Creative Made Podcast

10 Clarity, Data & Multilingual Growth

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:37:00 -0400

Fresh off Podcast Movement, I’m unpacking how stepping away from the grind helped me beat burnout, get perspective, and double-down on a strategy that actually moves the needle: serving multilingual audiences with intention. We’ll talk clarity over hustle, trends vs. staying the course, why your story is your strategy, and how to use real data (not vanity metrics) to find market gaps.Chapters00:00 Conference lessons: workflows, PSO, and building bridges with multilingual content05:58 Trends vs. staying the course (and the patience to do it)10:37 Story as strategy: using past experience as your edge12:20 Finding market gaps and reading the right data15:10 Season wrap + homework + how we can work togetherLet's work together: You can book a 1:1 session at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

9 Turning YouTube Views into Business Growth

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 18:27:29 -0400

Want to grow your podcast and business using YouTube?
In this episode, I break down how to use YouTube strategically,cnot just for views, but to build an intentional, aligned presence that drives real results.
Visibility is key, but it's more important to use YouTube with intention to grow your podcast audience and see business growth. Learn how to turn YouTube visibility into deeper engagement and ultimately, business success. With these video marketing tips, you can get more clients and leads!

Timestamps

00:00 Intentional Visibility for Your Podcast

02:49 YouTube as a Business Ecosystem

06:04 YouTube's Role in the Content Funnel

08:51 Minimal Viable Video Strategies

11:46 Optimizing Your YouTube Content

15:08 Measuring Success on YouTube

Resources

If you're ready to rethink your content strategy and build something that actually works for your business, let’s connect. You can book a 1:1 session at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...⁠⁠⁠

Hola, I’m Yesenia. I’m a photographer turned Video Podcast Strategist and coach. I help coaches, educators, and creative service-based business owners, how to create strategic content marketing that makes sense to you, so they can amplify their influence.

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...⁠⁠⁠

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

8 When Life Asks You to Slow Down

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:57:00 -0400

After the unexpected passing of my father, I share how a forced pause became an opportunity for clarity, self-inquiry, and creative redirection. I talk about the importance of honoring seasons of stillness, the parallels between endurance training and entrepreneurship, and how creators can learn to pause without guilt.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Defining the Creative Pause – why stepping back ≠ quitting

02:00 Grief, turning 40 & signing up for a marathon

05:00 Parallels between endurance sports & entrepreneurship (fuel, rest, analytics)

07:30Self-audit prompts to fight content-creator burnout

10:00How to pause without guilt & keep your podcast strategy on track

13:00Final reflections: protecting mental health while scaling your creative business

Resources

If you're ready to rethink your content strategy and build something that actually works for your business, let’s connect. You can book a 1:1 session at ⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...⁠⁠

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...⁠⁠

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

7 What Photography Taught Me About Podcasting (and Bidding Farewell to My 30s)

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0400

What if you’re not starting from scratch—just starting from experience?

As I say goodbye to my 30s, I’ve been thinking a lot about how photography shaped not only my career but my creative mindset. In this special episode, I reflect on what 20 years behind the camera taught me about podcasting—and why that foundation still supports everything I create today.

Whether you're pivoting creatively, embracing a new medium, or wondering if your past skills still matter… this episode is for you. Spoiler: They do.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Reflecting on a Creative Journey

03:05 Lessons from Photography to Podcasting

05:59 Embracing Imperfection in Creation

09:10 Understanding Your Audience

11:59 The Evolution of Creative Goals

15:08 Crafting Consistency Over Frequency

18:01 Building on Past Experiences

If you're ready to rethink your content strategy and build something that actually works for your business, let’s connect. You can book a 1:1 session at ⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...⁠

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...⁠

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

6 Your Voice is your Content Strategy

Wed, 28 May 2025 23:50:59 -0400

Your voice is more than sound—it's your creative strategy.In this episode of Creative Made, I’m sharing how to harness your voice as your most powerful content tool. Whether you’re podcasting, creating Reels, or building a YouTube presence, your voice shapes how you create, connect, and convert.

00:00 - Intro - Your Voice is More Than a Sound

00:19 - Create with Authenticity

03:19 - Define Your Voice Anchors

04:37 - Use Your Voice to Connect Across Platforms

09:30 - Create With Intention, Not Just Hustle

12:21 - Use Your Voice for Strategic Conversion

14:50 - Nurture Relationships After the Sale

15:07 - Your Voice is Your Strategy

If you're ready to rethink your content strategy and build something that actually works for your business, let’s connect. You can book a 1:1 session at https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/...

