Curated Collective Podcast

Season 3 Episode 1 - Hey there, welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast! 🎙✨ In this episode I answer all your questions. From where to find clients, to how to get started as a designer and how to manage your day! I hope you find this episode helpful if you are an aspiring graphic designer. Questions? Drop them below and I will do my best to answer!Want to learn more about YouTube, design business, and more! Join the graphic design community here: https://patreon.com/curatedcollectiveco

Episode 23 - Hey there, welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast! 🎙✨ In this episode I share the 5 steps I take to prepare for taking time off without slowing down my graphic design business. From how to automate tasks, to how I prepare content and how I make a return plan. I go over it all with you and how I am able to relax and shut my computer knowing my business is still running. Want to learn more about YouTube, design business, and more! Join the graphic design community here: https://patreon.com/curatedcollectiveco Listen and FOLLOW the podcast on Spotify: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hlfa6DDvmOb 0:00 welcome :) 1:36 set up your systems 5:40 prepare content ahead of time 10:30 delegate tasks 13:16 time off is a biz strategy 14:45 create a return plan 18:20 thank you :)

Episode 22 - Hey there, welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast! 🎙✨ In this episode, Megan Weeks is diving into her journey of self-improvement and leveling up her graphic design business! She’s sharing 7 ways she’s working on both personal growth and business upgrades — because, as every solopreneur knows, the two go hand in hand! From setting clear goals to exploring new creative techniques, these changes are all about making next year the best one yet. Whether you’re a designer or a small business owner, you’ll find plenty of inspo here! 0:00 welcome :)  1:15 some honest truth 3:15 what we see online is not always true 6:40 my 2 biggest values 9:18 self care task 1 10:55 self care task 2 14:14 self care task 3 16 50: self care task 4 20:07 self care task 5 22:32 self care task 6 24:49 self care task 7 26:02 thank you :) 

Episode 21 - Hey there, welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast! 🎙✨ In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of copywriting with the amazing Naomi from Glas House Media. We’re chatting about why EVERY website designer should have a copywriter on their team and how it can totally transform your site (hello, more leads and conversions! 🙌). Whether you’re a designer or just looking to level up your website game, this convo is packed with gems you won’t want to miss. ✨ GET THIS FREEBIE ✨ Anatomy of GOOD Copywriting: https://mwdc.myflodesk.com/copywriting Hit play, grab a coffee, and let’s get into it! Want to learn more about YouTube, marketing or my editing style?! Join the graphic design community here: https://patreon.com/curatedcollectiveco

Welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast. In this episode I talk all things YouTube! This is one of my favorite platforms to be on and over the few years it has been so fun to grow it more and connect with you all. If you want to learn more about how I grow my account to over 500+ new subscribers every week, then this is the video for you!

Episode 19 - Welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast. In this episode I share all things I did within my launch strategy that led to my graphic design communities growth! Within 2 weeks I was able to grow my community way past my goal and it has been SO FUN to connect with other designers and help others along their journey! Join the graphic design community here: https://patreon.com/curatedcollectiveco Or feel free to skip to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 welcome :) 1:40 what is the community 2:20 what I would've done different 6:20 send a survey to your audience 8:50 brainstorm your best fit student 11:11 discover their tipping point 12:35 what makes your offer better 16:00 missed opportunities 17:00 share the benefits 19:05 unique selling points 20:10 unique method 22:23 sense of urgency 24:20 did I reach my goals? 27:00 thank you!

Episode 18 - Welcome back to the Curated Collective Co. podcast. In this episode I share all the updated things I have learned about Instagram when it comes to growing, monetizing and landing clients! From the content, the bio, the marketing tactics and more! I go over it all in this episode. I hope you all enjoy!

Episode 17 - In this episode I answer all the questions I got about my new graphic design community, Curated Collective Co. Community! From how much it costs to what is inside and the long term goals. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to reach out. Doors open August 14th and you join here: https://curatedcollectiveco.com/pages/the-community Or feel free to skip to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 welcome :) 1:28 the long term goals 3:45 the tiers 5:00 pricing 6:30 the blueprint 8:20 do we get 1 on 1 feedback? 10:00 is this for beginners? 12:03 founding members 13:35 figma nad shopify tutorials? 14:40 practice files? 15:25 courses vs. community 19:30 sneak peek of chat rooms 21:41 how to search for beginner videos 23:45 how to join 24:30 thank you and next steps!

