

The Tillage Podcast
Shirlee Fisher
The Tillage Podcast is a space I've created to help you gain clarity on your creative journey. Being a creative entrepreneur comes with its ups and downs, and sometimes it can feel like you're all on your own. I’m passionate about digging deep with you, asking the tough questions, and encouraging action that transforms your creative business and life into something you truly love. In each guest episode, you’ll hear from fellow artists who have shifted their mindsets on their path to success and gain actionable advice and strategies to move forward with purpose. Thanks for listening! 🧡🌿
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Jul 30, 2024 • 46min
97: Mindful Goal-Setting for The Ambitious with Caroline Zook of WAIM Unlimited
In this episode Caroline Zook, co-founder of coaching program, WAIM Unlimited, and teaching platform software, Teachery, shares her personal journey and insights on setting mindful goals that foster growth while also keeping mental health in mind.
Discover how to listen to your inner voice to determine if your drive is rooted in self-love or fear, and learn practical tips for creating a system to protect yourself from striving too hard. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to thrive in their personal and professional life without sacrificing their peace and balance.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 27min
96: Discovering Microjoys: How Small Moments of Happiness Can Impact Your Creative Practice
In this episode, I explore the concept of "microjoys"—those small, often overlooked moments of happiness that can significantly enhance our daily lives.
Inspired by Cyndie Spiegel's book "Microjoys: Finding Hope, Especially When Life Is Not Okay," I share how these tiny joys can brighten your week and fuel your creative practice. By noticing and appreciating these simple pleasures, we can cultivate a more positive outlook and find inspiration in the everyday.
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Jul 16, 2024 • 40min
95: Balancing Art and Authenticity with Miriam Schulman
In this episode, Miriam Schulman, a celebrated artist, coach, and author, offers invaluable insights on breaking free from limiting beliefs, connecting authentically with your audience, and embracing your unique qualities. Miriam shares practical steps to combat fears and build meaningful connections, emphasizing the power of authenticity and personal storytelling.
Join us for an inspiring conversation that will empower you to unlock your full creative potential and lead with authenticity in your artistic journey.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 32min
94: How Inner Healing Helps You Reach Your Full Potential
In this episode, we explore the vital connection between inner healing and business growth. Discover how addressing your personal challenges, inner critic, and past traumas can clear the way for substantial growth and success in your entrepreneurial endeavors. Lastly, implement practical tools for overcoming limiting beliefs and past negative experiences that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 39min
93: Hiring & Knowing and Communicating Your Needs with Angie Classen
In this episode, Angie Classen, an expert in small business hiring and management, delves into the common signs that it's time to expand your team and the transformative effects of doing so. She offers practical advice on how to move past the fear of delegation and effectively hire to amplify your business's potential.
Tune in to discover how to break free from the limitations of going it alone and embrace the opportunities that come with building a collaborative team.
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Jun 25, 2024 • 24min
92:The Impact of Affirmation on Community and Yourself
In this episode, I cover the significant impacts of affirmation on personal achievement and community building. Discover how simple acts of encouragement can lead to substantial growth and success in your personal and professional life.
"We rise by lifting others."-Robert Ingersoll
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Jun 18, 2024 • 46min
91: The Power of Showing Up & Taking Risks with Nicole Stevenson of Dear Handmade Life
In this inspiring episode, Nicole Stevenson of Dear Handmade Life, shares her story of transitioning from selling her artwork on the streets of Venice Beach to managing a multifaceted creative business. Nicole shares her experiences of taking risks, the challenges of showing up day after day, and the invaluable lessons learned from both failures and successes. This empowering discussion is sure to be inspiring for your journey.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 28min
90: “Let It Be Easy”: Release Perfectionism & Rewire Limiting Beliefs
In this episode, I explore the transformative power of letting go of perfectionism and embracing ease in creativity and business. I discuss how perfectionism stifles innovation and how embracing the mantra "let it be easy" can lead to more impactful and meaningful work. Join me as I deconstruct limiting beliefs, share some personal experiences, and offer practical tips for finding simplicity and joy in your creative pursuits.
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Jun 4, 2024 • 39min
89: Overcome Overwhelm and Organize Your Life with Megs Crawford
In this episode, we cover the topic of organizing and decluttering and the effects it can have on your mental state, featuring expert insights from professional organizer with ADHD, Megs Crawford. Discover practical tips to manage overwhelm, create effective systems, foster a more intentional life, and boost your emotional well-being.
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May 28, 2024 • 28min
88: Boost Creativity & Productivity by Reducing Extra Noise in Your Life
In this episode, I share how eliminating digital distractions and clearing physical clutter has brought clarity, inspiration, creativity, and productivity back into my life. I also invite you to join me in my mini program called, "Just Do It June," designed to help you create space for creativity and growth by tackling mental and physical clutter in your own life with community! Sign up by May 31, 2024!
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