🌟 Episode Length: 10 minutes, 27 seconds

In This Episode:

Wow, I can’t believe Pretty Pineapple Bead just turned 8 years old! 🎉 In this episode, I’m sharing the full story of how it all began—from making my first bracelet in my backyard to crossing 1,000 orders and shipping to 16 states. It hasn’t always been smooth sailing, but through the pivots, grief, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way, Pretty Pineapple Bead has grown into something I’m incredibly proud of.

Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my journey, sharing milestones, the hard lessons I’ve learned, and the vision I’m holding as we step into year nine. Whether you're just starting or in the middle of your own growth, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear:

✨ The peace I found in making my first bracelet and how it led to something life-changing

✨ How my first craft show felt like a dream come true (and why I cried all the way home)

✨ The pivot I made during COVID and how I learned to build my online presence

✨ What it felt like to hit 1,000 lifetime orders and the power of email marketing

✨ The growth of the DIY Bead Bar and how it’s helped me connect with my community

✨ How I handled the full-time leap, mental health struggles, and trusting the process

✨ My vision for Pretty Pineapple Bead in year nine (and beyond)

✨ A pep talk about trusting the journey, even when it feels messy

Quote to Remember:

"Even the smallest steps lead to big results."

Let’s Connect:

• 🎯 This week’s challenge: Reflect on your journey. What milestone are you proud of? What small step could you take today that your future self will thank you for? Write it down and share it with me!
• 📸 Tag me in your progress! DM me your milestone, goals, or a photo of your journey to @sparkleandshinepodcast on Instagram or Threads. I’d love to celebrate with you!

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, leave a review, or share it on your stories. Every download, comment, and message means the world to me. Thank you for being part of this journey. Until next time—keep dreaming big, keep showing up, and keep sparkling! ✨

🌟 Episode Length: 9 minutes, 20 seconds

In This Episode:

One month ago, I left my part-time job to go all in on my business. This episode is a real, behind-the-scenes look at what that first month has actually been like—surprises, struggles, rainy day markets, and all.

I’m sharing the honest wins, the mindset shifts, the distractions I’ve had to face (hello, social media scrolling), and how I’m recommitting to what matters most moving forward.

If you’re navigating a big life change or just need a pep talk to keep going, this one’s for you.

What You’ll Hear:

• What my first day as a full-time business owner really looked like
• The distractions I didn’t expect (and how I’m working through them)
• Why I’m proud of booking DIY Bead Bar parties
• A story about a rainy market day that taught me to fully show up
• Mindset shifts I’ve had this month around gratitude, procrastination, and growth
• What I’m recommitting to in my business and my life
• A pep talk for when you’re not where you want to be yet

Quote to Remember:

"A year ago, I wished I could be exactly where I am right now."

Let’s Connect:

This week’s challenge: Recommit to your goals. Write down your July goals and DM me a photo, or tag me on Instagram @sparkleandshinepodcast so I can cheer you on!

Got questions or topics you’d love to hear about? DM me—I’d love to hear from you!

🌟 Episode Length: 9 minutes, 57 seconds

In This Episode:

Have you ever caught yourself telling yourself, “Oh, just one more video” — and suddenly an hour has flown by? Same. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own social media distractions, how I’m learning to stay focused, and how I’m balancing discipline with giving myself grace.

I’ll share what’s working (like setting app timers and detailed to-do lists), what I’m still figuring out, and why building focus is a journey. Plus, we’ll celebrate some major business milestones and a few unexpected wins that are lighting me up right now.

If you’ve been feeling scattered, stuck, or like you’re just not getting enough done — this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear:

• How I’m using social media app timers to create better boundaries
• Why detailed to-do lists are helping me stay focused
• How accountability (and a little friendly competition!) keeps me moving
• A reminder that distraction isn’t always laziness — sometimes it’s fear or overwhelm
• My recent wins: DIY Bead Bar parties, return customers, and almost 1,000 lifetime orders
• How the podcast is helping me find my voice and confidence
• Mindset shifts that are helping me fight distraction without beating myself up

Quote to Remember:

"Small steps lead to big results. You don’t have to tackle the whole mountain today. You just have to take that next step."

Let’s Connect:

🎯 This week’s listener challenge:

• Set your own app timers and give yourself boundaries that support your focus.
• Create a to-do list just for this week. Keep it simple, actionable, and realistic.

📸 I’d love to see what you’re working on! DM me a photo of your to-do list or tag me in a focused work session @sparkleandshinepodcast on Instagram or Threads. Let’s cheer each other on!