Digital (Gold) Dust
Digital (Gold) Dust
Sammy Phillips and Lea Tierney
Hello and welcome to the Digital Gold Dust podcast, by Sammy Phillips and Lea Tierney. We’re here to share stories of life as a conscious creative, what it means to tell your story online as a soulful business owner, what makes great copy and design and all manner of shimmering stuff in between. We were united by our mutual love of people with big missions making waves in the world and our frustration at the digital dust we were seeing clients gathering.
How your business shape, shapes how you show up - with Vicky Shilling
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. In this episode we were joined by Vicky Shilling, The Wellness Business Mentor for a deep discussion around how the shape of your business influences how you show up in that business.  Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: Our long-standing connection as kindred creatives. The mindset gremlins Vicky sees coming up time and again - and how to overcome them. Using business archetypes to take aligned action - and get visible, your way. Myths around showing up. Tips for business owners struggling with visibility. What Vicky wishes you knew. Thanks for listening in and we hope you’ll get involved in the chats this season either by emailing us or sending us a voice note. You can check out Vicky’s offerings for wellness business owners over at vickyshilling.com including Copy That Connects. Go and explore your own business shape with the archetype quiz at vickyshilling.podia.com/book-resources.  _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places: Sammy - kohlabcreative.com Lea - leatierney.co.uk  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Jun 26, 2023
47 min
How sensitivity can be your superpower - with Niamh Walsh
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. In this episode we were joined by Niamh Walsh IBS coach, soul sister and all-round gut health specialist at Inwellness Coaching. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: Our kindred connection. How re-branding / re-niching / re-launching can drive engagement. The mindset stuff Niamh sees business owners struggling with - and what they have to overcome to see sensitivity as a superpower. The relationship between gut health and confidence. What happens when you treat your health as a business asset. How to work with your gut and sensitivity as your superpower. Niamh’s top tips on managing IBS or gut issues. What Niamh wishes you knew. Thanks for listening in and we hope you’ll get involved in the chats this season either by emailing us or sending us a voice note. You can check out Niamh’s offerings for sensitive souls with IBS over at inwellness.ie. You can also connect with her over on Instagram @in_wellness_nutrition_coach.  _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places:Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Jun 12, 2023
51 min
How great photography can help you step up and get visible - with Emily Brown
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. In this episode, we are joined by award-winning photographer Emily Brown for a gorgeous chat about how great photography can help you get visible online. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: How we came to work together collectively as kindred creatives. How photography drives engagement. The mindset stuff that comes up for business owners around photography. The shift that happens when business owners invest in great photography. How to prepare for a brand photoshoot. What Emily wishes you knew. Thanks for listening in and we hope you’ll get involved in the chats this season either by emailing us or sending us a voice note. You can check out Emily’s captivating work over at emilybrown.photography. You can also connect with her over on Instagram @emily_brown_photography  In this episode we discuss our gorgeous collaborative project for our lovely client Alison Marcuse-Harris, The Feel Good Movement Coach. If you’d like to check out her website (and our collaborative work) go to: alisonmarcuse-harris.co.uk _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places:Lea - leatierney.co.uk  Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
May 29, 2023
39 min
From virtually unseen to full visibility - with Alison Marcuse-Harris
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. In this episode, we were joined by the truly joyful Alison Marcuse-Harris, The Feel-good Movement Coach. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: How we all ended up working together. The crossroads Alison was at when she began her journey of getting visible with our help. The work we did together. Where Alison is at now. Alison’s tips for injecting Feel-good Movement into your day as a business owner. The ONE thing Alison wishes you knew. Helping Alison get visible as a soulful business owner was a real joy and we’re sure there’s loads of gold dust in here for you to take away. Thanks for listening in and we hope you’ll get involved in the chats this season either by emailing us or sending us a voice note. Visit alisonmarcuse-harris.co.uk to discover Feel-good movement for yourself. You can also connect with Alison over on Instagram @alison_marcuseharris _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places:Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
May 15, 2023
46 min
How great branding makes visibility easy
