{"id":711,"date":"2026-04-10T03:13:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T03:13:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthyhappywisewealthy.com\/?post_type=podcast&#038;p=711"},"modified":"2026-04-10T03:13:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T03:13:35","slug":"celebrating-podcast-wins-creative-ideas-habit-building-and-guest-takeaways","status":"publish","type":"podcast","link":"https:\/\/healthyhappywisewealthy.com\/index.php\/podcast\/celebrating-podcast-wins-creative-ideas-habit-building-and-guest-takeaways\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Podcast Wins: Creative Ideas, Habit Building, and Guest Takeaways"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Welcome to Healthy Happy Wise Wealthy (HHWW)! In this milestone episode, hosts Mary Meyer and Erika Christie celebrate hitting ten podcasts and delve into the creative process behind HHWW. Together, they share insights on launching creative projects, choosing the right metrics for success, and striking a balance between business and passion. Whether you\u2019re a business owner, a creative, or someone looking for inspiration to start your own project, this conversation is packed with real talk, laughter, and actionable wisdom from two experienced creatives.<\/p>\n\n\n \n<div data-block=\"gutenkit\/button\" data-post-id=\"711\" id=\"block-9cf10cb2-9c59-4065-acb8-fe8f167d9752\" class=\"wp-block-gutenkit-button gkit7d9752 gutenkit-block\"><div class=\"gkit-btn-wraper\"><a class=\"gkit-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/OT5yzgEVxW4?si=q4AZItHrv6kgejLF\">Click to Watch<div class=\"icon-right\"><svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" class=\"gkit-icon\">\n<title>play-button1<\/title>\n<path d=\"M29.85 8.403c-2.136-3.7-5.585-6.346-9.711-7.452s-8.436-0.538-12.136 1.598c-3.7 2.136-6.346 5.585-7.452 9.711s-0.538 8.436 1.598 12.136c2.136 3.7 5.585 6.346 9.711 7.452 1.378 0.369 2.776 0.552 4.165 0.552 2.771 0 5.506-0.727 7.971-2.15 3.7-2.136 6.346-5.585 7.452-9.711s0.538-8.436-1.598-12.136zM29.839 20.108c-0.991 3.697-3.361 6.786-6.676 8.7s-7.175 2.422-10.872 1.431c-3.697-0.991-6.786-3.361-8.7-6.676s-2.422-7.175-1.431-10.872c0.991-3.697 3.361-6.786 6.676-8.7 2.208-1.275 4.658-1.926 7.141-1.926 1.244 0 2.497 0.164 3.731 0.494 3.697 0.99 6.786 3.361 8.7 6.676s2.422 7.175 1.431 10.872zM23.674 14.891l-10.283-5.937c-0.546-0.315-1.197-0.315-1.743-0s-0.871 0.879-0.871 1.509v11.874c0 0.63 0.326 1.194 0.871 1.509 0.273 0.158 0.572 0.236 0.871 0.236s0.599-0.079 0.871-0.236l10.283-5.937c0.546-0.315 0.871-0.879 0.871-1.509s-0.326-1.194-0.871-1.509zM22.841 16.467l-10.283 5.937c-0.013 0.007-0.039 0.022-0.077 0s-0.039-0.052-0.039-0.067v-11.874c0-0.014 0-0.045 0.039-0.067 0.015-0.009 0.028-0.012 0.040-0.012 0.018 0 0.030 0.007 0.038 0.012l10.283 5.937c0.013 0.007 0.039 0.022 0.039 0.067s-0.026 0.060-0.039 0.067zM25.831 8.803c-1.981-2.559-4.958-4.278-8.169-4.716-0.455-0.062-0.876 0.257-0.938 0.712s0.257 0.876 0.712 0.938c2.782 0.38 5.361 1.869 7.077 4.086 0.164 0.212 0.41 0.323 0.659 0.323 0.178 0 0.358-0.057 0.509-0.174 0.364-0.281 0.43-0.805 0.149-1.168z\"><\/path>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n \n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf1f Topics Covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The creative process behind starting the HHWW podcast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balancing full-time work and creative side projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Setting and tracking metrics for podcast (or business) success<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The value of listening and breathwork across business, health, and creativity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigating the intersection of creativity and business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborating effectively on creative teams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How &#8220;generative software&#8221; (AI) supports podcast productivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advice for creatives who want to expand into business\u2014and vice versa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The evolving media landscape: local promotion, AI\u2019s role, and community impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n \n<div data-block=\"gutenkit\/button\" data-post-id=\"711\" id=\"block-9d252032-9806-46fa-8025-5f65bfb59c85\" class=\"wp-block-gutenkit-button gkitb59c85 gutenkit-block\"><div class=\"gkit-btn-wraper\"><a class=\"gkit-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/share.transistor.fm\/s\/41aa7e22\">Click to Listen<div class=\"icon-right\"><svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" class=\"gkit-icon\">\n<title>play-button1<\/title>\n<path d=\"M29.85 8.403c-2.136-3.7-5.585-6.346-9.711-7.452s-8.436-0.538-12.136 1.598c-3.7 2.136-6.346 5.585-7.452 9.711s-0.538 8.436 1.598 12.136c2.136 3.7 5.585 6.346 9.711 7.452 1.378 0.369 2.776 0.552 4.165 0.552 2.771 0 5.506-0.727 7.971-2.15 3.7-2.136 6.346-5.585 7.452-9.711s0.538-8.436-1.598-12.136zM29.839 20.108c-0.991 3.697-3.361 6.786-6.676 8.7s-7.175 2.422-10.872 1.431c-3.697-0.991-6.786-3.361-8.7-6.676s-2.422-7.175-1.431-10.872c0.991-3.697 3.361-6.786 6.676-8.7 2.208-1.275 4.658-1.926 7.141-1.926 1.244 0 2.497 0.164 3.731 0.494 3.697 0.99 6.786 3.361 8.7 6.676s2.422 7.175 1.431 10.872zM23.674 14.891l-10.283-5.937c-0.546-0.315-1.197-0.315-1.743-0s-0.871 0.879-0.871 1.509v11.874c0 0.63 0.326 1.194 0.871 1.509 0.273 0.158 0.572 0.236 0.871 0.236s0.599-0.079 0.871-0.236l10.283-5.937c0.546-0.315 0.871-0.879 0.871-1.509s-0.326-1.194-0.871-1.509zM22.841 16.467l-10.283 5.937c-0.013 0.007-0.039 0.022-0.077 0s-0.039-0.052-0.039-0.067v-11.874c0-0.014 0-0.045 0.039-0.067 0.015-0.009 0.028-0.012 0.040-0.012 0.018 0 0.030 0.007 0.038 0.012l10.283 5.937c0.013 0.007 0.039 0.022 0.039 0.067s-0.026 0.060-0.039 0.067zM25.831 8.803c-1.981-2.559-4.958-4.278-8.169-4.716-0.455-0.062-0.876 0.257-0.938 0.712s0.257 0.876 0.712 0.938c2.782 0.38 5.361 1.869 7.077 4.086 0.164 0.212 0.41 0.323 0.659 0.323 0.178 0 0.358-0.057 0.509-0.174 0.364-0.281 0.43-0.805 0.149-1.168z\"><\/path>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n \n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key Takeaways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start Before You\u2019re Ready: The power of \u201cjust starting\u201d even when things aren\u2019t perfect can\u2019t be overstated. Momentum comes from consistent action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Define Your Metrics: Know what success looks like for your project\u2014whether it\u2019s episodes published, personal growth, audience engagement, or revenue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listening Is Foundational: Active listening is a recurring theme, vital for leadership, creativity, and relationship growth in all fields.