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

Living La Vida Más Chévere: Creativity, Culture and Choosing Your Own Path Paulette Erato

Wed, 14 May 2025 15:58:00 -0400

What if success didn’t mean checking off someone else’s boxes? In this episode, we explore what it means to design a life that’s joyful, intentional, and completely your own.In this episode of Creative Made, I sat down with Paulette Erato—podcaster, author, and founder of the Latinas in Podcasting Summit—while we were both in Chicago for Podcast Movement. Paulette shares her journey as a child-free Latina, the cultural expectations she’s unlearning, and how she’s building a community rooted in support instead of gatekeeping. We talked about redefining success, the beauty of being a creative problem-solver, and why sometimes, just showing up and pressing record is the biggest win of all.Connect with Paulette:https://pauletteerato.com/Learn more about Latinas in Podcasting:https://www.latinasinpodcasting.com/Time Stamps00:00 Celebrating Latina Voices in Podcasting02:59 Empowering Child-Free Perspectives06:02 Redefining Success and Happiness08:56 The Importance of Community11:57 Creating the Latinas in Podcasting Summit15:06 Building a Supportive Network18:00 The Future of Latinas in Podcasting20:48 Celebrating Heritage and Identity

4 When to Walk Away from Your Podcast Even If You Love It

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:17:57 -0400

If you’ve ever felt stuck, out of sync with your content, or unsure if it’s time to pivot, this episode is for you. I’m sharing the real reason I ended my first podcast, Focus & Bloom. It wasn’t an easy decision—I poured years into that show—but I realized it was no longer aligned with where I was heading. In this behind-the-scenes episode, I talk about what led to that decision, the biggest lessons I learned along the way, and why Creative Made is a completely new direction built with intention. If you're ready to rethink your content strategy and build something that actually works for your business, let’s connect. You can book a 1:1 session at focusandbloomstudios.comHola, I’m Yesenia. I’m a photographer turned Video Podcast Strategist and coach. I help coaches, educators, and creative service-based business owners, how to create strategic content marketing that makes sense to you, so they can amplify their influence.Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠⁠My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/toolsandresources⁠⁠⁠*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

3 What REALLY Defines a SUCCESSFUL Podcast in 2025 and Beyond?

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Are downloads the key to podcast success in 2025—or is it something deeper? In this episode of Creative Made, I break down what truly matters for podcasters today, including insights from Podcast Movement Evolutions and the latest on YouTube’s role in podcasting.After attending Podcast Movement Evolutions, I share two takeaways: podcast metrics are still messy, and YouTube is growing—but video isn’t a must for everyone. Whether you're audio-first or exploring video, the goal is the same: create mindfully, stay aligned, and build a show that works for you.

Hola, I’m Yesenia.

I’m a photographer turned Video Podcast Strategist and coach.

I help coaches, educators, and creative service-based business owners, how to create strategic content marketing that makes sense to you, so they can amplify their influence.

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*

⁠⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*

⁠⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/toolsandresources⁠⁠⁠

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

2 Balancing Analytics & Creativity

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Feeling stuck between your creative vision and the pressure of analytics? In this episode of Creative Made, I break down how to develop a mindful content strategy that honors both your creativity and the data. Discover practical tips to align your content with your goals, avoid burnout, and make analytics work for you—not against you. Whether you're a podcaster, YouTuber, or entrepreneur, this episode will help you create with purpose and confidence.

Hola, I’m Yesenia.

I’m a photographer turned Video Podcast Strategist and coach.

I help coaches, educators, and creative service-based business owners, how to create strategic content marketing that makes sense to you, so they can amplify their influence.

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:

⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*

⁠⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*

⁠⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/toolsandresources⁠⁠

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

1 Finding Your Creative Flow and Overcome Blocks

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Struggling with creative blocks or feeling like your creativity is at odds with your business goals? In this episode of Creative Made Podcast, Yesenia Bocanegra shares practical tips on how to tap into your creative flow, overcome perfectionism, and create with more ease. Discover how simple rituals, intentional environments, and mindset shifts can spark inspiration. Plus, learn how aligning creativity with your business can lead to more meaningful work. Tune in and start creating with intention!

Hola, i’m Yesenia.

I’m a photographer turned Video Podcast Strategist and coach.

I help coaches, educators, and creative service-based business owners, how to create strategic content marketing that makes sense to you, so they can amplify their influence.

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:

⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/⁠

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*

⁠https://kit.co/focusandbloom⁠

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*

⁠https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/toolsandresources⁠

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

Creative Made Podcast with Yesenia Bocanegra Trailer

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 01:52:00 -0400

Welcome to Creative Made Podcast! 🎙️

I'm Yesenia Bocanegra, a video podcast content creation coach, and your host. This is where creativity and entrepreneurship come together—mindfully and with purpose.

If you're a creator, entrepreneur, or someone building something meaningful without burning out, you're in the right place! We’ll explore:

✅ The creative process & mindset shifts that fuel success

✅ Storytelling strategies that keep your brand growing

✅ Practical ways to stay inspired while scaling your business

Ready to create with more ease, intention, and joy? Hit follow or subscribe and join me for Season 1 of Creative Made Podcast! I can’t wait to share this journey with you.

🎧 Listen now and start creating with purpose!

Hola, i’m Yesenia.

I’m a photographer turned Video Podcast Strategist and coach.

I help coaches, educators, and creative service-based business owners, how to create strategic content marketing that makes sense to you, so they can amplify their influence.

Learn more about Focus and Bloom Studios's Podcast Launch and Strategy Services:

https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/

My Favorite Podcast, Video, and Photo Gear for Content Creation*

https://kit.co/focusandbloom

My Favorite Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs*

https://www.focusandbloomstudios.com/toolsandresources

*Some of these are affiliate links in which I may receive a small commission from purchases made.

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