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Thrive By Design: Business and Marketing Strategy for Fashion, Jewelry and Creative Brands

I’m your host, Tracy Matthews, Chief Visionary Officer of Flourish & Thrive Academy. After 20+ years in the jewelry industry, I believe you deserve to make money doing what you love, without spending every waking minute doing it. I’ve built two jewelry businesses: one that totally flopped after years of stress and burnout, and then one that I built around MY desired lifestyle, which is still thriving to this day. Both were fueled by equal passion and dedication. The only difference is that I realized your business should be built around your lifestyle, not the other way around. I founded Flourish & Thrive Academy because it’s my mission to help independent jewelry designers and handmade product makers like you build a business that THRIVES in today’s market and aligns with what YOU want. Every week, I’m dedicated to demystifying the secrets of the jewelry industry and teaching you tips and strategies that are working now, so you don’t have to learn the hard way, like I did. My Desired Brand Effect Methodology has helped thousands of jewelry designers and makers build and scale businesses that create financial freedom in their lives. Building a business is a marathon, not a sprint, and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m so happy to be on this journey with you. You can subscribe to the show here and watch every episode on YouTube here. Follow us on Instagram @flourish_thrive or slide into my DMs @tracymatthewsny. Visit flourishthriveacademy.com to learn more about our mission and our high-level coaching programs for dedicated business owners, Laying The Foundation and Momentum. And if you want to learn more about The Desired Brand Effect, I wrote a whole book about it! Read the first chapter for free here. Welcome to the #ThriveTribe, m’dear. I’m always dropping new resources, masterclasses, and opportunities for independent makers, so stay tuned!
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Now displaying: April, 2020
Apr 27, 2020

In times of financial uncertainty and online-only shopping, jewelry can still thrive.

Merging creative marketing solutions with the adaptation of online retail, independent jewelry designers who once relied on in-store sales are able to both stay afloat financially and nurture customer relationships.

Mallory Shelter, Joyia Jones, and Nichole Gariepy are all great examples of jewelry designers who’ve done just that. 

Each designer has had to close down their retail shops during this time of social distancing, but they’ve all come up with creative strategies for staying in business and keeping customers engaged. 

Apr 20, 2020

Nothing makes me happier than seeing a jewelry designer move from a place of uncertainty to a place of power.

Meet Dr. Sarah McAleer, a jeweler and long-time member of the F&TA community who designs jewelry for strong-minded women and their families. 

Sarah faced some pretty intense conflict during the transition into life under COVID-19 restrictions.

I think you’ll be inspired by what she has to say, especially if you’re struggling with some very real fears right now.

Apr 13, 2020

I want to tell you something: it’s OKAY if you’re feeling overwhelmed right now.

 

We’re creatives - we excel at thinking outside the box and finding ways to keep designing and inspiring, no matter what.

 

You’re in good company.

 

Today, I want to highlight just a few examples of effective strategies designers are using to move their sales online and spread positivity at the same time.

Apr 6, 2020

It’s time for you to show up for your business without worrying about what the external world thinks.

 

That’s what Susie Moore is all about! She’s a life coach, author, and good friend of mine. And she came on the podcast to talk about CONFIDENCE.

 

Susie’s been obsessed with mastering the confidence game since she was a kid. Now, she’s a confidence coach who helps people pursue success and live a life they love.

 

She’s got tons of valuable insight on how to shake off your need for approval and manifest success in a way that’s true to your vision...

 

Apr 1, 2020

Breaking news: double-sided tape is about to rock your world.

 

At least, that’s what happened to me when I sat down with Corkie Bolton for a second round of podcasting!

 

Last time, she shared her story about founding Metalsmith Society, a community for jewelers to come together and share tips and tricks for working on the bench and improving your jewelry-making process!

 

This time, she’s sharing 7 of her favorite jeweler life hacks that she’s picked up over the years.

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