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. In this episode we’re using Sammy’s recent rebranding journey as a case study for how great branding makes visibility easy. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: How it started - The Nutritional Palette. The impact of holding onto a brand that no longer fits. What your brand can and should be doing for you. How to get back into alignment as a conscious business owner. How it’s going - Kohlab Creative. Your branding is a great way to make getting visible easier - and to make doing business more effortless. Thanks for listening in and we hope you’ll get involved in the chats this season either by emailing us or sending us a voice note. _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places:Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
May 1, 2023
49 min
Being visible as a kindroverted business owner
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. This is the first episode of Season 2, where we’re taking a good hard look at visibility and what that means for introverted and soulful business owners. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: A reminder of what the Digital (Gold) Dust podcast is all about, who it’s for and what we hope you’ll take from every episode. What visibility as an introvert / sensitive business owner can feel / look / be. What it’s like to host a podcast and use our voices as introverted / sensitive souls. How great copy helps you connect. How great branding helps you get visible. How to overcome the fear of visibility - including some of our own tricks and techniques. This episode is your permission slip to decide what visibility looks like for you and to embrace ways of showing up that feel good for you. Thanks for listening in and we hope you’ll get involved in the chats this season either by emailing us or sending us a voice note. _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places:Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Apr 17, 2023
42 min
BONUS EPISODE - Copy That Connects
Show notes Thanks for tuning in to this BONUS episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust podcast with Brand and Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. We’re excited to bring you Season 2, but in the meantime, we hope this mini episode gets you inspired to sprinkle some digital (gold) dust over your business. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: When Season 2 is coming What shimmering stuff Lea has been stirring up with Wellness Business Mentor Vicky Shilling How Copy That Connects works and could help YOU Save your spot by visiting - https://vickyshilling.com/copy-that-connects _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places: Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Feb 6, 2023
14 min
Being a (cycle) conscious creative
Thanks for tuning in to the last episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust podcast in 2022, with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. This one is super timely as we head onto the downward ramp into Winter. It’s all about being a cycle conscious creative. As sensitive souls, we find ourselves being dramatically impacted by our inner and outer cycles - menstrual, circadian, seasons, lunar - and as we become more conscious of it, we have to find a way of managing this around the demands of being a business owner. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: What we’ve been creating lately Seasonal shifts Making more time for rest Marching to your own rhythm Business cycles Being more cycle conscious as a business owner This episode is your permission to do some noticing and make your own cycle that works for you. Thank you for listening in and we wish you all a restful and restorative festive break. We look forward to bringing more conversations with kindred creatives in 2023. _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places: Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Dec 5, 2022
54 min
Sensitive Souls in Business
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. This was a super soulful discussion about what it means to be a sensitive soul in business. As highly sensitive people and introverts, this conversation was especially close to our hearts as a topic that we don’t see cropping up often enough. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: What we’ve been creating lately Hi, my name is <insert> and I’m a highly sensitive person The emotional rollercoaster of being an empath in business HSP and burnout Working through your sensitivity to be a successful business owner Dear sensitive soul, the world needs you, even if it isn’t made for you _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places: Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Nov 21, 2022
44 min
Do it like a human - The importance of showing up like a real human
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Digital (Gold) Dust episode with Web Designer Sammy Phillips and Copywriter Lea Tierney. It was a joy to have you with us as we dug deep into what it means to do business like a human, how to sound like a human online and the realities of being a human running a business.  Just to note there are a few minor swear words in this episode, just in case you have little ears around you. Here’s a lowdown of the key discussion points: What we’ve been creating lately Showing up in a difficult world Sounding like a human online Be the human hero of your business Examples of not showing up like a human online Making a human connection with your messaging How being an introvert fits in Dear human, your business is an extension of you Come back to the foundations - who and why Life happens _______ Do make sure to hit the subscribe button or add Digital (Gold) Dust to your favourites so that you hear first when new episodes are released. In the meantime, if you’d like to connect with either of us, pick our creative brains or discuss the podcast we can be reached in the following places: Lea - leatierney.co.uk Sammy - kohlabcreative.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digital-gold-dust/message
Nov 7, 2022
1 hr 9 min
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