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“My life is always crazy and I’m running all over the place. I do so much for everyone else but calligraphy is something to call my own….and that is a feeling I didn’t even know I needed.”
Calligraphy has boosted her self-confidence and given her a sense of PURPOSE in lifeShe got into teaching calligraphy workshops, on her own schedule, that brings in amazing extra income each monthShe’s surprising herself all the time and blowing her own mind with how much joy she’s able to bring into other peoples’ lives.
Danielle Williams is a BUSY person. She’s a full-time caregiver to her mother who has dementia, and a part-time healthcare worker. She never considered herself a “creative” person… and now she’s bringing in $300-1,200 PER MONTH with her calligraphy business!
Listen to learn how:Danielle was a delight to talk to, and our conversation helps remind us all that even if you don't think you’re a “creative” person, you’re probably wrong! You’d be surprised at what you can find within yourself when you dig a little deeper.
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A concrete six-month PLAN you can follow to go from calligraphy beginner, to starting your own calligraphy business!
This is the roadmap I wish I had when I first started, because it tells you
1) The crucial building blocks and priorities to focus on, and
2) What you can ignore (despite "experts" telling you otherwise)
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“I’m still afraid to put myself out there because now there are so many more experienced calligraphers than there were back then.” - Shinah
Today I’m talking about one of the biggest fears that keeps calligraphers from putting themselves out there – competition.When you’re just starting out, you may think that NO ONE will want to pay you for your calligraphy – but in reality, you are so wrong. Not everyone wants to spend thousands of dollars to address their wedding invitations in calligraphy (but perhaps they ARE willing to spend a few hundred on an up-and-coming calligrapher who has the skills to get the job done).
Join me on this episode of “The Shinah Show” as I share real life examples of beginner calligraphers who landed well-paying jobs just by putting themselves out there (and how they did it!). I’m also sharing the fears I hear from students all the time, and how to:
Ditch the “calligraphy bubble” & the lies it tells your brain Quit catastrophizing (and why it’s successes worst enemy)Set yourself apart from “all the other calligraphers”Focus on the non-financial benefits of a creative side-hustle to motivate you, and help you think less “black and white”, and more about what’s possible if you just step a little out of your comfort zoneI have met COUNTLESS students who have feared competition & putting themselves out there. But once they did, they never looked back (and were soooo happy they did it!). I hope this episode inspires you to pursue your creative passions and be your truest self.
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Let's tackle those fears together!!
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“I’m no longer afraid to put myself out there... Because of my hearing loss, I’ve always been a little intimidated by new people. But calligraphy has given me a great deal of confidence. And I’m proud of my work.” - Amanda Nicole Borne
Today, I’m talking to my student Amanda - a substitute teacher and calligraphy biz owner who is also dealing with progressive hearing loss.There’s SO MUCH VALUE in our conversation, including:
How calligraphy has provided connection and confidence, despite hearing lossCreative ways to get calligraphy jobs that I’ve NEVER HEARD of before - with NO social media!How Amanda is using the profits from her calligraphy biz (hint: it involves international travel and life-threatening surgery for her husband)Amanda took our calligraphy courses during the pandemic, despite both her and her husband losing their jobs… and she says the investment was “Absolutely worth it. It’s not like taking a trip, where you do it once and then only have the memories. I learned a SKILL that I can use for the rest of my life.”
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Find Amanda at LoveLettersByAmandaCalligraphy.com
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Life is ALWAYS going to get in the way of your dreams. There I said it.
I recently hosted my 'Calligraphy Business Inner Circle', where I gathered with a small group of students for an 8-week intensive to set them on their path towards entrepreneurship.
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As we’re coming down the home stretch, one of the biggest roadblocks we hit was, “life is getting in the way”. Family, friends, work, taking care of YOURSELF… ALL of it swallows up your time. I get it - even 20 minutes a day can seem overwhelming.
But you know what I told them? You have to carve that shit out – because you will not find it waiting for you at the end of the day.
Join me in this episode as I share some “tough love” with my students (and all of you!) and give them a reality check (& a little kick in the rear) about their priorities, time management, and making “emotionally risky” decisions.
Starting a business might be uncomfortable, and it might take sacrifices. But you have to take back your POWER, and control over your life, if you want to truly take this path. Life can’t just ’happen’ to you, you have to live it.
If you're ready to take back your POWER, my BIGGEST free training is right around the corner! My “Newbie To Pro Calligrapher” Challenge starts September 2nd, and registration is open! Join HERE so you don’t miss out on any of the fun (free lessons, live trainings taught by yours truly, and did someone say awesome prizes?!?). See you there!
