PODCAST · arts
The Creative Clarity Show
by Sarah Edwards
Join Sarah Edwards, a Creative Success Coach and mental health advocate, as she serves up raw conversations about transforming your creative chaos into clarity and confidence. After battling severe OCD and physical issues, Sarah discovered how to build a thriving creative business by working within her limitations rather than against them. Each episode blends practical business strategy with mental wellness insights, helping you navigate the messy middle between your creative dreams and sustainable success. Whether you're wrestling with impostor syndrome, trying to price your work, or seeking ways to show up authentically online, Sarah brings her signature mix of tough love, humor, and actionable advice to help you build a creative business that honors both your art and your wellbeing. Get ready for honest discussions about anxiety, procrastination, and what it really takes to go from "starving artist" to thriving creative entrepreneur. New episodes drop weekly for creative souls re
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E045: Why Nothing You Make Feels Good Enough | At The Table
You have 47 mood boards, a camera roll full of screenshots, and folders of "inspiration" you've been collecting for months. So why does sitting down to create feel harder than ever? In this At The Table episode, Sarah breaks down the loop that keeps creatives stuck in research mode forever, and names what you're actually searching for when you open Pinterest for the third time today. Hint: it's not inspiration. Follow Sarah Edwards on Instagram: @setapart_company For breakthrough ebooks, an audit that gives you a roadmap for your creative dreams, and information about The Creative Catalyst Academy, head over to: www.setapartcompany.net. Interesting in being a guest, like having a live breakthrough session with Sarah or submitting an "At The Table" question? Head over to setapartcompany.net/show.
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E044: Why You Can't Build When Your Basic Needs Aren't Met (And What Capacity Actually Means)
Sarah gets real about something most business advice ignores: you can't build when you're in survival mode. Whether that's food insecurity, time poverty, chronic illness, caregiving demands, or economic stress - when your basic needs aren't met, your nervous system won't let you focus on growing your brand. In this episode, she breaks down the hierarchy of needs, what capacity actually means, and why her work focuses on building within limitations, not pretending they don't exist. Set Apart Company has pledged over $20,000 (so far) in pro-bono coaching to combat these barriers, and this week, they're spotlighting Feeding America as part of Podcastathon. Our Coaching, Teaching & Services: https://setapartcompany.net/ Consider Donating to Feeding America capacity, basic needs, survival mode, building with limitations, food insecurity, economic stress, nervous system, chronic illness, caregiving, time poverty, coexistence over conquest, Feeding America, Podcastathon
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E043: Stop Trying to Find Your Niche (Do This Instead) | At The Table
Welcome to a new series here on The Creative Clarity Show. At The Table is where I answer your questions, one question per episode, short and focused so you can actually digest it! today's question comes from Jess, an illustrator who asked: "I've been making art for years, but I have no idea how to turn it into something real. Every time I try to figure out my niche, I freeze. How do you even start when you feel like you're good at too many things?" this episode is for you if: you're multi-passionate and feel scattered, you freeze when trying to pick one thing to focus on, you're sick of hearing "just niche down" without understanding what that actually means, or you want results but don't know where to start. if you have a question you want answered at the table, submit it at setapartcompany.net/show. I read every single one. Also Mentioned: Follow me on Instagram (@setapart_company) to join our 2026 Spring Creative Challenge! Interested in a complete roadmap and clarity for your creative business? Sign up for The Creative to Cash Strategy Audit!
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E042: Coffee Chat Q&A: Marriage, Faith, Perfect Saturdays & What Makes Me Irrationally Happy
You asked, I answered. this week's episode is completely unscripted—just me, your questions, and a whole lot of honesty about marriage, running a business, my faith, neurodivergence, and what actually fills my cup when I'm not working. in this episode: what marriage has taught me about business (and why conflict happens in the quiet moments too), how I protect my relationship when work takes over (spoiler: I'm still learning), why I wear head scarves and the unexpected conversations it's created, my perfect Saturday (open calendar, new coffee, painting without distractions), what I actually do when I'm not working (hint: I'm probably rewatching the same movie for the third time this week), and the thing that makes me irrationally happy. this episode is for you if: you're curious about the human behind the business, you struggle with work-life balance in creative entrepreneurship, you want to feel less alone in your neurodivergent tendencies, or you need permission to enjoy the slow, simple things. Want to get connected? I'd love to chat with you on Instagram!
