The Entrepreneur Sip for Creative Business Women
Kaitlin Hoppenstedt Ortega, owner and director of Above Design Studio, is the host of your favorite podcast for business women in creative fields who are ready to be inspired and hear stories from fellow women entrepreneurs. Our episodes cover topics across different industries like advertising, social media, design, finance, and more, and hold nothing back for creatives who are ready to embrace new possibilities in their life and business. Join us every Wednesday at 6 A.M. CST for new episodes, and follow us on Instagram at @theentrepreneursip. Together, we're sipping on success. #sippingonsuccess
Episodes
29 episodes
The Secret to Selling Out Your Services and Personal Updates: Host Episode
Kaitlin is BACK with a groundbreaking first 2024 episode all about selling our services seamlessly as a studio owner or online service provider. Join me as I serve up a refreshing blend of inspiration, actionable tips, and success stories strai...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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30:46
Unpacking the Term "Luxury" and Why You Should Probably Drop It From Your Marketing
Join our host Kaitlin Ortega as she unravels the complexities surrounding the term "luxury" and its impact on modern businesses. From inflated perceptions to shifting consumer attitudes, we explore why labeling products or services as "luxury" ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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23:18
5 Important Ways to Optimize Your Website for Success in 2024 and Beyond
Welcome to The Entrepreneur Sip Podcast for creative women entrepreneurs, where we decode the ever-evolving world of web optimization!Join our host Kaitlin Ortega, the founder of Above Design Studio, as she reveals the top 5 game-changin...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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30:56
Why I deleted My TikTok Account
In this episode of The Entrepreneur Sip Podcast we're diving into the reason why I deleted my Tik Tok account and app altogether. It's actually makes more sense than you might think. This is the perfect episode for all entrepreneurs to listen t...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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19:05
How to Find Your Tribe as an E-Commerce Brand Entrepreneur
In this episode we're uncovering ways that you can grow and find a tribe of loyal customers as an e-commerce brand entrepreneur. Marketing your brand successfully goes beyond the surface level. Learn more today in this episode about how to find...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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21:05
October's Spooky Client and Business Stories Special
Welcome to another exhilarating episode of The Entrepreneur Sip Podcast, where we stir up inspiration, ideas, and success stories for creative women entrepreneurs! 🎙️💼 In today's spooktacular episode, we're diving into the eerie world of "Spook...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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31:18
Creating Massive Brand Awareness and Healthy Habits with Arianne Virsunen
Join me in this special guest episode with brand marketing expert Arianne Virsunen, who is the founder and CEO of Blond Brands Marketing Agency in San Diego, California. Together we're diving deep into brand awareness methods, her transition fr...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:22:16
4 Ways I'm Coping with My Imposter Syndrome
In this episode we're getting vulnerable and talking about a something we all experience at some point as creative CEOs: Imposter Syndrome. It's not a great feeling and has the power to harness an unwanted reality within our business so togethe...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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31:52
Wealthy Entrepreneur Money Moves and Mindset with Financial Manager Shay Bacani
In this episode I'm sitting down with Shay Bacani, founder and CEO of Centure Financial, to chat more about the money moves mindset and operational tactics that lead to growth and expansion in our businesses. Connect with Sha...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:07:33
How To Create a Powerful Brand in a Modern Society
In this episode we're breaking down the meaning of brand identity and brand messaging and how both can work together to create an authentic and aligned identity for your business.I'm also looking for a business to serve this holiday sea...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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36:22
Business Wins and Demystifying SEO ft. Kim Fischer
Welcome to The Entrepreneur Sip, a podcast for digital women entrepreneurs ready to learn from creative professionals who are ready to spill their best kept tips for you. I’m your host, Kaitlin Ortega, brand and website designer by day an...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:50
The Future of Brand Marketing ft. Creative Director Chanté Joanne
Welcome back to season 2! In this episode we're sitting down with the founder and CEO of Nouveau Agency, Chanté Joanne. She spills her stories, lessons learned, and business tips about influencer and brand marketing that you don't want to miss....