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In a not-so-distant time ago, I was cowering under my fancy corporate lawyer desk praying no one would find me. I was miserable and dreaded waking up and going to work every day.
So I quit, and started working for myself – and then completely burned out and quit that too for a while. So when someone asks me, “Do you regret entrepreneurship?”, that is a VERY good question.
It has taken me being employed & self-employed to see that most people tend to think the grass is greener on the other side. But what if I said it’s really all an illusion?
Join me in this week's episode of The Shinah Show as I share my real time realizations from each perspective in the areas of:
Money – the stability of a salary vs. the potential for big wins (and big losses)Time – being on someone else’s timeline with a finite end to the day vs. having the freedom to create your own workday (but work always following you home)Determination – having someone motivate & praise you for a job well done vs. being your own boss and motivating yourself to get things doneWhichever path you take, you still might feel as if you’re “missing out”. However, life is full of seasons – and you can change your mind and explore your options at ANY time. Remember, it doesn’t always have to be one or the other - you can find your own balance between the two that works for your life.
And if you want to grow and explore the possibilities out there, my BIGGEST free training is right around the corner! My “Newbie To Pro Calligrapher” Challenge starts September 3rd, but registration is open! Join HERE so you don’t miss out on any of the fun (free lessons, live trainings taught by yours truly, and did someone say awesome prizes?!?). See you there!
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Not many people realize calligraphy goes WAYYYY beyond weddings – and is growing exponentially in almost every place possible.
How these unique projects found their way into my portfolioSome of the new categories & places calligraphy has started to appear that you’d NEVER think was possibleWhy networking is such a powerful toolWays to expand your thinking and find unique jobs outside of the wedding industry
From presidential (and royal) calligraphers, to highly specialized pieces for celebrities & T.V. shows (Bridgerton anyone?), simple “pen and paper” items only scratch the surface of this industry – as well as the things I’ve made throughout my 9 years as a professional calligrapher.
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 of the COOLEST projects I’ve had the pleasure of penning. I’m also diving into:In a world that is busy making technological advances every second, so many people are looking for ways to slow down and return to the simple ways of the past – and calligraphy fits the bill for just that. I hope this episode opens your eyes as to just some of cool the places calligraphy can take you (and make you money!).
**And if you want to learn how to begin your journey in this growing industry, my free webinar is the BEST place to start! Sign up HERE to get access to my hour-long training that will show you exactly what you need to do to get your foot in the door!**FOLLOW SHINAH:
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I’ve never told my whole story in one episode… so here it is. How I ended up as a successful but unhappy lawyer. How I got out. And how I hit the calligraphy business “jackpot”.
Listen to hear:
The REAL reason I decided to quit law (that I’ve never shared before)The humiliating thing I did as a third grader that held me back from becoming an entrepreneur How much -I- was responsible for my million-dollar business success (and how much was plain ol’ luck)The main lesson? It’s POSSIBLE to live a more creative, unconventional, off the beaten path life. It’s risky and it’s hard and it requires growth and confronting all the things you criticize about yourself. But it’s so so beautiful.
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How I learned to accept my imperfect body… and how that went hand-in-hand with business growth.
How growing up Korean-American in this jacked up culture led to seriously disordered eating patterns for most of my adult lifeWhat happened when I finally did lose a lot of weight in my 20s… and how it didn’t bring me the peace I desperately wanted How I finally embraced more intuitive eating and fun exercise - by working on the source of my self-hatred
In this vulnerable episode, I share openly about:Here’s the main lesson: Deciding to go after my own happiness and inner love… that was the KEY to every blessed thing in my life right now. My beautiful business, my amazing husband, and my (mostly) peaceful relationship with my own body.
It’s really HARD to confront your own self-criticism and face the stuff you most fear… and it’s SO SO WORTH IT. I promise.
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“Settling” for my husband has taught me SO MUCH about business…
But letting go of the idea of my “perfect man” not only led me to the love of my life… but it taught me crucial business lessons, too.
So, keep listening to hear:
Everything I thought I wanted in a partner and why I was so wrong about most of itMy husband’s numerous “disqualifications” and the real drama of letting go of that perfectionist idealTHREE CRUCIAL business lessons I’ve learned from this experience - because “perfect” in business doesn’t mean what you think it meansAnd don’t forget to join me next week as I share the story of my “B-“ Body (that I think every woman will relate to).
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As a recovering perfectionist, the idea of publishing “less than perfect” work felt totally wrong early on in my business.
