It’s been 10 years since I started Crooked Calligraphy – and I’m finally where my 2015 self always dreamed I’d be. I have a steady $200K a year business, 3-day workweek, and I’m more at peace than I ever have been.

But the truth is, that peace has come from a lot of resilience, faith in myself, and ability to ride the waves (and it’s been *quite* a ride). And there are still times I have doubts and have to sit in uncomfortable situations – but at least I get to do it on my own terms.

Join me this episode as I share:

• The hard truths about owning a business, and why even if it’s your “passion” it’s not always going to bring you “joy”
• Why its necessary to give yourself time to settle in and calm the nerves
• The importance of your business not being your everything, and learning what your “enough” number
• How after even 10 years, things can still be unpredictable – and that’s ok

It’s important to realize that starting a business won’t solve all your problems or make them go away. Rather, it will allow you to look at your problems more truthfully and take the responsibility upon yourself to try and solve them (and no one else).

And if you’re wanting to take the leap and see where calligraphy can take you, I’m hosting 2 free live trainings March 25th & 26th, 2025 on Confident Calligraphy Style that will teach you how to create a standout style and land big corporate clients. Sign up RIGHT HERE!

Episodes I referred to in this week's podcast:

• S1 E10 Getting Corporate Calligraphy Clients
• S1 E88 How to Start a Calligraphy Business (Getting Customers)
• S1 E118 High Paying Calligraphy Skills

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• “How to Become a Calligraphy Pro” Educational Workshop

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