The Passion Pursuit Podcast

91: How She Grew Her Email List To Over 24k Using Pinterest: A Conversation With Nadalie Bardo

Welcome back to another episode of Conversations with Creatives!Today, I have Nadalie Bardo-- on the show!
In this episode we talk about:
What is Pinterest and it works 
How Pinterest is different from other platforms (aka-it's NOT social media!)
How to get started with Pinterest marketing (what to post, how to post etc).
The secrets to success on Pinterest
Why is Pinterest essential when growing your business in 2025?
If Pinterest replaces social or enhances it
And so much more!
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90: How To Keep The Faith When You Can't See The Progress

Today I'm back with a solo episode on how to keep the faith when you can't see the process.
I talk about:
The parallel of pregnancy and business
How we may be effected by the inability to see the process
The seasons of business
How to support yourself in keeping the faith
Where to focus
Get cozy and tune in because this episode came straight from the heart.

89: When Your Greatest Challenges Become Your Greatest Teachers: A Conversation With Amy Sanders

Welcome back to another episode of Conversations with Creatives!Today, I have Amy Sanders-- on the show!
In this episode we talk about:
Her incredible story from lack to abundance
How to use your story to be your greatest asset
What it looks like to fully step into your confidence
How to increase your belief on what's possible for your finances
Common blocks we have as business owners
And so much more!
 
This episode will teach you, inspire you, and remind you of what is possible.
 
About Amy:
Amy Sanders is a best selling author, master-certified life coach, entrepreneur, and women’s empowerment advocate. With over 20 years of experience, she helps women break free from limiting beliefs, heal from trauma, and create thriving lives and businesses.  Amy has built multiple successful businesses and now uses her Awareness-Alignment-Abundance methodology to empower women to turn their passions into purpose and abundance.  
 
Drawing from personal challenges—including divorce, betrayal, trauma, and loss—Amy’s authentic approach inspires.  She is passionate about helping women align their lives with their dreams to unlock their true potential.
 
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88: The Story of Julip: Instagram vs Reality: A Conversation With Jamie Keane

Welcome back to another episode of Conversations with Creatives!Today, I have Jamie Keane-- on the show!
In this episode we talk about:
The process of bringing a new idea to life
The real BTS of building an app
How important market research is
What happens when a business hire doesn't go to plan
How to navigate the PIVOT we as entrepreneurs face
And the story and branding behind Julip
This episode will show you the good, the bad, and lessons in between when it comes to bringing an idea to life
 
About Jamie:
Jamie is the founder of Julip. A tool to people earn more from home as a UGC creator. This tool can also be used for online service providers to help you professionally present your information faster, better and prettier. Why waste thousands on a website design and development when most people are searching for you on social media
 
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87:Permission To Put Your Blinders On: How To Navigate Being Misunderstood As A Creative Entrepreneur

I am back in action with a solo episode about how to navigate being misunderstood as a creative entrepreneur.
 
In this episode I talk about:
How we look for outside validation to make a move on our dream
How to tune out the opinions when you are stepping outside of the normal
Our greatest desire as a human
How your vision is yours and yours alone
How you pursing your dream is the most selfless thing you could do
and many stories to give you examples!
You are a trail blazer my friend--it's time you own that.
 
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86: How to Integrate Tech and AI Into Your Business With Ease: A Conversation with Maija Malzacher

Welcome back to another episode of Conversations with Creatives!Today, I have Maija Malzacher-- on the show!
We talk about: 
Her passion for tech and helping women embrace the systems we have access too
How to integrate tech and AI into your business
The fears and misconceptions around AI and what holds people back from using these tools
Why now is the time to use tech
and so much more!
About Maija: 
Maija helps women streamline their operations using AI, automation, and intuitive systems that support both their business growth and their well-being. Whether it's integrating AI into daily workflows, automating repetitive tasks, or creating scalable systems that free up time, her mission is to help women build businesses that fit their lives—not the other way around.
She believes that business success isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter, with the right tools, strategies, and mindset shifts. Through her 1:1 work, digital templates, and strategic insights, she empowers women to navigate the evolving world of technology while staying true to their purpose and values.
When she’s not helping clients simplify and scale, you’ll find Maija at home with her 3 littles that never stop moving. (Yes, she finds ways to utilize business tools for her home life as well). They love to travel, gain new experiences, and spend time outdoors.
 
