• 5 | 10 Engaging Prompts to Captivate Your Audience and Master Face-to-Camera Content
    Oct 4 2024

    Mastering the Art of Face-to-Camera: A 30-Day Social Media Challenge

    This episode introduces the 'No Matter What Social Media Challenge', encouraging a daily commitment to recording and posting videos to build a stronger online presence. Michal shares personal experiences and a detailed 8-step habit installation protocol to help listeners establish this habit effectively. Listeners are provided with mindset shifts, 10 content prompts, and practical training to ease them into this transformational journey, ultimately emphasizing the importance of relationships and human connections in business.

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    42 mins
  • 4 | 7 Mindset Shifts that will Transform Your Business Journey
    Sep 9 2024

    Learn more about Creative Business Accelerator: https://creativebusinessaccelerator.my.canva.site/

    Today we’re uncovering 7 impactful mindset shifts crucial for sustainable success in creative entrepreneurship. Drawing from personal experiences and offering practical advice, I cover topics like creating momentum, consistency, seeking support, handling feedback, and the significance of putting out work consistently.

    Also: why facing one's fears is essential for growth.

    Enjoy!

    00:00 Introduction to the Creative Freedom Plan

    00:49 Episode Overview and Sponsor Announcement

    02:17 Mindset Shift #1: You Create Your Business's Momentum

    06:42 Mindset Shift #2: Breakthrough After Breakdown

    11:21 Mindset Shift #3: Courage in Asking for Support

    14:01 Mindset Shift #4: Qualified Sources of Feedback

    18:47 Mindset Shift #5: Great Art is Done, Not Perfect

    22:32 Mindset Shift #6: The Cave You Fear to Enter

    30:12 Mindset Shift #7: Create Content You Love

    35:24 Conclusion and Recap

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    37 mins
  • 3 | Kimberly Dunn - How She Went from Struggling People-Pleaser to Confident Entrepreneur & Mindset Coach
    Sep 9 2024

    Empowering Creative Entrepreneurs | Interview with Kimberly Dunn

    This episode offers valuable insights for new and aspiring creative entrepreneurs looking to transform their own lives and businesses. Tune in to hear about Kimberly's unique approach to entrepreneurship and the impact it's making on her clients' lives.

    00:00 Introduction to the Creative Freedom Plan

    00:41 Meet Kimberly Dunn: Horsemanship and Mindset Coach

    01:59 Kimberly's Journey: From Black Sheep to Expert

    03:38 The Entrepreneurial Mindset

    06:12 Kimberly's Early Experiences with Horses

    07:04 Discovering a New Path During COVID

    09:52 The Enlightened Equestrian Program

    13:42 Challenges and Growth in Horsemanship

    18:45 The Importance of Mindset in Horsemanship

    20:03 A New Beginning: Western Riding and Coaching

    26:19 Balancing Work and Personal Life

    30:01 Realizing the Need for Change 30:39

    The Turning Point: A Life-Changing Clinic

    31:12 Inspiration from a Fellow Traveler

    32:03 Taking the Leap: Asking for a Job

    32:41 The Decision to Travel and Work Abroad

    33:19 Incorporating New Learnings into Teaching

    33:51 Tools for Nervous System and Emotional Regulation

    36:29 Understanding Horse and Rider Dynamics

    39:19 Entrepreneurship and Personal Goals

    43:24 Content Strategy and Social Media Insights

    51:50 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

    58:05 Conclusion and Contact Information

    Connect with Kim 👇🏼❣️

    Website - www.Idyllwildhorsemanship.com

    Podcast- https://open.spotify.com/show/6zgnkQx53c6Mi8qBZMuxcy?si=nnhdUgaaQd-iaA2keFZchw

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehorsemanshipandmindsetcoach?igsh=azF6Y3c1eW5tOTB2&utm_source=qr

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 2 | Story is Your Greatest Asset: Use These 12 Steps to Master Storytelling & Bring Insane Value to Your Audience
    Jul 16 2024

    Mastering Storytelling: The Hero's Journey Framework Explained

    In the 2nd episode of the Creative Freedom Plan podcast, we dive deep into the profound art of storytelling and its crucial role in building a strong connection with your audience. We explore the Hero's Journey framework, popularized by Joseph Campbell, detailing its 12 essential steps with examples from my personal journey. Whether your story is one of adventure, personal development, or any other niche, this framework will help you craft compelling narratives that resonate deeply with your followers. Join us as we unpack how to harness the power of storytelling to expand your influence and grow your brand.

