About the episode:

I am so excited to share this candid conversation with you all! I’m joined by my longtime friend and fellow designer, Hannah Robinson, an artist and creative who has gone through various transitions in her business seeking the joy of creativity. We discuss Hannah's journey from starting a design business in 2016, experiencing success, starting a new business, experiencing burnout during the pandemic and exploring new creative outlets. Hannah shares her experiences with the impact of the pandemic on her business and her decision to transition away from popular creative tools. Throughout the conversation, Hannah emphasizes the importance of embracing change, trying new things, and trusting oneself in the entrepreneurial journey. She offers advice for dealing with burnout, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and grace. Hannah also suggests finding something else to fuel passion and creativity, such as engaging in physical activities or pursuing hobbies where you can use your hands. Hannah discusses her new venture and invites listeners to join her on her creative journey. I hope you find so much encouragement and permission to do business your own way and find what works for you. Let’s go to the show!

Takeaways:

• RuthAnn and Hannah reminisce about how we met and have kept our friendship over the last 7 years

• Hannah shares the twists and turns that her businesses have taken and is honest about struggles along the way

• Burnout is a common experience for entrepreneurs, and it's important to prioritize self-care and give yourself time to recover

• Hannah honestly shares how comparison can be detrimental to your creativity and business

• Trusting yourself and being willing to learn and grow are key to navigating the entrepreneurial journey

• Hannah shares how her personality played a role in how she’s navigated change and it’s ok to notice that you’re different and do things differently

• Hannah's new venture involves bookbinding and stationery and she invites listeners to join her on her creative journey

Episode resources:

Laura Jade - Editorial Photographer

Hannah Robinson

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