Kickstarting 2025: Foundational Mindsets for Creative Entrepreneurs

The Motivated Creatives

Welcome to Season 2 of The Motivated Creative Podcast! In this exciting first episode of the new year, Nikki dives into the foundational mindsets that every handmade business owner needs to kickstart 2025 with purpose and focus. From shifting negative self-talk to practical goal-setting strategies, Nikki shares actionable tips to help you stay resilient, motivated, and organised throughout the year.

Learn how to break down big goals into achievable steps, celebrate small wins, and build routines that keep you moving forward—even on the toughest days. Plus, Nikki introduces a January challenge to help you set meaningful goals and cultivate a supportive community.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The importance of mindset in running a successful handmade business.
• How to reframe self-doubt and embrace growth.
• Practical ways to set and achieve your goals without feeling overwhelmed.
• The power of celebrating small wins and reflecting on your progress.
• How to build routines and surround yourself with positive, supportive people.

Key Takeaways:

• Progress is progress, no matter how small.
• Reframing negative self-talk can make a world of difference.
• Breaking goals into projects, milestones, and tasks makes them achievable.
• Success comes from confidence, routine, and a supportive community.

Your January Challenge:

1. Write down three goals for the year.
2. Identify one mindset shift you’d like to make.
3. Find an accountability partner to help you stay on track.

Next Week’s Episode:

Join Nikki as she dives into Crafting Confidence: Branding Yourself, featuring a fantastic guest who will share insights on building a personal brand that’s authentic, relatable, and uniquely you.

Resources and Links:

• Join the Motivated Creative Community for support and accountability.
• Follow us on Instagram: @ArtisanBusinessCompany
• Drop Nikki a message with your goals and mindset shifts—she’d love to hear from you!

Tag & Share:

If today’s episode inspired you, share your goals or mindset shifts with Nikki! Tag her on social media or send an email. Let’s start 2025 with creativity, confidence, and motivation.

Thank You for Listening!

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