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Designers - today’s episode is for YOU. Whether it's designing a website, creating a brand, or even just a simple graphic for a blog post, sometimes our creative minds just hit a wall. Maybe you can’t focus, or you just don’t feel like it, or you are actively looking for the inspiration, but you just can’t find it.

Recently, I launched a new template, and it got me thinking about my own creative process again. As a designer, there are times when we need to get in the zone and really focus on the project at hand, right? For example, when I was creating the new template, there were two times that I really had to get in the zone for an extended period of time.

First, was during the “idea stage”. I had to think about the fonts and colors, the vibe, who is it for, and so much more. Later on, I had to make big tweaks and envision what cool things we could do within the template.

In both situations, I needed to be creative and get in the zone, which is one of my favorite things to do as a designer anyway. It's a treasure to be able to turn off other business hats and focus solely on the design project. I know many of you listening feel the same way because you love being designers and you love the work you do. So today, I’m sharing 5 tips for getting in the zone when working on a design project.

I would love to see how you make it your own, so make sure to find me on Instagram @elizabethmccravy and share what works for you when you get in the zone.

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What's a design audit, you ask? It's a chance for you to ask me to audit anything design-related that you're working on, whether it's a client project you are stuck on or even an audit of your own Instagram account feed. All you need to do is fill out a form, and I'll provide you with a detailed Loom video where I give my personal feedback (so that you can get another designer's eyes on your work).

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Links mentioned in this episode:

• Get the full show notes: https://elizabethmccravy.com/209

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Have you ever considered choosing a word—or a few words—to guide your business goals for the year? Not just for your personal life, but for your business. If you’re craving clarity, focus, and a sense of purpose as you head into 2025, this episode is for you.

Let me also just say this: I know that this idea might feel intimidating, especially if you take goal-setting seriously or worry about “getting it right.” But here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. Choosing a Word of the Year for your business is about setting an intention and letting it inspire your decisions all year long.

Trust me, this is one of the most impactful strategies I’ve used to stay aligned with my business goals. In this episode, I’ll walk you through:

• Why choosing a word for your business is different from your personal life—and why it matters.
• How to pick your word(s) without getting stuck in analysis paralysis.
• My words for 2023, how they shaped my year, and why I chose four words for 2024.
• Strategies to keep your word(s) front and center all year long (so you don’t forget by February!).

By the end of this episode, my hope is that you’ll feel empowered to choose your own Word of the Year and use it as a compass for your business in 2025!

Links Mentioned:

• Get the full shownotes: https://elizabethmccravy.com/298
• Shop Elizabeth McCravy Templates: https://elizabethmccravy.com/shop
• Starting a Podcast? Learn more about Podcast Success Blueprint: https://elizabethmccravy.com/psb
• Join Booked Out Designer: https://elizabethmccravy.com/bod
• Grab my Profit Sheet before the new year: https://elizabethmccravy.com/profit-sheet
• Not sure what template is for you? Take the quiz: https://elizabethmccravy.com/quiz
• Connect with Elizabeth on Instagram: https://instagram.com/elizabethmccravy

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So you got a website template or maybe you’re thinking about getting a template, but you want things done ASAP. I’m talking about a 5 day set up then launched! It IS possible, and I’ve had many customers over the years get their sites done in a DAY and even more in a week or a few weeks. In today’s episode, I’m sharing tips for how to customize and launch your website template faster. Whether you have a template from me or someone else, whether it’s a Showit template or a Squarespace template — doesn’t matter, these tips will help you out!

Now, if this topic sounds familiar to you... it’s because the meat of this episode originally aired in 2020. It was a really popular one based both on downloads and feedback from you all. So whether you listened then and need a refresher or you totally never heard that one, but NEED IT... It’s back and here for you to check out. And with a fresh intro where I talk a little bit about what’s been going on with me lately in newborn life!

Your website can’t go to work for your business unless it’s live for the world to see. So, let’s get it live and up asap! Turn the volume up for my top 8 time-saving hacks to get your site up fast!

