Meet Chanelle Jefferson, the artist who turned vulnerability into a $300K business strategy. Her story dismantles every "starving artist" myth while proving that authentic visibility isn't just possible—it's profitable. Through her groundbreaking Grief Project, she's showing us how creativity becomes a catalyst for both healing and serious revenue. The plot twist? Overcoming limiting beliefs might actually be your biggest business opportunity.
In this episode we're unpacking:
The exact mindset shifts that took her art business from $0 to $300K
Why perfectionism is killing your visibility (and your revenue)
Converting vulnerability into a sustainable business model
How the Grief Project transformed personal healing into scalable success
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About your host: Samantha Fackler is an Executive Leadership Coach and Marketing Advisor who transforms how women entrepreneurs approach business growth. With 12+ years guiding both Fortune 500 companies (think Apple, PayPal, LinkedIn) and early-stage founders, she brings a rare blend of corporate strategy and human-centered leadership to help you scale intentionally. Her approach? Building sustainable, profitable businesses without the burnout narrative. Because success shouldn't cost you your wellbeing.
Connect with Sam:
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Connect with Chanelle:
Instagram: @chanellejefferson_
Website: chanellejefferson.com
Shop Chanelle's artwork: chanellejefferson.com/shop
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