19. Goodbye 2021 (A Mini-Episode)

Holiday burnout is real! So it’s important to practice self-care during the busy season. In today’s episode co-hosts JayJay and Amber chat about how they prioritize self-care during the holidays. They also talk about how the holidays look and feel different for those that may be experiencing grief and loss. 

What we talked about: 

• Self-care for the entrepreneur and creative 
• Self-care for the grieving 
• Giving yourself intentional space and time 
• Surrounding yourself with additional friends and family 
• Giving yourself permission to have good and bad moments 
• Being okay with winding down the year instead of trying to squeeze in more tasks

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Check out Amber’s recent Instagram Posts 
• Episode # 38 - Instagram Isn’t Fun Anymore 
• Episode # 41 - Setting Boundaries 
• Episode # 45 - Busy Holiday Schedules 
• Episode # 46 - Holiday Gift Giving 
• Grab Amber’s planner or journal 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 

• Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Do you send holiday gifts or cards to people you’ve worked with throughout the year? As the year begins to wind down, sending holiday cards, gifts, and/or treats to businesses you’ve worked with can be a great way to show appreciation for the professional relationship. 

In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Tyler sat down to chat about why they send gifts to people they’ve worked with. Tune in to hear them discuss the benefits of gift-giving and suggestions for the type of gifts to give. 

What we talked about: 

• Why we give gifts to people we’ve worked with 
• How to make gift giving simpler 
• How we curate our holiday gifts 
• The benefits of gift giving 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• The Growing Candle 
• Handwrytten 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 
• Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

The holiday season is a busy time and navigating through it can be overwhelming. In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Kendra sat down to talk about their plans to get through the busy holiday season with a little less stress.

Tune in to hear their past struggles and tips they plan on implementing this year to make the holiday season a smoother one. 

What we talked about: 

• How we’ve handled the holiday season in the past
• How we want to manage our holiday schedules this year 
• Learning how to manage and protect our time this season 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode #43 - Our Favorite Spots in Vegas For Creatives 
• Book - The 80/20 Principle  
• Episode #34 - Navigating Through Career Changes  
• Episode #41 - Setting Boundaries 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 
• Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

Having confidence as a creative entrepreneur is important. But we know that confidence isn’t always easy, especially when starting something new. 

In today’s episode co-hosts, JayJay, Amber, and Tyler chat about their thoughts about maintaining confidence as a creative entrepreneur. Tune in to hear about the areas they’ve struggled with and how they continue to push themselves outside of their comfort zone to build their confidence. 

What we talked about: 

• How having a business has changed our lives 
• Our struggles with confidence 
• What things impact our confidence
• How we measure our confidence levels 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 
• Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner 
• Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles   

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

One of the benefits of being a creative entrepreneur is being able to work remotely. We love finding great spaces to work, meet up, and even have photo shoots. 

In today’s episode, co-hosts Kendra and Amber chat about their favorite spots in Las Vegas for creatives. Tune in to hear what they look for when scouting a good location and where they go when they need creative inspiration. 

What we talked about: 

• Locations that we work best in 
• Why we love the Downtown Las Vegas area 
• Exploring your local bookstores and libraries 

Locations mentioned in this episode:

• Vesta Coffee Roasters 
• Gabi Coffee Shop
• Downtown Fergerson
• Mothership Coffee - Downtown 
• Peyote   
• Market in the Alley 
• PublicUs 
• Good Morning Kitchen 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Ambers's journal on Amazon 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy
• Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Being consistent is something that we’ve all struggled with. It’s a habit that has to be learned and practiced. 

In today’s episode, co-hosts Kendra, JayJay, and Tyler sat down to chat about what consistency means to them. Tune in to hear them discuss how they’ve applied the habit to their lives and why social media shouldn’t be our only focus when it comes to consistency.  

What we talked about: 

• Consistency doesn’t just apply to social media 
• Setting the rules and training your audience on what to expect from you 
• Focusing more on building healthy habits 
• Remembering that we change and don’t have to stick to something for the sake of being consistent 
• Habit stacking 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Fun Lovin Camera - Wedding Photography 
• Kendra’s blog post about habit stacking 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 

• Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles 

• Follow Kendra on Instagram @kendrajayy

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast

Setting boundaries in your personal and professional life is necessary, but it’s also a skill that takes continual practice. In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Tyler chat about their struggles and successes with setting boundaries. Tune in to hear them discuss how they identify boundaries that need to be set in their lives and how they’ve learned to enforce them. 

What we talked about: 

• Setting boundaries with co-workers versus loved ones 
• Learning the difference between being “mean” and setting a boundary
• Understanding that setting and enforcing boundaries is a skill that has to be practiced
• Learning how to identify boundaries that are needed in your life  

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab
• Author Nedra Glover Tawwab on Instagram 
• Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 
• Follow Tyler on Instagram @thriftsandtangles 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

Starting a business is an exciting accomplishment! But it’s also full of unknowns.

In today’s episode, co-hosts JayJay and Brittany chat about what they wish they would have known before becoming business owners. Tune in to hear them discuss the lessons they’ve learned and the tips they have for other female business owners. 

What we talked about: 

• What it was like for us to go full time in our businesses. 
• The mental and emotional challenges of starting a business. 
• “This is a game of endurance, you just have to stick it out.”
• Stepping into the role of CEO. 
• Learning about business finances. 
• Setting internal business goals. 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Brittany’s Venue & Vendor Directory 
• Profit First by Mike Michalowicz  
• QuickBooks 
• The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks  
• Episode #30 - Our Favorite Business Books

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 
• Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.

When was the last time you checked in with yourself? Do you know what you need in the current season you’re in? In today’s episode co-hosts JayJay and Amber answer those questions and more. Tune in to hear them chat about how they recognize and understand their current needs. 

What we talked about: 

• What we need as women. 
• What we need as creatives. 
• What we need as entrepreneurs. 
• What we need from our community. 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Amber’s YouTube Video - Big Chop on Damaged Natural Hair 
• Episode #24 - Are You in an Instagram Rut Too

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 

• Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast. 

Instagram has changed a lot over these last few years. Some changes have improved the user experience. But lately, things have felt different on the app. 

In today’s episode, JayJay, Amber, and Brittany chat about their feelings towards Instagram and how they have adjusted their app usage. They also share their thoughts on shifting their business marketing strategies so it’s less dependent on creating Instagram content. 

What we talked about: 

• Our frustration with Instagram 
• Not having control over the type of content we’re shown 
• How the interaction on the platform has changed 
• Instagram usage as a business owner 
• Learning the online behaviors of our ideal client

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Shop Amber’s Etsy Store 
• Episode #24 - Are You in an Instagram Rut Too? 

Today’s Hosts: 

• Follow JayJay on Instagram @withjaybraggs 

• Follow Amber on Instagram @curly_corner 
• Follow Brittany on Instagram @britt.kirkland 

Final Thoughts: 

• Join our Patreon 

• Join The Orange Collab Community on Facebook 

• Connect with us online at www.theorangecollab.com 
• Don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.