In this video I share with you how email marketing made me $25k as a graphic designer. From how I use it in my business, which tool I use to send and create workflows, my exact funnel and strategy and more! If you are not doing email marketing yet, you definitely should be! If you want to learn more about graphic design or email marketing feel free to skip ahead to any of these parts: 0:00 welcome :) 0:17 why email marketing is powerful 2:40 interesting data 4:45 how to get subscribers 5:00 my funnel system 7:14 my flodesk email setup 8:24 segments and workflows 8:54 where my emails take subscribers 9:30 marketing tip 10:40 the email platforms 10:57 honest thoughts on flodesk 12:40 speak directly 15:30 subject lines 17:25 what I learn from my launch strategist 23:20 next steps :)

In this video, I'll be sharing my top tips and strategies for staying productive as a graphic designer. From managing tight deadlines to maintaining creative inspiration, I'll cover everything you need to know to boost your productivity and have balance in your life. Whether you're a freelance graphic designer, working in a design studio, or just starting out, these tips will help you stay organized and motivated. Also, let's talk about not shaming ourselves if we don't get everything done - we are all human!! 0:00 podcast episode 15 :) 1:44 simplify business model 4:56 automate and delegate 9:45 zero shame policy! 14:32 time and task blocking 17:00 final thoughts 18:15 thank you!

Ep 14 - In this episode I share with the life lessons from my 20's because I turned 30 this week! I go into things I learned about business, relationships, money, health and wellness. I am so excited to turn 30 and enter into a new decade truly knowing who I am and what I am working towards. Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 30th birthday 0:20 focus on internal health first 1:40 let go of what you cannot control 6:13 it's not that serious 12:00 spending money wisely 15:45 everyone's just figuring it out 17:48 saying "no" is powerful 21:40 forgive others to move forward 24:42 schedule time for yourself 25:30 choose friends wisely 30:27 life moves fast, moments are precious

In this episode I introduce the new podcast name, Curated Collective, I am so excited to share more about this branch of my business that I have been working on! I am currently working away building a graphic design community and resource hub for you all. Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 new podcast name! 0:12 introducing myself 2:42 what is curated collective co. 3:45 what to expect 4:50 why the name? 6:35 how this is different 7:20 when is the launch date?! 7:30 sneak peak into community 9:00 what the community will offer 12:50 the changes you will see! 13:38 thank you :)

Ep 12 - In this episode I talk all about how to find peace when life gets chaotic. Whether it is friendships, relationships, sickness, health or work getting in the way, it is important to find peace amongst it all. Without chaos and disappointments, we wouldn't have the excitement or things to look forward too. April taught me to view the glass half full even though there was a few days that I felt really down. I wanted to feel my healthiest again, I wanted to dive back into work and hangout with friends, however, the universe kept reminding me to slow down and stop trying to do it all. 0:00 welcome! 0:50 feeling disconnected 2:26 feeling guilty for feeling negative 4:30 my april chaos 8:32 being too hard on myself 9:40 adult friendships and FOMO15:30 health is wealth17:00 putting health before work19:00 how to actually put yourself first24:42 how I am choosing peace over chaos 29:02 money and materialism 31:38 finding overall peace in my business33:22 thank you for listening to me :)

Ep 11 - Let's talk about all the tips and tricks I do to get out of a creative rut in this episode! In this episode I will dive into 4 different things I do to help me get those creative juices flowing and to help me feel inspired to create beautiful branding projects. If you feel stuck on your creative journey then this episode is for you! If you enjoy this episode or if any of the things I mentioned helped you please comment, like and subscribe! Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 welcome! 2:14 create themes around logos 4:52 draw before designing 6:43 step outside your cave 9:30 passion projects 11:54 final thoughts

In this episode I have special guest, Shay Frago, a holistic hormone health coach! We talk about all things business and how slowing down is important for speeding up! When you are aware of your hormones and your health everything else falls into place. When I went on a journey to discover my menstrual cycle and how to balance everything, I noticed that I was able to do more in my business. I had more energy and I was able to honor my body during the different phases of my cycle. Hope you enjoy this chat all about hormones and entrepreneurship! Tempdrop wearable BBT thermometer I mentioned: https://tempdrop.refr.cc/contact Saalt (Eco-friendly sustainable period products): https://saalt.com/?aff=207use code SHAYFRAGO for a discount Probiotics: Seed or Organic Olivia Lunar Sync supplements, catered towards key minerals, vitamins, and herbs to support each phase: https://drsaris.com/ Use code VIDA20 https://www.instagram.com/shayfrago/ https://www.instagram.com/flirtyfertileandthriving/

