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I’m Right on Top of That, Rose
The Career Benefits of Being Just Unqualified Enough If you are an elder millennial like me, you already get it. If not, please stop what you're doing and stream Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead immediately. This blog will still be here when you return. Sue Ellen’s magical phrase—“I’m right on top of that, Rose”—is basically waiting for a narrator to add, “And folks, she was absolutely not on top of that.” It is less a status update and more a verbal smoke bomb. Rose asks
Jul 308 min read


For Kilts Sake, Don't Rebrand Scotch!
For the record, this is not design doctrine. No research was conducted, no focus groups were harmed and I am not suggesting every Scotch bottle must look as though it survived a minor clan dispute. Just one loud girls rant. I think this is one of those, when in Rome...well Scotland situations. As a designer I'm usually drawn to packaging that feels fresh, clever and considered. Give me an unexpected color palette, a beautiful typeface and a brand with enough personality to ma
Jul 233 min read


Design: Feelings before things
Before I design anything, I like to ask one deeply annoying question: What is this supposed to feel like? Not what color should it be. Not what font are we using. Not should the button be rounded, squared, pill-shaped, ghosted, outlined, or spiritually unavailable. What should someone feel when they land here? Relieved? Curious? Safe? Energized? Seen? Like they suddenly have their life together because a website had good spacing? That feeling matters because people usually kn
Jul 176 min read


In Defense of the “Unsexy” Brand
A lot of creatives grow up thinking the dream is to work on brands like Apple, Nike, Glossier, or whichever brand currently has the internet collectively whispering, “the art direction.” And of course, I get it. Those brands are beautiful. They are culturally fluent. They have mythology. They have taste. They have the kind of brand equity that makes every campaign feel like it is arriving with its own fog machine and keynote soundtrack. But there is another creative path that
Jun 259 min read


Why Do Brands Only Like the Joke After Someone Else Makes It?
Sometimes the joke is not the problem. Sometimes the fear is. A funny look at creative timing, nut jokes, safe branding, and why the best social moments need room to move.
Jun 147 min read


Be More Pirate: The Creative Rule-Breaking Books Worth Keeping on Your Desk
A fun creative review of Be More Pirate and How To: Be More Pirate, with lessons for designers, artists, writers, marketers, and creative rule-breakers.
Jun 110 min read


Pulling Weeds and Parking Thoughts: A Creative’s Guide to Clearing Mental Clutter
For creative brains juggling ideas, errands, reminders, and rogue intrusive thoughts, this is a funny little system for clearing mental clutter: pull the weeds, park the useful thoughts, and make room for the better ideas.
May 2210 min read


How to Tell You're Not Just a Designer Anymore
That itchy "am I outgrowing my job?" feeling? It might be a promotion your brain already gave you. 5 signs you've become a creative director.
May 126 min read


Set Your Intentions for 2026: Get Zen as F*ck for Goal-Setting and Sanity
In the new year many of us are on a journey of self-improvement and goal setting. Enter the Zen as F*ck Journals!
Dec 31, 20257 min read


Tarot for When Life Is a Hot Mess: The Best Beginner Tarot Decks in 2025
Feeling like the U.S. (and your life) is one giant Tower card moment? Learn how to use tarot to bring clarity, laughter, and guidance in today’s chaos. Plus, find the best beginner tarot decks for 2025 with reviews, pros/cons, and my top Amazon pick.
Sep 22, 20253 min read


7 Secret Perks of Passive Income No One Talks About (Botox Could Never Do All This)
Passive income isn’t just about money — it’s about freedom, confidence, and secret life upgrades no one tells you about. Discover the hidden benefits of passive income and how Digital Wealth Academy can get you there.
Sep 17, 20253 min read


I Took a Digital Wealth Course and Accidentally Wrote a Book
Let’s be clear up front: Digital Wealth Academy is not a writing course. No one in the videos said, “Here’s how to outline your memoir”...
May 15, 20254 min read


Unleash Your Inner Boss Babe: How I Turned Passion into Profit With Affiliate Marketing
I was the go-to person for everything from the fluffiest pillows to the healthiest pet food. And honestly, I loved it!
Jun 2, 20246 min read


From a Guy's Girl to a Girl's Girl: My Journey to Sisterhood and Self-Worth
As I navigated my way through life, something magical happened. I stumbled upon a group of women who shattered my previous misconceptions.
May 27, 20242 min read


Power of Affiliate Marketing: Why It Trumps E-commerce Stores
In the ever-evolving landscape of online entrepreneurship, two prominent avenues stand out: affiliate marketing and e-commerce stores.
May 5, 20243 min read


The 5 AM Club: A Transformative Book for Women in their 40s
Robin Sharma's unique book, "The 5 AM Club," offers a unique and effective approach to reclaiming your mornings and transforming your life.
Apr 16, 20244 min read


Digital Wealth Academy: Women Empowering Women
The Digital Wealth Academy stands head and shoulders above the rest. This comprehensive program isn't just another online course.
Apr 12, 20244 min read


Why Chani Nicholas’ Deck of Plenty is Your Next Must-Have Tarot Deck
Hey there, cosmic voyagers and tarot enthusiasts! Ever feel like you need a sprinkle of magic in your daily routine? You're in for a...
Feb 16, 20244 min read


Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age from Katherine May
"Enchantment" serves as a roadmap, leading women toward a newfound appreciation for the ordinary, the mundane, and the overlooked.
Dec 26, 20232 min read


Creative Sorcery with Big Magic: Why Every Woman Needs a Dose of Elizabeth Gilbert
Where schedules and responsibilities often cast a shadow on our dreams, "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert is a beacon of light.
Dec 26, 20233 min read
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