S2 E8 - Diversifying your income during times of uncertainty

So, how are you? Seriously, how are you? I wasn’t sure if I was going to do an episode this week or skip it in light of all that’s happening. There is so much uncertainty, I didn’t want to add to the noise. But in the end, I decided to record this episode because maybe you're feeling unsure about your business and if it will survive. You’re wondering if you should still be selling... is that even appropriate.

These are unprecedented times. There are so many uncertainties with full-time jobs, schools, let alone a fledgling business. But this is the perfect time to be of value to your community. This is the perfect time to go out and serve the heck out of your community. Now is the time to start focusing on what you can control and that is how you show up in the world for yourself, your family, your audience.

In this episode, I’m sharing some actionable steps you can take right is to reclaim control.

Stay tuned. Real talk starts now.

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COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro! (self-study) - bit.ly/patterngradingselfstudy

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

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[BONUS] PGME Spotlight - Interview with Bug of Knitcircus Yarns

When I launched, Pattern Grading Made Easy in the fall of 2019, I had no idea, couldn’t have imagined what the course would have become… the knitters, crocheters, tech editors, designers I’d meet… and the supporters who’s reached out.

In this bonus episode, I’m talking to Bug, the owner of Knitcircus Yarn, her mission of supporting women, and her giving back to the community by sponsoring a spot in PGME.

If you want to hear about her journey to becoming a yarn store owner as a new knitter, her commitment to helping further size-inclusivity, how you can request yarn support for your next design, AND get a sweet coupon code good until April 20, 2020.

Stay tuned. Real talk starts now!

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro!

Live course with community and weekly Q+A - Pattern Grading Made Easy (live)

Self-study at your own pace - Pattern Grading Made Easy (self-study)

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

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Instagram: @TianConnaughton

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[BONUS] PGME Student Spotlight - Interview with Marielle Zatar

In this special bonus episode of the Real Talk with Tian podcast, I’m talking with a very special guest, Marielle Zatar. In this conversation, we get into her design journey and being a knitting teacher in the Middle East, then we jump into why she joined Pattern Grading Made Easy, her results from the 4-week course, and making the investment in her business.

Stay tuned. Real talk starts now!

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro!

Live course with community and weekly Q+A - Pattern Grading Made Easy (live)

Self-study at your own pace - Pattern Grading Made Easy (self-study)

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

Website: TianConnaughton.com

Instagram: @TianConnaughton

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[BONUS] PGME Student Spotlight - Interview with Rachael Reese

Hey there, Tian here. I am so excited to share with you this bonus episode of the Real Talk with Tian podcast. We’re talking with Rachael Reese about her journey as a homeschooling mama and knitwear designer, and how the
course, Pattern Grading Made Easy has given her her time back, from grading a hat pattern taking her a week to now just a few hours.

Stay tuned. Real talk starts now!

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro!

Live course with community and weekly Q+A - Pattern Grading Made Easy (live)

Self-study at your own pace - Pattern Grading Made Easy (self-study)

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

Website: TianConnaughton.com

Instagram: @TianConnaughton

Subscribe on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, my website, and everywhere else you listen to podcasts!


Podcast Page: http://realtalkwithtian.libsyn.com

[BONUS] PGME Student Spotlight - Interview with Jessica Clement

Welcome to this bonus episode of the Real Talk with Tian podcast, where we’re talking to Jessica Clement. We get into her journey from academia to knitwear design, and why Pattern Grading Made Easy, the course, has
been so valuable in getting her to the next level in her design journey.

Stay tuned. Real talk starts now!

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro!

Live course with community and weekly Q+A - Pattern Grading Made Easy (live)

Self-study at your own pace - Pattern Grading Made Easy (self-study)

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

Website: TianConnaughton.com

Instagram: @TianConnaughton

Subscribe on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, my website, and everywhere else you listen to podcasts!


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S2 E5 - Interview with Francoise Danoy

Designing and running a business can start in the most unexpected ways. Sometimes it’s not wanting to follow other’s instructions or maybe it’s a rejection or two that’s led you in a totally different direction than you’d imagined. While your path might be completely different, I want to share with you an amazing designer and coach who’s created her own space in her industry.

Stay tuned. Real talk starts now!

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro! (self-study) - Pattern Grading Made Easy (self-study) bit.ly/patterngradingselfstudy

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

Website: TianConnaughton.com

Instagram: @TianConnaughton

You can find Francoise Danoy:

Website: https://www.arohaknits.com/

Instagram: @arohaknits

Book mentioned

You were born for this by Chani Nicholas

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S2 E4 - Saying Yes

There is a time and place for saying yes and in this episode I’m talking about saying yes to opportunities and my year of yes. A lot of great things came from that year, but I also lost a lot as well and today I’m sharing my experience and all I learned.

Stay tuned, real talk starts now.

Need help taking that next step? Need clarity on your message to attract your ideal customer? Get the support you need to reach your creative goals.

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro! (self-study) - bit.ly/patterngradingselfstudy

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

Website: TianConnaughton.com

Instagram: @TianConnaughton

Podcast Page: http://realtalkwithtian.libsyn.com

S2 E3 - Interview with Rebecca McKenzie

What is the next step on the fiber journey for an obsess knitter. For many, stitching is enough. Then there are those who wants to take the craft to the next level, which is designing. When it comes to designing, there’s a lot to consider. There are many questions. So today, we are talking to an amazing knitwear designer who is really making a big splash in the industry, and today, we’re going to learn about her journey. Real talk starts now!

Need help taking that next step? Need clarity on your message to attract your ideal customer? Get the support you need to reach your creative goals.

COURSES

Tian Connaughton - Courses

Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro! (self-study) - bit.ly/patterngradingselfstudy

One-on-one Coaching with Tian

Tian Connaughton - Coaching

Website: TianConnaughton.com

Instagram: @TianConnaughton

BOOKS

The girl on the bridge by James Hayman

Nerd in shining armor by Vicki Lewis Thompson

Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman

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S2 E2 - How to recover from a failed launch

Today's real talk is about marketing and promotion for creative business owners.
Yes, we're tackling the question I've been getting a lot lately from markers, creatives, and designers just like you. And that question is, 'I'm marketing like mad and I'm still not getting any positive results. What am I doing wrong?'
If this is a question you have, stay tuned. Real talk with Tian starts now!
Need help taking that next step? Need clarity on your message to attract your ideal customer? Get the support you need to reach your creative goals.
 
COURSES
Tian Connaughton - Courses
Pattern Grading Made Easy: How to grade like a pro! (self-study) - Pattern Grading Made Easy (self-study) bit.ly/patterngradingselfstudy
 
One-on-one Coaching with Tian
Tian Connaughton - Coaching
Website: TianConnaughton.com
Instagram: @TianConnaughton