The Kind Business podcast

Hosted by Yarrow Magdalena

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177

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Jun 2026

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A cozy, thoughtful podcast for sensitive, intuitive creatives, neurodivergent business owners, and anyone building a values-led business outside of hustle culture. Each episode offers honest, heart-centered conversations about slow marketing, ethical strategy, money, creativity, and the everyday realities of doing business with care and integrity. Join us at https://pinkwellstudio.com/

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June 15, 202621 min

#174 The Anatomy of a Good Homepage

What actually belongs on a homepage?In this solo episode, I’m sharing some practical and thoughtful guidance on homepage design for creative, caring, and values-led businesses. I talk about the real purpose of a homepage, why clarity matters so much, and how to create a website experience that feels calm, welcoming, and easy to navigate rather than overwhelming.I also walk through the structure of my own homepages, share some simple UX and accessibility principles, and offer ideas for anyone creating their own website or preparing a brief for a web designer.You are welcome to join my newsletter to hear about upcoming courses, join my free monthly spark sessions and receive the business guidance workbook over here: ⁠⁠https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/⁠⁠and you can book a feeler call over here: https://yarrowmagdalena.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/xckkzgxdszxhcpbppxnfhczfdkghrwfbThanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

June 8, 202617 min

#173 Reducing Decision Fatigue as a Creative Business Owner

In this episode of the Kind Business Podcast, I talk about decision fatigue, simplifying everyday life, and creating more clarity and flow in business.From household systems and meal planning to business automations, boundaries, and offer design, this episode explores how reducing friction can free up energy for the decisions that truly matter.I also reflects on:listening to different “parts” of ourselves when making decisionscreating systems that support fluctuating capacitysimplifying business structures without losing creativityexperimenting with offerings versus building long-term stabilityhow clarity develops over timecreating businesses that are sustainable, embodied, and humanYou are welcome to join my newsletter to hear about upcoming courses, join my free monthly spark sessions and receive the business guidance workbook over here: ⁠https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/⁠and you can book a feeler call over here: https://yarrowmagdalena.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/xckkzgxdszxhcpbppxnfhczfdkghrwfbThanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

June 1, 202621 min

#172 How to leave harmful business advice behind

Business advice is often shaped by visibility culture, capitalism, performance, and unrealistic growth expectations. This episode explores the advice you chose to leave behind and how defining success for yourself can create a more sustainable and joyful business.You are welcome to join my newsletter to hear about upcoming courses, join my free monthly spark sessions and receive the business guidance workbook over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/and you can book a feeler call over here: https://yarrowmagdalena.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/xckkzgxdszxhcpbppxnfhczfdkghrwfbThanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

May 26, 202615 min

#171 Why procrastination is not a character flaw

In this episode, I’m exploring what might actually sit underneath procrastination in business. Rather than treating procrastination as laziness or lack of discipline, I want to look at the nervous system, overwhelm, visibility fears, exhaustion, and decision fatigue.I talk about:why visibility may not feel safeoverwhelm with money and systemsthe impact of chronic stress and low capacitysimplifying daily life to reduce decision fatiguebeing more intentional about business advicethe planning system I use to organize my business gently and sustainablycategorizing tasks by creative, admin, and social energyThis episode is an invitation to build systems that support your real life rather than pushing yourself beyond your limits.You are welcome to join my newsletter to hear about upcoming courses, join my free monthly spark sessions and receive the business guidance workbook over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/Thanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

May 18, 202619 min

#170 Why you need to be a marketer

Most people don’t start a business because they love marketing. And yet, learning how to share your work is one of the most essential parts of building something sustainable.In this episode, I talk about the mindset shift from doing the work to also inviting people into it. I share how marketing has looked in my own business over the years, why consistency matters more than chasing every platform, and how to think about conversion rates without taking them personally.We’ll also explore what a realistic marketing mix can look like, why many people give up too early, and how to approach marketing as a long-term relationship rather than a one-time effort.You can join my newsletter to get the workbook and join my monthly sessions over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/Thanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

May 11, 202618 min

#169 Is perfectionism costing you money?

