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Vision, direction & dynamic momentum for your creative life & business — online, onscreen & on purpose.
What I do.
And who I dig.

I work with creative solo/entrepreneurs who want inspiration, intensity & clarity of purpose.
Luxe lifestyle brands seeking elegant direction for new product development.
Rockstars, filmmakers, executives and assistants who aren’t sure what’s next and need a jumpstart.
And emerging artists who want visibility, confidence, and a lil’ bit of X-factor to set them apart.

Strategy, branding & visual storytelling.
Grounding, steering, and intentional growth.
Ego-trips, roadblocks & gargantuan fears.
We’re gonna tackle a bit little of everything.
Because it’s all connected, anyway.

Here’s what to expect, when you’re playing with me…

: Potent questions. Playful, precise & a little bit piercing. I like to dive straight into what’s really UP — the messiest, tangliest struggle on your plate — and elevate from there.

: Pure congratulation. If you’ve committed to a mega-challenge, launched a new business, or stepped into the biggest creative project of your LIFE, I’m going to cheer for you. Loud & clear. Not when you’ve proven yourself ‘worthy’. Right now. At the starting gates. And all the way to the finish line.

: Rapid insights. They don’t call me “The Girl Who Knows” for nothing. I see you. The real you. And I’ve got a wild bouquet of ideas about where you can fly from here…

: Multi-media fusion. Depending on how we choose to work together, you might find me recommending a photo + video shoot. Or sending you off on an impromptu road-trip adventure. Or curating a digital inspiration board to guide your branding development. Just roll with it. Visuals work.

: Sheer delight. I’m here to advise & inform — but also to create a sensory experience for you. I aim for beauty, wonder & whimsy. I want you to leave each session with me on a HIGH — that lasts. And lasts.

Choose your own adventure:
2 ways to play.

A virtual launchpad to get you + your creative idea off the ground.

Do any of these sound familiar?

  • You have a great idea. Like a REALLY great idea. But no idea how to get it off the ground
  • You’re worried you don’t have the business chops to get this thing going on your own
  • You wonder if you’ll ever be able to financially support yourself with your own business
  • You feel overwhelmed by all that needs to be done to launch your idea
  • You’re afraid that if you don’t do something now, your idea will stay just that . . . an idea

I advise + coach creative solo/entrepreneurs just like you, who have a killer idea or project, but NO clue how to get it off the ground (and aren’t willing to read hundreds of books or spend years learning the ropes)!
I help you focus on the details, get accountable, lay out an action plan, hone a clear marketing strategy and finally create that idea that you’ve been sitting on. . . for months (or possibly years)!
Think of me as your personal shortcut to making your dream happen, NOW!

As a result of this program, you will…

  • Get your idea off the ground
  • Know how to keep your business up & running (i promise, it’s not as hard as it sounds)!
  • FINALLY start making money doing what you love
  • Identify your own unique customers and clients who will love what you do (and won’t hesitate to buy)
  • Gain the confidence and the business chops you never thought you could have
  • Setup effective systems and time management practices so you can get it all done — and still have time for the FUN stuff!
  • Feel excited to get up in the morning and get to work!
  • Have a clear map for the next year (or more) of your business
  • Identify your goals and start taking measurable steps to achieving each and every one of them
  • Shake off that feeling of “not being ready” – and finally GO FOR IT!

This package includes:

Pre-flight Playbook
Prior to our phone sessions together, you’ll dig into a custom pre-flight playbook where you’ll give me the low-down on your big idea. It will help you to get clear on who you are, what you’re offering and most importantly, WHY you want to offer it. It’ll also help you see where you’re struggling and could use a little help.
It’s inside these pages where you’ll set the stage for the work to come. And quite frankly, the pre-flight is magical.

Pre-flight Intensive
In this 3-hour discovery session we’ll dig into that luscious pre-flight playbook of yours and and you’ll dial me in on who you are and what your hopes and dreams our. It’s like the perfect 1st date between your brain and mine. We’ll come away with a clear idea of next steps and you’ll feel beautiful inspired and excited for the weeks to come!

Weekly Flight Sessions
After the pre-flight intensive in Week 1, we’ll jam for 50 minutes weekly, over the course of the next month. We’ll review how you did the week before and make a plan for the week ahead. And since it’s all about moving towards your goal of getting your idea off the ground . . . I’ll be holding you accountable each week. That might mean tackling some of those sticky obstacles that keep tripping you up. Or finding alternative ways of looking at a situation. It’s all about perspective. And I’m here to help you have some.
I’m also here to help you take action. To put new found lessons into practice. And to keep pushing your own edge. It’s fun. It’s delicious. And sometimes delirious. In the best possible way!
Provided you show up and do the work in between our jam sessions, you’ll be well on your way to taking flight!

Solo Flight Plan
During our weekly sessions, we’ll lay out a personalized flight plan for the week. It will include at least one Action + one Inquiry.
The action will involve you taking action in your business and/or your life. Game on!
The inquiry will involve you chewing on a concept or nugget of wisdom during the week.
This process is about personal growth just as much as professional momentum. It’s all intertwined. And I want you to soar. Cool? Cool.

Post-flight Refresher + Recap
After our 6-weeks of work together, I’m going to set you free. To build, to soar and of course, to stumble.
Just when you hit those first big obstacles or bumps in the road (about 4-weeks later), you’ll get one last oh-so-perfectly timed jam session.
This time we’ll chat for up to 1.5 hours. You’ll bring your questions and concerns and I’ll help you get back on track. Deal?

All of the above, for 6 weeks, for $2197.

Ready to get signed up?
Click below to apply – and let me know why this package is a fit for you!

I have had the opportunity to work with Stephanie on several projects, including our first non-profit promo video, our new website, as well as social media strategy and management. She has the utmost respect for client time and deadlines.
She never exceeded our budget on any project, which is a real issue with some other professionals. But if I had to point out only one important aspect of working with Stephanie, it would be that I trusted her work. She never settled for less than what she knew I wanted. Stephanie puts everything into her work, and she delivers next to perfection!
-Little Patriots Embraced

An artist-friendly, soulful, business + marketing intensive exclusively for filmmakers + musicians who are ready to rock!

Do any of these sound familiar?

  • You’re sick and tired of watching other filmmakers or musicians make a living and have big successes, while you standby and watch on the sidelines
  • You realize that entertainment + economics can co-exist, but you can’t figure out how to make it work for you
  • You wonder why your EP or short film isn’t attracting more of a following online and off
  • You know you’re super talented at what you do, but have NO CLUE about business or marketing
  • You like your day job(s) and all, but would really like to start living your passion

I mentor + advise filmmakers and musicians just like you, who have killer films and amazing music, but NO clue how to find your ideal audience (and are sick and tired of playing the “starving artist”).

I help you focus on the details, lay out a clear action plan for you and your unique project so you’ll finally gain some traction after years of feeling the struggle!

As a result of this 1-on-1 mentorship program, you will…
  • Get your film + album off the ground and in front of the right audience
  • Banish the “starving artist” mentality for good and start making money from your art
  • Know how to keep the business side of your art up & running (i promise, it’s not as hard as it sounds)
  • Have a clear plan on how to manage your time + energy so you can create AND run a business
  • Learn effective ways to excite and engage your fans — and turn them into lifetime lovers of your work (a.k.a. Superfans!)
  • Understand the inner + outer workings of social media — so you can start to use it to your advantage
  • Gain more confidence and business smarts than you ever thought possible
  • Identify your goals and start taking measurable steps to achieving them
  • Have a clear roadmap for the next year (or more) that will help you get rid of overwhelm and into action

This package includes:

* Behind-The-Scenes Playbook
Prior to our phone sessions together, you’ll dig into a custom behind-the-scenes playbook where you’ll give me the low-down on you + your art. It will help you to get clear on who you are, what you’re creating and most importantly, WHY you want to create your art in the first place. It’ll also help you see where you’re struggling and could use a little help. It’s inside these pages where you’ll set the stage for the deeper work to come. And quite frankly, this part of the work, is non-negotiable (and all kinds of magical)!

* Weekly Jam Sessions
You + i will jam (by Skype or phone) for 6 weeks (50 minutes each session). We’ll dig into your art + work. We’ll help you create space for the business of your art. On each call, we’ll review how you did the week before and make a plan for the week ahead. And since it’s all about moving towards your goal of getting your film / music career off the ground? I’ll be holding you accountable each week. That might mean tackling some of those tricky obstacles that keep tripping you up. Or finding alternative ways of looking at a situation. It’s all about perspective. And I’m here to help you have some. I’m also here to help you take action. To put your new found skills into practice. And to keep pushing your own edge. It’s fun. It’s delicious. And sometimes delirious. In the best possible way! Provided you show up and do the work in between our jam sessions, you’ll be well on your way to finding your place in the spotlight!

* Weekly Game Plan
During our jam sessions, we’ll lay out a personalized weekly game plan, i.e. what you’ll work on in the week ahead. It will include at least (1) Action + (1) Inquiry. The action will involve you taking action in your business and/or creative process. Game on! The inquiry will involve you chewing on a concept or nugget of wisdom during the week. This process is about personal growth just as much as professional momentum. It’s all intertwined. And I want you to shine. Cool? Cool.

* On-going Support
For the duration of our time together, you will have my personal email address and can email me quick questions, brilliant insights or other nagging thoughts at anytime, as needed. I will always respond within 24-hours – usually less (during business hours, 5-days per week).

You get all of the above, for 6 weeks, for $1197.

Ready to ditch the starving artist routine?

Apply now! Click below to apply – and let me know why this package is a fit for you!

Working with you was a joy. You patiently guided me through concepting and storyboarding and I enjoyed that you were was able to mesh my ideas with your own. You always understood what I meant, even when I wasn’t able to articulate my thoughts clearly. I was delighted to leave myself and my project in your utterly talented and capable hands. The experience was completely positive and I loved the outcome! You’re a consummate professional and true talent.
-Lisa Wiseman, photographer
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