Building a Business Through Rest, Visioning and Reciprocity

Claire Venus ✨

is the writer for Sparkle on Substack and Creatively Conscious. We explored the delicate balance of building a meaningful business while prioritizing well-being and authentic connection. We discussed the nuances of creating a purpose-driven publication where creativity thrives together with building a community based on generosity and collaboration.

We also touched on our upcoming virtual summit June 17-18th - come follow our journey with it here:

Highlights from the Live Conversation

Well-being and Energy Management (00:00:06 - 00:02:30)

• Claire emphasizes the importance of self-care, including 'Well-being Wednesdays' as a screen-free, restorative practice.

• Both discuss the need for balance between productivity and rest to fuel creativity.

Decision Making and Intuitive Leadership (00:02:30 - 00:04:06)

• Quick, intuitive decision-making is highlighted as a critical skill for business growth, helping leaders stay aligned with their goals.

• Michele reflects on the need to disconnect for deeper insights and mental clarity.

Vision and Manifestation (00:07:01 - 00:12:34)

• They share the power of vision boarding and being specific about goals, celebrating small wins to stay connected to their bigger mission.

• Claire shares her recent experience being featured in Substack Reads, aligning with her long-held vision.

Community Building and Reciprocity (00:12:34 - 00:19:20)

• Michele talks about her organic approach to curating speakers for the Build Your Influence Ecosystem Summit.

• Claire discusses her upcoming book on reciprocity and the importance of trust-based relationships in business.

Platform Strategy and Audience Connection (00:19:20 - 00:23:04)

• They discuss the evolving nature of platforms like Substack and the importance of listening to audience needs.

Collaboration and Collective Voice (00:23:04 - 00:31:01)

• Both emphasize the potential of collaborative projects and creating platforms for collective voices to thrive.

Personal Growth and Sustainable Business (00:31:01 - 00:36:32)

• They reflect on aligning business growth with personal values, finding balance, and honoring their unique strengths.

Closing and Future Connections (00:36:32 - 00:42:49)

• They discuss ongoing collaboration and the importance of supportive communities for long-term success.

The conversation cut offs at the end but stay tuned for more from us on the progress and experience of putting on a summit as a multi-hyphanate :)