Why publishing B- content can make you a more flexible & successful business ownerHow utilizing the 80/20 rule can take you from a B- to an A, and show you what your audience really wants (without spending hours polishing a turd)Why imperfection and being human is more relatable to your audience, and the direction marketing is going
I would spend hours scrutinizing the tiniest of details, thinking no one would possibly take me seriously (much less buy anything from me!) otherwise. But all those hours spent overanalyzing weren’t getting me any further with my business.
So I took a course from one of my business mentors looking for answers - and I saw how she simplified her content and didn’t overthink what she put out there. To even further support her method, I started to see all the up-and-coming “bro marketers” doing the same thing – they were putting out SUPER basic, simple content – and their numbers were BANANAS. Seeing so many creators putting out flawed content (and winning with it) inspired me to do the same – and it changed the way I operate my business forever.
Join me in this 1st episode of a 3 part series on living a “B-“ life as I discuss:You DO NOT have to be an “A” person to be successful!! Being more loosey-goosey might feel weird at first, but once you see how much simpler being B- can be, I know you’ll start implementing it in your own life too.
And don’t forget to join me for part 2 next week as I share the story of my “B-“ Husband (cause it’s gonna be a good one!).FOLLOW SHINAH:
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“I’m hopeful for the future now…”
Jessica has been a middle-school teacher for 20 years, but the last six have been a real struggle.But CALLIGRAPHY has changed all of that.
Jessica re-discovered the childhood hobby she had loved so much, then decided to enroll in my Calligraphy Biz Starter Guide Course - so she could finally do something more with her passion.
And starting her calligraphy business has literally BROUGHT HER BACK TO HERSELF. In this episode, Jessica tells me how:
She’s partnering with local small businesses to get calligraphy jobs in brilliant ways I’ve NEVER heard of before!Calligraphy, as a hobby, is VITAL to her mental well-being, and also Calligraphy, as a business, has helped her overcome the crippling imposter syndrome she’s always struggled withThis is one of the MOST POWERFUL interviews I’ve ever done, because it shows how much you can TRANSFORM yourself and your life… if you go after your creative passions and take steps towards what you truly desire!
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Ready to take your creative business to the next level?!My Biz Starter Guide Course is open for enrollment right now through July 7th, 2024!
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Come join me and learn how to establish your business easily - and without the headaches and stress of doing it yourself!
Want even more help?? I'm opening my "Inner Circle" Business Program to a handful of students, where we'll be doing a deep-dive into establishing your business with one-on-one coaching from me! Click HERE for all the info!
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“What if it goes RIGHT?!?”
Jana Ricci began her company “Fishtail Flourish” after stepping away from a 6-figure career as a Director of Marketing. Finally giving herself permission to do something for herself, she became immersed in my calligraphy courses during COVID - and never looked back.
Jana spends a lot of her time in (go figure) the small town of Fishtail, Montana. Tapping into her “posse”, she quickly picked up a job teaching calligraphy and spreading her love of calligraphy within her community. These days she can be found around town hosting classes, networking, and creating commissioned pieces for individuals as well as charity events.
How to shed your identity & say out loud who you truly are (don’t compare!)Why starting SLOW is still startingHow my Biz Starter Guide course was extraordinarily useful – even for someone who came from the corporate worldWhy it doesn’t matter how many calligraphers are out there (*spoiler alert* they aren’t you!)
Join me as I speak with Jana and discover:It is so important to hold the belief in yourself that you can succeed FIRST - then everything else will fall into place. I hope this inspires you to do so.
Jana Ricci can be found at:
@fishtailflourish
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Come join me and learn how to establish your business easily - and without the headaches and stress of doing it yourself! Want even more help?? I'm opening my "Inner Circle" Business Program to a handful of students, where we'll be doing a deep-dive into establishing your business with one-on-one coaching from me! Click HERE for all the info!
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I broke into the calligraphy industry at one of the most ideal times.
How I grew Crooked Calligraphy into a million dollar plus companyMy strategies for handling different types of clientsWhat I would change if I could do it all over again
Instagram videos were on the rise & local maker events were popping up everywhere, giving me the opportunity to network my business. Then COVID quarantined everyone, and people were looking for something to do amidst the stagnant, day-to-day monotony of being stuck inside – and calligraphy’s popularity hit an all-time high.
I rode the wave as long as I could – but it didn’t last.
