267 | The Mindset Shift That Turns Your Jewelry "Side Hustle" Into a Real Business with Kaitlyn Gurule
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Are you struggling to grow your jewelry business while balancing a full-time job and wondering if you're really allowed to call yourself a business owner? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Kaitlyn Gurule of Kiara Rose Jewelry to talk about what it really looks like to build a jewelry business in a busy season of life. We talk about her journey into silversmithing, how rockhounding reignited her joy, and the beautiful pivot she's making by incorporating hand-collected gemstones into her work. Kaitlyn shares honestly about juggling a demanding career, navigating visibility on social media, and learning to own her identity as a jeweler, even before doing it full-time. We also dive into the power of community, the impact of the Jewelry Business Academy retreat, and the mindset shifts that help you keep moving forward one step at a time. This episode is such a heartfelt reminder that your business is real, your dream matters, and you don't have to have it all figured out to keep growing. __________________________
What You Will Learn in this Episode: How to keep building your jewelry business even when you have a demanding full-time job Why owning your identity as a jewelry business owner changes the way you show up How following your creativity and passions can open doors in both business and life The role community, support, and mindset play in sustainable jewelry business growth
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Topics Discussed: Kaitlyn's journey into metalsmithing and jewelry design How rockhounding inspired a new creative direction in her brand Balancing a jewelry business with a full-time career Confidence, visibility, and showing up on social media The impact of the Jewelry Business Academy retreat Mindset shifts around identity, growth, and owning your business
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