#11: In this episode of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with brand strategist and agency founder Sara Chambers, founder and CEO of Elly & Nora Creative, host of the Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast and community, and author of Do It Fat.

Sara shares the real story behind building a six-figure creative agency, stepping fully into visibility as an entrepreneur, and why so many women delay their biggest ambitions. From launching her business after getting laid off on Halloween to creating her own conference and writing a bold, vulnerable book, Sara breaks down what it actually takes to build a brand—and a life—that stands out.

You’ll hear how strategy drives creativity, why most businesses struggle to differentiate themselves, and why personal growth is the real engine behind business success.

In This Episode

• The real story behind Sara launching her creative agency after being laid off
• Why creativity should be rooted in strategy (not just intuition)
• The biggest lessons from difficult client experiences
• How networking and community fuel long-term business growth
• Why building visibility is critical for entrepreneurs
• The story behind launching the Chicks Who Give a Hoot conference
• Sara’s process for helping brands uncover what truly makes them different
• The vulnerable journey that led to writing her book Do It Fat
• Why women often delay their biggest ambitions because of body insecurity
• The connection between personal development and business success

If you’re a creative entrepreneur, agency owner, author, or anyone building something meaningful, this conversation is packed with honest insight and actionable perspective.

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