Ep 09 - In this episode I have special guest, Andria Vetick on to share her journey into graphic design! She not only went to college for design but has taken a few of my courses. Andria's story is so inspiring as she shares when she first got inspired to design. We also discuss the ways new clients can be found and how being prepared with a good process is ideal for onboarding freelancing clients. I hope you enjoyed this episode and feel motivated to also take your design passion to the next level! Go give Andria a follow here: https://www.instagram.com/andriavdesign/ Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 welcome 1:33 current client projects 3:15 meet Andria 8:59 college for graphic design 10:37 how to get started as a designer 13:28 how to balance 9-5 and design biz 19:50 landing client success story 12:40 social media for clients 25:05 hardest thing as a designer now 32:47 where to connect 33:10 thank you! // TAKE MY COURSES // https://meganweeksdesignco.com/education/ GUIDE TO: LANDING GRAPHIC DESIGN CLIENTS This course has 5 video led modules, a downloadable e-book and you will be able to join my community as well 💕 https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/guide-to-landing-graphic-design-clients ✨ WordPress Website Design Course ✨ https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/wordpress-website-design-course ✨ Custom Branding Process Course ✨ https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/custom-branding-process/ NOW OFFERING BRAND + WEB DESIGN COURSES IN A BUNDLE 💥 https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/bundles/branding-and-wordpress-web-design DUBSADO DECODED (Project Management for Creatives) https://meganweeksdesignco.thinkific.com/courses/dubsado-decoded

Ep 08 - Discover the reality and hard truth about running a creative business in our episode, "6 Hard Truths About Being a Creative Business Owner." We're diving into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to make it as a business owner. From managing finances to the loneliness of entrepreneurship, I am laying it all out so you can thrive as a creative entrepreneur. This video is your guide to navigating the ups and downs of running your own creative business. Hope you enjoy this episode with straightforward advice and real talk about what it really means to be a creative boss. Feel free to jump ahead to any of these parts of the video: 0:00 let's make coffee 2:50 hard truth 1 7:57 hard truth 2 10:12 hard truth 3 14:21 hard truth 4 17:52 hard truth 5 22:25 hard truth 6

Ep 7 - Being a freelancer or graphic designer can mean freedom, but it also comes with managing your own taxes and that can get tricky. Don't worry! This podcast episode breaks down everything you need to know about taxes for freelance graphic designers in plain, simple terms with CPA and small business accountant, Jackie Easterday! In this video, Jackie goes over: S-Corp vs. LLC Keeping track of deductions and write offs Quarterly tax payments vs yearly Quick tips for organizing your finances If you're a freelancer looking to navigate tax season stress-free, this video is for you! Feel free to skip ahead to any of these parts: 0:00 welcome! 1:35 meet Jackie 5:11 what to look for in a CPA 6:15 LLC or S-Corp? 12:20 separating business and personal expenses 16:28 bank account set up 20:12 how much should you save? 22:12 how to pay yourself? 23:52 quarterly vs. yearly taxes 27:00 how to pay for taxes? 28:48 best way to save receipts 31:28 write off's 34:55 what to keep in mind for tax season 38:00 next steps 40:45 conclusion Check out Jackie's site and grab her helpful resources: https://easterdaygroup.com/

Join me as I uncover the top five reasons why being a graphic designer is not just a job, but a lifestyle filled with creativity, innovation, and fulfillment. From the endless opportunities for self-expression to the thrill of bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling, I'll showcase the diverse aspects that make this career truly extraordinary. Whether you're a seasoned designer or aspiring to embark on this exciting journey, tune in to discover why graphic design isn't just a profession—it's a love affair with imagination, design, and endless possibility. So grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired by the artistry and joy that comes with being a graphic designer.https://www.instagram.com/meganweeksdesign/

In this episode, join us as we dive into the world of social media and uncover the latest strategies to propel your online presence to new heights in 2024. With the evolving algorithms and trends, staying ahead of the game is crucial for anyone looking to make a mark on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and more.Our expert guest Maddie Swalcy will share insider tips on content creation, engagement tactics, and leveraging features to captivate your audience. Learn the dos and don'ts of building a genuine online community, mastering the art of storytelling, and utilizing analytics to refine your approach.Follow Maddie here: https://www.instagram.com/maddieswalcy/https://www.instagram.com/meganweeksdesign/

In this episode of Wine and Design with Megan Weeks, join me as I dive into the challenging yet crucial topic of dealing with difficult graphic design clients. From communication strategies to setting boundaries, I will share my experiences and expertise to empower you in turning client challenges into opportunities for growth. Not only that but I guide you as to when it may be time to walk away from the project. I hope this helps! https://www.instagram.com/meganweeksdesign/

In this episode I dive deep into answering all your questions about graphic design business, money, client process, daily routine and time management! https://www.instagram.com/meganweeksdesign/

Ready to turn your 2024 dreams into reality? This episode is your no-BS guide to crushing your goals, with my proven strategies and actionable plans. I also dive deep into my graphic design career goals, my financial goals, relationship goals and more! We get personal in this one as I share some weaknesses of mine! If you are looking for some motivation to achieve your 2024 goals or just want to help creating an action plan to make new year goals actually happen, then this is the episode for you!https://www.instagram.com/meganweeksdesign/

In this episode, I will share with you all the story of how I became a graphic design business owner. It was not an overnight idea or luck, it was hard work and lots of planning for years! My hope is to inspire you to take the leap in designing if you feel the desire and to shed light on the ups and downs that came happen as you discover the right path for you. https://www.instagram.com/meganweeksdesign/