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E041: Your Space Is Shaping You Whether You Know It or Not w/Expert Olga Naiman
What if the reason you can't get into flow has very little to do with your mindset, your strategy, or your work ethic...and everything to do with the physical environment you're building your business inside of every single day? That's exactly what this conversation cracked open for me. Olga Naiman is a former editor at House Beautiful and lead stylist for Domino magazine, author of Spatial Alchemy: Design Your Home to Transform Your Life, and one of those rare people who has found a way to unite interior design with deep personal transformation. Her work has been featured in the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, Elle Decor, and Architectural Digest, and I can honestly say this is one of the most unexpectedly powerful conversations I've had on this show. This episode is for you if you're working from a corner of your living room, a dining table, a rented space with walls you can't even paint. It's for you if you have ADHD, a chronic illness, or a diagnosis that makes "getting organized" feel like a joke. It's for you if you've ever felt the invisible weight of an environment that doesn't feel like you...and couldn't quite name what was wrong. Resources + links mentioned: Olga's book — Spatial Alchemy: Design Your Home to Transform Your Life (available on Amazon) Free class: Make Your Home Magnetic and get connected with Olga on Instagram Connect with Sarah: Instagram: @setapart_company Website: setapartcompany.net Ready to audit your creative business? The Creative Audit (our most popular offer) is your roadmap, written by me, in 3 days. If this episode meant something to you, will you take a second to share it with a friend or leave a review? It genuinely helps more people find the show (and that's the whole point). Thank you so much for being here. 🤍
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E040: Should I Just Burn It All Down? (What Testing Actually Looks Like)
Sarah almost quit everything this week. She's been building something for years, spending thousands of dollars, relaunching multiple times, and it's still not working. In this episode, she gets honest about what the testing phase actually feels like, why we treat every flop like a verdict on ourselves, and how to stop quitting at try number three. If you've ever posted something that got 10 views, made something nobody bought, or built something that just didn't land—this one's for you. Mentioned: Creative Strategy Audit Instagram SEO KEYWORDS: testing phase, 1 in 10 rule, creative entrepreneur, building a business, failed launch, why things don't work, how to keep going, imposter syndrome, quit or keep going
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E039: Why Talented People Stay Invisible (And How to Get Seen) w/ Expert Christine Blosdale
Okay, real talk. If you've ever felt like you're doing all the things but nobody's noticing, or you're posting on social media but it feels like you're screaming into the void—this conversation with Christine Blosdale is for you. Christine is the Expert Authority Coach, and she does not sugarcoat anything (LOVE THAT). We talked about why talented people stay invisible (spoiler: imposter syndrome and trying to be everything to everybody), the difference between being visible and being in-demand, and why your past accomplishments still count even if they happened five years ago. If you're multi-talented, if you feel fake showing up online, or if you're wondering when you're finally "allowed" to call yourself an expert—press play. This one's good. Get plugged into her world - you need a session with her ASAP: Free 30 Minute Strategy Session with Christine: https://bookme.name/CHRISTINE/lite/30-minute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christineblosdale/ All Links & Books! Ready to build your offers, work through intrusive thoughts and launch your creative business? Sign-up for our 3-day bestselling audit: http://setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E038: When Staying Safe Becomes the Riskiest Choice
Sarah gets brutally honest about what's really stopping her from going all in on her business. Spoiler: it's not just about time. After years of survival mode, workplace trauma, and health crises, the bold version of her that used to show up unapologetically? She's gone. And now when Sarah tries to show up online or scale her business, something feels off. Her voice feels dull. She's performing instead of connecting. In this raw solo episode, Sarah unpacks the real reason she's stuck between two worlds and what she's finally ready to do about it. If you've ever felt like you lost yourself somewhere along the way, or like you're just going through the motions, this episode will hit different. Mentioned: The Creativity to Cash Strategy Audit The Creative Catalyst Academy IG (say hi)!