Since then, I’ve had to constantly change my strategy - growing and evolving with the trends and times. It has NOT been easy (read – I NEVER went to school for business or took any business courses before starting my company) – but after throwing spaghetti at the wall for a while, I developed a 3-bucket strategy to steadily grow my sales and client base.
In this episode of The Shinah Show, I share with you:Stepping into any industry is difficult – but with the right formula of offerings, marketing and operations, you can easily get your foot in the door, no matter what types of clients you are serving!
I have learned SO MUCH over my 8 years as a business owner – and one of the biggest lessons has been to pay it forward. I would have never gotten to where I am today without those who have gone before me sharing the necessary know-how to do so. I hope this episode makes business feel more doable and inspires you to take the leap and go after your dreams!
FREE CALLIGRAPHY BIZ SUMMER SCHOOL - My Calligraphy Biz Summer School is still in full swing! I'm teaching 3 weeks of foundational business lessons, resources and mindset reframes, to help you get closer to your calligraphy dreams
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This is all leading up to the doors opening to my “Calligraphy Biz Starter Guide” course on July 1st, 2024! This is the LAST time I’ll be offering it at the introductory price of $497 before its closed it for a major overhaul. Get in NOW to get the course (AND all the updates) at this price!
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So you want to start a calligraphy business – that’s awesome! But wait… are there too many calligraphers out there already that it’s going to be impossible to create your own space and stand out in this industry?
Why there is more room in this industry than you thinkHow being a “beginner” can work to your advantageWhy getting over your ‘imposter syndrome’ is absolutely necessary in order to make it
This was an actual (and legitimate) question I got in my Instagram DM’s by a follower a few weeks ago. She was wondering if the market was too saturated for new calligraphers to make it – and let me tell you, this is NOT the first time I’ve heard this concern. With so many established calligraphers out there already in such a niche industry, it can feel like you won’t be able to get your foot in the door (much less make money!). But in reality, this industry (and many others like it) is ever-changing – and there IS a seat at the table for you!
In this week's episode of The Shinah Show, I’m going to pop the ‘calligraphy bubble’ you’ve been living inside and show you:There are SO many ways for you to profit from calligraphy, and so many different pockets of customers out there you probably haven’t thought of that never knew they needed you - you just have to get out there and be brave!
See “Episode 52. The Easiest Way to Start a Calligraphy Business” for even more on why the market always NEEDS new businesses.
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Who has ever said, “I’d LOVE to do that – but I have no time!”
What “time confetti” is and why it will blow your mindWhy our priorities are totally out of whack, and how we actually end up using our time (*spoiler alert* not in the most productive of ways!)How finding the right creative outlet for you can CREATE more time and spaciousness in your life, so you aren’t trying to scrounge up a few minutes here and there
We’ve ALL said it, felt it, and truly meant it.
Time is fleeting in today’s world - we’re constantly running from point A to point B, being a slave to our to-do list of ‘highly important’ tasks. We’re “time famished” – constantly looking to squeeze a few more minutes out of our day.
What if I told you that instead of feeling time famished, you could find more spaciousness in your life by using your ‘time-confetti’ in a way that allows you to find those extra moments in the day? And in turn, having the time to do those things that once seemed impossible to fit in!
Join me in this episode of “The Shinah Show” as I discuss:I’m excited to show you how you can take control of your time, and finally be able to find activities that light you up. You’ll find yourself eager to get back to them that you’ll magically find more free time throughout your day.
HEY YOU!!! We’re HALFWAY through 2024 (I know, I can’t even believe it!). Did you know that if you started RIGHT NOW working towards building a successful creative business and being your own boss, you could achieve it – all before we ring in 2025?
Interested in learning how? Click here to attend my FREE workshop where I show you how to go from an absolute beginner, to having your own business in just 6 months!FOLLOW SHINAH:
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350 place cards, 110 welcome cards, 40 table cards, and 8 menu templates later… I just completed my first $10k corporate calligraphy job in quite some time - And I am TIRED…
Trust me, I don’t say this to brag – I say it to show all of you aspiring creatives and calligraphers that these jobs ACTUALLY exist. It’s not uncommon to find big brands with a company portfolio requiring calligraphy for their signature events (and this client just happens to be one of them).
I want to be clear:
No, you probably aren't going to land you a job like this until you have years of calligraphy experience under your belt...No, you cannot go out there as a newbie and charge $250 an hour,,,No, being a calligrapher is not always exciting, or glamorous, or easy on the body...But little by little, all those local events, orders received from family, and chances to hone your skillset build up your resume - so you CAN land those high-paying once-in-a-lifetime jobs.