    00:00 Welcome to the Show

    00:45 The Power of Storytelling

    04:41 Understanding the Hero's Journey

    05:52 Reflecting on Your Own Story

    07:01 Diving into the 12 Steps

    07:55 Step 1: The Ordinary World

    08:33 Step 2: The Call to Adventure

    09:13 Step 3: Refusal of the Call

    09:41 Step 4: Meeting the Mentor

    10:04 Step 5: Crossing the First Threshold

    10:44 Step 6: Tests, Allies, and Enemies

    11:46 Step 7: Approach to the Inmost Cave

    12:40 Step 8: The Ordeal

    13:33 Step 9: The Reward

    14:17 Step 10: The Road Back

    15:20 Step 11: The Resurrection

    16:18 Step 12: Return with the Elixir

    18:30 Applying the Hero's Journey to Your Life

    19:21 Personal Reflections and Examples from My Story

    50:19 Conclusion and Next Steps

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    52 mins
  • 1 | Your Roadmap to Success in Creative Entrepreneurship: The 3 Milestones You Must Complete
    Jul 8 2024

    Start Your Creative Freedom Journey: A Roadmap to Full-Time Entrepreneurship

    Welcome to the first episode of the Creative Freedom Plan podcast with Michal Emily Schuster! In this debut episode, Michal shares her roadmap to creative entrepreneurship, discussing the three key milestones to achieving financial freedom as a full-time online creator. Learn about creating consistent, valuable content, monetizing through Patreon, and mastering marketing and storytelling. Join us on this exciting journey to turning your passion into a thriving online business, and discover actionable steps to kickstart your creative journey today!

    00:00 Welcome to the Creative Freedom Plan

    00:41 Episode 1: The Journey Begins

    01:45 Three Major Milestones to Success

    02:30 Milestone 1: Creating Consistent Content

    03:14 Milestone 2: Monetizing Through Patreon

    04:15 Milestone 3: Mastering Marketing and Communication

    07:00 The Importance of Authenticity in Content

    19:44 Educational Content: Sharing Your Wisdom

    24:42 Inspirational Content: Bravery and Courage

    30:36 Building Your Online Community

    40:36 Marketing and Storytelling Strategies

    44:04 Homework and Next Steps

    48:07 Recap and Conclusion

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    49 mins
  • Teaser Trailer
    Jun 25 2024

    Introduction to the Creative Freedom Plan!

    In the premiere episode of the Creative Freedom Plan podcast, host Michal Emily Schuster introduces the show and herself. Michal shares her journey from college graduate to successful creative entrepreneur, detailing how she transitioned to a life of financial and personal freedom.

    She outlines the four main topics the podcast will cover:

    1. Social media marketing strategy
    2. Creative business growth training
    3. Personal branding
    4. Mindset development

    Michal also offers a free gift for loyal listeners: a 4-week step-by-step checklist for monetizing your creative online business and launching a successful Patreon membership. Join Michal as she prepares to share invaluable insights and actionable tips to help you build and grow your creative business.

    00:00 Welcome to the Creative Freedom Plan

    01:06 Introduction to Michal Emily Schuster

    01:56 Podcast Topics Overview

    02:05 Social Media Marketing Strategy

    03:34 Creative Business Growth Trainings

    04:05 Personal Branding Resources

    05:24 Mindset Development for Self-Mastery

    07:18 Michal's Personal Journey

    14:56 Free Gift for Listeners

    17:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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    18 mins