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E037: How to Choose What to Do First When You Have Many Ideas | Breakthrough Session w/Creative Nathalie Hoback
Nathalie (https://www.instagram.com/nathaliehobackart/) is navigating too many ideas and not enough clarity. She's building product ideas, dreaming of art retreats, considering memberships, hosting community events—and she only has 2-3 hours a day to work. But despite all her beautiful intentions, she's feeling scattered and unsure of where to start. Sound familiar? In this live coaching session, Sarah walks Nathalie through the exact frameworks that help scattered creatives make strategic decisions: the Financial Freedom Number, offer structure based on energy and income, identity-based outcomes, and why you need to build sequentially, not simultaneously. Plus, a powerful conversation about expertise, credentials, and why your transformation is more valuable than any piece of paper. If you've ever felt paralyzed by too many options, this episode will give you permission to focus. Listen if you: have too many ideas and don't know where to start, struggle with imposter syndrome around your expertise, need a strategic framework for prioritizing offers, or want to see real-time coaching in action. Ready for my eyes on your strategy and roadblocks? http://setapartcompany.net/creative-audit Want to be a guest and get free coaching on our show? https://www.setapartcompany.net/show SEO Keywords: scattered creative entrepreneur, too many ideas, creative business strategy, prioritizing offers, identity-based outcomes, financial freedom number, live coaching, building creative business, sequential vs simultaneous, imposter syndrome
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E036: Building a Creative Practice in Survival Mode | Breakthrough Session w/Creative Kim Pinkberry
What happens when you're building a creative business while your capacity is stretched impossibly thin? Kim is a ceramic artist working two jobs, creating work that celebrates marginalized bodies, and trying to navigate how to show up for her art when her nervous system is screaming that the world isn't safe. In this raw coaching conversation, we tackle the all-or-nothing trap, scattered creative energy, and why having too many ideas can actually be harder than being stuck. If you've ever felt paralyzed by how much you want to do—or guilty about needing rest—this episode will make you feel less alone. Go Support This AMAZING Artist: https://www.instagram.com/smallkims/ Ready to Get a Coaching Call Conversation with Sarah? Read more about our Guest options and how to apply, here: https://www.setapartcompany.net/show SEO Keywords: creative entrepreneur ADHD, building creative business with limited capacity, all or nothing thinking artists, how to prioritize creative projects, rest as productivity, working with chronic health issues Explicit content because of some colorful words!
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E035: You're Not Overwhelmed. You're Just Inefficient.
Your schedule is full. Every hour planned. Every task listed. But you're not actually being efficient—you're just busy. After being diagnosed with PCOS, Sarah had to completely rethink how she approaches productivity when capacity is limited. She shares the personal realization that changed everything about her business operations and the four specific tools that now drive her efficiency. Whether you're managing chronic health conditions, neurodivergence, caregiving responsibilities, or just the reality of being human with limited energy, this framework will help you stop confusing a loaded schedule with actual productivity. LISTEN IF YOU... → Have a full schedule but feel like nothing's moving forward → Struggle with chronic health issues or unpredictable energy → Need to work smarter, not just harder → Feel busy all day but can't see the results → Want practical tools, not motivational fluff RESOURCES Work With Sarah: The Creative Clarity Club - Includes full productivity systems & Notion templates The Creative Catalyst Academy - 1:1 coaching for custom strategy SEO KEYWORDS productivity with chronic illness, PCOS and business, capacity vs efficiency, energy management, time management tools, creative entrepreneur productivity, working with limited energy, priority matrix, business efficiency, how to be productive with PCOS, neurodivergent productivity, working with chronic health conditions, entrepreneur time management
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E034: From Side Hustle to Real Business: The 4 Elements You Need
You've been planning your creative business, projects or personal goals for months...maybe years. You've consumed the content, saved the templates, researched the strategies. But you're still not building anything. It's not a knowledge problem. You're missing four critical elements that separate people who plan forever from people who actually launch. In this episode, discover the psychology behind why creative entrepreneurs and dreams get stuck in "student mode." Whether you're launching passive income, building a creative practice, or finally showing up consistently for ANY goals. If you struggle with perfectionism, all-or-nothing thinking, or analysis paralysis, this framework will change how you approach every goal. Mentioned: https://www.setapartcompany.net/clientresults https://www.setapartcompany.net/the-creative-clarity-club
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E033: The One Thing Standing Between You and Your Dreams
There are only two choices when it comes to building the life you want: do the thing, or don't. In this raw and honest episode, Sarah gets vulnerable about her recent health wake-up calls, the cost of living in survival mode, and why everything you want is on the other side of consistency—not motivation. If you've been negotiating with yourself about whether today is the day you start, this episode will shake you awake. Sarah shares her personal non-negotiables framework (getting dressed, working out, showing up), the "other train" metaphor that changed everything, and how to balance grace with massive action. This isn't about perfection. This isn't about having it all together. This is about deciding that the life you're trying to build is worth showing up for—even when it's hard, even when you don't feel like it, even when nobody's watching. Listen if you: Keep hitting snooze on your goals, struggle with consistency, use your limitations as permanent excuses, want the results but keep choosing comfort, or need a wake-up call wrapped in grace. Mentioned: The Creative Catalyst Academy | 1:1 VIP Coaching The Creative Clarity Club | Mindset & Business Community
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E032: Why You're Undercharging (And How It's Destroying Your Business)
There's a number in your head and it's lying to you. It whispers that you're not worth more, that no one will pay you what you deserve, that asking for what you need makes you greedy. In this episode, we're talking about why so many talented creatives are chronically undercharging for their work—and how this single issue is keeping them trapped in burnout, resentment, and financial stress. We also unpack the money formula you need for growth! Resources Mentioned: Creative Strategy Audit at setapartcompany.net/creative-audit Free Bookkeeping Spreadsheet at https://www.setapartcompany.net/freebiebookkeeping You deserve to be paid well for what you do. Not just surviving—thriving.
