The Creative Juice Podcast
Hey there, I'm Meg!
I’ve built a thriving illustration business in small pockets of time, and now I help artists, makers and creatives grow their business with sustainable systems and intentional strategy.
33 \/\/ When Your Sales Drop, This is What's Actually Happening
First Published: December 2nd 2025
Whether you’re a product-based business owner, an illustrator with an online shop, or a creative entrepreneur navigating unpredictable income, this episode will help you stop spiralling and start planning.
What I Cover In This Episode:
What seasonal dips really mean for creative businesses
Why January and July often feel slow (and it’s not your fault)
The dangerous cycle of reactive marketing and burnout
How to shift from panic to strategy (and build a business that can hold steady)
Why understanding sales rhythms changes everything...from product launches to content creation
Mentioned in this Episode:
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Links & Resources:
My Creative Hub
(the all-in-one dashboard that helps you price for profit, stay organised, and run your creative business with confidence)
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(My favourite marketing platform: email provider, website builder, online course builder, automations, funnels & more.)
Community
(Subscribe to my Substack to read articles about growing your Creative Business and join the conversation)
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