Jewelry Business Academy Podcast

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you feeling pulled toward something bigger in your jewelry business, but wondering if it's too late to start over? In this episode, I'm joined by Anita Guerini, a speaker, business mentor, community builder, and founder of The Pink Skirt Project. Anita shares her powerful story of leaving a 26-year dental career, reinventing herself in her mid-40s, building multiple businesses, navigating major financial setbacks, and learning how to rise again with support, accountability, and community. We talk about identity shifts, business debt, visibility, asking for help, nervous system regulation, and why community is not just "nice to have" when you're building a jewelry business, it's essential. If you've been sitting in the "golden cage" of comfort while secretly craving more, this episode will remind you that it's never too late to take your business seriously and become the next version of yourself. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself and take your jewelry business seriously How to move through fear, uncertainty, and identity shifts in entrepreneurship Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness How community can help you grow faster, feel supported, and stop building alone Topics Discussed: Reinventing yourself later in life Leaving a safe career to pursue entrepreneurship Navigating business debt and financial resets The power of accountability and support Why community matters for business growth Visibility, confidence, and being seen online __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/anitaguerini/ Website | https://www.anitaguerini.com/ The Pink Skirt Project | https://www.thepinkskirtproject.com/

Have you ever wondered how to turn your pain into purpose while building a business that truly means something? In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Belinda Cohen, founder of For Caroline Jewelry, to talk about how she transformed unimaginable grief into a meaningful jewelry business rooted in love, connection, and healing. After losing her daughter Caroline in 2020, Belinda began creating bracelets inspired by Caroline's spirit and generosity, eventually growing a brand that now impacts people all over the world. We dive into the emotional side of entrepreneurship, learning to take up space online, building confidence through business, and why community and support matter so much as a jewelry business owner. Belinda also shares the story behind her powerful "Unstoppable" bracelet and how jewelry can become a symbol of strength, hope, and connection. This episode is a beautiful reminder that your story matters, your work matters, and it's never too late to begin. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How Belinda turned grief into a purpose-driven jewelry business Why building a business can help you grow confidence and use your voice The importance of community, coaching, and support as a jewelry business owner How meaningful jewelry can deeply impact people's lives and emotional healing Topics Discussed: Starting a jewelry business after loss Finding healing through creativity Overcoming fear of social media and visibility Setting boundaries while building a business The power of jewelry to create emotional connection __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/forcarolinejewelry/ Website | https://forcarolinejewelry.com/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Have you ever felt torn between the safe path and the creative life you know you're meant for? In this episode, I'm joined by Alicia Sundwall, founder of Kissmet Designs Jewelry, for a beautiful conversation about creativity, intuition, and building a jewelry business while still balancing work, motherhood, and real life. Alicia shares how jewelry became a healing outlet during a hard personal season, how she learned to trust her creative instincts, and what it's looked like to move through self-doubt, ADHD, nervous system healing, and the pressure to stay on a "traditional" path. We also talk about what happens when you finally stop second-guessing yourself, start honoring what lights you up, and allow your business to become a bridge back to who you really are. If you've ever wondered whether your creative path is truly possible for you, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How creativity can become a path back to yourself when you feel disconnected, burnt out, or stuck Why trusting your creative instincts is one of the most important skills to build as a jewelry business owner How ADHD, nervous system regulation, and sleep can impact the way you show up in your business Why surrounding yourself with like-minded people can completely shift what feels possible for your future Topics Discussed: Alicia's journey from corporate life to jewelry design Using creativity as a tool for healing and regulation Building a jewelry business while navigating motherhood and work Trusting your instincts and staying true to your style ADHD, nervous system healing, and entrepreneurship The power of support, community, and mentorship in business __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kiss.met.designs/ Website | https://www.etsy.com/shop/kissmetcrystaldesign/?etsrc=sdt&dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fl.instagram.com%2F