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E031: Clarity Over Structure: Why Your Plan & Schedule Keeps Failing You
If you've ever bought a planner only to abandon it two weeks later, this episode is for you. Sarah tackles the most requested topic from her community: how to actually get things done without burning out. But this isn't your typical productivity advice—Sarah challenges the entire framework most of us are using and introduces a radically different approach that works WITH your limitations instead of against them. You'll learn why traditional scheduling systems are set up for failure, discover a simple matrix that creates instant clarity on what actually matters, and walk away with actionable tools you can implement today. Whether you're struggling with procrastination, overwhelm, or feeling constantly behind, this conversation will shift how you see productivity forever. Mentioned: Your Creative Audit: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit All The Masterclasses: https://www.setapartcompany.net/the-creative-clarity-club FREE Passive Income Training: https://www.setapartcompany.net/free-success-training FREE Notion template: https://www.setapartcompany.net/free-notion-template productivity for creatives, time management for entrepreneurs, how to stop procrastinating, productivity systems for ADHD, schedule planning tips, work life balance, overwhelm management, neurodivergent productivity, small business time management, creative business strategy
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E030: Why Most People Never Reach Their Goals (And How You Will)
There are two types of hard: the hard of doing the thing, and the hard of not doing it. One stretches you. One haunts you. Both demand something from you, but only one transforms you. This episode is about the raw truth behind creativity and entrepreneurship—the sacrifice, the momentum, the moments when you want to quit, and why you shouldn't. We're flipping the script on both hustle culture and comfort culture to find what actually works: strategic intensity, the right sacrifices, and willingness over perfection. This episode is for you if: You've been waiting for the "right time" to start, you feel stuck despite knowing what you need to do, you're tired of comfort culture but scared of burnout, or you're questioning whether you're cut out for this creative/entrepreneurial journey. Mentioned:https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E029: How to Build Momentum Without Perfect Consistency
Feeling behind despite working hard? This episode reframes why creative entrepreneurs and neurodivergent individuals struggle during transitional seasons - it's not a discipline problem, it's a nervous system safety issue. Learn why external disruptions like sensory overload, schedule changes, and social overwhelm drain your activation energy before you even start your work, why comparing yourself to others' seemingly linear progress is misleading, and how to redefine momentum as the act of not quitting rather than perfect consistency. Would love to chat! Say hi on IG: https://www.instagram.com/setapart_company/
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E028: How to Break Free from Constant Comparison, Burnout and Build Evergreen Gratitude
In this Thanksgiving week episode, Sarah reframes gratitude as a nervous system strategy rather than a performative holiday exercise. She explores why creative entrepreneurs struggle with contentment due to constant forward projection, explains how gratitude provides evidence-based stabilization for your nervous system, and reveals why celebrating small wins matters more than waiting for big flashy moments. Sarah discusses how to rewire catastrophic thinking and comparison spirals, offers a new perspective on viewing every dollar spent and received as evidence of success, and challenges listeners to shift their internal dialogue about their business and creative practice. Mentioned: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit https://www.setapartcompany.net/ @setapart_company
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E027: How to Get Unstuck: The Two-Part Formula You're Missing
Sarah reveals why feeling stuck is actually a symptom of lacking clarity on where to allocate your energy, and introduces the two-part formula that moves you from paralysis to progress. Sarah explains the neuroscience of why your nervous system keeps you frozen, shares her "storyline approach" for connecting your transformations with your mediums, and introduces the concept of your Financial Freedom Number - the non-emotional data you need to make strategic decisions. She also answers a Messy Confession from a pattern illustrator and mom who keeps starting and stopping despite having time and support. Essential for multifaceted creatives feeling paralyzed by too many ideas, anyone who relies on motivation instead of strategy, or those spinning their wheels without understanding the money piece of their business. Resources Mentioned: www.setapartcompany.nethttps://www.setapartcompany.net/freebiebookkeeping https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E026: How to Keep Creating When AI and Copycats Threaten Your Work