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathwork &amp; Mental Health: Multiple guests highlighted conscious breathing as a simple practice for managing stress and improving overall well-being.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embrace Both Sides: Being willing to learn \u201cuncomfortable\u201d business or technical skills can massively expand what\u2019s possible for creatives\u2014and vice versa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration Is Key: Dividing tasks according to strengths and honest communication leads to greater efficiency and more fun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use Tech Wisely: Automation and generative software can free up time for creative work\u2014just double-check AI outputs for quality and human touch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some questions I ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What questions should creators ask themselves to define project success?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do you help someone clarify and launch their creative idea?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are the most important skills for creatives to learn to work with business owners?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can creative professionals \u201cspeak the language\u201d of business to gain more opportunities?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What\u2019s the role of joy and fun in side projects\u2014and does everything need a commercial goal?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What\u2019s your approach to using AI (or generative software) in the podcast workflow?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about our guest Both hosts appeared as speakers this episode:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Erika Christie (co-host):<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm2106294\/?ref_=fn_all_nme_2\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imaginealleydigital.com\/\">https:\/\/www.imaginealleydigital.com\/\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm2106294\/?ref_=fn_all_nme_2\">https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm2106294\/?ref_=fn_all_nme_2<\/a>. @imaginealleyx<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mary Meyer (co-host): @healthyhappywisewealthy @marymeyeract\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm6676621\/\">https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm6676621\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Resources Mentioned:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Asana (project management tool):\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/asana.com\/\">https:\/\/asana.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ChatGPT &amp; Generative Software\u2014discussed as tools to support podcast scripting and summarizing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathwork: Reference to episode with Igor (early HHWW episode)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local TV and radio for promotion (general discussion\u2014no specific stations or links)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For more on listening, leadership, and breathwork, explore previous HHWW podcast episodes on your favorite platform.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at how business, joy, creativity, and practical skills come together\u2014plus a few laughs and actionable ideas for making your next creative move! Don\u2019t forget to subscribe and connect with us on Instagram and Facebook for more inspiration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are excited to have IT company&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindiii.com\/\">https:\/\/www.mindiii.com<\/a>&nbsp;as a podcast sponsor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Founded in 2015, MINDIII is a Product Development and Data + AI Company that builds scalable digital products and intelligent data platforms. They help businesses design, engineer, and launch high-impact web and mobile applications, powered by modern data engineering, analytics, and AI solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specialities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Product Strategy &amp; Full-Stack Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI-Powered Web &amp; Mobile Apps&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data Engineering &amp; Analytics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI &amp; ML Solutions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cloud &amp; DevOps Solutions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IT Consulting &amp; Dedicated Teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UI\/UX &amp; Workflow Automation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Software Testing, Maintenance &amp; Support<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:healthyhappywisewealthy@gmail.com\">healthyhappywisewealthy@gmail.com<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:santosh@mindiii.com\">santosh@mindiii.com<\/a>&nbsp;to request a quote for software services listed above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connect with Healthy Happy Wise Wealthy Podcast:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf1f Connect on @Instagram, @Facebook, @TikTok and @LInkedIn @HealthyHappyWiseWealthy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@HealthyHappyWiseWealthyNetwork<br>Listen on @Spotify, @Audible, @Applepodcasts, @iHeartRadio, @Pandora and more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Know someone who should be a guest? Email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:healthyhappywisewealthy@gmail.com\">healthyhappywisewealthy@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mary Meyer is a Business Development Consultant, Host, On-Camera Talent, Coach and Storyteller<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Produced by the Always Exceptional Erika Christie&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Support our work by donating through Venmo:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.venmo.com\/u\/HealthyHappyWiseWealthy\">https:\/\/www.venmo.com\/u\/HealthyHappyWiseWealthy<\/a>. 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