Is there any better experience than walking into an Anthropologie and soaking up the droves of inspiration that cover every wall, product, and window display? Today, Erika Lavinia, Senior Display Director of Anthropologie shares the behind the scenes of what it’s like to be an artist at one of the most creative stores, how to accomplish GIANT creative projects, how to hold your ideas loosely to let them grow, how to put less pressure on the creative process and so much more! This episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, inspiration, and peeks behind the curtain….Plus! This episode is a part of my How She Creates Good series where I highlight people who are using their creativity to create good in the world. Erika shares about how Anthro is using art + window displays to advocate for sustainability and supporting our pollinators!

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Anthropologie, Visual Design & The Creative Process Ep 603

In this quickie episode Im answering your questions about instagram. Is reposting the same content on multiple apps good or bad? 

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Is Reposting Content From Other Apps Bad?

In this quickie episode we're talking about ADHD Task Paralysis and what you can do to get yourself back into the creative flow when it comes to your work or your art - and no this is not a to do list!  

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If you want the full list of 75 reel ideas, be sure to join The Creative Business Lab where I have so many more post prompts + a full masterclass on developing an instagram strategy that works for your goals and gives you the process to create reels in under 5 minutes a day!

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Habit Hack: Leave An In Progress Note

Through many businesses successes and failures, I have found 3 foundational practices that have contributed the most to my growth as a small handmade business and Im sharing them with you today so you can put them into practice in your own business. 

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3 Foundational Practices That Have Grown My Business The Most

Ai should be working for us so we have time to make more art, right?! Today Im sharing a ton of ways to use AI to make your business run smoother and have more time to make art. 

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How I Use Ai In My Business So I Have Time To Make More Art

In this quickie episode Im answering your questions about instagram. Do you need to post multiple times a day to grow? 

💡 Get my free guide to 15 reels every artist should create using these content categories here: laurenlikesart.myflodesk.com/15reels

🎁 If you want the full list of 75 reel ideas, be sure to join The Creative Business Lab where I have so many more post prompts + a full masterclass on developing an instagram strategy that works for your goals and gives you the process to create reels in under 5 minutes a day!

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Do I need to post multiple times a day to grow?

What is the number one thing that your business will live or die by? Lets talk about it!  

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The #1 Factor For Success In Your Business

Markets are the key to getting data - FAST - when it comes to kick starting your handmade business success. Let's talk about it! 

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Why Markets Are a Must for New Businesses

Have your Etsy sales decreased recently? Mine too. Im sharing over 10 things Im doing and you can too to get your sales back up! 

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What To Do When Your Etsy Sales Slow Down

Today were all declaring bankruptcy on one thing - at least! Whats yours!?  Tag me in your stories declaring bankruptcy: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativebusinesslab/ 

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Habit Hack Declare Bankruptcy

Trying to choose between drops and made-to-order for your handmade biz? In this episode, I break down the pros, cons, and key questions to help you find the best model for your creativity, marketing style, and income goals—plus tips on mixing both for the ultimate balance.

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Pro & Cons of the Drop vs Evergreen model for handmade product sellers

Learn to live a creative lifestyle, tell your story and explore your world through conversations with artists, adventurers, and people creating good in the world.

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