In this deeply personal episode, Sarah shares the full story of watching people photograph and attempt to steal her product designs at a major retail showcase - and the incredible moment when those same designs (that others tried to copy) ended up legitimately featured in NYC holiday windows and on national television. She explores how efficiency culture and AI have created a permission slip for creative theft across industries, why the fear of robbery is keeping talented people from sharing their work, and how reconnecting with your "why" helps you shine despite the threats. Sarah discusses the difference between synthetic copying and authentic work, explains why your actions reflect your beliefs, and reveals how her 10-year journey in New York City came full circle when the right people noticed her light. Essential for anyone dealing with stolen work, AI fear, afraid to share their portfolio online, questioning whether showing up is worth the risk, or needing encouragement to keep creating despite the threat of theft. Mentioned: https://www.setapartcompany.net/ https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E025: Should You Start a Business With Debt? (And Other Hard Questions)
This Q&A episode introduces the new "Messy Confessions" series, tackling three anonymous questions creatives are often afraid to ask. Topics include navigating business dreams while carrying significant credit card debt, whether being "too sensitive" disqualifies you from entrepreneurship, and why investing thousands in courses without launching might signal something deeper than procrastination. The episode explores financial literacy versus income amounts, reframes emotional awareness as strategic advantage, and examines the nervous system patterns that keep us in perpetual learning mode. Essential listening for anyone questioning their readiness, struggling with shame around money or progress, or wondering if they're actually cut out for creative business. Submit Your Messy Confession: https://www.setapartcompany.net/confessions
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E024: How to Start Taking Action for Business and Creative Growth
In this vulnerable and tactical episode, Sarah Edwards reveals a major (still secret!) network opportunity that's making her nauseous with fear, and breaks down exactly how she's working through it using principles from her OCD treatment journey. She explores the neuroscience of why our brains automatically label opportunities as dangerous, introduces the concept of "pleading the fifth" to release outcome anxiety, and explains how to build evidence of success in micro-steps that convince your nervous system you're capable. Sarah also emphasizes why you cannot and should not do entrepreneurship alone, detailing how to build a proper safety net of professionals and community. Essential for anyone staring down a terrifying opportunity, paralyzed by "what if" thinking, or stuck in the rumination cycle that keeps them from saying yes to growth. Creative Strategy Audit: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E023: How Time Distortion Is Sabotaging Your Creative Goals
In this thought-provoking episode, Sarah Edwards explores how modern society and technology have completely distorted our perception of time, leading to chronic underestimation of tasks, burnout, and feelings of failure. She examines why we constantly feel behind when comparing ourselves to social media highlights, how efficiency culture forces us into impossible productivity standards, and why projects that "fail" on our original timeline often succeed brilliantly when they finally launch. Sarah shares her own two-year journey with an offer that kept flopping until the perfect moment arrived, revealing how time walking through setbacks actually enriches your final outcome with depth you couldn't have planned. Essential listening for anyone feeling crushed by their own timelines, apologizing for not finishing fast enough, or wondering why everything takes so much longer than it seems to take everyone else. Get your Creative to Cash Audit: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E022: Why You Don't Have to Do It All (And How to Choose What Matters)
In this vulnerable episode, Sarah Edwards shares her recent mental health struggle while moving into her first home and reveals why traditional "balance" advice might be sabotaging your success. She challenges the toxic narrative that you need to be 100% consistent in everything, introducing the concept of "permission slip seasons" where going all-in on one important thing means letting other areas slide temporarily. Sarah discusses her all-or-nothing neurodivergent tendencies, why she stopped working on her business for a full week without guilt, and how strategic tunnel vision can create more intentional outcomes than trying to juggle everything at once. Perfect for creative entrepreneurs drowning in balance culture messaging, struggling with shame about not doing it all, and needing permission to prioritize what truly matters right now. Get your Creative to Cash Strategy Audit: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E021: Why Slow Progress Isn't Failed Progress: How to Embrace the Journey
In this comeback episode after months away, Sarah Edwards shares raw insights from her recent experiences pitching major brands like Target and Anthropologie while living out of a suitcase and moving into her first home. She tackles the emotional reality of working toward goals that seem to take forever, exploring why slow progress often leads to better outcomes than quick wins. Sarah introduces her "80% rule" for overcoming perfectionism, redefines what balance actually means beyond Instagram aesthetics, and explains how to practice discernment when life throws curveballs. Perfect for creative entrepreneurs feeling stuck in the middle of their journey, wondering if their efforts will ever pay off, and struggling to balance big dreams with daily life responsibilities. Interested in a Creative Success Audit? You can get yours here! https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit Follow me on IG @setapart_company
