Episode 15

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16th Oct 2024

AI for Creatives: Your New Digital Assistant with Niki Dunagin

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On today's episode of Creative Minds Smart Money, we’re diving into the world of AI for creative entrepreneurs! Whether you're a solopreneur, freelancer, or small business owner, AI can help you level up your business without the overwhelm. Our guest today, Nikki, founder of The Creative Copilot, breaks down how to integrate AI into your workflow and use it as your personal assistant (not a replacement) to save time and boost productivity.

Here’s what we’re covering today: 

  • Getting started with AI—how to use tools like ChatGPT or Claude to eliminate the annoying little tasks that drain your time and energy. 
  • Delegating with AI—how to train AI tools to understand your business, voice, and unique needs. 
  •  The assistant mindset—how viewing AI as an assistant (instead of a robot takeover) can make a world of difference in reducing your workload. 
  •  Busting AI myths—is AI going to take over the world, or just help with your to-do list? Spoiler: It’s the latter. 
  • The future of AI for creatives—why getting started now can give you a competitive edge and free up time for the things you actually enjoy.


If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the AI talk or just weren’t sure where to start, this episode is for you. Get ready to embrace AI without feeling like you need a tech degree.


Connect with Samantha:

Website: https://www.firestormfinance.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firestormfinance/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@firestormfinance?hl=en

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/firestormfinance/

Newsletter: https://firestormfinance.myflodesk.com/ajmiv1kyt1


Connect with Niki:

Website: https://thecreativecopilot.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativecopilot/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thecreativecopilot

The Creative Brief: https://creativecopilot.samcart.com/products/thecreativebrief/

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About the Podcast

Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives

Welcome to Creative Minds, Smart Money – the go-to podcast for creative entrepreneurs who want to master their money without losing their artistic spark. Hosted by Samantha Eck, a creative business bookkeeper on a mission to help you thrive, we’re here to tackle the financial side of your business in a way that makes sense for your creative brain.

We’ll break down bookkeeping basics and money strategies designed specifically for creatives – from pricing your services with confidence, to mastering cash flow so you can keep your business running smoothly (even in the slow months). You’ll get actionable tips on how to manage your money, grow your creative business, and still have time (and funds!) left for what you love.

Along the way, we’ll dive into marketing tips, business systems, and the mindset shifts that’ll help you build a sustainable creative business without sacrificing your passion or paycheck. And every now and then, I’ll bring in industry experts to share their insights on key areas like business growth and operational efficiency.

So, if you're ready to blend creativity with financial success, hit subscribe, and let’s turn your creative talents into a thriving business that fuels your dreams!

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Samantha Eck

Samantha Eck is the powerhouse behind Firestorm Finance, where she transforms messy financials into crystal-clear roadmaps for success. With six years of corporate accounting under her belt, a formal education in numbers, and the street cred of running two creative businesses, she’s uniquely equipped to help fellow creatives decode the story their numbers are trying to tell. When Samantha’s not wrangling QuickBooks, you’ll find her dominating on Xbox or curled up with a page-turner, her husband by her side and her pup Vivi keeping watch. She knows that clarity in the books leads to big, dreamy business moves. Ready to see for yourself? Tune into her podcast, Creative Minds, Smart Money, where she makes money talk feel like catching up with a friend.