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you struggling to grow your jewelry business while balancing a full-time job and wondering if you're really allowed to call yourself a business owner? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Kaitlyn Gurule of Kiara Rose Jewelry to talk about what it really looks like to build a jewelry business in a busy season of life. We talk about her journey into silversmithing, how rockhounding reignited her joy, and the beautiful pivot she's making by incorporating hand-collected gemstones into her work. Kaitlyn shares honestly about juggling a demanding career, navigating visibility on social media, and learning to own her identity as a jeweler, even before doing it full-time. We also dive into the power of community, the impact of the Jewelry Business Academy retreat, and the mindset shifts that help you keep moving forward one step at a time. This episode is such a heartfelt reminder that your business is real, your dream matters, and you don't have to have it all figured out to keep growing. __________________________ What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to keep building your jewelry business even when you have a demanding full-time job Why owning your identity as a jewelry business owner changes the way you show up How following your creativity and passions can open doors in both business and life The role community, support, and mindset play in sustainable jewelry business growth __________________________ Topics Discussed: Kaitlyn's journey into metalsmithing and jewelry design How rockhounding inspired a new creative direction in her brand Balancing a jewelry business with a full-time career Confidence, visibility, and showing up on social media The impact of the Jewelry Business Academy retreat Mindset shifts around identity, growth, and owning your business __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kiararosejewelry/ Website | https://kiararosejewelry.com/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you secretly wondering if your jewelry business could become your full-time reality… but fear keeps holding you back? In this episode of the Jewelry Business Academy Podcast, I'm joined by Elle, the founder of Pretty Steep, a sterling silver jewelry brand inspired by mountain life and adventure. Elle shares her journey from working corporate marketing jobs to finally trusting herself enough to go all in on her jewelry business. We talk about the fear of leaving a steady paycheck, the power of support and community, why mindset matters just as much as strategy, and how to know when it's actually the right time to make a big move. If you've ever questioned whether your business is "just a hobby" or struggled to believe you can truly make this work, this conversation will leave you feeling deeply seen, encouraged, and ready to back yourself in a bigger way. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to know when it's time to seriously consider going full time in your jewelry business Why betting on yourself is often the turning point for real business growth How your environment, support system, and mindset shape your success Why treating your jewelry business like a real business changes everything Topics Discussed: Elle's journey from the UK to mountain life in BC Starting Pretty Steep and building a jewelry brand inspired by adventure The fear of quitting a stable job to go all in on a business Why mindset, visibility, and self-trust matter in entrepreneurship The impact of community and the Jewelry Business Academy retreat Moving from hobby mindset to real business owner identity __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/prettysteep/ Website | https://prettysteep.co/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you pouring your heart into your jewelry business and wondering why sales still aren't happening yet? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Kate, founder of BGLY Brooches, for a Hot Seat conversation all about what it really takes to get your first sales in a jewelry business. We talk about the early stage so many jewelry business owners find themselves in...when the website is live, the products are ready, the branding is done, but the traction still feels slow. I share why building a jewelry business is not about perfection, polished content, or chasing every strategy, but about getting your minimum viable product out there, taking messy action, and staying consistent long enough to build momentum. We also dive into comparison, confidence, sales pressure, social media, in-person selling, and the mindset shifts that help jewelry business owners keep going when things feel uncertain. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to get your first jewelry sales when you don't yet have an audience Why in-person events, collabs, and direct connection can work faster than waiting on Instagram How to tell the difference between a product that needs more time and a strategy that needs refinement Why belief, consistency, and messy action matter more than looking polished online Topics Discussed: Getting your first sales as a new jewelry business owner Minimum viable product and launching before everything feels perfect In-person selling vs. online marketing Comparison, confidence, and mindset in business growth Why consistency beats strategy-hopping Building trust, community, and momentum over time __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bgly_brooches/ Website | https://haiy0z-bm.myshopify.com/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you unintentionally making it harder for customers to buy from your jewelry business? In this episode, I'm joined by retail expert Bob Phibbs to talk about what really drives sales in a jewelry store or boutique. We dive into the psychology of customer connection, why so many business owners lose sales before the conversation even begins, and how to create a buying experience that feels personal, elevated, and human. Bob shares powerful insights on the customer "browsing brain," the mistakes retailers make when they lead with discounts, and why selling jewelry is never just about the product itself. We also talk about training a strong sales team, creating store displays that invite connection, and how to help customers feel seen, safe, and excited to buy. This episode is packed with practical jewelry sales advice for boutique owners who want to increase conversions without pressure or gimmicks. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to create a jewelry buying experience that makes customers feel comfortable, curious, and ready to purchase Why leading with discounts can cheapen the emotional value of your jewelry How to shift from selling product features to selling the feeling, story, and meaning behind each piece What jewelry store owners need to know about training staff to confidently convert browsers into buyers Topics Discussed: Retail psychology and customer connection Why customers say "I'm just looking" The browsing brain and how it affects buying behavior Why discounting can hurt jewelry sales Store display strategies that increase engagement How to hire and train a stronger retail team __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bobphibbs Website | https://www.retaildoc.com/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Are you treating your jewelry business like a hobby… or like a real business? In this episode of the Jewelry Business Academy Podcast, I'm joined by Alena Mack, a nature-inspired sterling silver jewelry designer who shares how she shifted from artist to CEO and nearly doubled her jewelry sales. Alena opens up about her journey from stay-at-home mom on an off-grid homestead to building real momentum in her business. We talk about the moment she started paying herself consistently, how email marketing transformed her online jewelry sales, and the mindset shifts that helped her step fully into the role of business owner. If you've been relying heavily on art shows, avoiding visibility online, or struggling to treat your jewelry like a real business, this conversation will give you clarity and confidence. Growth doesn't start with more followers or more inventory. It starts with how you see yourself. What You Will Learn in This Episode • How to start paying yourself consistently (and why it changes how you show up) • Why email marketing can drive online jewelry sales even with a small list • How to shift from "artist" mindset to CEO identity without the imposter spiral • Why your first hire should happen sooner than you think Topics Discussed • Alena Mack's journey into silversmithing and finding her creative medium • Motherhood, identity shifts, and building a jewelry brand • Paying yourself a percentage of your sales • Growing online sales beyond art shows • Overcoming fear of showing your face on Instagram • Hiring support and stepping into the CEO role __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.co If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Guests Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/alenamayjewelry/ Website | https://www.alenamay.com/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Ever wonder why your jewelry business feels harder in one season and lighter in another, even when you're doing "all the right things"? In this Hot Seat episode, Elle Offord from Pretty Steep takes over the mic and asks me the real questions, from moving across the country to what it actually takes to build a resilient business and mindset. We talk about why environment matters more than people think, what shocked me most when I left corporate, and how mental health and nervous system regulation can make or break your ability to lead. I also share the honest coaching conversations I have inside the Jewelry Business Academy, plus what I'd do if I took over Elle's brand for a day to increase connection, visibility, and sales. If you've been craving clarity, structure, and more confidence showing up online, this episode will meet you right where you are. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why your environment can expand your goals, creativity, and confidence as a jewelry business owner The biggest mindset shifts when moving from corporate to entrepreneurship How to spot when you're pushing too hard, and how to slow down without losing momentum What "showing up politely" looks like in marketing, and how to build deeper connection that drives sales Topics Discussed: Moving to BC and how location impacts energy, community, and growth Leaving corporate and what no one tells you about entrepreneurship Mental health, triggers, and building resilience as a business owner Revenue-driving tasks vs. "busy work" (especially during wholesale deadlines) Social media shifts, connection-based marketing, and content fatigue Honest coaching, accountability, and lowering the wall as the face of your brand __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/prettysteep Website | https://prettysteep.co/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Have you been telling yourself you're "too old" to start (or restart) your jewelry business? In this episode of the Jewelry Business Academy podcast, I'm sitting down with Cheryl D'Arezzo, founder of Cheryl Ann Jewelry, who's 67 and building a beautiful, thriving brand after decades of making jewelry quietly in the background. We talk about the limiting beliefs that keep so many jewelry business owners playing small, why purpose keeps you feeling young, and how community can completely change what feels possible. Cheryl shares what it was like learning the tech side of business (website, email, Instagram), what clicked for her at the JBA retreat, and how she finally embraced her audience and message without hiding her age. If you've been waiting for the "right time," this conversation will remind you: your next chapter can be your boldest one yet. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How "I'm too old" becomes a business ceiling and how to reframe it fast Why purpose and community are the two biggest accelerators for confidence and growth How to stop "making jewelry" and start building a real business with systems What it looks like to take messy action when tech and visibility feel intimidating Topics Discussed: Starting (or restarting) a jewelry business later in life Identity, confidence, and taking up space online Building community and surrounding yourself with entrepreneurs Tech hurdles: websites, email marketing, Instagram Retreat breakthroughs + positioning your brand clearly Wholesale growth + getting into stores __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/cherylannjewelry/ Website | https://cherylannjewelry.com/

