
Ep. 2: Brain Dumps & Brainstorms: Finding Your Creative Flow
05/10/24 • 40 min
Join hosts Chloe and Darci as they give listeners a behind-the-scenes peek into the early stages of their own creative processes, sharing exactly how they turn jumbled thoughts into clearly executed ideas.
Breaking down the difference between a brain dump and a brainstorm, along with how to use each one, this episode’s conversation is packed with valuable advice for finding your creative flow when your brain feels busy or (worse!) blocked.
So, whether you’re sifting through endless ideas for your brand or struggling to get started, Brand Jam has your back!
Resources mentioned in this episode include:
Chloe & Darci’s favorite free graphic design tool > Canva
Darci’s favorite pens > Pilot G2 in .38
Chloe’s favorite pens > Pilot G2 in .5
Creative coach extraordinaire > Caitlin Liz Fisher
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Join hosts Chloe and Darci as they give listeners a behind-the-scenes peek into the early stages of their own creative processes, sharing exactly how they turn jumbled thoughts into clearly executed ideas.
Breaking down the difference between a brain dump and a brainstorm, along with how to use each one, this episode’s conversation is packed with valuable advice for finding your creative flow when your brain feels busy or (worse!) blocked.
So, whether you’re sifting through endless ideas for your brand or struggling to get started, Brand Jam has your back!
Resources mentioned in this episode include:
Chloe & Darci’s favorite free graphic design tool > Canva
Darci’s favorite pens > Pilot G2 in .38
Chloe’s favorite pens > Pilot G2 in .5
Creative coach extraordinaire > Caitlin Liz Fisher
Follow Brand Jam:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brandjampod/
Threads https://www.threads.net/@brandjampod
Website https://www.brandjampod.com
Follow Chloe at Chloe Arielle Design:
Website https://www.chloearielle.com/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chloearielle
Threads https://www.threads.net/@chloearielle
Follow Darci at Sweet Tooth Creative
Website https://sweettoothcreative.com/
Previous Episode

Ep. 1: You Don't Need a Logo: Branding Basics for Small Businesses
Join co-hosts Chloe and Darci as they talk about what it’s like to build a brand from scratch as a small business owner.
Drawing on their professional expertise (Chloe’s as a brand and web designer, Darci’s as a brand voice copywriter), as well as their personal experiences as solo entrepreneurs, they offer listeners realistic and actionable advice for crafting a brand identity that grows with your business.
This episode covers what a brand needs from day 1 (hint: it’s not a logo!), what you can put off for later, and common pitfalls to avoid when going the DIY-route.
So, if you’re ready to increase brand awareness and boost your brand visibility but don’t know where to start, you’ve come to the right place!
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Website https://www.chloearielle.com/
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Follow Darci at Sweet Tooth Creative
Website https://sweettoothcreative.com/
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Ep. 3: Brand Clarity: What it is, Why it matters, & How to Achieve it
Join hosts Chloe and Darci as they talk about an essential ingredient that’s easy to overlook when you’re baking your brand from scratch: Brand Clarity.
This episode takes listeners beyond the buzzword, explaining why brand clarity is a critical first step towards building brand awareness and sharing practical ways to prioritize it in your creative process, even when you’re learning as you go.
So, if you’re building your brand on a budget and things feel a bit muddled, there’s no need to worry. Brand Jam has your back!
Follow Brand Jam:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brandjampod/
Threads https://www.threads.net/@brandjampod
Website https://www.brandjampod.com
Follow Chloe at Chloe Arielle Design:
Website https://www.chloearielle.com/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chloearielle
Threads https://www.threads.net/@chloearielle
Follow Darci at Sweet Tooth Creative
Website https://sweettoothcreative.com/
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