for the rest of the year. Listen in to get the exact approach I used, why it worked, and how you can implement it today with zero overwhelm. Plus I'm sharing what I'll do differently next time! Resources Mentioned
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359 | What You Should Know Before Hiring a Coach—Including My Track Record—Thrive in Five!
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Sick of overpriced courses and influencer advice with zero real-world results? Same here. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain to share exactly why coaching is the most powerful growth tool in your business and why I'm qualified as your coach for brand growth. Listen in as I take you through my journey from starting a passion blog in 2011, to co-founding and then running the Thrive blogging conference, to eventually launching the Thrive Podcast and stepping into full-time coaching. This isn’t theory—I’ve put in 11+ years of behind-the-scenes work helping creators hit real,...
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358 | The Mindset Shifts That Built 6-Figure Blogs with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper of Spark Media Concepts
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Want to know the secret to creating 6-figure blogs? It’s all about your mindset. In this episode, Spark Media Concepts founders Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper join me to share how you can break through mindset hurdles that are holding back your success. Listen in as I present Amy and Jennifer with five of the most common negative mindsets I hear from content creators all the time. You’re going to love the tangible advice they offer that will help you move past these mindsets and level up your content.
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357 | Stop Working for Free: Confident Email Templates for Paid Brand Deals—Thrive in Five!
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Tired of getting brand offers that don’t pay? Let’s change that! In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to respond to brand emails—especially when they’re offering “exposure” or product instead of cash. These situations come up all the time, and knowing how to reply with clarity and confidence is key to turning freebies into paid gigs. 👉 Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the...
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356 | Overwhelmed or Just Unclear? Here’s How to Tell
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Feeling stuck, tired, or just… off? It might not be burnout—it might be strategy fog. In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between true burnout and a lack of clarity, aka strategy fog. Knowing the difference can unlock a whole new level of productivity and joy in your business. As creators, we often confuse exhaustion with failure, but sometimes we’re just unclear about where we’re going. I walk you through five simple questions to assess your current clarity level and share real examples from my coaching clients who were spinning their wheels—until they got...
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355 | 3 Simple Shifts That Took My Content to the Next Level—Thrive in Five!
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
What I learned from one Instagram Reel completely changed how I approach content. In this episode, I break down three key takeaways from a recent Instagram Reel I posted—lessons that apply to any type of content, not just Reels. If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or like everyone else is just better at content creation, this one’s for you. 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: If you have established a foundation for...
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354 | The Branding Shift That Helps Creators Hit 6 Figures with Katie Trant of Foodie Brand Lab
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Are you tired of second-guessing everything you post, especially when you see other creators killing it on social media? We’re talking all things branding in this episode of Thrive, and we’re flipping the script. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, you’re going to feel confident in every single piece of content that you create. Listen in as brand expert Katie, teaches you how to create a solid brand strategy that takes the guesswork out of your business decisions and turns your brand into a 6-figure business. Resources Mentioned Connect with Katie ...
info_outlineSo… I have a hot take. I kinda hate ChatGPT. And before you come for me—let me explain. In this episode, I’m sharing the (hilarious but painful) story of how I asked ChatGPT to tell me my business blind spots—and instantly regretted it. Spoiler: it dragged me.
If you’re building your content business from scratch and wondering why growth feels so dang hard, this might just be the mirror you didn’t know you needed. We’re talking about the subtle ways we hold ourselves back, how easy it is to shelf the uncomfortable stuff, and why facing it head-on (even if it stings) is where the real magic happens.
👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start
Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand!
Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/349
If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm.