Tracy Matthews

The 3 Core Habits of a Highly Successful Maker

EP377: The 3 Core Habits of a Highly Successful Maker

By Tracy Matthews / December 1, 2022

I was talking to our Diamond Insiders Coach, Dawn, about why some business owners give up on their dreams.  She said something that got me thinking. “A lot of people are not committed to their business in the…

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Tuesday Tip: Quick Tip to Increase Your Average Order Value

By Tracy Matthews / November 29, 2022

Today, I want to talk about a quick tip to increase your average order value as a small business owner. This is something I talk about a lot here on Thrive By Design (I even mentioned it in…

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EP376: Simple Ways to Express and Embody Gratitude (Even When Things Are HARD)

EP376: Simple Ways to Express and Embody Gratitude (Even When Things Are HARD)

By Tracy Matthews / November 24, 2022

In honor of Thanksgiving, I’m going to get a little more personal than usual today.  I’m going to share some vulnerable stories from my own life, and the strategies that help me embody gratitude to get through some…

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Podcast episode 325 Shop 1 in 5 Small Business Directory

#325 Shop One in Five (Small Businesses) This Holiday Season

By Tracy Matthews / November 16, 2021

The biggest pain point for small business owners to make more sales online is the struggle to get exposure. Jacqueline Snyder and Minna Khounlo-Sithep, co-hosts of The Product Boss podcast and small business owners themselves, are rocking the…

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#319 How Your Energy Attracts Your Reality

By Tracy Matthews / October 12, 2021

I don’t think I’m alone in saying the past couple years have spurred a tremendous amount of personal growth. Recently, I’ve had to take a look at the ways I’ve been showing up for myself and for my…

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#314 From Jewelry Maker to Media Mogul with Vanessa Coppes of Bella Magazine

By Tracy Matthews / September 7, 2021

Knowing how to pitch your jewelry to media publications is key to establishing brand credibility. I got the inside scoop from the CEO and Editor in Chief of Bella Magazine. Vanessa Coppes began her professional journey as a…

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#310 What to Do When Someone Blatantly Copies You

By Tracy Matthews / August 12, 2021

If you’ve had someone blatantly copy your work before, you know how frustrating it can be. There are a million questions running through your head, but the biggest one is “What do I do?” This problem is all…

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#309 How to Use Pinterest to Get More Traffic to Your Site, Grow Your Audience, and Make More Sales with Andrea Li

By Tracy Matthews / August 10, 2021

The other day, I logged onto Pinterest for the first time in a while. We’re going through some marketing team changes over here at Flourish & Thrive Academy, and I wanted to check up on our Pinterest presence.…

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How one Momentum designer doubled her revenue when she dialed into the right business activities

By Tracy Matthews / August 6, 2021

Today I’d like to introduce you to Kate of Kate Sydney Jewelry.  In Kate’s own words, “gems are my love language,” and she’s been growing her business, and supporting her family of 4, for the last 5 years.…

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How one Successful Jewelry Designer Grew his Business, Gained More Personal Time, and Eliminated Overwhelm

By Tracy Matthews / July 31, 2021

Today I’d like to introduce you to the talented Jesse Robbins of Jessie Robbins Jewelry. Through our Momentum Program, Jesse has been able to grow his business and get more work-life balance. As a native of Prescott, AZ,…

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