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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50:38
Why Niching Down on Your Services is Beneficial for Everyone
Welcome back to season 2! In this episode your host, Kaitlin, gives some life updates and talks about the importance of honing in on your zone of genius and niching down on your services. In this episode you'll find about why Kaitlin thinks thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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37:09
S1 EP15 - 22 Lessons I've Learned as a Creative Business Owner in Honor of 2022
Whether good or constructive, lessons always come from the experience of being a creative business owner. Dive into episode 15 with me where we discuss 22 things I've learned in business along the way. This concludes season 1 as I prepare...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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44:09
S1 EP14: Navigating Burnout and Niching Down in Business (Host Ep)
New episode out now over navigating burnout as a creative entrepreneur and niching down for the benefit of our businesses. Stay tuned for the last and final episode of season 1 coming on Monday December 5th! We'll be talking about 15 things I'v...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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40:53
S1 EP13 Building a Photography Business that Attracts ft. Arielle Levy
In today's guest expert episode I'm talking all things photography, business building, work boundaries, and so much more! If you're a creative in need of some business tips and inspiration, then you'll definitely want to tune into my guest epis...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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48:58
S1 EP12: Why Every Creative Needs to Be on Pinterest Ft. Sarah Burk
You’re listening to The Entrepreneur Sip, a podcast for everyday women creative entrepreneurs who are looking for inspiring conversation and the best kept marketing tips from fellow digital creatives! Pour yourself a delicious cup of coffee, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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24:18
S1 EP11: Attract Dream Clients Through Purpose Driven Copywriting ft. Haley Dagan
In today's episode we're digging into why purpose-driven copywriting is ESSENTIAL to your growing business online. Copywriting serves as the key ingredient to a standout marketing plan that converts visitors into ideal clients, so why wouldn't ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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43:07
S1 EP10: Why You Need to Sharpen Your Soft Skills, Workshop Sign Up, & Podcast Updates
Are you a creative or online service provider needing extra tips on better communication and soft skills building? Get notified about my FREE upcoming Blurry to Booked Communication Workshop happening this Fall. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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13:21
S1 EP 9 Life Updates and Website Platforms Explained: Host Episode
Are you a start-up business owner wondering which website platform is for you? If you're launching your business soon and want to look more professional with a standout website, then you'll want to listen to today's episode release! We're talki...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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34:21
S1 EP 8: Designing Spaces with Your Business in Mind ft. Cameron Johnson
Did you just sign a lease agreement for your new brick and mortar store? Or maybe you're planning to have a office space in the near future... Tune in to today's episode with San Diego interior designer Cameron Johnson who has all the best comm...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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41:50
S1 EP 7 - Take your website from average to above the ordinary - Host episode
Are you planning to DIY your website or simply feel overwhelmed with the foundations of building a great website for your company? Listen to today's 35 minute episode covering 5 different areas of a great website like: the homepage, copywriting...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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36:16
S1 EP6 - Matcha Love for Fellow Brand and Website Designer Aja Duran
In today's episode I'm speaking with fellow brand and website design Aja Duran of Adoro Secco Design Studio. This episode if for fellow brand and website designer or aspiring creatives who are looking for expert advice and fun stories about our...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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46:26
S1 EP 5 - How to Find Clients as a Freelance Designer: Host Episode
Are you a freelancer or freelance designer? Listen to today's episode over how to find clients during slow seasons in business. Visit my website for more information. https://abovedesign.studio/homeStay tuned for my next episode featurin...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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21:51
S1 EP4 - Everything You Need to Know About Digital Advertising - ft. Vanessa Hansen
I'm sure you're wondering about the basics of digital advertising, why it's important, and when the best time to get started with it is. In this episode I'm speaking with digital advertising expert Vanessa Hansen all about this topic! Did you l...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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41:49
S1 EP3 - Grow Your Business While Working a 9-5: Host Episode
In this episode I'm sharing some of my best tips on growing your business alongside working a corporate 9-5! Come for all of my best tips when it comes to mindset, goal setting, establishing a business savings, and learning from your past corpo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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22:59
S1 EP2 - Overcoming Fear & Taking Advantage of Social Media ft. Tani Lopez
Tani López is a Social Media Consultant, Coach, and Founder of her social media consultancy TANIcollective. Within her consultancy, her team offers services like Social Media Management, Consulting and Coaching. Tani is on a mission to help bus...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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28:07
S1 EP1 - Finding Joy & Freedom as a Brand and Website Designer: Host Episode
Learn more about why I've started The Entrepreneur Sip Podcast and how the design industry found me. I never thought I would be able to say that I work full time from home as a brand and website designer, but when you work hard dreams become re...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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19:07