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E020: Answering Your Burning Biz Questions
In this special episode, Sarah Edwards opens up her Creative Clarity Club Q&A session to podcast listeners, delivering candid answers to members' burning questions about creativity, business, and mindset. Sarah tackles how to find creative balance between "creating for fun" and strategic work, what to do with accumulated courses and systems, building a membership-based creative community, redefining what balance truly means beyond Instagram aesthetics, and overcoming the fear of sharing creative work. Throughout the episode, Sarah emphasizes intentional strategy, finding your "why," creating sacred space for creativity, and focusing on service over vanity metrics. This rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the Creative Clarity Club offers listeners practical wisdom for their own creative journeys. You can join The Creative Clarity Club and jump into Sketchbook to Sales, Passive Income Training, by going here: https://www.setapartcompany.net/the-creative-clarity-club
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E019: The Truth About Passive Income That No One's Talking About
In this candid episode, Sarah Edwards tackles the often misunderstood concept of passive income, stripping away the myths and revealing it as a strategic chess game rather than a quick-win scheme. She discusses why today's economic pressures make diversifying income streams essential, while emphasizing that passive income requires consistent effort, strategic thinking, and long-term commitment. Sarah shares personal insights about her gradual growth journey, encourages listeners to envision their completed offers before they exist, and explains why finishing projects is crucial for building a compounding portfolio of income streams. Perfect for creative entrepreneurs feeling economic pressure who want straight talk about building genuine financial resilience without the hustle culture mentality. Creative Clarity Club & Sketchbook to Sales: https://www.setapartcompany.net/the-creative-clarity-club
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E018: Escaping Procrastination: Creating Your Artist's Safety Net
In this episode, Sarah Edwards explores the concept of "economic procrastination" and how current financial pressures can impact our creative work. She shares personal insights from her recent housing crisis experience, revealing how building a "creative safety net" through consistent practice—even when it feels indulgent or imperfect—creates compound benefits over time. Sarah emphasizes that procrastination often stems from not valuing your creative work, and offers encouragement to keep creating regardless of immediate outcomes. Learn why small, consistent creative efforts matter more than perfection, how to hold space for both positive and negative emotions in your creative process, and why your "indulgent" creative work may become your most valuable asset.
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E017: Beyond the Vanity Metrics: Your Core Offer Strategy for Creative Success
In this business-focused episode, Sarah dives into the critical importance of building a strong foundation before stretching beyond your comfort zone. She introduces the concept of the "Financial Freedom Number" - understanding exactly what you need to feel safe and secure - and explains why identifying a core offer that generates 60-80% of this number is essential for creative entrepreneurs. Sarah challenges listeners to honestly assess their foundations, arguing that most business struggles stem not from lack of talent or ability, but from unclear financial targets and scattered energy across too many offers. This practical episode provides actionable steps to create the safety net that makes risk-taking possible, allowing creatives to expand confidently into new territories while maintaining financial stability.
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E016: Intention Over Hustle: Finding Joy in the Everyday
Sarah shares her journey of discovering how intentional living can dramatically improve your quality of life even within limitations. She challenges listeners to question their definitions of success and embrace that while suffering is part of the human experience, we have the power to infuse joy into our everyday moments. Sarah offers practical ideas for adding intention to your day—from creating sensory experiences with candles and music to planning small joys like fresh flowers in unexpected places. This episode reminds us that our creative practice is important but not our entire identity, and invites listeners to attempt five intentional acts over the next seven days to transform their relationship with ordinary life.
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E015: The Slow Burn of Success: Why Timelines Matter Less Than You Think
In this heartfelt episode, Sarah Edwards tackles the uncomfortable truth about success: it takes time—often much longer than we're led to believe. Drawing from personal experience and recent conversations with fellow entrepreneurs, Sarah explores how our modern culture of instant gratification has distorted our expectations about the entrepreneurial journey. She reminds listeners that success is designed to be a gradual process, allowing us to compound skills, connections, and experiences that eventually form something exceptional. Rather than fixating on timelines, Sarah encourages redefining what success means personally, celebrating small steps forward, and finding peace with your unique path. This episode offers a refreshing perspective for anyone feeling stuck in the molasses of slow progress or comparing themselves to overnight success stories.