Work with me 👉 https://www.jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/ Ever feel like you're either wildly productive or completely shut down with no in-between? In this Hot Seat episode,I'm joined by Jill from Lilikoi Project, who flips the script and puts me in the hot seat for a deeply honest conversation about ADHD, rejection sensitivity, visibility, and what it really takes to build a sustainable jewelry business as a sensitive, creative soul. We talk about why ADHD is so often mislabeled as laziness, how rejection sensitivity can quietly sabotage your confidence, and why trying to "push through" usually backfires. I share how I've learned to work with my natural energy cycles instead of fighting them and how doing so has completely changed the way I lead, coach, and live. This episode is for jewelry business owners who feel deeply, overthink easily, and want to grow without burning themselves out in the process. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why ADHD is a rhythm, not a flaw and how to plan your business around it How rejection sensitivity shows up in customer emails, visibility, and people pleasing Why overworking and batching content often makes ADHD burnout worse How to feel safe being seen without shutting down or spiraling Topics Discussed: ADHD and entrepreneurship Rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) Nervous system regulation in business Visibility fears for jewelry business owners People pleasing and emotional boundaries Building a life-first jewelry business __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lilikoi.project/ Website | https://lilikoiproject.com/

What happens when you stop rushing your jewelry business and start building it in a way that actually supports your life? In this special HOT SEAT episode, I'm in the guest seat while jewelry artist and Slow Made Podcast host Christine Mighion interviews me about creativity, slow living, energy, and building a business with intention. We dive into how the Jewelry Business Academy came to life, why confidence and visibility matter more than algorithms, and how honoring your energy is essential for long-term success. This conversation is part business strategy, part mindset shift, and part permission slip to stop doing things the "hard way." If you're craving more connection, clarity, and sustainability in your jewelry business, this episode is for you. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why confidence and using your voice matter more than any marketing hack How to build a jewelry business that supports your energy, not drains it The power of community and why jewelry artists don't have to do this alone How slow living and strategic sprints can coexist in a profitable business Topics Discussed: Creativity and inspiration in business Slow living vs. hustle culture Energy management for jewelry business owners Building authentic connection online The evolution of the Jewelry Business Academy __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Christine's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/christinemighion/ Christine's Website | https://www.christinemighion.com/ Christine's Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/0GoUGA4xse5R8n8rIC7sBL

Are you secretly hoping 2026 will magically "fix" your jewelry business just because the calendar flipped? In this episode, I'm breaking down why a new year alone doesn't change your results but a new identity, paired with systems, strategy, and support, absolutely does. I walk you through how to stop winging it, get out of fight-or-flight in your business, and build a jewelry brand that feels intentional, profitable, and sustainable. I'll share why motivation is the least reliable growth plan, how to design systems that protect your energy and drive sales, and why trying to do everything alone is quietly slowing you down. If you're ready for 2026 to be the year your jewelry business becomes more predictable, profitable, and supported, this episode will help you step into your CEO identity and create a game plan you can actually follow. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why a new year won't change your jewelry business unless your identity and habits do How systems and strategy turn chaos, burnout, and guessing into clarity, consistency, and momentum The power of community and support in scaling your jewelry business without doing it all alone Why feeling worthy of support is the real shift that unlocks higher revenue and a CEO-level version of you Topics Discussed: New year energy vs. the identity shifts required for real business growth Building systems and strategy instead of relying on motivation and "winging it" Burnout, nervous system overload, and why structure actually creates freedom Isolation, loneliness, and the importance of entrepreneurial community for jewelers Worthiness, investing in support, and stepping into your CEO identity in 2026 How the Jewelry Business Academy supports jewelry designers in creating predictable, scalable growth __________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching