245 | HOT SEAT: The Lifestyle Shifts Every Successful Jewelry Designer Needs with Nicola Dawn
Jewelry Business Academy PodcastShow Notes
Are you trying to grow your jewelry business but feel like your energy, routines, and relationships just can't keep up with your big vision?
In this Hot Seat episode, Nicola Dawn from Lord Violet Jewelry flips the script and interviews me about the lifestyle, mindset, and habits that support running a growing jewelry business and coaching program. We chat about my evolution through different fitness seasons (from CrossFit to reformer Pilates to lifting weights again), why walking and time in nature are non-negotiable for my creativity and leadership, and how upping my protein completely changed my energy and brain fog so I can show up fully for my clients. I'm also sharing honestly about dating as a visible, ambitious woman, finding a partner who celebrates your success, and what it really looks like to build friendships and community as an entrepreneur. If you've been craving more energy, more support, and more joy in your life and jewelry business, this episode is for you.
What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to design fitness and movement routines that actually support your energy as a jewelry business owner Why a higher-protein way of eating transformed my energy, focus, and ability to lead my business The mindset shift from "work-life balance" to work-life integration (and how that looks in real life) What I've learned about dating, friendships, and choosing relationships that truly support your growth
Topics Discussed: Building sustainable fitness routines to support your jewelry business High-protein eating, energy levels, and reducing brain fog Non-negotiables, boundaries, and protecting your best energy Work-life integration vs chasing perfect "balance" Dating and partnership as a successful, visible woman in business Making friends, building community, and feeling seen as an entrepreneur
__________________________ Ready to grow + scale your jewelry business? Work with me → jewelrybusinessacademy.ca/fast-track If you loved today's episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a strategy drop. DM me your biggest takeaway on Instagram → @robynclarkcoaching Grab my free business guides → linktr.ee/robynclarkcoaching Nicola Dawn Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lord_violet/
Nicola Dawn Website | https://lordviolet.ca/
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