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E014: Breaking Free from Labels: How Stigma Impacts Your Creative Journey
In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Sarah shares her journey with OCD and mental health challenges, revealing how education and understanding transformed her darkest moments into purpose. She explores how the labels we carry—whether diagnosed conditions or self-imposed limitations—can silently sabotage our creative expression and business growth. We're joining thousands of podcasts around the world this week in Podcasthon! A volunteer-run platform that encourages podcasters to dedicate one episode to a non-profit! My non-profit to celebrate (that saved my life) is Made of Millions! Please listen in and consider making a donation here: https://www.madeofmillions.com/?form=FUNPMJRBNLD
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E013: The Procrastination Myth: Reclaiming Your Creative Power
In this paradigm-shifting episode, Sarah challenges the very notion of procrastination as a personality trait and reveals why labeling yourself a "procrastinator" keeps you trapped in cycles of avoidance. Drawing from personal experience and client stories, she explains how your nervous system creates resistance to protect you from discomfort and offers practical strategies to break through these barriers. Learn why you need to create time rather than find it, how micro-decisions compound into major transformations, and why the statement "why not me?" can be your most powerful tool for creative momentum. If you've been waiting for the "perfect moment" to pursue your creative calling, this episode delivers the permission and practical wisdom to start today, exactly where you are. Get Strategy, Encouragement & Clarity in 3 Days: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E012: How Insecurities Mask Your Creative Genius and Potential
In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Sarah tackles the often unspoken relationship between body image, physical appearance, and creative expression. Drawing from her own journey with physical limitations, appearance insecurities, and society's impossible beauty standards, Sarah explores how these challenges can silently sabotage our creative and entrepreneurial potential.
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E011: Breaking Free from Imposter Syndrome: A Path to the Success You Deserve
In this transformative episode, Sarah Edwards challenges listeners to shift their perspective from constantly trying to fix perceived flaws to embracing the potential for abundance in all areas of life. Drawing from her personal journey and recurring patterns in client conversations, Sarah offers a fresh approach to navigating imposter syndrome, fear, and self-doubt.
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E010: Surviving My Worst Business Nightmare: Client Relationship Gone Wrong
In this raw and vulnerable episode, Sarah Edwards shares the deeply personal story of her most challenging client experience - one that nearly led her to shut down her business. She walks through how a seemingly positive professional relationship turned toxic, triggering a relapse of her OCD and forcing her to completely reimagine her business boundaries. Sarah offers valuable insights on recognizing red flags, protecting yourself legally and emotionally as a service provider, and emerging stronger from difficult client situations. She discusses practical solutions like implementing contracts, payment systems, and communication boundaries, while exploring the deeper lessons about self-worth, personal power, and healthy professional relationships. This episode provides essential guidance for any creative entrepreneur or service provider on maintaining boundaries while still delivering excellence to clients. The Best Creative Business Lawyer & Contracts: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyratelle/ Start Your Business in 7 Days: https://www.setapartcompany.net/7-day-creative
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E009: When You Have Nothing Left: The Hidden Power of 'Failure'
In this powerful episode, Sarah gets vulnerable about burnout, reframing "failures," and finding strength when you feel like giving up. Perfect for creative entrepreneurs who are questioning their path or feeling stuck in self-doubt. Get The Creative Strategy Audit TODAY: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit www.setapartcompany.com SAY HI on IG: @setapart_company
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E008: Start Now: Why You Haven't Missed Your Moment
In this passionate and candid episode, Sarah Edwards tackles the pervasive "did I miss the boat?" mentality that holds so many creatives back. She breaks down how social media creates a warped sense of time and success, leading to harmful comparison and self-doubt. Through personal stories and practical insights, Sarah challenges listeners to become the true authors of their own stories through intentional micro-choices. She shares her journey of breaking free from workaholic tendencies and redefining success on her own terms. Whether you're struggling with comparison, feeling behind in life, or wanting to make meaningful changes, this episode offers a fresh perspective on building your own path to success - and why it's never too late to start. Sarah also introduces her new Substack platform "Salt and Sanity" and discusses how denying certain patterns can actually create space for more joy and authenticity in both business and life. Become a free subscriber on Substack: https://setapartcompany.substack.com/
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E007: I've Never Shared This Publicly: All About Money
Recording from her sickbed (yes, really!), Sarah gets vulnerable about money, balance, and what it really takes to build a sustainable creative business. This isn't your typical polished business episode - it's a raw, honest conversation about the messiness of entrepreneurship and why "consistency over perfection" isn't just a cute Instagram quote.Oh, and Sarah opens up about a $20,000 mistake. No really. Whether you're struggling with perfectionism, feeling guilty about taking breaks or navigating your relationship with money, this episode offers a refreshingly honest perspective on what it really takes and the blindspots you REALLY don't want to miss. Connect with Sarah: Instagram: @setapart_company Email: [email protected] Website: setapartcompany.com Free Bookkeeping Template: https://www.setapartcompany.net/freebiebookkeeping Creative Audit: https://www.setapartcompany.net/creative-audit
