Welcome back to the Messy Success Podcast…What if getting sick is not just about being sick? In this episode, Elizabeth shares a reflection on coming off a powerful January, stepping into unexpected expansion for 2026, and then being taken down hard by the flu. What unfolded wasn’t just a physical pause. It became an identity […]

Welcome back to the Messy Success Podcast. In this episode, Elizabeth shares how January became her highest non-event revenue month ever with only 13 Instagram posts and minimal engagement. As a result, it became clear that social media is not the foundation of sustainable growth. A community based marketing ecosystem can grow your business without […]

Creative Business Beyond Instagram Creative business beyond Instagram is the focus of this episode of the Messy Success Podcast. In this conversation, Elizabeth shares a behind-the-scenes look at how she’s approaching visibility, community, and growth differently as she plans for the year ahead. Rather than chasing platforms or reacting to algorithm changes, she’s building a […]

Teaching as a Creative Entrepreneur Teaching as a creative entrepreneur requires a completely different skill set than mastering your craft. In this episode of the Messy Success Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with educator, speaker, and conference host Laylee Emadi to talk about the gap that’s quietly costing creatives money, credibility, and opportunity. Skill vs. Teaching […]

Micro Actions Trust Coaching: A Live Session Micro Actions Trust Coaching takes center stage in this live Coaching On Air episode of the Messy Success Podcast. Elizabeth sits down with her creative director, Illiah, to explore identity shifts, career transitions, and the challenges of navigating a bigger vision that hasn’t fully taken shape yet. Expanding […]

Going From Solopreneur to Employees Going from solopreneur to employees can feel exciting, overwhelming, and downright messy all at once. In this episode of the Messy Success Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with Misty Prewitt, founder of Misty Saves the Day, to share an honest look at what it really takes to grow from a one-person […]

Mirror vs. Container Welcome back to the Messy Success Podcast! In this episode, Elizabeth introduces the Mirror vs. Container metaphor — a simple but powerful way to understand why your advice isn’t landing. Being a mirror means reflecting someone’s experience, showing empathy, and holding up understanding. Being a container means holding space for growth, offering […]

What Are the Dreamiest Dreams for 2026? Welcome back to the Messy Success Podcast! In this episode, Elizabeth shares her Dreamiest Dreams for 2026 — bold, stretchy, slightly scary visions she chooses to say out loud before they feel logical or guaranteed. This ritual isn’t about rigid goals. It’s about declaring desires with clarity, trust, […]