Get the full show notes for this episode at http://elizabethmccravy.com/143

Watch a tour of the Showit Blueprint Course mentioned in this episode: https://elizabethmccravy.com/course-video

Shop the EM Shop Showit Website Templates: https://elizabethmccravy.com/shop/

See a showcase of what our amazing customers do with their sites: https://elizabethmccravy.com/showcase

Take the website personality quiz: https://elizabethmccravy.com/style

See fun, free freebies and resources for your business: http://elizabethmccravy.com/tools

Hang out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethmccravy/

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Thanks to our sponsor, Christian Heathcare Ministries! CHM is a health cost-sharing ministry and is a faith-based alternative to traditional health insurance. My family LOVES using CHM for our healthcare! You'll save tons of money with CHM, and CHM shares 100% of eligible medical bills. Learn more: elizabethmccravy.com/CHM

There is a big growth opportunity happening on Instagram right now via REELS. Love them or hate them, Instagram is pushing reels on the platform, and it’s worth checking out. Regardless of your following now, you have an opportunity to be SEEN and found by your dream clients through this fun video content! Today I’m interviewing Stephanie Kase to chat #AllThingsReels.

There are about a thousand things I could have interviewed Stephanie about, and fun fact, you’ll actually hear her AGAIN in a few weeks! But, she’s the perfect gal to chat about Reels with because she’s seen huge results from Reels in her own business. Over the past 2 months, she’s grown by over 2,500 followers on Instagram, and she attributes that growth to her reels! Not only that, but she’s had reels get thousands upon thousands of views, many go viral, and one recent reel with over 200,000 views.

As a “newbie” to Reels, I ask Stephanie some important questions! You’ll hear us talk about:

- Content ideas for Reels

- What to do if “dancing and pointing” is not your style

- A workaround if you don’t have the coveted “music feature” on Instagram

- How to create a cool cover for your Reels

- How to batch your Reels in advance and save tons of time

- How long Stephanie takes to make her Reels

- Tips for creating viral Reels

- Tips to engage your viewers immediately!

And so much more!

Plus, if you’re listening LIVE, Stephanie and I are doing a giveaway together on Instagram this week! Head to https://www.instagram.com/elizabethmccravy/ to get the details & enter!

For all the links mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes at http://elizabethmccravy.com/91

Visit Stephanie’s website at http://stephaniekase.com/

Visit Elizabeth’s website at http://elizabethmccravy.com/

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Thanks to our sponsor, Christian Heathcare Ministries! CHM is a health cost-sharing ministry and is a faith-based alternative to traditional health insurance. My family LOVES using CHM for our healthcare! You'll save tons of money with CHM, and CHM shares 100% of eligible medical bills. Learn more: elizabethmccravy.com/CHM

Have you ever thought about hosting a team vision meeting for your business? Whether you’re a solopreneur with a small group of contractors or running a remote team, trust me when I say that this concept could be a game-changer for your business.

If the term “team vision meeting” sounds a little fancy or intimidating, don’t worry—it’s not. This episode breaks it all down step by step so you can plan one for your team, no matter its size or structure (even if it’s just you and your VA). These meetings can help you set the tone for the year, align your team’s efforts, and ensure everyone knows how they’re contributing to the overall business goals.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• What a team vision meeting is
• When to host one
• How to structure your meeting
• What these meetings look like in my business

Plus, I’m sharing a free PDF guide packed with screenshots and examples to help you create your own team vision meeting. You can grab it at elizabethmccravy.com/vision

Links Mentioned:

Get the full shownotes: https://elizabethmccravy.com/299

Grab your free guide walking you through this process: https://elizabethmccravy.com/vision

Shop Elizabeth McCravy Templates: https://elizabethmccravy.com/shop

Join Booked Out Designer: https://elizabethmccravy.com/bod

Not sure what template is for you? Take the quiz: https://elizabethmccravy.com/quiz

Connect with Elizabeth on Instagram: https://instagram.com/elizabethmccravy

Supercharge your email list with BDOW!. This powerful software helps you target the right visitor with the right message at the right time. Get 25% off your subscription with the code ELIZABETH for a limited time! Head to elizabethmccravy.com/BDOW to grab the deal and snag a free BDOW! template I designed just for you and start building a bigger email list, faster!