We’ve chatted about sources of inspiration in the past, but never before have we got this specific about what really inspires (and doesn’t inspire) each of us. Tune in as we talk through how challenging it can be to stay in your lane and find s

Re-Learning and Holding Your Worth In Business

May 20th, 2019 49m 56s

We’ve covered worth in previous episodes but as freelance businesses owners it resurfaces again and again. You move through a slower time where you’re more likely to bend your pricing and worth and then things pick back up again and you have to

Our Experience with Running & Operating Female Run Businesses

Apr 15th, 2019 48m 26s

In this episode we dive into what it has been like to each start and run our businesses as women. We tackle the typical pitfalls we’ve fell into, what we’ve done to overcome those challenges and how we have found strength and confidence through

The Benefits and Downfalls of Workflow with Outsourced Help & Employees

Apr 1st, 2019 46m 2s

Whether you hire a manager, assistant or agent there are potential benefits and downfalls to outsourcing when it comes to workflow. On this episode we talk through each of our experiences when it comes to workflow when others are involved, our

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes, Turn and Face the Strange!

Mar 27th, 2019 41m 1s

Major changes are happening for both of us and it feels a little crazy! Get the scoop on what Amy learned from this year's Family Narrative conference, how she plans to apply it to her business and how she's moving through the transition. And,

When It's Important To Fake It Till You Make It

Mar 21st, 2019 43m 46s

We’ve all been in the uncomfortable position of having the opportunity to do something in our career that’s just outside our skillset or the comfort zone of our skillset. It can be overwhelming and exciting, but we’ve learned that despite your

30 Lessons We've Learned That Every Freelancer Should Know

Mar 11th, 2019 1h 11m

Today, on Building Household with Hailey & Amy, we’re celebrating our 30th episode by sharing the lessons we’ve learned since starting each of our businesses. These have helped shape how we run things, how we manage work-from-home life, how we

How We're Working Through Our Growing Pains

Mar 4th, 2019 58m 51s

On this episode we both get real real about the growing pains we’re each experiencing at the moment. Listen as we share how we’re working our way through them and seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Honestly, this conversation was therap

Mentorship, Differences in Markets and Reinvesting in Your Business

Feb 25th, 2019 52m 23s

On this episode we’re sitting down with Mariah, the founder and photographer, behind Mariah Cropley Photography. We chat about everything from how she started her businesses to how she first connected with Amy (her mentor) and everything in bet

A Ramble of New Year’s Resolutions

Jan 8th, 2019 43m 37s

Tune in as we ramble our way through each of our New Year’s resolutions and the ways we want to shape and change our businesses this year. Plus, catch our very special guest… Owen Drew! ;)

Getting Clear With Your Clients About The Way You Work

Nov 30th, 2018 52m 56s

We’ve all dealt with clients who just don’t “get it”. In the midst of the busiest time of the year, we are realizing now more than ever the importance of getting clear with our clients about the way we work. Discussing why we need to be proacti

Speaking Up About What Matters on Social Media

Oct 18th, 2018 43m 43s

Given the political climate it seems that now more than ever people are speaking up about what matters on social media. On this episode we chat through each of our stances on making things personal and political with our businesses online and i

Forget the Money & Reignite Your Creative Spark

Oct 11th, 2018 1h 11m

Forget the money, forget the numbers and think back to why you originally started your business. It’s so easy to misplace our passion when we are caught up in hustling but today we’re getting real honest about each of our creative realities and

Re-Prioritizing Your Life To Make Room For Intentional Creativity

Aug 28th, 2018 49m 33s

In a culture where more is more it can feel nearly impossible to pause, take stock of what’s important and take a slower route than you originally planned when it comes to your business. Today we are sitting down with Shannon Althin, the co-fou

What Do You Do When You Overcommit?

Aug 14th, 2018 47m 40s

On today's episode we're catching you guys up on life these last few weeks, how overwhelming our workloads and lives have been, and how we have learned to navigate the pitfalls of overcommitting as creatives. As much as there are benefits to be

The Photography Basics You Need to Know

Jul 20th, 2018 45m 8s

On this episode Amy is spilling all her photography basics for anyone who is interested in improving their photography either on their phone or camera. Listen in as we run through what you need to know about lighting, aperture, shutter-speed, c

The Perks of Identifying Your Dream Client

Jul 12th, 2018 51m 59s

Last week we sat down and answered a series of questions to help each of us identify our dream clients. It brought such clarity to us on the why behind our businesses and gave us a new perspective when it comes to putting content and services i

Quitting Your Day Job Isn’t Always the Answer

Jul 3rd, 2018 44m 5s

On this episode we share some of the realities of being a freelancer and how quitting your day job isn’t always the answer. We are both beyond grateful for our businesses, but working for yourself isn’t always as easy as it seems. We chat about

All About Our Working Relationship

Jun 28th, 2018 48m 32s

After a necessary week off to nurture our friendship we are back at it and we’re talking all about our working relationship. We get questions from you guys all the time about how our dynamic works and today we’re breaking down everything from p

Social Media & Mental Health

Jun 13th, 2018 58m 49s

After last week’s devastating news about Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade each taking their lives, we felt like it was really important to take the time to sit down and discuss social media, mental health and how we can all attempt to keep thing

Getting Real About Being Broke

Jun 7th, 2018 1h 1m

So happy we had the chance to sit down with Sam Thompson, the owner of Standard Wax, a wonderful Phoenix based candle company, about what it’s really like to be an independent business owner in the midst of a slow summer (AKA we’re all broke, p

Failure, Fear & Vulnerability are Part of the Creative Process

May 28th, 2018 1h 7m

Each of our career paths include a whole lot of failure, fear and vulnerability. Hate to break the news, but we’ve learned that it’s just part of the creative process whether you like it or not and that it never, ever goes away! Tune in as we d

Best Practices from the Pinterest Team

May 14th, 2018 57m 42s

Sharing insights directly from the Pinterest team on how to best use the platform for your business! Learn about the benefits of their new and improved business profile, how to convert pinners into customers and how to maximize your engagement

Everything You Need to Know About Your Finances as a Freelancer

May 7th, 2018 1h 4m

Today we’re sharing everything you need to know about your finances as a freelancer with Krystin Boylan. Krystin is a financial advisor based in New York City offering services throughout the United States. Hailey and her family have worked dir

Goal Setting At Any Phase of Business

May 1st, 2018 1h

This morning we're chatting about goal setting despite the phase you're at in your business. Tune in as we explain how goal setting at a smaller level helps us set longer term goals, stay sane and keeps each of our businesses moving forward!