How’s your energy, M’dear? More importantly, is your current energetic vibe aligned with the version of you that you want to bring into 2025? If not, it might be time for an energy evaluation. Your energy is the frequency that will attract or detract from the goals you’re calling for. In this powerful episode, I share how to identify energy drains, release what isn't serving you, and align your business with your highest vibration. ? Episode Highlights: [1:49] The #1 reason your big ideas aren't materializing (and how to change that) [7:20] How to identify and release energy-draining activiti ..read more

I heard something once: if you don’t even know how to receive a compliment, how do you expect to receive abundance or sales in your business?  This blew my mind because so many people are blocking their ability to receive - even a compliment, no less great financial success in their business.  Enter Cathy Heller, my brilliant friend who is an expert on receiving abundance by turning your frequency dial up to the frequency of whatever you desire. She just wrote a “future” bestseller called Abundant Ever After: Tools For Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease.  We had a fantastic ..read more

What if creating your business plan for 2025 was actually fun and inspiring?  Well, it can be! If you need help to turn your creative vision into a profitable business strategy with an executable business plan, you're not alone. When I started my business, I wrote a 35-page business plan that took months to complete.  Guess what? I never looked at it again. Why? Because it was complicated and uninspiring!  In today’s episode of Thrive by Design, I break down my step-by-step annual planning process into SIX actionable steps.  ? In this episode, you'll discover: [2:15] Why ..read more

Welcome to the Thrive by Design podcast! I'm Tracy Matthews, and in this episode, we're diving into how to connect with your audience on social media to drive daily sales.  Tune in to discover: Why it’s not enough to know basic facts about your ideal customers - and what else you need to know How to sell to men looking to buy jewelry for their wives The right “vibe” your Instagram needs to attract your dream customers What information to remove from your Instagram Bio that might be wasting space and unknowingly turning your customers away How to take photos that match your brand ..read more

We’re diving into some incredibly important topics about ethical and sustainable jewelry production, making, and sourcing!   This is a hot topic that everyone wants to talk about and learn about, so we’re also going to explore the Ethical Metalsmiths Organization.    I’ve been on their advisory board for a couple of years, and I just love what they’re doing to mentor designers and create community in a very different way than we do over here at Flourish and Thrive Academy.    In the latest episode of the Thrive by Design Podcast, I chat with Jennifer Dawes and Jay Monc ..read more

Transform your entrepreneurial journey through the power of manifestation and identity shifts! Join me as I talk with serial entrepreneur Peter Kell, who turned 7 failed businesses into $110M+ in sales through a revolutionary approach to spiritual laws and success mindset. Discover how shifting from a "struggling entrepreneur" to embodying your successful future self can revolutionize your jewelry business. Peter shares his powerful journaling method, manifestation techniques, and a fresh interpretation of ancient wisdom that will change how you approach business growth. ? Episode Highlights ..read more

What are you done with?    To answer this profound question, this week we’ve got a special double-barrel episode release on the Thrive by Design podcast — How to Double Your Sales in Half the Time, and How to Know When You’re Done — And What to Do Next.    Both episodes are intended to shake you up out of the parts of your life where you’re stuck and know it’s time for a change.   Asking what I was done with in my own ‘rock bottom’ moment back in 2008 started me on the journey to the life and business I have today.   I was 40, and in total shock aft ..read more

Ready to transform your jewelry brand's Instagram presence? In this game-changing episode, Instagram growth expert Keisha Leilani reveals how she organically grew from 0 to 55,000 followers and shares the exact strategies working NOW on Instagram. Learn the three types of content every jewelry brand needs, discover Instagram's newest engagement-boosting features, and get actionable tips for turning followers into buyers - all without spending hours on the app. ? Episode Highlights:  [3:15] How Keisha built a 55K+ following with zero paid ads [12:01] The three-content framework that drive ..read more

Want to get your jewelry featured in top gift guides without spending thousands on PR? Award-winning PR strategist Gloria Chou reveals her proven CPR method for pitching gift guides that actually get responses. Learn why you don't need a massive following or previous press coverage to land features in major publications, plus discover how to find the right editors and build lasting media relationships that lead to repeat coverage. In this episode, you'll learn: • [2:15] Why your Instagram following doesn't matter (and what editors really care about) • [5:30] The exact formula for writing pitch ..read more

I published the Desired Brand Effect 3 years ago this week, and thanks to you it not only became a bestseller - but helped many jewelry brands finally find their brand voice and raise themselves above the competition.   (Haven’t read it yet? Buy it here) One common request I get is for a workbook that goes along with the book and makes it easier to implement all the life-changing advice. So today I’m happy to announce the Desired Sharing Proposition Brand Guidelines. Today’s podcast episode is all about what you need to know to create your Desired Brand Effect, fill out your Brand Guideli ..read more