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85: Trust The Timing of Your Dreams--Even When It Doesn't Make Logical Sense

Today I'm back with a solo episode on trusting the timing of your dreams--even when logical it feels like the worst timing.
I talk about:
My most recent decision to buy a company--5 months before having our first baby
How one decision in a time that made no sense led to dream after dream after dream coming to life
What it looked like to chase after dreams outside of the normal
How to trust yourself in the beginning stages when others around may question you
And why it matters to pursue the dreams on your heart.
Get cozy and tune in because this episode came straight from the heart.
 
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84: You Can Sit With Us-The Organic Start Of An Epic Community: A Conversation with Amanda Smith

Welcome back to another episode of Conversations with Creatives!Today, I have Amanda Smith--CEO of Dallas Girl Gang-- on the show!
We talk about: 
The early stages of building a community
Creating something that you yourself are craving
How to pivot when something doesn't feel aligned
The balance of motherhood and business
And the start of her agency
This episode was a beautiful, heart centered, authentic chat that I know you will love!
About Amanda: 
Amanda Smith is the CEO of Dallas Girl Gang, a 50,000+ global community of engaged women connecting in career, business and life. Amanda, also a former elementary music teacher of 7 years, an expert in marketing, events, brand partnerships, and cultivating community. 
After a huge life shift in 2017 and a move to Dallas, Amanda was seeking a community for women that was inclusive and offered resources for career, life, and business- and came up empty. So, she created one herself and named it “Dallas Girl Gang.”   
Now Amanda is bringing their trademarked motto  “You Can Sit With Us ®” to life across Dallas/Ft. Worth and the country through activations with aligned brands such as Athleta, Bumble, Honeybook, Favor, Thirdlove, FreePeople, Olive + June, as well collaborations with others in the industry and consulting women and brands who are building businesses.  
She is passionate about bringing women together into meaningful communities and lifting one another up through events, brand partnerships, and consulting brands and business owners in making more impact through their businesses.
 
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83: How I Prepped For Maternity Leave (And How You Can Do The Same For Any Time Off)

Today I'm back with a solo episode on how I have prepped to be on maternity leave. Whether you are prepping for the same or want to take a sabbatical this episode is for you!
I talk about:
How I decided on the timeline
What steps I've taken to ensure a smooth transition for my clients and community
Where I've sought support and what I delegated
How I went about communication and maintenance with the podcast, blog, etc.
How I prepared financially and fully used the time I had beforehand to be strategic, intentional, and creative
How I plan to return
 
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82: The Year I Have A Baby AND Buy A Second Company--BTS of Becoming Camp Climb's New Owner

Today's episode follows an EPIC announcement: I, Haley, am the new owner and leader of Camp Climb. And today I have the incredible founder Emma Hicks on the podcast to share all about the journey that has led us to today and our excitement for what's to come.
We talk about:
Emma's story of what led her to creating Camp Climb
What Camp Climb is all about and how it has evolved over the years
Why she decided to sell Camp
My journey with Camp Climb and the impact it had on my growth
What led me to saying YES to this acquisition
A behind the scenes snapshot of what this transition has looked like
And what is next for this epic annual event and community
About Camp Climb:
Camp Climb is dedicated to providing a transformative experience for creative women entrepreneurs worldwide. Rooted in the heart of the Midwest, our mission is to foster a supportive community where women can learn, connect, and grow. Through immersive events featuring keynote speakers, panels, workshops, and collaborative sessions, we empower participants at every stage of their journey: from turning ideas into businesses, scaling operations, to sustaining purpose-driven growth. We believe in the power of vulnerability, lifelong connections, and clarity to ignite and sustain entrepreneurial spirit.
 
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