Perfectionism can feel like care, integrity, and pride in our work. And in many ways, it is. But when you’re running a small, human business, the pressure to get everything “just right” can quietly hold you back from being visible, sharing your work, and earning a sustainable income.In this episode, I explore the tenderness behind perfectionism and the real costs it can have. I talk about how wearing many hats can blur our sense of balance, why people often crave connection over polish, and how to make grounded decisions about where your time and energy actually matter.I also share two simple questions I use to stay anchored in sustainability and value, plus real examples from my own podcasting practice where imperfection has been part of what made things work.If you’ve ever delayed sharing something because it didn’t feel ready, this one is for you.You are welcome to book a feeler call with me here: https://yarrowmagdalena.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/xckkzgxdszxhcpbppxnfhczfdkghrwfb and you are welcome to join my newsletter over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/Thanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

May 4, 202610 min

#168 How to prep your business for the summer

Summer can be a spacious, liminal season in many small businesses. For some, it’s quieter. For others, it’s full and abundant. Either way, it’s an invitation to think intentionally about how you want to move through the coming months.In this episode, I share how I’m preparing my own business for a slower, more spacious summer, including taking extended time off client work, setting boundaries, and working behind the scenes on creative projects.We’ll explore how to recognise your seasonal patterns, support your income if needed, and make room for rest, experimentation, and long-term thinking.If you are curious about working together, you can book a call here: https://yarrowmagdalena.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/xckkzgxdszxhcpbppxnfhczfdkghrwfbSign up for my newsletter over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/Thanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

April 27, 202622 min

#167 Set boundaries, take your business to the spa

In this episode, I’m exploring boundary-setting as an act of care not restriction. What if tending to your limits felt like taking your business to the spa?I want to invite you to move away from rigid, fear-based ideas of boundaries and instead approach them as something nourishing, supportive, and even pleasurable.I talk about:Why saying “no” can feel so hard, especially if you’re a kind, creative personThe deeper fears behind people-pleasing, including wanting to be liked and worries about moneyThe hidden costs of unclear boundaries (burnout, resentment, creative blocks, and client confusion)How setting boundaries supports not just me, but also my clients and my communityThe connection between resentment and feeling less creativeWhat self-abandonment can look like in business (and how I’ve noticed it in myself)You are welcome to join the waitlist for Kind Marketing here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/kindmarketingwaitlist/and you can get on my newsletter over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/free/Thanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

April 20, 202623 min

#166 Why so many creative entrepreneurs are leaving social media (and what they’re choosing instead)

In this episode, I explore a question I’m hearing more and more from creative entrepreneurs: is social media still working for us?I share a bit about my own evolving relationship with platforms like Instagram, and offer a simple framework to help you reflect on whether social media is supporting your work, both as a marketing tool and as a space for genuine connection and creativity.I also talk about the wider cultural shift away from constant visibility and toward slower, more intentional forms of sharing, as well as the impact of algorithm changes, increased advertising, and the growing pressure to produce content consistently.Finally, I share a new social reading platform that I am curious about and have started a tiny grief reading club on, which you can find over here: https://fable.co/club/soft-grief-club-with-yarrow-magdalena-988793425951?referralID=4Hs7QKGEDkThis episode isn’t about leaving social media altogether. It’s about reclaiming choice, attention, and creative energy.If you like, you can join the waitlist for Kind Marketing over here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/kindmarketingwaitlist/Thanks for listening!Love,Yarrow

April 13, 202616 min

#165 Findability and why SEO still matters in 2026

Search is changing rapidly in the age of AI, but that doesn’t mean SEO is disappearing. In many ways, it’s actually becoming more important.In this episode I explore how search behaviour is evolving as more people ask detailed questions through tools like ChatGPT and AI-enhanced search engines.We talk about why long-form content such as blog posts and podcast episodes continues to be one of the most powerful ways for people to discover your work, especially compared with short-lived social media posts. I also discuss accessibility, metadata, and how thoughtful website structure helps both humans and search engines understand your work.If you want your work to be discoverable for years rather than hours, investing in a good website and meaningful content is one of the most sustainable strategies available.You are welcome to get on the waitlist for Kind Marketing here: https://pinkwellstudio.com/kindmarketingwaitlist/And you can book a free feeler call with me here: https://yarrowmagdalena.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/xckkzgxdszxhcpbppxnfhczfdkghrwfbThanks for listening,Yarrow