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E006: The 10% Advantage: Confidence Redefined
In this powerful episode, Sarah shares her most important coaching revelation yet - one that completely transforms how we view our limitations, insecurities, and perceived flaws. If you've ever held yourself back thinking you're "not ready" or "not good enough," this conversation will revolutionize how you see yourself and your potential to serve others. Plus: Special offer alert! 🎁 Use code NEWYEAR for 50% off Sarah's 3-Day Creative Strategy Audit (valid through January 2025) Instagram: @setapart_company Assistant/Press/Services Email: [email protected] Website: setapartcompany.com
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E005: Navigating the Struggles of New Chapters
In this conversation, Sarah Edwards discusses the challenges and emotions that come with starting new chapters in life, particularly in entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging struggles, doing inner work, setting boundaries, and finding support systems. Throughout the discussion, she shares personal experiences and actionable steps to help listeners navigate their own journeys with authenticity and resilience. Keywords new beginnings, challenges, inner work, emotions, boundaries, support, growth, entrepreneurship, self-care, coaching, new years
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E004: Your Creativity Matters: Breaking Free from Comparison & Self-Doubt
Sarah delves into the pervasive issue of comparison among entrepreneurs and creatives. She shares her personal struggles with comparison and how it has impacted her work and self-worth. The conversation explores the emotional journey of grieving lost versions of ourselves and the importance of authenticity in a world dominated by social media. Sarah emphasizes the need for community support and the transformative power of redirecting pain into purpose, encouraging listeners to embrace their creativity and recognize their inherent worth. Keywords: comparison, grieving, social media, self-worth, creativity, entrepreneurship, authenticity, healing, community, purpose
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E003: Beyond Your Past: Choosing Who You Want to Be
In this heartfelt conversation, Sarah Edwards shares her personal journey with mental health, including her recent PTSD diagnosis. She emphasizes the importance of understanding trauma, reframing personal narratives, and advocating for oneself. The discussion highlights how past experiences shape our present but do not define us, encouraging listeners to embrace their stories and pursue their goals with authenticity and strategy. Keywords: mental health, PTSD, personal growth, trauma, self-advocacy, creativity, entrepreneurship, narrative reframing, empowerment, strategy
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E002: Embracing the Waiting: Transforming Vulnerability into Strength
In this episode of the Creative Clarity Club podcast, host Sarah Edwards dives into the often-overlooked challenges of waiting in the creative and entrepreneurial journey. Building on last week's discussion about redefining failure and success, Sarah explores the emotional vulnerability that accompanies the in-between moments—waiting for feedback, clients, sales, or growth. She emphasizes the importance of shifting your mindset during these periods, from feelings of agony and self-criticism to joy, patience, and intentionality. By reframing waiting as a time to gather insights, build layers of success, and embrace the inevitable setbacks as part of the process, Sarah encourages listeners to find peace and clarity. She shares practical tips for self-check-ins, overcoming negativity, and maintaining a focus on the bigger picture, reminding creatives that success is not only possible but also uniquely theirs, even if the path is messy and unexpected. [email protected] @setapart_company
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E001: Beyond Motivation: Why Clarity Beats Willpower
In the inaugural episode of the Creative Clarity Club podcast, host Sarah Edwards introduces herself and her mission to help creatives achieve clarity and results in their work. She discusses the controversial topic of motivation, arguing that it is unreliable and not the foundation for success. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of identity-based outcomes and clarity in achieving goals. Sarah encourages listeners to embrace results as a measure of progress and to redefine their understanding of success, focusing on actionable steps and self-discovery. Creative Clarity, Motivation, Identity-Based Outcomes, Results, Creativity, Business, Coaching, Productivity, Self-Discovery, Personal Growth
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join Sarah Edwards, a Creative Success Coach and mental health advocate, as she serves up raw conversations about transforming your creative chaos into clarity and confidence. After battling severe OCD and physical issues, Sarah discovered how to build a thriving creative business by working within her limitations rather than against them. Each episode blends practical business strategy with mental wellness insights, helping you navigate the messy middle between your creative dreams and sustainable success. Whether you're wrestling with impostor syndrome, trying to price your work, or seeking ways to show up authentically online, Sarah brings her signature mix of tough love, humor, and actionable advice to help you build a creative business that honors both your art and your wellbeing. Get ready for honest discussions about anxiety, procrastination, and what it really takes to go from "starving artist" to thriving creative entrepreneur. New episodes drop weekly for creative souls re
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