How a connection I made in 2018 was the key to landing me this gigThe most important lessons I want to pass on to you, andWhat I did in the "servants quarters" on the night of the event 😂
Join me as I spill all the tea on what it's really like to work on a glamorous, high-stakes, celebrity-filled, luxury brand EVENT. Listen to find out:I can’t wait to eventually share ALLLL the things I’ve learned through this extremely high-pressure, but very realistic, corporate calligraphy job (and my best tips to help you land one too!).
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Imagine if listening to this podcast *right now*, could change the entire trajectory of your life??
How you can develop a more “spacious” life with the help of calligraphyWhy action is better than over-thinkingHow our creative brains can get in our way (rather than OUT of our way!)Why surrounding yourself with positive examples makes all the difference (don’t let the ‘calligraphy bubble’ get in the way of your success!)
That’s what happened when Magda - podcast listener turned calligrapher & businesswoman - tuned into the 1st episode of "The Shinah Show" after my 9-month hiatus… with no other intentions than having something to break up her day amidst working her corporate job, folding laundry & chasing after her two kids (I mean, can you relate?!?).
After binging ALL of "The Shinah Show" Episodes, Magda decided to dive into calligraphy a little over a year ago. Fresh to the industry, she is just starting her journey as a bona-fide calligrapher with her first paid job in the books!
Join me in this full circle moment for Magda as she sits down with me on the very podcast that began her journey to discuss:Doing it messy is STILL doing it – and Magda’s story is such a great example of just that. You don’t have to always need a perfectly laid-out plan – as long as you are open to the possibilities in front of you and the journey ahead of you, I am so incredibly proud of how Magda has put herself out there - and I know her journey is just getting started!
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Growing up as a first-generation Korean-American, I was raised to believe that meeting “perfect” milestones would make me happy. There was never any letter other than an A on my report cards, a number other than 1600 on my SATS (and PSATS), or a university I attended with a ranking less than #1 in the nation (ok, don’t hate me – I promise it’s not all sunshine and rainbows).
How perfection eventually became my façade to hide behind, rather than my realityThe lengths I’ve gone to in order to maintain my “perfect” recordsHow crippling the pressure of perfectionism can beHow I dug myself out of a constant cycle of burnout – and how you can, too
But while I was on this seemingly “perfect path of perfectionism”, I was also the most unhappy I’ve ever been. This track was making me miserable rather that making me happy – which is exactly what I WASN’T expecting.
And after crawling out from underneath my desk (literally), I burned out – quite literally - and realized I had failed to maintain this ‘perfect’ lifestyle.
Join me on this episode of The Shinah Show as I recount my life story through a lens of perfectionism and share with you:I hope this episode speaks to all of you with perfectionist tendencies, and shows you that we ALL need to give ourselves a little more grace, a little less judgement, and a damn chance to rest sometimes.
The Pro Calligrapher Bundle - a complete eduction in CALLIGRAPHY + BUSINESS. Open now to welcome in a brand-new class of students. Doors close Sept 13, 2024! Details at --> crookedcalligraphy.com/courses
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I’m back for Season 3! “I’m realizing that this is my damn business, and I can take it in any direction I want.” - Shinah
The theme for this season is ANTI-PERFECTIONISM
Season 1 was launched at the peak of my “pandemic success” - million dollar years, thousands of students, so much exposure through ads and social mediaSeason 2 was the year of “coming back” after burnout and a long break… and struggling HARD emotionally to regain my confidence and reset my goals and expectations Season 3 is going to be both deeper and broader - I’ll still talk about calligraphy and creative business, but I want to explore the WHY behind it all. Which is that we all want to feel more at peace with ourselves and less afraid… and I think confronting our perfectionism through inner work and creativity is a beautiful way to do that.In this episode, I catch you up on:
How I’m doing emotionally & financially right now (with real numbers, of course)How my current sturdiness is a direct result of the emotional turbulence of 2023; andMy powerful MANIFESTO for Season 3 - the real message I want to get out into the worldRead the full Manifesto right here 👉 shinahchang.com
THANK YOU for being here!
I’ve got some exciting episodes planned for the future, and I’m so thankful that I get to be in your earbuds each week =)
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FOLLOW SHINAH:SUBSCRIBE:
Love podcasts? Listen to The Shinah Show wherever you get your podcasts, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!The Pro Calligrapher Bundle - a complete eduction in CALLIGRAPHY + BUSINESS. Open now to welcome in a brand-new class of students. Doors close Sept 13, 2024! Details at --> crookedcalligraphy.com/courses
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